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Honey Bear in Tulsa, OK

Here is Honey Bear with her new mom…

Honey bear is a 7-year-old Ruby Cavalier that was an owner release due to circumstances beyond their control. She was a bit confused initially but made herself right at home in her new foster home and fit right in with the other dogs. She is a bit overweight and will require monitoring of her diet to make it easier to move around and be picked up.

Honey Bear underwent a full veterinary visit and required a dental. She lost 6 teeth that needed to come out and has been eating just fine. She was given a clean bill of health and did not require any other treatments. Honey Bear is house trained.

She gets attached to her person and follows them around particularly at feeding and treat time. She likes to snuggle on the couch and has a special place that she considers her seat. This dog will be a great companion for someone who is home a lot and has a fenced back yard.

Honey Bear was adopted by one of our qualified adopters who has been waiting for a dog like Honey Bear ❤️.

Charles in Castro Valley, CA

Here is Charles with his new family, just in time for the holidays ❤️!

This handsome little gentleman with the cute teddy bear face is Charles, a 6-7 year old Blenheim Cavalier. He’s a bit of a man of mystery since we don’t know much about his past or his age. He was surrendered to our rescue by the SPCA after being confiscated with a group of dogs from a neglect situation.

Charles is just as sweet as he looks and is quite the gentleman in his foster home. He’s reliably house trained with a dog door and is crate trained. He sleeps quietly in his crate at night but does look longingly at snuggling in the big bed. He gets along with his foster siblings, even occasionally playing and wrestling with the puppy. He loves walks but the one thing that he loves the most is to be by your side or cuddled up in your lap!

Charles was recently neutered and had a dental leaving him with a dazzling smile. He is heart healthy too! He’s s a bit hard of hearing but is learning hand motions to come & stay. Our rescue vet thinks that Charles “is on the younger side of 6-7”!

He’s a very quiet little guy. We were afraid that he might have been debarked since we didn’t hear a peep from him in over 6 weeks. But he got really excited getting leashed up for a walk and found his voice!

No matter what his past held, Charles has learned to love the good life! He politely “asks” with his paw to come up in your lap and is content to stay cozied up as long as allowed.

Charles visited Santa and has one wish for Christmas: to find a loving forever home. If you can give this sweet guy the loving home he deserves and live within a couple of hours from Castro Valley, please reach out via email to our Northern California Coordinator, Sarah Knudsen at sayrahk@gmail.com

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Beau in Charlotte, NC

Here is Beau with his new family…

Beau is a devastatingly sweet 3-year-old boy whose greatest joy in life is snuggling as close to his people as he can get. A breeder surrender who spent his first 2.5 years in a kennel, he is determined to make up for every bit of love and affection he went without. This sweet boy melts into you the moment you sit down, presses his snoot into your neck, and will happily snooze on your lap for as long as you will let him.

Beau came to us with grade 4 bilateral luxating patellas that caused him significant discomfort, yet he remained spirited and playful with a heart wide open. With the support of Cavalier Rescue USA, the care of a dedicated veterinarian, and the love of his foster parents (and two foster sisters!), Beau bravely underwent two corrective knee surgeries. For the first time in his young life, Beau has been able to experience life without pain, and he has taken full advantage of it.

Over the past several months, Beau’s personality has truly blossomed. Having discovered the joy of snoozing on a comfy couch, he has fully embraced family life and the affection that comes with it. There is nowhere Beau would rather be than by your side. Whether that means going for a walk, hopping in the car, playing fetch in the backyard, napping nearby while you work, or curling up after dinner, Beau is happiest when he is included. He is loving, joyful, and deeply devoted, and will bring endless happiness to his forever family.

Beau is thriving physically and emotionally. He is an ideal weight at 19 pounds with a taller, slender, athletic frame, and is fully vetted, neutered, and up to date on vaccinations. He loves other dogs and has bonded closely with his foster sister, Rosie, a gentle soul who helped guide him into life on the plushy side. He is unbothered by cats, though he may bark at them occasionally.

We think Beau would do wonderfully as an only dog due to how deeply he loves his people, but he could also thrive in a home with another friendly, laid-back dog. Unsurprisingly, Beau is fantastic with children. He will happily chase toys for as long as little hands are willing to throw them, and he not only tolerates enthusiastic cuddles but returns them in kind. He would make a wonderful playmate and gentle companion for kids.

Beau’s forever home must include plenty of human companionship. He has spent too much of his life alone and does best when his people are around. He makes an excellent sidekick and loves tagging along for car rides, brewery visits, and dog-friendly outings, greeting everyone he meets with tail wags, spins, and kisses. He is generally a quiet dog but will bark at other dogs, delivery drivers, and animals on TV.

Beau enjoys having a securely fenced yard where he can sniff, explore, and play fetch, and he also benefits from at least one daily walk. He has made great progress with house training and does very well going potty outside, though he may still have the occasional accident as he continues to settle into home life.

If you think you are the right fit for Beau and live within a reasonable driving distance of Charlotte, NC, please complete our online application. Then, please email NC Rescue Coordinator, Angie, at nccavalierrescuemom@gmail.com and let her know of your interest.

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Cooper in Depoe Bay, OR

Hubba Hubba – meet Cooper!

This charming, sweet, utterly lovable 4-year-old tricolor Cavalier is ready to steal a heart (or several). Neutered, house-trained, and full of personality, Cooper came into rescue after his owners moved away. Since then, he’s been living with a foster family who absolutely adore him – and it shows.

Cooper is a beach-loving boy who enjoys long walks, quiet car rides, and being right by his person’s side. He walks nicely on leash but dreams of the high life – literally. This little adventurer loves to climb anything he can reach, so his future home must keep an eye on countertops, rocks, and “impossible” heights. Off-leash is absolutely not an option for him.

He’s a quiet pup, rarely barks, and instead makes the softest, sweetest little noises. Toys aren’t necessary to entertain him, he’d rather gaze lovingly at you for hours. He loves other dogs and is very submissive, happily following the lead of a confident canine friend. In fact, another dog in the home would be ideal for him. He’s good with kids, but cats are a no-go (he thinks they should enjoy being chased… they disagree).

Cooper is fully potty trained and signals when he needs out, although he’d prefer not to go in the rain. Bath time is easy, but paw handling and nail trimming require patience, his foster has made progress though! He is indoor-focused, a proud believer in couch privileges, and sees no purpose whatsoever in dog beds or crates. Sleeping next to his person on the bed or couch? Now that’s his love language.

This sensitive little guy struggles with being left alone. His foster discovered his “Achilles heel” when he leaped onto the kitchen counters and over a baby gate during a short dinner outing, only to be found innocently back behind the gate when they returned. Cooper is clever!

He’s experiencing new things with wonder. He recently swam in a tide pool for the first time and is becoming fast friends with his foster’s dogs. He respects the resident pack leader and has even won over the diva female who “likes no one.” He prefers women, is extremely smart, and has a tender heart that just wants to belong.

Cooper is truly is a wonderful boy. He deserves the perfect home: a cat-free family with another friendly dog, someone who’s home often, and a cozy spot on the furniture right next to his person.

Cooper is healthy, microchipped, and not due for vaccines until Feb 2026. Cooper will be ready for adoption before Christmas – what a beautiful gift for the right family.

If you are interested in this sweet boy, please complete our online application if you haven’t already and then email Cynthia Kastner at cseakastner@gmail.com so she knows of your interest.

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Ava in Laguna Hills, CA

Here is Ava with her new family, right in time for the holidays 💕

Meet Ava! Whether you spell it forward or backward, Ava’s still the same 12-pound ball of lovable puppy cuteness. This approximately 10-month-old Blenheim sweetheart came into rescue as a breeder release and the whole world is brand new to her. Every day is an adventure filled with learning, and discovering what it means to be a treasured companion.

From the moment she arrived in foster care, Ava bonded quickly with her Cavalier foster siblings. She trails behind them everywhere; learning where to potty, discovering that a leash means a walk, and finding out how wonderful it is to snuggle together in a dog bed or on the couch. They’ve also been trying their best to teach her that pillow corners are not chew toys, but the overflowing toy basket absolutely is. She’s still very much a growing puppy, taking in the rhythms of home life with curiosity.

While in rescue, Ava was spayed, brought up to date on vaccines, microchipped, treated for an ear infection and a few intestinal issues. She is a healthy, happy pup ready to begin her search for a forever family. Ava is food motivated, making treats a great tool for redirecting unwanted behaviors and reinforcing positive ones. She’s a quick study and will benefit from continued, consistent training as she grows into her very best self.

Ava can be initially skittish when faced with new experiences such as loud noises, cars, big dogs, or unfamiliar people. A home with a secure yard will allow Ava the necessary space to move and explore at her own pace. She’s learning that even her own reflection in the window isn’t something worth barking at. Once she trusts you, your lap will never be empty since Ava thrives on closeness with both her people and her foster siblings.

Potty training remains a work in progress, improving steadily each day. She is able to use a potty pad inside when left for short periods of time. Ava’s new family should remember that puppies need patience and repetition as they navigate their way toward maturity. A predictable daily routine, gentle guidance, and clear expectations will help build her confidence and set Ava up for a lifetime of loyal companionship.

Due to her spirited, age-appropriate energy, Ava needs a home with low alone hours and without small children. Older, dog-savvy kids who can support her daily activity needs would be a great fit. Ava also has a strong prey drive, so a home without cats will be best. She would also flourish with a confident, like-minded, energetic small dog who can be both her snuggle buddy and playmate.

If you feel you have what this playful, palindrome pup needs moving forward, please complete an online adoption application if you haven’t already. Then email Nanci at nancigordon@gmail.com to let her know you are interested in becoming Ava’s new family. Applicants should live within a 2-hour drive of Laguna Hills, CA to be considered.

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Fiona in Portsmouth, RI

Here is Fiona with her new family, right in time for the holidays!

Meet Fiona – a tiny girl with a huge heart! Fiona joined rescue after a 10-day hold at a shelter and arrived needing some TLC. With a double ear infection and a UTI, this petite sweetheart had clearly been through a lot. After completing her antibiotics, she’s feeling so much better and is ready to focus on what truly matters, finding her forever family.

Estimated to be under two years old, Fiona is a dainty little lady at just 10 pounds. Don’t let her size fool you! Her personality is bright, loving, and joyful. She adores her foster family, including her three canine buddies, and she’s even learning to get along with the resident cat!

Fiona is doing great with her potty training, but because she is young and very small, she’ll need a family that can let her out frequently (about every two hours) to set her up for success. She’s just discovered toys and loves exploring them. She’s also learning how to walk on a leash and loves tagging along on outings. Every trip is an adventure in her eyes!

We are unsure if Fiona has been spayed. We have scheduled a spay appointment in Narragansett, RI, for the end of January. Her forever family will need to live within an hour and a half of Narragansett, RI, so that Fiona can be spayed by the rescue in January if needed.

With the holidays approaching, Fiona is dreaming of spending the season snuggled up in her very own forever home, a warm place where she can give and receive the love she’s been waiting for. She will need someone home with her most of the day to reinforce training and provide companionship and another dog to be her buddy.

If you’re looking for a tiny companion with endless affection to give, Fiona may be the perfect match. Please fill out an application if you have not done so already, and then email Jill Kitson at cavaliersinri@gmail.com.

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