Happy Feet Cocker Spaniels
Mackay, QLD
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Hi, I'm Cara M.
Welcome to Happy Feet Cocker Spaniels, based in the Mackay region of QLD - we are a family boutique breeder of six (parents plus four kids) - all involved in the raising of our beautiful Cocker Spaniels. Our breeding dogs Rocky and Skye are such wonderful parents, and well-natured dogs with excellent temperaments.…
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Member since Apr 2023
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- Breeding & Welfare
- Health Practices
- Home Environment
- Documentation
- Feeding
- Physical Condition
Our Breeding Practices
Behaviour and socialisation
Our puppies are handled from birth and are stimulated through a variety of rubs, pats, cuddling, picking them up and touching their paws, legs, ears, etc. They are exposed to a variety of different noises and motions. For example they are exposed to TV, music, vacuum cleaner, hairdryer, kitchen appliances and garden…
Health
Our breeding dogs Rocky and Skye are DNA tested for any genetic conditions (with Orivet), and are also vet checked to ensure they are suitable to breed (in particular Skye - our dam). Once our puppies are born, they are checked over, weighed daily and weekly from two weeks onwards - they are cared for in a special…
Home environment
Our property is in Mackay, QLD on a lovely 900 square metre block, with a fully fenced yard and puppy proofed area inside and outside in the home. We've added meshing to fenced areas/gaps in our property to ensure our pups remain where they should. We have cameras set up throughout the entire property and puppies…
Included with our puppies
As part of a puppy pack we provide: ➡ Health check/guarantee (buyers are welcome to do a vet check in the first 14 days) ➡ Vet records (daily and weekly weight records) ➡ Microchipping records and transfer paperwork ➡ Vaccination passport ➡ Professional framed photo ➡ Bowl ➡ Blanket ➡ Few toys ➡ Collar and lead ➡…
Health Tests
Core Tests(2/3)
Happy Feet Cocker Spaniels conducts 2 out of 3 core health tests which RightPaw believe are most important to conduct for the Cocker Spaniel.
Familial Nephropathy
Genetic Test
Familial Nephropathy (FN) is a genetic kidney disorder that can cause kidney failure and death in…
PRA
Genetic Test
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) in dogs is a type of genetic eye disease causing deterioration…
Additional Tests
Happy Feet Cocker Spaniels conducts 4 additional tests available for the Cocker Spaniel.
Genetic Test
Acral Mutilation Syndrome (AMS) is a genetic disease that causes affected dogs to compulsively lick, overgroom and bite their paws. This can cause recurrent injuries and infections. The condition can be extreme and even result in the dog being euthanised if the signs cannot be controlled.
Genetic Test
Bernard-Soulier Syndrome (BSS) is a genetic bleeding disorder caused by abnormally large platelets in low numbers, meaning an affected animal cannot form clots properly after tissue damage. It can lead to life-threatening bleeding issues following surgery or injury. There is a DNA test available to identify whether a breeding dog is carrying this condition.
Genetic Test
Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC) is a genetic condition mainly affecting Retrievers and Spaniels. It results in the dog collapsing after periods of intense exercise, even if they are normally able to cope with lower levels of exercise. There is a DNA test available which can indicate if a breeding dog is carrying this disease.
Genetic Test
Canine Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency is a genetic disease resulting in low levels of the PFK enzyme. It can result in extreme muscle fatigue, muscle cramping and severe anaemia. There is a DNA test available to identify if a breeding dog is carrying this condition.
Transportation options
Happy Feet Cocker Spaniels will send their puppies to the following states for their new families:
Getting your puppy home
Happy Feet Cocker Spaniels supports the following options for getting your new puppy home safely.
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About the Breeder
A little about us
Hi there, my name is Cara and with my partner Rhys and our beautiful 4 kids - we run Happy Feet Cocker Spaniels. The whole family is very much involved in our breeding program. We started off with our two breeding dogs - Rocky and Skye. Fell in love instantly with the breed and how smart and well-natured they were.
Why we got involved in breeding
They have brought so much joy to our family and we wanted to provide that same opportunity to other puppy buyers looking for a very affectionate, smart and calm breed of dog.
Our special touch
We've done DNA testing on our breeding dogs and ensure that between litters - Skye has enough time to rest, recuperate; and once she is ready - we look at planning to have another litter. We want ensure that our puppies to go loving forever homes, so apologies in advance if we ask a load of questions - our goal is…
Credentials
State registration
BIN0010575378519
Breeding since
2019
- Responsible Pet Breeders Australia (RPBA)
A$2,000 - A$3,500