Welcome to Cavalier Rescue USA

Cocoa in Castro Valley, CA

Meet cutie pie Cocoa, a 9-year-old Black and Tan Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with a heart as sweet and warm as the chocolate drink for which she’s named.

This gentle girl is the definition of calm, love, and sweetness. She’s happiest when she’s curled up beside you, napping and softly snoring the day away, but don’t let her love of lounging fool you, She adores her daily walks and will happily tell you that when getting leashed. Cocoa will even bring her leash and harness to her bed to sleep with them. She’s not really interested in toys but she is interested in her person and following them from room to room.

Cocoa is wonderfully easygoing and does beautifully with other dogs and children. She’s a quiet companion — no barking (except for a walk), just pure sweetness. She’s potty and crate trained, making her a dream for any home.

Cocoa came into rescue after her owner passed away. She had a dental while in foster care. We learned that she has a heart murmur and has been prescribed vetmedin. Like a lot of senior cavaliers, Cocoa is deaf but she understands hand signals to come and stay. She is simply calm, content, and happy to be wherever you are. Now this sweet girl is looking for a wonderful home in which to spend her golden years.

Cocoa needs a home with someone there most of the time to keep her company for very few alone hours. She is otherwise very easy to please but you will need to live within Northern California to be considered.

If you’re looking for a loving, gentle, and wonderfully mellow companion, Cocoa is ready to fill your home with affection and quiet joy. She can’t wait to meet her forever family.

If you think your home would be a good fit for this loving dog, please complete our online application, if you haven’t already done so, and let the regional coordinator know of your interest. Sarah Knudsen sayrahk@gmail.com
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Bandit in Portland, OR

Meet Bandit – A Gentle Soul Ready for His Forever Home

Bandit is a handsome male black and tan Cavalier born on April 20, 2022. Raised in a loving home but surrendered due to his owner’s health challenges, he is ready to find a new family to share his affection with.

While Bandit can be a little shy at first, he is incredibly devoted once he warms up. He is good with people and other dogs and has previously lived peacefully with a cat. He is calm and curious with strangers, though his shyness sometimes prevails. He recently excelled at a vet visit, displaying great confidence, and he rarely barks except when it is time to eat.

Bandit currently lives with two other dogs in his foster home and is doing beautifully. Although he was never left alone in his previous home, he settles nicely when his foster family steps out, likely comforted by his canine companions. While his behavior with children is unknown, his easygoing temperament suggests he may do well with respectful introductions.

He is discovering the joy of walking for fun and would thrive in a patient home that will continue to build his confidence. He is also playful and enjoys a game of fetch. Bandit has never been crate trained and prefers sleeping on the couch rather than in a bed.

Completely housebroken, Bandit is very agreeable when asked to go outside. He will stand by the door when he needs to go but does not always signal otherwise. Notably, he has not had a single accident during his transition into foster care.

Bandit is a healthy, tall boy weighing 28 pounds (though his vet recommends losing a few pounds). He is currently on a special chicken-free, low-fat diet due to potential food sensitivities and a past episode of suspected pancreatitis. His vet believes this diet may also help manage his history of ear infections. Because he was fed table food in the past, he will need continued training to curb begging. Bandit is very smart and will thrive with consistency and structure.

If you can offer Bandit the patience and love he needs to continue growing, and live near the Greater Portland area, please complete our online adoption application (if you haven’t previously) then email Cindy at cseakastner@gmail.com to let her know that you are interested in adopting Bandit.

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Buddy in Broken Arrow, OK

Here’s a photo of Buddy with his new family.

Hi! I’m Buddy!

If you are looking for a fun friend, I’m right here!

At just a bit over one year old, there is a lot of puppy charm left in me. I make people laugh with my antics.

For example, I love to watch horses on TV. I fly around the room chasing them until they disappear behind the big screen… but I’ll also curl myself tightly against your elbow while you read a book.

I’m dark and handsome, but I have a pretty white blaze on my chest. Trust me when I tell you it makes me easier to find in the dark!

I also have this amazing mustache that peeps out under my extra-long, silky ears. My foster Dad says it’s the cutest of my cute features.

I’m a curious, happy fellow who loves to play, explore and learn new things.

I might seem a little overwhelmed in new situations, but if you are there to encourage me, I’ll be comfortable in no time. I pick up routines quickly.

Sometimes I do things a little differently from other dogs. If I got outside, for example, my foster Mom says I’ll come to “Bye, Buddy” much better than “Come.” It’s still the right decision, isn’t it …as long as I show up?

I’m looking for an active family who will include me in their adventures such as walks, hikes and training classes. I have “potential,” whatever that is.

You see, I came from what my foster parents call an “unfortunate situation.” They’ve spent the last few months building my confidence and getting me healthy. Now I’m ready to learn new behaviors and some tricks, please.

I had a skin condition that made me really itchy and ruptured eardrums from infections. After some time with a veterinary dermatologist and good medications, I’m now comfortable and I can hear a bag opening three rooms away.

I might need some special baths to keep my skin in good condition. I think of that as a spa day, because I come out feeling so refreshed!

I walk well with my harness and leash, but I’d like to sniff the trees and other interesting stuff for a minute.

Do you have a good supply of sticks for me to chew and carry around as my prize possessions? We could hunt for them together on our walks!

Update: We had a very qualified family waiting for the right dog for a long time. They met Buddy, and he was adopted immediately.