Welcome to Cavalier Rescue USA

Finnegan in Portland, OR

Meet Finnegan – Your New Best Friend! If you’re looking for an adorable shadow to follow you everywhere, Finnegan might just be your perfect match! This handsome 5-year-old Cavalier came to Cavalier Rescue in rough shape, but with love, care, and a little patience, he’s blossomed into a joyful, affectionate companion who radiates happiness to everyone he meets—human, dog, and even cat!

When Finnegan arrived, he was dealing with significant tooth decay, hearing loss, overgrown nails, and skin irritations. Thanks to a healthy diet, expert veterinary care, and lots of affection, he’s now thriving! He weighs 25 lbs, and after the extraction of more than half of his teeth, he enjoys soft, healthy meals, and his tail never stops wagging.

Finnegan loves to be close and is happiest when he’s with his person. Whether it’s following you around the house, cuddling on the couch, or curling up next to you in bed, he’s all about staying connected.

Finnegan has the energy and curiosity of a puppy. He thrives with multiple daily walks, loves running in secure dog parks, and enjoys off-leash time. He’s happiest with multiple walks per day, and his enthusiasm for exploring means he’s always ready for another adventure. He’s made great progress in his potty training but still needs consistency. He’s a frequent marker and loves leaving “p-mails” along the way.

Due to hearing loss, Finnegan prefers a home without young children, but he’d do wonderfully with older kids or teens who understand his needs. He’s quickly picking up hand signals for training. Finnegan doesn’t do well alone for long periods but is happy snuggling with another person or even a gentle, high-energy dog companion.

He has many sweet traits, loves his belly rubs as well as mealtime. His healthy diet in his foster home includes salmon oil—his coat is softening beautifully. He prefers sleeping close to his people, whether in an open kennel near the bed or cuddled up on the bed.

Finnegan would do best with someone who can be with him most of the time and who loves outdoor activities as much as he does. A big yard and another playful dog would be a bonus. But he would do just as well in a smaller space with many trips outside during the day. He’s a devoted, energetic companion who will bring endless love and joy to the right home.

If you’re ready to open your heart and home to this seriously handsome, endlessly affectionate boy, Finnegan is ready to fill your life with unconditional love and a constantly wagging tail.

To be considered for Finnegan’s new home, please fill out an application (if you haven’t previously) and email rescue coordinator Cindy at cseakastner@gmail.com to let her know of your interest. You can read about the adoption process at this link: Process. Finnegan can’t wait to meet you!

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Holly in Danville, IL

Holly is the sweetest little gem! She is a happy, well-adjusted, dainty little lady whose favorites are cuddling and chasing squirrels. Whoever adopts Holly is the luckiest human ever! She is a 4-year-old Blenheim Cavalier that came to Cavalier Rescue USA from a commercial breeding facility after having a c-section and then not getting pregnant again for a year.

I will let Holly tell you more about herself!

I love having other dogs in my foster home to play with and to show me the way. I am looking for a home with a mom or dad who stays home most of the time with another gentle dog sibling to make me feel welcome. I love cuddling with my human or foster siblings. I also love playing with toys, my foster siblings have shown me how much fun they are!

Active children startle me, so I would be happiest in a calm home without young children. But I am already accustomed to the general sounds of a human household: television, vacuum cleaner, etc and do fine with those. If you want a dog for jogging, I am not your girl. I prefer pillows, sofas, and warm laps with lots of love…with a physically fenced yard for chasing squirrels. When I am not being a couch potato I do love to chase squirrels and promise to keep your yard critter free!

My foster mom keeps telling me how precious I am and that she would adopt me herself if she did not already have three dog kids. I am curious and happy, happy, happy!

My favorites are: cuddling, chasing squirrels, cuddling, dinnertime…did I say cuddling and squirrels?

Since coming to Cavalier Rescue USA I have been spayed, had a much needed dental where I lost 18 teeth but am feeling much better now. I am up to date on my vaccines and flea/tick/heartworm preventatives.

If you are interested in adopting Holly, please complete our online application, then email Meg Hutson Eisenmenger at cavalierrescuemeg@gmail.com so she knows of your interest. Thank you!

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Daisy in Powell, OH

Meet sweet Daisy. Daisy is a 5-6 year old Blenheim Cavalier who came into Cavalier Rescue USA from a commercial breeder. When she first came into rescue, Daisy was shy and timid. However, since then, she has begun to come out of her shell and loves to snuggle.

She is a sweet, gentle and well behaved girl. Her tail is always wagging and she loves to follow her foster mom around. Daisy also loves to sniff and explore the backyard. Daisy’s favorite spot in her foster home is snuggled up on the couch.

This well behaved girl may have only been born with one eye, but she is laser focused on finding her forever family. She has been around kids in her foster home and gets along well with them. Her foster home does not have any other dogs, but her foster mom is home most of the day. Daisy would be happy in a home with another calm dog or without as long as someone is home most of the day. She has not been cat tested.

Daisy has been doing good on a leash and enjoys leisurely walks. Like most Cavaliers, Daisy loves her soft food and treats. Daisy is working on potty training and has had minimal accidents as long as she is let out on a schedule.

Daisy is a healthy girl and weighs 15 lbs. She has received a spay, microchip and dental since coming into rescue. She is up to date on vaccinations, flea and heartworm preventatives.Daisy would love a forever home with someone home most of the time. She would enjoy a fenced yard to explore, but this is not mandatory with daily walks.

If you’d like to be her forever human, please complete the online application, if you haven’t already, read our Process and FAQ pages and then email Sherry Morgan at morgans817@sbcglobal.net to let her know of your interest.

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Tessa in Portland, ME

Update 12-23-24: We’ve received several promising applications for this pup so aren’t taking more for now. Thank you!

Tessa is a beautiful 2-year-old Blenheim who is ready to find her forever home. Tessa came to rescue after being released by a breeder. We don’t know much about her past, but we do know that she is the most affectionate pup you will ever meet!

This petite miss is eager to meet new people and quick to ask for a pat. Being in a home setting for the first time in her life, she has quickly learned to enjoy the good life! She enjoys being around other dogs and is curious to explore her surroundings, but more than anything, she wants to be close to her people. She is gentle and loving, and her favorite activity is taking a nap in her person’s lap. She has enjoyed learning how to play from her Cavalier foster brother and when she’s ready to rest, she can often be found curled up snoozing next to her Cavalier foster sister.

Since coming into rescue, she has been an excellent houseguest, quickly housetrained and peacefully sleeping in a crate at night. She is wonderful around children of all ages—more people to pat her! She has not met a cat while in rescue, but she has a gentle nature so would likely do fine with a cat in her forever home. Tessa can become distressed when she loses sight of one of her foster parents, so she would appreciate a family that can be patient with her separation anxiety and help her learn to feel more confident.

Tessa is healthy, up to date on immunizations and preventatives, and was recently spayed. She would love a family who is willing to continue teaching her basic etiquette like walking on a leash and commands like “sit”.

If you think your family may be the right fit for this sweet girl, please fill out our online application and email Rescue Coordinator Barbara Blanchette at blanchettebarbara06@gmail.com to express your interest in Tessa.

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Ivy in Huntingtown, MD

Meet Ms. Ivy, also known as Ivy Jane (as her foster mama calls her)! Ivy is a sweet 5-year-old Blenheim Cavalier rescued from a commercial breeding situation. When she arrived in foster care, she was incredibly timid and shy; however, over the last several months, she’s worked very hard to “find her brave” and is slowly coming out of her shell and beginning to trust humans. Her foster home has a large crate in the living room where she can go if she wants to feel safe, but she spends less and less time in the crate and more time snuggling on the couch with her foster Cavalier brother.

She is happy to lie on the couch and sleep throughout the day, but she also does well on a leash and enjoys going for a daily walk or a ride in the car. Ivy is very gentle and calm but also observant and notices when her foster brother is getting pets, and she’s not; she is more open to receiving affection and love with him by her side.

She sleeps through the night in a crate next to her foster brother and the big bed with her humans, but she’d probably love to snuggle next to you in the big bed someday if she were allowed to.

Ivy is a petite girl, weighing in at a little over 14lbs. She received intake vetting, during which it was determined that she is in good health. While in foster care, she was spayed and received a much-needed dental cleaning, where only 3 of her teeth were extracted. She has a wonderful appetite and is very food-motivated, especially now that she’s eating a high-quality diet.

She knows a few basic commands, like “come” and “house” (to go in her crate), and would quickly learn others – especially if rewarded with boiled chicken. She was house trained while in rescue.

It’s very clear that Ivy has lived a challenging life prior to coming into rescue, and she deserves the perfect forever home where she will be loved and pampered. The ideal home would be with a family where someone is home most of the time to give her the attention she deserves. She is good with children, she loves her 4-year-old foster brother, but she does best in a situation where the household is relatively calm and quiet. Her family must be patient and committed to teaching her that she is safe and loved. Ivy would do best paired with another Cavalier that she can learn from, as she continues to build trust and “find her brave.” Finally, she will need a very secure, fenced-in yard to keep her safe; she has repeatedly gotten out of her foster family’s fenced yard and will need to be watched closely while she’s outside.

If you are interested in this precious girl and think you are a good match for her needs, please fill out an online application (if you haven’t already) and send an email to Rescue Coordinator Diane Lombardo at cavalierrescueusamdwv@gmail.com to let her know of your interest.

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Gus in Nashville, TN

Meet Gus, a charming 7-9-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who is ready to bring unconditional love and companionship into his forever home. Gus has a truly special personality that will win your heart. He adores people, enjoys snuggling in laps, and thrives on the comfort of being a cherished house pup. Even the vet described Gus as one of the greatest dogs he has ever met!

Gus is the epitome of a “velcro dog,” always staying close to those he loves. Since joining his foster family, he has discovered the joys of toys and balls, overcome heartworms, and received essential medical care, including neuter surgery and dental work. Gus is an affectionate sweetheart who loves to put his paws on your chest for kisses, enjoys lounging around, and can be just as happy playing outside. His friendly disposition makes him an excellent office or shop companion.

He gets along wonderfully with other dogs, particularly playful ones, and would benefit from having a canine buddy. However, he does well with dogs of all energy levels and ages. Gus weighs 16 pounds and is at his ideal weight, though he has a sensitive stomach and appreciates punctual meal times! While he’s learning to “leave it” when it comes to cats, he’d do best in a home without them.

Gus would thrive in a family with minimal home-alone hours or one where he can accompany his people on outings. He’s making good progress with potty training but will need ongoing support. Having endured heartworm treatment, Gus requires a family committed to keeping him on preventative care and monitoring his heart health, as he has a murmur that doesn’t currently require medication. A fenced yard and an attentive, loving family are just what Gus needs to continue flourishing.

Gus’s foster family has adored him, and everyone he meets quickly falls for his sweet, loving nature. If you’re seeking a loyal, beautiful Blenheim boy who will gaze at you with love and adoration, Gus is the perfect match.

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 Gus to thrive, we would love to hear from you! Please complete the online application and send an email to Sandy Medd at rescuecavaliers@gmail.com to express your interest in Gus. Let us know why you think your home would be a great fit for him and include your location in your message.

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