Ethical Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Breeder in Pennsylvania
The most healing gift is simply the steady heartbeat of a Cavalier by your side
Find Your New Best Friend
Let’s help find you a puppy you’ll love
Our Ethical Promise
As a proud member of the Responsible Dog Breeder Network, we are committed to raising our puppies with care, purpose, and integrity. Every puppy from our program is
Health-Checked
Every puppy receives regular veterinary care to ensure they start life healthy and strong.
DNA-Tested Parents
We carefully select and test our parent dogs to reduce the risk of hereditary conditions. Our pups come with a 30-day Peace of Mind Guarantee and a 2-year Genetic Health Guarantee.
Nurtured with Safety and Care
From birth, each puppy is raised in a safe, clean,
and loving environment.
Socialized & Foundation Trained
Puppies are gently introduced to crate training, leash training, and everyday experiences so
they’re ready to adapt to family life.
Life-Long Breeder Support
Our commitment doesn’t end at adoption - we’re here for guidance and support throughout your dog’s life.
Learn more about responsible Cavalier breeding and puppy care on our blog.
Adoption Stories
Meet happy families who’ve adopted before
Upcoming Litters
Upcoming litters looking for a loving home.
FAQ
What makes Judy’s Cavaliers a responsible breeder?
Judy’s Cavaliers follows responsible breeding standards by health-checking and DNA testing parents, socializing and foundation-training puppies, ensuring vet care and safety, and offering lifelong breeder support.
Where are your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies raised?
Our puppies are raised in our home in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, with daily human interaction, early neurological stimulation, and exposure to everyday sights and sounds to build confidence and readiness for family life.
What health guarantees do your puppies come with?
Every puppy comes with a 30-day Peace of Mind Health Guarantee, plus a 2-year genetic health guarantee based on parent DNA/OFA testing. We recommend a vet check within 10 days of your puppy going home.
How do I adopt or reserve a puppy?
To adopt a puppy, browse available pups or upcoming litters on our site, then leave a deposit. Once your deposit is placed, we’ll work with you on final payment and scheduling pickup or visit.
Do you offer pet insurance?
Yes — we partner with Trupanion to offer one month of free pet insurance when you bring your puppy home. Activation details will be emailed after final payment.
What training and socialization do puppies receive before going home?
Puppies begin crate training, leash training, and potty basics, plus daily socialization experiences, to help them transition smoothly into your family environment.
Do you support families after adoption?
Yes — Judy’s Cavaliers offers life-long breeder support and guidance through puppy care, training questions, and health concerns.
What if I don’t see a puppy that’s right for my family?
If no current puppies fit your needs, you can reserve a spot on an upcoming litter and join the waitlist so you’re among the first to be offered your perfect match.
Don’t see any puppies that fit your family right now?
If none of our puppies are the right match for your family today, you can reserve from an upcoming litter and be among the first to welcome your new family member.
Don’t see any puppies that fit your family right now?
If none of our puppies are the right match for your family today, you can reserve from an upcoming litter and be among the first to welcome your new family member.
Home-raised Cavaliers, thoughtfully matched
About Us
We’re Chuck & Claudia Holt from Lancaster, PA—and our journey began in 2003 when a Cavalier named Benny brought calm and comfort to our daughter, Judy Grace. His gentle presence is why we started Judy’s Cavaliers in 2022: to raise family-ready companions with the same steady spirit.
What We Believe
Puppies thrive when they’re raised at home, handled daily, and socialized with intention. That’s why every litter grows up in our living room, begins ENS, and starts crate, potty, and leash training before going home—so your first weeks together feel natural, not chaotic.
Stories From Adoption
Heartfelt notes from people who found their furever family member. Health, care, and follow-up support—told in their own words.
Frequently Asked Questions
We are part of a network of responsible dog breeders. This means that we follow the strictest of standards for all our dogs and pups. To be on this network we adhere to the following:
• Vet-checked and updated on all vaccines and deworming
• Microchipping of all puppies
• Daily exercise schedule for all dogs and puppies
• Socialization schedule for all dogs and puppies
• Kennel license where applicable by law
• Certification of inspection from a 3rd party
Your deposit is fully refundable within a 48-hour window. Alternatively, you can transfer the deposit to reserve another puppy
Once a puppy is paid in full, refunds are not available, nor do we accommodate refunds for buyer’s remorse. Please review our health guarantee in our Refunds and Returns Policy page which includes a 30-day money-back health guarantee.
We want every puppy to go home happy and healthy. To ensure that all is well in its new environment, we ask that if possible you get your puppy checked by a vet within 10 days of going home. We also recommend not placing your puppy down on any grass where other dogs have gone to potty until your puppy is seen by a vet. To view the whole health guarantee, please visit our Refunds and Returns page
- Browse through the puppies and select the puppy you are interested in.
- You can click on the link to schedule a visit or you can request an in-person visit.
- You can leave a deposit or make a full payment on our website.
- Once payment is made, you will be asked to electronically sign the sales agreement and health guarantee.
- If you just make a deposit, you will need to log in before picking up your puppy to make the final payment. A link to make the final payment will also be in the deposit receipt email. All payments must be completed before you can take your puppy home.
We partner with Trupanion Pet Insurance to offer you a Go Home Day Offer. This is a free 30-day pet insurance policy that must be activated within 24 hours of picking up your pet. Once you make the final payment, you will get an email with all the information you need to sign up.
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Have questions about our Puppies? Reach out anytime—we’re here to help with care, health, and finding the right puppy for your family.