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Rivelawood Lodge, Ross on Wye (2026)

05/01/2026

❄️ Cold Weather & Dogs: The Hidden Risks – Even in Heated Kennels ❄️
As temperatures drop, many owners assume that a kennel with a heater is enough to protect dogs from the cold. Unfortunately, cold weather can still pose serious risks to dogs—even when they are housed in heated environments.
Why cold weather is still dangerous:
🐾 Fluctuating temperatures
Heaters do not always provide consistent warmth. Power cuts, faulty equipment, or thermostats switching on and off can cause sudden drops in temperature that dogs cannot adapt to quickly.
🐾 Cold floors and surfaces
Concrete, tiled, or poorly insulated kennel floors retain cold. Even with warm air, prolonged contact with cold surfaces can lower a dog’s body temperature, increasing the risk of hypothermia and joint stiffness.
🐾 Drafts and ventilation gaps
Kennels often have vents, doors, or gaps that allow cold air to circulate. Drafts can significantly reduce the effectiveness of heating and cause constant heat loss.
🐾 Breed, age, and health factors
Puppies, senior dogs, short-coated breeds, small dogs, and those with underlying health conditions struggle far more to regulate body temperature—even in heated kennels.
🐾 Dehydration and dry air
Heaters dry the air, which can contribute to dehydration and respiratory irritation if water intake isn’t closely monitored.
🐾 Increased energy demands
Dogs burn more calories in cold weather just to stay warm. Without increased nutrition, they may lose condition or become lethargic.
Signs your dog may be too cold: ⚠️ Shivering or trembling
⚠️ Lethargy or reluctance to move
⚠️ Curling tightly or seeking heat constantly
⚠️ Cold ears, paws, or body
⚠️ Stiffness or limping
How to protect dogs properly in winter: ✔️ Ensure kennels are fully insulated, not just heated
✔️ Use raised beds and thick, dry bedding
✔️ Check heaters daily and have a backup heat source
✔️ Eliminate drafts while maintaining safe ventilation
✔️ Increase food intake where appropriate
✔️ Provide constant access to unfrozen, fresh water
✔️ Monitor dogs frequently—especially overnight
A heater alone is not a safeguard.
True winter protection comes from insulation, monitoring, nutrition, and individual care. Cold weather can be just as dangerous as extreme heat when it’s underestimated.

🐶 If it’s cold for you, it’s cold for them too💜

02/01/2026

🧬 The Importance of Health-Tested Dogs & a Responsible Vetting Process in Cocker Spaniels 🐶
When choosing a Cocker Spaniel—whether as a family companion, a future show dog, or part of a breeding program—health testing and ethical vetting should always be non-negotiable. These steps are essential not only for the wellbeing of the dog but also for protecting future generations of the breed.
Cocker Spaniels are a wonderful, affectionate, and intelligent breed, but like all pedigree dogs, they are known to carry specific inherited genetic conditions. Responsible breeders do not ignore these risks — they actively test for them.
🩺 Why Health Testing Matters
Genetic diseases can remain hidden for generations, showing no outward symptoms until a puppy is affected later in life. Without testing, two perfectly healthy-looking dogs can unknowingly produce puppies that suffer from serious, painful, or life-limiting conditions.
Health testing: ✔ Reduces the risk of inherited disease
✔ Protects puppies and future owners
✔ Preserves the integrity of the breed
✔ Demonstrates ethical, responsible breeding
✔ Gives transparency and reassurance to buyers
A dog that is DNA CLEAR cannot pass the tested condition on to its offspring.
🧪 Essential Health Tests for Cocker Spaniels
A fully health-tested Cocker Spaniel should be CLEAR of the following 7 genetic conditions:
✅ Acral Mutilation Syndrome (AMS)
A severe neurological condition causing loss of pain sensation in the feet, often leading to self-injury, infection, and amputation. A CLEAR result ensures puppies are protected from this devastating condition.
✅ Degenerative Myelopathy (DM)
A progressive spinal disease that leads to loss of coordination and eventual paralysis in later life. Testing prevents producing dogs that may face mobility loss and reduced quality of life.
✅ Exercise-Induced Collapse (EIC – DNM1 missense)
This condition causes weakness or collapse following exercise, excitement, or stress. CLEAR dogs maintain stamina and safety during physical activity.
✅ Familial Nephropathy (Cocker Spaniel Variant)
A serious inherited kidney disease that often presents in young dogs and can lead to kidney failure. CLEAR testing is vital to prevent early-onset illness and heartbreak.
✅ Glycogen Storage Disease Type VII (Spaniel Variant)
A metabolic disorder affecting muscle function and energy use. Dogs CLEAR of this condition are protected from muscle weakness and exercise intolerance.
✅ Phosphofructokinase Deficiency (PFK)
A blood and muscle disorder that can cause anaemia, muscle cramps, and exercise intolerance. CLEAR dogs ensure strong, healthy muscle function.
✅ Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA – PRCD missense)
A degenerative eye condition leading to progressive vision loss and eventual blindness. CLEAR dogs protect future puppies’ eyesight and quality of life.
🐾 The Vetting Process: More Than Just Health Tests
Health testing is just one part of responsible breeding. A proper vetting process should also include:
✔ KC Registration and pedigree verification
✔ Proven temperament and stable behaviour
✔ Correct breed type and conformation
✔ Veterinary health checks
✔ Ethical mating practices
✔ Full transparency with paperwork
Temperament is just as important as physical health. Cocker Spaniels should be gentle, affectionate, confident, and stable, especially as they are often chosen for family homes.
🏡 What This Means for Puppy Buyers
When you choose a breeder who fully health tests and vets their dogs, you are choosing: • Peace of mind
• Reduced vet bills
• A healthier, happier dog
• Ethical breeding standards
• Long-term welfare over short-term profit
Reputable breeders will happily show proof of health testing and explain results openly. If paperwork isn’t available — that is a red flag.
💙 In Summary
Health-tested Cocker Spaniels are not a luxury — they are a responsibility.
By prioritising DNA testing, ethical vetting, and transparency, we protect not only individual dogs but the future of the breed itself. Supporting responsible breeders helps ensure that Cocker Spaniels continue to thrive as the loving, joyful companions they are known to be.

Happy new year all 🎉

02/01/2026

Happy new year 🎉

New year ✨️

Something new ✨️

🌟 PROVEN KC REGISTERED SHOW-TYPE COCKER SPANIEL STUD 🌟
Exceptional Temperament • Elite Bloodlines • Fully Health Tested
We are delighted to offer our outstanding KC Registered Show-Type Cocker Spaniel stud dog to approved bi***es only. He is a proven sire, having already produced multiple exceptional litters renowned for their correct breed type, beautiful markings, strong structure, and outstanding temperaments.
🧬 Elite Pedigree & Heritage
This impressive boy carries prestigious Hungarian and Italian import bloodlines, with champions and top-quality show dogs throughout his pedigree. He exemplifies the Cocker Spaniel breed standard, displaying excellent balance, strong bone, correct head, and a rich, high-quality coat. His offspring consistently reflect his superior conformation and classic show-type characteristics.
🐾 Temperament – True Breed Excellence
Temperament is paramount in our breeding program, and this gentleman excels. He is calm, affectionate, playful, and exceptionally well-mannered, with the gentle, happy nature the Cocker Spaniel is renowned for. Raised in a family environment, he is excellent with children and other dogs, showing outstanding stability, confidence, and emotional intelligence. His temperament is consistently passed on to his puppies.
🧪 Comprehensively Health Tested – CLEAR of 7 Genetic Conditions
✔ Acral Mutilation Syndrome – CLEAR
✔ Degenerative Myelopathy – CLEAR
✔ Exercise-Induced Collapse (DNM1 missense) – CLEAR
✔ Familial Nephropathy (Cocker Spaniel variant) – CLEAR
✔ Glycogen Storage Disease Type VII – CLEAR
✔ Phosphofructokinase Deficiency – CLEAR
✔ Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRCD missense) – CLEAR
📄 KC Registration & Health Documentation
Full KC registration and health testing documentation provided, with paper copies and digital copies available for puppy packs and future owners.
💷 Stud Fee: £300
🐾 Two matings included (first mating plus a second if required)
📍 Available to the public by appointment
📞 Enquiries: 07572 223558
If you are seeking a true show-type Cocker Spaniel stud offering proven fertility, exceptional temperament, elite bloodlines, and full health testing, we welcome serious enquiries only.
Thank you 😊🐶

22/12/2025

Patrick Swayze once said, “People told me my house smelled like dogs, and I asked them, do you even know what a dog smells like? It smells like gratitude, loyalty, nobility, affection, and pure, unconditional love. Despite everything they’ve been through, they carry no scent of resentment. I feel blessed that my house smells like dogs.”

This serves as a reminder that true blessings cannot be measured by society’s standards. Swayze’s words capture what dog lovers have always known—a home filled with the presence of loyal canine companions is filled with love. The joy, gratitude, and unconditional affection dogs bring are priceless, proving that the most precious things in life are often invisible, but deeply felt—and sometimes even smelled.

16/11/2025

I haven't been in a goog place after loosing my my mum 💔

But I need to keep going I did love this page but iv lost the love 💔

Iv made my mum proud in life I know that but have to keep making her proud 💯

🐾 Every breeder knows this moment, that little buzz on your phone a few days after a puppy goes home.

The message starts sweet, “we love him, but…”

And you already know what’s coming next. But he barks. But he nips. But he cries at night. But he’s just “a lot.”

And it breaks your heart a little every time, because what they’re describing isn’t a “problem.”

It’s a puppy.

A baby learning the world outside of their mom and littermates. They’re confused, overstimulated, excited, and scared…sometimes all at once. And that’s normal.

But people today want easy.

People want the version they see online…the one that sits calmly, never chews a shoe, and somehow knows “sit” by eight weeks.

They forget that behind every well-mannered dog is someone who put in the work, the patience, the boundaries, the grace.

People want the love without the learning curve.

Even the most beautifully raised puppies don’t come pre-programmed. They come ready to grow with you. To learn your rhythms, your tone, your energy. They don’t need perfection, they need patience.

Some people confuse an easy puppy with a good one. But the truth is, every puppy is good they’re just new. And new things are messy before they’re magical.

As breeders, we see it all. We comfort the ones who come back scared, unsure, wondering what they did wrong. We remind them softly, “you didn’t do anything wrong, baby.” Because it’s never their fault that someone wasn’t ready for the hard parts that make the best parts possible.

Raising a puppy isn’t instant. It’s sleepless nights, puddles on the floor, little teeth on fingers, and the sweetest bond you’ll ever build.

A puppy isn’t a project, or a phase, or something to “try.” It’s a commitment. A piece of your heart on four legs. If you’re not ready for the messy parts of puppyhood, that’s okay. Just wait until you can give your whole heart.

Because these little souls deserve nothing less 💜 🐾

Shared from another breeder 🐾

****the puppies are Three Lakes Labs & WHDs**

20/09/2025

Iv not posted on my page since the 28th of July 😥

On the 4th of September I married my sole mate Adam and best friend after 14 years together 💜

11 days later my mummy died suddenly💔

And yesterday was my birthday 🎂

First birthday as a wife 💜

First birthday with out my mummy 💔

My mum dieing 4 days before my birthday really is another leavel of heartbreak 💔

Since my last post my mum, dad and family have been my soul focus and not this page 😥

So please be patient 🙏

As no messenger will be replied to until I'm ready 💜

My mum was, is and will always be my best friend, strength and reason as to why I will smash out many goals in 2026 💯

Love you mum ❤️

💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

28/07/2025

📣 Important Notice: Attendance at Appointments at Rivelawood 🐾

At Rivelawood, every dog in our care is treated with love, respect, and a deep sense of responsibility. Whether it’s a microchipping session to secure their identity 🐶 or an ultrasound to monitor vital stages of pregnancy 🤰, these appointments are absolutely essential to the well-being of our dogs and the smooth operation of our services of microchipping and ultrasound.

We understand that life happens — unexpected things come up. However, missing or arriving significantly late to your scheduled appointments has a domino effect that impacts not only your own dog’s care, but also the rest of our schedule, other owners, and most importantly, the animals relying on our care.

When an appointment is missed:

🕐 It pushes back carefully planned procedures for other dogs, including time-sensitive diagnostics.

🐕‍🦺 It delays health checks and necessary documentation, particularly crucial for puppies preparing to leave for new homes.

📋 It disrupts legal timelines for microchipping compliance.

💼 It causes our family until — who plan, prepare, and dedicate focused time for each session — to lose valuable working/personal hours that could have been used to help others.

Also ultrasound and microchipping appointments are not “drop-in” services. They are meticulously planned, often around very specific gestation dates or regulatory deadlines. Missing these windows can mean having to reschedule entire health protocols, delaying paperwork, and potentially compromising the quality of care.

We pour our hearts into what we do here at Rivelawood 💛. Behind each appointment is a small family team who genuinely cares, works tirelessly, and does their best to accommodate everyone with compassion and professionalism.

🔔 What we ask from you:

Please arrive on time or notify us as soon as possible if you’re running late or unable to attend.

If something unavoidable comes up, we will always try to work with you — communication is key.

Remember, your appointment slot isn’t just for your dog — it’s part of a larger system that keeps every pup at Rivelawood safe, healthy, and on track.

We’re proud to serve a community of dog lovers who value respect, responsibility, and the highest standard of animal care. Thank you for being part of the Rivelawood family 🐾.

With appreciation,
Verity @ Rivelawood Kennels
🐕‍🦺Where Care Comes First💖

19/07/2025

First vet appointment 🤩

Passed with flying colours 🙌

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