Whiteriver Cavaliers

Teresa S.

Breeder of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels

  • Hesperia, MI
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Teresa S., the breeder behind Whiteriver Cavaliers located in Hesperia, MI. We are proud of our Champions and our pet owners who have gone through the training with their Cavaliers to become wonderful Therapy Dogs! Our Cavaliers are registered AKC.

Q. & A. with Teresa

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I have always loved dogs and had an interest in breeding. When my children were young we would attend an occasional dog show, that is where I fell in love with the Cavalier! At that time I was working full time but knew they would be in my future. When I started showing I knew I wanted to breed. I love the showing, planning a breeding and especially the puppies!

  • What makes your program special?

    I love researching pedigrees, I breed toward good health, temperament, structure and a lovely soft look. I health test for problems in the breed including MRI testing. At any time an owner is not able to keep their dog I have it in my contract I will always take a dog back. Our puppies go to their new home with a vet checkup, first vaccine and micro chipped.

  • 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 Teresa

Teresa 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 $1,000 deposit and between $3,000 - $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

"Our puppies go to their new homes, AKC registered, Vet checked, dewormed, microchipped and first vaccine. deposits aren’t placed till you have been contacted that we have confirmed puppies."

Contract & health guarantee

Teresa 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 Teresa 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 Teresa 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
      • 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
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Hesperia, MI

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Gerald R. Ford Airport

Meet in Grand Rapids, MI

More about Teresa

  • Club memberships

    Teresa is a member of American Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club and Great Lakes Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Teresa has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

    Teresa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Teresa’s links

Teresa is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Whiteriver 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

Excellent level

Whiteriver 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.

  • Brucellosis, 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.

  • Dry Eye Curly Coat Syndrome (CKSID), Episodic Falling Syndrome (EFS), Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Muscular Dystrophy (CKCS-MD)

    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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