⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five stars doesn’t feel like enough — exceptional from start to finish, and the very best people to get a dog from.
And for any men trying to convince the other half to let you have a dog, just bring them to David. I’ve seen him work his magic first-hand!
Nothing but positive experiences with Countryways. From the moment you arrive, you’re basically in dog heaven. The setting is beautiful, and everywhere you look there are happy, well-behaved, beautifully cared-for dogs. It’s immediately obvious why David and Andrea have such a fantastic reputation.
David is an absolute laugh and knows his dogs and bloodlines inside out. From the moment you walk into their home, you’re made to feel welcome and greeted by dogs wanting fuss and attention. He takes the time to explain everything you need to know, answer any questions, and lets you spend plenty of time cuddling and getting to know the puppies.
Andrea also took time out of her busy schedule to send us regular updates and photos of the litter and kept us informed every step of the way, which made the whole process feel personal and exciting.
We gave David and Andrea a brief on what we were looking for and left the final judgement to them. Naturally, we all have favourites based on looks, but they understand their lines like no one else and matched us with our puppy based on temperament and suitability for our lifestyle. I’d strongly recommend leaning into that expertise, because they genuinely know what they’re talking about.
Special mention has to go to Bear, the fluffiest and friendliest resident “security guard” you’ll ever meet! He’s always keeping an eye on things and making sure all the puppies are safe. You’ll recognise him from their Instagram.
What really stood out was how much care and thought goes into every aspect of raising and placing these dogs. The mums are with their pups and are clearly exceptionally well looked after.
The paperwork side of things is spot on too. Everything is organised, explained properly, and you leave with complete confidence that you’ve got everything you need. We received docking certificates, Kennel Club ownership paperwork, a vet health check carried out just days before collection, worming schedules, vaccination certificates, microchip registration transferred into our name along with the original packaging, and some really useful guides for new owners. It’s incredibly reassuring and shows just how much effort goes into setting both the puppies and their new families up for success.
Given the outstanding pedigree of these dogs, I’ve decided to give our springer spaniel pup the chance to prepare for field trials in case he turns out to be a prospect. I’ve never trialled before, but I want to give him every opportunity — and David was genuinely keen to help, even offering to put me in touch with people he could recommend locally. That willingness to keep supporting owners long after collection says everything you need to know about the people behind Countryways.
Collection day was just as great. There were other families collecting their puppies too, and while we were signing all the paperwork, the pups from separate litters got to play together in the same room before heading off to their new homes. It was brilliant to watch, and it definitely made the journey home that little bit easier.
A big shout out to Becky, Nico, Andrea and David, and any other members of the team we’ve missed. Every single one of you has been an absolute pleasure to deal with, and your passion and care really shine through.
More than anything, we’re just so excited for what’s ahead. Bringing this little one home is the start of something special, and we honestly can’t wait to get stuck in and raise our new best mate.
Absolutely brilliant people, fantastic dogs, and an experience that couldn’t have been better. We’d return without hesitation for any future pup. Highly recommended. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
