Crabapple Kennels - Cocker Spaniels

LocationMitcham, SA

Newborn litter

Pups ready to go home in 4 weeks
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At Crabapple Kennels, we are dedicated to breeding happy, healthy, and well-socialised spoodles and spaniels with exceptional temperaments. Our dogs are raised in a loving, family environment, ensuring they are confident, well-adjusted, and ready to become cherished companions. We take great pride in ethical…

Newborn & Planned Litters

Vet Approved Criteria

Member since Apr 2025

RightPaw Responsible Breeder Badge

Every breeder on RightPaw has agreed to our vet-approved RightPaw Code of Ethics, and passed an interview from one of our team.

  • Breeding & Welfare
  • Health Practices
  • Home Environment
  • Documentation
  • Feeding
  • Physical Condition

Our Breeding Practices

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Behaviour and socialisation

At Crabapple Kennels, we believe that early socialisation is key to raising confident, well-adjusted puppies who will thrive in their new homes. From birth, our puppies are carefully introduced to a variety of experiences to help them develop into happy, resilient companions. Who Our Puppies Are Socialised With 🐾…

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Health

Our Commitment to Health & Ethical Breeding At Crabapple Kennels, the health and well-being of our dogs and puppies are our top priority. We are committed to ethical breeding practices, comprehensive health testing, and rigorous care standards to ensure our puppies are set up for a long, happy, and healthy life. …

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Home environment

Our Home Environment 🏡 Family-Centred Raising – Our puppies grow up in the heart of our home, surrounded by everyday family life. This ensures they are comfortable with household sights, sounds, and routines, making their transition to new homes much smoother. 🌡️ Temperature-Controlled Comfort – We use air…

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Included with our puppies

At Crabapple Kennels, we want to ensure that your new puppy has the best possible start in their new home. That’s why each of our puppies comes with a comprehensive take-home package filled with essentials, resources, and ongoing support. 🐾 Your Puppy Comes With: ✔️ Quality Collar – A comfortable, well-fitted collar…

Health Tests

Core Tests(2/3)

Crabapple Kennels - Cocker Spaniels conducts 2 out of 3 core health tests which RightPaw believe are most important to conduct for the Cocker Spaniel.

Familial Nephropathy

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Familial Nephropathy (FN) is a genetic kidney disorder that can cause kidney failure and death in…

Familial Nephropathy

PRA

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Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) in dogs is a type of genetic eye disease causing deterioration…

PRA

Additional Tests

Crabapple Kennels - Cocker Spaniels conducts 4 additional tests available for the Cocker Spaniel.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Australia States

Transportation options

Australia States

Crabapple Kennels - Cocker Spaniels will send their puppies to the following states for their new families:

All states (QLD, NSW, VIC, SA, WA, NT, ACT & TAS)

Getting your puppy home

Crabapple Kennels - Cocker Spaniels supports the following options for getting your new puppy home safely.

In person puppy pick up
Meet the breeder in person for puppy pick ups
Ground transport service
Supportive of on-the-road pet transport by car or van
Domestic air travel by plane
Supportive of domestic air transport by plane

Badges of Recognition

RightPaw Verified Badge

About the Breeder

Credentials

State registration

DACO246256

Breeding since

2021

  • Responsible Pet Breeders Australia (RPBA)

Applying for a puppy

Apply for a puppy by answering a few questions so Katherine can get to know you.
A$3,500 - A$5,000

1. Complete RightPaw application 2. Quick call on the phone 3. Visit puppies or arrange a Facetime for Interstate 4. Pay $500 refundable* deposit 5. Pay balance of puppy 10 days before puppy home date

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Crabapple Kennels - Cocker Spaniels accepts payments on RightPaw. What's this?

A$3,500 - A$5,000