Summer Cavaliers
- Troy, MI
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Available puppies
Katlin
Ready now
3 months old · Female
Boy 1
Ready now
3 months old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm David R., the breeder behind Summer Cavaliers located in Troy, MI. I only breed dogs that have passed extensive health testing. All the parents have had an MRI to test for Syringomyleia. Our dogs are bred for health and temperament with the focus on conformation, athleticism, and intelligence. I am dedicated to providing families with wonderful family, healthy Cavaliers.
Q. & A. with David
Why did you start breeding?
I only a breed litter when I need something to show. I would consider myself an occasional breeder. Someone who breeds on a rare occasion.What makes your program special?
I do all the health testing. My dogs get an MRI to test for Syringomyleia. Currently all my females are grade 0 which means they do not have Syringomyleia.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are 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 David
David 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the first round of vaccinations, microchip implant, AKC registration papers, vet checked with documentation, dewormed, puppy starter kit, sales, contract, parents health testing. All of our puppies are the same price regardless of color or size. The price includes registration, microchip, first round of vaccinations, vet check, etc.”
Contract & health guarantee
David 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 David 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 David 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
- Car rides
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Puppy starter kit
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from David.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Troy, MI
More about David
Club memberships
David is a member of Cavalier club of Canada.
Certifications & recognitions
Professional Handler, AKC Breeder of Merit, American Kennel Club Canine College.
David has been a member of Good Dog for 3 months
David was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
David’s links
David is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Summer 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
Mallory, mom
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Mallory
Mallory is owned by me. Mallory is a Canadian kennel champion. She is halfway towards her grand champion. She is a United kennel club champion. Mallory has been extensively health tested. She’s had an echocardiogram by a cardiologist veterinarian to check for a murmur. She does not have one. She’s had her eyes checked by a ophthalmologist veterinarian. Her eyes are good. She’s had her hips and patella’s x-rayed by an OFA veterinarian. They are good. She has had an MRI to check for syringomyelia by a radiologist veterinarian. She is grade 0. Hhhhh
Mallory, mom
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
About Mallory
Mallory is a Canadian club champion. She is halfway towards her grand champion. She is a United kennel club champion. She has been extensively health tested, including an MRI for syringomyelia and the results were grade 0. She had an echocardiogram by a cardiologist veterinarian, and she has no murmur. She had her hips and patella x-rayed by an OFA veterinarian and the results were good. She had her eyes examined by an ophthalmologist veterinarian and the results were good. Her DNA has been sent in to AKC. She has passed all health tests. She comes from a very healthy line of caval
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Summer 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.
Syringomyelia (MRI), 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).
