K & M Home Kennels

Karol N.

Breeder of Cocker Spaniels and Poodles

  • De Land, IL

Meet the breeder

I'm Karol N., the breeder behind K & M Home Kennels located in De Land, IL. One of our goals is to raise strong, healthy puppies as part of our family until they go to their forever home. We do Early Neurological Stimulation and expose them to new people, dogs, kids, and sounds! We would love to be a part of your journey in introducing a new beloved companion to your household!

Q. & A. with Karol

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We adore this breed, and starting a breeding program felt like the right decision. We value responsible breeding practices and want to do our part to promote ethical breeding so that Cocker Spaniels will continue to thrive for many generations!
  • What makes your program special?

    When I bring a life into the world, I make sure it gets the best start possible. This includes proper health care and socialization for each puppy, but it starts even earlier than birth. I set my puppies up for success by carefully selecting the parents of each litter for quality. My goal is to choose parents whose genes will bring out the best qualities in each other and produce well-balanced puppies.
  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Poodle puppies are miniature size. Sizes 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 Karol

Karol 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 $400 non-refundable deposit and between $1,100 - $1,400 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Price includes microchip, deworming, first round of vaccinations, socializations and a health guarantee. We have a $400 nonrefundable reservation fee. Puppies are chosen based on the order in which the deposit is received.”

Contract & health guarantee

Karol 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 Karol 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 Karol 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
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in De Land, IL

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Chicago O'Hare Airport

More about Karol

  • Karol has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

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

  • Karol’s links

Karol is a trusted Good Dog breeder

K & M Home 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

All breeds

Poodle

Cocker Spaniel

Parent health testing

Cocker Spaniel

Miniature Poodle

K & M Home 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 Cocker Spaniels.

  • DNA Profile

    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 Karol to bring home their puppies.

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    Dawn F.

    Verified owner · June 2023

    We had a very good experience. we got to see pictures of the puppy and we did a video call and got to see the puppies and pick out our puppy. It was a very good pick up experience and we are so happy to have Cricket joining our family.

    Diane S.

    Verified owner · June 2022

    Karol at K & M Home Kennels was great to work with! We got updates about the litter after they were born and were able to do a video meeting to choose our puppy. We love Scout so much--she fits into our family perfectly!

  • David P.

    Verified owner · June 2022

    Sunny; now known as Kooper, has adjusted well to his new home. He loves his older brother and all the walks he gets to take with him. I would highly recommend K & M Home Kennels for anyone that is looking for a cocker spaniel.

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