Downton Cavaliers

Melissa G.

Certified Breeder of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels

Upcoming litters

Darcy
Piper

Expected Cavalier King Charles Spaniel litter

Due Oct. 2023

Ready Dec. 19, 2023
Darcy
Athena

Expected Cavalier King Charles Spaniel litter

Due Oct. 2023

Ready Dec. 5, 2023

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Downton Cavaliers located in De Ridder, LA. Downton Cavaliers offers well-bred, loving Cavaliers that will be your best friend for years to come. Our dogs are bred to produce puppies for future companionship and to create opportunities for others to fall in love with the Cavalier breed. Our girls are a part of our family. They sleep with us and go wherever we go. We breed to share our love for these wonderful dogs.

Q. & A. with Melissa

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My dad bred Beagles when I was a little girl and I remember climbing into the wood boxes to get in with the puppies. I have always been fascinated with the breeding process as a whole: from when to breed, how to breed, to whelping and caring for the puppies. Since my daughter is older now, I get to do something that I have always wanted to do with my female dogs. First and foremost, my girls are my pets; if they are not healthy then I will not breed them. Their health is my number one priority before taking on a pregnancy.

  • What makes your program special?

    I think my breeding program is special because not only do I want healthy mommas, I want healthy babies. Quality over quantity is key. I want the mommas to have a home with plenty of love and affection. I do not want to have too many mommas where they become “just another dog!” I like to make connections with new owners to ensure that our puppies are going to their forever home. We do not sell just to sell; we truly want the very best for our puppies and their forever families.

  • 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 Melissa

Melissa 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 range from $2,500 - $3,500.

“Price includes AKC registration and a healthy, happy pup. We do not accept any deposits until puppies are 2 weeks old and have been checked by a veterinarian and are thriving. At that time, we will take a deposit of $500 to go towards your final payment of the puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa 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 fly or drive to pick up your puppy from Melissa.

  • Meet in De Ridder, LA

    5097 miles away · Melissa's location

More about Melissa

  • Melissa has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Melissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Melissa’s links

Melissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Downton 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

Good level

Downton 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.

  • Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Episodic Falling Syndrome (EFS), Dry Eye Curly Coat Syndrome (CKSID)

    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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