Daisy in Overland Park, KS

Say hello to Daisy – originally from a commercial breeder, she was acquired by a Good Samaritan and released to Cavalier Rescue USA. Initially very timid and shy, she’s coming out of her shell in her foster home. Daisy is getting familiar and comfortable with her foster parents, though she’s still a bit wary of strangers.

When Daisy came to us, she did not know how to walk on a leash. Foster mom had to wait until Daisy trusted her before she could put a leash on her. Now she goes on short walks with her foster parents. She still startles easily, so foster mom stops a few times during the walk just to praise her. She’s getting better and slowly getting used to this new activity. Foster mom is really good about using positive reinforcement, establishing routines, and building trust – and it’s working! Daisy is loving the life of being a house pet.

At first, Daisy would not get in a doggie bed, and now she likes it. She wouldn’t get on the couch, either – but now she gets up there by herself. She’s happy to just snuggle in and watch TV or snooze the day away. Daisy is still a bit skittish but improving. After she gets to know you, she shows her easy-going and gentle temperament. She thumps her tail when her foster mom walks by, and she sits by her foster parents in the evening. If her foster mom goes out for a bit, Daisy greets her with full body wiggles when she returns. It takes time for her to warm up… but once she does, she’s very loving and sweet.

Daisy gets along great with her foster brother Rocky. She lies beside him on the floor, and she often lays her head on his back to rest. She follows him when they go outside, and she loves to run around in the backyard. Daisy is generally quiet, but recently she started barking at squirrels when she’s outside. She hasn’t had any accidents in the house or her crate – perhaps having another dog around helps to show her the ropes. Although she appears to be potty trained, she should be supervised in her new home until she settles in and learns the new routine. Her foster parents also have a young cat, and Daisy likes Kitty. She gently sniffs him and lets Kitty groom her.

Daisy has been spayed and had a dental cleaning. She has recovered from her spay surgery and is doing well. Her heart is good (no cardiac murmur), and her knees checked out fine (normal patella). Daisy is microchipped, up to date on vaccinations, and is current on monthly flea/tick/heartworm preventative. Daisy is a gentle, sweet, lovable girl with the most expressive brown eyes. She will make someone a very good family pet.

Daisy is being fostered in Overland Park, 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 in Daisy. 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.Online Application