People have differing views on where to get Cockers from but my advice, from years of owning spaniels, is to go by word of mouth.
You will need to do some homework to find a good breeder, but you should make the effort and avoid online adverts and any litters that you see promoted on social media and simliar places.
Sadly, there are many ‘breeders’ who see Cocker spaniels as a way to make money and frequently litters are advertised and produced soley as a means to line the pockets of these people, who have no concerns for the dogs.
Take your time to find a moral and responsible breeder. Ask around, speak to your vet, other Cocker spaniel owners and, when you do find a litter, pause and think about things carefully before you go ahead.
Read more about choosing a puppy and what to look for in our article here.