We are situated in the Illawarra, NSW.

About us:- From as early as I can remember, animals have always been a part of my life.  My parents tell of a faithful cocker spaniel they had when I was a baby.  He would sit beside me at the beach when my parents went in for a swim, growling ferociously at anyone who ventured too close.  And when out shopping, no one could get close to my pram unless Mum said it was ok.   Later in life when I had my own family, dogs remained an important part of our lives, as well as an assortment of other animals.   See Memories

Originally from New Zealand, I bred and showed Rough Coated Collies and Persian Cats in the '70s.   My highest achievement was  a homebred Persian who won Best in Show  at the National All Breeds Cat Show in Wellington.    It was some years later when we purchased our first Cavalier while in Queensland [2000].  She was a dainty little Blenheim complete with lozenge.  At the age of three she had her first litter - rubies and black & tans - our first introduction to wholecolours.  In 2003 we moved south to Sydney, along with our three Cavaliers - Maggie, and her two offspring Rosie & Sidney.  Rosie,  a sweet natured ruby, had her first litter of puppies aged four.   We kept a tricolour girl from this litter called "Misty. "  She presented us with a beautiful wholecolour litter just a few months ago, and we have retained a beautiful black + tan girl called "Tula."  While Wholecolours remain our passion we have ended up with a few particolours as well. "Sophie" a homebred granddaughter of the lovely CH Phrency Patric Le Beau (Imp UK), and "Penny" a promising young blenheim girl from Kelzarki kennels.  We look forward to bringing out a few of our new girls later this year, when we are back from overseas.

About Cavaliers:- The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is indeed a superb breed to own.  Daily, you  are rewarded with cuddles & kisses from what must arguably be the most loving breed of dog on this planet!  They have been bred primarily as a companion dog, and at this job they excel!   They love to be near their owners, and are not suited to a life left outdoors on their own.  They are  a most versatile little dog, and have not lost their sporting instinct!   They are warm and affectionate as well as energetic and fun loving.  Cavaliers enjoy playing games, chasing a ball and playing with children; they love chasing rabbits in the hills or swimming out after ducks on the lake;  but when the sun goes down, they will head for the nearest comfortable couch or bed to curl up on.  They are also just as content to laze around at home when you are not up to taking them out, and a daily walk on a lead will suffice. 

Our love for this delightful breed has been increasing over the last ten years, and we look forward to playing our part in ensuring the health & longevity of the breed.  Our aim is to breed lovely dogs that are both sound in mind and body.  Dogs displaying the sweet temperament that Cavaliers are renowned for, and just as importantly, dogs that are also healthy.  Our breeding stock is tested by both cardiologists & opthamologists when old enough, to ensure they are clear of inherited defects, and are checked for Slipping Patellas.  Our Stud Dogs will also be Hip Scored, and given an MRI to make sure they do not have Syringomyelia.  These are some of the main health problems that Cavaliers are known to be susceptible to.   Be sure to get your Cavalier from a Reputable Breeder who is registered with their State Kennel Club, and most importantly,  who health tests their breeding stock with Veterinary Specialists regularly. 

This is a favourite link of mine...."Growing old with dogs."

http://www.greatdanepro.com/Growing%20Old/index.htm

Dogs have given us their absolute all. We are the center of their universe.

We are the focus of their love and faith and trust. They serve us in return for scraps.

It is without a doubt the best deal man has ever made.

Roger Caras

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