Storycrest Cavaliers

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Sara J.

Breeder of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels

  • Winchester, KY

Meet the breeder

I'm Sara J., the breeder behind Storycrest Cavaliers located in Winchester, KY. At Storycrest, we believe a Cavalier is not only a dog, but a companion whose story begins here—and continues in the hearts of the families they join. As a stay-at-home mom with school aged children, our puppies grow up surrounded by daily family life—laughter, activity, and gentle hands. They are never raised in kennels, but right in our living spaces, where they become accustomed to the rhythms of a real home.

Q. & A. with Sara

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My first Cavalier completely won me over and started my lifelong admiration for the breed. Years later, Zoey—our sweet and graceful girl—deepened that love and inspired me to begin StoryCrest Cavaliers. Her gentle nature and intuitive bond with our family made me realize I wanted to help others experience the same kind of companionship. Breeding became a way to honor that connection—to carefully preserve the breed’s health, temperament, and timeless charm while helping each puppy find the home they were meant for.

  • What makes your program special?

    StoryCrest Cavaliers is built on devotion—to health, temperament, and heart. Our dogs are raised in a loving home environment, never in kennels, and every puppy is handled and socialized daily from birth. We focus on producing Cavaliers who are not only beautiful, but emotionally well-balanced and ready to become cherished companions. Health is at the core of our program: we follow responsible breeding practices, prioritize genetic and cardiac testing, and work closely with trusted veterinarians. But what truly sets us apart is the story we nurture in each puppy—the gentle care, the first moments of discovery, and the love woven into their early days. Every StoryCrest Cavalier carries a piece of our heart and home into their new family’s story.

  • 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.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Sara

Sara 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 $1,700 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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Contract & health guarantee

Sara 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 Sara 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 Sara 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Winchester, KY

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Louisville Airport (Standiford Field)

Meet in Lexington, KY

More about Sara

  • Sara has been a member of Good Dog for 5 months

    Sara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

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Sara is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Storycrest 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

Great level

Storycrest 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.

  • 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.

  • Vet Wellness Exam

    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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Sara to bring home their puppies.

  • Mariea E.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2026

    Working with Sara was such a great experience. She answered all my questions with patience and really took the time to understand what the best fit for our family would be. Her commitment to health testing and responsible breeding was evident throughout the process. Barley came home well-socialized, confident, and ready to be part of the family. He's been wonderful with our other dog, Penny, and has settled in beautifully. Sara was spot-on when she suggested Barley would be a good match for us - he's exactly the gentle, loving companion we were hoping for. I'd highly recommend Sara to anyone looking for a healthy, well-raised Cavalier from a breeder who genuinely cares about her dogs and the families they go to!

  • Melissa L.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2026

    Sara was so nice to work with and answered every question I had. Our pup is perfect and transitioned into our home very easy. He is in perfect health. She sends a bag with them with all the paperwork, blanket with mom’s smell, food, and toys.

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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.