Through the years we have acquired several Cavalier King Charles Spaniels...all are cherished pets;
however we do breed a few of them selectively.
Before we breed our Cavalier King Charles Spaniels we update their health certifications with the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) and take pride in producing the healthiest puppies possible.
Temperament is very important to us here at Cruisin Cavaliers. Temperament is not only handed down to puppies from the parents, it can also be influenced by the breeder. We spend a great deal of time with our Cavalier puppies on a daily basis socializing them and introducing them to knew experiences in order to ensure they are each well rounded and socially capable of handling a wide variety of situations.
Handling begins the minute a Cavalier puppy is born and detailed records are kept all along the way while the litter is being raised. Since we breed in hopes of obtaining a show prospect we must treat each Cavalier puppy from day one as if it might be the next show ring king or queen.
Since we cannot keep them all we are very careful about when and with whom we place our Cavalier puppies. We allow our Cavalier puppies to go to their new homes after 10 weeks of age. Sometimes a few Cavalier puppies in each litter will be kept longer for further evaluating. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies that stay with us longer will receive all needed shots at age appropriate times along with house training. We also begin training classes with our Cavalier puppies we keep past 12 weeks of age so getting a Cavalier puppy that is a little older can have added benefits. Cavalier puppies that are kept longer attend puppy classes and they are encouraged to work with other class participants. By working with other class participants and trading dogs/puppies around and having different people handling them gives them a huge advantage in obtaining socializing skills that many puppies do miss when they are adopted at 10 weeks of age if their new adoptive family does not take advantage of puppy classes. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels that miss out on puppy classes can endure more stress as an adult if you take them on an outing or to the vet. Cavaliers that are kept at home and have the companionship of the immediate family only can actually over time become withdrawn or bark a lot at strangers or visitors coming over to visit. Puppies go through a critical stage of development between 10 - 16 weeks and must be raised in an environment where their adoptive family is thinking and doing things that will benefit the puppy as an adult...Imprinting.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are nicknamed the "Comfort Spaniel" for their deep desire to snuggle and comfort their family. Once you have owned a Cavalier, I am sure you will agree that no other breed can compare to this small package of wonder...they are indeed an incredible breed...always happy, joyous, playful, loving, and eager to please. In my opinion they are incredible little dogs and I have found it very hard to stop collecting them...all of my fur babies are very special to me and I adore their loyalty and comfort they are always so eager to show me each and every day. |
