I'm the breeder behind Big Sky Springers located in Great Falls, MT. With over 30 years of experience with the breed we offer quality bred AKC English Springer Spaniels. Our dogs excel both as hunters and as family companions. All are raised as part of our family. We strive to breed loyal companions and excellent bird dogs at reasonable prices.
Q. & A. with Walter &
What makes your program special?
Having 30+ years of experience with the breed our love for Springers expands further than just a dog. They are our pride and joy and have given us more love than any breed of dog we have ever owned. We are an honest family and strive to produce quality bred English Springer Spaniels for family and hunting companions.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include white and liver, white and black, black white and tan, liver white and tan, liver and white, and black and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Field Female#1
Went home
Female
Kimber
Went home
Female
Blaser
Went home
Male
Musket
Went home
Male
Trapper
Went home
Male
Beretta
Went home
Female
Hunter
Went home
Male
Gunner
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Walter &
Walter & 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
Puppies from Walter & are $1,200 and include a non-refundable deposit of $200.
Contract & health guarantee
Walter & 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 Walter & 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 Walter & directly.
Big Sky Springers 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
Loma, mom
English Springer Spaniel
About Loma
Loma is the sweetest little gal. Not only is she gorgeous she has that perfect petite build which makes it ideal for travel, playing with our youngest kids and for snuggle on the couch. She is the sweetest girl. Loves to be at your feet and is a complete velcro dog.
Banjo, dad
English Springer Spaniel
About Banjo
Banjo is Mr. comedy. He keeps us laughing as he thinks every day is a good day and is always ready to play. He LOVES the water and could spend hours playing in the pool! He is absolutely gorgeous, nice sturdy build, beautiful coat and has the best personality. Not a mean bone in his body!
Valley, mom
English Springer Spaniel
About Valley
Valley is a born and raised Big Sky Springer. Her sire was Luke, our European import. Her dam is Prairie. Her lines include primarily European lines with a touch of Field/American lines. Valley is heavier built but still petite. She is the ultimate velcro dog, attached at the hip and is very loyal. She loves water, is very comical and loves being out and about with us.
Timber, dad
English Springer Spaniel
About Timber
Timber is a male English Springer Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Walter & decided to make him part of their program. Walter & 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Big Sky Springers 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.
DNA Profile
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Walter & to bring home their puppies.
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Diane E.
Verified owner · July 2022
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Thanks so much for this beautiful dog. I named him Harley. I should have named him flash since he runs everywhere. He has done wonderful from day one. He is friendly to everyone he meets. He is smart with a curious mind. A true Springer! I love ❤️ him very much!