Rhapsody Cavaliers
Meet the breeder
I'm Shelly F., the breeder behind Rhapsody Cavaliers located in San Tan Valley, AZ. I have served on the board of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club of Central Arizona for 13 years, and currently (September 2023) I manage our all breed health clinics that occur 3 times a year. I am a member of the American Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club (which is the AKC Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Parent Club) and a member of the CKCSC-USA. I am committed to health, temperament, and quality in my cavaliers. I health test annually with board-certified veterinary specialists.
Q. & A. with Shelly
Why did you start breeding?
I started off with two cavaliers as pets. After moving to Arizona in2005 I bought my first show potential Cavalier, joined the Cavalier Club, and have been showing and breeding cavaliers ever since.What makes your program special?
Breeding for health and temperament is a given. What I pride myself on is the time and effort I spend on each puppy to make them a well adjusted and socialized puppy. I litter box train them, and pretty much follow the "puppy culture" program so that when they go to their new homes the transition is easy and pleasant for the puppy and their new family.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are blenheim. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Shelly
Shelly 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 $2,000 deposit and $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“We only sell puppies on restricted registration. All our puppies are sold as "family pets" for $4,000.00. Your deposit is your commitment to us; and it is our commitment to you. We are not unreasonable...if you can not purchase the puppy due to unforseen circumstances such as health or natural disaster, of course the deposit is refundable.”
Contract & health guarantee
Shelly 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 Shelly 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 Shelly 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 Shelly.
Breeder’s location
Meet in San Tan Valley, AZ
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
More about Shelly
Club memberships
Shelly is a member of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club, USA and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club of Central Arizona.
Certifications & recognitions
American Kennel Club Canine College, Puppy Culture Breeder.
Shelly has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Shelly was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Shelly’s links
Shelly is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Rhapsody 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Rhapsody 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.
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.
Dry Eye Curly Coat Syndrome (CKSID), Episodic Falling Syndrome (EFS)
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).
