Cave Canis Kennels
- Hendersonville, NC
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Kata M., the breeder behind Cave Canis Kennels located in Hendersonville, NC. We breed top, versatile Wirehaired Vizslas. Our dogs have passing health scores & are active, proven hunters. Our puppies begin with ENS and Puppy Head Start program. They're potty/crate & recall trained - giving them a confident, well-rounded foundation for both home and field.
Q. & A. with Kata
Why did you start breeding?
I got into breeding because I care deeply about preserving the Wirehaired Vizsla as a truly versatile dog. I became very particular about health, structure, and temperament, and instead of just owning great dogs, I wanted to thoughtfully produce them. Breeding allows me to contribute to the future of the breed, not just enjoy it.What makes your program special?
Working with aggressive cases inspired me to dive deeper into puppy development and early learning. Through my research, I created a comprehensive program that combines the Bio Sensor/ENS protocol with a structured Puppy Head Start program. This thoughtful foundation is designed to build confident, resilient, and well-balanced “super puppies” from the very beginning.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are golden rust. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Kata
Kata has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Kata partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“We carefully evaluate puppies from week 5 for temperament and 6-7 weeks for drive and natural ability. After talking to our puppy family almost daily to see what they are looking for in their puppy, we match them up with their dog.”
Price
“AKC registered with AKC Lifetime Reunite, Microchipped, Vaccinated, Dewormed, Vaccination record, Puppy starter kit - toys, blankets, puppy development and training tips. Deposits are due when pregnancy is confirmed.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kata 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 Kata 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 Kata directly.
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What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kata.
Breeder's location
Meet in Hendersonville, NC
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Charlotte Douglas Airport
Meet in Greenville, SC
More about Kata
Club memberships
Kata is a member of Saluda River NAVHDA Chapter, AKC, North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association (NAVHDA), and Wirehaired Vizsla Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, CHIC Certified, Associate Dog Trainer, Puppy Culture Breeder, Canine Behavioral Consultant Certificate (e-Training for Dogs), AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.
Kata has been a member of Good Dog for 6 months
Kata was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Kata is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Cave Canis Kennels 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
Rokka, mom
Wirehaired Vizsla
About Rokka
Rokka is a female Wirehaired Vizsla. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kata decided to make her part of their program. Kata 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.
Oszkar, dad
Wirehaired Vizsla
About Oszkar
Oszkar is a male Wirehaired Vizsla. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kata decided to make him part of their program. Kata 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.
Harmat, mom
Wirehaired Vizsla
About Harmat
Harmat is a female Wirehaired Vizsla. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kata decided to make her part of their program. Kata 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.
Akac, mom
Wirehaired Vizsla
About Akac
Akac is a female Wirehaired Vizsla. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kata decided to make her part of their program. Kata 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.
Aszu, dad
Wirehaired Vizsla
About Aszu
Aszu is a male Wirehaired Vizsla. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kata decided to make him part of their program. Kata 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
Great level
Cave Canis Kennels 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 Wirehaired Vizslas.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
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.
Vet Wellness Exam
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
