Diamond Valley Ranch

Kathy S.

Breeder of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels

Meet the breeder

I'm Kathy S., the breeder behind Diamond Valley Ranch located in Temecula, CA. I was a vet tech for 14 years in small animal medicine. I understand the responsibility that comes with breeding. I breed healthy, well socialized Cavaliers with European import bloodlines. I show my dogs and seek to better the breed with each litter i produce.

Q. & A. with Kathy

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I bred world champion horses for many years before breeding Cavaliers, and have been breeding cavaliers for over 16 years. understanding conformation (how the animal is put together) is extremely important in pairing successful breeding's and avoiding locomotion issues.

  • What makes your program special?

    I have a veterinary background, multi species breeding background (World Champion horses and Grand Champion and Champion cavaliers). Breeding is an art, a science and requires understanding of disease and veterinary concepts, so my many years of veterinary technician experience is very useful in what i do.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include blenheim, ruby, black and tan, and tri-color. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Getting a puppy from Kathy

Kathy 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

Puppy prices include a $750 non-refundable deposit and $3,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.

"price includes one year health guarantee, first two vaccines, deworming, AKC papers, vet exam with vet paperwork, and a puppy pack that includes toys, treats, food and blanket that smells like mom! "

Contract & health guarantee

Kathy 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 Kathy 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 Kathy 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
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Registration
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kathy.

Breeder's location

Meet in Temecula, CA

5769 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at LAX

5791 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Kathy can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Kathy

  • Club memberships

    Kathy is a member of San Diego Cavalier Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Blue Ribbon Breeder , CHIC Certified, Avidog Transformational Puppy Rearing, Whelping and Medical Intervention Course Completed (AKC), Royal Canin Crown Breeder, American Kennel Club Canine College, Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • Kathy has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year

    Kathy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

  • Kathy’s links

Kathy is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Diamond Valley Ranch 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Diamond Valley Ranch 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.

  • Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary)

    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.

  • 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 (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.

  • Episodic Falling Syndrome (EFS), DNA Disease Panel, Dry Eye Curly Coat Syndrome (CKSID)

    Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).

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