I'm the breeder behind Rock Moss Farm and Kennel located in Waynesboro, GA. My goal in breeding is to maintain integrity of the breed with a focus on health, field performance and a biddable pleasant nature. Active pet or other sporting homes are considered upon understanding of breed needs. My puppies are carefully observed and best matched to homes.
About Lindsey
I am Lindsey Whinghter. I have always had a love for animals and a fascination with working dogs. My family moved to Waynesboro, GA in 2002 and later developed our land for quail hunting. After a friend introduced me to the breed I was certain I wanted to own a cocker. One cocker turned to several pretty quickly. After hunting them I also got involved in AKC hunt tests and Field trials.
What makes Lindsey’s program special
Our dogs live in a climate controlled kennel/whelping house with indoor/outdoor access. My dogs are trained and well cared for. All breeding stock are health tested for the recommended tests for their breed. Our puppies get extensive interaction and are exposed to things that encourage them to reach their full potential. I plan to continue gaining knowledge and applying it to my breeding program.
Lindsey is a member of 2 clubs
Southern States Field Trialers, English Cocker Spaniel Club of America
Lindsey’s certifications & recognitions
Amateur AKC Field Trial handler
Lindsey 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.
Please contact the breeder to get more information about pricing.
“Puppies are priced the same regardless of gender or color.”
Lindsey 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 Lindsey 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 Lindsey directly.
We provide early stimulation for our puppies. They are exposed to sights, sounds, and scents. They are handled often by myself, children, and friends. Pups have place board intro with a clicker, and leave retrieving tennis balls. Foundation is everything! I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Socialized with children, Various sounds, Scents, Touch Desensitization, Household Desensitization, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Children, Socialized with Cats, Sound Stimulation, Early Neurological Stimulation, and Socialized with Adult Dogs.
My puppies are dewormed every two weeks from birth to the time they leave at eight weeks. They will have their age appropriate vaccinations. Their tails are docked to field standard.
We send our puppies home with Vet records, Microchip, Registration, Parents' health certifications, AKC Registration, Food Starter Bag, Vaccinations, Puppy Collar, and Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents.
Lindsey 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 or transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
Why Lindsey started breeding
Breeding became an interest out of a passion for the breed and my love for puppies and caring for them. We developed a 'family' who also owned and loved cockers. We developed a line of dogs with the qualities we liked. When someone needed a puppy we would plan a litter. It was through this I realized it was a true passion and something I wanted to deepen and grow.
Lindsey has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years
Lindsey was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Rock Moss Farm and Kennel meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
English Cocker Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniel
About Buffalo
Buffalo is a male English Cocker Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lindsey decided to make him part of their program. Lindsey 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 Cocker Spaniel
About Sage
Sage is a female English Cocker Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lindsey decided to make her part of their program. Lindsey 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 Cocker Spaniel
About Isla
Isla is a female English Cocker Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lindsey decided to make her part of their program. Lindsey 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 Cocker Spaniel
Excellent level
Rock Moss Farm and 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 English Cocker 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 Dysplasia (Preliminary)
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.
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.
Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Phosphofructokinase Deficiency (PFK), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Acral Mutilation Syndrome (AMS)
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).