I'm Dale M., the breeder behind Castlemar Cavaliers located in Sherman, TX. We are strong advocates of proper breeding practices and run our program accordingly. We breed top-quality Cavaliers. Our mission is to improve the breed through selective breeding and ample health testing. We believe that with the collective efforts of other responsible breeders, we can improve the future of the breed.
Q. & A. with Dale
Why did you start breeding?
We have been reading and showing since 1983.
What makes your program special?
We feel the same qualities are needed for best in home as for best in show!
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Charlie
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Dale
Dale has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Connect with Dale to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Dale may provide a written contract or
health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps
protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you
both have a clear understanding of the terms of your
puppy purchase. If Dale offers a contract
or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them.
If you have any questions or want to know more,
don’t hesitate to reach out to Dale directly.
Castlemar Cavaliers meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Responsible breeding practices
Health of breeding dogs and puppies
Puppy environment and enrichment
Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Dawn, mom
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Dawn
Dawn is a female Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dale decided to make her part of their program. Dale has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Moses, dad
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Moses
Moses is a male Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Dale decided to make him part of their program. Dale has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Castlemar Cavaliers reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.