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Charlotte in Oxnard, CA

Meet Charlotte — A Little Girl with a BIG Heart!

Charlotte is a beautiful 3-year-old Tricolor Cavalier Spaniel who is happiest when she is surrounded by people, other dogs, and all the little joys life has to offer. She has enjoyed the best of all the golden days of summer and is ready to make new friends, explore fall crisp mornings, cozy naps, and find her ideal new family. She will happily greet everyone she meets along the way of her daily outings.

Charlotte loves her walks and considers them the perfect opportunity to say hello to the humans and dogs she encounters. She’s social, curious, and just genuinely happy to be out exploring the world. When it comes to dinner time… well, Charlotte has her own special way of celebrating! She runs, jumps, and dances in circles on her hind legs while her meal is being prepared. This sweet girl is very food motivated!

Charlotte weighs 16 pounds, and she is now up to date on core vaccines, she was spayed, had her ears flushed, a fecal exam, nails trimmed and had a radiograph of her hips. No murmur was detected. Her veterinarian suspects Charlotte may have mild hip dysplasia, but this happy girl hasn’t let that slow her down one bit. She is playful, active, and full of life.

Her forever family will want to continue monitoring her hips with their veterinarian, but Charlotte is much too busy enjoying life to worry about it. She is stronger than when she arrived in foster care with a daily routine of a joint supplement to help with mobility, mild exercise to strengthen her leg, and oversight on her tendency to jump up on furniture. The addition of a ramps and doggie steps are suggested to help her navigate getting up as she is inclined to do.

Charlotte would love a home where she doesn’t have to spend long hours alone. Having another friendly dog or even two would be wonderful for her because Charlotte truly enjoys canine companionship. She has not been cat tested.

A secure fenced yard would also be a big plus. Charlotte loves to sniff, explore and investigate all the interesting smells, or simply stretch out in the sunshine and watch the world go by. Charlotte has tried to find the local neighborhood possum, but so far has not been successful.

More than anything, Charlotte needs a family who will love her, include her, and let her be part of their everyday life. She loves car rides and simply being with you. She has so much love to give and is ready to find the people she can finally call her own.

If you are looking for a devoted companion to include in a family routine. Charlotte may just be your girl. Please complete an online adoption application if you haven’t done so already and then email Donna at d_beirne@yahoo.com to let her know you would like to be considered for Charlotte’s new family.
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Lacy in Tulsa, OK

Say hello to Lacy from Tulsa, Oklahoma! Lacy is a stunning 6-year-old tricolor Cavalier who once worked as a breeder but has since blossomed in the care of her foster family.

At first, she was a bit shy, but she quickly grew attached to her foster mom. After a vet visit, she was spayed, had a dental (only one tooth lost!), and was treated for ear infections. One ear drum had a small tear, but now her ears are sparkling clean! Lacy weighs 17 pounds and is in great health with no heart issues, a solid structure, and a heart full of love!

Lacy is the ultimate Velcro dog. She’s a supermodel of companionship, always sticking close to her foster mom’s side. She loves joining her foster brother and sister outside but is always the first to come back inside. Fully house trained, she uses the dog door like a champ, with zero accidents. She really enjoys the other Cavaliers and follows them outside to run.

Toys aren’t really her thing, but she has a funny habit of shredding paper she finds around the house. She’s picked up great manners and is learning to wait calmly by doors. She’s a natural little watch dog and will bark at dogs on TV or outside, though she warms up to visitors once they sit down and say hello. She has improved with her shyness and is more accepting of new people in her environment.

Lacy is microchipped and on heartworm, flea, and tick prevention. She’s a fantastic eater, always polite at mealtimes, and adores ear rubs and gentle brushing. Though she didn’t know leashes before, she’s learning to walk on one and improving every day.

Lacy is a true joy. She’s grateful, alert, and completely devoted to being with her person. She’ll curl up in her special couch spot right next to you, just waiting for cuddles, and she’d love a home where she can sleep by your side.

If you are within a day’s drive to Tulsa, Oklahoma, please fill out an application (if you haven’t already) and email Janis Stauffer at okstauffer@aol.com to let her know of your interest. Lacy looks forward to her forever home!

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Chevy in Chicago, IL

Chevy is a 4-year-old Tricolor male Cavalier. When their work schedules became increasingly demanding, Chevy’s previous family made the very difficult and selfless decision to entrust him to Cavalier Rescue USA. They loved Chevy and knew that he would thrive in a home where someone is home most of the day and can give him the companionship, attention, and love he so enjoys. They made this decision because they wanted what was best for Chevy, and we’re grateful they trusted us to find him that perfect home.

We happily accepted him. He has been in foster care for about a month and he is now ready to meet his forever family.

Chevy is an independent guy but also loves to snuggle up and curl up next to his human(s) to relax. Since being in his foster home, he spends a lot less time out of his kennel. At night he is free to roam the house in contained areas. He moves from space to space throughout the night. During the day he is at home with his foster mom and enjoys his time sunbathing inside and outside, exploring the neighborhood on walks and enjoying tons of attention from his grade school foster humans. An ideal home would allow Chevy a lot of time outside of his kennel and someone who is home most of the time.

Chevy is dog social and gets very excited to meet dogs on leash in fact a bit over excited and doesn’t know how yet to calmly meet another dog. We are working on that. Inside the house, he is being fostered with another dog, but he seems indifferent. He would do well with a very calm dog or no dog at all as he prefers to be the center of attention.

Chevy is an expressive little boy and gets so excited for walks even at the site of his leash he starts letting you know he’s ready to go. He loves a sniff walk where he gets to stop and slowly sniff and look around, but can also be redirected for a nice brisk fast walk.

Chevy doesn’t seem to be bothered by noises – sirens, thunder or any other loud noises. He is being fostered in a neighborhood where there’s many noises and he has acclimated well.

Chevy’s house trained and stands by the door when he is needing to go out. He is kennel trained but is trusted outside his kennel for short errands. He is still being kenneled for longer durations but could easily be a crate free dog eventually.

His previous family taught him some commands, such as sit, a gentle no and paw. He is motivated by food, so could easily be trained to do more tricks.

Chevy is 17.5 lbs, neutered, up to date on vaccines preventatives. He had a recent dental cleaning before coming to foster care as well.

If Chevy sounds like he might be a good fit to join your family please complete the online application if you haven’t already and then email Meg Hutson Eisenmenger at Cavalierrescuemeg@gmail.com so she knows of your interest.

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Lexi and Lincoln in Plymouth, MI

Sweet and Sweeter!

Meet Lexi and Lincoln, a delightful pair of 8-year-old Cavaliers who came into rescue when the toddler in their young human family developed a pet allergy. Lincoln is a 24 lb, happy-go-lucky Blenheim male. Lexi is three months younger and a sweet, loyal 18 lb. tri-colored female. Lincoln instantly loves every human he meets, while Lexi is a little more reserved when meeting new people. But her shyness doesn’t last long. In short order, she is trying to snuggle into your lap while Lincoln is covering you in kisses!

Both dogs are thriving in their foster home where there is a regular routine and three full-time Cavaliers. Lincoln has lots of wrestling matches with his 6-year-old foster brother. He also enjoys playing with toys and fetching balls. Lexi follows her foster mom everywhere she goes and has a tendency to get under foot. She also seeks quiet time in a corner when her people are working at their desk. This pair especially enjoys hanging out on the patio — taking in the summer breeze. They get very excited when they see their leashes, signaling it’s time for a walk!

They sleep in a crate next to the people bed and are gated in the kitchen when their foster mom runs errands. Lincoln has marked a few times in his foster home, which is common in dogs adjusting to a new environment. With their previous family, they moved several times and had accidents in the new home for the first few weeks. In the foster home, Lincoln wears a belly band so his foster mom can monitor his house manners. Aside from a few marking incidents, he is doing very well and Lexi has not had any accidents.

Both demonstrate some anxiety when there is a change in the routine. Lexi shows signs of anxiety of when her foster mom leaves the house. For this reason, we would like to adopt the pair to the same family—a family with someone home during the day. They are not siblings, so they get along very well — no littermate syndrome behavior.

Lincoln just got his teeth cleaned and had several extractions. He is at a good weight for his larger frame, but his fur-ever family will need to monitor his food intake and limit treats so he can remain at this target weight. He is neutered, micro-chipped, and up-to-date on his vaccinations.

Lexi just got her teeth cleaned. She is also at a good weight for her petite frame. Her fur-ever family should limit treats so she can remain at this target weight. She is spayed, micro-chipped, and up-to-date on her vaccinations. She has a herniated umbilical which can be felt on her belly. This doesn’t bother her, so the vet is recommending no treatment at this time. No heart issues were detected in either dog.

This pair would do best in a home where there is a routine and someone home during the day. If you are looking for dual, loving cavvies, this pair is for you! They have been a delightful pair while in foster care.

Please complete our online application (if you haven’t already) and then send an email to June Kirchgatter at June.cavaliers@gmail.com to let her know that you are interested in Lincoln and Lexi. We will only consider applicants that are home during the day and live within a reasonable driving distance to the foster home.

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Oreo in Fort Wayne, IN

Meet Oreo, affectionately known as Cookie! This sweet girl is a former breeder who is now ready to enjoy the good life as someone’s beloved companion.

Oreo is a professional cuddler and couch potato who loves nothing more than being close to her person. She’s happiest curled up beside you, following you around the house, or simply hanging out wherever you are. But don’t let her love of lounging fool you, she still has a little giddy-up to her and enjoys showing off her fun, happy side!

A little about Oreo:

5-year-old female tricolor Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Spayed and up to date on vaccinations
Grade 2 murmur, no meds needed
Gets along well with other dogs
Weighs 20 lbs
Absolutely loves treat time!
Loves cuddling and being a couch potato
Has a playful little spark
Learning to walk on a leash
Loves staying close to her person
Fenced in yard is best

Because Oreo spent her earlier years as a breeder, she’s still learning some of the everyday things that come with being a cherished family dog. She’s making progress and would thrive with someone who will give her a little patience, lots of love, and plenty of opportunities to simply be a dog and enjoy being spoiled.

If you’re looking for a sweet little shadow who specializes in snuggles, snacks, and keeping you company, Oreo may be your perfect addition.

If your home is a match for Oreo, please complete the online application if you haven’t already done so, and then email Sherry Morgan at: morgans817@sbcglobal.net

Please read about our adoption process: Process and FAQ

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Molly in Boerne, TX

Molly is a 2-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel born on 01/12/2024 who weighs about 16 pounds. She is a low-key, affectionate girl and a serious snuggler who would be happiest in a calm household with one friendly pet companion.

This sweet pup is learning how to relax, play, and enjoy being a dog. She has made good progress and is looking for a patient adopter who will give her the stability, reassurance, and time she needs to continue building confidence. Once Molly comes out of her shell, she loves her toys and the occasional play with another dog.

Molly is housebroken and crate trained. She is comfortable spending time in her crate when needed (as long as another dog is where she can see them), but at bedtime she would much rather sleep with her people. She loves being close to her person and can be left alone for several hours at a time, but she would not be a good match for a home where she is regularly alone for long periods.

Molly is spayed, fully vaccinated, and has a clean bill of health but she is heartworm positive. She is currently receiving treatment, which will be paid for by the rescue. Her adopter must agree to continue her heartworm care with her current veterinarian, Cibolo Creek Veterinary Hospital in Boerne, Texas. Her treatment is starting this month and can take up to 120 days for completion; it’s generally around 60-80 days. During this time she will be limited to any activities, this is absolutely crucial. She will have to be kept in a calm environment where she can’t run or have any raucous activity until the treatment is fully completed. She can not be allowed to jump on or off furniture or use any stairs. For all potty breaks she will have to be kept on a leash, and when you are not home, she will need to be kept in a crate or playpen.

Once she has completed treatment and been medically cleared, her adopter may transfer her care to another veterinarian.

Molly has already been through enough uncertainty. She is ready for a quiet, loving home where she can feel safe, stay close to her people, and enjoy the life she deserves.

If you would like to give Molly a loving home, please complete an online adoption application if you haven’t already. After applying, contact Maegan Ramos at sacavalierrescueusa@gmail.com to let us know you’ve submitted your application. Molly is currently being fostered in Boerne, Texas. Because she must continue heartworm treatment with her current veterinarian, adopters must live in the local area.

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