Welcome to Cavalier Rescue USA

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

Raya in Concord, CA

Hi! My name is Raya. I’m a beautiful and sweet Blenheim girl with a classic queen’s thumbprint on my forehead. I weigh 14 lbs, am 5-6 years old, and came into rescue as a surrender from a breeder.

My temperament is shy and submissive, and I very rarely bark. I’m a mama’s girl and more apprehensive around men but not enough to turn down a treat or a pet. I do great with people, dogs, and kids, even taking part in big holiday gatherings with people and kids of all ages, receiving compliments on how easy and calm I am.

I’m a couch potato that loves to cuddle. I’m always happy and wake up wagging my tail. I have some separation anxiety because I have never really been alone and am used to sleeping with a lot of other dogs so a canine companion in my new home is required for me to be happy.

When I’m not napping, I like to play in the backyard. You can find me laying out on the deck soaking up the sun or chasing squirrels with my foster siblings. As I’m getting acclimated, it’s best to keep an eye on me as I like to dig at the fence, but that goes away as I get more comfortable. I don’t play much with toys or fetch, but I do like a good Nylabone.

I use a doggy door on my own and sleep quietly through the night. In fact, I’ll sleep in as long as you let me. I’m still perfecting my potty training and need to be reminded to go outside every couple of hours.

I’ve never had a leash or even a collar before coming into rescue, so I’ll need more practice walking on a leash and to get comfortable with all the sounds and movement of the outside world.

I love to eat and I’m not picky. I’m happy to share food with my foster siblings. I am not a pushover though and will stand my ground if needed.

I have been spayed and had a dental while in foster care and I also had several benign mammary tumors removed. I am up to date on all my vaccinations and am heart healthy. I do have a condition called dry eye and use two eye drops per day, and I don’t put up a fuss about it.

I need a family who is home most of the day with calm surroundings. I would do best in a house where I am the second dog in my forever home, where I can follow their lead, but I could also do well as an only dog to someone who is home all day and can make me the center of their world. Kids 10+ are okay.

If you are interested in this darling girl and live within a reasonable distance to Concord, CA, please complete an online application if you haven’t already and then email our Northern California Coordinator, Sarah Knudsen at sayrahk@gmail.com to let her know you’re interested in Raya.

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Phoebe in Pittsburg, CA

Phoebe is a lovely, five-year-old tricolor Cavalier. She is a little bit bashful in the beginning, but quickly warms up. After a while, she will lay by your side and want your attention. She is not a kisser, but will paw you for attention and likes to inch her way into your lap. Phoebe is not 100% Velcro, but will follow you around occasionally. Phoebe is also fine relaxing on the couch waiting for you to return from a short errand.

Phoebe is fantastic on her bathroom skills. She will bark lightly if she wants to go when you are not paying attention to her, or when her foster Mom asks “Want to go potty?” every few hours. Out she goes to take care of her business quickly.

Phoebe likes walks, but she pulls a little on the leash and may cut you off at times, so that needs ongoing work. Her one bad habit is shredding paper! Phoebe has gotten into the bathroom tissue for a “toilet paper caper,” and if she finds a paper towel, a Kleenex or piece of mail she will start to shred it!

Phoebe’s loving Mom surrendered her because Phoebe needed a very expensive surgery to remove her anal glands. Phoebe was spayed and had a dental at the same time, so now this sweet girl is 100% ready for her forever home! She does have a barely audible heart murmur that is common in Cavaliers.

Phoebe was free-fed before and came into rescue a bit chubby, not that we are body shaming! She is now eating measured amounts for two meals a day with each being a third of a cup of food. Phoebe is down to 24 from 28 pounds, with 20 pounds as her goal weight. Regular exercise will keep her in tip top shape. Phoebe hasn’t had any cat or small children experience.

Phoebe enjoys having another canine playmate, but would also be okay as an only dog getting lots of attention. She needs low alone time, so a retired person or someone working from home will be perfect.

If you can meet all of Phoebe’s needs and live within a couple of Pittsburg, please complete our online application. Then email our Northern California Coordinator, Sarah Knudsen at sayrahk@gmail.com to let her know of your interest in this sweet girl.
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June in Plymouth, MA

Meet June! June is a very special dog! This happy tricolor girl with the puppy face is 6 years old, born 6/1/19, and is a very laid-back, calm dog, loving. She came to rescue from a family who could no longer keep her.

June is up-to-date on immunizations and preventatives and she is spayed. She was diagnosed with a grade 3 heart murmur, but no medication is needed at this time. Her new owner should be willing to follow up with a cardiologist every 6-12 months. She is hearing impaired but gets around well. June has recently seen a neurologist who suspects she has Syringomyelia (neurological disorder) This condition is being managed with medication. Since she takes her medication 4 times per day, someone home most of the time is necessary. Syringomyelia can cause discomfort in her neck and shoulders. For this reason, June does not like wearing a collar or harness, so for her safety and comfort, we are requiring a fenced-in yard for her.

June loves her food and snacks and can be possessive of them. She would be happy as an only dog, but if you’re willing to work with her on this behavior, she could be happy with a dog sibling as well. June only has 4 teeth, but this doesn’t stop her! We soak her kibble and she has no issues eating and having soft snacks.

June is an absolute pleasure. She is house trained with no accidents in her foster home. Her guilty pleasure is having a comfy place to snooze. June loves napping and is quite the snorer! She loves her crate at night, so having a separate space for her to sleep might be best for light sleepers.

June is great with kids, has a calm, gentle presence and is a wonderful companion!

If you would like this adorable girl to be a part of your family, have filled out a recent application, meet the criteria for her adoption and are within a reasonable drive of Plymouth, MA, please contact Barbara Blanchette at blanchettebarbara06@gmail.com to let her know you are interested in June.

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The Fabulous 5 in Dallas, TX

Cavalier Rescue USA in the Dallas TX area was able to take in this group of dogs when their owner asked for help after life changes resulted in his inability to keep the dogs. While we were told they were purebred Cavaliers, upon getting them into rescue, they appear to be a beautiful mix of Cavalier, Dachshund, and Papillon.

All were given health checks, microchips, vaccinations, and dentals or spay/neuter, and are on heartworm preventatives. Their ages range from 3-5. These dogs came to us scared and confused but have settled into sweet, healthy dogs and are ready for adoption.

Oreo is a 5-year-old, male, neutered and healthy tricolor. He weighs 15 pounds exactly and is the cuddliest, fluffy friend. He has a wonderful personality where he enjoys walks and playing with his foster brothers and sister as well as quietly lounging on the couch to watch TV.

Oreo would do best in a home with other dogs. He came from a home with many dogs and after a few days of quiet adjustment time, he does great with other dogs and new people are all friends he hasn’t met yet. He’s still working on potty training and thrives on routine and consistency. He also loves treats and is very food motivated!

Oreo is healthy and handsome. He’s ready for his forever home and new best friends in human and doggy form!

Gidget is one of the youngest of the group, only 3-years-old. She is a sweet, loving little girl who wants to always be by your side. She loves to be a couch potato while you are relaxing and will stay right by your side but once you are up and moving, she is right there with you! She can be a bundle of energy, running as fast as the wind, or sit quietly enjoying your presence while she is waiting for a belly rub.

She fits in nicely with other dogs but she would also be happy being the only dog in the family. She typically isn’t interested in cookies or treats, with the exception of a little piece of cheese.

Gidget received a great report from her visit to the vet and weighed in at 12.6 pounds. She walks well with a harness and leash and would enjoy daily walks. She is working on potty training and would benefit from a doggy door as she had one in her previous home. She is crate trained and will sleep all night in her crate but she would definitely prefer sleeping in the bed with a family member. Even if that’s not your plan, when she looks at you with her soulful eyes, you might change your mind about where she sleeps!

Louie is a neutered 2-year-old tricolor boy. He is highly intelligent with beautiful markings. He is full of love for his human and enjoys snuggling on the couch. He weighs 10 pounds.

He came to us with a limp. The vet did x-rays and could find no issues and the limp has resolved with some medication. He had a dental and neuter and is up to date on his vet work. He is a healthy boy. He is a light eater and sleeps well in his crate at night. His potty training is going well with frequent outings. He still wears a belly band in the house as a precaution.

He is still working on his social skills with other dogs. He loves his human so much that he can get jealous of others dogs around his person. He also is very nervous meeting new dogs so the introductions have to be slow. We have been working on this and it has greatly improved. He was very scared when we got him so building trust with him takes time but the reward of his love is worth it! He will either need to be an only dog or with an experienced dog owner who is confident in continuing his training. Louie will thrive in a calm and patient home with an adopter who is experienced with dogs.

Flynn is a 3-year-old male tricolor who is a bundle of energy and a very happy boy. This special boy would thrive in a home with a secure yard and a family that is home with him most of the time to share in his adventures and offer him lots of bonding time. He would be best suited in a quieter home with no children as he loves one-on-one time with minimal distractions.

He gets along with other dogs but would need to be introduced slowly to ensure a smooth transition into his forever home. Flynn is mostly quiet only barking when the other dog in his foster home starts barking. He does like to patrol his yard and keep an eye on the neighborhood.

Once he feels secure in his environment, Flynn is a devoted companion who will stick by your side and happily curl up by your side for a cozy nap. He will need a family that is patient and willing to work with him until he learns to trust and feels less stressed in his new environment. He does have a bit of stranger danger for newcomers at his home. He will bark at visitors who come into your home. This is something we are currently working on with him. Though he is maturing, Flynn still has that puppy-like excitement, especially when treats and belly rubs are involved.

He is 18 pounds and has a clean bill of health! He has done great with potty training and uses a doggy door well. He also sleeps nicely in a crate at night. He loves to exercise so running in a fenced yard or going on walks is key to his daily routine. He enjoys car rides and would make a good road trip companion. His loyalty and love shining through his eyes makes Flynn an irresistibly wonderful boy.

Sofie is a sweet 5-year-old tricolor girl who is a petite 13 pounds. Just look at her beautiful, inquisitive bright eyes! Although Sofie may be a bit shy at first, once she warms up to you, she enjoys being by your side whether it is relaxing, playing or going for walks. She may be afraid of new people in the home, so patience is key for Sofie. Sudden noises and movement may startle her, this is most likely due to her prior environment.

Sofie likes to be on a set schedule and routine. She would be best suited in a quieter home with no children as she thrives one-on-one with minimal distractions. Sofie gets along with other dogs but would need to be introduced slowly to ensure a smooth transition into her forever home. Sofie is mostly quiet only barking when the other dog in her foster home starts barking. She does like to patrol her yard and keep an eye on the neighborhood.

Once she is comfortable, Sofie is the quietest, sweetest girl you will ever meet. She loves belly rubs, playing and curling up with her foster parents. She is extremely intelligent and learns very quickly. She comes when called and sits on command. Sofie loves to exercise so running in a fenced yard or going on walks is a big part of her daily routine. She enjoys car rides and would make a good road trip companion.

She has done very well with potty training in foster care and will use a doggy door. She is also a very healthy girl! She is a perfect companion for anyone looking for a peaceful, loving dog to brighten their life. Those expressive eyes and her petite size make Sofie an irresistibly charming little girl.

If you think any of these sweet dogs would be a great fit for your family please complete our online application if you haven’t already and then email Shelby at shelbynfields@gmail.com to express your interest.

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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