The Riccio Ranch

If anyone is looking to bring a springer into your life, I know these dogs are coming from a breeder who is closing down due to health concerns. All dogs are here in Florida.

Because a springer can change your life forever, I love them with all my heart.

For many who have been waiting for me to announce Maggie coming into heat, she is!!! Yeah. We’re hoping for a successful breeding by New Years. I should have some additional news by then. Officially I won’t know unless I have X-rays (which I may do at 8 weeks). Prayers for Maggie and Hoover to bring us one last litter. They have created beautiful, smart dogs with exceptional personalities. If all goes as planned, puppies will be born early March with new homes early May. 🙏

I know as we enter our next phase of life next year, the springers are definitely going to miss the property. They had 18 years of running free. Many litters were born here and hold such wonderful memories

Waiting for Maggie to come into heat. We will then be welcoming late spring puppies. I’ll keep you all posted as things progress. Mother Nature is taking her time. Lol.

Luke testing out the Christmas pillows just put out on the sofas. The life of a Springer!

For the health of Maggie (1 litter a year) and that we’re expecting our first grandchild any day, I decided to hold off on breeding until May. That means summer puppies.

Maggie is in heat, and I plan to breed her this cycle. That will mean mid to late January puppies. They will be ready for their new homes in March sometime. She will then take a break. I already have a few deposits. If you’re interested in being put on a waiting list, send me a PM for details.

Today I decided to groom Luke. It’s not like he’s not handsome enough but now....watch out! Picture shoot to follow. Lol. Anyone who thinks only females can be calm and good looking has not had my dogs. Luke has the sweetest personality and probably in the top 3 of best looking springers we’ve ever owned.

I’m so happy when previous owners share their love for Maggie’s puppies. I get so much happiness when I see all the hard work of preparing them for their new homes pays off.