What We Do
At Furever CavaliersTM, we pride ourselves on going above and beyond to provide our puppies with the best start in life. Our program focuses on the health, temperament, and early development of each puppy, setting them apart from those raised by standard breeders. We carefully select and test all of our parent dogs to ensure they meet the highest health standards. Our puppies are raised using a comprehensive curriculum that includes Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS), Early Scent Introduction (ESI), and extensive socialization to prepare them for life in their new homes. From health guarantees to lifetime support, we are committed to the long-term wellbeing of our dogs and their new families.
1. Search and Test
We take great care in selecting our parent dogs. Each dog undergoes rigorous health testing, including DNA tests and OFA certifications to ensure they are free of genetic disorders common in Cavaliers. We only work with reputable breeders who follow the same high standards. This attention to detail in our breeding program helps ensure that each puppy is healthy, well-tempered, and a great addition to their forever family.
2. Bonding
We prioritize the natural mother-puppy bonding process, allowing the dam to nurture her litter in a calm and loving environment. This early connection is critical for emotional and social development, ensuring puppies grow up feeling secure and confident. We provide the mothers with a comfortable, stress-free space to care for their puppies, which contributes to well-adjusted pups with strong emotional foundations.
3. Touch & Handling
Our puppies undergo Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) and Early Scent Introduction (ESI) during their critical early weeks of life. These exercises help stimulate their neurological systems, improving their stress tolerance and immune response. We also practice the 10-step touch protocol, gently handling each puppy to get them accustomed to human touch and attention, promoting confidence and comfort in new situations.
4. Socialize and Work
We believe in the importance of early socialization and provide our puppies with various sensory experiences, including scent work and interactive play. These activities stimulate their minds and bodies, teaching them problem-solving skills and improving their adaptability. This type of early work ensures that they grow into well-rounded, confident dogs capable of handling new environments and experiences.
5. Puppy Aptitude Test
At Furever Cavaliers, we use the Badass Breeder Curriculum to conduct detailed temperament evaluations for each puppy. These evaluations help us understand the unique personalities of our puppies, allowing us to match them with the right families based on lifestyle, energy levels, and needs. The assessment focuses on traits like confidence, independence, sociability, and stress tolerance. By the time they are ready for their new homes, each puppy has been carefully evaluated, and we can provide families with valuable insights to ensure the perfect fit. This personalized approach sets our program apart and helps our puppies transition smoothly into their forever families.
6. Regular Updates
We understand how exciting it is to bring a new puppy into your life, which is why we strive to keep families connected throughout the entire process. Once you've secured a puppy with a deposit, we provide regular updates several times a week, including photos, videos, or video chats, so you can watch your puppy grow and develop. In addition to our frequent social media posts, these personalized updates allow you to stay engaged with your puppy's milestones and feel a part of their journey until they are ready to come home.
7. Health Guarantee
Each puppy from Furever Cavaliers comes with a one-year health guarantee that covers genetic diseases. This guarantee is backed by the thorough testing we perform on our breeding dogs, and it offers peace of mind to our puppy buyers, knowing their new family member has been bred with health and longevity in mind.
8. Puppy Packet
When you take your puppy home, we provide a comprehensive puppy packet filled with essential information to ensure a smooth transition. This packet includes tips on socialization, training, and overall puppy care to help you understand and meet your new puppy's needs from day one.
Our puppy packet also includes training tips, such as how to start the "puppy, puppy, puppy recall" to encourage early response to their name. We also provide socialization tips to expose your puppy to different sounds, people, and environments, setting them up for success as they grow.
9. Health Forms
Age appropriate vaccines, deworming, dew claw removal and a vet check will all be done prior to your puppy's go home day. We will provide all documentation of what has been done by us and what you need to take with you to your first vet appointment.
10. Blanket
To ease the transition to their new home, we send each puppy with a blanket that carries the comforting scent of their mother and littermates. This familiar scent helps reduce stress and provides comfort during the first few nights in their new environment.
11. Toy
We also include a toy with each puppy that they've become familiar with during their time with us. This small gesture helps make the move to a new home smoother and gives them something fun and comforting to play with.
12. Lifetime Puppy Support
Our commitment to you and your puppy doesn’t end when you take them home. We provide lifetime puppy support to all our families, offering guidance on training, health, and care throughout your puppy’s life. We are always here to answer questions and ensure you and your puppy thrive together.
