Stand Alone Cockers

Raised by Heather D.

Certified Breeder of Cocker Spaniels

  • Certified Good Dog Breeder
  • 95% response rate • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Stand Alone Cockers located in Peoria, AZ. My dogs have outstanding confirmation, temperament, health, and are just overall lovable. The dogs I show are the sires and dams I use in my breeding program, and I am able to keep an eye on their health and ensure their overall health and well-being.

Heather’s experience

  • About Heather

    I have been working with Cocker Spaniels since I was 9 years old. My love for them is boundless and I've been hooked ever since reading Prince Tom as a child. My mom bought me my first dog, but unfortunately she was a fear biter. My goal has been to improve the temperament of this beautiful breed ever since.

  • What makes Heather’s program special

    My line stems from the Dal-Mar line. Donna Harrington has been a proven breeder with successful champions, health and temperament. Donna has been my mentor and friend through my start in this dog show world. My dogs have outstanding confirmation, temperament, health, and are just lovable. I am able to keep and eye on their health and ensure the overall health and well being of their future puppies.

Getting a puppy from Heather

Heather 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 $1,000 - $3,600 and include a non-refundable deposit of $750.

“The amount depends on the price of the puppy. Deposit ranges from $500-$1600. 50% of the puppy price is the deposit. Deposit price varies.”

Contract and health guarantee

Heather 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 Heather 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 Heather directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Our puppies are raised around other dogs and are used to household noises. They also come with some exposure to grooming and with an AKC certificate. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Various sounds, Car rides, Surface & tactile stimulation, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Socialized in new places, Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Toys , conformation stacking and nail trimming, the starting of house breaking, Puppy Culture , intro to shallow pool, water in warm weather, Outdoors (when Weather permits), Potty opportunities on various surfaces, car riding , Texture stimulation, crate training, Noises , Structures, e.g. Climbing, Chew, e.g. Bone, Early Neurological Stimulation, Household Desensitization, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Grooming Desensitization, Toys, e.g. Ball, Touch Desensitization, and Sound Stimulation.

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Puppy health practices

All puppies are vaccinated and taken to a vet to receive all their shots.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Initial potty training and AKC Registration.

Bringing your puppy home

Heather offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Peoria, AZ 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.

More about Heather

Heather is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Stand Alone Cockers 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 Heather's parent dogs

All breeds

Cocker Spaniel

Parent health testing

Cocker Spaniel

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Stand Alone Cockers 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 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.

  • 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.

  • PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd)

    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).

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