Welcome to Cavalier Rescue USA

Rosey in San Antonio, TX

Here is Rosey with her new family…

Rosey is a sweet three-year-old Tricolor Cavalier rescued from a commercial breeder.

When she arrived in foster care, she was incredibly timid, nervous, shy and shaking. However, over the last two months Rosey has worked very hard to “find her brave,” and is slowly coming out of her shell and beginning to trust humans.

Rosey has a crate where she can go if she wants to feel safe. 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 walk or ride in the car. Rosey sleeps through the night in a bed next to her foster brother and sisters.

Rosey is a petite girl weighing in at eleven pounds. She received intake vetting, during which it was determined she is in good health. While in foster care, she was spayed and received a dental. She has a great appetite.

It is very clear that Rosey has lived a challenging life prior to coming into rescue. She truly deserves to be loved and pampered. Her ideal family would have someone home most of the time to give Rosey the attention she deserves.

Rosey would do best in a situation where the household is relatively calm and quiet. She does not do well with children. Her forever family must be patient and committed to teaching her that she is safe and loved.

Rosey would do best paired with another Cavalier or other small dog that she can learn from, as she continues to build trust. She will also need a very secure, fenced-in yard.

If you are interested in adopting this pup, please fill out the online application if you haven’t already and then email Rescue Coordinator Sarah Swanson at 210cavalierrescueusa@gmail.com.

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Many thanks to Rob Martin (Instagram @paw_prints_photo) for Rosey’s wonderful photos.

Shannon in Cinnaminson, NJ

Hi everyone, please meet Shannon, part couch potato, part whirling dervish. Shannon spent her 4 years of life being used as a breeding dog in a commercial breeding facility. She was definitely overbred and without much human interaction. Her most recent litter of puppies was born with umbilical hernias. With that Shannon became a liability and not worth the cost of feeding. Fortunately she made it out of the mill, and after a few different stops at other rescues, Shannon eventually made her way to CR-USA. Things were looking up for Shannon.

Shannon is a beautiful healthy, strong 4-year-old Cavalier mix. Her mix is not known, but current foster Mom and Dad think she may have some Golden Retriever in her. She weighs approximately 33 lbs, and could stand to lose a few pounds. She is approximately 16” at the shoulder. She has a beautiful dark red coat and soulful brown eyes. She is heart clear, up to date on all vaccines and monthly preventatives. She is spayed and recently had a dental. She lost 11 teeth but has no trouble eating kibble. Shannon came into foster care with an ear infection which is now cleared. There are times when Shannon seems a little itchy so she received a cytopoint injection. Her forever family will need to monitor her for possible seasonal or food allergies. Shannon is fed in her crate. Shannon is completely potty trained. No accidents! Shannon is still very skittish at quick movements especially when she is up and investigating her surroundings. She is very quick and will bolt when reached for. That should subside once she is settled in her forever home. When she is resting on the couch, which is often, she accepts all kinds of affection and likes to lay her head in your lap.

Shannon came into CR-USA foster care extremely frightened and shut down. At her first vet visit, they could not complete the exam because Shannon was basically frozen with fear. No aggression, just terrified. With a little time and some medication, her exam was completed the next week. It is possible Shannon may need some medications to help with anxiety long term. She is not currently on any medications.

It didn’t take long for Shannon to realize that she actually likes being close to her foster family, which consists of two retired folks, three Cavaliers (all commercial breeder rescues) and one very dog-friendly cat. Shannon loves to snuggle close to her people and her three foster siblings. However, early on she had shown some mild resource guarding over toys which, unfortunately, led her to swallow an 8” rope toy in one gulp because another dog was nearby. As a result, during her spay, she also had the rope toy (still in one piece) removed from her stomach. She had an uneventful and complete recovery from the surgery. Her resource guarding has dramatically reduced, and there have been no incidents since mid-February. She will need to be closely monitored in her new home as she adjusts. Also, any toys need to be oversized so it is not possible for her to swallow them. Shannon also likes to munch on mulch from the backyard. So far, this has not caused a problem but we are working to discourage this habit and her new family will need to do the same if she has access to mulch.

Shannon has mastered stairs, and sit. She walks nicely on a leash but still needs a bit more focus. So many smells! Shannon spends a lot of her day snoozing on the couch with her people and doggie friends and would prefer to sleep in the big bed at night. She would be very distressed if she were separated from her family at bed time.

Shannon will need a home with lots of patience and love and very little alone time. She can be crated for a short time. She is not happy with this arrangement but it is necessary for her safety. No children please. Quick movements will startle her and children’s toys may look good to chew on. Another friendly dog or two would be required as she does follow the pack and loves to be part of the puppy puddle. She is good with dog-friendly cats as long as you or the cat don’t mind an occasional and enthusiastic game of tag. A securely fenced yard is a must, and the bigger the better as she loves to stretch out her long limbs with a good run. An AirTag is recommended, just in case. Shannon is a strong and healthy girl who could be a great hiking buddy or jogging buddy or even good for doing some nose work. The more exercise, the better.

If you live within a reasonable driving distance of Cinnaminson, NJ and you are interested in adopting this sweet girl, please email Rebecca Plimpton at beckplimpton@gmail.com and fill out an application for her if you don’t already have one on file.

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Marco in Dillsburg, PA

If you are looking for the consummate companion, look no further! Marco is an approximately five to six year old male Blenhiem Cavalier.

Before coming to rescue, Marco was used for breeding on a Lancaster County Farm, but we don’t know much about his past. Marco adjusted quickly to his foster home. He absolutely loves being part of the family. He especially loves his foster “brothers.”

Like most Cavaliers, Marco is a Velcro dog. He needs to keep tabs on “Mom” at all times and is often found under foot. Marco is very amenable and doesn’t have a contrary bone in his body.

Marco is fairly small at 14 lbs and very healthy. He is missing a few teeth and takes his time to eat his food. His remaining teeth all look good.

Marco is not adventurous with running and jumping, but he will get the zoomies once in a while.

Marco wears a harness and walks well on a leash. He enjoys shorter walks, but could work up to longer ones. And, of course, he gets excited to meet other dogs on walks.

Marco adores his foster brothers and wants to go to a home with at least one other dog. He has anxiety if crated alone, but he enjoys being in a crate with his brothers. At night he sleeps on the floor next to the bed, but he would love to sleep in the bed if possible. Marco sleeps all night and isn’t disruptive.

Since his neuter surgery, Marco has had very few accidents in the house. He is content to go out every few hours, and his urge to mark has faded.

This warm-hearted boy deserves to have a peaceful home where he can provide companionship and love to his new family.

If you would like to adopt Marco, please complete our online application if you don’t already have one on file. Then email Melissa at cavalierrescueusapa@gmail.com so she knows you are interested.
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PA license: 16547

Izzy in Parsippany, NJ

Hello! My name is Izzy. I am roughly ten years old and came into rescue after being retired from breeding. It took me no time at all to figure out how to walk on a leash and use a dog door, and I am reliably house broken. I took some time adjusting to people reaching for me, but I am starting to realize people are great. I really like my foster mom, especially when she is eating, and will come right up to her to mug her for food.

My foster mom says I am the easiest foster she has ever had. I really enjoy sleeping in my dog bed when I am not eating. If it were up to me, I would lounge on the couch or my bed all day (except at meal times). I like to sit with my foster brothers and foster mom. I am not super cuddly, but I like to be with them all. I get along with the whole foster family, cats, dogs and a bird.

Since coming into rescue, I have been spayed, vaccinated, and had dental surgery that left me with only two teeth. It hasn’t stopped me from eating, but I struggle with harder things and will swallow it whole if given the opportunity. You will need to be careful if you adopt me to ensure all the things I eat are small enough I can swallow them safely.

I would love a home with another small dog I can play with when I am up for it. I really need someone patient and kind, who won’t be offended if I ignore them except at meal times, and if I run from them periodically when startled. A quiet home with a securely fenced yard is important, because I will take some time to adjust and may try to make a break for it initially.

I am crate trained and dog door trained. I haven’t had an accident in my foster mom’s house because she has a dog door. I am left out and sleep in my own dog bed overnight. I take time to adjust to new locations so a pen or a crate should be used to help me adjust initially.

I would be a great companion looking for a friend to just hang out with. I am no bother to anyone. The worst thing I do is follow my foster mom and nearly trip her because she didn’t notice me. She says she needs to put a bell on me. I enjoy walks, but I certainly don’t need them. My favorite hobbies are eating, sleeping, and walking around with a toy in my mouth.

If you live within a reasonable driving distance of Parsippany, NJ and you are interested in adopting me, please email Rebecca Plimpton at beckplimpton@gmail.com and fill out an application if you haven’t already. I really want a family all my own and hope to hear from you soon.

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