Panache Puppies

Tara H.

Breeder of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels

  • Medford, WI

Meet the breeder

I'm Tara H., the breeder behind Panache Puppies located in Medford, WI. Panache Puppies has 1-2 litters per year, giving each litter all the attention it deserves, doing everything we can so each puppy has the best possible start to life. We’re proud of the healthy, affectionate, and behaviorally well-rounded puppies we raise for other families to love!

Q. & A. with Tara

  • Why did you start breeding?

    After becoming interested in the breed I found out how difficult it can be to sort out who is doing the appropriate testing. I purchased my first breeding dog with hopes that she would pass all of her health testing and I could breed her to an appropriate stud, creating a line of healthy Cavaliers who would be wonderful family pets.

  • What makes your program special?

    My dam has appropriate health testing and has passed her AKC Canine Good Citizen testing. Since we're small, I'm able to put the appropriate time into caring for each litter and communicating with their future families.

  • 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.

Getting a puppy from Tara

Tara 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 $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Price includes AKC registration, health warranty, age appropriate vaccinations and deworming.”

Contract & health guarantee

Tara 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 Tara 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 Tara 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
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Medford, WI

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Minneapolis–St. Paul /Wold-Chamberlain Airport

Flexible meeting point

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

More about Tara

  • Tara has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 year

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

  • Tara’s links

Tara is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Panache Puppies 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

Panache Puppies 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.

  • 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 Tara to bring home their puppies.

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    Dave P.

    Verified owner · July 2025

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    We had a truly wonderful experience working with Tara. From the very beginning, she was communicative, supportive, and clearly passionate about her dogs. She kept us updated regularly with photos, videos, and notes about the puppies' milestones, which made the waiting period exciting and reassuring. This was our family's first dog, and thanks to Tara, the entire process felt smooth, thoughtful, and joyful. Our puppy, Ladybug, is incredibly outgoing, affectionate, and well-socialized — a testament to the love and care Tara puts into raising her litters. Ladybug has been the perfect addition to our family, and we have no doubt that Tara's dedication played a huge role in shaping such a sweet and confident little pup. We’re so grateful and would highly recommend working with her.

  • Kimberly S.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2025

    Tara was a pleasure to work with, and continually gave updates on the pups until they were available for pick up! Her communication was always timely with me throughout the process! We adopted Douglas, who is just the sweetest pup! He was super easy to crate train at night, and is learning things so fast! My family and I couldn't be happier with this little guy!

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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.