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Bodhi in Charlotte, NC

Here is Bodhi with his new family, right in time for Christmas festivities!

Meet Bodhi! He came to rescue after his owner became ill and could no longer care for him.

Bodhi is an energetic 1.5-year-old Ruby Cavalier male who is playful, yet mild natured, loves to explore in the backyard, and loves to cuddle on or near his foster parents. Bodhi is very timid around new people and needs time to warm up to new surroundings, but once he starts to feel comfortable, he will show you all the lovable characteristics that Cavaliers have to offer. His confidence has been growing at a slow but steady pace at his foster home, and his foster parents have loved every new moment he opens up a little more and shows off his fun personality. He loves to play fetch with his stuffed animals and chew on safe chew bones. He really lights up when he gets to play with other dogs – so much so that it is very clear that his forever family should have a young like sized playful canine playmate for Bodhi to spend countless hours playing with. Bodhi has also done great around children and seems to warm up to them faster than he warms up to new adults.

Bodhi is mostly house trained, but might have an accident every now and then if he hasn’t had frequent potty breaks. After adjusting to his new foster home, he became a good eater, finishing all his meals when served. He enjoys going for walks and does well on a leash. He is a great sleeper and hopes that his new owners will let him sleep in the big bed with them. He loves to snuggle and get tummy rubs. He does great on car rides and sits or lays down in his car seat and never makes a peep! He is not the biggest fan of his crate but does just fine napping in it while his foster parents run a few errands.

In recent weeks, Bodhi has been neutered, microchipped, treated for ear mites and an ear infection and tapeworms. He has completed his ear treatments and been given a completely clean bill of health.

Bodhi needs an active family with a young or playful like-sized dog to entertain Bodhi, and a fenced backyard. His owners will need to continue to work on socializing Bodhi and helping him gain confidence. He’ll need daily leash walks and lots of snuggles. A family with someone at home most of the day is required, as he is not used to much alone time in his foster home and doesn’t like being left alone. As mentioned above, he did great when he was around kids, although he has not been around newborns, so a home with mature respectful dog savvy kids would be fine.

To our knowledge he has never been around cats, so a home without cats is best.

If you meet the criteria for Bodhi and live within a reasonable driving distance to Charlotte, NC, please complete our online application, if you haven’t do so already. Then, please email NC Rescue Coordinator, Angie, at nccavalierrescuemom@gmail.com, and let her know of your interest.

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Peaches in Beaverton, OR

Meet Peaches, a mellow 5-year-old ruby Cavalier whose greatest joy is being with his person. With his sweet and gentle spirit, Peaches is a loyal companion who will win your heart the moment you meet him. And this sweetheart loves to give kisses!

Peaches is a larger Cavalier that came into rescue quite overweight. He has lost seven pounds since being in rescue and is happier and more active. He gets along great with his foster Cavalier brother but can be protective of food and treats. Peaches loves playing with toys; tug-of-war is a favorite, as is chasing the ball. He is housebroken and has had no accidents in his foster home. He is crate-trained and rides well in the car.

Peaches is fairly healthy with no heart murmur. His recent blood work was excellent, and he is up to date on vaccinations and microchipped. However, he has a few special medical needs. Peaches has a partially collapsed larynx, which causes some narrowing and can make breathing difficult and noisy, especially during sleep. It does not affect his ability to bark. He must stay in a cool environment, especially in hot weather. He will benefit most from continued weight loss.

Peaches also has emerging pigmentary keratitis, and keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) or dry eye, in both eyes and is currently on over-the-counter eye drops twice a day. He will need to be retested for KCS in the future and may require prescription eye medication.

Peaches loves his time outside almost as much as eating! Due to his exercise intolerance, he must take short walks, always with a harness. He gets excited and barks when he sees dogs he does not know but is very friendly upon meeting them. A home with a securely fenced yard is needed, which will give him a safe space to sniff, explore, and bark at squirrels.

Peaches has lived with other dogs most of his life and happily shares his home. He could also thrive as an only dog, receiving all your love and attention. A home with low alone hours, plenty of love, and a fenced yard is best for Peaches. Older children (10+) also should be fine.

If you would like to meet Peaches and give him a forever home, please complete the online application (if you haven’t previously) and email Cynthia Kastner at cseakastner@gmail.com to let her know you’d like to be considered.

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Bri in Harrisburg, PA

Here is Bri with her new family…

Bri is a pretty 1.5 year old Ruby Cavalier who is on the small side at 12 pounds. When Bri was a tiny puppy she had a seizure that was attributed to hypoglycemia. She was not the best eater and would only eat once a day. Shortly before she came into rescue she had an episode where she was slight wobbly and was staring off into space. Her family felt that they may be unable to give her the care for her so she was released to rescue.

Since coming into rescue Bri has been happily eating two meals a day with no issues, although she does not like to eat in her crate! We did not observe any unusual episodes in the several months that that she was in rescue. She did see the veterinarian while in rescue. He said he did not see anything unusual with her but she may have exhibited signs of fly catchers syndrome before she came to rescue. Her new family will need to monitor her.

Bri is a very outgoing girl who really, really likes to be around people! In fact, her nickname in her foster family is the ‘Ruby Shadow’! She loves all people and has visited at a local nursing home and gone to church meetings. She was a star both places! However, Bri does not like to be left for long periods of time at home alone in her crate. The ideal home for Bri would be one that would take her out frequently to be with people, take her to work with them or who would be able to be home with her most of the time.Bri would be an excellent pet therapy dog.

Bri gets along well with her Cavalier foster siblings but is a little unsure about the big rambunctious dogs in the foster house so she ideally will have another small dog in her new family. She also got along well with the cat that she stayed with when she first came into foster care.

Bri is house-trained but needs to be carefully watched because her signal to go out is simply to look at the door. She is also crate trained and will sleep happily in her crate for the entire night.

If you are looking for a young dog who will want to go places and do things with you, Bri just may be the perfect fit! If this is the girl for you, please complete our online application if you haven’t already done so. Then email Melissa MacMullin at cavalierrescueusapa@gmail.com and ask to be considered as a family for Bri!

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PA license: 16547

Bella in Wakeman, OH

Here is Bella with her new dad…

Hello everyone! I am Bella, a gorgeous two-year-old Ruby Cavalier. I was rescued by a good Samaritan and placed into a foster home.

I am very nimble and fast! I love to run and jump! Foster Mom says that I will need a securely fenced yard with at least a 48-inch high fence. I love to chase the squirrels, birds and leaves that are flying about.

I also enjoy exploring the bike path on our walks.

There is an outside cat that lives here, and we get along very nicely. I also have a Cavalier Foster brother, and we are very good friends. Often we will curl up on the bed and snooze together.

I ride very well in the car. We go to the park for some of our walks.

The one place I do not like to go is the vet. I went there recently and had my vaccines updated. Then I had to go back and spend the whole night there when I was spayed. Was I ever happy to see Foster Mom when she came back to get me!

I am crate-trained, however, I do not like to sleep in my crate at night. I want someone to snuggle up with, and sleep in their bed.

During the day I will often snuggle in right by Foster Mom or Foster Dad. I love taking naps with Foster Dad on the couch! Foster Brother says that I often dream and bark softly in my sleep.

I know the commands “sit” and “wait.” I am better “sit” because I know good things, like a treat, can be involved with that one. Foster Mom and Dad say that I am energetic, and I walk pretty well on a leash.

I am house-trained, but do not know how to ask to go outside for a potty break. I will need someone home most of the time, such as a retired person or someone who works from home. (I have been left for a few hours with no problems at all.) I have not had any accidents in my foster home. My Foster Mom says I am very respectful their home.

I am fond of playing with the toys, and love to chew on hard bones.

I am a true cuddle bug, and just love to be on a lap.

If interested in adopting me, please complete our online application, (if you haven’t already.) Then email Sherry Morgan at morgans817@sbcglobal.net so she knows of your interest.
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Rollo in Peoria, AZ

Here is Rollo with his new family…

Hi! It’s me, Rollo! I’m a 19-pound, 2-year-old male Ruby Cavalier born April 26, 2023. I love tennis balls! I love tuggie toys! I love running zoomies with my foster sister! I love hanging out at the shallow end of the pool! But sometimes, I just want to snuggle with my person! I’m an honest-to-goodness love bug! I am happiest when I’m with my humans and prefer to have someone at home with me. I’m also happy to go places with you!

Because I have lots of energy, an active family is what I’m looking for. I don’t take kindly to children, so an adult home will be best. It would be great if there was another dog in the home who loves to play like I do. I’m also very prey driven! I will not do well in a home where birds or small critters are kept as pets, either indoors or outdoors.

Do you like car rides? I do, too! I love adventure and exploring new places. I love taking walks in the neighborhood and sniffing all the wonderful smells. I’ve been told I’d make a terrific hiking buddy, because in addition to exploring, I also love to climb on everything!

Did I mention I love mealtimes? And treat time, too! I’m learning to wait for my name to be called before taking a treat. And I’m learning to take my treat “easy”. I guess that’s because I get so excited at treat time. Who doesn’t!

Sometimes I play a little too rough, so I need a family who can help me set boundaries. I will do best with a dog-experienced family, to ensure I can continue my training and become your best-behaved boy ever.

In my previous home, I displayed a bit of food aggression, so my foster parents are feeding me in a separate area and there have been no issues at mealtimes. I’m a super-fast eater, so a slow feeder bowl works best for me. I have a bit of a queasy stomach, so the vet recommended a small amount of omeprazole. I take this with my breakfast and I’m good for the whole day!

If given the chance, I love running out the front door and off down the street, so a secure backyard and front entry door will be a must in my new home. My foster parents are working with me to come when I’m called, but I will need to continue working on this skill.

I’ve recently been neutered, microchipped, and my vaccines are all current. I weigh 19 lbs. My teeth are perfect, so I didn’t need dental cleaning when I visited the vet. My heart is also in good shape! I take 5mg omeprazole daily for my sensitive stomach, otherwise my health is perfect! I’ve also recently learned to go outside for potty. However, in a new home, I may need some reminders. Having a regular outdoor schedule will also help.

When I first came into Rescue, I would mark, both indoors and outdoors. But since I’ve been neutered, that has almost stopped. Going into a new environment might be a little challenging at first, so I may need some reminders.

At bedtime, my foster parents hand out dental chews! I love those so much! They tell me, “Rollo, go to bed!” and I run right into my crate. That’s where I get my dental chew. After that, it’s lights out, and I sleep all through the night.

There’s just one more thing you should know about me. I would LOVE to have a family of my very own! If you think you could be my family, go right to the online adoption application (if you haven’t already done that), complete the form, then send an email to Carolyn at smallpaws4@mac.com and let her know you are interested in adding me to your family!

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Cooper in Virginia Beach, VA

Here is Cooper with his new family…

Meet Cooper, in Virginia Beach, VA! Cooper is a playful, funny, four-year-old commercial breeder stud release who’s finally ready to be loved — and to give lots of love in return. He gives the best soft kisses.

He spends his days close to his foster mom, who works from home, and enjoys hanging out with his canine foster brother. Cooper loves playing fetch and never turns down a squeaky toy or a good bone to chew. He’s an enthusiastic explorer of the fenced yard and is learning quickly to walk nicely on a harness — though walks are still at his pace, with plenty of time to sniff and take in the big, exciting world around him!

Cooper’s absolute favorite thing in the world is snuggling on the couch. He adores being near his people and will happily nap in your lap whenever he gets the chance.

Since leaving his puppy mill life behind, Cooper has experienced a lot of separation anxiety and feels most secure when he knows where his people are. He is crate-trained for very short periods, though he will bark and cry at first when you leave. At bedtime, he sleeps well in a crate kept beside your bed — if he can see you. Of course, his dream scenario is to snuggle up in the “big bed” with his humans if allowed. Cooper sleeps through the night and doesn’t need to go out until morning.

This handsome guy still has lots of puppy energy and will thrive with playtime, basic training, a fenced yard, and lots of cuddle time.

Cooper gets along wonderfully with his three-year-old foster brother and loves to chase him around the yard. His compatibility with cats is unknown. He’s a happy, tail-wagging sweetheart who’s great with kids of all ages and will make a wonderful addition to any family. Cooper will do best with a family that has another small dog.

Cooper is up to date on vaccinations, neutered, and microchipped. He weighs 28 lbs.

If you live within reasonable driving distance of his foster home and think Cooper might be the perfect fit for your family — he can’t wait to meet you! Please fill out the online adoption application if you haven’t already then email Diane Lombardo at cavalierrescueusamdwv@gmail.com so she knows of your interest in this sweet boy.

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