- Affenpinscher
- American Corgi
Purebred
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Crossbred
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DrWatson Boykin Spaniels
- Kershaw, SC
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm the breeder behind DrWatson Boykin Spaniels located in Kershaw, SC. Our dogs are amateur trained by us. We have 2 male stud dogs and one breeding female. All have exceptional pedigrees, have superior marking ability, are birdy, love to hunt and retrieve. We are committed to produce litters that will excel in performance sports, show ring and as a loving family pet.
Q. & A. with Vanessa
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are liver. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Vanessa
Vanessa 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 $2,500 - $3,500 and include a deposit of $500.
“Price includes registration, if puppy qualifies into the Boykin Spaniel Registry, AKC and UKC. Tail docking, dew claw removal to be paid before you pick up your puppy. Transporation costs not included. $500 deposit holds your spot in puppy selection.”
Contract & health guarantee
Vanessa 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 Vanessa 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 Vanessa directly.
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What’s included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Registration
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can fly or drive to pick up your puppy from Vanessa.
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Puppy pick-up locations
Vanessa will coordinate all the details with you.
Meet in Kershaw, SC
Meet at CAE airport
Puppy transport options
Vanessa offers options to safely drop-off your new puppy.
More about Vanessa
Club memberships
Vanessa is a member of CBSRC, Wateree Spaniel Club , Boykin Spaniel Society, American Kennel Club, and Hunting Retriever Club.
Certifications & recognitions
Amateur handled dogs to AKC Grand Champion in Show Conformation, Amateur handled dogs to Hunting Retriever Champion Title, Upland Title, Master Hunter Retriever Title, Amateur Trainer, Boykin Spaniel Society Preferred Breeder , CHIC Certified.
Vanessa has been a member of Good Dog for 8 months
Vanessa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Vanessa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
DrWatson Boykin Spaniels 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
Ray, mom
Boykin Spaniel
About Ray
FCK’s Dottie Ray is owned by Michael Watson in Kershaw, SC. She is out of HRCH CH St. Thomas Justanislandboy MHR CGC and SGA’s Lottie Dottie. She is the granddaughter of GRHRCH UH Saint Thomas Chief MH MHR OCH10, OCH14 and HRCH Kj Just Buck MHR and the great-granddaughter of GRHRCH UH Just Ducky’s Justforkicks OCH06,08,09 and HRCH UH Kj just Cinnamon And Spice MHR as well as many other Hunter Retriever Champions. Ray has a short wavy/curly coat with a sporty build, 36 lbs. and is tall with a good bite. She loves people and loves to retrieve and is birdy.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
DrWatson 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.
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.
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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
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.
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC)
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).
