Welcome to Cavalier Rescue USA

Dumpling in Little Rock, AR

A Mama Ready for Her Forever Home!

Dumpling, a sweet and gentle Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, came into rescue with a special surprise—she was pregnant! This brave mama gave birth to three beautiful, healthy puppies, and she’s been the most loving and devoted mother. Now that her little ones are thriving and starting their own journeys, it’s Dumpling’s turn to be pampered and spoiled just as she deserves!

At four years old, Dumpling is the definition of a lap dog she loves cuddles, gentle belly rubs, and being by your side. She has the signature Cavalier sweetness, making her the perfect companion for a loving family, a retired couple, or anyone looking for a loyal, affectionate best friend.

Dumpling is:
House-trained and well-mannered
Good with other dogs and gentle with people
A total snuggle bug who loves cozy blankets and belly rubs
Ready for a life of love and relaxation

After all she’s been through, Dumpling is ready to find a home where she can be the center of attention, a family that will cherish her as much as she has cherished her puppies. Could that be you?

Apply to adopt Dumpling today and give this beautiful mama the forever home she deserves!

If you’re interested in adopting Dumpling, please complete our online application if you haven’t already and email Whitney Barron at wbarronp@gmail.com to let her know of your interest.

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Kirby in Nashville, TN

Here is Kirby with his new family…

Meet Kirby – Your New Best Friend!

Are you looking for a loving, affectionate, and playful puppy to join your family? Meet Kirby, an adorable 4-month-old Blenheim Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who is ready to find his forever home! At 16 pounds, Kirby is a big boy with an even bigger personality. His soft, gorgeous coat, cute little kiss spot on his head, and constantly wagging tail make him absolutely irresistible. He is a Velcro dog who wants to be by your side at all times, offering endless love and companionship.

Kirby is a smart and curious pup who learns quickly, especially when treats or belly rubs are involved. He is already making great progress with house training and does well as long as he goes outside regularly. At night, he sleeps soundly in his dog bed and is starting to master leash-walking. Kirby is also comfortable in his crate and behaves well while inside, though he would be happiest in a home where someone is around most of the time. He absolutely loves toys—especially chew toys since he is still in his teething stage—so his new family should be prepared to keep their shoes out of reach!

Kirby is a social pup who gets along well with other dogs and is friendly toward cats. He has not been around children yet, but his sweet and friendly nature suggests he would be happy to make new friends. One of his favorite things is spending time outdoors, whether chasing squirrels, collecting sticks, or just frolicking in the grass. Because of his love for outdoor play, a fenced yard or access to a nearby park would be ideal for him. He loves food – he devours his breakfast and supper – and is highly treat-motivated, which is a big help for teaching him good habits. Belly rubs also work as an incentive for Kirby to be the best boy he can be. Kirby is making good progress with leash-walking, is a happy car-rider and mastered going up and down stairs on his first try.

Kirby is in excellent health, neutered, and up to date on all vaccinations, heartworm prevention, and flea/tick preventatives. He would thrive in a home where he gets plenty of love and attention, either with another playful dog or as the center of his new family’s world. His perfect adopter would be someone who enjoys spending time at home, has a safe outdoor space for him to explore, and is ready to shower him with affection.

If you live within a 3-4 hour driving distance of Nashville, TN, and believe Kirby could be the perfect addition to your family, we would love to hear from you. Please complete our online application if you haven’t already and then email Sandy Medd at rescuecavaliers@gmail.com with your location and a little about why you would be the perfect home for Kirby. He is ready to bring love, joy, and puppy energy into your life. Could you be the one to give him the forever home he deserves?

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Ollie in Madisonville, LA

Here is the pup with his new family…

Meet Ollie, a handsome Blenheim Cavalier born 04/01/2018! With his infectious smile and wagging tail, he is a bundle of joy that makes people smile everywhere he goes.

Ollie came to Cavalier Rescue USA when his family accepted a job transfer thousands of miles away. Having grown up as the sole canine companion, Ollie is fiercely loyal to his humans. When not playing and cuddling with kids in the house, Ollie can easily entertain himself. In his foster home, Ollie has learned a lot from his new furry siblings and discovered that having other dogs in the home can be fun! Ollie has blended into his new environment graciously.

Ollie boasts some desirable traits like being potty trained and crate trained, and he rarely barks. He sleeps in an open crate in the bedroom at night and is smart enough to know he needs to go potty before he retires for the night. Ollie taught his previous family to let him out when he rings the bells that were hanging from the back door. His foster family is trying to continue this tradition for his furever home, and rings the bells every time they go outside.

Although Ollie enjoys exploring the yard and searching for lizards, he races back into the house to be with his humans. Curious and inquisitive about what you are doing, he will follow you everywhere and settle into a peaceful slumber when his humans do. If Ollie wants a hug, he will sit at your feet and give you a gentle nudge. Although Ollie has not been one to get on the furniture, his previous family reports that he would sit on the arm of the sofa and watch TV with them at night.

Ollie has been well cared for and is in good health, including being heart clear. Ollie has been microchipped, treated for an ear infection, and given a topical treatment for the dry skin at the top of his nose. His vaccinations are due in mid-May. Ollie appears to be hard of hearing, but follows commands from hand gestures, and understands “sit.” This bundle of joy weighs in at 33 pounds but does not appear overweight.

Having never met a stranger, Ollie enjoys walks and meeting new people, both big and small. He has not had any interactions with cats. Nap times are very important to Ollie, and he can be a deep sleeper.

Ollie would like nothing more than to have his own furever home for his upcoming 7th birthday on April 1st. If you are looking for someone to adore you, cuddle, and gaze upon you with loving eyes, please complete our online application (if you haven’t already) and then email Rescue Coordinator TJ Mareno at Rescue4Life01@gmail.com to express your interest.

NOTE: While we do adopt outside of the state where the dog is being fostered, we rarely adopt outside of their region. Also, when applying for a dog, please state your first AND last name(s) on the application.

See Ollie in action: Ollie

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Cleo in Nashville, TN

Here is the pup with his new family…

Meet Cleo, an adorable tricolor Cavalier puppy born 12/5/24. At first introduction, Cleo is friendly but can be a bit timid and shy with people and needs time and space to get to know you at his pace. With a little patience and gentle praise he warms up and is glad to offer kisses, snuggles and ask for belly rubs! Once comfortable, Cleo is your typical puppy who spends his days playing with toys and napping on a rotating schedule. He’s great at entertaining himself with chew toys and loves to snuggle up near you or in his dog bed for naps. Even when warmed up, Cleo can still be a bit intimidated when being approached, so he would do best in a household without young children who do not understand space and boundaries.

Cleo loves his canine friends! He absolutely adores following his Cavapoo foster brother everywhere around the house and takes all of his cues from him. Having another calm, gentle and established dog in the household has made a huge impact in Cleo’s confidence, so we think he would do best joining a family with another dog to show him the reins, continue giving him confidence, and keep him company.

Cleo is crate-trained and finds his crate to be a safe space. He does express a little sadness sometimes when left in his crate if his person leaves the house, but is fairly quick to settle after a few minutes. Having a foster brother near has been a helpful comfort for him. His foster mom works from home so he is used to someone being home most of the time and would do best in a home where his people are not away for longer periods of time during the day. He sleeps comfortably in his crate at night as long as he’s in the same room as you. He’s also picking up on leash training wonderfully! He does not have a fenced in yard in his current foster home, so he’s adapted well to being taken out on a leash and for short walks and would do well in a home with or without a yard. Cleo is also a great travel companion and does well in the car.

As he’s still very young, Cleo is not yet potty trained so his adopter will need to be ready for the patience that comes with potty-training! He’s done well when kept on a consistent schedule, but accidents do still happen as he’s continuing to learn. Because of his age, he does still need at least 1-2 potty breaks in the middle of the night, but should adjust to holding it through the night like a champ as he continues to get older!

While in foster care, Cleo has been brought up to date on his vaccinations and other than an ear infection which he’s been treated for, has received a clean bill of health. He is microchipped and is not yet neutered. As a condition of adoption, his new family will need to have him neutered when he is 9-10 months old.

If you are looking for a gentle, loving, affectionate sweetheart, Cleo is your boy! Once he warms up and learns to trust you, he will be your loyal companion for a lifetime. If you are ready for the joys and challenges of puppyhood and committed to giving this boy the patience, love and attention he deserves, then please make sure you have an application submitted and email Liz Nigh at lizcavalierusa@gmail.com to let her know of your interest in adopting Cleo. Applicants within a 4 hour driving distance of Nashville will be considered. All applicants who apply will also be considered for the other puppy listed under Liz Nigh. Only one email is necessary.

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Dixie and Lily in Johnson City, TN

Update 3-30-25: We think we have found a great home for this pair, so aren’t taking more applications for now.

Dixie and Lily are a very bonded pair that need to be adopted together. Dixie is 4-years-old and Lily is 3-years old. They came into rescue from an elderly couple, after the wife passed and the husband fell ill. They were badly matted but have darling new fur-do’s.

Dixie weighs 34lbs and Lily weighs 32lbs. They could both lose some weight. Lily needs help getting on the couch. They are loving and cuddly who want to be in your lap. Dixie is a notorious seat stealer. If someone is in a chair she likes she is likely to climb up and become a nice neck and head rest. They certainly live up to a Cavalier‘s job of keeping you warm and providing support!

Dixie and Lily are curious, happy-go-lucky Cavaliers and good buddies. They love romping through the yard, chasing butterflies and birds. Lily likes to play with other dogs and loves plush toys, often carrying her favorite one around with her most of the day.

They are very sweet and do well with people of all ages. They greet humans by barking and Dixie will stand on her hind legs and place her front legs on the people. Dixie likes to get tissues and eat them. She has the ability to get into trash cans so they should be out of reach. A little redirection and training could help them with these habits. Lily and Dixie ride in a car and walk on a leash wonderfully.

Dixie and Lily were brought up-to-date in vaccines and preventatives while in rescue. Lily does not like to jump but a vet check while in rescue and previous owners vet assessment reveal no known cause but possibly weight. Lily is on a supplement for her joints.

They both love to be with their humans and follow them room to room, especially the kitchen. They are both smart and quick to pick up on things.

If you want a loyal companion who loves cuddles, please make sure you have an application submitted and email Liz Nigh at lizcavalierusa@gmail.com to let her know of your interest.

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Cinnamon in Arlington, VA

Here is Cinnamon with her new family…

Cinnamon is the absolute sweetest little 5-year-old Blenheim Cavalier girl who came into rescue after spending her first years as a breeding mama. She arrived to us timid and scared, but she quickly realized how wonderful her new found life would be!

Cinnamon is the happiest dog at all times. Her tail is wagging from the moment she wakes until she goes to sleep. Her favorite pastime is being snuggled up by your side. She also loves to play with toys and has the playfulness of a puppy. She takes great pride in pulling all the toys out of the basket to play with!

Cinnamon came into rescue with a significant limp due to bilateral medial Patella Luxation (bad knees). She has since had two major surgeries to fix these problems and she continues to rehab. She has been an excellent patient, now walks without a limp and looks forward to the day when she is released from her restrictions and can run again! She has been spayed, microchipped and is up to date on vaccinations. She also had a recent dental cleaning and had a few teeth extracted.

This precious pup does not like to be left alone, so we are looking for a home for her where someone will be home most of the day. She will be your sweetest shadow. Cinnamon does well being left for short periods when she has another dog to keep her company. She is currently fostered with another Cavalier who she loves and a large dog. She gets along great with both dogs. We haven’t had her around cats, but she is very passive with our bunny.

Cinnamon is sweet as pie and has so much love to give! If you feel like you could provide a wonderful home for Cinnamon, please fill out our online application if you haven’t already and then email Diane Lombardo at cavalierrescueusamdwv@gmail.com to let her know of your interest in Cinnamon.

Cinnamon’s vet expenses have been truly extraordinary with two very costly knee surgeries and a spay and dental. Please consider donating to help with these expenses: Click here to Donate

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