Polesitter English Springer Spaniels
- Collinsville, IL
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Michael B., the breeder behind Polesitter English Springer Spaniels located in Collinsville, IL. My dogs come from generations of Champion bloodlines that excel in Confomation, agility & obedience. There are 5 Triple Champion Springers and 4 are Polesitter dogs bred by me. They make great family pets and love to be wherever their human is!
Q. & A. with Michael
Why did you start breeding?
I have always loved dogs and we always had a "farm dog" growing up. I wanted to show dogs for as long as I can remember. When I graduated college I went to a dog show and fell in love with the Springer Spaniel breed. After I got my first show dog, I was hooked and have earned championships in conformation, agility and obedience.What makes your program special?
My breeding program is special to me because I only breed a litter when I am wanting another dog to show. I research the pedigrees of many dogs before I decide on a breeding. I am looking what will give me the attributes that I want, along with a great temperament. All of my dogs have to be great family companions as well as live in society.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include liver and white and black and white. 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.
Linen
Went homeMale
Cotton
Went homeMale
Lace
Went homeFemale
Leather
Went homeMale
Polyester
Went homeMale
Corduroy
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Michael
Michael 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
“All puppies are guaranteed to be healthy at time of transfer. All have been vaccinated, wormed, eyes checked by ophthalmologist and veterinarian health checked.”
Contract & health guarantee
Michael 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 Michael 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 Michael directly.
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What's included
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- 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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
- AKC registration
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Michael.
Breeder's location
Meet in Collinsville, IL
672 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport / Scott Air Force Base
665 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Michael can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Michael
Club memberships
Michael is a member of English Springer Spaniel Field Trial Association.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Michael has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Michael was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Michael’s links
Michael is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Polesitter English Springer Spaniels 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
Audrey, mom
English Springer Spaniel
About Audrey
Audrey is a sweet dog and loves everyone. He is very gentle and beautiful. She has also done very well in the show ring and finished her championship by winning Reserve Winners at the Springer National.
Willie, dad
English Springer Spaniel
About Willie
Willie is a very sweet dog that has done well in the show ring. He has already won many top honors and finished his championship at American Spaniel Club. He has won Best In Sweeps and Award of Merit at the English Springer National.
Willow, mom
English Springer Spaniel
About Willow
Willow is a sweet heart and loves her puppies more than herself. She currently lives in a guardian home and loves being with her people whatever they are doing and sleeping on the bed with them. She is OFA hips EXCELLENT and Normal Elbows.
Parent health testing
Great level
Polesitter English Springer Spaniels 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 English Springer 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.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
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.
PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 4 (PRA-crd4), DNA Repository
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).
