What began with 9 surrendered Cocker Spaniels in May has grown into an urgent and ongoing rescue mission—and we need your help to finish what we’ve started.
In the first round, we welcomed nine breeder-released dogs into our care. They arrived timid, under-socialized, and in need of everything—dental work, spay/neuter surgeries, vaccinations, and patient love. Thanks to our community of supporters, they’re now safe and on the path to recovery.
But the journey isn’t over.
We are preparing to bring in 11 more dogs this June and 7 more in July, all from the same breeder. While we have fosters ready to welcome them, we now face a significant financial need to provide the medical care and rehabilitation these dogs deserve.
👉 Please donate today to help cover the cost of surgeries, dental procedures, vaccinations, and ongoing care. Every gift gives these dogs a chance to heal and find their forever families.
27 dogs from the same breeding facility
Dozens of spay/neuters, dentals, and vaccinations
Painful dental neglect requiring urgent treatment
Transport costs, grooming, medications, and recovery support
Emotional rehabilitation with fosters across the Rocky Mountain region
Every donation — no matter the size—goes directly to their care. Whether it's $15 for a vaccine or $250 for a dental surgery, you are making freedom possible.
With the original Cherokee 9 now safe in loving foster homes, we’re preparing for the arrival of 11 more dogs in June and 7 in July. These dogs—ranging from 6-month-old puppies to 6-year-old adults—have spent their lives in cages, but soon, they’ll know freedom.
While we don’t yet have their photos, we know their names, ages, and breeds—and we know they need your help. Veterinary care, dental cleanings, spay/neuter surgeries, and emotional rehabilitation are just the beginning.
These resilient survivors are coming to us from the harsh reality of a breeder mill, and their journey to a brighter future starts now. But we can't make it happen without you.
For years, these gentle souls endured a stark existence in cages, their sole purpose to produce litter after litter.
They knew no soft touch, no cozy bed, no names whispered with affection. This is the heartbreaking reality for far too many dogs trapped in this cruel industry.
Behind every puppy mill litter is a mother dog whose body has paid the price.
Female dogs used for breeding in mills are often forced to produce litter after litter, with no time to physically recover. This repeated stress leads to serious long-term health issues, many of which are entirely preventable with proper care.
Common health impacts include:
Mammary Tumors: Unspayed females bred continuously face a significantly higher risk of mammary (breast) cancer, especially as they age.
Uterine Infections (Pyometra): A life-threatening condition common in older, unspayed females.
Hernias and Prolapse: Due to repeated pregnancies and deliveries with no medical oversight.
Malnourishment: Nutritional depletion from pregnancy after pregnancy, with no dietary support.
Untreated Complications: Many suffer quietly from issues like infections, stillborn litters, or complications during labor—all without ever seeing a vet.
These dogs are not just emotionally shut down, they are often medically fragile by the time they come to us.
Take Sandy, one of the Cherokee 9. At 11 years old, she came to us shy and reserved. During her spay surgery, we discovered and removed mammary tumors—a direct consequence of her years as a breeding mother with no preventive care. Sandy is now on her healing journey, finally experiencing the gentle care she always deserved.
👉 Your support helps us provide this essential medical treatment—giving these girls the dignity and health they were long denied.
*This is Sandy's tummy after her mammary tumors were removed.
Now, these Cocker Spaniels have a chance. A chance to feel the warmth of the sun on their silky fur, the softness of a loving hand, and the simple joy of being a cherished companion. But their journey to healing and happiness requires significant support.
Bringing these dogs from a life of neglect into rescue is a significant undertaking. The immediate needs are extensive, and that's where your compassion comes in. Take a look at the average expenses we anticipate for these survivors:
Let's come together as a community and show them what it truly means to be cherished. Their journey from captive to cherished starts now – and you can be a vital part of it.
Thank you for opening your heart and helping us give these deserving Cockers their second chance at life.
Breeder Dogs: What You Need to KnowAdopting one of these dogs is a profound act of compassion. But it's not for everyone. We want you to go into this with open eyes and a full heart. Here's what to expect:
With patience, routine, and kindness, these dogs transform. And witnessing that transformation is something you’ll never forget.
These dogs are especially seeking:
All fosters and/or adopters will receive support, guidance, and veterinary care coverage through Rocky Mountain Cocker Rescue.
It's easy to imagine a happy, playful puppy when you think of a dog. But for countless breeding dogs in puppy mills, the reality is far different. Here's a glimpse into the routine hardships they can endure:
Confinement and Caging:
Lack of Basic Care:
Emotional and Social Deprivation:
The Cycle of Neglect:
What You Can Do:
By understanding the harsh realities of puppy mill life, we can all work together to break the cycle of neglect and ensure that every dog has the chance to live a happy and healthy life.
