Royalheart Cavalier King Charles Spaniels

Mike-Lori T.

Breeder of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels

Meet the breeder

I'm Mike-Lori T., the breeder behind Royalheart Cavalier King Charles Spaniels located in Newfane, NY.

Q. & A. with Mike-Lori

  • Why did you start breeding?

    30 years ago we owned our first pet cavalier who had a heart issue & died before the age of 9. During this time I did a lot of research and told my husband this was the most loving and unhealthy dog and once the children were older I wanted to concentrate on making a difference in helping to improve the breed. I have done rescue programs in the past and have several friends in the small breed rescue programs now that I help with placing dogs especially the Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. I also wanted to try and help the breed become stronger and healthier. My hopes for this breed is to eventually have them become more affordable for the average person.

  • What makes your program special?

    The first 4 weeks I basically live in a bedroom with mom & pups. At 4 weeks I socialize/introduce them to the family dogs. At 6+ weeks they are introduced to outside family members, people who are on my list for a puppy and also friends (including senior citizens, special needs, & young children). We have several rooms that are set up for them to have a different view, sounds, and stimuli. They have age appropriate toys, including balance boards, tunnels, music and other types of play time with their pack and with family/friends other than myself. When older they love jumping on & off a bean bag walking up padded stairs (3 steps) and just having fun. At 6 weeks we also start to potty train with a doggie door in a fenced in enclosure. At 8 weeks we introduce bells. Weening is later for Cavaliers so they stay usually until 10-12 weeks with us before they go to their new family home.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include blenheim and tri-color. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Getting a puppy from Mike-Lori

Mike-Lori 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

Connect with Mike-Lori to learn more details about pricing.

“Price includes AKC Registration, Proof of OFA & DNA of parents, Photo, First round of vaccinations, deworming, & puppy socialization. We want to know that you are serious about your new puppy. $250.00 ($150 Cavalier Rescue/$150 St Jude) gets donated. $250.00 will be put towards things I purchase for the puppy to go home with you. Travel crate bedding, doorbells, new toy with littermates scent, food, treats, travel bag with collapsible bowl, colored collar, and more.”

Contract & health guarantee

Mike-Lori 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 Mike-Lori 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 Mike-Lori 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 Mike-Lori.

Breeder's location

Meet in Newfane, NY

299 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Buffalo Niagara Airport

277 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Mike-Lori can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Mike-Lori

  • Club memberships

    Mike-Lori is a member of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels of NENY and Kennel Club of Niagara Falls.

  • Mike-Lori has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years

    Mike-Lori was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

Mike-Lori is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Royalheart Cavalier King Charles Spaniels 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

Royalheart Cavalier King Charles Spaniels 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.

  • Syringomyelia (MRI)

    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.

  • 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).

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