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Sugar in Prairie Village, KS

Sugar is an incredibly sweet 6-year-old Blenheim girl looking for her forever home. Her previous owners had health issues and then moved into memory care. During that time, family members looked after Sugar. A few months later, her original owners passed away. No one in the family was able to offer enough time and attention to care for Sugar, and they wanted to find a good home for her. The family contacted Cavalier Rescue USA, and she was released to our care.

It would be difficult to find a Cavalier that is more good-natured than Sugar. She’s an absolute sweetheart and has been well-behaved at her foster home. She thinks the furniture is a comfortable place to sit and relax, and she absolutely loves to snuggle on the easy chair or the couch. At the vet’s office, while waiting in the exam room, she’ll jump up on a chair and sit there patiently. Sugar is polite and has good manners.

During her initial vet exam, we learned that Sugar has a grade 4 heart murmur. Besides needing a dental, Sugar had a fleshy growth under her tongue, causing her to drool. We scheduled the dental with our vet. Her teeth were cleaned, and the oral mass was removed and sent to pathology. Biopsy results indicated the mass was cancer, likely originating around the root of the tooth, near the bone. Our vet referred Sugar to a Veterinary Dentistry specialist for a consultation, and the specialist recommended surgery to remove the affected area, including a small front portion of her lower jaw. This procedure was Sugar’s best option and the only way to eliminate the cancer.

Sugar had the surgery in early December, and we were relieved to hear the good news that the surgery was successful. The biopsy report confirmed clean margins leaving no evidence of cancer. At her follow-up appointment, the vet said that Sugar was healing nicely and everything looked great.

The cost of Sugar’s surgery was possible thanks to the support of Cavalier Rescue USA and many wonderful donations. We are so grateful to those who donated funds for her surgery! Through the generosity of the organization and those who donated, Sugar is now cancer-free. She has recovered from her surgery and is back to eating regular dog food. You can hardly tell any difference in her appearance – she still has that sweet, adorable Cavalier face.

Sugar has seen a veterinary cardiologist and had an echocardiogram. The cardiologist prescribed Vetmedin which helps her feel her best. It was recommended that she follows up with the cardiologist in a year. She’s good about taking her pills, especially if they’re hidden in her food. She’s a good eater and LOVES her food, and she will bark or stand on her back legs if her food isn’t prepared fast enough.

Sugar is reliably house-trained, and she enjoys exploring the fenced backyard with foster parents’ dogs and sometimes likes to roll around on a soft patch of grass. She is hard of hearing but has learned some hand motions. When foster parents come home, she usually sleeps through the commotion of other dogs barking. Then she’ll wake up a few minutes later and go outside with everyone.

She’s definitely a Velcro dog, and she follows her foster parents around the house. She always wants to be near you, so we are looking for a home where she would not be left alone for long periods. She’s a very calm dog who gets along great with other dogs, though she would also be fine as an only pet. Sugar has an exceptionally sweet temperament – she is gentle with children and gets along with everyone.

Sugar weighs 23 pounds, and she is spayed and has recovered from her oral surgery. She’s micro-chipped, up to date on vaccinations, and current on monthly flea/tick/heartworm preventative. Sugar has a gentle, affectionate nature and is looking for a family to love.

Sugar is being fostered in Prairie Village, KS. If you think you might be the right person or family for her, please fill out our online application (if you have not done so already) – then contact Deborah Barnes at deborah@smarnes.com to let her know of your interest. Applicants who live within a reasonable driving distance of the Kansas City area will be considered. Also, please take a moment to read about our adoption process by clicking this link: Adoption Process

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Jewel in Ithaca, NY

Meet Jewel, an incredibly sweet 4-year-old Blenheim girl. She came into rescue from a situation of severe neglect, but you would never be able to tell that based on her sweet temperament and incredible trust of people.

Jewel is a classic lap dog, and prefers more than anything to be sitting on or next to any person. She is being fostered with another Cavalier and they get along well. She also enjoys going to the dog park and meeting other small dogs; she can be quite playful with other dogs and especially likes to lead a chase. She also lives with 2 cats, and though she sometimes wants to chase them, they have learned to live together pretty peacefully.

Jewel was fairly sick from malnutrition and flea anemia at the time of her rescue. She was very underweight, weighing only 11 pounds. After getting her on a normal dog food, she was still having stomach issues and has since been diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). She is on a prescription diet for this condition, and as long as she is fed only this diet, her disease is completely controlled. Her weight is up to 17 pounds now, and she still may gain a little more as she continues to put on muscle mass. Jewel was also diagnosed with a heart condition related to malnutrition, and is currently on medication for her heart – she will need follow-up with a cardiologist to determine if she needs this medication long-term.

Jewel came into rescue with no housetraining, but has been making good progress in that area with few accidents in the house. As of now, she doesn’t alert when she needs to go out, but as long as she is taken out on a regular schedule, she will go to the bathroom outside reliably. She prefers to go to the bathroom when she is off-leash, so a fenced in yard would be a plus. She has learned to walk on a harness and leash and enjoys leisurely strolls as well. Jewel is extremely food motivated in training, and in her foster home has learned the commands for “watch me”, “sit” and “down”.

Jewel will do best in a household with someone home most of the day, or with someone who can bring her to work, so she can be kept on a good housetraining schedule. She currently goes to work every day with her foster mom, and is a well-behaved employee! She would do well with a single person or a family, and has shown that she gets along with children as young as 5 years old. She would do well with other small dogs, but also would be happy being an only dog.

If you are interested in providing a forever home for this sweet girl who has had such a rough start in life, please complete our online application if you haven’t already, and then email Michelle Farnum at cavalierrescueny@gmail.com so she knows of your interest.

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Ginny in York, PA

Virginia, or Ginny as her foster family and friends call her, is a six year old Blenheim female that was used for breeding at a commercial kennel in Lancaster County. She is spayed, microchipped and up to date on her vaccines. She needed the remainder of her teeth pulled so a wet food diet or soft food diet will be needed. She does have a grade 4 murmur but no medication needed at this time.

Ginny is at an ideal weight at 18 lbs. This amazing girl is housebroken and crate trained. She sleeps all night in her crate and will wake up when you do. Ginny hasn’t spent a lot of time taking walks on a leash but, loves free time to run around so a securely fenced in yard would be preferred for her. She does not mind being bathed or groomed. She travels well in a harness with a seatbelt buckle or crated.

Ginny has been around a younger male Cavalier and two cats. She loves the other dog and doesn’t mind the one cat, but is leary of the other cat and for good reason. Loud noises and storms do not faze this girl, but she will bark on occasion when she wants to be let in the door from outside or if she is left in her crate not covered with a blanket. She has been known to ring the bell at the door to be let out.

Ginny loves to meet new people and pets. Snuggles and having chew toys are favorite hobbies for this loving girl. Her age may say six but she acts like a youngster. She does voice her opinion – not by barking, but by whining when she wants to snuggle or your attention.

If you think your family would be a good fit for Ginny, please complete our online application if you haven’t already. Then, please email Melissa MacMullin (cavalierrescueusapa@gmail.com) to let her know that you are interested and would like to be considered to be her new family.

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PA license: 16547

Matthew in York, PA

Say Hello to Matthew, the happiest boy you’ll ever meet! Matthew is a 9 year old blenheim boy who was well loved by his breeder and came into rescue after her passing. He is now looking for a family with which to spend his golden years.

Don’t let Matthew’s age fool you – he is the definition of a puppy at heart! He enjoys playing with toys, investigating his fenced yard, and even going for short walks on the leash. The rest of the time he is content to be snuggled up with his people on the couch. He will politely “ask” to be picked up by popping his front feet up next to you and wagging his tail.

Matthew is a true “velcro Cavalier” who really loves all people. He is happiest when he is getting all the pets and attention, so a family with someone home most of the time would be ideal. When he does need to be left alone he can become anxious, but being in a crate calms him down and makes him feel safe. Having another calm, submissive canine companion would be helpful as well.

Matthew is in good health for his age. He is a good weight at 17 lbs. He has a healthy heart, is up to date on all vaccines, and recently had neuter and dental procedures done. He does have dry eye disease in his left eye which requires a medicated drop, twice daily, for life. Luckily Matthew is used to the drops and is a very good boy while having them administered.

Matthew is truly quite the catch. His foster family guarantees that he gives back the love he receives tenfold. This sweet gentleman is ready to find the family of his dreams. Could it be you?

If you are ready to have a new best friend and live within driving distance of York, PA, please fill out our online application if you haven’t already and then email Melissa MacMullin at cavalierrescueusapa@gmail.com to tell her of your interest.

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PA license: 16547

Bentley in Tulsa, OK

My name is Bentley. I’m a splendidly coated tricolor Cavalier of seven years. I came from a senior couple that due to their age and mobility limitations, felt the necessity for me to be in a more suitable home.

I chose the name Bentley because of the royal like name, fine and sleek like the prized British auto with meticulous attention to shape, size, and body lines. My coat is short and silky, curly haired ears like a soft shag rug, symmetrical markings for my face, legs and even my cosmopolitan ice cream like tail: white tip, black flag, and tan bottom. Cool whip anyone?

Like the Bentley car, I love to run and go fast! I had a big yard where I used to live so when the door was opened, I let the horsepower in me take off. Foster daddy is working with me on the leash to throttle back a bit of that energy to enjoy some of the scenery as we walk on the sidewalk. Daddy says I’m like Velcro, where he goes, I like to follow him. Laundry, garage, mailbox, dinner plate. When he reads, I snuggle next to his left side and become his arm rest.

I’m doing well on potty training since the vet took out my two main ball bearings, and no accidents, leaks, dripping, marking, or poopers in the house. I’ll go to the back door and whine a bit if I need to let you know, but usually every two or so hours is my time zone. I’m not used to a doggie door, so most of the time I’ll just need you to open the door, let me out, let me do my business, then I come back to the door, and bark at it till you let me back in. I’ll beat you every time to the cookie jar! He fills my tummy tank with premium kibble twice a day, breakfast and 4:30pm dinner. He rewards me for outside potty with two small kibbles each time.

I do have a tendency with car sickness. Short local errand type trips are ok but any longer I need to get out and stretch my legs and tummy or you’ll be seeing what I ate earlier. I was diagnosed with a grade 2 heart murmur that is not severe, but the doctor felt the medication would be helpful to start. I also have dry eyes and need help making tears for my eyes. I will need both of these medications for the rest of my life and the cost of the medication is $120 a month. It is possible that I don’t see perfectly out of one eye as I can’t find you if you are on my left side. I listen for your voice to find you. I am microchipped and on heartworm and flea prevention.

I went to the dentist and had cleaning and polishing done. I don’t chew on any toys, squeaker animals, or socks. I love to rough house with my foster Dad and then get good massages and rubs. Just being next to you makes me so happy and relaxed. Since I am a shadow to my person, I am not happy unless I’m sleeping in his room. Before bedtime I potty one last time then crawl into bed and doze off quickly. I sleep very well, but during the night I’ll let him know if I need to go out and potty and then return quickly to get back to sleep.

I have plenty more years and miles in me. Any place you go I’m happy to be there with you. I look forward to meeting you and taking a few laps around the hood, doggie track park, back yard, or race to the cookie jar with you soon.

If you think Bentley would fit well in your home and live within a day’s driving distance to Tulsa, please fill out our online application if you haven’t already. Then contact Janis Stauffer, the Oklahoma Coordinator at okstauffer@aol.com to let her know of your interest.

Bentley is a very handsome, well-behaved Cavalier with all of the best traits of the breed!

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Marigold in Dallas, TX

Hi, my name is Marigold. I am an older girl looking for someone to love me. Here is my story:

I was found as a stray on the street and taken to a shelter. My foster mom says she doesn’t think I was on the street long and believes I was loved and taken care of most of my life. I had already been spayed and was housebroken when I moved into my foster’s home. I am heartworm negative, which again is proof that someone loved me once upon a time and took great care to make sure I didn’t get heartworms. I was a little thin but it didn’t take long to get my weight back up to where it should be.

I have had several visits to the vet. I have a heart murmur, like so many Cavaliers. I had x-rays of my heart as well as an echocardiogram. Based on the tests, I have a B1 grade heart murmur but do not require any medication. I also had a dental. My breath was a little strong and my foster mom said she thought I would need to have some teeth removed. You know, typical of Cavaliers. The good news was my teeth cleaned up beautifully and I didn’t have any teeth removed! I think I am the only Cavalier in this house with a full set of teeth. The vet said I have teeth like a Lab but I sure don’t look like I have any lab in my bloodlines!

I have also had to visit the Ophthalmologist several times. The not so good news is that I can’t see. I have cataracts that unfortunately cannot be removed, my eyes are a little dry, and I have glaucoma. It doesn’t hold me back from roaming the house. I learned quickly where things are and can even go down a step from the laundry room to the sunporch. I must have had some stairs in my last house because I am really careful when trying to go up or down. My foster mom must give me eye drops and ointment three times a day.

My foster mom has other dogs and I like having other dogs to crawl up next to on the couch. I don’t mind sharing the couch with other dogs but I am fine if I am the only one on the couch.

I am looking for someone to love me and take care of me. I promise I am good in the house as I am housebroken. I only need to be taken outside regularly and actually like to walk around in the grass and soak up the warm sunshine. I would need a fully fenced backyard. I don’t chew on anything like a youngster would. Just want someone to love me. Could you be that someone?

Marigold’s foster mom says: Marigold is a senior with a wonderful disposition. She sleeps most of the day, which is typical of an older girl. She likes to walk around the house and has become familiar with furniture and where things are located and manages to maneuver around well. She also loves to go out into the yard and just walk around. She is definitely a spaniel as her nose is close to the ground sniffing everything that has been in the yard as if it is her job to guard the yard!

If you think you are able to provide all the love and care (and attention) that Marigold deserves, please ensure you have an online application filled out and then email shelbynfields@gmail.com to express your interest. Please refer to the FAQ for additional questions.

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