Palmtree Cockers
- Rising Sun, MD
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Expected Cocker Spaniel litter
Due Aug. 2026
Expected Cocker Spaniel litter
Due Aug. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Donald D., the breeder behind Palmtree Cockers located in Rising Sun, MD. I have been raising Cocker Spaniels for over 25 years. My main goal is to improve the breed and raise family loving puppies. All puppies are vet checked and a certificate of good health is provided along with AKC reg. All of our puppies are from Champion lines with health certificate parents.
Q. & A. with Donald
Why did you start breeding?
Loved the bred and wanted to get into showing and improving the bred.What makes your program special?
Raising puppies from two distinct lines for over twenty-five years. I will require a phone number from all potential clients, as I only sell puppies to those I can communicate with.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include red and white, buff, black white and tan, black and white, black and tan, and black. 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.
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Donald
Donald 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.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Donald partners with them to find the best puppy match.
Price
“Price includes AKC registration, first set of shots, deworming, vet certificate, puppy food, toy, water, and socialization with other dogs and our grandchildren. All puppies raised in our home. All deposits are non-refundable but can be used for a different puppy or future litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Donald 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 Donald 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 Donald 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
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Socialized in new places
- Daily handling
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Donald.
Breeder's location
Meet in Rising Sun, MD
More about Donald
Club memberships
Donald is a member of Maryland Cocker Spaniel Club and The American Spaniel Club.
Donald has been a member of Good Dog for 5 months
Donald was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Donald is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Palmtree 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
Cosmo, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Cosmo
Cosmo is a female Cocker Spaniel over 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donald decided to make her part of their program. Donald 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.
Layla, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Layla
Layla is a very sweet girl with tons of attitude. This is her first litter.
Excellent health testing
DNA Profile, Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +1 more.BELLA, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About BELLA
Bella is the most loyal and sweet girl I have ever had. She is the best mother who just adores her puppies and all of the other girls' puppies as well.
Excellent health testing
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +1 more.Sophie, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Sophie
Sophie is a female Cocker Spaniel almost 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donald decided to make her part of their program. Donald 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.
Excellent health testing
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Dahlia, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Dahlia
Dahlia is a female Cocker Spaniel about 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donald decided to make her part of their program. Donald 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.
Excellent health testing
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Violet, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Violet
Violet is a female Cocker Spaniel over 1 year old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donald decided to make her part of their program. Donald 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
Excellent level
Palmtree 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.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Vet Wellness Exam
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Donald to bring home their puppies.
Beth W.
Verified owner · May 2026
Donald was very easy to work with and very knowledgeable about cocker spaniels! Our puppy has such a lovely, social disposition and has been excellent thus far with our three children and all their admiring friends! We rate Donald very highly!!
RiRONALD i.
Verified owner · Apr. 2026
I cannot say enough good things about this man. This was my 7th cocker spaniel in 50 years and without a doubt the best experience I have ever had buying a dog. Don went out of his way to keep me posted on everything even helping with getting the dog to me. The quality of the dog is an amazing representation of the cocker spaniel. This was my only puppy I bought from internet and don took the fear out of doing it and i would pay much more to buy from him in the future over any other breeder. Thank you Donald for making this an unforgettable experience.
Amy F.
Verified owner · Apr. 2026
Choosing one of Donald’s puppies was the BEST decision that we made. Donald answered any questions that I had and sent me updates with photos anytime that I had requested. The morning that I picked up Daisy, Don greeted me at the door with Daisy in his arms. We would not hesitate to recommend Donald.
Rob S.
Verified owner · Apr. 2026
Donald was very responsive to my questions and concerns and he is very knowledgeable about Cocker spaniels. The entire process was quite easy and we are very happy with the entire process. We are very happy with our new puppy!
