Gem State Precious Cavaliers LLC

  • Caldwell, ID
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Tina S., the breeder behind Gem State Precious Cavaliers LLC located in Caldwell, ID. We are dedicated to always providing our buyers and our puppies with a positive experience, which includes remaining committed to responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, and rehoming our puppies.

Q. & A. with Tina

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We were given a dog by a dear friend unfortunately it came from a puppy mill and had every possible thing you could think of wrong with her. We had her 7 beautiful years until her condition took her from us. This made us decide to breed and breed for Health ! My disabled daughter said she wants a legacy of healthy Cavaliers as she can't have babies .
  • What makes your program special?

    We breed from home. They are born in my bedroom ! We test our dogs every year. We breed for the betterment of the breed. My daughter Angelina has William Syndrome one upon a time we couldn’t afford a puppy and someone gave her one. We pay it forward every year by giving a dog totally free to a person with special needs.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include blenheim, tri-color, and black and tan. 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 Tina

Tina 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 $2,500 - $4,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes one year health guarantee.,first set of shots, microchip option of AKC membership. Puppy starter kit. $500 in major circumstances it can be returned.”

Contract & health guarantee

Tina 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 Tina 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 Tina 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
      • 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
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • AKC registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Caldwell, ID

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Boise Airport (Boise Air Terminal) (Gowen Field)


Meet in Pullman, WA

More about Tina

  • Tina has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    Tina was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

Tina is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Gem State Precious Cavaliers LLC 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Gem State Precious Cavaliers LLC 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

    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.

  • Syringomyelia (MRI)

    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.

  • DNA Disease 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Tina to bring home their puppies.

  • Leann K.

    Verified owner · June 2025

    Tina was great to work with. She called me right away and we chatted via video so I could see both girls and decide together which would best for my lifestyle. She agreed with my original pick but it was a hard decision for sure. When I met my little girl, she was loveable and gentle. We took a looking to each other immediately. I traveled to pick her up and Tina set us up for a successful journey back home. The first very check I had with her went well and she's been nothing but a joy for the 2 weeks I've had her. Can't imagine my life without her ever again. She's playful and cuddly and hasn't barked but has the cutest playful growl with her toys. 😊 I would highly recommend working with Tina to anyone who is looking for a well adjusted, playful, and gently Cavalier. Thank you, Tina, for my amazing new furbaby. She's perfect!!

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    Elyseus A.

    Verified owner · July 2023

    I am so happy I found Tina Smith! My puppy is so beautiful and sweet! This was my first time purchasing a puppy of my own and the experience was great! She was very helpful, she was kind, and the process of getting my puppy here to me was great as well! You can tell that she puts love and warmth into raising her puppies. My family loves our puppy and we’re all very happy! Overall this was a great experience and I would definitely suggest getting a cavalier from her!

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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.

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.

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.