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Pumpkin in Easton, PA

Here is Pumpkin with his new family…

Pumpkin is a big fluffy 2 year old Ruby male Cavalier. When his owner’s situation changed and she was unable to give him the care that he needed, she reached out to rescue for assistance.

Pumpkin has adjusted well to his quiet foster home. He’s a bit socially challenged and prefers to hang out on the couch near his people. Pumpkin walks well on a leash, but really doesn’t enjoy going for a walk. He is taken out on an occasional walk to maintain walking skills. A well fitting harness is suggested, as new sounds and experiences can frighten him, so he needs to be secure. It can be a bit of a challenge to harness him up, but with a bit of patience, it can be done.

Pumpkin has had zero accidents in his foster home, however he will need a patient person to stay in the yard with him until he gets comfortable with his surroundings. He requires you to keep him company while he wanders in the yard. If you leave him alone in the yard, he will hang by the door until let in, and will not have done his business. He will require a fenced yard and a patient owner. No quick hurried potty time for Pumpkin! He will signal when he needs to go out, but he is taken out frequently and he will go out as he gets a tiny treat when coming in.

Pumpkin does well with dogs while on walks or at the vet. We have an outside feral cat that he seems to want to be friends. He is in foster care as an only dog but we think he would be okay with another calm dog in the house as well.

Pumpkin eats well, and you must resist overfeeding him, as he loves to eat! He can be a little beggar, but will give up, if ignored. Pumpkin is a long and tall boy for a Cavalier, weighing in at 33 pounds. He does need to lose a few pounds to get to his ideal weight.

Pumpkin is neutered, up to date on his vaccinations and is microchipped. He has an umbilical hernia, grade 2 heart murmur and a grade 2 luxating patella. No medications are needed at this time. The vet suggested a joint supplement to help with the patella issue. His fosters are also doing some in-home physical therapy to strengthen his core and keep him flexible. He balances his front legs on a ball and does crunches and stretches. He is very food motivated so they are using tiny bits of baked chicken breast to go through the motions.

He has been left alone for around 4 hours without incident. The fosters leave the TV on for company. Pumpkin enjoys lying on the sofa and watching TV. He is a pleasant, quiet companion pup with a great disposition. He does not have any bad habits. He’s a sweetheart who just needs a patient owner that is a homebody like him!

If you think you might be a good match for this sweet teddy bear and you live within a reasonable driving distance of Easton, PA, then email Melissa MacMullin at cavalierrescueusapa@gmail.com and asked to be considered as a family for Pumpkin. Please make sure you have an updated application on file before emailing.

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PA license: 16547

Maddie in Cinnaminson, NJ

Here is the pup with her new family…

Hi everybody! My name is Madigan, but you can call me Maddie. I came to Cavalier Rescue USA from a commercial breeder and I wasn’t in the best of shape. I had a very sore mouth with lots of abscessed and fractured teeth. My coat was very dull and itchy. My ears caused me great pain and were very smelly. I had many babies, too many, and I was very tired. Then, one magical day some very nice people from Cavalier Rescue USA came along. I took a long drive with some nice people called fosters. I couldn’t believe it, and I was a little scared, but my three foster sisters welcomed me with open paws (even the cat liked me)! I liked my Foster Mom and Dad (especially Dad) because they were very gentle with me and gave me the time to adjust to my new surroundings without pressure. Now, it’s time for me to find my forever home, so I’ll let foster Mom and Dad tell you more about me.

Hi folks, Maddie’s foster parents here! Maddie has simply been the sweetest and easiest foster we have had. She tells the truth about her start in life, but she’s been to the vet to fix her nasty mouth, clear up a nasty ear infection, she was spayed and had a suspicious mammary gland removed and biopsied. Just a cyst, so no further concerns. Maddie was also microchipped and treated with flea/tick and heart worm meds, and all other vaccines. Once she was all sorted out at the vet, she is overall a healthy girl, and mostly likely in the 6-year-old range. The vet suspects she has some low tear production so may need eye medication in the future, but her numbers are fine at the moment but should be monitored moving forward. A 17-lb tricolor girl, she is heart clear, and knees, hips, eyes, hearing are all good. She does show some signs of allergies and she is currently on a hydrolyzed kibble, which she loves. Then again, she loves food of any kind.

Maddie is crate trained, and house trained as long as she gets to go out on a regular schedule. She does not signal her need to go out so we take her out about every two hours. She will need positive reinforcement in her new home but she’s a quick learner. She does not need to go out overnight, but don’t dawdle in the morning or “things” could happen.

When Maddie arrived to our home, she was very shy and skittish, especially when approached from overhead. She still isn’t happy with being picked up, but a small treat helps to overcome her concerns. Within a day, she was up on the couch in the puppy puddle. So far, Maddie does not jump on furniture on her own. Mom believes she is capable, Maddie just doesn’t know it yet. Maddie has no fear of loud noises like vacuum cleaners, thunder, etc.

Maddie does have a voice and will use it when she sees intruders like the mailman, squirrels, wild turkeys, other doggies on a walk. Speaking of walks, Maddie is leash trained with a harness and walks very politely. She is awesome in the car, and does stairs like a champ! Maddie has not been the most playful pup. Toys don’t seem to interest her. She mostly just likes to chill. Maddie sleeps through the night in a crate next to her foster mom and dad and she is very happy with that arrangement. She tried the big bed once and decided she’d rather sleep in her own crate. Fair warning, Maddie ADORES her foster Dad and will follow him everywhere and she can be unsettled for a bit when he’s not in sight. So maybe a quiet household with a man willing to have her as a sidekick would be best. She runs with the pack in her foster home, so would appreciate another canine companion. She has not been tested with kids. A secure fenced yard is a must but Maddie truly prefers being inside getting belly rubs, lots of belly rubs.

Maddie has been a delight to have in our home and we will miss her but it is time for her to move on to her destiny. If you are interested in Maddie, please complete our online application if you haven’t already and then email Rebecca Plimpton at beckplimpton@gmail.com so she knows your interest.

See Maddie in the yard: Maddie

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Wally in New Hope, PA

Wally, aka “The Walmeister,” is a six-year-old, adorable tricolor firecracker!

Wally will love you if understand his three priorities: playing fetch, being near his person (ideally sleeping in the big bed) and, of course, food.

This boy is nuts for his tennis balls, and he enjoys playing after breakfast and dinner with naps in between. He plays indoors and outside.

Most times, his foster Mom has to hide the ball to convey that play time has ended.

Wally came into rescue due to a diabetes diagnosis, but this very active dog has responded well to his 12-hour meal/insulin schedule. Other than a blood-sugar check every few months, Wally requires no special veterinary care beyond normal checkups. He will require insulin for the rest of his life.

Wally currently takes 3.5 units of U-40 insulin every 12 hours. His insulin and syringes are about $50 per month. He is totally oblivious to his shot which is administered into a pinch of his neck scruff while he is eating.

Wally is a taller boy weighing in at 22 pounds.

Wally gets along well with his Cavalier foster siblings, but also would be happy as an only dog as long as he has attention from his human. He has something of a prey drive, and will occasionally chase the resident cat as well as give a hearty bark at animals on the television.

Wally has not been exposed to children. Older children that would play fetch with him would likely be something he’d enjoy. He needs a fenced yard for his outdoor play time.

Wally walks well on a leash. He can be reactive to certain dogs, but can be redirected with a small training treat. He had a few potty accidents in his foster home, but is housebroken and paws at the door to indicate he needs to go out.

Wally is not very fond of wet weather.

Wally has tolerated baths in his foster home and is learning to accept some brushing. He previously sported a puppy cut and is used to groomer visits, though his foster parents have allowed his fur to grow out.

If you would like a sweet playful pup, Wally is your guy. Please make sure that you have our online application completed if you have not already done so. Then email Melissa MacMullin (cavalierrescueusapa@gmail.com) to ask to be considered as Wally’s family.
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PA license: 16547

Echo in NYC, NY

Echo is a 4-year-old Blenheim Cavalier born 01/06/2022. This boy has a huge heart, an even bigger personality, and absolutely no concern for personal space — which, as any Cavalier lover knows, is part of the breed standard!

Echo came into rescue after his family experienced life changes and could no longer give him the time and attention he deserves. He’s now searching for a forever family who will spoil him just enough…or a lot.

Echo is sweet, playful, and incredibly affectionate. His favorite place is wherever his people are — on your lap, beside you, or following you from room to room to ensure you don’t accidentally get lonely. He loves playing with his toys and will happily recruit you for a game whenever the mood strikes.

While Echo gets along with other dogs and he has done well with both older children and toddlers.

Echo is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on his vaccinations. He has epilepsy that is well controlled with twice-daily medication and has remained seizure-free while on treatment. He also has an adorable little quirky walk from time to time. X-rays confirmed he’s structurally sound. We like to think it’s just part of his signature style. He is currently murmur free! He has a little plaque and will need a dental in the next year or so.

Echo has a little separation anxiety and may voice a brief objection when you leave, but he settles down quickly. He sleeps peacefully in his crate, although he’d gladly accept a promotion to the big bed if one becomes available.

At 30 pounds, Echo is a “full-sized” Cavalier with surprisingly sophisticated taste buds. He politely declines most treats but enthusiastically accepts liver treats and cream cheese (the only acceptable way to disguise his medication). His veterinarian recommends he lose about 5 pounds, and for his wellbeing, it is important his future family are committed to helping him achieve this goal.

Echo loves his daily walks and gets so excited when his leash comes out that he spins in happy circles. He greets everyone he meets like a long-lost friend and firmly believes the world is full of people who have been waiting all day to meet him. Because he loves being with his people, he’d do best in a home where someone is around for much of the day.

If you’re looking for a funny, loyal companion who will keep you company, make you laugh, happily supervise all of your daily activities, and remind you that privacy is overrated, Echo may be your perfect match!

To be considered for Echo, please complete the online adoption application. After applying, email Amanda Bunting at Amanda.bunting.phd@gmail.com to let her know you’re interested. If you already have an application on file, simply email Amanda. There’s no need to apply again.

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