



I'm Cathy P., the breeder behind Rustic Sporting Dogs located in Tebbetts, MO. Our dogs excel both in and out of the show ring. They are excellent representations of the breed and have wonderful temperaments. We only breed dogs that are healthy, have wonderful temperaments, and are outstanding examples of their breed. Holding ourselves to high standards is paramount to the well-being of our dogs and to the integrity of our program.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Male
Girl 1
Female
Boy 4
Male
Boy 3
Male
Boy 2
Male
Boy 1
Male
Girl
Female
Boy 1
Male
Boy 2
Male
Cathy 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.

Cathy 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 Cathy 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 Cathy directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Cathy.
Meet in Tebbetts, MO
4646 miles away
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Meet in St. Louis, MO
4582 miles away
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Club memberships
Cathy is a member of Flat Coated Retriever Society of America and English Springer Spaniel Field Trial Association.
Cathy has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Cathy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Cathy’s links
Rustic Sporting Dogs meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
English Springer Spaniel
About Lainey
Lainey is very sweet likes to retrieve and loves everyone.
English Springer Spaniel
About Dot
Dot is a female English Springer Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cathy decided to make her part of their program. Cathy 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.
Good health testing
English Springer Spaniel
About Rip
Rip is a male English Springer Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Cathy decided to make him part of their program. Cathy 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.
Good health testing
English Springer Spaniel
About Cuda
Cuda is a female English Springer Spaniel over 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cathy decided to make her part of their program. Cathy 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.
Good health testing
English Springer Spaniel
About Mo
Mo is a male English Springer Spaniel almost 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Cathy decided to make him part of their program. Cathy 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.
Good health testing

English Springer Spaniel

Flat-Coated Retriever
Great level
Rustic Sporting Dogs 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).
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.