Welcome to Cavalier Rescue USA

Patch in Rogersville, MO

Meet Patch! Patch is an energetic and playful boy who came to Cavalier Rescue USA through a commercial breeder. Our veterinarian estimated Patch is between 2 and 3-years-old. Since he entered foster care, Patch has had a much-needed bath, dental cleaning, and neutering. He is currently finishing a course of antibiotics for an ear infection. Otherwise, Patch is a healthy 15 lb boy. He loves to play with his Cavalier housemates, but he is shy and skittish around people. It is a brand new world for Patch, and he is learning to adjust to new surroundings, people, and experiences.

Patch appears to have limited experience with people and is learning to trust his foster mom. When she walks nearby, Patch takes a few steps back to keep her at a distance. Although he avoids being petted, he follows his foster mom around the house and eagerly approaches her hand for a treat. Patch also enjoys sitting close on the couch, but on his own terms. He jumps onto the end of the sofa and gradually moves toward his foster mom, joining her and the other Cavaliers, who are snuggled together. Initially, Patch slept in a crate upon arriving at his foster home, but now he sleeps on a bed in his foster mom’s room. He likes to spend time in the big bed before bed so we know he would ultimately like to sleep in bed with his forever family and other pets.

He potties on a schedule and has had only a few accidents since arriving in foster care. Patch has gradually adjusted to the household routines and has settled in nicely. Patch has discovered and loves squeak toys, balls, and chewing on bones.

Although Patch has shown improvement, he remains wary around people, avoids physical contact, and isn’t a snuggler. He hasn’t shown any aggression in his foster home. However, when his foster mom approaches to pick him up, he cowers and protests by barking or softly growling—more like a grumbling complaint. Yet, he offers no resistance, and once he’s in her arms, Patch is a perfect gentleman.

Patch will make an ideal companion for individuals and couples who have the time and patience to work with him, earn his trust, and allow him to move at his own pace. Since Patch is uncomfortable being petted, he is not appropriate for households with young children. He will do best in a home with established routines and another easy-going, calm, mature dog that can help Patch adjust to his forever home. Patch requires a secure, physically fenced yard.

If you can provide Patch with a loving, patient forever home, please fill out our online application if you haven’t already and then email Sarah at cavalierrescuesarah@gmail.com to let her know you are interested in Patch.

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Ruby and Lucy in Greensboro, NC

Ruby and Lucy are a bonded pair of 7 year old Cavalier girls who are ready to fill a home with love. These affectionate ladies came into rescue when their owner lost her home. She knew they needed to be safe in a warm, caring home.

Ruby and Lucy had separation anxiety when they first came into rescue. They would find any means to get to their foster Mom, even leaping over a 3 ft gate to get to her. With love, training and patience, they soon blossomed into two happy, confident girls that are thrilled with being with their foster mom and siblings.

Ruby is a 20 pound Ruby who is happy, loving, and laidback. She adores everyone, human and canine. She runs around the backyard like a young pup. Her favorite thing in the world is laying by you while you gently pet her. She will let you know if she wants more by tapping you with her nose. She enjoys looking out the front window with her foster siblings to make sure her home does not get invaded by outsiders. Ruby was spayed, microchipped and had a dental where she lost 19 teeth. She is eating well on kibble with a small amount of canned food.

Lucy is a 14 pound Blenheim who only wants to curl up right next to you. She will try to figure out where you are going to sit next and before you turn around, there she is waiting for you. Eventually you will see her curled up by Ruby for a nap. Lucy was spayed, microchipped and had a dental, where she sadly lost all of her teeth. She is doing well on small kibble mixed with water and some canned food.

Vetting revealed that both Ruby and Lucy are congenitally sound with good eyes, knees, hips and heart. All of their lab work came back normal and negative. They have been treated for very bad ear infections in both ears, which will need to be cleaned weekly. They are both on monthly heartworm and flea/tick medication.

Ruby and Lucy are housebroken if taken outside regularly or will go on a pee pad if needed. They have mastered the doggie door, but still wish to go out with their foster Mom and siblings.

Lucy is a very fast eater and will attempt to consume the other dogs’ food if she can. Her foster Mom separates her in another room to help with this. They both sleep in the kitchen near their foster siblings, but should do well sleeping in a bed.

Ruby and Lucy’s ideal home is one where someone is home most of the time. Another like-sized canine would be great. They have not been tested around cats or children.

If you are interested in adopting both Ruby and Lucy, meet the criteria, and live within a reasonable driving distance to Greensboro, NC, please complete the online adoption application and notify Angie H of your interest by emailing her at nccavalierrescuemom@gmail.com

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Finn in Pittsburg, CA

This big, handsome, Blenheim boy is Finn. Finn is a 6 year old (born 2/22/20), big and tall Cavalier at 29 pounds but he’s not fat, he’s just fluffy!

Finn was surrendered to us with significant allergies that needed attention. He was miserable with severe yeast infections in his ears and paws. While in foster care he’s had a dental and started cytopoint allergy shots, as well as treatment for his ear and paw infections to finally get some relief. He is a happy boy now! His new family will need to be committed to his allergy treatment and keep an eye on his ears for possible infection.

Finn loves people and loves his foster siblings. He is houstrained and doesn’t mind his crate for a little while. He enjoys sleeping in the same room with you and would love an invitation to your big bed. He loves walks but pulls some on the leash. He is really excited when he sees the leash come out. He knows he is going bye bye. Finn is also really good in the car. He loves to give morning hugs and sometimes will look at you right in the eyes and put his face next to yours to give big hugs.

Finn will do best with a canine playmate and a fenced yard is a must. He would love daily walks. He likes to play fetch in your home or fenced yard. Low alone time is needed for him so you’ll need to either work from home or be retired to be considered.

If you can give this sweet boy the home of his dreams and live within a couple of hours drive from his foster home in Pittsburg, CA please complete our online application if you haven’t already and then send an email to Sarah Knudsen, our Northern California Coordinator at sayrahk@gmail.com

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Mr. Peabody in Belleville, IL

Mr Peabody is my name and I’m looking for my Sherman.

I’m a curious, beautiful and smart 2 year old male Blenheim Cavalier. I love to explore and then curl up in my foster mom’s lap for kisses and affection. She calls me a velcro dog. I even miss her when she just goes to take a shower! I am neutered, crate trained and mostly house trained. Occasionally I use my foster sister’s potty pad, but I can be trained away from that. I sit on command and am food motivated (which makes training easier). I’m learning to walk on a leash and I am catching on to “wait” and “go” at intersections

I weigh in at 24 lbs and am free of a heart murmur. I’m up to date on my shots, and take a heart pill every month as well as flea/tick prevention. My left eye gets irritated in the spring, but it is easily treated with eye drops which will come with me to my new home.

At 2 years of age, I still have some puppy in me. Zoomies tend to happen nightly but I wear down and go to sleep in my crate shortly thereafter. They say that zoomies are a sign of a happy, secure dog and it’s fun to watch how my humans react to my zoomies.

My favorite activities include watching horses and dogs on tv and looking out the windows. I enjoy playing tug with my foster siblings. Being brushed is great and I like to play ball in the house. I’m great with dogs my own size, and I have not met any cats just yet. I love being outside. Squirrels and birds intrigue me. I need a fenced yard, at least 6’ high. I have jumped over the lower ones and sometimes dig under the fence. Someone needs to be outside with me at all times so I don’t get distracted by a new scent and try to follow it.

I have some resource guarding issues with my foster siblings, so I need to eat separately from any other dogs in the house. I would do well with an active family, or other dogs in the house. I can be an only dog but would need to be kept busy.

If you think this sweet, loving dog would fit well with your family, please complete our online application, if you have not already done so, and let the regional coordinate, Meg, know of your interest, cavalierrescuemeg@gmail.com

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