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Gidget in North Aurora, IL

Gidget is an adorable 6-month-old female tricolor Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy ready for a loving family committed to giving her the time, patience and guidance every puppy needs. She was born on March 29, 2026 and weighs about 5.5 pounds; she is a tiny girl but has a huge personality, an abundance of energy and plenty of love to give!

Gidget was given to Cavalier Rescue USA by her breeder who wanted the perfect forever home to be found for her after an initial vet appointment revealed a possible heart arrhythmia. Once Gidget arrived into our care, she had a thorough exam at our vet who heard a sinus arrhythmia, which is a normal, healthy heart rhythm where the heart rate speeds up when the dog inhales and slows down when they exhale. Other vets she has seen concur this was an innocent arrhythmia and it has since gone away. She has a small reducible umbilical hernia that can be repaired when she is old enough to undergo spay surgery. Gidget is up to date on core puppy vaccines and preventatives.

Gidget is a social, outgoing and confident puppy who is still learning about the world and needs a family prepared for consistent, positive-reinforcement training. She prefers to potty outside and is making progress with housetraining, though pee pads are available in her playpens while she continues learning. At night she sleeps comfortably in a crate in her foster parent’s bedroom, though as a young puppy she still sometimes wakes them up in the middle of the night to go potty.

Gidget is a friendly, social girl who loves everyone she meets. She even gets to go to work with her foster mom, giving her plenty of opportunities to meet new people and experience new surroundings. Thanks to these experiences, she’s becoming a well-socialized little lady. Gidget is starting to learn how to wear a harness and walk on a leash, so she’ll need a patient family who can help her build confidence through positive reinforcement, consistency, and practice. Her foster family thinks she is very smart, and would likely thrive in puppy training classes. Due to Gidget’s small size, she would be best in a home with no children or children ages 16+ who are gentle, respectful and dog-savvy.

Gidget currently eats three meals a day to fuel her very busy puppy lifestyle. She also loves healthy snacks and is an enthusiastic eater! When she’s not eating or sleeping, she’s a busy girl who is usually on the move with places to go and people to meet! Gidget LOVES to run and play and would be happiest in a home with a securely physically fenced yard where she can safely zoom around and burn off some of her puppy energy. She enjoys playing with her foster siblings, including 2 Cavaliers, a large mixed-breed dog and cats, so having an active furry companion or two that will play with her will be required for her continued socialization and happiness. Most of the time, she’s either running and playing with her foster siblings or sleeping — there’s not much in between! When she is not busy playing, Gidget loves to snuggle with her foster parents and enjoys being close to the people she trusts.

Because she is still young, Gidget needs a family that is home most of the time and able to dedicate plenty of time to training, socialization, play, and care. Gidget requires a family who understands that puppies need time, patience, guidance, and consistency. In return, she promises to bring you plenty of laughter, adventures, snuggles, and unconditional love.

If you meet all of Gidget’s requirements, live within a reasonable driving distance of North Aurora, Illinois, and feel she would thrive in your home, please complete our online application if you haven’t already and send an email to Carrie Thiergart at cavalierrescuecarrie@yahoo.com to let her know that you are interested in being considered.

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Amy in Arlington Heights, IL

Hello! My name is Amy and I am looking for my forever home! I am a very petite 12-pound female black and tan Cavalier King Charles Spaniel sweetheart with the shiniest coat you’ve ever seen. I was given to Cavalier Rescue USA by my breeder who wanted the perfect forever home to be found for me. I am a 3-year-old (my birthday is 8-21-2023) very healthy girl; I have a good heart and knees, was spayed and had a dental while in the rescue’s care. I am up to date on my core vaccines, heartworm, flea/tick preventatives and I am microchipped.

I am a love bug who is looking for nothing more than a warm lap and lots of cuddles! I can come across as shy with new people and sometimes I even scoot away from my people, but once they scoop me up, I am happy to snuggle into their arms for as long as they will have me. Other places I like to be? Any place my people are, especially my foster mom. I stay close but not underfoot, and perch myself where I can keep an eye on her and also my foster siblings (3 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels) – who I get along with very well, by the way. I don’t steal their food or treats but if they happen to leave a crumb on the floor or in their bowls, that’s fair game. I haven’t found any toys to be as interesting as my people so they won’t need to worry about sharing toys, but sometimes I get a little jealous and wiggle my way between my mom and my foster siblings. They don’t seem to mind since I’m so tiny and we all curl up together for a nap in the afternoon.

When I’m not napping or looking for a lap to nap in, I can get excited and turn around and around in circles! Recently, I learned that it is fun to roughhouse gently with my smallest Cavalier sibling and even my foster mom. I would enjoy having another easy going but playful small dog for a playmate and to curl up with at naptime, since I am used to not being alone. I would be fine in a crate for a few hours if I have to be home alone, but I would do best with someone who is home most of the day.

I’m getting more comfortable walking on a leash wearing a harness, but I really enjoy just exploring the backyard with my foster siblings. Because I am small and kind of timid, my forever home will need a fully physically fenced yard. I am working on housetraining and have made great improvements; I am about 75% there so will need a family that has the patience to work with me.

I hardly ever bark and for some reason, on the rare occasion that I do, it’s the non-dog animals on the big screen tv that make me howl. Go figure. What about kids, you ask? I would probably be fine with older children who are respectful, gentle and dog-savvy, but I’m really too tiny and timid for much more excitement than that. I am a very sweet, calm, lovable girl who would thrive in a home where I can feel safe, comfortable, and part of the family; once I knows you, I am ready to give you all the love I have.

If you meet all of Amy’s requirements, live within a reasonable driving distance of Arlington Heights, Illinois, and feel she would thrive in your home, please complete our online application if you haven’t already and send an email to Carrie Thiergart at cavalierrescuecarrie@yahoo.com to let her know that you are interested in being considered.

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Teddy in Arlington, VA

Meet Teddy! Teddy (or “Teddy Bear” as he’s affectionately known) is a 9-month-old Tricolor Cavalier born 12-22-25. This sweet boy came into the rescue with his littermate brother as an owner surrender after their family suffered a loss. Despite the sad circumstances, Teddy has settled right into foster life, snuggling up to his foster parents and resident pup, eating treats and making all kinds of friends in the neighborhood!

Teddy is confident, friendly and outgoing and happily approaches any human (including children) for a quick hello and pet. He is excited and eager to play with other dogs, his favorite toys (lambchop has been a favorite!) or happily chew on a puppy-safe bone. He loves to snuggle on the couch, and has a tendency to plop himself down in your lap for a little snooze.

Teddy is a healthy puppy weighing around 18lbs. While he is likely as tall as he will get, he will fill out as he matures. He will make a perfect puppy for someone who can give him the mental and physical stimulation he needs to grow into a perfect Cavalier companion. He is now on monthly preventatives, is up-to-date on his vaccines, and will need to be neutered by the time he turns 1.

He is house trained, though he is refreshing on this. With a consistent routine and potty breaks every 3-4 hours, Teddy does a great job staying accident free!

Teddy has typical rambunctious puppy energy – he loves to play and go on walks (so much to sniff!), but he settles in easily and takes nice long naps. He is very sweet and determined and has his own little quirks – like jumping up and sitting on the back of the couch like a cat! He is like a little duckling – he’ll follow you around the house and just wants to be with you (he likes to be on standby for any crumb drops in the kitchen)! Since Teddy grew up with a puppy brother, he’d do great in a home with another pup, but is confident enough to be the “man of the house” with the right family.

Teddy is still new to foster and city life so he is getting more confident with city sounds, walking on a leash, going potty outside, and basic commands. He knows “sit” and is very treat motivated so will be a fast learner! He would benefit from a puppy training class where he can continue to sharpen his social skills. He is happy to ride in the car, is brave at the vet and doesn’t mind being in his crate for short stints.

If you are interested in adopting Teddy, please complete our online application if you haven’t already and then email Diane Lombardo at cavalierrescueusamdwv@gmail.com so she knows of your interest.

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Romeo in Derby Line, VT

Are you a retired or current ball player? Meet your newest teammate, and biggest fan, Romeo! A happy, playful, black and tan Cavalier with joyful brown eyes and impressive ball fetching endurance. Romeo is looking for his forever family to provide him with training, warm snuggles and endless ball throwing.

It is unknown when Romeo was born, but he is estimated to be around three to four-years-old. Romeo came to the rescue with little information from his past. It is clear he was exposed to very little in his early years. He was nervous with new people and needed reminders of how to be a dog, but has quickly come out of his shell.

Romeo loves to play with his toys, play fetch and lounge on his back! A securely-fenced yard is a must. He is working on leash training and recall. If you have a ball in your hand Romeo will follow you around anywhere anytime.

Romeo has started crate training and is doing well through the night with no accidents. Romeo likes riding in the car and enjoys running errands with his foster mom.

Romeo is currently living with three small dogs, a husky, two cats and two human sisters, ages 6 and 10. Romeo gets along with everyone but may bark at new faces initially. Romeo is very interested in chasing cats, so a home with no cats is a must. Romeo loves his ball and will retrieve it the first and almost every time, even beating the six-month-old husky! Someone home to play ball with him is a must! He is working on his manners to not jump or guard toys and his house training.

To be successful, Romeo needs an owner who will positively reinforce him during training and be able to keep him on a consistent schedule. He has done well by watching and learning from his foster dog siblings. A person home for most of the day, or who works from home, will also be important. Children over the age of six are okay. Romeo will do best in a home as the only spoiled pup, or, possibly, in a home with a playful, calm, submissive dog who won’t mind sharing the toys.

Romeo weighs 16 pounds and is up-to-date on immunizations and preventatives. He will be microchipped and neutered on September 29th. Romeo had a negative fecal. He is being treated for a Lyme Disease infection but will complete his medication by October 7th. A re-check of his bloodwork should be done in 6 months. Romeo is heart clear and his knees and hips are good.

A loving, sweet companion with big soulful eyes, who is carrying a ball and has a tail that never stops wagging awaits! If you are interested in Romeo and feel you would be a good match, please, complete our online application if you haven’t already. Then, email Barbara Blanchette at: blanchettebarbara06@gmail .com so she knows of your interest.

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Coa Coa in Chapel Hill, NC

Raise your hand if you have ever been personally victimized by an adorable dog? When they are just so cute it isn’t fair? Meet Glen Coa Coa in North Carolina. Coa Coa came to Cavalier Rescue USA when his owner no longer had the time to dedicate to to him. Coa Coa is a 1 year old, neutered male born 06/30/2025. Coa Coa is a puppy, through and through. He hasn’t had the most consistent training throughout his life, but he’s eager for your love and praise. You just need to tell him what to do and he’s happy to learn. His manners are much improved since moving in with his foster family.

Coa Coa loves to play, almost as much as he loves to curl up on your lap and snuggle. He wants to be near you all the time. If you look up synonyms for Cavalier in the thesaurus, you’ll find “Velcro dog”. Coa Coa is the perfect example of that. He’s looking for his person. Could that be you?

Coa Coa does great with other dogs. He plays non-stop with his foster brother who is a one year old English Toy Spaniel. He loves sleeping with you at night. I know that you might think you need space on the bed, but Coa Coa knows that space is really for him.

It seems like Coa Coa has never walked with a collar before. He much prefers his chest harness. This is important so he doesn’t slip out of his collar! But once he realizes his harness is going on so he can go for walk, he’s as excited as a little kid on Christmas morning. He loves the morning walks to school with his foster mom’s 6 year old son. They were fast friends. Coa Coa grew up around kids and is very kind and patient with them. Coa Coa has not had any interactions with cats.

Coa Coa is not fully potty trained yet. He has been receptive to training in his foster home, but still requires frequent potty breaks and needs to be supervised (much like any other young puppy learning where to do his business). His adopter needs to be aware of this. There could potentially be a regression during the transition to his new home.

Coa Coa also wasn’t crate trained when he arrived to his foster home. He has made huge strides with this! He will now go in his crate for a biscuit. Coa Coa also eats in his crate because his foster brothers will try and steal his food (you know how food motivated Cavaliers can be!).

Coa Coa has a clean bill of heath from his vet and is up to date on vaccines as well as flea/tick/heartworm prevention.

Coa Coa would be happy with another like-sized dog, but also has lived as an only dog before. He needs someone who is home most of the day. Coa Coa gets lonely when left alone for too long. He needs a home with a securely fenced in yard for him to run and play safely in. He also needs someone committed to taking him for daily walks. He would love an active family, maybe even with dog savvy kids to play with.

If you think you might be a good fit as Coa Coa’s new forever family and you live within a reasonable driving distance to Chapel Hill, NC, please complete an online application if you haven’t already and then notify Angie Hansing of your interest by emailing her at nccavalierrescuemom@gmail.com

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Bella in Summerville, SC

Please meet Bella. She is an absolute sweetheart! She’s a healthy, 9-year-old Blenheim girl born on February 10, 2017. She’s up to date on all her shots and has a healthy heart. She recently had her dental cleaning and had no extractions. She is spayed and microchipped. She is a petite pup at 14 lbs.

Bella has a potty-time habit of eating her poop. In foster care, she has been making progress with correcting this habit. Telling her no, leave it , and rewarding her with a treat and lots of praise has helped her get better about this. Bella is a lover of food, car rides, and walks. She loves her food so much that she eats very quickly. She will need a slow feed bowl for all meals. She is a submissive cuddle bug who loves to nap close to her family. Bella is a quiet, social butterfly. She likes to meet new people and other dogs. She loves everyone she meets and gets along with cats, too.

Bella came to Cavalier Rescue USA when her owner became ill and could no longer care for her. Bella is looking for a wonderful home to spend her golden years in. One that is calm, relaxing, and devoted to loving her. For Bella to live her best life, she should have low alone time. If you’re looking for a cute, little, loving, easy going, sweet girl, that’s Bella!

If you think Bella would be a perfect fit for your family, please fill out an application online and email Gwen Cover at ckcsrescuesc@gmail.com so she knows you are interested.

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