Welcome to Cavalier Rescue USA

Stewart in San Antonio, TX

Update 12-9-24: We’ve received several promising applications for this pup so aren’t taking more for now. Thank you!

Meet Stewart, a sweet and resilient three-year old Tricolor Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with a gentle spirit and so much potential.

Rescued from an Amish puppy mill, Stewart is making tremendous progress in learning what it means to be loved.

Initially reserved, Stewart has quickly come out of his shell and now walks beautifully on a leash, enjoys treats and toys, and plays enthusiastically with his foster brother. His joyful, quirky personality shines as he hops when he runs and drags his favorite toys to bed for safekeeping.

Stewart’s calm and affectionate nature makes him a dream companion. He’s discovered the joy of snuggling and loves to curl up in laps, soaking up every bit of kindness he receives. At night, he sleeps soundly, content and quiet, showing just how far he’s come in feeling safe.

Stewart has a clean bill of health with recent bloodwork, a dental cleaning, and neutering, ensuring he’s ready to start the next chapter of his life in a forever home.

Stewart would thrive in a home with another small to medium-sized dog to guide and comfort him as he continues to build confidence. He needs a patient and loving family who can celebrate his progress and encourage him as he blossoms.

With his playful hops, lap-snuggling tendencies, and newfound love of life, Stewart is ready to bring endless joy and companionship to a home that will cherish him.

If you are interested in providing Stewart with a forever home, please fill out the online application, if you haven’t done so already. Then, contact Sarah Swanson at 210cavalierrescueusa@gmail.com so she knows of your interest. Applicants who live within a few hours drive of San Antonio will be considered. (Many thanks to Rob Martin for his wonderful photography. Follow him on Instagram: @paw_prints_photo)
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Brooke in Atlanta, GA

Meet Brooke! She is a very sweet, two-year-old tricolor Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who is slowly but surely coming out of her shell.

She came to rescue underweight and very scared of everyone after her owner passed away. Despite her troubled past, she has a heart full of love for people and thrives on affection.

She enjoys car rides, eagerly wagging her tail with excitement before curling into a ball for a nice nap. This gentle pup also adores other animals, including cats, and is especially great with kids. She loves to sleep under the covers at the foot of the bed.

She is housebroken and so far does not bark. She is curious and very well-behaved. Brooke is healthy and an absolute pleasure to be around.

Her foster Dad says this is the best foster his family has had yet! Brooke is very eager to please and is a lovely dog who adores her people.

As she gains confidence, her playful and affectionate nature shines through, making her a delightful companion in a variety of situations. A fenced in backyard is key because she loves to run after squirrels, deer, and chases birds.

Brooke will be the perfect lady to join a loving family just in time for the holidays. Please consider Brooke as your next loving Cavalier.

If you think Brooke would be a great fit for your family complete an online application and please contact Beth Wilson at kinneywilson@bellsouth.net to express your interest in this sweet girl.

Rosie in Kenmore, WA

Rosie is a 1-year-old female tricolor Cavalier with a happy and active temperament. She absolutely loves to play fetch and will happily play until your arm is tired. Once she’s tired, she wants to sit on your lap and have a nice cuddly nap. She loves every person she meets! She plays well with the children in her foster home (10 and 12 years old) and knows how to drop her toy to play fetch.

She came to Cavalier Rescue USA as an owner surrender due to neurological symptoms of occasional yelping. She has been presumptively diagnosed with caudal occipital malformation syndrome (COMS) and syringomyelia (SM) by our trusted neurologist based on her symptoms, clinical signs, and breed predisposition. Since starting two medications (gabapentin and omeprazole), she is doing very well and her symptoms are almost entirely gone! She’s otherwise a healthy pup. She’s a smaller Cavalier at 14 lbs, and she’s been spayed and microchipped.

Rosie enjoys playing with small/similar sized dogs and would enjoy a companion, though she can be a little timid around larger dogs. She will also do well in a home where she’s the only one getting attention. She does ok with cats. Rosie is crate trained, although she doesn’t like to be crated at night. She’s had some basic training and knows sit, down, and leave it. She’s mostly housetrained but needs reminders to go potty outside to avoid accidents.

She has separation anxiety which worsens when she’s allowed to be near the door while you leave. We suggest crating any time you plan to go outside without her and working with her to become less anxious around doors. Her anxiety is much lower in the crate. She has gotten better with some work but needs to continue to work towards feeling safe when her people go outside without her.

Rosie is a busy girl and needs an active household where she can play fetch, go on adventures and take long walks. This will also help prevent boredom and her finding naughty ways to keep herself entertained. For Rosie’s presumed COMS and SM, she will need to continue to see the neurologist at least yearly. Her new family will need to be committed to lifelong medications to help manage her symptoms.

If you’d like to be considered for Rosie’s forever family, complete the online application (if you haven’t previously) and then email Melissa at happycavaliers04@gmail.com so she knows of your interest. Please take a moment to read about adopting: FAQ & Process

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Teddy in Carterville, IL

Theodore (also known as Teddy) is a sweet, loving 5-year-old, male tricolor Cavalier born October 26, 2019. He came to Cavalier Rescue USA from a commercial breeder with the help of a Good Samaritan.

Teddy has adjusted beautifully to his foster family and loves hanging out with the family, especially the other dogs. He enjoys running outside with his five foster siblings, and likes hanging around in the yard while his foster Dad works in the garden.

Indoors, Teddy cuddles on the couch or sleeps in his open crate. He is very affectionate and loves being petted. Teddy is eager to please, and responds well to food rewards. He is crate-trained and used to eating in his crate.

His favorite person in the household is his foster Dad, and sometimes Teddy will cry when his foster Dad leaves. Teddy will bark if he is upset, distressed, or sometimes excited.

Teddy is healthy. He weighs eighteen pounds. He has been microchipped and neutered. Teddy had a dental exam, which included removing eight teeth. He is up to date on vaccinations and flea and heartworm preventatives.

When Teddy came into foster care, he marked frequently in the house, so his foster family has kept a belly band on him. However, after being neutered and spending more time outside, his marking has greatly reduced.

Teddy is easy-going, but he appreciates having his foster family home most of the time. He is sometimes anxious when people leave. Teddy is looking for a home with a fenced-in yard, so he can go out frequently. Teddy would like someone home most of the time. He would also like another dog to hang out with. He is not cat tested.

If you are interested in Teddy, please complete our online application, if you haven’t already. Then email Meg Hutson Eisenmenger at cavalierrescuemeg@gmail.com to let her know of your interest in Teddy.Online Application

Lacey in Houston, TX

Howdy- my name is Lacey. I am a 2 year old female and I came to Cavalier Rescue USA with three other Cavaliers because of some problems in the family. I am a little timid at first, but I do love people, other dogs and my foster cat sibling does not bother me one bit. Even though I can be timid, noises do not bother me; vacuum cleaner, outside noises, hair dryers are all okay by me.

When I arrived in rescue, I had a lot to overcome. Unfortunately, I was loaded with parasites, dehydrated, had an ear and bladder infection. My foster mom thinks since I was not feeling my best, it made me a bit scared to potty outside. Everything was a bit sore, but I am feeling better now, and I have become much more reliable with my potty training. Sometimes I dawdle outside for potty time, I am a spaniel and I love to smell. I respond to “potty” and will go in tight circles right before #1. When it is time for #2, I move around very quickly and will even propel myself off the fence or side of the house. It is untraditional, but it is a clue that I am ready to relieve myself. I do prefer to use the bathroom in the mulch area outside, but I will go in the grass too.

I sleep all night in a cozy round doggie bed right by my foster mom. Sleeping up on the big bed would be swell, but my foster mom says I must wait until I am with my forever family. I am not a big chewer and have just started slowly play with a few toys. I do however love dirty laundry, I don’t want to rip it up, I just like to grab it very gently in my mouth and take it to my napping spot. My foster mom says it’s very endearing.

I also love to sit up on the couch with you, I just really love to be by my people. I especially love to be by my foster mom all the time, I think she hung the moon. She tells me that I will soon have my forever people that I will adore even more.

My foster family says I am a very chill lady, but I get very animated when I see my harness and leash. I love my walks! When I first arrived, I didn’t know how to walk on a leash, but my foster mom and I did click training and my foster siblings showed me the ropes. It is just the most fun thing! I walk with a loose leash and my morning walk is a great opportunity for me to do my daily #2. My morning walk ensures I remain successful with my potty training.

My mom laughs every mealtime. I am such a hearty eater and cannot wait to chow down. To work on my manners, my foster mom taught me to sit before I can have my meal. For dry food, I get my meals in a “snuff mat” to help me eat a bit slower too. My foster family says it’s also good for my mental stimulation, but all I know is that I love it. I was occasionally getting loose stools and ear infections, and I currently am on a hydrolyzed protein diet and avoid protein treats. So far, this new diet is working for me. I also get daily probiotics to continue to keep a calm tummy.

When my foster family leaves, I do well in a gated off area with options for doggie beds. I prefer to have a foster sibling in there with me though.

I can’t wait to fall in love with you. If you are interested in adopting me, please fill out an online application if you don’t already have one on file. Then email Sheri Cromwell at LuckyCavaliersTX@gmail.com so she knows to pull your file.

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Lilly and Daisy in Dallas, TX

Meet Lilly & Daisy: Your Perfect Pair of Snuggle Buddies!

Lilly and Daisy are two sweet, bonded girls who have never been apart. Lilly, a Blenheim, and Daisy, a Tricolor, are both 8 years old (born in December and November 2015, respectively). These gentle and calm ladies absolutely adore belly rubs, naps, and food. They are housebroken and have had no accidents, and they travel well in the car.

Lilly and Daisy love to look out the window and keep an eye on the neighborhood squirrels. They are true lap dogs who will happily snuggle with you on the couch. Eager to please, they thrive on pets and affection. While they are crate trained, they usually sleep on their beds on the floor and sleep soundly through the night.

Lilly is hard of hearing but responds well when you signal for her to “come here”. Both girls have grade 4 heart murmurs and got an echocardiogram while in foster care and do not require medication at this time. They recently had a deep teeth cleaning and are up to date on their vaccinations. Lilly weighs 24 lbs and Daisy weighs 22 lbs.

These lovely ladies would thrive in a relaxing and calm environment. They are patient with puppy energy, as their foster mom has two young Cavaliers, and they get along well with other dogs. They are open to anyone who wants to snuggle and would prefer a home where they will not be left alone for long periods, as they have some separation anxiety and love being by your side.

If you are looking for a pair of loving, gentle companions, Lilly and Daisy are ready to fill your home with warmth and affection.

If you think Lilly and Daisy would be a great fit for your family, please contact Shelby at shelbynfields@gmail.com to express your interest. Please also ensure you have an application on file if you have not already filled one out.

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