Welcome to Cavalier Rescue USA

Camee in Banning, CA

Here is Camee with her new family…

We have a STAR for you! Meet Camee, a beautiful tricolor Cavalier who truly shines. At about six years old and weighing fourteen pounds, this sweet girl came into rescue from a commercial breeder. She’s been a gem from day one.

Camee has the basics down. She’s potty trained, uses a doggie door with ease, and has had zero accidents while in foster care. She loves the company of other dogs and has bonded beautifully with her three foster siblings, sharing the couch with them throughout the day. Camee exhibits no separation anxiety as long as she is with her fellow pups. She spends her days happily lounging with her buddies, moving seamlessly into the pack like she’s always belonged.

She’s an incredibly chill companion, rarely barks, and is perfectly content to spend her day napping or exploring the backyard with her buddies. Loud noises, babies, and active kids? No problem! Nothing seems to rattle this calm little soul. Camee is as close to turn-key as they come.

Recently, Camee started showing her playful side, engaging with toys and happily chewing on cow hooves. Above all, she absolutely adores humans almost as much as the other dogs. Camee loves nothing more than to snuggle up to her favorite person or pup, and will sleep quietly through the night as long as her pack is in sight.

Camee had several litters in her past, but those days are now behind her. She is heart-healthy, spayed, microchipped, and up to date on all vaccinations. While in rescue, Camee was successfully treated for a minor skin irritation. Although she may occasionally scratch, it doesn’t affect her happy, easygoing nature.

Camee is ready to find a forever family of her own. With her gentle spirit and quiet confidence, she would thrive in a calm, loving home. Her foster Mom says Camee has fit in so seamlessly that it’s hard to imagine life without her.

If you’re within a reasonable drive from Banning, and are looking for a star-quality Cavalier, Camee just might be the perfect addition to your family. She’s gentle, loving, and truly one of a kind.

Please complete our online application if you haven’t done so already. Then email Nanci at nancigordon@gmail.com to let her know of your interest in Camee.
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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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Dixie in Fallbrook, CA

Here is Dixie with her new family…

Meet Dixie! This incredibly sweet, approximately nine-year-old Tricolor Cavalier has left her past behind, and is embracing her new beginning with grace and resilience.

Rescued from a commercial breeder, it was clear that Dixie had spent much of her life having litter after litter. Those days are now a distant memory. Dixie is now ready to enjoy the love, care, and comfort she has always deserved.

From the moment she arrived in her foster home, Dixie settled in as if she’d been there all along. She quickly picked up on the daily routine, following her Cavalier foster siblings outside to potty and explore. Dixie has a natural curiosity and enjoys sniffing around the yard, taking in every scent and movement with a gentle enthusiasm.

Dixie does well when left alone for short periods, especially since she always has a canine companion by her side. (Her foster home includes a playful Cavalier puppy.) While Dixie is patient, she isn’t shy about setting boundaries, especially when it comes to her food!

Mealtime is one of her favorite parts of the day. If you’re not moving fast enough, she’ll let you know with an adorable tap dance and a few vocal reminders that she’s ready to eat.

During her time in foster care, Dixie received a full veterinary evaluation, including a comprehensive cardiac work-up before her spay surgery. She was diagnosed with a Grade 4/6 heart murmur and is now on daily medication to help keep her condition stable. This will be a lifelong requirement, but she’s responding well and continues to thrive. Of course, she prefers her medicine to be hidden inside a delicious treat… can you blame her?

Dixie also healed from several dental extractions, is now up to date on all vaccinations, microchipped, and has fully recovered from some gastrointestinal issues. Dixie has some stiffness in her spine, but it doesn’t stop her from moving about at her own pace throughout the day.

She has a small skin tag on her upper eye that does not require any further treatment. Dixie is the epitome of a laid-back, senior lady.

Dixie rides beautifully in the car and is a perfect errand buddy. She would also make a terrific office mate for someone who works from home. Dixie presently sleeps soundly next to her foster parent’s bed as long as she knows they are nearby.

Nothing seems to rattle her, and she radiates calm and contentment. Dixie is ready to be someone’s devoted and loving companion.

This deserving senior is ready to bring joy, comfort, and a whole lot of love into her new home. If you have room in your heart for a loyal companion like Dixie, please complete our online adoption application if you haven’t done so already. Then email Nanci at nancigordon@gmail.com to let her know of your interest in Dixie.
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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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