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Perry and Wynne in Huntsville, AL

Meet Perry & Wynne – A Beautiful Bonded Pair

Perry and Wynne are two lovely Blenheim Cavalier girls who recently arrived in rescue from a breeder. These gentle souls are deeply bonded and may even be related. They’ve found great comfort in each other as they learn what it means to be part of a loving home. They are almost identical twins but Perry has a perfect kiss spot on her head and Wynne’s kiss spot is partially connected.

🌸 Wynne is estimated to be between five and eight years old. She’s a quiet, gentle observer who loves her naps, soft treats, and cozy corners where she can keep an eye on everyone. Though walking on a leash still makes her nervous, she doesn’t want to be left behind—her foster family has found she enjoys car rides and being near her people. Wynne recently had six teeth removed and is feeling much better now.

🎾 Perry, likely around five years old, brings the playful energy to the duo! She enjoys a good game of tug-of-war or fetch—though she’s still learning to give up the toy when she wins. Perry walks nicely on a leash, loves car rides, and has a blast exploring the fenced backyard. After playtime, she’s all about cuddles on the couch.

Both girls are spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, and in good health with no heart murmurs detected. Each weighs about 19 pounds. Their house training has continued to improve in foster care, though consistency and routine will be key in their forever home.

Perry and Wynne adore people and wag their tails excitedly to greet new friends. They’ve done well with other dogs, including their Cavalier foster sister, but haven’t yet met children or cats. When left alone, they may bark briefly before settling together to wait patiently for their family’s return.

These two are affectionate, loyal, and gentle—ready to shower their new family with love. They’ll thrive in a calm home where someone is home most of the time and where they can stay together forever. A securely fenced yard would be the icing on the cake for their daily adventures.

If you live within a reasonable driving distance (typically 3-4 hours) of Nashville, TN, and believe your home could be the perfect place for these girls to thrive, we would love to hear from you. Please complete the online application if you haven’t already and then send an email to Sandy Medd at rescuecavaliers@gmail.com to express your interest in them, tell us a bit about why you would be the perfect home for them and be sure to provide your location.

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Happy in Woodbridge, VA

Hi everyone! My name is Happy because, well, I’m happy, like all the time! I’m a 9-year-old male. I am a breeder surrender since I’m a little bit older now. I lived in an environment where there were lots of dogs and horses! It was a lot of fun running around. I might miss all that excitement, but you would never know it. I love being with my foster mom and her two Blenheim boys. I feel like I am a part of the pack, but what I really love is one on one time with my foster mom. When we go outside, all the neighborhood kids come over and give me hugs and pet me. I am in heaven. I just sit still and bask in all their attention. One of the girls and I are “besties” she says.

I think most people don’t enjoy going to the dentist, and neither do I! I had to have some teeth removed and now my tongue hangs out of my mouth. Not all the time though! I was pretty self-conscious about it at first, but everyone seems to think it’s cute! It makes people smile. If I say so myself, I’m pretty darn cute. I’m a trim 18 lbs. I am neutered and up to date on my shots. My foster mom thinks I might be deaf since I don’t respond to my name a lot of the time. I had ear infections when she picked me up so Doc thinks that is a part of my hearing issue. I’m in the process of being house broken. I’m doing a great job! Every time I do “my business” outside, my foster mom gets so excited! I get a tiny treat and a big hug. It makes me happy to make her happy. I guess my name suits me.

I am learning new things all the time. I am going up and down the stairs now – but carefully. I took a tumble when I first got to my new temporary digs, so I am slow on the steps going down. I am curious about the toys she keeps trying to get me to play with and balls she throws. Not sure why she keeps on throwing them at me though! Just the other day, I found a Mickey Mouse toy under the bed that I rather enjoy nibbling on but it’s not like I’m not obsessed with it or anything. If one of the other two guys want to play with it, that’s okay, I know how to share.

I don’t want to brag but I am excellent on a leash! I don’t pull, and for the most part, I walk beside my foster mom. She likes to tell my foster bros they should watch and learn. At first, I was scared but now you should see me prance! I really enjoy short walks. But, who am I kidding? My favorite thing in the world to do is nap. What makes me Happy, is taking a nappy.

I like dogs, cats, and kids. I think I would make a nice addition to a home where I can be a loving companion and just hang out. I love to be near my person and get my winks in.

If you want to adopt me, please fill out the online application if you haven’t already and then email Diane Lombardo at cavalierrescueusamdwv@gmail.com so she knows of your interest. Thank you!

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Zoey and Shelby in San Antonio, TX

Meet Zoey & Shelby — The Golden Girls of Cavaliers!

Double the love, double the snuggles, that’s what you get with Zoey and Shelby. Born on 06/05/2015 these Cavalier King Charles Spaniel sisters are looking for their forever home together. Shelby and Zoey are some of the best-behaved girls their foster mom has met.

Zoey (the Blenheim beauty) is the social butterfly of the duo; she is still reserved but is definitely the more outgoing of the two. She is always ready for attention and loves to follow her foster mom room to room. Zoey is affectionate, funny, and loves being where the action is – whether that’s a walk, a treat, or a good TV marathon.

Shelby (the tricolor sweetheart) is the gentle soul. She is a little shy at first and is also deaf, but she knows basic hand signals. Shelby depends on Zoey and her foster sisters for direction, and Zoey is happy to play the role of protective big sister.

These two ladies have perfected the art of leisurely living – Zoey likes to lie on the couch and maybe the big bed for a minute, Shelby does not get any furniture and prefers a nice dog bed to sleep on. Their favorite pastime is napping, and they both love car rides, they get along great with their foster dog and cat siblings. They both love to be in any room their human is in.

They’ve been together their whole lives and can’t imagine it any other way, so they must be adopted as a pair.

Zoey and Shelby have both had some health challenges. Both of them were diagnosed with Chagas disease for which they will need to be on medication another 10 months and then will need to have a follow up Chagas test. Their current vet is more than happy to see them or coordinate with the vet of your choosing and their foster mom’s own dog had this two years ago and she can explain how easy the treatment is. Both girls had dentals, and Zoey had 50% of her teeth removed and Shelby had 75% but that doesn’t slow them down from any treats or food. Both girls could use a little weight loss since being in foster care they have each lost 2 lbs., and their ideal weight is about 25lbs.

Zoey had 31 bladder stones removed, yikes, but she is perfectly fine now. Her bladder stones all started with an untreated UTI so she will need to have a urinalysis done twice a year to make sure this never happens again, but she doesn’t need to be on any special food.

Shelby has a grade 4 heart murmur and is on 2.5mg vetmedin twice a day and she will need to be on this for the rest of her life. It is very important she gets her heart checked annually.

If you’ve been dreaming of two seasoned sweethearts to fill your home with warmth, love, and laughter, Zoey and Shelby are your girls. They’re house-trained, easygoing, and full of heart — everything you’d want in your very own Golden Girls.

If you think that you are the right family for Zoey and Shelby, please fill out an application on our website (if you haven’t already) then let Maegan Ramos know at sacavalierrescueusa@gmail.com know of your interest.

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Charlie in Albuquerque, NM

Charlie is a 2 year old Cavalier boy, born 05/23/2023. Charlie is dog and cat friendly and of course, loves his people.

Charlie came into foster because he was displaying resource guarding behaviors that concerned his family. In the months that he has been in foster, he has unlearned those negative behaviors. He needs to go to a home with an experienced owner, as he may revert back to resource guarding without rules and boundaries.

Charlie’s foster mom has 2 other Cavaliers and 2 cats. He loves them all and respects the cats’ space when they ask. He is a smart boy; he has learned to wear a snood for meals, sit and wait for permission to eat, learned sit, down, stay, kennel up, roll-over, wait (for a treat), and come! He responds well to guidance and pet parents that will keep him busy and challenged.

This boy came into foster weighing 24 lbs and he now weighs 18 lbs, which is a healthy weight. He is up to date on vaccines and is neutered. He is eating a commercial raw diet which is improving his coat and helping with his yeasty ears.

Charlie is super sweet, follows his foster mom all over the house, allows her to bathe and brush him and trim his nails. He likes to sleep pressed up against his foster mom, but he is also crate trained. He typically is kenneled when left for more than an hour or so, but has done fine out of the crate too.

Charlie runs around the yard and plays with other pups, but his activity level is adaptable. He is okay hanging around at home if you are.

This pup will do best with a loving owner home much of the time who is dog experienced and understands the need for rules and structure. A fenced yard is required. He will also be happiest with another friendly, playful pup in the home.

If this lover boy is for you, please complete our online application if you haven’t already and then email Carolyn at smallpaws4@mac.com to express your interest.

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Remy in Seattle, WA

Meet Remy, a handsome tricolor Cavalier King Charles Spaniel whose greatest joy in life is playing fetch—with you forever, if you’ll let him. At just 2½ years old, he’s bright, playful, and affectionate, with the quintessential Cavalier sweetness that wins hearts instantly.

This charming boy has been through quite the journey during his young life. Although stable now, he arrived in rescue this summer after a year of struggling with uncontrolled seizures. He has a diagnosis of primary idiopathic epilepsy and has had a full neurological workup, including an MRI and CSF analysis. Thanks to ongoing care and controlled changes to his medications, Remy is thriving—full of energy, curiosity, and love for life—and his seizures are well controlled.

Remy has a fun and quirky personality. He loves playing, exploring, and even “talks back” when dogs bark on the TV. He doesn’t bark at dogs in real life though. Remy enjoys meeting new people and dogs out on walks, and while he shares his foster home peacefully with another Cavalier, we think he’d also be perfectly content as an only dog. He has an impressive vertical leap and would rather jump after butterflies in the yard than play with a companion.

When taking treats and playing tug, Remy can be a bit mouthy, so we feel he would do best in an adult-only home or with older, dog-savvy teens. He’s otherwise gentle and affectionate—a cheerful, cuddly companion who absolutely wants to be velcroed to your side 24/7, ideally right next to your lap. If you’re not careful he will lick your nose.

While in foster, Remy has been an exemplary office dog accompanying his foster mom and her Cavalier to the office during the week. With a few key play sessions and regular outings, he’s content to settle on a dog bed under the desk. He might be the most popular one in the office, with many visitors stopping by in search of some dog therapy throughout the workday.

Remy has an excellent training foundation. He’s house-trained, has impeccable recall, and reliably “drops it” during fetch. He knows “sit” and waits politely for permission before eating. He walks well on leash with a front-clip harness and loves having a consistent routine.

Because Remy has epilepsy, he will continue to have seizures for the rest of his life. Controlled, the seizures should not impact his longevity and should be at a manageable frequency. He currently takes three anticonvulsants (phenobarbital, potassium bromide, and keppra) that cost $40 per month.

It’s imperative that his forever family remain dedicated to his medical needs, especially when it comes to his daily medications and bi-annual lab work to check the level of medications in his blood stream. He also needs regular follow up visits with the neurologist. Remy has no health concerns besides epilepsy, which is great news. He weighs 15 pounds and has been neutered.

Remy has been cleared for adoption by his neurologist and is ready to find his forever home—one where his playful spirit, big heart, and special needs will be truly supported and understood. If you’re interested in adopting Remy, complete the online application (if you haven’t previously), and email Melissa at happycavaliers04@gmail.com so she knows to consider your application.

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Phoebe and Pearl in Logansport, IN

Phoebe and Pearl are a bonded pair. Phoebe is an 11-year-old Blenheim, and Pearl is a 10-year-old and black and white. Both girls were in rough shape when they came into rescue, but they are now thriving in their foster home. They have wonderful, sweet personalities. They are a relaxed and affectionate pair who just want a comfortable and loving home for the rest of their days.

Both girls spend most of their time napping in their favorite spots. Phoebe absolutely loves sleeping on the back of the couch, especially if she can rest against someone’s shoulders. Pearl prefers sleeping on the couch next to other dogs. Both enjoy spending time with their foster family’s other Cavaliers. Neither of the girls are particularly active or enjoy playing with toys, but they will quite happily cuddle and enjoy a few treats.

Phoebe and Pearl have both had some health challenges. Both were significantly underweight when they came into rescue, but they have now made it to a much healthier weight. Also, both girls have grade 2 mitral valve disease. Neither need heart medication at this time, but they will need to visit the cardiologist every six to nine months to check for progression.

They are up to date with their vaccinations, and they take a monthly flea and heartworm preventative. Phoebe had a dental and lost several teeth. Pearl does not have any teeth.

Pearl has diabetes insipidus. This is not the usual type of diabetes that causes issues with blood sugar. Instead, with diabetes insipidus, the body does not produce a hormone needed to regulate the retention of water, and it causes excessive drinking and urination. Pearl is now being treated for her diabetes insipidus, and her drinking and urination have improved significantly. She will have to take medication (eye drops) for this condition for the rest of her life. This medication costs approximately $45 a month.

Additionally, Pearl has a broken jaw. The veterinarian believes her jaw has been broken for many years, and, at this point, it does not bother her or require treatment. She is able to eat without a problem. Pearl also hears very little.

Both girls are still working on housetraining. Now that Pearl is being treated for diabetes insipidus, she is doing much better. While her excessive urination has drastically improved, she still needs to go out more often than average.

When they first arrived, Phoebe did not like walking on grass, but, with encouragement, she has been doing better with going into the backyard. Unlike Phoebe, Pearl enjoys walking around the yard at her own pace, so a fenced yard will be important for her. Their new family will have to be able to take them out regularly and continue their housetraining.

Both girls love being with people and other dogs. They will happily follow you around the house or relax near you. Phoebe has some mild separation anxiety and does not like be separated from Pearl or her human. However, they are fine when home alone for a few hours.

Phoebe and Pearl are wonderful girls who are sweet, affectionate, and laid-back. They have a lot of love to give, and they deserve a fabulous home for the rest of their lives. They would enjoy a home with someone there most of the time, with other small, friendly dogs, and with a safely fenced yard.

If you are interested in adopting Phoebe and Pearl, please complete our online application. Then email Sherry Morgan at morgans817@sbcglobal.net to express your interest.
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