Dukes Forever Doodles

Kensington D.

Breeder of Cavachons and Cavapoos

  • Knoxville, TN
  • Responds within a few days

Available puppies

Cove

Ready now

6 months old · Male

Upcoming litters

Rocket
Poppy

Expected Cavapoo litter

Due Jan. 2026

Ready Apr. 12, 2026
Rocket
Ember

Planned Cavapoo litter

Due Jan. 2026

Ready Apr. 2026

Meet the breeder

I'm Kensington D., the breeder behind Dukes Forever Doodles located in Knoxville, TN. At Duke’s Forever Doodles, we are dedicated to raising the best, most well-rounded, and healthy Doodles. We truly have a passion for breeding loving, social, and intelligent companions that seamlessly become part of your family. We follow the Puppy Culture program to ensure each puppy is exposed to early socialization, enrichment activities, and training foundations, setting them up for a lifetime of confidence and adaptability. Our puppies are raised in a loving home environment, not a kennel, and are handled daily with care and intention. When you bring home a puppy from Duke’s Forever Doodles, you’re not just getting a pet—you’re gaining a lifelong family member. We can’t wait for you to join our Duke’s Forever Doodles family and emBARK on this incredible journey together!

Q. & A. with Kensington

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I first got into breeding through my mom, who raised puppies when I was growing up. I was always hands-on—helping care for the dogs, learning the day-to-day needs of raising puppies, and seeing firsthand how much love and responsibility it takes. Those early experiences planted the seed for what would one day become a passion of my own. Years later, my husband Gage and I began raising Cavaliers together. We fell in love with the breed’s sweet temperament and family-friendly nature. When we found out we were expecting our son, we decided to take a step back to focus on our growing family. But the love for dogs never left us—and once we settled into parenthood, we knew we wanted to raise our son alongside puppies, just like I had experienced. Now, we’ve chosen to focus on Cavapoos—combining the gentle, loving nature of the Cavalier with the intelligence and hypoallergenic coat of the Poodle. It’s been such a meaningful way to blend our love for dogs with our life as parents, and we’re so excited to share that joy with other families through our program.

  • What makes your program special?

    Our program is built on intention, heart, and a deep commitment to doing things the right way from the start. We are extremely selective about the dogs we bring into our program—choosing only those with excellent temperaments, strong structure, and health-tested backgrounds. We believe that a solid foundation is everything, and that starts with healthy, well-balanced parents. Every pairing is carefully planned, not just to produce adorable puppies, but to ensure that each one is set up for a lifetime of health, stability, and love. We’re not here to breed as many puppies as possible—we’re here to raise exceptional companions who bring joy to their future families. What also makes us unique is our home-based, family-centered approach. Our dogs live with us—not in kennels—and are raised alongside our young son, making them incredibly well-socialized and used to everyday life from day one. We’re hands-on every step of the way, giving each puppy the attention, structure, and early experiences they need to grow into confident, loving dogs. We pour our hearts into this work and are proud to offer families not just a puppy, but a truly thoughtful and well-prepared addition to their lives.

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Cavapoo puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.

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

    Cavapoo puppies include merle, tri-color, red, blenheim, and apricot. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Kensington

Kensington 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $3,500 - $4,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Our Cavapoos are priced between $3,500 and $5,000, depending on coat type, color, and structure. This range reflects the quality, care, and intention behind every puppy we raise. All of our parent dogs are genetically health tested, and we are deeply committed to producing healthy, well-rounded puppies from solid, thoughtfully chosen lines. Each puppy is raised in our home with daily love, early socialization, and enrichment activities tailored to their development. Before going home, puppies receive age-appropriate vaccinations, routine deworming, a vet check, and go home with a health guarantee and a personalized puppy pack to make the transition smooth. We are currently placing all puppies in pet homes only under a spay/neuter agreement, unless otherwise discussed with and approved by us for responsible breeding purposes. We are committed to protecting the future of our lines and only consider breeding homes that align with our values. We’re proud to raise exceptional Cavapoos who are not only beautiful, but healthy, happy, and prepared for life as loving companions. We require a $500 non-refundable deposit to reserve a puppy or secure a spot on our waitlist. This deposit goes toward the total purchase price and ensures that your puppy is held just for you. We take our commitment to each family seriously, and accepting a deposit allows us to plan accordingly while keeping things fair and organized for everyone involved. Deposits are accepted only after an application is approved and we’ve had a chance to connect to ensure it’s the right fit on both sides. Puppies are chosen in the order deposits are received, typically around 5–6 weeks of age, once personalities have started to develop. We’re happy to help guide families toward a puppy that best suits their lifestyle and preferences.”

Contract & health guarantee

Kensington 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 Kensington 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 Kensington 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
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Knoxville, TN

4485 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at McGhee Tyson Airport

4481 miles away

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Meet in New York, NY

3853 miles away

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More about Kensington

  • Kensington has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years

    Kensington was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Kensington’s links

Kensington is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Dukes Forever Doodles 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

All breeds

Poodle

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Dukes Forever Doodles 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 Cavapoos.

  • 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.

  • Full Embark Panel

    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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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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