Howard
I had a golden retriever when married.
My partner has owned dogs for 32 years and her last springer was exceptional and hence this time a cocker.
she thinks a good starting point for people who have either not owned a dog before or have had a break from dog ownership is the Kennel Club guide
https://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/getting-a-dog-or-puppy/She found the current puppy on Preloved.
Her springer travelled quite happily in the footwell with heating vents off in the mog. It has also travelled well in the footwell of the defender when the back has been filled.
Puppies are very expensive so have a strong drink to hand or a defibrillator when you start looking
Pete
