Reynolds Farms Cavaliers

Kate R.

Breeder of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels

Meet the breeder

I'm Kate R., the breeder behind Reynolds Farms Cavaliers located in Lincoln, AL. My puppies are hand raised in my home. They are part of the family and are loved constantly while they are with us. They are AKC, DNA and OFA tested to have the best possible temperament and health. We want to make sure we are doing our part to only breed healthy and happy dogs for loving homes. I look forward to working with you. Prior to approval, I require a phone conversation with future families. Good wishes and Cavie kisses, Kate.

Q. & A. with Kate

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I love my Cavaliers and thought it would be something fun and rewarding. I know how much joy my dogs bring to me, I wanted to breed the best possible puppies for other families to enjoy.

  • What makes your program special?

    I am passionate about Cavaliers and feel that hand-raised puppies in my home, who are involved with our daily life; the sounds of vacuums, TV, talking, the smell of cooking, cleaning, being rocked, held, and sang to as well as the love and care; I put into health tested, well adjusted and socialized puppies. We also use a program called Puppy Culture for proper socialization. I require a phone conversation with all future puppy parents in order to move forward with application process. We also send our puppies home with Trupanion Health insurance.

  • 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 Kate

Kate has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

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.

“The price includes AKC limited registration, first shots, worming, socialization, beginning potty training, and a one-year health guarantee from a life-threatening genetic defect. We use a program called Puppy Culture to enrich and train them from birth. So you are assured of a healthy, well-adjusted, and socialized puppy. A $500 deposit once the puppies are born and doing well. The payment go towards the purchase price of the puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Kate 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 Kate 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 Kate 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
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Lincoln, AL

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta Airport

More about Kate

  • Club memberships

    Kate is a member of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club, USA.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    American Kennel Club Canine College, Puppy Culture Breeder.

  • Kate has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

    Kate was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

Kate is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Reynolds Farms 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Reynolds Farms 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.

  • 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.

  • Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • 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.

  • Brucellosis

    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.

  • GenSol Diagnostics DNA Testing, Full Embark Panel, Dry Eye Curly Coat Syndrome (CKSID), Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Muscular Dystrophy (CKCS-MD), Episodic Falling Syndrome (EFS), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)

    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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