I'm the breeder behind Tauntre American Cocker Spaniels located in Baton Rouge, LA. Hello, I'm Ann of Tauntre American Cocker Spaniels, our AKC Registered puppies come from champion parents with OFA certified eyes and hips. We strive to breed happy, healthy puppies that meet breed specifications to give prospective show homes and pet homes the best placement for the perfect fit.
About Ann
I am a hobby breeder who shows and breeds cockers to improve the quality of cockers in form, temperament, health and early puppy development. These puppies come from long lines of champions and are hand-raised to be a wonderful companion for family life or a show placement.
What makes Ann’s program special
Puppies are kept and raised in the house and provided proper stimulation for development. We do Early Neurological Stimulation program to help them develop their immune system and stress tolerances.
Ann is a member of a club
The American Spaniel Club
Boy 1
Male • Went Home July 14, 2022
Cocker Spaniel
Ann 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 $2,000 - $2,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $250.
“The price varies depending on limited registration for pet home or breeding rights for show homes. Puppies are socialized, wormed, on shot-schedule, and health guaranteed. Deposits can be placed to hold the puppy you have selected or to be placed on a waitlist. If your selected puppy has a health defect the deposit will be returned or you can apply it toward another.”
Ann 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 Ann 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 Ann directly.
Our puppies are socialized with other dogs, children, and introduced to kennel/crate training. We work on potty training as part of the development process. When born puppies receive ENS to help them develop a strong immune system and for stress management. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Nail Trimming, Our puppies are born in a quiet, dark place in our home to allow development until their eyes open, during this time we practice early neurological stimulation and hold pups daily, Adult and children socializing , positive experiences in all situations, conformation stacking and nail trimming, 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. , Early stages of crate training, Outdoors, e.g. rain, Various Surfaces , crate training, Structures, e.g. Climbing, Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Touch Desensitization, Early Neurological Stimulation, Grooming Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Elderly, and Socialized with Adult Dogs.
All puppies will have been wormed and vaccinated on schedule and will have a vet exam before leaving. New owners must have puppy examined by their vet no later than 5 days after receiving puppy and any negative results require breeder to speak with veterinarian directly.
Your puppy may come with extra benefits, like a small bag of food or a toy carrying the scent of their littermates. While Tauntre American Cocker Spaniels hasn’t shared specifics yet, we encourage you to reach out directly to learn what thoughtful extras they may include to help your puppy transition comfortably into their new home.
Ann 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.
“We know a wonderful pet nanny that drives all over USA bringing puppies to their homes. This fee will be specific to you, your location, pet nanny's current route, and delivery timeline.”
Why Ann started breeding
I've owned cocker spaniels since I was 16 years old & had the good fortune to be mentored by a show breeder who taught me about conformation, breeding, grooming and raising puppies. I worked as a vet tech for short amount of time in college and people began asking me to whelp their litters. I enjoyed it so much that when I started working from home I began my breeding program.
Ann has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Ann was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Ann’s program includes six colors
Ann’s Cocker Spaniel puppies include brown, red, red and white, buff, black and tan, and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Ann’s links
Tauntre American Cocker Spaniels meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Cocker Spaniel
Excellent level
Tauntre American Cocker 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 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.