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Raffi in Charlotte, NC

Hi there! My name is Raphael, but my friends call me Raffi! I am a proper 8-year-old gentleman, measuring in on the larger side of my Cavalier King Charles counterparts at 33 lbs—but my vet says I’m big boned and my weight isn’t of concern. I could probably lose a pound or two, but couldn’t we all?!

Anyway, life has been pretty confusing lately, but I’m being really brave through it all. I lived 8 fantastic years with my former parents until they became unable to properly care for me. I miss them a lot, but thankfully I’ve had a soft landing with my foster family. I’ve warmed up to them quickly, and even politely ask for a snuggle sometimes, but I’d be really grateful to meet my forever family.

Let me tell you a little about myself. I am the epitome of a distinguished gentleman—a calm boy, loving and loyal to a fault. I very much enjoy a good head scratch or a nice belly rub, but am also perfectly content just hanging out near you. My simple pleasures in life include long naps on the couch, car rides, and treats of all sorts (I don’t discriminate). I’m told I do well on a leash and really like going for walks of moderate length.

I get along with cats and other small-medium sized dogs, so long as they aren’t overly invasive of my personal space. As a proper gentleman, I am tolerant and gentle around children, but I really would really be happiest to find a retiree or two to call my own.

I sleep all over and I’m told I snore like a freight train. I can typically be found napping in my crate on my own accord, on the couch, or on the patio when it’s not too warm. I currently spend my nights on the couch, but I’m fully crate-trained and don’t mind it in there. I used to sleep in bed with my former family, but my foster sister takes her snoozles with her parents very seriously and I like to be respectful of her boundaries.

Although I’d be happiest being home with my people all day, I can also be left alone without worrying about whether I’m making a mess or being destructive. I’m not, I’m most likely just napping.

I do have a grade 3 heart murmur, but it’s very well controlled with medication. I take 2.5mg of Enalapril twice daily, and 5mg of Vetmedin twice daily. I also have some eye lubricant for my dry eyes that I use as part of my morning routine. I eat Fromm kibble in the morning and at dinner time.

If you’d happen to have room in your home and room in your heart for me, I’d love to be your very best friend. I can’t wait to meet you. Love you already, Raffi.

If you are interested in being Raffi’s forever home and live within a reasonable driving distance of Charlotte, NC, please complete our online application if you haven’t already and then email Angie Hansing at nccavalierrescuemom@gmail.com so she knows of your interest. Please include your location in your email!

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Daisy in Fishers, IN

Here is Daisy with her new family…

Little Daisy epitomizes the sweet and loving nature of a true Cavalier. She is a petite, polite and patient princess. She is perfect! At 6 years old and 13 lbs, Daisy is a smaller Cavalier. She is a darling pocket pup. Daisy was a breeder surrender to Cavalier Rescue USA after being bred for several years.

Daisy immediately acclimated to her foster home and has been an absolute cuddle bug and love sponge. She is unbelievably good-natured and the typical Cavalier shadow for her foster mama. When Daisy gets excited for treats or going outside, she spins in little circles and hops from side-to-side.

Since coming into her foster home, she has easily lived with a new brother and sister dog and happily co-existed with her first kitty sister. It is recommended that Daisy have another brother or sister dog at home with her. She loves their company. She’s not a huge fan of the crate and prefers to lounge on the lap of anyone at all times.

She is absolutely potty trained and hasn’t had a single accident in her foster home. She walks on a leash like a little a leader and loves to lead the other two pups down the sidewalk. She doesn’t even notice she’s the smallest. And while she may be the leash leader, in the house, she’s happy to just hang out and calmly wait her turn for food and snacks. She knows how to sit and wait patiently. If her foster mama is in the kitchen, she wants to sit and cuddle on her lap while she’s working.

Daisy is in perfect health. She was recently spayed and had a dental. The vet gave her an excellent bill of health and updated her on all vaccinations. When she came to her foster home, her hair was very short, but with some love and time, her coat has started to grow. She’s getting all her little leg feathers, and she is so soft. Her foster mom loves the cute little white hairs she has in the middle of her back that look so preciously misplaced in her mostly black coat. She has been to the groomer one time and did great.

If you think you could provide Miss Daisy with her forever home, please fill out the application and email Sherry Morgan at morgans817@sbcglobal.net

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Maddie in Belchertown, MA

Here is Maddie with her new family…

Hi everyone, I’m Maddie (Madeline). I didn’t get a very good start in life- I’ve been a puppy mill mamma all my life. I didn’t really know anything about having a normal life and loving family. Luckily, I found Cavalier Rescue USA! I’m a petite and very sweet little girl. The vet thinks I’m around 6 years old.

I’ve been in my foster home for a little while and I’m learning new things. I can walk nicely on a leash and I’m learning about going up and down stairs. I’ve only mastered the 3 stairs out the front door- that big set of stairs that goes to the basement is still too scary for me. I’m getting used to people and dogs and I love to say “hi” to everyone on my walks. We’re working on the basic commands too!

I like my cozy crate and go in on my own sometimes. I slept in there at first, then I graduated to sleeping in the crate with the door open, now I just sleep on the big dog bed in the living room or in the bedroom. I’m mostly housebroken –I don’t really ask to go out but if you take me out often, I do great. Right from the beginning I’ve been fine at being left home alone. I don’t get into any trouble or chew anything and I’m not a barker. I’m a very sweet and quiet little girl.

I was just spayed (no more puppies for me) and had my dental. I lost a lot of teeth and I’m feeling much better. I weigh 22 lbs, which is good for me. I’ve had all my vaccines and am on heartworm preventive. I do have a heart murmur (like so many Cavaliers) but I don’t have any restrictions. The vet started me on 2.5 mg of Vetmedin 2 times a day.

I need a home with a patient and loving family who can continue to teach me new things. It would be great to have someone home most of the time who can be there for me and maybe another dog. I don’t have any experience with very young children or cats and can still be a little shy. If you’re an experienced Cavalier owner, looking for a sweet girl and have patience and time to spend, that would be perfect! I’d like a safe fenced in yard where I can explore and have fun running and playing.

If you live within a reasonable driving distance of Belchertown MA and think you’d be a good fit for me, please fill out our on-line application if you haven’t already and then email Rescue Coordinator Barbara Blanchette at blanchettebarbara06@gmail.com so she knows of your interest. Thank you!

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Sierra in Jackson Springs, NC

Sierra is the sweetest, most loving, devoted dog you will ever meet. As a 5-year-old female breeder surrender, she had several litters of puppies in her former life and is now spayed. Sierra is very healthy overall and is heart clear, but she is deaf and was quite heavy when she came into rescue (28 lbs). Her diet plan is working well and she has lost about five pounds; her target weight is 20 lbs. Sierra has had extensive dental work and only has front teeth and a few molars left. She tested positive and has been treated for Lyme disease, and a retest is recommended in September.

Sierra’s hearing loss hasn’t seemed to cause her any issues. She quickly learned the routine with her foster family and fits in perfectly with other dogs. If she is sound asleep, a gentle stroke will wake her, then she quickly assesses the situation and joins in the fun. Since she can’t hear, you could call her whatever name you choose, as long as you call her for dinner! She responds very well to motions and signals, and in a multi dog household she will follow the others wherever they go.

Sierra is very reliably housetrained and has not had an accident in the time she has been with her foster family. Close supervision in her new home is recommended (as would be appropriate for any new dog in a household) until she learns where she is supposed to potty. She sleeps quietly in a crate at night but would also love snuggling with her people in bed!

Sierra has not shown much interest in toys, but she is a big paper thief! Tissues, toilet paper, junk mail–she does love paper! She will happily give back what she has stolen when you ask. She loves car rides and going to new places. A trip to the local Farmers Market was a real highlight. She greeted everyone (dogs, kids, and adults) like they were her long-lost friends. This is a confident, outgoing, happy, but quite calm dog who loves to trot around the fenced yard, leashed walks, and going on new adventures. But what Sierra wants most in life is to lie on the couch with her head on a family member’s lap while softly snoring. She will shadow her people around the house, sometimes getting underfoot, always wanting to know where they are.

Sierra would do best in a home where someone is home most of the time. Because of her hearing loss, a fenced yard for her safety is required. She could also use a like size well-mannered canine companion or two for her to buddy up with and take cues from. A home with older respectful dog-savvy children would be ok, but not one with younger children that could startle her. Her new owners need to be committed to continuing her weight loss journey and keeping her active and socialized. She has not been tested around cats.

If you are interested in adopting Sierra and live within a reasonable driving distance to Jackson Springs NC, please complete our online adoption application, if you haven’t already done so, and then notify Angie Hansing of your interest by emailing her at nccavalierrescuemom@gmail.com.

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Casey in Broken Arrow, OK

Hi, I’m Casey, a male tricolor Cavalier, estimated to be 5 years old. I am so glad someone found me and brought me to my new temporary home. I’ll be here until the right person falls in love with me and takes me to their home. It shouldn’t be too hard because I’m adorable. I’m what’s called a foster dog. That means someone who likes dogs will adopt me soon. I don’t know who they will be but I’m sure they’re nice.

When I was found, I had some serious earaches, some of my teeth were rotten, and I itched a lot from allergies. At around 21 pounds, I’m a healthy guy. I’ve had all my shots, neutered, chipped, and had dental work that extracted those bad teeth. I take a daily pill for a minor skin allergy. I feel so much better and have become more playful. In other words, I’m ready to be taken to your home.

Now a little more about me. I love taking walks, being in the back yard, and “talking” to all the other dogs in the neighborhood. When it’s time to eat, I’m first in line and really chow down. It’s my favorite time of the day. When I need to go outside, I usually ring the bell on the back door. I’m mostly potty trained but still need some encouragement and regular trips to the yard. I sleep a lot because I’m really relaxed in my foster home. I have made friends with the other 2 dogs – I think the Aussie even likes me!

I would really like a home where someone is there most of the time and has a fenced yard. And someone who would take me for walks. I’m smart and like to sniff and explore. When foster mom tells me to get in the crate, I look at her, know she means business and I go inside. That’s where my stuffed animals are and a nice, soft bed. But if my adopted family let me sleep in their bed, I would like that too.

I really like being close to people, especially snuggling. I’m cute and get lots of attention wherever I go. I think you’d like me too.

If you think Casey would be good in your home, fill out an application if you haven’t already and then send an email to Janis Stauffer, the Oklahoma Coordinator @ okstauffer@aol.com

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Snickers in Des Moines, IA

Snickers is an at least a 12-year old heart clear neutered tricolor boy who unfortunately fell off of a bed accidentally about 2 years ago. Though his owner conscientiously took him for emergent and follow-up care with all available options, he remains incontinent of urine and stool. He is mobile and can keep up with short bursts of speed when there is food involved. He is able to go up normal steps pretty easily, going down is harder and only a couple. Since being in rescue, he muscles have become stronger and he has become even more mobile.

He came to us from a very loving home whose owner was unable to keep up with his on-going care. Though very hard for him to do, he wanted Snickers to have a better living environment.

Snickers wears a disposable belly band that is changed 4-5 times a day to keep him clean. He is on over the counter supplements to keep his bladder and kidneys as healthy as possible. He has really no conception of when he stools, but we have it pretty regulated to a couple times a day. He is on a fiber supplement to keep his stool as normal as possible. He’s been on supplements to support a healthy spine, and one to build muscle as well.

He loves to be with his person, especially on the foot of the lazy-boy. He’s kennel trained but would rather not be in it. He does settle in at night, and when left alone, but does let you know he isn’t happy about it for a few minutes.

He has done very well in a multi-dog home, but has been an only dog too.

He loves his food and if left to his own devices would eat and eat and eat. He had a dental upon coming into rescue and lost some teeth, but still has enough chompers to chew on appropriate dental treats. He’s an easy groomer.

He is located in the Des Moines IA area. If you are interested in this sweet boy, please email cavalierrescueusa.ia.ne@gmail.com after you have submitted your application.

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