Welcome to Cavalier Rescue USA

Ashleigh in Cranston, RI

Meet Ashleigh, a beautiful Blenheim Cavalier girl with a heart full of love and resilience. While her paperwork lists her as 5 years old, we believe this sweet lady is 8+ years old. Ashleigh came to us after a life as a breeding dog, carrying the effects of years of neglect. When she arrived, she was suffering from a double ear infection, a UTI, hookworms, fleas, and ulcers on both eyes. Thanks to the devoted care of her loving foster mom, Ashleigh has made incredible progress and is well on her way to recovery.

At a recent veterinary visit, Ashleigh was diagnosed with a grade 4 heart murmur. Fortunately, X-rays showed no enlargement of her heart. She will also receive an echocardiogram before she is placed in her forever home so her future family has the best understanding of her health needs. Ashleigh also has a small hernia, most likely the result of the many pregnancies she endured during her breeding years. Our veterinarian believes it is cosmetic and does not require treatment. Ashleigh weighs 14 lbs. She is not yet fully house trained so will need frequent potty breaks and consistent reinforcement.

Despite everything she has been through, Ashleigh remains one of the happiest little dogs you could ever meet. Since leaving breeding life behind and discovering the “good life,” she has truly blossomed. She greets everyone with joy and is always eager to make new friends. Ashleigh is the definition of a velcro dog — she wants nothing more than to be close to her people, preferably snuggled in their arms or curled up beside them. Her dream home would include lots of love, gentle companionship, and, most importantly, a spot in the big bed at night.

Ashleigh is finally ready to leave the first chapter of her life behind and begin the one she has always deserved — a life filled with love, comfort, companionship, and endless snuggles. Could you be the one to give this sweet girl her happily ever after? If you are home much of the time and think you could be a great fit for Ashleigh, please submit an application if you haven’t already and then email Jill Kitson at cavaliersinri@gmail.com.

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Apollo in Franklin, PA

Apollo is the sweetest, most loving boy you will ever meet. This handsome pup was born 03/09/2025. He came into foster care due to changing circumstances with his family, and he has adapted incredibly well to life in his foster home.

Apollo thrives in a busy environment and absolutely adores his foster siblings — both human and canine. He is a true Velcro dog who always wants to be wherever his people are. Despite loving companionship, he is fully crate trained and finds comfort in his crate during daytime naps and at bedtime.

He has been around cats, toddlers, and older children, and he loves them all equally. Apollo is very curious on walks and enjoys letting everyone know he’s in the neighborhood, happily barking when another dog or friend passes by.

Like many young dogs, Apollo is constantly on the go and still has some puppy tendencies. But when it’s time to relax, he becomes the ultimate lap dog. He loves cuddling on the couch, giving kisses, and soaking up affection from his people.

Apollo can occasionally find himself in a bit of mischief if left unsupervised and will happily chew anything he discovers on the floor. He would love a giant toy bin of his very own! He especially enjoys playing fetch and chasing all kinds of balls. He is smart, attentive, knows his name, and follows simple commands well. Because he loves to explore, a fenced-in yard or an active family committed to frequent walks would be ideal. Apollo has also shown that he is incredibly fast and agile while in foster care and would likely excel in agility activities or training.

Apollo weighs approximately 19 pounds and is highly food motivated. He enjoys eating his dry kibble from a slow feeder bowl with a little water added to help pace his eating. He is up to date on all vaccinations, neutered, and microchipped.

When Apollo first came into care, he had cherry eye. He underwent surgery to correct it, but unfortunately the condition returned several weeks later. After working closely with the veterinarian, Apollo had a second surgery, and thankfully his cherry eye now appears to be fully resolved.

Apollo is still working on house training. At this stage, he does best when taken outside frequently — ideally every hour — and when his family closely watches for cues that he needs to go out. He is very smart, and with consistency and patience, he is making progress and will continue to improve.

Apollo would thrive in a home where someone is present much of the day and willing to continue working patiently on his house training. He would love having another dog sibling to follow around and learn from, but would also be fine as a solo pup. Apollo would also do well in a home with children, as long as toys and chewable items are kept picked up and out of reach.

If you are interested in adopting Apollo, fill out our online application if you haven’t already done so. Then, email Rescue Coordinator Melissa MacMullin at cavalierrescueusapa@gmail.com so she knows of your interest.

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PA license: 16547

Teddy in Longmont, CO

Let’s meet Teddy! As with Velcro Cavaliers, Teddy’s motto, along with his mission in life is, “You will never be alone again! I will be your forever best friend!” and… “You will never be alone again!” This works because Teddy has a heart full of love and devotion that he will happily share with his new forever family!

Teddy came in to rescue due to anxiety/separation issues in his first two homes. In foster care, Teddy has been carefully monitored with daily anxiety medication and he is doing so much better. From the moment he arrived at his foster home, Teddy has been discovering that life doesn’t have to be so scary. He is happiest being in the home hanging out with his foster mom or enjoying the companionship of his foster siblings in his own private fenced secure and safe backyard. Teddy loves to play and meet other little dogs. He loves to meet people… as long as he is with his foster mom! Teddy has decided that the outside world is big and kind of scary unless his foster mom is there to keep him safe and secure.

Teddy is a sweet little Blenheim boy who will turn three years old on June 28^th. His birthday wish is to find his forever family, who will understand him and love him to the moon and back! He is a perky, fun little guy who is so darned cute that he will melt your heart!

Teddy enjoys a regular routine, a calm household, kitties and being with you! He knows a few basic commands…sit, stay and dance on hind legs for a treat. Teddy is an early riser! Up with the sun or a bit before… mornings make Teddy very tail-waggin’ happy… he absolutely loves mornings! After breakfast, potty time and a treat, it’s game on! His stuffed toys provide the entertainment… favorite morning games are “Where’s your Puppy?” “Get that Gumby!” and “Find the Creature!” Teddy also loves backyard zoomies…and WOW, he is fast!

Evenings are bit more mellow… Teddy would like you to go to bed early evening time … 7:30 pm. When this doesn’t happen, he will find a spot near you and snooze away, waking up every now and then to make sure you have not tip-toed away. A perfect evening for Teddy is when you do go to bed early to snuggle and read a book. However, if Teddy goes to bed too early, you will find yourself up in the wee small hours of the morning for potty time.

What else does Teddy enjoy? He will go for short walks near his foster home, but prefers to go out and about in a puppy pouch. It keeps him close to his foster mom and is the perfect spot to be petted and admired by all who meet him. Going out for coffee is great as long as there is a nice lap to sit on. Shopping is fun and can be a nice, safe adventure. Everyone thinks Teddy is just the cutest little guy!

Teddy is at his perfect weight of 15 pounds. He is microchipped and current on necessary vaccinations. He had a wellness exam while in foster care which included a negative heartworm test, no physical problems were found and no heart murmur was detected. His teeth are in good shape and did not need a dental cleaning. Physically, he is in great shape!

Teddy is on a daily anxiety medication which is less than $10 a month. The medication can be adjusted depending upon how active his day may be or if he might be alone at home when his foster mom needs to run to the grocery store or run errands without him. Teddy can be picky about eating breakfast but is enthusiastic about eating supper. His perfect home would be a family or special someone who will understand his separation anxiety and his fear of the outside world. Being patient, loving and kind is a must!

The perfect home would have other small, friendly dogs for Teddy to play with and add security to his world. Teddy enjoys short, quiet walks around the neighborhood as long as he is walked with a sibling or two. Having other dogs in the household is a must! When Teddy becomes anxious in the outside world, he will sit down, refuse to move, look up at you with his big brown eyes and wait to be picked up by you. Teddy loves car rides that have no destination…he is very happy and calm driving around.

Teddy is the perfect companion if you are a home body. He needs to be near his person most of the time. His separation anxiety might become better with time but there is no guarantee. Teddy is sweet, loving and deserving of finding a forever home that is a perfect fit for him and for you. He had two former homes before coming to rescue and his foster mom wants to make sure that the third time is the charm for little Teddy. All he wants is to be with you, usually at home and to feel safe and secure.

Please give careful consideration before applying to adopt Teddy. If you believe that you can offer the kind of home environment that Teddy needs to thrive and be happy, please fill out the on-line application.

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If you already have an active application, please contact Carolyn to let her know of your interest in Teddy at CarolynCKCS@comcast.net

King in Houston, TX

Yes, he is majestic! King is a beautiful Blenheim boy who is 9-years old (dob 12-11-2016). King came into rescue because his owners knew he needed more time and attention than they could provide. He has been very loved and well cared for.

King is neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. He has no audible heart murmur. He has some allergies, and he is hearing impaired. King has been taught hand signals and knows Sit and Stay. Precautions for owning a deaf dog include never going off leash unless they are in a completely enclosed area, using caution on walks, consider a GPS tracker and collar marked “Deaf Dog”. You should avoid startling a deaf dog, especially when sleeping. Make sure he is aware when you are leaving to minimize anxiety and keep him on a regular routine. Another canine companion in the home would be helpful so he can follow their lead.

This pup is extremely sweet and loving! King loves to snuggle with his people and is good with kids. King gets along with other dogs and cats, but birds beware! He is well behaved in the car, at the vet and for the groomer. King loves to play with toys and can entertain himself. He prefers to sleep with you and will bark if crated. He can be food obsessed so you will need to keep people food out of his reach and keep him on a healthy diet.

Don’t miss out on this special boy! His foster mom says he’s the best little teddy bear ever!

If you are interested in adopting King, please complete our online application if you haven’t already and then get in touch with Sheri Cromwell at LuckyCavaliersTX@gmail.com.

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Mazzy in Dillsburg, PA

Mazzy came to her foster home a very shy and scared girl. She was owned by a breeder, but we were told that in 3 years she never had a litter. Everyday she became more comfortable in her new home and she has transformed into a new dog. She has overcome many of her past worries, but still needs a calm and patient family to help her feel secure.

Mazzy has many common Cavalier qualities. She has to have eyes on her Foster Mom at all times. She isn’t necessarily a lap dog, but the couch is her favorite place and she loves to cuddle up next to you. She gets excited to go out in the yard, but she does not know how to walk on a leash. This is one area where her past still affects her and she will freeze when attached to a leash. She has enjoyed walks outside in a front pack and a stroller would be another good option.

Mazzy will sleep much of the day and play with toys a little, but she doesn’t require a ton of activity. She sleeps great at night in her crate and doesn’t make a peep. She does not like to be left alone for too long though. She would prefer to be with her family most of the day. She is crated when we leave the house. If she isn’t crated, she will have more separation anxiety, even if left alone for a short time.

She is tiny but mighty. Mazzy has found her voice and will bark to alert when visitors arrive, but calms after greeting new people. She is very sweet with humans, but more dominant with her foster brothers, even though they are bigger than her. She can be protective of toys and Mom. She would be best suited as an only dog.

Mazzy is a very healthy pup! She has no health issues, is a good weight at 15 lbs, and has a great appetite. She is easy to groom and even though her fur isn’t long, she should be brushed often. She will tolerate teeth brushing, nail trimming and even a bath… but she doesn’t love it. She uses pet steps to get on the couch, but she hasn’t tried to get in the human bed.

If you are looking for a sweet and loyal companion, you won’t find a better pal! If you would like to potentially adopt Mazzy, please complete the online application if you don’t already have one on file and then email Melissa at cavalierrescueusapa@gmail.com so she knows you are interested.

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PA license: 16547

Willie in Broken Arrow, OK

Here is Willie with his new dad…

My name is Willie and I am around a year old. My birthday is unknown because I was rescued from a breeding operation with lots of others and we had nothing but our charm and good looks! I was taken to the vet and I was healthy except for ear infections. They were treated and now I have clean, healthy ears! I was neutered, got Heartworm and flea prevention, had my vaccinations, a microchip and sent to my foster home with a dad and some other Cavalier friends.

I am active and love to play with other dogs and toys (and chew up dog beds and foster dad’s pillows). I am learning how to control myself and respond to NO. Even though I am young, my early months were spent without much human contact. It has taken a long time and lots of support from my foster dad to learn that being with people is a positive and rewarding experience. I still need to approach you first because I will spook or jump away if you reach for me, particularly if I don’t see you initially.

I have discovered the TV and will bark if I see a dog on the big screen. I know how to use the dog door and will run back and forth taking toys outside and chasing the squirrels and barking at the golfers. I use the outside to potty most of the time but still forget myself inside if I am too busy.

I have a good appetite and am food motivated. I am not leash trained at this time, but I am quick to learn new things. I need a securely fenced back yard to run and play safely. I love to be with other dogs and have attached to one at my foster dad’s. We like to be together. My foster dad says that I am lots of fun and that I make him laugh every day.

Willie was adopted by one of our qualified applicants! Have a good life Willie!