Torco Play Acres
Meet the breeder
I'm Pete S., the breeder behind Torco Play Acres located in Cincinnati, OH. Our dogs are purpose-bred hunting companions, known for their natural independence in the field and their steady obedience at home and on the hunt. They work with confidence and focus, capable of making smart decisions when ranging out, yet remain highly responsive to their handler’s direction.
Q. & A. with Pete
Why did you start breeding?
Calm, loyal, and respectful off the field, they transition easily into family life, forming strong bonds with their owners. This balance of drive, intelligence, and obedience makes them a trusted partner for serious hunters and an exceptional companion year-round. Each pup comes dewormed, up to date on shots, tails docked to field length, and AKC registration papers.What makes your program special?
We ethically bred pure breed English Springer Spaniels in Cincinnati, Ohio. Perfect hunting companions and the perfect home companions. Each pup comes dewormed, up to date on shots, tails docked to field length, and AKC registration papers.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black and white and liver and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Pete
Pete 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
Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Each pup comes dewormed, up to date on shots, tails docked to field length, and AKC registration papers.”
Contract & health guarantee
Pete 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 Pete 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 Pete 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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Daily handling
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Pete.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Cincinnati, OH
4347 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
4351 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Pete can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Pete
Club memberships
Pete is a member of AKC.
Pete has been a member of Good Dog for less than a month
Pete was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Pete’s links
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Pete is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Torco Play Acres 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
Tilley, mom
English Springer Spaniel
About Tilley
Tilley is a female English Springer Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Pete decided to make her part of their program. Pete 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.
Chaucer, dad
English Springer Spaniel
About Chaucer
Chaucer is a male English Springer Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Pete decided to make him part of their program. Pete 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
Torco Play Acres 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.
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.
