Retrograde Kennels
- Yuma, AZ
- Responds within a day
Upcoming litters
Expected Cocker Spaniel litter
Due Mar. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Megan S., the breeder behind Retrograde Kennels located in Yuma, AZ. Our Cocker Spaniels are bred for temperament, from health tested proven parents. Our dogs are never bred until they are “proven,” which means they have achieved their AKC championship, and we have Grand Champions in the regular class, Bronze class and Silver class. All of our puppies are raised with our young children (all boys). We do Early Neurological Stimulation on our puppies starting at about 1 week of age and continuously expose them to new situations to encourage adaptability in any situation. Puppy socialization with other unrelated dogs begins around 6 weeks of age where they are exposed to dogs in a variety of sizes and ages. We are not a large commercial breeding facility. We choose to breed ONLY high quality dogs who have both proven their value to the breed and passed their health tests. Every breeding decision has been made carefully and thoughtfully to make sure the cocker spaniels we love stay as loving, sweet, active and joyful as our breed standard demands, and as each generation passes. We trust our dogs in our home and with our children, and we sincerely look forward to working with those who value these things as much as we do.
Q. & A. with Megan
Why did you start breeding?
My grandfather was a field trial judge who bred English pointers and German shorthair pointers. My dogs compete in AKC conformation only. My very first pet growing up was a cocker spaniel and I loved her with my whole heart, so when I began to compete in AKC the breed was my natural first choice.What makes your program special?
My breeding program offers puppies from champion and grand champion parents that grow up in a child socialized environment. This makes my dogs a first choice for families with young children or with frequent child visitors as puppies are worked with by my children and I starting just days after they are born (under supervision of course) and then provided with early neurological stimulation starting at 1 week old to encourage healthy adaptability as they continue to grow. Potty training is started with artificial turf over puppy pads and puppies go home already consistently using the method. Our puppies are NEVER raised or kept on wire flooring and always have their feet on solid ground. Although this is a lot more work, we feel it is worth it to have puppies raised like the family member they are and will be once they go to their new homes. It encourages them to learn how to go potty on the grass so they don’t just go “wherever.” As potty training is the single largest hurdle for new puppy owners, we feel we owe it to them to have a solid foundation for them to be able to transfer quickly into whichever situation they will have in their new homes. We begin grooming our puppies weekly at about 2-3 weeks old. This helps start the desensitization to grooming equipment early and encourages them to not be afraid of the sounds and feelings. The grooming, while minimal at the beginning, later on includes the use of clippers, a nail dremel, brushes, baths, and the use of a velocity force drier. These are common sounds in the grooming salon that your puppy will have to be ok with to have a safe grooming experience In the future, so we take it very seriously from the get-go. We specialize in breeding Parti-Colored Cocker Spaniels. We do not breed solid colors. We never have nor will breed with or for the Merle gene as per the American Spaniel Club’s guidelines.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include brown white and tan, brown and white, black white and tan, red 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.
Gully
Went homeMale
Gustav
Went homeMale
Bubba
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Red and White Male
Went homeMale
Black and White Male 2
Went homeMale
Black and White Female 2
Went homeFemale
Black and White Female 1
Went homeFemale
Black and White Male 1
Went homeMale
Red and white female 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Megan
Megan has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
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
“Our prices reflect the amount of Good Dog placement fees, pre-qualification health testing costs before breeding our females, stud fees, veterinary costs, and the costs to prove our parent dogs as champions and grand champions by being judged against their peers by AKC judges. Deposit will reserve the agreed upon puppy. It is non refundable. The full price will be required to be paid by the day Before pickup to ensure no problems at pickup. If buyer changes their mind on purchasing the agreed upon dog no refund will be issued. In the event of the puppy no longer being available due to death or serious illness or injury while in the care of the breeder, while not expected, the deposit will be refunded.”
Contract & health guarantee
Megan 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 Megan 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 Megan directly.
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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- 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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Megan.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Yuma, AZ
5750 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
5623 miles away
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Meet in Winslow, AZ
5491 miles away
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More about Megan
Club memberships
Megan is a member of AZ Cocker Spaniel Club.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.
Megan has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years
Megan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Megan’s links
Megan is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Retrograde Kennels 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
Litter and program updates
Megan S.
Litter update on 26 Nov. 2025 •…Mom got a haircut, and her baby girl figured out how to be a kid 😂 You can see the deep red coloration coming in and the black pigment filling in babies nose 🥰 our little girl also got some new chompers!
Creed and Jackie's litter
Megan S.
Litter update on 05 Sept. 2025 •We have 5 healthy babies 😁 Mama Gemini did amazing 🥰
Creed and Gemini's litter
Megan S.
Litter update on 02 Sept. 2025 •Gemini’s X-Ray shows 5 babies! Due anytime now! 😍
Creed and Gemini's litter
Parent dogs
Jackie, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Jackie
Red and White Silver Grand Champion- Won 2024 Parti Variety at American Spaniel Club Regionals- Jackie is an incredibly loving girl. She has exactly two modes: Chasing Birds Mode and Snuggle Mode. She’s got a personality that is as beautiful as she is, and presents with an air of elegance… right up until she’s in your lap giving you kisses 🥰 She’s an all around wonderful gal. Incredibly accomplished and well pedigreed, her puppies will be fantastic in any home they land in.
Excellent health testing
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), +1 more.Creed, dad
Cocker Spaniel
About Creed
Brown and White Champion Sire- Did someone say FETCH?? This sweet boy could go ALL day! If there’s a toy you can bet he’s gunna bring it to you for playtime. His favorite toys are medium tennis balls and anything with a squeaker, but don’t worry- he’s not gunna shred them. He’s going to tote them around all day waiting for the game to begin again! He’s usually really quiet, with the sole exception of when I call for my kids’ bath time. He woofs and woofs until all three are lined up for their evening showers, then it’s back to quietly waiting for the next game of fetch before snuggling in with the kids for the night 🥰
Excellent health testing
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Gemini, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Gemini
Red and White Champion Dam- Gemini is goofy and incredibly playful. She’s got a knack for entertaining small children and happily chasing birds around the yard. She is very gentle and loves to have young kids for company, but is also perfectly content to curl up on a sofa with a grown up during a rainy day. She’s less about the toys and more about the quality time. She’s not a very vocal girl, but she will nudge your hand with her nose for a quick ear scratch from time to time. She’s a well rounded, perfect dog, with a stellar pedigree to match.
Excellent health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +1 more.Chloe, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Chloe
Black and White Silver Grand Champion- Won Best Opposite Sex at Westminster 2023- Won Best Parti Variety at American Spaniel Club Nationals 2024 in the Cut Down Class- Chloe is a happy ball of energy! She is incredibly bonded to her human dad, and they do lots of stuff together! She’s very sure of herself and knows exactly what she wants and when she wants it. She’s amazing at “communicating” those things in her own way, without being pushy or rude. She’s incredibly well-mannered and knows the proper time and place to both play and to work. Her favorite thing is to snuggle on the couch with her dad, but if there’s a bird in the yard it’s All Business for the hunt 😁
Excellent health testing
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Retrograde Kennels 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.
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).
