I'm Theresa O., the breeder behind Heartland Cavaliers located in Otsego, MN. We breed and raise quality Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. They are loved and cuddled daily by my husband and I and our 5 children! We strive to raise puppies that are healthy and happy. We treasure each puppy and give them constant love and affection! Each of our dogs are a part of the family!
Q. & A. with Theresa
Why did you start breeding?
Ever since I left the veterinary field I missed taking care of clients pets. I came to the realization that I still could do that from my home and with my children, but in just a different kind of way! By giving puppies a good start and sending them off to loving homes.
What makes your program special?
I strive to provide happy healthy puppies! We do all the recommended health testing. But above all I think our dogs truly have the best life! We live on a farm with lots of room to run and play and go on daily golf cart rides!:) And in the summer we love to spend most of our time at the cabin! To play at the beach and go for long wilderness walks! Our dogs are very happy…and they are so lovable!❤️
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.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Romeo
Went home
Male
River
Went home
Male
Juliet
Went home
Female
Bingo
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Theresa
Theresa 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes guarantee, AKC limited registration, vet check, first round of shots and dewormer, microchip, and puppy socialization. I collect deposits 2 weeks after puppies are born.”
Contract & health guarantee
Theresa 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 Theresa 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 Theresa directly.
Heartland 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
Archer, dad
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Archer
Archer is a male Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Theresa decided to make him part of their program. Theresa 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.
Polly, mom
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Polly
Polly is a female Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Theresa decided to make her part of their program. Theresa 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.
Poppy, mom
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Poppy
Poppy is a beautiful, gentle, easy going girl! We love her to pieces!
Fergus, dad
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Fergus
Fergus is a male Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Theresa decided to make him part of their program. Theresa 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
Great level
Heartland 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.
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.
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).