Welcome to Cavalier Rescue USA

Melody in Buckley, WA

Melody is a 1-year-old Black & Tan Cavalier (born 4-17-2023) that came into rescue as an owner surrender. The previous owner could no longer care for sweet Melody due to her own health issues and cognitive decline. Melody has the sweetest temperament and is very affectionate. She loves meeting new people and other dogs and gets very excited about it on walks. She thoroughly enjoys her walks and does well on the leash. We think she would get along great with gentle children as well.

Melody loves attention and is happy to receive it from anyone. We feel Melody would really thrive in a home that could provide her with constant interaction, companionship, and patience. Another dog companion would also be helpful as we think she has a little bit of separation anxiety. Melody has done very well with her Cavalier foster brother and sisters. She has learned much from them, happily playing and napping together. We do not know if she gets along with cats.

Melody is still very much a puppy, and in her previous home she didn’t receive very much training and spent a lot of time in her crate with little interaction. We are still working on potty training, responding to her name, learning what is acceptable to chew on, and some basic obedience commands.

She has mastered the “sit” and “crate” command but only if treats are involved. Since she is not fully up to speed on potty training, she is crated if we leave for longer periods of time (1-2 hours at most). She happily goes in and accepts her treats. Melody will need plenty of opportunities to go outside to be successful with potty training. She had some negative human interactions in her previous home and was fearful in certain situations upon coming into rescue, but she has blossomed and will continue to do so with more loving interactions and positive reinforcement training.

Melody is on the larger side for a Cavalier at 24 pounds. She is at her ideal weight and is very solid in structure. She is a very healthy pup but will need an umbilical hernia repair while under anesthesia at a future dental cleaning. Like most Cavaliers, she has a very hearty appetite and is very food driven.

Melody is excellent in the car and enjoys going for car rides. She is inquisitive about her surroundings and being outside is new to her. She enjoys exploring the fenced yard and chasing bugs, especially butterflies!

Melody is very playful and is enthusiastic about playing ball. She loves to have a good play session after meals and then curls up in your lap for snuggles and a nap. She is a very sound sleeper! Melody is a master snuggler and is happiest when curled up in your lap or next to you. She loves everyone she meets and everyone she meets loves her!

If you are interested in adopting Melody and live within a 3-hour drive of her foster home, please complete our online application, if you have not already done so, and email Melissa Cincotta at happycavaliers04@gmail.com to express your interest. Please take a moment to read about our adoption process: Process & FAQ

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Bella and Jax in Federal Way, WA

Meet the cutest two little peas in a pod, Bella and Jax! Offering twice the cuddles and love, they are an adult bonded pair. Sweet Bella, the 7-year-old ruby female, and her handsome BFF, Jax, an 8-year-old black and tan, found their way to foster care through no fault of their own after their caring owner had a change in life circumstances which necessitated the assistance of rescue. They are much beloved by their foster family who report both Bella and Jax as having sweet, gentle dispositions and a love for walks and napping on the couch.

Ever the lady, Bella is more reserved initially, but she will readily commit wholeheartedly to a favorite person and is friendly with everyone she meets. She enjoys playing with her toys just as much as settling down to cuddle or take a nap. She’s zesty and opinionated at times, but overall, very well behaved and even knows a couple of commands. She has been an absolute joy to her foster family.

Jax is the quintessential extrovert and has never met a stranger. Typical of the Cavalier breed, he is definitely a velcro dog, demonstrating an exceptionally deep level of care and awareness. Jax eagerly awaits affection and connection, following his people around the house in case they dole out extra pets or need a cuddle. He is a little goofball with a side of sneaky if food is left unattended. He, too, has been an absolute joy to his foster family and has closely bonded with their younger son.

Jax also has a little quirk of chasing shadows. His foster family has noticed this behavior when he’s outside in the sun with others around. He doesn’t seem bothered when he goes in the backyard for potty breaks, but when he sees shadows of the foster family kids playing, he stands around and tries to catch their shadows.

Both Bella and Jax are happy travelers as well as wonderfully behaved with gentle children and other dogs. They absolutely love going for walks and easy hikes, and their favorite place to be inside is on the couch. They’re truly an amazing pair and would do best in a home where their primary caregiver was home most of the time or with whom they could most always tag along.

Shortly after coming into rescue, Bella and Jax received a much-needed dental cleaning and a few extractions. Neither take any medications, and they both received clean bills of health from a trusted veterinarian. Bella weighs 15 lbs and Jax weighs 22 lbs.

While reviewing Jax’s previous vet records, we noticed and brought to the veterinarian’s attention that Jax was reported to have suffered two seizures in his lifetime. While in rescue though, he has never exhibited any behavior other than that of a happy, healthy pup, and so they recommend just monitoring him.

Both Bella and Jax are house trained, however, because they are such sweeties, their cues to go outside are subtle and may not alert everyone. So, it would be best if their caregiver can commit to a schedule to avoid any accidents.

If you think you are able to provide everything and more that these two little love bugs deserve, complete our application (if you haven’t previously) and then email Melissa Cincotta at happycavaliers04@gmail.com to express your interest. Please take a moment to read about our adoption process: Process & FAQ

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Brody in Fishers, IN

Here is the pup with his new family…

Hi my name is Brody! I am a 2-year-old Cavalier born 12/07/2021. My owner surrendered me due to them not being able to give me the care that I need because of their health.

I am an active pup. I have grade 1-2 luxating patellas and hip dysplasia in my right hip. My foster momma says that does not keep me from running, playing and jumping. I do not mean to brag, but I am the best at fetching a ball.

I will need daily supplements for my joints. I weigh about 16.5 lbs and am working on losing just a few pounds so it will be lighter on my knees and hip. It is important that I maintain my weight. Already I have made huge progress with great nutrition and exercise!

I love people and dogs. My foster siblings and I are the best playmates. I would love another Cavalier playmate in my new home. I love to cuddle with my foster momma and foster siblings. My foster mom is working on me greeting other dogs with a softer bark on walks. Basically, I alert anyone when I see a dog I do not know well.

My foster mom and I love to cuddle. I also love my teen foster brother. My foster mom calls me “cuddle bug”. I love to give kisses and I need my new home to understand how much I truly need love and attention. I love to follow my foster mom around and she always greets me with a cuddle.

I am learning new commands. I am potty trained and I am crate trained, however, I would love to sleep in a fluffy bed at night.

Brody’s foster mom says: Brody would love a home that has a fenced backyard where he can run and play. He would love a playmate because his foster siblings were his first playmates and he loves to play. He will be best with an owner who is home most of the day. He does not like being alone more than three hours a day. Brody is a loving Cavalier and would be a gift to his new forever home.

If you are interested in adopting Brody, please complete our online application if you haven’t already and then email Sherry Morgan at morgans817@sbcglobal.net so she knows of your interest.

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Little Bear in Evanston, IL

Big love in a tiny package! This is the sweetest Black and Tan Cavalier boy named Little Bear, also known as, Pee Wee, Peanut, and Gummy Bear after losing 14 teeth!

Bear is the most loving little guy who came from a breeding situation. He arrived with a severe ear infection and a mouthful of rotting teeth. Although he was in a lot of pain, he still wagged his tail and snuggled like a pro.

Bear is a tiny 12 pound Cavalier with a huge personality. He puts the “V” in velcro and is happiest snuggled right next to his humans. Bear is not very interested in the outdoors, so he would be happy in an apartment or condo.

Bear is still working on potty training and he needs someone home most of the day to be consistent in this training. A belly band would be useful during this time. He may have been left outdoors in his prior life and therefore his disinterest in being outside.

Bear would really love sleeping in the big comfy bed with his forever family once fully trained. In addition, car rides are a thrill for Bear! He settles down nicely and is calm in the car.

Since coming to Cavalier Rescue USA, Bear has been neutered, had his ear infections treated, had a dental where he lost 14 teeth (still eats just fine!), brought up to date on his vaccines, and preventatives.

He does well with the dogs in his foster home and should be good with kids. He is truly a loving, velcro Cavalier!

If you can provide Little Bear’s forever home, please submit an adoption application(if you haven’t already) and then email Meg Hutson Eisenmenger at Cavalierrescuemeg@gmail.com so she knows of your interest.

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Leonard in AZ

Update: Leonard has a visit scheduled to meet a potential new family so we are only taking backup applications for him for now. Thank you!

Leonard is a sweet boy that must be on someone’s lap most of the time. He was once loved and cared for but his mom passed away. Sometime after that, Leonard was found on a street in distress and crying because he was lost. A wonderful couple found him. They did all they could for him by shaving him down and removing hundreds of ticks. He was in rough shape but a vet appointment could not be arranged for almost a week. Then Cavalier Rescue USA came to pick him up.

At the animal hospital he had many tests since he had so many ticks imbedded in him. Thankfully, he was negative for all tick borne illnesses and heart worms. He was given an antibiotic shot and Doggy Benadryl. His ears were swollen shut due to the ticks. A soothing ear drop was especially made for him because the Otoscope could not be inserted into his very swollen ears. His skin was infected and scabby. A medicated shampoo was helpful in treating that issue.

With all that news – he was healthy and recoverable! When the medications started working Leonard became a different pup. He wasn’t itching any more and could relax. As his personality came out he is well behaved, never had accidents in the house, started playing with toys and the other dogs, and knows some commands. He knows his name and comes when called. He was neutered the first of August.

Leonard does not like being alone. He has separation anxiety and will cry and bark when the humans leave. If there are other dogs he seems more relaxed and only cries for a few minutes. Another dog or dogs should help him in his forever home. Although Leonard does not like the crate, when riding in the car he will cry and fuss. As soon as he is taken out, he is fine with human interaction.

It is difficult not to fall-in love with this boy. He is sweet, cuddles, and loves his foster family. Although he is a “Velcro Pup” he likes to sleep in a dog bed with his doggy siblings. He is excited to see you in the morning and gets very playful.

Leonard is a champ at getting baths and loves to be brushed. He will lay on your lap and be brushed for a long time.

If you are interested in being Leonard’s forever family, please fill out our online application if you haven’t already and then email Carolyn at cavalier.rescue.usa@mac.com so she knows of your interest. Leonard is being fostered in Green Valley and Pine Top Arizona and residents of Arizona will be given first consideration for this sweet boy.

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Faith in Northern AL

Here is Faith with her new family…

Sweet Faith came to Cavalier Rescue USA through an Alabama breeder that closed. Initially fearful and distrusting, she suffered malnutrition, parasites, and ear infections. She was intimidated by everything, would only eat chow from the floor, and distrusted humans.

After two months with her foster family, she is now playful, happy and healthy! Faith is a people lover although still shy. She gets along wonderfully with her three foster siblings (which includes a 130 pound Russian Terrier!) She is still learning to walk on leash. She enjoys being near her humans and will sometimes cry if left alone too long. Faith is improving with her potty training and rarely has accidents if taken out on a regular basis. She sleeps in her kennel at night without complaint but is ready to begin her day with potty time. She enjoys car rides and generally settles into her car seat for a nap.

Faith is now free of parasites, has healthy ears, has been spayed, had dental care with two teeth removed and has been given a clean bill of health by her veterinarian. At some point in her life she suffered a broken front leg which was not treated and healed improperly. Because of this Faith walks with an outturned elbow and a slight hitch to her step, but it does not stop her from running through the yard! Her age has been placed between 3-4 years old. She currently is on a dry chow diet and loves her snacks. At 14 pounds, she is a little girl who should be maintained at this weight.

Faith has turned into a sweet, loving and precious pup who will make her furever family a wonderful companion. Because she is such a couch potato, she would benefit from a home where someone is home most of the time and loves a lap dog! Faith is a gentle girl who will warm your lap and be your loving shadow.

If you live within a 4 hour drive from Houston, AL and are interested in adopting this beautiful girl, please send an email to Sandy Medd at rescuecavaliers@gmail.com and also be sure to complete an online application if you haven’t already. Please indicate where you are located and why you believe your family is a good fit for this beautiful girl.

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