Once Upon a Time Cockers
- Laredo, TX
Meet the breeder
I'm Maria G., the breeder behind Once Upon a Time Cockers located in Laredo, TX. We’re proud of the healthy, affectionate, and behaviorally well-rounded puppies we raise for other families to love! We raise our litters in our home to help set the foundation for happy and confident puppies to transition well into their forever homes. It’s a privilege to have the opportunity to make an impact on each individual puppy!
Q. & A. with Maria
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include brown and buff. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Red “Jock”
Went homeMale
Light Blue “Tramp”
Went homeMale
Pink “Lady”
Went homeFemale
Green “Scamp”
Went homeMale
Brown “Trusty”
Went homeMale
Purple “Darling”
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Maria
Maria has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
“The price includes first round of vaccinations, tail docked and dew claw removal, started on potty training and socialization. All the puppies are the same price regardless of color or sex.”
Contract & health guarantee
Maria may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Maria offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Maria directly.
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What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Socialized with children
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Food & treats
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Maria.
Breeder's location
Meet in Laredo, TX
5514 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Laredo Airport
5510 miles away
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More about Maria
Maria has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Maria was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Maria is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Once Upon a Time Cockers meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Millie, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Millie
Millie is a female Cocker Spaniel over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Maria decided to make her part of their program. Maria has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Lucky, dad
Cocker Spaniel
About Lucky
Lucky is a male Cocker Spaniel over 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Maria decided to make him part of their program. Maria has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Once Upon a Time Cockers reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Cocker Spaniels.
Full Embark Panel, DNA Disease Panel
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
