Welcome to Cavalier Rescue USA

Carter in Tulsa, OK

Here I am with my new family ❤️…

My name is Carter and I was born May 14^th, 2024. That may sound young to you, but I feel like I am older than my age. I was born in a stable (ok barn) with a lot of other dogs. I heard someone call it a puppy breeding facility. That’s a mouthful, but I am smart! After all, I just came to a nice house a few days ago and I already watched the other residents go through a dog door and up steps to get to comfy places like a bed and couch. I had that down pat in 1 day!

My brothers and sisters were sold to one man, but I was left behind because I had luxating…um patel….bad knees. My new foster mom has watched me run fast with another young dog here and couldn’t see any problem. Today I went to a vet who knows knees. He said my knees are perfect! Not only that, but I have a good heart, no pesky bugs, and got a few vaccina….shots! Could have left that part off! I got some heartworm and flea/tick prevention.

I am a very sweet, cute, playful and cuddly boy. One of my favorite positions is being held up on your shoulder. I can nestle into your neck and fall asleep. I love to fall asleep anywhere on or near you really. I also like to follow you everywhere. My foster mom says I need to stay back so that I’m not around her feet. I’m trying, but whatever she does is where I want to be! I like toys and will need to chew on things. I try not to put my teeth on your fingers or toes. My foster mom says that I’m very good about that. Now your shoes can be very appealing to me.

I have a good appetite and eat all my meals until they are gone. I will sleep in a crate, but I whine softly in the night sometimes. My mom takes me out to potty and I go back to sleep. I am still a little guy and have a small bladder. I potty when I go outside and need help being reminded to go out frequently. After all, I was raised in a barn so far in my 9 weeks of life! My foster mom thinks that I will do very well with housetraining, but I have only been in a house a few days.

I’ve been adopted to a loving family that has been on the waiting list for a while, so I am very excited to live in this house building and have more necks to cuddle and people to play with!

Winston in Twinsburg, OH

Hello, my name is Winston and I only have three legs. Some people say that I am a Tripawd, but my foster mama says I am a baby. I came to rescue when my mom had to move to a place where she couldn’t take me. It was sad.

I am seven years old, born 04/16/2017, and weigh about 17 pounds. I was a bit overweight when I arrived to foster, which made it hard for me to move. I was also shy at first, hiding behind a chair most of the day and cowering when people tried to pet my head. But those days are behind me now! Even though I had a rough time, I am now very mobile running freely through the carpeted areas of the house, including up and down the stairs.

I love all the head pats and even ask for this kind of attention. I love going for short walks on a leash, am potty trained and crate trained. I go outside on a leash every 4 hours during the day, but sleeps 8+ hours without a break.

My favorite activity is playing indoor fetch with soft, furry, squeaky toys. I like being brushed by my foster mama and was an A+ client for my professional grooming.

My foster mama sometimes watches me when I’m napping. She says she can see me dreaming. She is right! I am dreaming about my perfect family. The best kind of family for me would be one with high school aged children. Young running kids scare me because I sometimes can’t get out of their way fast enough. I would also do best as an only pet, for similar reasons.

According to my foster mom, light daily activity and careful weight management are essential for my health and happiness, in consideration of my Tripawd status and asymptomatic, early stage heart murmur. I’m fully vetted, vaccinated, neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date on heartworm medication.

If you are interested in adopting me, please complete our online application if you haven’t already and then email Sherry at morgans817@sbcglobal.net so she knows of your interest.

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Winston in Derby Line, VT

Update 7-25-24: We’ve received several promising applications for this pup so aren’t taking more for now. Thank you!

Do you need a camping buddy? Meet Winston or as his foster mom likes to call him Winnie! He is a joyous, playful, Blenheim Cavalier with curious brown eyes and a happy tail! Winston is looking for his forever family to provide him with puppy training, warm snuggles and endless love. Winston was born on 3-24-24, and shortly after, was released to the rescue through no fault of his own.

Winston loves to play with his toys, play fetch, chew everything and sleep on anyone, anywhere! He is learning to ring a bell to go outside, sit, be released to eat a meal, and recall (come). Winston is treat-motivated and wants to learn. Since Winston is still learning, his new family should be committed to continuing his training. Winston has started crate training and is doing well through the night with no accidents. He would prefer to be closer to his family, so a crate in the bedroom helps him fall right to sleep.

Winston loves snuggling and being with his family so someone who is home most of the day is a must. Winston does well riding in the car and enjoys running errands with his foster mom.

Winston is currently living with two small dogs, a cat and fostered kittens and two human sisters, ages 4 and 8. Winston loves everyone! He has done well in his foster home by watching and learning from his foster dog siblings.

Winston will do best in a home with a playful, young dog that can help him learn the routines and schedule of his new home. Winston loves children, visitors and cats! He has shown curiosity toward the family cat but has quickly learned to give her space.

Winston is up-to-date on immunizations and heart-worm/flea and tick prevention. He has recently completed treatment for Giardia. He will be rechecked by the vet and cleared prior to adoption. Winston’s new owner will need to have him neutered at nine months of age (December, 2024) and provide written verification from his vet to Cavalier Rescue USA. Winston has an overbite, although it has not been an issue, his new owner may need to discuss options with their vet once his adult teeth come in. It has been documented that Winston had a grade 1 heart murmur, but at his most recent vet appointment no heart murmur was detected.

See this sweet pup in action: Winston

If you are interested in Winston and feel you would be a match, please, complete our online application if you haven’t already. Then, email Barbara Blanchette at: blanchettebarbara06@gmail.com so she knows of your interest. Please note that this pup’s placement is being limited to applicants who live in New England.

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Karry in Saline, MI

Timid and inquisitive, Karry is the most lovable six-year-old Cavalier. She came to rescue after being retired from breeding. Once in rescue, Karry discovered how much she liked following around her foster sister and running in the yard.

Karry made herself very comfortable in her foster home after taking time to explore and become familiar with regular indoor noises. She had never been on a collar, harness, or leash prior to coming into foster care and is still working on her leash manners. She is comfortable with her collar and does best walking alongside her foster mom with a light, loose leash. Her forever family will need to continue working on her leash manners and teach her how to not get tangled up.

Karry is excellent with potty time when taken out regularly. She should be kept to a regular schedule of every 2-3 hours when awake and not in her crate. If she barks, Karry and her foster sister go out for potty time to “try” and then she is rewarded with treats. Karry will need someone who can offer patience, praise, and consistency when it comes to potty training.

Karry is incredibly shy and will hide herself in a corner or in her crate if she feels unsure or uncomfortable. Her crate is a place of comfort and she will easily sleep in there throughout the day or at night with the door open. Because she loves snuggling on the couch, she has also shown interest in the people bed. Anytime her foster family is running errands she is crated.

Karry has not shown an interest in dog toys, but when her foster sister is playing fetch, she loves to chase after her. She has also taken a liking to finding and hiding slippers! During the day, Karry takes naps on the couch or on a dog bed in her foster mom’s home office. She sleeps easily through the night without needing any potty breaks.

Karry requires some structure at mealtime as she is used to hiding and burying her food. She needs to be fed outside her crate and away from any blankets or she will knock over her dish to hide the kibbles. She is currently eating a low-calorie food twice per day and is working to get back to a healthy weight. She is a great passenger in the car, though she has a hard time getting settled because there is just so much to see! She likes car rides and has shown no signs of motion sickness. Karry is the sweetest dog, full of pep-in-her-step and unconditional love!

Karry would love a calm fur-ever home with someone home during the day for potty breaks and comfy blankies for snuggling! She does well with another canine companion. It is unknown how she is with younger children, but she very much loves the teenager in the neighborhood who visits regularly. She is afraid of things moving fast toward her head or over the top of her body (like unexpected pets from strangers). Because of her shyness, we are only considering applications from families with children older than 10. It is unknown how she interacts with cats. A fenced yard and short walks would also be important. She will settle in best at a fur-ever home with a routine and moderate activity levels.

Karry just got her teeth cleaned. She weighs 25 lbs, is spayed, micro-chipped, and up-to-date on her vaccinations. While in foster care, Karry was diagnosed with a grade 4 heart murmur and she’s taking pimobendan. The monthly cost for this medication is $100-150 (depending on the pharmacy), and she should visit a cardiologist every 6-12 months.

If interested, please complete our online application and then email June at June.cavaliers@gmail.com, so she knows of your interest.

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Nugget and Scutter in Somers, NY

Meet Nugget and Scutter. Nugget is a sweet, loving, 6 year old Blenheim Cavalier male who loves belly rubs, hugs and kisses. Scutter is a sweet, active and affectionate 5 year old tricolor boy. Sadly, Nugget and his best friend Scutter were surrendered by their elder owner due to health and financial issues. They must adopted together as they are a bonded pair.

Nugget is extremely overweight weighing in at 45 lbs. Since Nugget has been in his foster home he has been taking short walks several times a day and roaming an acre of fenced backyard and loving it. He gets along beautifully with the foster family’s three other Cavaliers and cat. Nugget is super friendly and greets everyone with a wagging tail.

He has a hard time getting up and down stairs and must be assisted/spotted so he doesn’t lose his footing. Nugget is very calm and spends his time laying near his buddy Scutter or near a family member. Nugget seems to have a slight hearing loss, but does respond to loud noises. Nugget has had a recent veterinary exam with great results! Heart is healthy, and thyroid is functioning normally. Weight loss of 15 lbs is recommended.

Nugget has displayed a little separation anxiety if he doesn’t see you or his buddy Scutter and will cry from time to time. I have yet to hear him bark. He is the easiest laid back cuddle bug. A diet plan with recommendations has been given by the veterinarian.

Scutter is a healthy sweet, spunky 5 year old tricolor male Cavalier who is Nugget’s shadow. They are truly the best of buddies. Scutter loves to be on the lap of his foster family where he enjoys belly rubs and kisses. He is a truly delightful pup and a joy to foster.

Scutter can be a little timid in the beginning, but warms up quickly. Scutter is playful, energetic, very loving and is always looking to give kisses. His favorite pastime is running around the yard with the other Cavaliers and going on adventures chasing squirrels. He’s a fun little guy!

Scutter is at a pretty good weight of 27 lbs. He tends to be a finicky eater, but seems to like the food we are giving him.

These two amazing Cavaliers have just had a big transition and have left the only home and owner they have ever known. It was a heart wrenching emotional hand off for both owner and dogs. This pair will do well with a mature family where they can get lots of love and attention. It is imperative that they remain together. These boys would be lost without each other.

If you are interested in adopting this pair please fill out our online application and then email Michelle Farnum at cavalierrescueny@gmail.com and let her know of your interest in these amazing Cavaliers.

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Cheerio in Paso Robles, CA

Hi! My name is Cheerio. I’m a healthy, handsome, 4-year-old Blenheim Cavalier with the cutest freckles on my nose! In fact, I’m so handsome, my breeder had plans to show me, but at 26 pounds, it turns out I’m too big! That’s okay – my foster parents think I’m the perfect size. In fact, they think I’m perfect, period.

I’m a loving, happy dog with the perfect balance of playful pup and cuddle bug. I’m great on a leash and love to take brisk walks around the neighborhood. I’m curious about everything, and my foster mom says I’m the cutest when I perk up my ears and try to figure out what’s going on in the world.

I’m great around other dogs – I currently live with 4 senior pups — but I’m not sure about cats or kids since there aren’t any in my foster home. We think I’d be okay with older, calm kids because I’m so friendly and sweet.

My health is good. I had a dental and some extractions, but I have plenty of teeth left. I was also neutered. I am heart healthy.

I’m house broken, although I won’t let you know when I need to go out, so you need to be home most of the time so I can learn my new poop schedule and be taken out regularly. I mostly take care of my business on my walks so a family with a strong walker, that is retired or works from home, who can exercise me would be perfect. I would do well in a home with other pups or by myself where I can get 100% of your lap and attention.

When it’s time to settle down, I’m an expert! I love to lay on the couch or in my bed, and if there’s a lap or a pillow for my head, that’s even better! I go to bed at night when told, and I sleep all night until my foster parents say it’s time to get up. Then I’m excited to see them and I’m ready for the day!

I love to be petted, hugged, and given lots of attention. If you are interested in adopting this wonderful Cavalier and live within a reasonable driving distance to Paso Robles, CA please fill out an adoption application (if you haven’t already) and then email our Northern California Coordinator Jessica Ford at smalldogbath@gmail.com to let her know of your interest.

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