I'm Sally P., the breeder behind Rising Star Kennels located in Leonard, TX. We treasure each puppy in our program and give them all the attention and care that we possibly can. We work hard so our puppies can leave our home with confidence, ready to take on the world with their new family!
Q. & A. with Sally
Why did you start breeding?
In 1999, thinking of having one or two litters of Yorkies to share the love with our friends and family, our business began. It soon turned into a full time affair, and we have loved and been given more love than we ever knew. We are a unique kennel because we strive to breed only the healthiest dogs of any breed. We are a family dedicated to our animals, and can't imagine a life without them.
What makes your program special?
We are blessed to be able to expand our business by formally partnering with our daughter, Buffy Phipps. She will be a front facing part of our daily operations, as well as the point of contact for current/upcoming litters. She has worked with us on an informal basis for over 10 years and has a very intimate knowledge of every aspect of raising healthy and happy puppies.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Yorkshire Terrier puppies include liver, tan and white, gold, parti, and blue and gold. Great Dane puppies include blue brindle and blue. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies include blenheim, ruby, tri-color, and black and tan. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Snickers
Went home
Male
Stetson
Reserved
Male
Adam
Reserved
Male
Jake
Reserved
Male
Emily
Reserved
Female
Flynn - Reduced!
Went home
Male
Hank - Reduced Price!
Went home
Male
Hugo - Reduced!
Went home
Male
Lulu
Went home
Female
Hudson
Went home
Male
Tyson
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Sally
Sally 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 between $900 - $3,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Price is dependent on breed, markings, and pedigree. All of our puppies come with a two year genetic health guarantee, vet check, current vaccines and de-wormed. Deposits can be applied to another puppy if it is decided the original puppy is not a good fit.”
Contract & health guarantee
Sally 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 Sally 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 Sally directly.
Rising Star 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
Sally P.
Program update on 31 July •
Marshall is developing such a wonderful personality! He is sweet and loving. Perfect companion puppy!
Parent dogs
All breeds
Great Dane
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Yorkshire Terrier
EOS, mom
Great Dane
About EOS
EOS has Blue and Blue Fawn in her pedigree. She is 81.25% European. EOS has a very nice pedigree. She is out of the highly sought after L'Outsaina line of Danes.
Lambo, dad
Great Dane
About Lambo
Lambo has Harlequin and Mantle in his pedigree. He is 100% European and has an outstanding pedigree. He is out of the very desirable SheHad line of Danes.
Angel, mom
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Angel
Angel is a very sweet Blenheim girl. She is affectionate and loyal, and loves to be a part of whatever may be happening. She is AKC registered and out of the desirable Azor line of Cavaliers.
Sunny is a male Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Sally decided to make him part of their program. Sally 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.
Panda, mom
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Panda
Panda is a female Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sally decided to make her part of their program. Sally 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.
Jubilee, mom
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Jubilee
Jubilee is playful with a curious side to her personality. She has a great temperament and is a joy to be around.
Lexus, mom
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Lexus
Lexus is such a sweet and gentle little girl. She loves to run and go for walks. Lexus has been DNA tested and is clear on DM, EF, and CKCSID. She is AKC registered and has an excellent pedigree.
Mateo, dad
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Mateo
Mateo is an energetic and curious dog. He is very smart and quick to learnnew things.
Maverick, dad
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Maverick
Maverick is playful and energetic. He loves to be outside and run, run, run.
Raya, mom
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Raya
Raya is a very gentle and loving lady. She is a great dam to her puppies, and a wonderful friend for us.
Guinny, mom
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Guinny
Guinny is affectionate and lovable. She is curious and has a mischeivous personality.
Marigold, mom
Yorkshire Terrier
About Marigold
Marigold is a vivacious and spirited AKC Gold and White Parti. She likes to run with the wind
Gold Boy, dad
Yorkshire Terrier
About Gold Boy
Gold Barr is an AKC Gold and White Parti and is the ultimate guard dog, he quietly observes until there is a reason to get loud.
Bear, dad
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Bear
Running Bear is a handsome and lively Black and Tan. He is very smart and well mannered. He has an excellent pedigree, with 13 champions in his first three generations.
Legacy, mom
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Legacy
Legacy has to be the waggiest dog ever! She is so happy and loving. She loves to run and play with her friends. She comes from a great lineage, and it shines through in her appearance.
Niblett, dad
Yorkshire Terrier
About Niblett
Niblett is a fun, active and curious AKC Parti Yorkie. He has a very cheerful personality. He really appreciates a yummy treat and a belly rub!
Mocha Coffee Bean, mom
Yorkshire Terrier
About Mocha Coffee Bean
Coffee Bean is a beautiful gold and white little girl. She has a great personality and is a joy to have.
Chocolate Fudge, mom
Yorkshire Terrier
About Chocolate Fudge
Chocolate Fudge is a great girl with loads of personality. She loves to run at full speed! She is very loving and has been an excellent mother to her puppies.
Tiny Dancer, mom
Yorkshire Terrier
About Tiny Dancer
Tiny Dancer is an adorable AKC Parti Yorkie. She comes from two Chocolate parents, although she did not get the chocolate nose. She is hilarious and has excellent non-verbal skills. Her actions say exactly what she wants and it is so funny to watch.
Remy, dad
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Remy
Remy is the quintessential Cavalier. Stately, loving and dedicated. He is AKC registered with a very good pedigree.
Guinny, mom
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Guinny
Guinny is a fun, curious and mischeivious little girl. She has a great personality, very sweet and loving. She is AKC registered and comes from a great line of Cavaliers.
Tex, dad
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Tex
Tex is a funny and friendly AKC Tri Color CKCS. He is DNA tested and is clear on DM, EF and CKCSID. Starry Night of Texas has 2 Grand Champions and 11 Champions in his first three generations.
Abbi, mom
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Abbi
Abbi is a sweet and fun loving AKC Tri Color CKCS. She has an excellent pedigree, with her grandsire placing as a champion. Abbi has been DNA tested and is clear on DM, EF and CKCSID.
Baylee, mom
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Baylee
Baylee is a female Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sally decided to make her part of their program. Sally 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.
Stormy, dad
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Stormy
Stormy is a male Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Sally decided to make him part of their program. Sally 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.
Ethereal Willow, mom
Great Dane
About Ethereal Willow
Ethereal Willow is a female Great Dane. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sally decided to make her part of their program. Sally 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.
Mae Mae, mom
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Mae Mae
Mae Mae is a female Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sally decided to make her part of their program. Sally 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.
Piper, mom
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Piper
Piper is a female Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sally decided to make her part of their program. Sally 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
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Great Dane
Yorkshire Terrier
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Rising Star 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels.
Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary), 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.
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.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Sally to bring home their puppies.
Haley F.
Verified owner · Nov. 2024
I'm so happy that I went with Rising Star Kennels to get my puppy. My little boy is so so well have three weeks at his forever home. Thank you so much for my little boy!
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.