Welcome to Cavalier Rescue USA

Josie in Lake Forest, IL

Hi! My name is Josie and I am the definition of FUN! I am 6 years old (my birthday is April 4, 2020) and I was given to Cavalier Rescue USA by my breeder who wanted the perfect forever home to be found for me.

I have a clear heart and sound knees. At 21 pounds I was told that I need to lose a couple of pounds, so I’m currently on a diet. I have recently undergone a spay, dental, am up to date on core vaccines, heartworm/flea/tick prevention and am microchipped. Although I am a very healthy girl and had a dental earlier this year, I was told that I will most likely need dental cleanings every year.

I have beautiful Tricolor markings and a very expressive face. I love to run around and explore the large physically fenced yard at my foster home. I am a very strong girl and I like to play tug and chase my foster sisters (especially the bully mix, she’s so much fun!), so I would love to have at least one other playful dog in my forever home.

I’ve been to my foster parent’s lake house and I went in the lake with my foster mom; I can swim, but I prefer to sunbathe on the deck.

I absolutely love my foster siblings. I can usually be found in the middle of a giant cuddle puddle or curled up with one of them. I love going on car rides and on new adventures, even if it’s just running errands with my foster mom; I love tagging along since I get lots of attention everywhere I go. I enjoy meeting new people and I like respectful, dog-savvy children of all ages – I am not shy at all! I love to snuggle my foster siblings and my foster parents – if there’s an empty lap, I will climb up into it! Whoever wants to snuggle I’m all in, anytime.

I am a very good girl; I am reliably house trained (although my foster mom is home quite a bit to let me out), I sleep all night in my own crate, and during the day I have earned the trust of my foster parents to have the run of the house. I do have quite the snore for such a small dog, so my foster mom uses a sound machine to help muffle my cute little noises.

I like to partake in neighborhood watch duty with my foster brother and sisters; there are so many trespassers that I like to yell at when they walk by the house! Therefore, I would do best in a single-family home where my alerts won’t bother any neighbors. I walk well on a leash using a harness, so walks would be a great part of my weight loss plan. I LOVE food and am a voracious eater, and I have enjoyed all of the fun and healthy foods my foster mom has given me; goat milk ice cream is my favorite special treat.

If you’re looking for an outgoing, fun and affectionate girl that loves to snuggle and to play with other dogs, have a secure physically fenced yard, are home most of the time and live within a reasonable driving distance of Lake Forest, Illinois, please complete our online application if you haven’t already and then send an email to Carrie Thiergart at cavalierrescuecarrie@yahoo.com so she knows of your interest.

See Josie playing with her buddy… Josie and Friend

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Maggie May in Fort Wayne, IN

Meet Maggie May…

With her gentle eyes and quiet devotion, Maggie May is the kind of dog who will softly steal your heart and never let go. This tender, shy little shadow girl is just beginning to discover what love truly feels like-and she’s ready to share that journey with a family of her own.

Coming from an Amish breeder, Maggie May has known uncertainty, but now she is spayed, healthy, and ready to begin a new chapter filled with love, safety, and belonging. She weighs just under 12 lbs, so a petite pup.

At first, she may be timid, quietly observing the world around her. But with patience and kindness, she begins to trust-and when she does, she will gently follow you everywhere, becoming your devoted and loyal companion. Watching her slowly come out of her shell, gaining confidence and revealing her sweet personality, is a truly heartwarming and rewarding experience.

Maggie May has light pigmentation around her eyes, but her vision is perfectly fine-it’s simply part of what makes her beautifully unique.

She does well with children and other dogs, making her a wonderful addition to a loving family or a home with other canine friends.

Maggie May is searching for a patient, gentle family who will give her the time, reassurance, and unconditional love she needs to truly blossom. In return, she will give you her whole heart—a quiet, faithful companion who will cherish you every day.

If you feel that Maggie May could be the missing piece of your family, we would love to hear from you.

Please read Our Process and FAQ’s and then if you are interested in this Cavalier, please complete our online application, if you haven’t already, and then email Sherry Morgan at morgans817@sbcglobal.net so she knows of your interest.

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Leo in Des Moines, IA

This very handsome boy had a hard first year of life living in a commercial breeding facility. He was released to rescue when it was found he wasn’t useful as a stud dog at 15 months.

Leo is now 16 months old and weighs in at 15 pounds. He’s gotten a clean bill of health, had his neuter and is well on his way to acclimating to inside family life. He’s an active boy who loves to run and play, and then cuddle with his peeps. He drags the toys out every morning, plays tug of war with his foster siblings, and seeks out cuddling with his people when done playing. He loves nothing better than lying on his back on your lap, snoring (and we mean snoring).

He’s still working on his house manners, but is getting better every day. Consistency and a dog role model will be helpful. He loves his walks and does well on a leash.

Leo requires a fenced yard and hopefully a calm canine influence in the house. He loves other dogs his size and kids. He gets very excited in new situations and with new people. It takes this young one a bit of time to settle down, but he is doing better as he gets older.

Please read Our Process and FAQ’s and then if you are interested in this Cavalier, please complete our online application, if you haven’t already, and then email Kathi Erickson at cavalierrescueusa.ia.ne@gmail.com so she knows of your interest.

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Diesel in Indianapolis, IN

Diesel is a 5-6 year old Blenheim Cavalier who is looking for his forever home. Diesel came into rescue from a breeding situation. When he first came into rescue he was very nervous and unsure of how to be a dog, he did not know how to eat out of a dog bowl or drink water, what to do outside in the yard, use steps or car rides. Since coming into rescue and having his foster siblings teach him the ropes, he has absolutely blossomed. While in rescue he was neutered, had a dental cleaning was brought up to date on his vaccines and microchipped.

Diesel loves to play outside in the yard and chase his fellow Cavalier pack. He is completely trained to go potty outside and quickly learned how to use the dog doors, but he likes to always be able to see his person.

He is the cutest little goofball who loves to sleep on the couch and cuddle with his foster mom and siblings. He is very loyal to his person and foster siblings. He will seek out his person often for pets and loves a treat after potty breaks. He would do best in a home with another dog companion. Diesel loves to meet new people and is very friendly.

Diesel does well with a harness for walks but will not walk on a leash if attached at the collar. He does well in the crate but prefers to be with his uncrated siblings. He loves ice cubes and runs as soon as he hears the freezer door open. He does very well in the car and loves to look out the window from his car seat.

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Bonnie in Ypsilanti, MI

Me, me, me, me, ME! This adorable tricolor female born 07/29/2020 wants to be the center of attention and the center of her fur-ever home. Bonnie came into rescue after her owner could no longer care for her.

Bonnie arrived in foster care with a history of UTIs which our vet diagnosed as a symptom of an inverted vulva. Our vet performed corrective surgery to minimize this condition and make Bonnie much more comfortable. She is healing nicely and will get her stiches removed before adoption. Regular check-ups are all that is required now.

This little gal is one of the more alpha females we have had in rescue. She thrives on attention and wants to claim all of the human snuggles for herself. Bonnie is a bit bossy with the other Cavaliers in her foster home, definitely preferring to be close to her humans over playing with other dogs. She will bark at her humans when they are petting the other dogs and not Bonnie, or when they have forgotten to give her a special kiss or words of praise. For these reasons, we suggest she be placed as an only dog in her fur-ever home.

Bonnie is a bit overweight at 21 lbs and needs to lose a few more pounds which should be easily achievable with diet and exercise. She would benefit from daily walks to work on this weight loss journey and would really enjoy walks that allow her to meet the neighbors!

An active person or family (with older children) with someone home most of the time would be the perfect situation for Bonnie. She loves car rides and is always looking for an opportunity to go along on adventures — if it’s not too hot outside. Her favorite adventures are the ones that involve meeting new people so she can be in the spotlight. She enjoys both walking outdoors and being a couch potato indoors, sitting next to her people.

During the day Bonnie hangs out with her Cavalier foster siblings, while her foster mom works from home. This allows Bonnie frequent potty breaks. She has excellent house manners and doesn’t even mind the resident cats in her foster home. Bonnie is spayed, microchipped and up-to-date on her vaccines. No heart murmur was detected during her recent vet visit.

If you have someone home during the day for regular potty breaks, live within a reasonable driving distance of the foster home and are looking to make Bonnie your only Cavalier/dog, please fill out the online adoption application (if you don’t already have an application on file) and contact June at (June.cavaliers@gmail.com) to let us know of your interest in this charming attention seeker.

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Susan in Medina, OH

Here is Susan with her new family…

This beautiful sweetheart is Susan. She was given to rescue by a commercial breeder in mid-April. She is a sweet 6-year-old Ruby Cavalier with a gentle soul and a heart full of love. She loves soft blankets and comfy dog beds. She enjoys being close to her people and is happiest when she can relax nearby.

Susan is a little timid at first but warms up after some time. She is currently in a foster home with two adults, an older Cavalier, a cat and two children. She truly enjoys the company of other animals in the home. She does really well with gentle and calm children. She struggles with fast movements and loud noises sometimes, but has shown improvement.

She is extremely calm and does not require much exercise. She is not interested in dog toys but she loves a play session with her Cavalier sister. She really loves a good belly rub. She enjoys yogurt, carrots and eggs as treats and takes them very gently.

She is house and crate trained and sleeps quietly in her crate. She will need a dog proof home to ensure she does not ingest anything. She enjoys grass and loves to roll onto her back and wiggle. She would do well in a home with minimal steps as she is still very wary of them. She is working on walking on a leash and learning how to sit and lay down. She was great when she visited the Veterinarian and groomer.

While in foster care, Susan has been updated on all recommended vaccines, microchipped, spayed and had a dental cleaning done with extractions. She weighs 20 lbs. She is on monthly heartworm prevention, and she is taking a good probiotic to keep her gut healthy.

Susan had a re-occurring UTI that has now cleared up with the correct antibiotic. She went into heat a couple of days after her dental and her spay was postponed for 8 weeks. A week before her scheduled spay, an emergency happened and she needed surgery for Pyometra. She is 2 weeks post-op and is recovering beautifully and had bloodwork done to recheck her WBC’s. It is recommended that she has bloodwork completed in 2 months to re-evaluate her liver enzymes (ALT). Despite her liver enzymes being elevated, she is in good health and ready to find her forever home.

See Susan’s cute little tail wag: Susan and Susan & Friend

If you think Susan may be the perfect addition to your family, please complete our online application, if you haven’t already, then email Sherry Morgan at morgans817@sbcglobal.net so she knows of your interest. Adopters need to live within a 4 hour drive of Medina, OH.

Please read Our Process and FAQ’s before emailing.

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