Welcome to Cavalier Rescue USA

Teddy in Chicago, IL

Teddy was born on December 19, 2025, and came to his foster home at 5 months old needing to gain weight, build confidence, and learn how to simply be a dog. We’re happy to report that he has accomplished all three! Now just over 6 months old, Teddy is thriving and blossoming into the happy, playful puppy he was always meant to be.

Teddy entered Cavalier Rescue USA after his breeder became concerned when he wasn’t gaining weight and a low-grade heart murmur was detected. After seeing his veterinarian, it was discovered that Teddy was battling both Giardia and Coccidia, along with a double ear infection. His vet initially heard a Grade 2 heart murmur, which later improved to a Grade 1 murmur and has since completely resolved. After treatment for his parasites and ear infections, Teddy is feeling fantastic and looking better every day. His coat is filling in nicely, although he still sports a cute little “lion tail” with a fluffy tuft at the end that makes everyone smile.

When Teddy arrived in foster care, he weighed only 6.1 pounds. He now weighs 9.2 pounds and continues to grow. He can be a little particular about his kibble and prefers to graze throughout the day rather than eat large meals all at once.

The transformation in Teddy has been remarkable. When he first arrived, he was subdued, lethargic, and not at all like a typical puppy. After receiving proper medical care and spending time in a loving foster home, you would never guess the difficult start he had.

Teddy loves going for walks where he can explore new sights, smells, and sounds. He enjoys meeting other dogs and is always eager for an adventure. He also loves puppy zoomies, both indoors and outside, and his adorable floppy ears often flip inside out during playtime, a look that has become his signature style.

Teddy is incredibly social and loves every dog he meets. He would make an excellent travel companion because he rides well in the car and adapts easily to new environments. While he’s independent enough to explore on his own, he always checks back in to make sure his people are nearby.

He currently lives with children and another dog and has learned so much in foster care, including how to walk on a leash, navigate stairs, play with toys, and soothe his teething gums with appropriate chew toys and bones.

Like most puppies, Teddy is full of energy, but after a good walk or backyard sniff session, he’s perfectly happy to curl up beside his people or relax on one of the many dog beds around the house.

Teddy is comfortable in his crate when his foster family needs to run errands and is making great progress with potty training when kept on a consistent schedule with trips outside every 2–3 hours. As a young puppy, he still occasionally needs a nighttime potty break and requires supervision to keep him from chewing on things he shouldn’t.

Teddy would thrive in a home with another dog. The first thing he does when he wakes up in the morning is to look for the other dog in the house – to eat breakfast, to go potty and then to gently settle in for the day.

Teddy is great with kids too. He has been exposed to kids, both young and old. He goes to school pick up and drop off every day and is well known around his community for his friendly disposition and cute face.

Teddy is currently too young to be neutered, so his forever family is required and must agree to have him neutered around 9–10 months of age.He is up to date on vaccines and heartworm/flea/tick prevention.

If Teddy sounds like the perfect addition to your family, please complete our online adoption application and email cavalierrescuemeg@gmail.com to let us know you’re interested in giving this sweet boy the loving forever home he deserves.

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Sage in Villa Park, IL

Meet your new best friend! Sage is a 5-year-old (her birthday is 12-24-2021) sweet, full-sized bundle of Ruby love who is looking for a family to call her own. Sage was a breeder release and has come a long way since arriving into her foster home. She is very outgoing and absolutely adores people of all ages, including young children, and gets along wonderfully with other dogs. Her favorite place to be? Right by your side or even better, curled up in your lap!

Sage is a cuddle bug through and through and simply wants to be loved. When it’s time for treats or a meal, she’ll happily show off her adorable twirl, which is guaranteed to make you smile. She is a very happy girl and is full of life!

She is crate trained and does well being crated during the day for short periods of time while her foster mom leaves the house as well as during the night, although due to her love of her people she would most likely love to join her forever family in the big bed. She’s also doing great with her housetraining journey. She still gets a little confused at times about whether to go on the grass or the concrete, but as long as she’s taken outside regularly and given time to do her business, she does very well. She will need patience and consistency to ensure her continued success with her housetraining. She currently enjoys free roam of the house and hasn’t had any recent accidents.

This food-loving girl is highly motivated by treats and is eager to keep learning. She would thrive in a situation where someone is home most of the day and she has another playful dog companion. She would love a physically-fenced yard where she can continue building her confidence and exploring the world around her; however, she also enjoys walking on a leash with a harness where she has the opportunity to meet new people and dogs.

Sage is a very healthy girl! She arrived to Cavalier Rescue USA a bit on the chunky side, so we have been working on getting her weight down. She is currently about 24 pounds and still needs to lose a few more pounds, which would help increase her stamina and is also important for her overall health. She has a clear heart, sound knees and has recently undergone a spay, dental (with 6 extractions), is up to date on core vaccines, heartworm/flea/tick prevention and is microchipped.

If you’re looking for a loyal companion who will shower you with affection, make you laugh, and be your constant shadow, this sweetheart may be the perfect match.

See Sage in action: Sage Twirls!

If you meet all of Sage’s requirements and live within a few hours of Villa Park, Illinois, please complete our online application if you haven’t already and send an email to Carrie Thiergart at cavalierrescuecarrie@yahoo.com so she knows of your interest.

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Gunner in Lakewood, OH

Here is Gunner with his new family….

If you have a cold lap and seem to have lost your shadow, this Cavalier is the perfect dog for you. Gunner came to Cavalier Rescue USA from a very busy family that was not able to give him the attention that he needed. Gunner was recently taken to the vet and had a clean bill of health. He did recently get his teeth cleaned with some extractions, however, none of this has stopped him from enjoying his life with his foster family. This handsome boy weighs 20 lbs.

Gunner enjoys following you around the house, napping smack dab in the middle of your lap no matter what you seem to be doing at the time, and running around his fenced-in yard with his fur buddies. In his previous home, he did not have a designated place to sleep. At his foster home he has learned where his “room” is and happily goes there when asked. He seems to enjoy being in his “room” and loves passing out on a nice cushy chair or couch. Gunner enjoys a car ride, only when he is with his fur buddies and gets anxious and wines when he is not with them in the car.

Gunner is completely house-trained. He loves the company of other dogs, teenagers, and adults, and will need a little time to fit in with his new surroundings. When he first arrived at his foster home, Gunner would anxiously throw-up when he was nervous. However, after a couple of weeks, this anxiety has dissipated and he no longer does this. He enjoys being home with the family and would thrive in an environment with a stay-at-home/work-from-home caregiver. Gunner has not been around cats or small children in his foster home; however, he was raised with two young children in his previous home.

Gunner is loving his “healthier” treat options like celery, cucumbers, peppers, raspberries, strawberries and yogurt! He has recently learned how to climb the steps in his foster’s house- so no worries- as your new shadow can now be with you wherever you are in your home. Gunner loves to go on walks and is very excited to be on his leash and exploring new places.

Gunner will be happiest in a home with a fenced-in yard and another friendly dog or two. He gets along well with other pets and seems to be less nervous in the car when he has other fur buddies to keep him company.

If Gunner seems like a perfect fit for your family and you are within a couple of hours away from his foster home in Lakewood, Ohio, please complete an online application if you haven’t already and then send an email to Sherry Morgan, our Rescue Coordinator, at morgans817@sbcglobal.net

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Buster in Okemos, MI

Bright-Eyed, Buster says Thank you!

Thank you to all supporters, friends, and family of Cavalier Rescue USA. You have provided Buster with the gift of sight! And he is so happy, and now Buster is ready to be adopted!

Buster is a 23.5 lb, dapper Blenheim male. The vet thinks he is about 9 or 10 years young, although his owner said he was 6. Buster came to rescue from an owner who was experiencing declining health and was no longer able to care for Buster. At his initial vet visit after arriving in rescue, we learned that Buster was nearly blind in both eyes due to severe cataracts. In May, Buster had the cataracts removed in both eyes, immediately relieving the discomfort he was experiencing in one eye. His sight has been restored, and Buster finds himself in a whole new, colorful, exciting world!

Having sight restored has boosted his demeanor greatly. Buster’s confidence has increased and he is much less anxious. At his follow-up visit to the ophthalmologist, Buster freely gave tons of thank you kisses to his doctor and the care staff. This new life philosophy of “free kisses for everyone!” has extended to his foster family and everyone he meets at Home Depot, the park, and other outings.

Buster amplifies all the typical Cavalier traits! There is more love packed into his 24lb frame than he can give in one day. He has a wonderful, happy disposition. He is a quiet, loving soul, never barking inside or outside the home. Buster gets along well with the other Cavaliers in his foster home — they helped nudge him around the house when he had difficulty seeing.

Buster loves his daily walks and is the first one to the door to get his harness on. This is no easy feat, as Buster wiggles with joy and unloads tons of kisses whilst gearing up for a walk. He is great on a leash and responds well to praise along the way. Buster also really loves riding in a car, even if it is just around the block. He is reluctant to leave the car once the ride is complete. Buster also enjoys the outdoors, but prefers to stick close to his foster family and the other Cavaliers in his foster home. Buster’s favorite place is being next to his people. How else can he unload all his free kisses?!

Buster is housebroken, having had no accidents inside his foster family’s home. He uses a bell by the back door to signal his need to go outside. Buster does not require a fenced yard, only a family that will monitor him when he is outside. He does not need to be crated when his family leaves the home. He is content to take a nap alongside his foster siblings when the people are gone.

Buster is doing extremely well after his cataract surgery. One eye still looks cloudy, but the vet is hoping that will clear up in the next month. Buster is on a scheduled regime of eye drops (three different drops, twice a day) and visits to his Veterinarian Ophthalmologist in Williamston, Michigan. He will need a six-month and 12-month follow-up visit to his eye doctor (in November and May 2027). And Buster may need to continue one of the eye drop treatments for his lifetime (cost is about $55 for a three-month supply). He is very good about getting his eye drops. Why? Well, it’s another opportunity to give kisses.

Buster would do well in a family where someone is home most of the time. He would enjoy the companionship and support of a small canine sibling. His fur-ever family will need to administer eye drops and should take him on regular walks to help Buster with his weight management. He would benefit from dropping another few pounds.

Buster is neutered, microchipped, and UTD on his shots. No heart issues were detected.

If you are looking for a loving companion that will provide endless love and attention, then Buster is right for you! He has been an extreme gem-of-a-gentleman while in foster care and with his prior owner. He’s a really special and immensely thankful dog.

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 Buster. We will only consider applicants that will continue to provide his eye care, are able to take Buster to his follow-up vet visits (to the ophthalmologist in Williamston, MI), and are home most of the day.

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Toby in Carmel, IN

Here is the pup with his new family…

Meet Toby, a nine-month-old Blenheim boy!

Toby was surrendered by his owner who didn’t have time to give him the life he deserves. He has only had one previous owner.

Toby is as sweet as he can be. He’s a puppy through and through, with tons of energy and a true zest for life.

Toby is very friendly. He’s never met a a stranger.

Toby loves walking on a leash with his foster Mom, and does a great job on every walk.

He has been enjoying a fenced-in yard with two other dogs to play with. Toby gets along well with the other dogs. He has not, however, been observed around cats.

Toby is crate-trained when his foster family leaves the house for brief periods. He enjoys sleeping in his crate all night. He really loves his crate.

Toby does very well with children, and loves playing with them. He also loves his toys, especially stuffed animals. He loves cuddling on the couch …once he gets his energy out.

Toby is very happy go-lucky and goes with the flow. He does not seem to be bothered by a chaotic events, such as the arrival of house guests.

He is great at going potty outside if he is taken out every few hours.

Toby will need some manners training, as he is still very much an energetic little guy who loves to learn.

He is the sweetest boy, and will do well in a family with children and lots of fun activities.

Toby will be neutered soon, and once healed will be available for adoption. He will require a belly band for a time while inside the house till he learns not to mark.

If you feel you can give Toby the perfect forever home, please read Our Process and FAQs and complete our online application, if you have not already.

Please also email Sherry Morgan at morgans817@sbcglobal.net so she knows of your interest in this sweet boy.

Applicants within a four hour drive of Carmel will be considered.

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Piper and Magic in Lewisburg, OH

Meet Piper and Magic, a delightful bonded pair looking for a loving home together.

Hello, my name is Piper. I am 11 years old and was born January 6, 2015. I weigh 18 pounds. My color is Blenheim. I have a small thumbprint on my head between my ears. My foster parents can tell me and Magic apart by the spot. I have big, beautiful eyes. I don’t hear very well, but I follow Magic, my foster dog siblings and my foster parents around well. Magic and I were given to the Cavalier Rescue USA by our owner who had a change in family circumstances and sadly could no longer keep us. Our owner wanted a perfect forever home for us. She said that we deserve it.

I am a happy easy-going dog. Nothing bothers me. I am always wagging my tail. I love being as close to my foster parents as possible. I follow them everywhere. I sleep in a dog bed with Magic, in my foster parents’ bedroom. Occasionally, when my Aussie mix foster sister leaves the room, I will climb the doggie stairs and snuggle with my foster dad.

I’ve had my shots, am spayed, micro-chipped, and had two tumors taken out of my tummy that were benign. I had some dental work done and I lost all my teeth. My foster dad takes kibble and wets it and stores in the refrigerator. He warms in the microwave and smashes it with a fork for me to eat. I am housebroken when taken out on the schedule. My foster parents are home most of the time, so I go outside every 3 to 4 hours. Magic and I will take walks, but we are not that excited about them.

Hello, my name is Magic. I am also a Blenheim Cavalier. I weigh 19 pounds and I’m nine years old. My birthday is February 21, 2017. I am very close to Piper. When she left to go to the vet I cried and scratched at the door. I protect Piper. She needs me. Although, I am a bit more afraid of things than she is. I love to follow my foster parents around. I do well with my foster Cavalier that is here. I don’t do so well with the bigger foster dog. She’s nosy and always wants to know what everybody’s doing. She licks my head too. I will eat the other dog’s food, so my foster parents put me behind the gate to eat. I do growl if someone is eating a snack in the living room and I think the other dogs are getting too close to it. I am working on those things. My two favorite things are to be petted and sitting beside someone. I have all my shots. I have a low-grade murmur but not on any meds yet. I am micro-chipped and housebroken. Sometimes I wet on the patio instead of the yard.

For this pair, we are looking for a family where someone is around much of the time that has a fenced yard and kids over the age of 8 (if there are children in the family). If you meet all what we’re looking for and live within three hours of Lewisburg, OH. please complete our online application if you haven’t already and email Sherry Morgan morgans817@sbcglobal.net so she knows of your interest.

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