The short answer
Most Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breeders in the US charge between $2,650 and $3,500 for a puppy. The typical price, $2,900, makes the Cavalier King Charles the 14th most expensive of the 53 breeds we checked. The most common price band is $2,500 to $2,999, where 4 of the 14 breeders are; one in ten asks less than $850 and one in ten more than $3,950. Of the 194 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breeders we list, 14 publish a price on their own website; most of the rest ask families to call or apply first.
From the puppy prices published by 14 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breeders in 12 states on their own websites, November 2026. Deposits, shipping, stud fees and breeding rights are left out, and only breeders of a single breed count.
How the prices spread
- $500 to $9992
- $1,000 to $1,4990
- $1,500 to $1,9991
- $2,000 to $2,4990
- $2,500 to $2,9994
- $3,000 to $3,4993
- $3,500 to $3,9992
- $4,000 and more2
Number of breeders in each price band.
Where these prices come from
Ohio 3 breeders, typical $600Pennsylvania 1 breederNorth Carolina 1 breederWest Virginia 1 breederFlorida 1 breederKentucky 1 breederMinnesota 1 breederIllinois 1 breederTexas 1 breederIdaho 1 breederWhat changes the price
Health-tested parents. Good Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breeders test for a heart exam by a cardiologist every year, an eye exam and hips; tested and titled parents usually mean a higher price.
Registration. Pet puppies usually come with limited registration; breeding rights cost more.
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Questions
How much is a Cavalier King Charles puppy?
Most Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breeders in the US charge between $2,650 and $3,500 for a puppy. The typical price is $2,900, the 14th most expensive of the 53 breeds we checked, based on the prices 14 breeders in 12 states publish on their own websites (November 2026).
Is a Cavalier King Charles more expensive than similar breeds?
A Cavalier King Charles typically costs $2,900. Golden Retriever ($3,000), Labradoodle ($3,000) and German Shepherd ($3,000) cost about the same. Across all breeds, the typical puppy from a breeder costs $2,500.
Where are Cavalier King Charles puppies cheaper?
Where enough breeders publish a price: Ohio $600. Prices follow local demand, so driving a few hours can change the price.
Is a cheap Cavalier King Charles puppy a scam?
Not always, but a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel offered well below $850 is a warning sign, especially if the seller cannot meet in person or on a live video call, or wants payment by wire, gift card, Zelle or crypto before you see the puppy.