Welcome to Cavalier Rescue USA

Piper in Riverwoods, IL

My name is Piper and I am a sweet and lovable female Tricolor Cavapoo puppy looking for her forever home! I am 4 months old (my birthday is 5-27-2026) and currently weigh 6 pounds. I was given to Cavalier Rescue USA by a breeder who wanted to make sure I find the best forever home. I’m a bouncy little puppy who hops around like a bunny and thinks life is one big game. I may only be 4 months old, but trust me — I already know what I want, and I’m not shy about telling you. I’ve got a cute, sassy streak that keeps everyone laughing, and I learn things fast because I’m smart, curious, and always paying attention.

I already know how to sit, ask for treats, and I’m very polite about waiting for my food to be served. I sleep in my crate at night and I don’t mind when I am in there when my foster family is not home for a few hours. Housetraining is still in progress; I go days without any accidents, but then, oops! Hey…I’m a puppy after all! I’m doing all the normal puppy things like chewing, exploring, and keeping you on your toes. My forever family will need to have patience and be committed to continuing my training since I am still young and puppies require a lot of work.

I love to play both with my human foster parents and my two human foster brothers who are 13 and 10 years old. I enjoy gentle children, but since I’m so small and likely will remain fairly small, I would be best with respectful, dog-savvy children ages 8+ who are going to be careful with me. I also have a 4-year-old Cavalier foster brother who I enjoy hanging out with and who has taught me some manners. I have a great appetite and I’m gaining weight as I should. When I went to the vet, I was told I have a perfect heart and excellent knees (no luxating patellas). I’m up to date on my core vaccines, flea/tick and heartworm preventatives and I was treated for giardia while in rescue. Nothing slows me down — I’m too busy bouncing, learning, and being adorable.

I get along with other dogs, but I’m still young and figuring out social rules. I’m sweet, but a little unpredictable, so I’ll do best with dogs who can put me in my place gently and help me learn good manners. I’m confident, bold, and full of personality, so having a dog who can guide me will help me grow into the best version of myself. I have learned to walk on a leash with a harness and enjoy going for walks around my foster family’s neighborhood. I also enjoy car rides and am a great traveler!

If you’re looking for a puppy who’s playful, clever, cuddly, and full of sass, I’m your girl! I’m easy to train, eager to learn, and ready to bounce my way right into your heart.

If you meet all of Piper’s requirements, live within reasonable driving distance of Riverwoods, Illinois and feel she would thrive in your home, please complete our online application if you haven’t already and send an email to Carrie Thiergart at cavalierrescuecarrie@yahoo.com to let her know that you are interested at being considered.

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Howie in Anna, IL

Here is Howie with his new family…

Howie is just about the sweetest Cavalier you will ever meet. He was born around 4-1-2017 which makes him 9-years-old. He came to Cavalier Rescue USA after a long life of being a breeding dog. Howie is such a gentle soul with an abundance of love that he’s ready to share with everyone two and four legged. He is very easy going and curious and wants nothing more than to be loved and near his people. He loves all of the pups at his foster and follows his foster mom everywhere she goes making sure he doesn’t miss out on a pat on the head or a kiss on the muzzle or a treat.

Howie loves his blanket he received from the rescue volunteer who picked him up from the breeder and likes to carry it to his resting spots and snuggle with it in his bed at night. He has been very quickly learning how to be a loving pet by watching the other dogs in the house where he has proved to be very intelligent. He learned how to navigate stairs within a few days and how to use the doggie door very early by following the other pups around. He absolutely loves running around the fully fenced backyard and watching the bunnies run around on the other side of the fence. He thrives in a peaceful home where he can feel safe and loved.

Howie hasn’t been tested with children but his easy- going personality would best be suited with older children who are not rambunctious as he does follow his people around closely. His ideal home would be with someone home most of the time and who has another easy- going dog he can continue to learn from and keep company with. He will need a fully fenced backyard where he can explore and watch all the new things he hasn’t experienced before. He would be so happy with a family who will provide plenty of love, companionship and provide him with a comfortable place to nap with his blanket.

Since being in foster care, Howie has been neutered, microchipped and had a dental where he only lost 4 teeth. He’s had all of his vaccinations and is up to date on his heartworm/flea/tick preventatives. He has a grade 3 heart murmur and has started taking Pimobendan and Enalapril which will need to continue daily for the rest of his life. He has some arthritis in his back knees that require a low dose of gabapentin daily and he has dry eye in the left eye that requires eye drops twice a day. He currently weighs 18lbs but is working on gaining weight and would be best at 23 lbs.

He is doing well with house training and has not had any accidents in his foster home. He does wear a belly band when left unattended for peace of mind. He hasn’t started leash training yet but should be easy to train since he only wants to be near his people.

Howie has just been adopted to a loving family and so we aren’t taking applications for him.

Lexi in Plymouth, MI

A Loyal sweetheart!

Meet loyal Lexi, a sweetheart of an 8-year-old female Cavalier who came into rescue when the toddler in her young human family developed a pet allergy. Lexi is a 17 lb. fit-and-trim tricolor female. Although loyal to her people, Lexi is a little reserved when first meeting new people. But her shyness only lasts a few minutes. In short order, she is trying to snuggle into your lap for lots of attention.

Lexi is thriving in her calm foster home where there is a regular routine and three full-time Cavaliers. She follows her foster mom everywhere she goes and has a tendency to get under foot. While her foster mom works at her desk (she works from home), Lexi finds a comfy chair or dog bed to settle into. At night while watching tv, Lexi claims the top of the couch as her throne so she can be close to her foster mom.

When there is a lot of activity and visitors in the foster home, Lexi will find a quiet corner to hang out in. This summer she really enjoyed hanging out on the patio— taking in the summer breeze. But be careful, Lexi has proven to be a talented escape artist while in foster care. So, her fur-ever home must have a secure fence. She gets very excited when she sees her leash, signaling it’s time for a walk!

Lexi sleeps in a crate next to the people bed and is gated in the kitchen when her foster mom runs errands. She does have some separation anxiety, so she will benefit from being in a home with another small dog around to keep her company. Lexi is very reliable with her house manners, no accidents in the foster home. Although usually very quiet and calm, Lexi is one of the first dogs to alert her humans with a few barks when she hears and unfamiliar noise.

Lexi just got her teeth cleaned. She is 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.

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 loyal little 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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Kobe and Harley in Urbana, IL

Meet Kobe and Harley!

Kobe and Harley are a bonded pair of Cavaliers who came to rescue after their previous owner could no longer care for them. These two are absolute sweethearts who love everyone they meet. Just look at them and their tails start wagging! They are happiest when they are cuddled up next to their people, and would happily spend all day snuggling.

Both Kobe and Harley are friendly, happy and well-behaved. They both get along wonderfully with people and other dogs.

They are housetrained, know basic commands and quickly learned how to use a dog door. They are comfortable being crated together when their people are away or overnight, and never make a peep. But they would LOVE to sleep in bed with you. Since they have had no accidents, they likely would be fine out of their crate in their forever home.

Both are spayed/neutered, current on vaccinations, and recently had dental cleanings and extractions. They are also beginning to discover the joys of toys and chew bones now that their dental issues have been addressed.

Meet Kobe!

Kobe is a six-year-old Tricolor boy who is 100% guaranteed to melt your heart!

Kobe is incredibly calm, affectionate and gentle. He absolutely adores people, other dogs and his sister Harley. He is truly a gentle giant!

Kobe loves mealtime more than anything. His biggest challenge right now is his weight. He has already lost more than two pounds, but is still significantly overweight at 43 pounds. His forever family will need to continue helping him lose weight gradually.

Kobe takes a daily joint supplement for his hips and knees, and happily gobbles it up like a treat.

Kobe enjoys walks and is good on a leash, but he tires quickly and does best with shorter walks and breaks. He especially enjoys walking with Harley because he loves following his sister.

He can manage short flights of stairs, but would do best in a home without long staircases while he works on losing weight.

Kobe is also an excellent napper and a very loud snorer! Of course it only adds to his charm.

Meet Harley!

Harley is a lovable seven-year-old Black and Tan girl who weighs 21.5 pounds. She is an absolute professional cuddler, and would happily spend her days curled up next to you or sitting on your lap. She loves following her people around the house so she can claim her spot the moment they sit down.

Harley is more active than her brother and loves going for walks. She gets incredibly excited when she sees her leash! She can be a little vocal and reactive on walks. She may bark at cars, bicyclists, people, and critters, but her foster family is working with her to help her feel more comfortable.

She is also a little watchdog when someone comes to the door, but once visitors come inside, she is friendly and welcoming.

Harley has a low-grade heart murmur, but does not currently require medication. This should continue to be monitored by a cardiologist.

Harley only has seven teeth remaining following her recent dental. Her foster family softens her kibble with warm water and salt-free chicken stock to make eating easier.

Kobe and Harley are truly a joy to have around. They have adjusted beautifully to their foster home and are loving, affectionate, calm and incredibly easy to adore. Their forever family will be very lucky to have this sweet pair. If you are looking for two wonderful Cavaliers who love nothing more than being together and being loved, Kobe and Harley may be the perfect match!

Are Kobe and Harley the pair for you? Do let us know!

Please complete our online application if you haven’t already. Then email Meg Hutson Eisenmenger at cavalierrescuemeg@gmail.com so she knows of your interest.
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Victoria in Rogersville, MO

Here is the pup with her new family…

Meet Victoria!

Victoria is a five-year-old, sweet-natured, easygoing girl who loves to cuddle. She was born on November 26, 2020. Victoria was used for commercial breeding and is now retired. Victoria came to rescue through a Good Samaritan who obtained her from a shelter.

Victoria has a heart full of love to give. She enjoys being part of the family and playing with her Cavalier housemates. She loves having her ears scratched and hanging out with her foster Mom.

Victoria is an active dog who plays with toys, chews bones, and chases balls. Whenever you squeak her toy, Victoria comes running! Toss a ball, and she happily goes after it. To Victoria, anything can be a toy, including items from the laundry basket, slippers, towels and more. She doesn’t chew on them; she just likes to carry them around.

She also loves chasing butterflies and will jump into the air to catch them. She isn’t very successful because the butterflies always escape.

Victoria’s happy place is around people, and she barks in protest if left alone. However, the complaining only lasts for a few minutes, and then she settles down. Victoria wants you to know she would rather not be left behind! Sometimes her foster Mom gives her a yummy treat or bone with peanut butter to lick when she leaves the house. In this case, Victoria doesn’t protest. She loves treats and food of any kind!

During quiet times, Victoria is a snuggler and nestles as close as she can to you. If she cannot get close, she will find a spot to lie down near you. At bedtime, Victoria goes willingly into a crate and sleeps all night. In the morning, she enjoys a snuggle in bed. She has not yet mastered the doggie steps, but she is getting better at climbing them.

Victoria is a quick learner who comes when called and walks politely on a leash. However, the outside world is still new to her, and she may be a bit skittish when she encounters something unfamiliar.

Victoria has a high food drive and wants to please, which will make training easier. She already knows sit and is working on down. If a correction is needed, she responds well to a firm voice. She promptly stops what she is doing and looks to you for direction.

Victoria is potty trained and reliable on a schedule. She can be trusted for up to four hours inside. Accidents in the house are rare. Typically, she follows her Cavalier housemates outside. Sometimes Victoria gets distracted and doesn’t do her business. Therefore, it’s important to ensure to completes the job. A regular schedule and supervision are necessary while Victoria acclimates to the household routines of his forever home.

Victoria is healthy and up to date on all medical needs. She is microchipped, spayed, and had a dental cleaning with a few extractions. She is recovering well from both surgeries. Her heartworm test was negative, and she is on monthly preventative tick, flea and heartworm medication.

Victoria will make an ideal companion for active individuals and families. She will do best in a home with established routines and another easygoing dog.

Please fill out our online application (if you have not already done so) if you can provide Victoria with a loving home. Then please email Sarah Noebels at cavalierrescuesarah@gmail.com to let her know you are interested in Victoria.
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Victor in Nixa, MO

Hi, Everyone, My name is Victor, and I am a handsome 16 pound, well behaved snuggly Tricolor guy who will complete your life! Did I mention that I’m handsome too? My big brown eyes that will let you know how much I love you! I was in a breeding facility, and have come a long way since being rescued from that place.

Since coming to Cavalier Rescue USA, I’ve been neutered and had my teeth cleaned. I’m housetrained, but might regress for a little while in a new home. Just let me learn the schedule! I am learning how to play, I know my name, and come when called. I love everyone (even cats and chickens) but prefer gentle, dog savvy children. Loud noises can frighten me! I love car rides and going to get a pup cup! My foster mom has a comfy bed for me in the gated kitchen, but I would prefer to sleep in the big bed with my forever family!

Victor was telling us how wonderful he is, and you know, he is correct! He is a healthy, sweet, loving boy, age 7-years-old.

He came from a breeding operation, and has settled into his true Cavalier nature. He was seen by a vet, had his dental, lost 5 teeth, and is doing well. A very slight heart murmur was noted and this should be checked yearly to see if it progresses. Cavaliers are the poster children for Mitral Valve Disease otherwise known as MVD. Victor is up to date on all his vaccines.

He is active and social, shy with new people but with a gentle touch and soft voice, will quickly warm to a new person. He is learning leash manners and that needs to be continued with his forever family. He follows his foster sister around and would likely do well with a small dog to shadow. He would also like a securely fenced in yard and a home where his people are home most of the time. There is a saying that the girl Cavaliers love you, but the boys fall in love with you. I have found this to be so true.

If you think Victor is the dog for you, please complete our online application if you haven’t already and then email Sarah at cavalierrescuesarah@gmail.com and let her know of your interest.

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