Les Working Cockers de Sonia
A carefully selected breeding programme of genuine Working Cockers, exclusively from British working lines, chosen for their balance, natural ability and versatility: exceptional family companions, active dogs and genuine working gundogs.
A Working Cocker is far more than its appearance
Our aim is to preserve the very essence of the English Working Cocker: outstanding natural ability, intelligence and enthusiasm for work, together with the balance and exceptional capacity to become a deeply rewarding family companion.
Authentic origins
Carefully researched and selected British working lines. Origin, temperament and functional qualities always come before fashion or appearance.
Genuine versatility
Family life, shooting, dog sports or an active lifestyle: we select dogs able to thrive in a range of settings while retaining the balance required for harmonious family life.
Demanding selection
Temperament, health, natural ability, working aptitude and the complementarity of bloodlines guide every breeding decision.
We do not breed to produce more. We breed to select better.
Our breeding programme is deliberately limited. Every pairing is carefully considered in terms of pedigree, ability, health and temperament.
We seek dogs that retain the functional qualities of the genuine Working Cocker while being perfectly suited to a close everyday relationship with their family.
Passion supported by scientific rigour
Our standards extend well beyond the choice of bloodlines. Reproduction, pregnancy, whelping and the first weeks of life benefit from specialist veterinary monitoring.
Dipl. ECAR · EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Animal Reproduction
The breeding programme works in close collaboration with Dr Xavier Lévy, an EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Animal Reproduction, internationally recognised in reproduction, obstetrics and canine neonatology.
The right puppy for the right family
We do not see puppy allocation as choosing a colour from a catalogue. We focus on understanding your plans, observing each puppy and matching its temperament to the life it will lead.
Your plans
We talk about your family, your experience, your lifestyle and what you hope to share with your future dog.
A considered selection
Our litters remain limited and result from carefully selected pairings designed to meet our breeding objectives.
Observation
The puppies are observed throughout their development to better assess their temperament and natural abilities.
Ongoing support
We help you welcome the dog best suited to your plans and remain available after your puppy leaves us.
Dogs bred to share your life
At home, in the countryside, in training or in the field: our dogs are selected for their versatility and their enthusiasm for sharing an active life with people.
Features & press
Sonia’s work, her breeding programme and her approach to training and selection have been featured in a number of reports and publications.
SEASONS — At the breeding programme
Selection, breeding and a passion for the genuine Working Cocker.
SEASONS — Training with Sonia
An approach based on understanding the dog and allowing its natural qualities to develop.
What our families say
Beyond our own words, the experiences of families who now share their everyday lives with one of our Working Cockers perhaps speak most clearly about our work, our selection and the long-term support we provide.
Je suis absolument ravie de mon working cocker, qui est tout simplement irrésistible.
Elle s’est toujours rendue disponible, et encore aujourd’hui, pour nous accompagner et nous conseiller.
Nous avons un petit working cocker qui aura 2 ans début avril. C’est un chien extraordinaire : foufou, très malin et surtout rempli d’amour.
Il est déjà le meilleur ami de notre petite fille de 7 mois.
More than a puppy,
a journey we build together.
If you are looking for authentic British working lines, carefully selected temperament and genuine guidance in choosing your future dog, we would be delighted to hear about your plans.