I'm the breeder behind Be Merry Kennel located in Blue Bell, PA. We are strong advocates of proper breeding practices and run our program accordingly.
Q. & A. with Stephanie
Why did you start breeding?
As I got into showing and competing with my cocker spaniels I started to see a problem in how we were raising our dogs. I knew it could be done better and unlock an amazing companion.
What makes your program special?
We take the knowledge accumulated over a decade working in the pet industry, advances in science, nutrition, and early socialization. We combine our training program with a focus calm behavior to bring to you an easy, happy go lucky companion. Merry above all else. But more importantly stable, and easy to train companion.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Stephanie
Stephanie 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 range from $3,000 - $6,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $1,500.
“Price includes vaccine records, microchip,. A deposit is the only way to ensure the puppy of your choosing.”
Contract & health guarantee
Stephanie 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 Stephanie 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 Stephanie directly.
Be Merry Kennel 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
Solar, dad
Cocker Spaniel
About Solar
Solar is a male Cocker Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Stephanie decided to make him part of their program. Stephanie 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.
Excellent health testing
Full Embark Panel, Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +1 more.
Parent health testing
Cockapoo
Cocker Spaniel
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Be Merry Kennel 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 Cockapoos.
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.
Animal Genetics 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).
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.