I'm the breeder behind Bear Creek Boykin Spaniels located in Blythewood , SC. I am passionate about Boykin Spaniels. Because of this, I want to ensure that I am doing everything possible for the betterment of the breed. I am constantly learning and doing everything I can to better my program and breeding practices. I want to ensure all of my dogs are able to get the very most out of life.
About John
I have had Boykin Spaniels for over 30 years. I enjoy seeing dogs do what they are meant to do. I try to do the best that I can to improve the breed.
What makes John’s program special
I am very selective in my breeding program as to what stud or dame I use to breed. I do all of the recommended DNA testing that is suggested by the Boykin Spaniel Society. I am selective in placing all puppies in a home that is best for the puppy.
John is a member of 4 clubs
Carolina Boykin Spaniel Retriever Club , Boykin Spaniel Society, American Kennel Club, Hunting Retriever Club
Boy 3
Male • Went Home Oct. 30, 2021
Boykin Spaniel
Boy 2
Male • Went Home Oct. 30, 2021
Boykin Spaniel
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Oct. 30, 2021
Boykin Spaniel
John 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. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. 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.
Puppy prices range from $1,500 - $2,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500.
“The price of a puppy includes a triple registry. Boykin Spaniel Society, United Kennel Club, American Kennel Club. Tails docked and dew claws removed. Veterinarian health check up and first round of shots and dewormer. A deposit of $500 will gaurantee a puppy of your choice in order of deposit received provided there are enough puppies payable by check to John Beckworth. Deposit is non refundable at my discretion. Remainder of price of puppy will be paid in cash at time of pickup of puppy. Puppies will be ready for pickup at 8 weeks of age.”
John 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 John 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 John directly.
I socialize all puppies by having them experience all sights and sounds of our home. I have all puppies experience birds before they go to their new homes. Since they are retrievers, this helps me place the correct puppy to the best home available. Preferred homes would be hunting homes or field trial/hunt test homes, or active outdoorsy homes. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Touch, pets, and kisses are encouraged during human socialization., Puppy temperament evaluation , Early socialization, Bird Introduction, Scent Introduction, Noise desensitization, Human Interactions , Puppy Culture , Sound Stimulation, and Household Desensitization.
All puppies are seen by my veterinarian at 3 days old for examination, dewclaws removed, and tails docked. They are given the recommended deworming at the appropriate times. Prior to the puppies going to their new homes, all puppies are given a clean bill of health by the veterinarian. All new puppy owners are given a kit on how to care for their new puppy.
Your puppy may come with extra benefits, like a small bag of food or a toy carrying the scent of their littermates. While Bear Creek Boykin Spaniels hasn’t shared specifics yet, we encourage you to reach out directly to learn what thoughtful extras they may include to help your puppy transition comfortably into their new home.
John offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.
“We don't ship our puppies. We prefer that clients of our puppies pickup puppy at our home. I am willing to meet client at one of the aforementioned airports. ”
Why John started breeding
I got into breeding through friends who I came to know in the dog clubs I am a member of.
John has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
John was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
John’s links
Bear Creek Boykin Spaniels meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
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About Jäeger
Jäeger is a male Boykin Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, John decided to make him part of their program. John 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.
Uploaded health tests
Boykin Spaniel
About Pennie
Pennie is a female Boykin Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, John decided to make her part of their program. John 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.
Uploaded health tests
Boykin Spaniel
Great level
Bear Creek Boykin Spaniels 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 Boykin 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Brucellosis
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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
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.