I'm the breeder behind Foxboro Farm located in Howell, MI. We have dogs that excel in all disciplines, showing, obedience, agility therapy and yes, we have a few that hunt! Truly they are best at being a beloved family companions.We take responsible breeding very seriously, We make sure each puppy gets the best care and socialization. We excel at making your best friend!
About Susan
Susan and Melissa have spent the majority of their lives involved in the sport of purebred dogs. Professionally, we both are registered nurses working in critical care at The University of Michigan. We both believe in the highest standards in animal husbandry and the responsibility of producing healthy dogs. We stand by our breeding program.
What makes Susan’s program special
We believe in breeding to the English Springer Spaniel standard. While we are very active in showing dogs and have bred 60-plus champions, our goal is to breed healthy, beautiful, and sane pets! Foxboro dogs are active in obedience, agility, therapy, and hunting (I don’t promise they hunt. I’ve been proved wrong!) We stand by every dog that is produced here and offer lifetime breeder support.
Susan is a member of a club
English Springer Spaniel Field Trial Association
Expected English Springer Spaniels from Garth and Cleo
Due Mar. 2025. Ready May 3
Expected English Springer Spaniels from Garth and Cleo
Due Mar. 2025
Ready May 3
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Susan 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 $2,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $200.
“It is a non refundable deposit of 200.00 that applied towards the purchase price. It is refundable in the event we don’t have a puppy for you.”
Susan 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 Susan 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 Susan directly.
Our puppies are raised in my home and well socialized. They are socialized with a wide range of ages of people. They are allowed playtime with their mothers until they go to their new homes . Crate training and potty training started. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Scent introduction, Socialized with children, Socialized in new places, Car rides, We begin potty training along with crate training & believe the two go hand in hand., Early socialization, surface and tactile stimulation, Behavioral shaping , Noise desensitization, Human Interactions , Potty training, crate training, Potty Training, also have lots of friends and family who come over to handle the puppies and help out with the puppies daily. I do not take them to public places to expose them to people as they are not fully vaccinated until 16 weeks. , Various Surfaces , Structures, e.g. Climbing, Outdoors (when Weather permits), Sound Stimulation, the starting of house breaking, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Grooming Desensitization, and Household Desensitization.
All puppies are started on their vaccines and wormed. They are vet-checked before pick up and have their eyes checked by a vet ophthalmologist.
We send our puppies home with Microchip, Registration, Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Vet records, Dew claws removed, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Puppy package, Sound and texture enrichment, Puppy Starter Kit, Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. , and Vaccinations.
Susan 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.
Work with a trusted flight nanny to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
Why Susan started breeding
Susan started breeding and showing Golden Retrievers in the 80’s. My first Golden was a Best in Show winner. In the 90’s my daughter was given a Springer puppy and she changed our world! We love Springers and are passionate about breeding beautiful, healthy, and sound-of-mind dogs. Melissa Thorson joined the team 12 years ago and is an integral contributor to training, showing, and raising puppies.
Susan has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Susan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Susan’s program includes two colors
Susan’s English Springer Spaniel puppies include liver and white and black and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Foxboro Farm meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
English Springer Spaniel
English Springer Spaniel
About Cleo
Cleo is a female English Springer Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Susan decided to make her part of their program. Susan 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.
English Springer Spaniel
About Nikki
Nikki is a female English Springer Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Susan decided to make her part of their program. Susan 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.
English Springer Spaniel
About Nikki
Nikki is a female English Springer Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Susan decided to make her part of their program. Susan 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.
English Springer Spaniel
About Elton
Elton is a male English Springer Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Susan decided to make him part of their program. Susan 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.
English Springer Spaniel
About Cleo
Cleo is a female English Springer Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Susan decided to make her part of their program. Susan 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.
English Springer Spaniel
About Bergan
Bergan is a female English Springer Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Susan decided to make her part of their program. Susan 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.
English Springer Spaniel
About Tipsy
Tipsy is a female English Springer Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Susan decided to make her part of their program. Susan 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.
English Springer Spaniel
Good level
Foxboro Farm 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.
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.
High energy
Energy level
Not allergy-friendly
Allergy
Moderate shedding
Shedding
English Springer Spaniel