Welcome to Cavalier Rescue USA

Molly in Woodland, CA

Hi everybody, my name is Molly. I’m a tricolor girl on the petite side, just 11 lbs, but at 4 years old I am a complete package of Cavalier perfection! Just look at how cute I am!

Before I came into rescue I lived with a breeder in a pen with a bunch of other dogs and didn’t have very much contact with humans. Fortunately, that life is over and no more puppies for me. I’ve been spayed, had my teeth cleaned, got vaccinated and I’m ready to find a forever home. I even went to the groomer and had a mani/pedi!

Now everything is new, different and a bit scary for me so it may take a while for me to trust, but I’m eager to please. I get along great with all the dogs in my foster home. Since all I’ve ever known is being with a bunch of other dogs, I’m a lot more comfortable with another dog around so you’ll have to have a similar sized dog to be considered to adopt me. I’m scared to be alone, your dog can be my companion, snuggle buddy and they can show me how to be a loved house pet.

I’m learning about toys and I think I really am going to like them. I also like walks and I’m a really good girl in the house, talking all of my business outside using the dog door.

Besides having a canine buddy I would like my people to be home most of the time. I also need a secure fenced yard. While foster mom was working in the yard, she put us in a big x-pen, I surprised her and jumped out!

If you can fill my wish list and want me to come live with you, first you’ll need to live in Northern California, then please fill out an application if you haven’t already so we can get to know more about you and contact our Northern California Coordinator, Sarah Knudsen at sayrahk@gmail.com to let her know all about you & your home.

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Abbey in Erie, CO

Abbey in her new home!

Meet Abbey, a 10-year-old tri color female Cavalier who is a little sweetheart! With her adorable tongue flopping out the side of her mouth—no teeth, no problem—she’s a certified professional in the art of gentle kisses. While she may be a little shy when first meeting new people, it doesn’t take long for her to warm up and become your loyal little shadow.

She enjoys gentle playtime with her foster siblings and will even toss out a playful bow when the mood strikes. But more often, you’ll find her snuggled right up next to them (or on your lap!) enjoying the quiet moments. That said, she’d also be perfectly happy as the only dog in the house, soaking up all the love and attention for herself. She’s happiest when she can curl up near you while you work or relax.

Abbey is incredibly food motivated and makes an excellent sous chef, keeping close tabs on kitchen activity. Since coming into foster care, she’s been on a healthy diet and has already lost 1.5 pounds—go Abbey! She weighed 19 pounds when she came in and needs to lose some more weight. Her new family will need to continue helping her stay on track so she can keep feeling her best.

This little lady gets around just fine, even with a grade 2 luxating patella on her left leg. The patella does not need surgery, but will benefit from some more weight loss. She climbs stairs, hops up on the couch for snuggle sessions, and loves going on walks to explore the world. She has a grade 4 heart murmur and is on pimobendan, but she doesn’t let that slow her down. Abbey is happy in the car, chill during bath time, and all-around just the sweetest dog you’ll ever meet. She is up to date on all of her vaccines, is spayed, and microchipped. She had a dental while in foster care, which resulted in her losing the remaining few teeth she had.

With her mellow energy, sweet spirit, and goofy charm, Abbey is the perfect blend of low-maintenance and lovable. Whether you have a pack or just want one perfect pup to spoil, Abbey’s ready to fill your home with warmth, tail wags, and heart-melting snuggles.

If you are interested in Abbey, please complete our online application if you haven’t already and then email Carolyn at CarolynCKCS@comcast.net so she knows of your interest.

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Chase in Smyrna, DE

Here is Chase with his new family…

Chase is a friendly, adorable 2-year-old male Blenheim Cavalier who was born July 12, 2022. He came to Cavalier Rescue USA from a breeder who wanted to focus on breeding smaller dogs.

Chase is the happiest and most loving guy! He enthusiastically greets everyone he meets. His tail never stops wagging. He loves to be with people and will snuggle with you for as long as you want. He loves to be outside and to run and explore the world around him. He gets along nicely with all the dogs in his foster home. He loves treats and mealtime and gets very excited when it’s time to eat. He will gladly go in his crate for a treat at bedtime or if his people are leaving the house. His beautiful coat will need to be brushed regularly, which he enjoys immensely. He often falls asleep while being brushed.

Chase is in excellent health. He is neutered and microchipped. The vet recommends the use of over-the-counter eye drops twice a day to keep his eyes clean and comfortable. He sits nicely for his eye drops.

Chase is still learning to walk on a leash, but he is doing very well. He is very smart and picks up new things quickly. He is eager to please. He likes to go for rides and does well up front so he can be near you and look out the window. He would love to sit in your lap, so a secure doggie seat is recommended to keep him seated safely. He will be happiest with an active family and a home with a fenced in yard for play.

If you are interested in Chase, 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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Waylon and Willie in Tulsa, OK

Howdy from Tulsa Oklahoma! I’m Waylan (red collar) and I’m 2 years old. My buddy and bestest friend is Willie (blue collar). He is just one year old. We were abandoned last month in a field in a sparsely populated area. Together we toughed it out, through the cold and rainy nights, and even a few wind and hailstorms. But as determined best buddies, we bonded together to make sure we could take care of each other. We survived. One day, we heard a loud voice calling and whistling at us so we said, “let’s check this out!” As we bound through the sage brush and tall grass, we found a nice lady who met us with open arms and a dry towel! We were quite exhausted. She drove us to her home and set us up in warm beds with fresh water, and a delicious meal. Afterwards, as we did in the field, we cuddled up, fell asleep, and slept till the morning. Again, we had were safe together.

The nice lady contacted Cavalier Rescue USA and they gladly accepted us. The lady had spent several days putting out signs and going to the few houses, contacted vets and put us in Lost and Found online. Other efforts by the Rescue did not find our owners. We were both very dirty, matted, and not pleasant smelling. Whooweee! After two baths, a necessary short hair cut, ears trimmed, and nails clipped, we felt like the Lion in that Wizard of Oz movie! My ears were so matted they had to shave all the hair off and they found serious infections inside and out. I was treated at the vet and feel great now!

At the doctors we were found to be in great health. Our teeth are pearly white, eyes and hearing loud and clear. Our coats are silky smooth. And we smell good. I weigh 24 lbs and Willie weighs 21 lbs. We got neutered and we lost our “Boys”, so our foster dad introduces us as “Willie, Waylan, and NO Boys!” We also got microchips and are on heartworm and flea prevention.

We do everything together! I tend to be the leader but am not dominant. The rescue feels that Willie would have a harder time separating from Waylon as he shows some anxiety if that occurs. We love to sleep, hang, explore, and wrestle with each other. Daddy lets us out every three hours to do our business in the backyard. We haven’t learned to use something called a doggy door yet, but we are willing to learn. We know not to pee or poo in the house but we both have had a few accidents in the same spot, but we are getting better at going outside. Daddy rewards us with a treat when we do! He doesn’t like it when we find a stick and chew it up. He gives us chewy toys and appropriate puppy friendly toys instead.

We take 1/2-mile walks in our harnesses and leashes. Daddy keeps us in line, pacing us so we don’t pull him. He says, “It’s not a race!” We stop when he says stop and go when he says Let’s go! We are polite and sit still when we meet the big people and children on our walks. We love small children, they are so kind to us, and our size too. We don’t jump up on them or anything to scare them. However, we miss dad when he runs errands, and we tend to get so excited when we hear him come home that we do get quite wound up jumping up to greet him wanting his attention. He sits us down to give us head, chin, back, and belly scratches. He will rub our ears and massage our feet before we go to bed. We love him.

Willie and I are bonded buddies. We would love to have a family happy to adopt us together to love and care for us. We think you will really like our fun personalities, playful bantering, politeness, following you around, and being close to you wherever you sit, to snuggle in your lap, or just spend time with you. If you think you would like to consider us for your home, fill out our online application if you haven’t already and then contact Janis Stauffer to show your interest at okstauffer@aol.com

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Charlotte Rose in Cherry Hill, NJ

Here is Charlotte Rose with her new family…

Say “hello” to Charlotte Rose, or Charlotte for short. She is an adorable three-year-old female Blenheim Cavalier who came into rescue from a very loving home where the owner’s health and living situation changed.

Charlotte is very social, and loves to greet anyone while on a walk, at a store, or any other place where she encounters new people. In her foster home, she has truly enjoyed being part of the pack with the two resident Cavaliers.

Charlotte gets along well with her foster dog sisters and humans as well; both adults and children. She is not shy, and has greeted all visitors at her foster home with excitement and enthusiasm.

Charlotte enjoys going on walks, does well on a leash and loves car rides. What she loves most, however, is going on adventures with her family where she can run and explore parks, fields, and trails.

Charlotte loves to be near her humans most of all, and will cuddle up with you on the couch or lay on the floor next to you. She absolutely loves pillows and will choose her favorite one to lay on, even if it’s one you are actively using.

Charlotte came into foster care weighing 23.8 pounds, which is slightly overweight for her frame, but she has already lost more than two pounds while being fed a healthy diet and getting plenty of exercise. Her ideal family will be one who can continue her weight loss journey towards her perfect weight of 17–18 pounds.

Charlotte is very active and walks one to three miles a day with her foster sisters, which has enabled her to make progress towards a healthy weight.

Charlotte knows some basic commands such as “come,” “sit,” and “stay.” She is fully housebroken, and will alert you when she needs to go outside by standing near the door.

Charlotte sleeps in her dog bed, however she would much prefer sleeping in the big bed with her family. She loves being near her humans and dog family at all times, so don’t be surprised if she figures out how to get on the bed on her own.

Charlotte gets along with other dogs, adults and children of all ages. She has not, however, been tested with cats.

Charlotte has had a dental x-ray and cleaning with no extractions. She is up-to-date on all her vaccines, spayed and microchipped.

If you would like this beautiful girl in your home and are within two hours of Cherry Hill, please fill out out online application if you have not already done so. Then email Rebecca Plimpton at beckplimpton@gmail.com to let her know you are interested in Charlotte Rose.
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Gracie in Logansport, IN

Here is Gracie with her new family…

Gracie is a beautiful, petite tricolor Cavalier who is 2 years old. Gracie has been through a lot. She was with a family for almost 2 years, but she ended up in the humane society after a divorce. She was adopted after a month in the humane society, but after a couple of months, it was clear that her new home was not a good fit for her, and she made her way to Cavalier Rescue USA. Gracie is now looking for her perfect forever home.

Gracie has a delightful personality. She is happy, feisty, and cuddly. She doesn’t play much with toys right now, but she likes playing with other dogs. She is affectionate with people and with other small dogs. She enjoys exploring the fenced backyard, and she especially likes doing zoomies outside. After running outside, she loves to come in for some lap time, and she is quite happy to spend an evening cuddling on the couch with her person, with other dogs, or, preferably, both.

Gracie adores being around other dogs. Her foster family has five Cavaliers, and Gracie likes to play, cuddle, chase, and spend time with the other dogs. In her previous home, Gracie was an only dog, and it gave her a lot of anxiety. This anxiety has completely resolved now that she always has other dogs with her. Being around other dogs gives her confidence and sense of comfort, and she likes joining in and following the pack. She loves being in a puppy pile and sleeping cuddled up to several other dogs. So, a multi-dog household will be the best fit for Gracie.

Gracie does not like to be crated. She was crated for a month while in the humane society, so she has bad associations with crates. When her foster family is gone, she stays with the other dogs in the living room and kitchen. Also, Gracie is mostly house trained, but she has had a few accidents while in her foster home. She has been learning quickly from the example of the other dogs, and she does very well when kept on a regular schedule.

Gracie has been spayed, is up-to-date with her vaccines, and takes a monthly flea and heartworm preventative. She had her teeth cleaned while in rescue. She has grade 1 MVD, but she does not require medication at this time. However, her heart murmur should be monitored.

Gracie’s foster family adores her, and this wonderful girl deserves a happy home for the rest of her life after a rough first 2 years. The perfect home for Gracie will have a couple of other Cavaliers or small dogs to play with her and keep her company. She would also prefer having someone home a lot of the time, and this will also help with her house training. Her forever home also needs a securely fenced yard with plenty of room for her to run and explore safely.

If you are interested in adopting Gracie, please complete the online application if you haven’t already and then email Sherry Morgan at morgans817@sbcglobal.net.

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