Copperacres Cavaliers (ANKC/ Dogs QLD)
Townsville, QLD
Hi, I'm Caroline S.
Copperacres is based in Townsville, North QLD. We breed all 4 colours of these beautiful dogs and are continuously striving to improve our breeding programme to improve the long term health of the breed. Our dogs are raised around children, cats and horse on small acreage and are well socialised. We often have…
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- Breeding & Welfare
- Health Practices
- Home Environment
- Documentation
- Feeding
- Physical Condition
Our Breeding Practices
Behaviour and socialisation
Our puppies are raised with children and well exposed to the rigours of family life. We also live on small acreage with horses and other animals so they experience a wide range of stimuli as they are growing. We have provided dogs to assistance programmes and education programmes that visit schools and also therapy…
Health
We rigorously health test all our potential breeders for the genetic diseases Cavaliers are prone to, we also pride ourselves on genetically testing our puppies too which many breeders dont do . None of our dogs have ever suffered any of the physical ailments a lot of the breed succumb to, and we keep our dogs fit…
Home environment
our pups live inside exclusively for the first 8 weeks, and following their second vaccination, are exposed to environmental factors outside. We like to keep out pups until around the 10week old mark to give them as much time with mum and as much socialisation and trainng as we can before they head off to their new…
Included with our puppies
Pups leave with their vaccinations up to date to relevant age (older pups and juveniles will be fully vaccinated and on heartworm prevention) and worming up-to-date, microchip, and a puppy pack including 6 weeks' free insurance, we provide ongoing lifelong support to our puppies and will always take one of our own…
Health Tests
Core Tests(0/1)
Copperacres Cavaliers (ANKC/ Dogs QLD) conducts 0 out of 1 core health tests which RightPaw believe are most important to conduct for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
Additional Tests
Copperacres Cavaliers (ANKC/ Dogs QLD) conducts 5 additional tests available for the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
Genetic TestA mutation in the ADAMTS3 gene has been associated with airway disease in dogs. The mutation causes airway swelling and fluid build up which can make affected dogs very prone to breathing problems. There is now a DNA test available in some breeds to identify whether a breeding dog has a mutation in their ADAMTS3 gene. Breeders can use this test to inform their breeding program and help minimise the risk of breathing problems in their puppies.
- Genetic Test
Congenital Macrothrombocytopenia (CM) is a mild disease which normally does not have any impact on an affected dog’s health or lifespan but can cause concern if noticed on routine bloodwork without knowing the cause. It is a blood disease resulting in low numbers of very large platelets. There is a DNA test available to identify if a breeding dog is carrying this condition.
- Genetic Test
Curly Coat Dry Eye Syndrome is a genetic cause of eye and skin problems in Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies. The disease also caused an unsually tight curly coat texture. There is a DNA test available to identify if breeding Cavaliers are carrying the gene for Curly Coat Dry Eye Syndrome.
- Genetic Test
This is a disease affecting the spinal cord of older dogs, initially causing wobbliness and eventually hindlimb paralysis. It can affect a wide range of breeds. There is now a DNA test that can indicated if a breeding dog is carrying this disease.
- Genetic Test
This is a genetic neurological condition affecting Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. It causes sudden stiffening of the legs, often causing the dog to fall over and be unable to move. There is a DNA test available to indicate if a breeding dog is carrying this disease. The test is also recommended in Cavoodles.
Transportation options
Copperacres Cavaliers (ANKC/ Dogs QLD) will send their puppies to the following states for their new families:
Getting your puppy home
Copperacres Cavaliers (ANKC/ Dogs QLD) supports the following options for getting your new puppy home safely.
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About the Breeder
A little about us
We are a family breeding kennel dedicated to our love of Cavaliers and improving the quality of the breed enabling other familys to experience the love and joy these beautiful dogs bring into our own lives I was lucky enough to own a cavalier as a child and since having my own children have returned to the breed as…
Why we got involved in breeding
I grew up with a family who bred working dogs for the police service Since having children who wanted to be hands on and involved with the dogs ive dedicated our breeding focus to the Cavalier
Our special touch
Growing up in the veterinary industry and having the privilege to work in the industry myself i have first hand knowledge and experience to ensure our dogs receive the best care and are always in the best of health.
Connect with us
facebookCredentials
Association
Dogs Queensland (ANKC)
Association number
4100223882
Prefix
Copperacres
Breeding since
1985
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club Queensland
A$2,000 - A$4,000