Springfield Missouri Cavalier group

http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/SpringfieldMissouriCavaliers/

Hi my name is Autumn. This a local group for those who have or want a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to get togeather and have fun at the local dog park in Springfield Missouri. I do not have a Cavalier myself but I am Working on getting one. Members may post litters of up comming puppys that are Cavalier only. all other listings for anyother breed will be deleted. I also welcome fly ball and other sport teams that have Cavalier members.

The Springfield Dog Park is located at: 2100 W. Catalpa

Name of the Park: Cruse Dog Park
Services: Shady Area, Water Available, Fenced In and Small Dog Area
Hours: sun up to sun down, 7 days a week; weather & conditions permitting

Comments: Annual Fee: $25 per dog (max of 2 dogs per handler); Daily Pass: $10 per day/per dog (max 2 per handler) plus $10 for fob. Must also provide proof of vaccinations from a licensed vet for Rabies, including tag number, Parvo, Distemper & Bordetella.

Also you must fill out an application its requried by Springfield-Green County Park Board,Office, 1923 N. Weller, Springfield, MO or at Chesterfield Family Center, 2511 W.Repubic Road, Springfield, MO. Call (417) 864-1049 for more information

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Permalink Reply by Kitty A. Smith on September 13, 2009 at 11:23pm: Hi Autumn, it looks like you have a really fun idea here. I am not in MO, so I can't participate, but I have people here that would like to do something like this, too.

I see you are looking for your first Cavalier. I hope you are able to avoid the disappointment we faced when we bought our first one. I thought we were buying from a good breeder, but it turns out we were wrong. I had hoped to do some kind of activity like Agility with her, but her legs are not strong enough for it. You need to be sure you buy your dog from a dedicated breeder that shows their dogs in conformation and health tests for genetic problems. Even though you probably do not want a show dog, it is important that the parents were shown because the judge looks for correct form and function in the dog's build. The judge watches movement and checks the bite to help decide whether the dog is suitable for breeding. People that don't show their dogs are just cutting expenses. They may charge less for a dog, but you may end up having to get a very expensive operation to repair knees so the dog can walk without pain. An AKC or CKCSC registry is the only one I recommend. Most other registries are formed to give commercial and casual breeders credibility.

You can also rescue a cavalier. Petfinder.com, ACKCSC.org has a rescue, Lucky Star Rescue is JUST for cavaliers and I know they have lots. CKCSC.org also has a rescue. Good luck, I know you will enjoy your dog.; ▶ Reply to This