Welcome to Cavalier Rescue USA

Cassia in Cotati, CA

This beautiful Black and Tan girl is Cassia. She was released to Cavalier Rescue USA when her owner couldn’t care for her any longer.

Cassia is super sweet and loves attention. She is eight years old, born July 25, 2016. Cassia is an overall healthy girl with no heart murmur. She weighs 22 pounds.

Cassia had a urinary tract infection (UTI) when she first came into rescue. She has a history bladder stones, so the vet recommends feeding her Hill’s Science Diet c/d or Royal Canin Urinary SO. Cassia will need monitoring for symptoms of UTIs.

Cassia is missing some teeth, but her remaining teeth are nice and clean.

Cassia is good with other dogs and comfortable with everyone. She had a couple of accidents at first adjusting to her transition, but she is house-trained and will let you know when she needs to go outside.

Cassia is crate-trained and sleeps quietly in her crate.

She plays with other dogs and humans, but also loves to nap on the sofa. Cassia watches TV, and is talkative when animals come on!

Cassia loves walks and is good on a leash. She used to live with a cat and got along with it. Cassia needs a home with low alone hours, a fenced yard and an active family. This beautiful girl is ready for her new home.

If you think you would be a great fit for Cassia, and live within a reasonable driving distance from her foster home, please email our Northern California Coordinator, Sarah Knudsen at sayrahk@gmail.com. Please also submit our online application if you have not already done so.
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Maybell in Cotati, CA

This big, gorgeous Black & Tan girl is Maybell. She’s a tall girl that currently weighs 33 pounds. We aren’t body shaming, but Maybell could stand to lose about 5 pounds! Measured amounts of kibble, limited treats and lots of walks will help achieve her perfect weight. Maybell was shaved down before she came into rescue but has a glossy, healthy coat. She came into rescue when her loving owner’s health issues meant she could no longer care for her.

Maybell is heart clear and overall a healthy girl that was born 5/1/2018. She even has nice clean teeth! She was scratching a lot but didn’t have fleas so the vet gave her a cytopoint shot in case of allergies as well as updating her vaccines.

Maybell is house trained and will let you know when she needs to go out. She does have some anxiety at first and is startled when you approach her quickly. Her vet records told us that she is extra anxious at the vet and they have used a muzzle during vet visits. She loves to snuggle and gives hugs, cuddling her head on your chest and getting on your lap.

She will protect and take toys and treats from other dogs but is fine with them otherwise. She loves to chase flying insects! Maybell loves walks but is strong and pulls. She sometimes barks at other dogs but is friendly. She will jump up on you so too so some training will be needed to for her to be a wonderful companion.

Maybell loves to be in her crate – it’s her safe space. She was in there a lot when she first arrived in her foster home but she will bark in the crate if left alone in the room. She does well sleeping overnight in it in the family bedroom. She will let you know if she needs to get out to go potty by moving around quite a bit.

Maybell lived with a cat in her former home and will be happy with other dogs or as an only dog in her new home, getting all of the attention! Maybell needs a dog experienced family with a fenced yard. Since she jumps and is strong we recommend an active family with older children (if there are children).

If you can give this sweetheart the home of her dreams and live within a reasonable driving distance from her foster home please email your interest to our Northern California Coordinator, Sarah Knudsen at sayrahk@gmail.com and submit an application if you haven’t already.

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Trixie in Citrus Heights, CA

Meet Trixie, a sweet, petite, 1 year old, tricolor female Cavalier born 02/23/2024. She came into rescue as a breeder surrender and was extremely fearful at first. Trixie has blossomed and gained confidence in her foster home that has several young Cavalier playmates. She is active, healthy and has recently been spayed, vaccinated, microchipped.

Trixie is housebroken and has been reliable but in a new home may need to be taken out to potty every couple hours until she becomes familiar with her new household. Trixie has wonderful puppy energy and enjoys chasing doggie bubbles, playing fetch with a ball or stuffed toy. She has learned to entertain herself swatting balls, tossing toys, chasing and retrieving she will repeat until she tires out. See Trixie playing with bubbles… Trixie!

Trixie is dog friendly, she especially finds comfort and companionship in other dogs. She feels secure while napping and snuggling with other dogs. A home that has another playful dog that Trixie could bond with is required to be considered for Trixie. She has not been cat tested. See Trixie in action with her buddies… Trixie

Trixie has developed confidence but still has a tendency to be shy and timid with unfamiliar people. Once she warms up to you she is very sweet and enjoys affection on her level while you are seated or laying down. She still is uncomfortable when approached to be picked up or carried. A home that is thoughtful and considerate of Trixie’s needs allowing her time to adjust and trust would be beneficial.

As with most young pups Trixie has a tendency to chew inappropriately especially when left alone. Gentle redirection and offering appropriate dog chews will help to lessen the desire for destructive chewing. Basic commands are new to Trixie but she is very smart, observant and learns quickly. She would benefit from basic training & more socialization.

Trixie’s requirements in her forever home are:

Another playful canine companion.
A fenced backyard
An active adult family or one with older respectful children
A family that is retired or works from home so she’s not left alone
Live within a reasonable driving distance

If you can meet all of Trixie’s needs, please fill out our online application if you haven’t already and then email our Northern California Coordinator, Sarah Knudsen at sayrahk@gmail.com so she knows of your interest.

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Missy in Loma Linda, CA

Meet Missy! This sweet and sassy senior Ruby Cavalier is the perfect embodiment of the saying, “Age is just a number.” At approximately 12 years old, Missy’s world turned upside down when her owner passed away and she wound up in a shelter. While sad and missing her owner, when the rescue volunteer came to pick her up, Missy leapt into the car, friendly as can be, happy to be out of the shelter and back into a home!

She adjusted quickly to the new routines in her foster home alongside two Cavalier siblings. Missy caught on to using a doggie door in no time, learned to sit patiently, though not always quietly, while meals are prepared and much to her foster mom’s chagrin, often barks at animals on TV.

Larger in stature weighing 27 lbs, Missy needs to lose a few pounds so her foster mom carefully monitors daily portions at meal time. Her ideal weight per the vet is between 23-25 lbs. She is currently on a single protein, limited ingredient food to help with allergies.

Missy sleeps soundly through the night but once the sun comes up, she will let you know she is ready to start the day. She is playful, and regularly tries to engage the other dogs in a game of chase. She is a very lovable pup who is sweet, affectionate, and playful.

Missy is spayed, up to date on vaccines, microchipped, and recently had several skin tags removed, which only enhanced her already attractive appearance. Though she has some hair loss on her lower back and tail from years of untreated skin issues, she’s as lovable as ever. Missy is on medication to support her mobility, which helps keep her spry and active.

She enjoys neighborhood walks and is great on a leash. However, if she comes across a reactive dog, she’ll happily join in the chorus of barks. As an errand companion, Missy is a super star in the car. She is a quiet co-pilot, happy to ride along throughout your day.

Missy’s perfect forever home would be one filled with kindness, affection and the appreciation she truly deserves in her golden years. She’d especially enjoy the company of a like-minded, easygoing, playful mature pup and a home with low alone-time. In return, she promises unwavering devotion, heartwarming companionship, and the loyal love a senior dog can offer.

If you’d like to open your heart and home to this Golden Girl, please complete an online application. Then email Nanci at nancigordon@gmail.com to let her know of your interest in Missy.

Our heartfelt gratitude to Fluff N Flash https://fluffnflash.com in collaboration with HeARTS Speak for these photos of Missy.

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Pickles in Washougal, WA

Update: 4-26-25: We’ve received several promising applications for Pickles so aren’t taking any more applications for now. Thank you for your interest in him!

Pickles is a sweet, affectionate little guy with a big heart and a playful spirit. At approximately 18 months old, this healthy, 24-pound Ruby Cavalier is looking for a forever home where he can be your loyal companion and cuddle buddy.

Pickles was surrendered to Cavalier Rescue USA by a loving family that was unable to keep him after rescuing him from an unfortunate situation as a puppy. He’s smart, eager to please, and happiest when he’s near his humans. He loves snuggling on the couch, playing with toys, and spending quality time with his people. He’s okay being left alone for short periods, but he really thrives in a home where someone is around most of the day. He’s a Velcro dog through and through and always wants to be at your side.

Pickles is house trained and recently learned how to use the doggie door. He loves his long walks and walks better with a no-pull harness due to pulling and excitability when he sees birds and other dogs. While his foster parents are working on this, his reactivity and pulling needs continued training and a firm grip! He’s a healthy boy and was recently neutered and microchipped.

Pickles loves his Cavalier foster sister and they are often found playing together or snuggling. He seems to really enjoy having another friendly dog in the home. While he hasn’t been cat-tested, his gentle nature indicates he’d be okay with dog-savvy cat siblings. Pickles is also good with children of all ages. With his outgoing personality, he acclimates easily to new environments, people, and furry friends. Car rides are fun but be sure to crate or strap him in because he will try to jump out the window!

His ideal new home is with a family where he’ll have minimal alone time as he truly wants to be near you always. He loves his walks, play sessions, and snuggles, so be sure to add those to your calendar. And with his Velcro personality, it shouldn’t be a surprise that he wants to sleep in the big bed with you (and he wants you to know he doesn’t snore).

If you’re the perfect match for sweet Pickles, live within a 3-hour drive of his foster home, and want to be considered for his new family, please complete the online application (if you haven’t previously) and email rescue coordinator Melissa Cincotta at happycavaliers04@gmail.com so she knows of your interest.

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Nellie in Maricopa, AZ

Here is Nellie with her new family…

Say hello to Miss Nellie, an 11 year-old tricolor Cavalier born on December 1, 2013. Nellie is the true definition of a sweetheart, and will supply unlimited amounts of companionship and love. She is happiest sitting beside her foster mom or dad. Nellie came into rescue because her elderly owner could no longer care for her.

Nellie is a quintessential “Velcro dog” who loves her people. Nellie keeps tabs on her foster parents at all times and will follow them from room to room. Nellie should be placed in a home where there is someone home for the majority of the time. She has some separation anxiety but this has improved while living with her foster family. Nellie does well when left alone for short periods of time by having a bit of peanut butter in her Kong and goes excitedly into her crate.

Nellie prefers to sleep on the bed with her foster family. She does well sleeping through the night without any problems. Nellie is 100% house trained and will bark to let you know if she needs to go outside.

Nellie gets along exceptionally well with her three foster family dogs (also Cavaliers). She also is warm and friendly to other visitors both other dogs and humans that come to her house, including children. Nellie however has a history of not tolerating cats and therefore should not be placed in a home with cats.

Nellie has had dental problems and as a result has no teeth. At her wellness exam the doctor said that her gums were healthy. She does well “chewing” small treats. Nellie has between a grade 2-3 heart murmur but it doesn’t require medical attention. Nellie is mostly deaf due to an earlier ear infection; but, she is very attentive and responds well to hand gestures. If her foster parents point in a direction they want her to go in, she responds well.

Nellie has a healthy appetite and looks forward to mealtimes. She isn’t shy to let her foster mom know to hurry up and get her meal ready! This is one of the few times Nellie barks.

Nellie is a warm, loving soul that will make a wonderful addition a loving family who will be devoted to her.

If you are interested in adopting this precious pup, please complete the online application if you haven’t already and then email Carolyn at smallpaws4@mac.com.

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