“The little brown dog that doesn’t rock the boat.”

At Shadow Hill Retrievers, we believe in evaluating the whole dog. While titles and accomplishments help demonstrate a dog’s ability and worthiness for breeding, we place equal importance on structure, temperament, genetics, health, and overall soundness. We believe the Boykin Spaniel Breed Standard should serve as the blueprint for responsible breeding, valuing form and function as one and the same.

Our goal is to produce versatile, stable dogs with the drive, intelligence, and physical soundness to excel both in the field and at home for years to come. Every dog in our program is carefully selected to align with the standards established by the American Kennel Club and the Boykin Spaniel Society — emphasizing health, longevity, trainability, and correct structure. The result is evident in our dogs’ accomplishments in both the conformation ring and the field.

The Boykin Spaniel is a medium-sized sporting dog known for its enthusiasm, versatility, and tremendous drive. They thrive in hunting homes, hunt test and field trial venues, and with active families who appreciate an energetic, intelligent companion. If you can embrace the crazy and character that comes with the breed, a Boykin Spaniel will quickly become one of the greatest partners you could ask for — both in the field and in everyday life.

We invite you to browse our page and learn more about Shadow Hill Retrievers.