RIVER CITY PUPPIES
Raising Toy Cavoodles that complement your lifestyle.
OUTSTANDING CAVOODLE BREEDER ON RIGHTPAW
About the Breeder
Hi there!
My name is Tiana Karamihas
and I’m a Toy Cavoodle Breeder & Cavoodle Coach
who has been raising this beautiful breed for over sixteen years and working within the health, grooming, training & breeding sectors of the Small Animal Industry for almost a decade. Throughout my years working within the industry, I have developed a framework for Cavoodles that focuses on training, socialising and desensitising my puppies to complement a family's lifestyle rather than complicate it.
The curriculum program that I have created for River City Puppies is one that I hold very close to my heart. Through the information below, you will learn how your puppy will be raised, the benefits to this program and what training they will be receiving. I look forward to embarking on this exciting journey with you with ongoing Breeder support for the duration of your puppy's life!
Our Program
About River City Puppies
River City Puppies (RCP) is a small, boutique breeder of Toy Cavoodles located in Brisbane, Australia. RCP breeds Toy Cavoodles from pedigree and purebred bloodlines. Our puppies are predicted to weigh between 3kg-7kg fully grown and are typically ruby to apricot in colour. Please be aware that it is normal for Cavoodles to lighten in colour as they mature.
All of our breeding dogs are DNA tested to ensure our puppies are not affected by any tested, heritable diseases and have all been cleared with no patella luxation or heart issues.
Our Curriculum Program →
The Curriculum
Our Cavoodles are raised within our home and follow an intensive, daily Puppy Curriculum created by Breeder & Coach, Tiana Karamihas. This program incorporates the world-renowned Puppy Culture and Badass Breeders Training Programs, as well as Tiana's fifteen years of combined experience raising Cavoodles and working within the health, training, grooming & breeding sectors of the small animal industry.
RCP's program uses Positive Reinforcement training and consists of a variety of Early Neurological Stimulation Exercises (ENI), Early Scent Introduction (ESI), and proper socialisation. For the first few months of a puppy's life, they reach different behavioral and developmental milestones almost weekly. River City Puppies works with the puppies each week to help them reach their full potential by positively introducing new objects, sounds and experiences that they may encounter as an adult dog. As part of the program, Tiana also teaches a variety of training exercises to the puppies from her Cavoodle-Specific, Puppy School, Oodleway: Puppy Train.
WHAT'S THE BENEFIT?
Why Do We Follow Puppy Curriculum?
Up until 12 weeks of age, a puppy's brain is like a sponge. They absorb and process new information, situations and experiences at a much faster rate than an older dog. In circumstances where older dogs will require multiple, ongoing training sessions to learn a new behaviour, a puppy under 12 weeks of age only needs to be exposed to a training exercise or situation once, for 1 - 3 minutes, to have the same, lifetime effect.
With Tiana’s 15 years of experience studying the behaviour of Cavoodles, this means, as a Breeder, she can intentionally expose her puppies to certain sounds, places, people, objects & experiences to ensure they have a positive association with it all. This successfully limits the chances of the puppies forming behavioural issues that are common to the breed and means their transition into their new homes is one without separation anxiety, social anxiety, noise & sight reactivity, toileting accidents & sleepless nights. The resources she then provides to her litter families steps them through how to continue their puppy’s training so that they can skip the dreaded “puppy stage” and continue raising their puppy to complement their lifestyle.
Families who apply to the General Waitlist will receive a copy of our week-by-week curriculum program going into specific details on what we do with the puppies.
How to Join the Waitlist →IMPORTANT INFORMATION
When a family joins the River City Puppies General Waitlist, they understand that individual puppy selections do not occur until the puppies are six weeks old and have had their puppy evaluations. We do not guarantee gender or colour when joining the Waitlist as River City Puppies is built on the foundation that a puppy should COMPLEMENT your lifestyle, not COMPLICATE it. This means, we encourage families to choose their puppy based on their personalities and predicted training requirements rather than just looks alone. The order in which the puppy selections take place for the litter families is based on the order in which they placed their litter deposits. See the Procedure of Purchase below.
The Evaluation Process:
At six-seven weeks of age, their individual temperaments of the puppies have begun to emerge and Tiana takes notes on what traits she sees. She then performs a series of specifically designed tests to evaluate how each puppy reacts to certain stimuli and circumstances.
These tests allow Tiana to see which areas each puppy needs more individualized training in over the next few weeks and also allow Tiana to give recommendations to the litter families on what type of home each puppy would suit.
For example, puppies with a high human motivation will suit families who can dedicate a lot of time to their puppy and involve them in all aspects of their lifestyle, whereas a puppy with low human motivation would suit a quieter family who may work out of home each day.
Desire to follow
Reaction to the unexpected
(toy starts to sing)
Startle recovery
(open umbrella)
Reaction to restraint
(being held on their backs)
We communicate our findings with the puppies' new owners and each puppy is assigned with a family based on what qualities they are looking for out of a puppy. It is important to note that Puppy Evaluations do not predict personalities and should be viewed as a diagnostic test. It allows us to see which areas each puppy needs more work in and gives us an insight on how the puppies react outside the comfort of their home and siblings.
Please note that puppy selections from families will be made in order of deposits. An example of River City Puppies' past Puppy Evaluations can be found below. These documents were shared with the litter families who then made educated decisions on which puppy would suit their family best. Each family ended up getting their first pick, further proving how important it is to pick your puppy based on their evaluation results and not just gender or coat colour alone.
COMMUNICATION WITH PROSPECTIVE OWNERS
Communication between River City Puppies and prospective owners is always open.
As a breeder, Tiana aims to help educate new families on Cavoodles and is always happy to answer any questions you might have. Here at RCP, we also send weekly update photos and videos of the litter so that you can watch your future furbaby grow.
Ongoing Support
River City Puppies offers ongoing, lifetime, educational support in regards to raising a Cavoodle. Health warranty for the puppies is outlined in the contract provided at the time of placing a Master List reservation fee.
Go Home Day
When the puppies leave for their new homes between 8 - 9 weeks of age (depending on when they reach their biological behavioural markers), their new families will have a few weeks left in their critical Socialisation Period to ensure their puppies are accustomed to the experiences they want them to enjoy as an adult (e.g boating, swimming, working in an office etc). The puppies will be vaccinated, wormed and training will well and truly be underway.
River City Puppies DNA tests all our breeding dogs using the Full Breed Profiles at Orivet Genetic Pet Care prior to their first litters. Our puppies will not be affected by any heritable, tested diseases.
Health Tests Conducted
Descriptions & images are from RightPaw
Patellar Luxation
Physical Test
Dogs affected by patellar luxation have loose kneecaps that may pop in and out of the knee joint, which can be painful and even require surgery. Having a vet examine breeding dogs for patellar luxation can confirm the dog is not affected, and that their puppies are less likely to develop the condition. Patellar luxation is more common in smaller breeds.
Canine Elliptocytosis
Genetic Test
Canine Elliptocytosis is a rare genetic disease causing the red blood cells to be abnormally elliptical in shape, rather than round. It generally does not cause a clinical problem to affected dogs, but puppies may be mildly anaemic and smaller than others. There is a DNA test available to identify if a breeding dog is carrying this disease.
Congenital Macrothrombocytopenia (CM)
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.
Curly Coat
Genetic Test
Curly Coat This is a genetic condition affecting Cavalier King Charles Spaniels that causes severe skin, nail and eye issues, as well as making the usually long smooth coat tight and curly. Curly Coat is linked to Congenital Dry Eye disease. There is a DNA test available to identify if breeding Cavaliers are carrying Congenital Dry Eye or Curly Coat.
Curly Coat Dry Eye Syndrome
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.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM)
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.
Episodic Falling Syndrome
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.
GM2
Genetic Test
GM2 gangliosidosis is a lysosomal storage disorder that causes neurological problems. There are a few different types of this disease affecting different breeds. There is a DNA test available to identify if a breeding dog is carrying this condition.
MPS
Genetic Test
Mucopolysaccharidosis is a genetic lysosomal storage disease that can cause various problems including stunted growth and bone deformities. There are a few different variants of this disease that have been identified in different breeds. For many breeds there are DNA tests available to identify if a breeding dog is carrying the condition.
Neonatal Encephalopathy
Genetic Test
Neonatal Encephalopathy (NE) is a brain disease that can occur in Standard Poodle puppies. There is a DNA test available to identify whether a breeding dog is carrying this condition.
PK Deficiency
Genetic Test
Prekallikrein (PK) deficiency is a rare inherited clotting disorder mainly affecting Shih Tzus and similar breeds. There is a DNA test available to identify whether a breeding dog is carrying this condition.
PRA
Genetic Test
PRA Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) in dogs is a type of genetic eye disease causing deterioration of the retina and eventually, blindness. There are a variety of sub-types of PRA, which can occur in various breeds. There are various DNA tests available to identify whether a breeding dog is carrying this condition .
VWD
Genetic Test
Von Willebrand’s Disease (VWD/vWD) is a genetic bleeding disorder caused by a lack of a specific clotting factor. There are three forms of the disease, types 1, 2 & 3. A DNA test is available for each type of VWD to identify whether a breeding dog is a carrier or might be affected. The severity of VWD varies widely between breeds and individuals, ranging from life-threatening, through to having no impact on clotting ability.
As a rule, we also only breed from dogs that are a minimum of 12 months of age, have had their health cleared by our Veterinarian & Reproduction Specialist, and are mature (they will not be bred until their second heat at a minimum). Our Stud receives an annual vaccination and visits the clinic for a health check before and after all matings. Our Dams also receive an annual vaccination, as well as pre-whelp checks by our Reproduction Specialist before each mating to ensure they are fit to carry puppies.
In addition to this, our girls also have a very thorough and comprehensive checkup once their puppies are 6 weeks of age. Certificates for patellar luxation, hip mobility, heart exams & ocular exams have also been obtained for all breeding dogs and they have all passed with no issues found.
Step One
Thank you for choosing to become part of the River City Puppies family! In order to start your journey of acquiring a River City Puppies' Toy Cavoodle, a puppy application will need to be submitted via the form below or via River City Puppies' RightPaw Page. This will place your name on our GENERAL WAITLIST, which is simply an expression of interest.
Once your application is submitted, River City Puppies will be in contact if they have any further questions.
Apply via RightPaw →
Step Two
Once your application has been approved, Tiana may contact you to arrange a phone consultation interview if more details are required. Your next step will be to place a $1,000.00 reservation fee as well as a signed Puppy Purchase Agreement Contract. Your reservation fee is deducted from the purchase price of your puppy. All puppies are sold on a strict spay/neuter contract and the reservation fee is non-refundable for Buyer change of mind or circumstance.
After submitting your reservation fee and contract, you will then be added to the Master Waitlist. The Master Waitlist is in order of reservation fee submission dates and once a litter has been born, you will be contacted if a puppy in the litter is available for you. River City Puppies aims to keep the Master Waitlist at a reasonable number to ensure everyone will receive a puppy within a timely manner.
Step Three
Once a litter has been born, contacted families have the choice to either secure a puppy from the litter with a non-refundable, $1,000.00 fee (deducted from the total cost of your puppy) or PASS, and wait for the next litter. Factors that might influence this decision may include gender ratios, colour/markings, litter sizes and coat type availability. Each family has the flexibility to remain on the Master Waitlist for as long as they need in order to find the right fit.
Please be aware that final puppy selections are made by families when the litter is 6 weeks old and are made in order of each family's position on the Master Waitlist. River City Puppies conducts individual puppy evaluations at 6 weeks of age and highly recommends families take into consideration the predicted personality and training requirements of each puppy rather than choosing based on gender alone. River City Puppies always holds the first position in a litter in the event that we want to keep a puppy back for our breeding program.
The remaining balance for your Cavoodle is due at the time of your final puppy selection.
PRICING
Regardless of coat colour & gender, a River City Puppies' Toy Cavoodle, bred & trained by Cavoodle Coach & Breeder, Tiana Karamihas, is $7,495 + GST
Below you will see an EXAMPLE breakdown of the cost. This may differ slightly from litter to litter. All puppies leave for their new homes between 8 - 9 weeks of age.
Litter two
Chelsea x Peanut
The next litter of 2024 will be a repeat litter of Chelsea & Peanut. Please see pictures of Chelsea, Peanut & their previous litter below.
Litter three
Ruby x Mr. T
The next litter of 2024 will be a litter of Ruby & Mr T. Please see pictures of Ruby, her previous litter & Mr T below.
Oscar
The dog who started it all.
Oscar is one of those dogs that you know will never be replaced. Born in 2008, he was Tiana’s family's first Cavoodle. Taking Oscar home was the best decision they ever made and he was the biggest blessing in their lives! He brought a calmness to their household that they hadn't experienced before and is the heart of their family.
Gentle, affectionate, loyal, patient, and understanding are a few of the words they would use to describe him. River City Puppies was founded in Oscar's honour, with the goal of providing other families with a Cavoodle just like him. He is featured in the logo and embodies everything we strive to achieve in our Cavoodles.
DOB: 14/04/08
Chelsea
Chelsea is Tiana’s F1 Toy Cavoodle weighing 4.5kg and measuring 32cm tall.
She has a wavy, fleece, ruby red coat that is incredibly velvety soft.
Chelsea is our family dog and we absolutely adore her. She spends her time split between my house (Tiana’s) and my parent’s house. She is the clown of our family, loves to give kisses and to snuggle.
Give Chelsea a toy, and she will entertain herself for hours! She is very intelligent and lives to please us. Chelsea is a wonderful mother with very strong maternal instincts. She keeps her puppies impeccably clean and very happy.
Chelsea is clear for all genetic diseases common to the Cavoodle Breed other than being a carrier for Dry Eye Curly Coat Syndrome and Degenerative Myelopathy, DM (SOD1A). She has been cleared for Patellar Luxation, hip mobility & has certificates for heart exams and ocular exams with no issues found.
Ruby
Ruby is Chelsea’s full sister from the same litter!
She lives with Tiana’s cousins up the road and is absolutely gorgeous. She is a first generation Toy Cavoodle weighing 6kg and measuring 35cm tall. She has a wavy, fleece, red coat with a white chest and chin that is very soft. Ruby & Chelsea are very similar as they both love to play! Ruby is very gentle around young children and loves to cuddle. Ruby produces the most gorgeous puppies that are service quality and have incredible white markings.
Ruby is clear for all genetic diseases common to the Cavoodle Breed other than being a carrier for Dry Eye Curly Coat Syndrome. She has been cleared for Patellar Luxation, hip mobility & has certificates for heart exams and ocular exams with no issues found.
Retired Mums
Nessie
Nessie is the love of Tiana’s life and her best little friend.
She is perfect in every way and the most incredible mum. When Nessie is with the puppies, Tiana knows everything is covered and she doesn't have to worry. Nessie is gentle-hearted, endlessly sweet, and gives the snuggliest cuddles. She listens intently and understands everything said to her.
Nessie has had 3 litters and has now retired from her duty as a mum. But she takes the role of Auntie very seriously as she shows Chelsea & Ruby what to do. I often find her in their Whelping box cleaning up after their puppies and trying to nurse them. Nessie is everything Tiana aims to achieve with River City Puppies by raising puppies to complement a family’s lifestyle.
Max
Max is River City Puppies' Stud Toy Poodle.
Father to all of Nessie’s litters, I guess the saying that #curlsgetthegirls is true! His sweet personality wins over all hearts over and he might just be the happiest dog you'll ever meet. Max is extremely intelligent, adores human company, and loves to be involved in every task you do.
Max is a purebred, apricot/cream Toy Poodle, weighing 5kg and sitting at 30cm (shoulders to paws). He has been DNA tested CLEAR of all heritable diseases common to Toy Poodles and is available for external Stud use.
DOB: 29th May, 2020
“I knew I wanted to get a Cavoodle for my daughter and waited over a year to get my puppy from Tiana. And he was well and truly worth the wait! Being a very busy Mum, I knew I needed a Cavoodle that would fit into our lifestyle and not complicate it further. Tiana spent many hours answering all of my anxious questions and I very quickly realised that she was the Breeder for us and her Cavoodles in particular was the breed for my family. The daily dedication, commitment and time Tiana put into raising our puppy on her curriculum program made a world of difference and very clearly separates her and her Cavoodles from other Breeders!! We got to skip so many of the common issues new puppy owners faced. When we picked him up, Apollo was crate trained and has never cried at night. He was already 5 steps ahead with his toilet training, knew how to use a doggy door and was very capable of independent play. Because of this, he’s shown no signs of separation anxiety and enjoys his own company when he stays home by himself. He also has been extremely adaptable to all parts of our normal lifestyle and didn’t cause me any further stress when I had to take him into the office. He very happily sat in his playpen while I worked and I credit this all down to Tiana’s training! Picking a Breeder with Veterinary, Grooming and Training Industrial experience really makes the biggest difference. When you choose Tiana as your Breeder, you’re not just getting a puppy - you’re also getting a service. Her ongoing support & knowledge is priceless and I could not recommend her enough to other families searching for their perfect Cavoodle Breeder.”
Kellie & Apollo, River City Puppies Litter Family
“My partner and I had been searching far and wide for a second addition into our little cavoodle family. It was vital for us that this new pup would get along well with our first cavoodle - Frankie. Ultimately, we wanted a healthy, happy and playful new companion that Frankie could not only go on walks, or play with, but also bond with on a deeper level, as brothers that support each other. When we found Tiana, we just knew that she was special. Having adopted a pup into our family before, we had an understanding around what to expect from a breeder, however Tiana completely blew those expectations away! Throughout the entire process, from pregnancy, to meeting our new puppy Neo for the first time, she was absolutely fantastic; providing prompt updates, insightful information and wise guidance. She really went above and beyond to provide details on each of the puppies, to the point where it felt like we knew Neo before he even stepped foot in our home. We felt so included every step of the way. Her puppy curriculum, coupled with the attention and care she provides to each of her puppies, meant that Neo was set up for nothing but success. When it came time to finally take Neo home, her puppy guide book provided us with a wealth of additional information and assistance, to the point where she could honestly turn it into a puppy school program (Oodleway: Puppy Prep is now available to ALL new puppy parents)! And of course, her goodie bag, which included Neo's crate, toys, food and blankets, ensured that he felt right at home with us, his new family. He is undoubtedly a little angel, and we truly believe a lot of that comes down to the fantastic work Tiana did in raising him. Frankie has even been picking up on some of his good behaviours and calm nature, which for us has been wonderful to see. To anyone else thinking of choosing Tiana as their Cavoodle Breeder - I couldn't recommend her enough!”
Liam & Neo, River City Puppies Litter Family
"I first came across Tiana when researching Cavoodle breeders. I had spent months researching breeders and knowing the health risks that can sometimes be associated with the Cavoodle breed, I was not prepared to settle for anything but a transparent and thorough breeder. Tiana and Oodleway is definitely that. As soon as I spoke with Tiana, I knew that given her level of experience and expertise that I was in safe hands. I loved the fact that Tiana conducted specific DNA testing on her breeding dogs and that she was honest and transparent about the breeding process. Before picking up my gorgeous Theo, Tiana made the whole process really enjoyable and her assistance and guidance definitely put me at ease. Being my first puppy, I was a little nervous about bringing Theo home and into my world, but with the careful guidance of Tiana and her puppy curriculum planning, I knew I was in safe hands. I really felt comforted by the fact that when I brought Theo home, I would be able to call or message Tiana if I had any questions about raising a puppy – whether it be loose lead walking or feeding questions, or anything in between, but I rarely had to do this as everything I needed was in the Puppy Manual that Tiana helpfully provides. Tiana really did make the whole process so great and so much so that I decided to purchase a second puppy and a little brother for Theo, being Dash. Theo and Dash are the best little boys ever and I definitely cannot take all of the credit. I know that the work that Tiana put in during their first 8 weeks in the world made all the difference and it really made bringing them home so much easier, knowing that they could already sit, were toilet trained, and used to grooming and handling. You really cannot put a price tag on the time and effort Tiana puts in to training and handling the puppies in their first few months in the world. It really does pay off in the long run. I am so grateful for Tiana and Oodleway and could never imagine buying from another breeder. When you are looking at investing so much money and time to a pet that you will have around with you for a long time, it is important to make sure they are coming from the best homes with love and care – and Tiana is the epitome of that! I could not recommend Tiana and Oodleway more ❤”
Letitia, Theo & Dash, River City Puppies Litter Family
“When I first heard Mr Tabriz’s soul call I hadn’t yet met Tiana or River City Puppies ~ as fate would have it, I am beyond grateful and happy that I did. For us, I wasn’t worried about receiving a baby Cavoodle as a breed, but more the anticipation of welcoming a baby puppy for the first time. From the moment we connected with Tiana it has felt so aligned, loving, full of genuine care and absolute professionalism. While I thought I was somewhat prepared to be a Cavoodle Mummy, what is so remarkable about Tiana is that she has willingly been with us every step of the way ~ her loving and timely support with every question I’ve had has enabled us to create the most loving home. I’m prepared and comforted, and Mr T is happy because of Tiana, her program and the way these gorgeous puppies have come into the world! In the process leading up to welcoming Mr T into our home I absolutely loved the videos and all the updates that were sent. While these infused my heart, I most especially appreciated the daily puppy program that Tiana instilled personally with each of the puppies which included extensive positive reinforcement training, early neurological stimulation exercises, early scent introduction, enjoyable socialisation, intentional desensitisation to common Cavoodle behavioral problems and her devoted family environment. Furthermore, the options and opportunity to connect with each of the puppies and again the genuine care I felt from Tiana for these babies to land into equally caring homes was bountiful in benevolence and reverence. When we had our Pre-Puppy Pick Up Zoom Call, Tiana went through her meticulous presentation that was very reassuring and very clear. We covered absolutely everything expected in raising a Cavoodle and Tiana helped me understand how to set up our home and create a schedule for Mr T! Tiana’s extensive experience weaved into providing a level of confidence to truly trust the process ~ and the very thorough & amazing Puppy Manual that she provided felt like it was specifically tailored to us and also referenced so much information throughout our journey as Mr T grows. I'd absolutely recommend the Puppy Manual to other families as it makes the process of raising a Cavoodle so easy (Oodleway: Puppy Prep is now available to ALL new puppy parents)! Tiana's support, the knowledge she shares with you, and the training she does with her puppies is invaluable and is the leading difference between her and other Cavoodle Breeders. Having a puppy whose development is noticeably weeks and even months ahead of other Cavoodles made the puppy stage a breeze (even for someone who has never had a puppy before) and made Tiana's breeding program well worth the investment. I feel very blessed in having Mr T raised on Tiana’s curriculum and the conscientiousness provided especially in those first 12 weeks of training. It was easy for him to take to potty training and sleeping through the night, and he has never struggled with Separation Anxiety! He is responsive and so curious, and it seems Mr T is very relaxed and happy compared to other puppies. He has transitioned easily into our life together, and while we are still very much in puppy land with lots of excitement and biting from teething, it is simultaneously easy to be with him and train a way forward. I love him so much! I’d recommend Tiana and River City Puppies to everyone needing/wanting a Cavoodle Breeder and Coach~ she’s extraordinary and the value received in her extra training and extra loving in the puppies is beyond compare. We love you Tiana!”
Suz & Mr T, River City Puppies Litter Family
"Tiana is an amazing breeder. Milo my puppy was toilet trained and crate trained at eight weeks. We had regular updates of the whole litter, from their birth to the moment Milo was put on the aeroplane. Our little boy was picked up from the airport by professional pet couriers and put safely in our hand at their premises. He was fully vaccinated and microchipped and visited the vet on his second day of arrival. He was in excellent, good health. We are so proud of our Oodleway puppy. He is admired wherever he goes, trotting happily along on his lead, toilet trained, and crate happy. We highly recommend Tiana at Oodleway as a puppy breeder and trainer.”
Jacqui & Milo
“To be honest, I wasn’t even sure that I wanted a puppy until I started following Tiana all those years ago. Video by video, I began learning more and more about the breed and about what goes into raising a puppy to compliment a lifestyle. I can't say enough about Tiana and her exceptional breeding at River City Puppies. From the moment I contacted her, I knew she was the one I wanted to buy my puppy from. Her extensive knowledge, and her love and care for the well-being of her dogs was beautiful to witness online. Tiana's toy cavoodles are so well adjusted and truly seem like some of the happiest and healthiest dogs. I feel incredibly fortunate to have one - my dearest little Sage. Tiana's communication throughout the entire process was impeccable. She was (and still is) always available to answer any questions I had, and she went above and beyond to ensure that I had all the information I needed to make an informed decision about adopting one of her puppies. Tiana also made sure that I was prepared for the arrival of Sage, providing me with a comprehensive Puppy Manual that covered everything from training and nutrition to grooming and healthcare. It is a well organised manual that I got printed and still refer to weekly. The friends that I have shown the manual to have been most impressed. How could you go wrong? Everything that I need is in there (Oodleway: Puppy Prep is now available to ALL new puppy parents)! The process of adopting Sage from Tiana was seamless. She provided regular updates on the puppy's progress, and I was able to watch my little one grow up through photos and videos. Tiana also offered an educational Zoom call to go over all the information in the Puppy Manual and answer any additional questions I had. Whilst it was a lot of information and at the time quite overwhelming, it gave me the knowledge I needed to understand my toy cavoodles development. Prior to following Tiana on Instagram, I had no idea about the importance of socialisation – but now it makes so much sense. Now that I have my sweet little Sage, I am amazed at how well-behaved and adaptable she is. I credit this entirely to Tiana's curriculum program, which ensures that each puppy is socialised and trained from a young age. Sage is not your “standard puppy,” in fact, you wouldn’t even know she was a puppy. She is so relaxed, listens attentively, hasn’t chewed any furniture, isn’t scared and loves sleeping in her crate each night. The doggy day-care she attends couldn’t believe how “confident” she was with equipment, humans, other dogs and in a new environment. The socialisation and the puppy massage has helped her to be the perfect visitor to the vets and groomers. I’ve been spreading the love for Tiana each time someone meets Sage! She has been an absolute joy to have around, and the amount of pats and cuddles she gets from strangers is unbelievable. Our walks take triple the time! Overall, I cannot recommend Tiana Karamihas – Cavoodle Coach and Breeder enough. Her commitment to producing healthy, happy, and well-adjusted puppies is truly remarkable, and I feel incredibly lucky to have had the opportunity to purchase from her. Tiana is an exceptional breeder - kind, knowledgeable, and dedicated. If you are looking for the best little addition to your family, I wholeheartedly recommend a puppy from Tiana”
Jessie & Sage
"Before coming across Tiana (River City Puppies) I was really worried about what start in life the puppies had had that I looked at. What bad habits, personalities and genetics they already had. Getting a puppy through Tiana had no surprises and less stress in regards to the basic puppy training and responses she had already started with them. It had also been so long since owning a puppy that thinking about it was a bit stressful until I did the training and had a plan ready to start. The process of using Tiana for Oodleway training and as a breeder gave me a lot confidence. After choosing Tiana as my Breeder, I was completely organised and had everything needed to bring my puppy home. Who doesn't love a puppy that comes from the breeder nearly fully crate trained and sleeping through the night on most occasions? …Our puppy had already started the basics of training and we just had to follow through. Our vet and groomer have both commented on our puppy's good behaviour. Because our puppy would sleep in his crate at night life was a lot less stressful even on his first night at home with us. If you are thinking of choosing Tiana as your Cavoodle Breeder, DO NOT hesitate to choose her! Her puppies are gorgeous, well adjusted and ready to make a home with you. The ongoing support offered by Tiana is also a great bonus and piece of mind.”
Romona & Jimmy
"Before coming across Tiana (River City Puppies) my main worries was getting a dog who barks and is anxious. After choosing Tiana as my Breeder, I have nothing negative to say regarding my experience. I knew about the process before the mum was even pregnant. I was kept informed of all the puppies progress from the minute they were born and being able to watch part of their training was really nice to see. You can tell all those puppies are loved from the minute they are born and it shows even more after they’ve left for their forever homes. I really just loved getting photos of the puppies as they grew up and started playing etc. Having my puppy raised on Tiana’s curriculum program has greatly benefited my life. I have 100% noticed a differenced between our puppy and other Cavoodles. Barbie just seems so much calmer and confident compared to other cavoodles I have met. She also doesn’t really bark at all which is fantastic. She just seems more settled then other cavoodles too. If you’re thinking of choosing Tiana as your Cavoodle Breeder, do it!!”
Kayla & Barbie
"After choosing Tiana as our Breeder, I valued being able to call Tiana at any time any place to ask questions. No question was too dumb or unanswered and Tiana provided us with so much help right from the beginning. After having our puppy raised on Tiana’s curriculum program we have SUCH A BIG DIFFERENCE between him and other Cavoodles! We have had friends and family tell us how much of a drastic change in your life getting a puppy is. We have had people tell us that they will destroy everything and the first year of your life will be crazy. One thing I can say is that Tiana’s curriculum that she uses to raise her puppy’s meant that our cavoodle fit into our life like a glove. We essentially changed nothing about our day to day life, he was the most well behaved puppy, we had no issues, even with using the toilet - he was so good from the get go. The entire reason we chose Tiana as our breeder is because of the curriculum she offers and we were not disappointed one bit, in fact, our expectations were met far beyond what we had hoped for!”
Joshua & Chilli
“ If you’re thinking of choosing Tiana as your Cavoodle Breeder, It will probably be the best decision you make for yourself and your puppy. We did quite a bit of research before choosing a breeder and I can confidently say that not one other breeder we spoke to had the transparency that Tiana had, not one other breeder offered to “train” the puppy’s before they were sent to their new homes. The importance of having a well raised puppy and an extremely good breeder is absolutely priceless and we have recommended Tiana to all our friends and family!”
Joshua & Chilli
"Tiana is the kind of breeder every puppy deserves, and every puppy parent needs! The expert advice, support and passion that Tiana provides has been invaluable and has provided me with peace of mind to know I am giving my Cavoodle the very best start in life."
Rebecca Thompson
“There is a reason Tiana is listed as an Outstanding Breeder on Right Paw! When commencing our puppy search, before Tiana received this award, she stood out among the rest for her training program and lifetime breeder support. After watching a series of her Instagram videos and meeting via video call, we knew that she was the breeder for us and would help us find a puppy to complement our lifestyle. As first time Oodle parents, her puppy preparation course was a wealth of knowledge and her on-going puppy training course continues to assist us with training since collecting our little man, Oslo. It is evident that Tiana is a dedicated breeder and educator of all things Cavoodle related. Her timely communication, reassurance, and passion to share her knowledge is unrivalled. We look forward to continuing our Oodleway journey with Tiana!”
Rachel & Dan
“Before coming across Tiana as a Breeder, I was worried about our own ability with a puppy, having not at one for so long. When I read about Tiana’s method,s I knew I had to have one of her dogs! After choosing her as our Breeder, I thought Tiana’s communication from the very first phone call was so professional and reassuring. At all times I felt like we were getting a puppy who was bred from the first moment with kindness, care and a mind to being the most settled and healthy pup in both body and mind possible. When we got Tink, it was like she came pre-programmed and we just needed to continue on with the same process to have her arrive at what I guess you would call “puppy goals” so much sooner than other puppies in our sphere. The closer we stuck with the program, the better. Plus we know many young dogs who still haven’t achieved those goals even at 12 months. And she still has not wrecked anything! We honestly accredit that to her early training and our continuing with that. For anyone else thinking of choosing Tiana as their Cavoodle Breeder, if you can, adopt your puppy from her. I have never experienced happier, better behaved puppies in my life. The start they get in Tiana’s care is astounding. The training she instills in them is incomparable. Raising them is clearly a full time role for her and the time and effort she puts into every pup in her care becomes your reward when your puppy comes home. She makes the transition from litter to the pup’s forever homes seamless.”
Marijke & Tink
“Before coming across Tiana as a Breeder, I was worried that I wouldn’t be able to meet the needs of raising a puppy. After choosing Tiana as our Breeder, i really valued her willingness to always help no matter what it is! We call it accessing the “Tiana Hotline” when I need to call, text or email you! It makes me feel so reassured and comforted to have you available throughout the puppy journey which made you stand out from other breeders. We have seen such a big difference between other Cavoodles and Oslo who has been raised on your program! We have had many comments from others about how well Oslo handles everyday life! It is evident the work you put into the puppies at an early age stands out as they transition to their forever homes and makes the transition much easier for new puppy parents. The most immediately noticeable benefits of your training when we brought Oslo home was his ability to manage a range of touch, sound and sights (desensitisation), manding skills, toilet training, crate training, sit, recall and walking on the lead. For anyone thinking of choosing Tiana as their Breeder - DO IT!”
Rachel, Dan & Oslo
“Tiana at River City Puppies is all I could ever want in a breeder. Aside from breeding the most beautiful puppies, she offers so much more. She is approachable, forthcoming and has a wealth of knowledge. Her take home package is exactly what I’d need as a new puppy Mum. Raising a puppy to fit my lifestyle is so important to me and I know that with her support, it is going to happen. The love and preparation she puts in to raising these puppies is incredible, and makes me feel so at ease. I have already learnt so much from her and am so grateful for her posts and her phone call. As I said to Tiana, even if I had to wait for a year, she’s the breeder I want to buy from. No doubt about it!”
Jessie Woldt
“The way you look after your puppies and raise them is just mindblowing. You can see you really care! I would love more than anything to be able to purchase a puppy from you.”
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“I am manifesting that one day I will be honoured to be a mum to one of your puppies”
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“You are incredible and, when the time comes, I can think of no one I’d rather adopt a puppy from.”
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“You are doing AMAZING! My mind is blown by how much is really involved…I am sure not all breeders are as dedicated and loving as you…I just wanted to let you know, I think you’re amazing! Those puppies are so lucky to be getting such a great start in life with you”
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