We have fallen in love with these dogs, there are quite a few in our area & they are all so friendly towards by ds... Their owners all seem very happy with them also... We were recommended a breeder by one of the school dads.. We've been on a waiting list for 9 months & the breeder rang to say she will hopefully have a litter around Easter time & we are second on her list so should be pretty much guaranteed a pup if there is 2 or more in the litter... The cavalier has been extensively tested for all conditions & the bichon also...i do not want a lecture on designer breeds, we are choosing a cavachon as we feel it will fit our lifestyles, great with kids & we are very happy with the breeder recommended to us.. Also from what I've read many ikc show breeds have terrible health issues due to the very small gene pool they're bred from so I am happy to go for a Cross breed..
Also we have tried rescues but we don't fit the criteria as ds is too young..
I'd love to hear from any cavachon owners on here, many thanks!