Welcome to Cavalier Rescue USA

Poppy in Little Rock, AR

Update 5-21-25: We’ve received several promising applications for this pup so aren’t taking more applications for now. Thank you!

Meet Poppy, an adorable Cavapoo puppy born on 2/25/26, who looks like the world’s cutest sentient cotton ball. With her fluffy coat, sparkling eyes, and endlessly happy personality, Poppy has a way of making everyone around her smile.

Poppy came into rescue with her mother when she was only a couple of days old after they were given to Cavalier Rescue USA by a commercial breeder. Thankfully, Poppy has never known the harsh reality of that life. Instead, she has been raised surrounded by love, safety, and care, allowing her sweet and confident personality to shine from the very beginning.

Like any young puppy, Poppy is full of joyful energy and curiosity. She loves exploring her world, bouncing around with toys, and finding creative ways to entertain herself — including enthusiastically tugging on shoelaces whenever the opportunity presents itself. She adores people and approaches life with the belief that every stranger is simply a future best friend waiting to happen. Whether she is cuddled in your lap, following you from room to room, or happily playing with another dog, Poppy’s affectionate nature is impossible to resist.

Poppy would do wonderfully in a home with a gentle smaller dog or a calm dog who understands her tiny size and can help show her the ropes, though she does not require a canine companion. She would also do well with older, respectful children who understand how to carefully handle a small puppy. Like many puppies, Poppy has discovered her voice and can be quite the little barker when she is excited or wants attention, so an apartment or shared-wall living environment would likely not be the best fit for her. Because she is still so young, her future family should be prepared for all the time, patience, and consistency that come along with raising a puppy.

What makes Poppy especially lovable is her happy spirit. Despite her difficult beginning, she greets life with complete trust, excitement, and affection. She is the kind of puppy who will happily curl up in your lap after playtime and remind you daily just how joyful life can be.

Poppy is ready to grow up surrounded by love, cuddles, and a family who will cherish her for the rest of her life. In return, she promises endless puppy kisses, laughter, and unconditional love.

Because of Poppy’s young age, she has not yet been spayed. Her adoptive family will be required to sign and comply with Cavalier Rescue USA’s spay agreement. Poppy must be spayed at approximately nine months of age, or when deemed medically appropriate by the rescue and veterinarian. Proof of the procedure will be required within ten days of completion.

If you are interested in this puppy, please complete our online application if you haven’t already and then email Whitney Barron at wbarronp@gmail.com so she knows of your interest.

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Benji in Old Town Alexandria, VA

Meet Benji, a handsome 2-year-old Ruby boy born 11/07/2023. Benji has been enjoying his foster family, splitting time between Old Town Alexandria (city life) and a lake house in the Fredericksburg, VA area. He is a very happy, playful, energetic, curious boy. He follows mainly his foster Mama everywhere.

Benji is a healthy pup and weighs 21 lbs. When he arrived, he was, as expected, tentatively settling into his new environment and routine. He wasn’t eating much, but after a few days, that changed, especially when chicken, rice, and pumpkin were added to his meals. He’s thriving now and food-motivated.

He sleeps like a champ in his crate, and we do not hear a peep. During the day, when we’re out, he’s free to go wherever in our house, as he’s fully house-trained and has not had one accident. His biggest challenge is anxiety. Especially on his city walks with cars, sounds, kids, and other dogs. He is comfortable with some dogs, but not all. He loves car rides and settles down easily.

His foster mama feels he’d be happiest in a suburban or quieter environment, as we’ve discovered how happy he is at our lake house. He is so very loving and fun. He will make an amazing addition to the right person or family.

If you are a great match for Benji, please read through the adoption process protocol and complete an online application. Kindly also indicate your interest in Benji by emailing the coordinator for Virginia at cavalierrescueusamdwv@gmail.com.

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King in Houston, TX

Yes, he is majestic! King is a beautiful Blenheim boy who is 9-years old (dob 12-11-2016). King came into rescue because his owners knew he needed more time and attention than they could provide. He has been very loved and well cared for.

King is neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. He has no audible heart murmur. He has some allergies, and he is hearing impaired. King has been taught hand signals and knows Sit and Stay. Precautions for owning a deaf dog include never going off leash unless they are in a completely enclosed area, using caution on walks, consider a GPS tracker and collar marked “Deaf Dog”. You should avoid startling a deaf dog, especially when sleeping. Make sure he is aware when you are leaving to minimize anxiety and keep him on a regular routine. Another canine companion in the home would be helpful so he can follow their lead.

This pup is extremely sweet and loving! King loves to snuggle with his people and is good with kids. King gets along with other dogs and cats, but birds beware! He is well behaved in the car, at the vet and for the groomer. King loves to play with toys and can entertain himself. He prefers to sleep with you and will bark if crated. He can be food obsessed so you will need to keep people food out of his reach and keep him on a healthy diet.

Don’t miss out on this special boy! His foster mom says he’s the best little teddy bear ever!

If you are interested in adopting King, please complete our online application if you haven’t already and then get in touch with Sheri Cromwell at LuckyCavaliersTX@gmail.com.

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Willie in Broken Arrow, OK

Here is Willie with his new dad…

My name is Willie and I am around a year old. My birthday is unknown because I was rescued from a breeding operation with lots of others and we had nothing but our charm and good looks! I was taken to the vet and I was healthy except for ear infections. They were treated and now I have clean, healthy ears! I was neutered, got Heartworm and flea prevention, had my vaccinations, a microchip and sent to my foster home with a dad and some other Cavalier friends.

I am active and love to play with other dogs and toys (and chew up dog beds and foster dad’s pillows). I am learning how to control myself and respond to NO. Even though I am young, my early months were spent without much human contact. It has taken a long time and lots of support from my foster dad to learn that being with people is a positive and rewarding experience. I still need to approach you first because I will spook or jump away if you reach for me, particularly if I don’t see you initially.

I have discovered the TV and will bark if I see a dog on the big screen. I know how to use the dog door and will run back and forth taking toys outside and chasing the squirrels and barking at the golfers. I use the outside to potty most of the time but still forget myself inside if I am too busy.

I have a good appetite and am food motivated. I am not leash trained at this time, but I am quick to learn new things. I need a securely fenced back yard to run and play safely. I love to be with other dogs and have attached to one at my foster dad’s. We like to be together. My foster dad says that I am lots of fun and that I make him laugh every day.

Willie was adopted by one of our qualified applicants! Have a good life Willie!

Marty in Murphy, TX

Here is Marty with his new family…

Marty is a sweet 1-year-old boy and is looking for a forever home. He was born 7/22/24 and came into our care due changing family circumstances. He has adapted quickly to his foster home and fits right in. He has a beautiful, soft coat and a terrific temperament.

Marty wants to be near his people at all times but gets along well with his foster siblings. He lived with a cat previously and with children. He is curious and affectionate. He has easy adjusted to the foster home schedule. He is a cuddler and loves a lap and to be petted. He rides well in the car. He loves his walks and we are working on his leash manners. A yard would be ideal as he loves exploring outside. He still has a few puppy characteristics so can be a bit mischievous. He has a strong desire to chew so will find things if chewing toys are not provided regularly. He does listen well and corrects easily as he wants to please.

Marty is at his ideal weight at 21 pounds and his appetite is good. He likes dry kibble and treats and is food motivated. He will need to ensure he maintains his current weight with appropriate portions. He is up to date on all vaccinations, was neutered, and microchipped. He has a clean bill of health.

Marty is house trained. He sleeps all night in his crate.

Marty would be fine with gentle older kids. In foster care, Marty has not met a dog or person he does not like. He gets along with other dogs but can get a little overexcited while playing. He would be fine with or without other dogs. He is a young and active dog. He would be best with an active adopter who is not out of the house for long periods of time.

If you think Marty would be a great fit for your family and are within a few hours drive from Dallas, TX, please contact Shelby @ shelbynfields@gmail.com to express your interest. Please make sure you have an application on file. Please also read our FAQ page that will help you better understand our adoption process.

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Henry in Enid, OK

Here is Henry with his new family…

Henry is a 9-year-old male Cavalier that was released by his owner’s family after health issues prevented him from caring for him. He is a bit overweight and has lost a few pounds with his foster since he arrived. Henry is a calm, sweet and loyal boy who will follow his person everywhere.

Henry was seen by a vet and brought up to date on vaccines, had a dental and lost 6 teeth, and is on heartworm and flea/tick preventative. He is healthy with strong knees and heart. He is neutered. He also has a microchip.

Henry enjoys respectful children and will run after a squeaky toy when thrown. He loves riding in the car to pick up the kids from school and is starting to walk in the neighborhood for exercise. His favorite place is on the couch, or next to his person. He has always slept on the big bed with his owner and insisted on that now. Apart from a little snoring, he doesn’t move all night.

Henry is house and crate trained. He will go in the crate when left alone periodically and when strangers (like repairmen) enter. He is protective of his person and will bark at new people. Otherwise, he is very sweet, gentle and loving. He is fine with other dogs but has been an only dog all of his life. He prefers a quiet routine as the only dog.

We have a qualified applicant who has fallen in love with Henry and he has been adopted.