Rockin’ Slow Farms
- Preferred Breeder
- 100% response rate • Responds within a few hours
Meet the breeder
I'm the breeder behind Rockin’ Slow Farms located in Statesville, NC. Our English Springer Spaniel pups are home-raised. We put a lot of care into socializing them so they can transition easily into their new lives. We give our dogs the best lives possible. We are looking for families and individuals that will provide our puppies with the same level of love and care.
Colleen’s experience
About Colleen
My husband and I love to get outdoors and we enjoy taking our dogs with us whenever it is possible. My husband is a retired mechanical engineer and I am a social worker. We are cognizant of how our dogs are socialized and are intentional with socializing our litters for the best success of each pup and family.
What makes Colleen’s program special
We are hands on and interact with our litters multiple times a day for up to 2 hours at a time. We initiate crate training, potty training, and simple recall. We snuggle the puppies and have friends who help us socialize the pups (all ages).
Puppies
Jon Bon Jovi (Scout)
Male • Ready Mar. 29
English Springer Spaniel
Alice Cooper (Lady)
Female • Ready Mar. 29
English Springer Spaniel
Elton John (Strider)
Male • Ready Mar. 29
English Springer Spaniel
Billy Idol
Male • Ready Mar. 29
English Springer Spaniel
Cindy Lauper
Female • Ready Mar. 29
English Springer Spaniel
Prince (Cooper) and Billy Idol (Elvis)
Male • Ready Mar. 29
English Springer Spaniel
Eddie Van Halen (Banner)
Male • Ready Mar. 29
English Springer Spaniel
Axl Rose (Boone)
Male • Ready Mar. 29
English Springer Spaniel
Camellia
Female • Went Home July 30, 2024
English Springer Spaniel
Lily
Female • Went Home July 30, 2024
English Springer Spaniel
Magnolia
Female • Went Home July 30, 2024
English Springer Spaniel
Flower Litter
Male • Went Home July 30, 2024
English Springer Spaniel
Clem
Male • Went Home July 30, 2024
English Springer Spaniel
Poppy and Camellia
Female • Went Home July 30, 2024
English Springer Spaniel
Calix (Bubbie)
Male • Went Home July 30, 2024
English Springer Spaniel
Cosmos
Male • Went Home July 30, 2024
English Springer Spaniel
Daisy
Female • Went Home July 30, 2024
English Springer Spaniel
Lupin
Male • Went Home July 30, 2024
English Springer Spaniel
Joy Girl 3
Female • Went Home Jan. 9, 2024
English Springer Spaniel
Angel - Boy 5
Male • Went Home Jan. 9, 2024
English Springer Spaniel
Carol Girl 4
Female • Went Home Jan. 9, 2024
English Springer Spaniel
Merry - Girl 1
Female • Went Home Jan. 9, 2024
English Springer Spaniel
Gabriel - Boy 3
Male • Went Home Jan. 9, 2024
English Springer Spaniel
Joseph Boy 1
Male • Went Home Jan. 9, 2024
English Springer Spaniel
Noel Girl 2
Female • Went Home Jan. 9, 2024
English Springer Spaniel
Emmanuel - Boy 2
Male • Went Home Jan. 9, 2024
English Springer Spaniel
Newborn & upcoming litters
Newborn English Springer Spaniels from Gus and Rosie
Born June 2024. Ready July 30, 2024
Newborn English Springer Spaniels from Gus and Rosie
Born Feb. 2025. Ready Mar. 29
Newborn English Springer Spaniels from Gus and Rosie
Born June 2024
Ready July 30, 2024
Newborn English Springer Spaniels from Gus and Rosie
Born Feb. 2025
Ready Mar. 29
Litter and program updates
Colleen K.
Litter update on 24 Mar. •When people think breeding puppies is glamorous…show them my photo after an hour outside with 8 pups. I WAS work ready. 🤪 On another note, it’s another opportunity to “find your puppy”! They have sure grown since the first find your puppy photo a few weeks ago! Looking forward to meeting you all in person in a few short days! ✨🐶✨
Gus and Rosie's litter
Colleen K.
Litter update on 23 Mar. •This is what a puppy stampede look like! They are all rushing to get to the PAW-fact homes at the end of this week! Bitter sweet for the dog mom. ✨🐶✨ (Pay no attention the shrill voice calling for puppies. 🤭)
Gus and Rosie's litter
Colleen K.
Litter update on 21 Mar. •Can you find your pup? They are so much fun to watch as they learn how to play together and separate. They have more energy now and stay awake for longer periods of time. After a good 45-60 minutes they are ready for a good long nap. 😊
Gus and Rosie's litter
Colleen K.
Litter update on 20 Mar. •All pups are eating dry puppy food now. They nurse based upon convenience when Rosie is outside with them. You can see 2 specific things in the video: 1. Rosie is trying to get the pups interested in one of her favorite activities - Frisbee retrieval 2. Rosie is moving away from the pups to reduce the time they nurse and maybe allow them to get distracted by another pup or activity.
Gus and Rosie's litter
Colleen K.
Litter update on 17 Mar. •Playtime in the kitchen before bedtime. They loved their new toy (Amazon box). Strider (Elton John) was playing his own version of king of the hill! The pups are practicing their vocalizations and it is so funny to hear them.
Gus and Rosie's litter
Colleen K.
Litter update on 15 Mar. •Little did I know this big cuddle bed was going to be the favorite spot for the 1980s Rock Icon Litter!
Gus and Rosie's litter
Colleen K.
Litter update on 15 Mar. •A couple videos of how their coordination and playtime is progressing. Can you pick out (recognize) your pup?
Gus and Rosie's litter
Colleen K.
Litter update on 14 Mar. •Two weeks from today and these pups start heading to their FUR-ever homes. From Maryland to Across NC and last one (so far) is going to W. Virginia. They absolutely love their outside time and the nap afterward is heavenly. 😉
Gus and Rosie's litter
Colleen K.
Litter update on 09 Mar. •Bought this for the big dogs but the pups figured out there was a handle real quick!
Gus and Rosie's litter
Colleen K.
Litter update on 08 Mar. •It’s like having octuplets and trying to remember their names as they toddle about! 😂 These pups are exploring more and still love to be at my feet for attention when they are tired of exploring. The rest comes after play…for that I am thankful. 😊 Can you find your pup in the pile?
Gus and Rosie's litter
Getting a puppy from Colleen
Colleen 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.
Price
Puppy prices range from $1,800 - $2,400 and include a deposit of $250.
“The price includes initial AKC registration, initial vaccination(s), deworming if needed, health guarantee specific to with consideration as shown clear by lineage, for proper veterinary care, and environment. If a deposit is retracted within the first 14 days I will refund the deposit. Beyond that the deposit will cover any missed opportunities for locating the pups forever home.”
Contract and health guarantee
Colleen 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 Colleen 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 Colleen directly.
What's included
Enrichment and socialization
Our puppies are socialized to a home environment and taken outside multiple times per day. We interact with the pups and we are intentional in having others interact with the pups as well. I utilize the following enrichment methods: We have lots of friends and family who come over to handle the puppies. We do not take them into public places since they are not fully vaccinated., Adult and children socializing , obstacles , the starting of house breaking, Texture stimulation, crate training, Outdoors, e.g. rain, Noises , Various Surfaces , Structures, e.g. Climbing, Toys, e.g. Ball, Touch Desensitization, Grooming Desensitization, Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Elderly, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Traveling in a car, Stairs and obstacles , Initiate Outdoor Potty, Water Introduction, Come, We start house training, Introduction to crate training, Early socialization, Human Interactions , Name recognition , Sit Command, Puppy pads , Potty Training, and Noise desensitization.
Puppy health practices
All puppies come from health tested parents (not OFA cleared at this time). They will have their first vaccination and working if needed. Puppies will not be delivered to an owner if there is any physical signs of illness or injury without full disclosure and under advisement of our local veterinarian (abnormality, diarrhea, vomiting, etc).
Extras
We send our puppies home with Toy with Mom's Scent, Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Puppy Collar, Food Starter Bag, and AKC Registration.
Bringing your puppy home
Colleen offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
Pick up your puppy in Statesville, NC or nearby
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.
Get your puppy dropped off to you
Work with a trusted flight nanny or transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
More about Colleen
Why Colleen started breeding
We decided to get into breeding due to our love for animals and for starting pups off on a good path. English Springer Spaniels are such a fun and intelligent breed and we want to share that with others. This is not a business but out of love for the breed and interest in families getting good quality pets.
Colleen is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Colleen has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Colleen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Colleen’s program includes three colors
Colleen’s English Springer Spaniel puppies include red and white, liver white and tan, and liver and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Colleen’s links
Colleen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Rockin’ Slow Farms 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
Meet Colleen's parent dogs
All breeds
English Springer Spaniel
Gus, dad
English Springer Spaniel
About Gus
Gus is a male English Springer Spaniel over 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Colleen decided to make him part of their program. Colleen 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.
Good health testing
Wisdom Panel
Rosie, mom
English Springer Spaniel
About Rosie
Liver, sable
Good health testing
Wisdom Panel
Parent health testing
English Springer Spaniel
Good level
Rockin’ Slow Farms 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 Disease Panel, DNA Profile, DNA Repository
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 Colleen to bring home their puppies.
Bill P.
Sept. 2024
Colleen was the best. She was super responsive and answered all of the questions that my family had regarding our Springer Puppy Charlie Brown. She welcomed us into her home when we asked to come...
Boo S.
Aug. 2024
Super Duper!!!!! Rockin' Slow Farms breeders, Colleen and Ralph, were absolutely 5 star! I had great communications with them - mostly Colleen but it was evident that Ralph was in the picture and I...
Mariah S.
Aug. 2024
Colleen was such a pleasure to work with! Between her responsiveness and expertise on the breed, she made the whole experience effortless. While we were waiting to bring our pup home, Colleen was sure...
Jim M.
Feb. 2024
Rockin' Slow Farms was amazing to work with. The owner communicated very well and often. It is evident she takes great care for her pups. We would and have recommended her to others.
