Cavalier Rescue Foundation of Arizona

11/11/2024

🆘 Emergency Fundraising Needed! 🆘
As many of you know, we have an open-door policy to ANY Cavalier needing a home. Over the weekend, we were dealt a real doozy! 🫨

We had a two-year-old Cavalier named Finn surrendered Saturday morning. He was too much for a single working mother and her daughter. Grateful they contacted us, we took him in and brought him to an experienced Cavalier foster. Little did we know what we got ourselves into. 😳

Finn immediately started to show signs of anxiety, resource guarding, dog aggression, kennel anxiety, pacing, and a million other behaviors you don’t typically see in a Cavalier. We decided with our foster that this was beyond what we could manage. He desperately needed professional training. Last night, he returned to our main facility (Nicole’s house) and escaped the backyard, which had NEVER happened before. After intentionally running across Hayden Road TWICE, desperately trying to catch cars, he casually stopped to mark a tree where he was caught. Nicole and Finn escaped harm with only the love bite he gave her on the way home. HE IS IN CONSTANT FIGHT OR FLIGHT.

This morning, we desperately contacted Partners Dog Training, whom we have used before. They immediately took Finn in for a board and train. THEY ARE THE BEST!

We are lucky enough to have the resources and support from our Cavalier Community to provide Finn with the intense training he needs. Without a doubt, he would end up on the euthanasia list if he were at a shelter. His board and train program cost is $6,279, and it’s our only option now. It’s unsafe for him to be at home now, and we desperately want to get him the training he needs to live a fantastic life. 🙏💙

Cavalier Rescue Foundation is an all volunteer, non-profit, 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

11/09/2024

Adoption Pending!
Here we go again … 😐
This will be the third time we have posted Blanca for adoption. Unfortunately, she has been returned twice, to no fault of her own. She is a rescue dog from a puppy mill. 99% of our dogs come from puppy mills or large-scale breeding facilities. Some adapt and recover quickly to living in a home as a pet, while others take time and lots of it. Puppy mill dogs are NOT your typical rescues, as many of you who have fostered or adopted know very well.

Meet Blanca 🎀
🐾 Cavapoo
🐾 One year old 10/25/2023
🐾 Spayed
🐾 Fully vaccinated & microchipped
🐾 Happily crate trained (her favorite place)
🐾 Fully potty trained and MUST have a dog door

Since she was returned, she has been with me (Nicole 🙋🏻‍♀️). She is your typical dog who lacks socialization with humans, but once she is in your house and feels safe, she is perfect. She has a few behavior issues that will get better with training, like nervous barking (which has gotten much better), being easily spooked, and not liking people in her home she does not know. I have only taken her on a walk once, and it was extremely overwhelming for her, so we decided not to do that again.

Her perfect family looks like this:
- Willing to commit to adopting her and giving her a minimum of 60-90 days to adjust fully. We can work with you on dog training.
- A well-balanced pack of 2+ dogs who are confident and trained.
- You must understand that this is a rescue dog, and she may NEVER be perfect and possibly always be a little different, but you must be willing to accept her regardless.

If you are interested in Blanca, please make sure you have an application on file and email [email protected]. PLEASE ONLY SERIOUS ADOPTERS. This girl deserves a family 🩷

09/30/2024

Meet Carly & Biggie

🎀 Carly
Black & Tan - female
Approx 12 weeks old
Microchipped
Vaccinated (will need boosters)
Spayed 9/30
She came to us as an owner turn-in. She is a typical Cavalier puppy who is great with other animals and children.

👑 Biggie
Black - Cavapoo
Approx 15 weeks
Microchipped
Vaccinated (will need boosters)
Neutered
He came to us as a breeder release. He is excellent with other animals and children.

📝
Please ensure you have a current adoption application on file before making an inquiry. Both puppies are ready to be placed in their forever homes. Please only apply if you are prepared to adopt; your partner knows you applied to adopt a puppy and have proper care if you have a trip or vacation already planned (we can't help, sorry!).

If we receive “perfect puppies,” please note that adoption rates are much higher than for our adults. We fundraise for the older, sicker cavaliers, which are much harder to place. An average mill mom will cost us $1,500 to $3,000 to treat the years of neglect. Senior to adult Cavaliers adoption fees are $650-$1,200, and our puppies will vary up to $1,8000.

08/20/2024

Meet Blanca 🎀

🐾 Cavapoo
🐾 10 months old - 10/25/23
🐾 Spayed
🐾 Fully vaccinated & microchipped

🚨MUST have 1+ other active and playful dog.
🚨 Would do best in a home with previous rescue experience OR someone willing to put in the time and work with her. She will take time to open up and trust humans.
🚨 Fully potty trained WITH access to doggy door.

Blanca does great with other animals but is timid of humans she does not know. She will warm up to you, especially on the couch, when looking for cuddles. She is our typical timid puppy mill dog. Unfortunately, Blanca will need more time to learn to trust people.

If you are interested in meeting Blanca and have a current application on file, DM us, or please fill out an application + application fee and indicate Blanca on your application.

08/07/2024

Wiggles 🎀

Born 5/2/2016 - 8 years old
Retired puppy mill mom
Heart murmur - no medication required yet
Updated on all her shots and exam today

Meet Mrs. Wiggles! Named for her constant tail-wagging butt shakes 🍑! This sweet lady is very timid and has been through a lot. She is your typical puppy mill rescue. She enjoys a calm environment with other confident dogs. She would do best in a home without small children or crazy loud teenagers. She loves everyone, including cats and other dogs. She is kennel trained, dog door trained, and potty trained but will need reminders to go out because she gets nervous.

If you are interested in Wiggles please have a current application on file BEFORE reaching out. Then DM us or email [email protected].

*She has already been established with Dr. Paige for cardiology at Midwestern. She will need yearly echos, as she has typical Cavalier heart issues.

06/04/2024

Adoption Pending
Meet Piper 🎀
🐾 2/8/22
🐾 Black & Tan - AKC
🐾 Fully potty trained
🐾 Fully vaccinated, spayed & microchipped
📍 Phoenix, Arizona

Piper came to us as an owner surrender. She was loved and cared for but was struggling with young children in the home as she has a little bit of anxiety. She does tend to bark due to her anxiety; sudden changes keep her on guard (loud noises, coming and going). She would do best as an only dog with an active family who can walk and take her for car rides daily.

Piper will be seen by our vet tomorrow and given the stamp of approval for her adoption. She came with her vet records, so we don’t foresee any changes.

If you are interested in adopting Piper or want more information on any Cavalier we post, you MUST have a current application on file before we will respond. We are an all-volunteer organization and must ensure you meet the specific criteria for each dog we post. Please email [email protected]

05/14/2024

Hello to all our IG family! Please read if you’re considering adopting from us.

As you may have noticed, we have received many puppies and mill moms over the past few months. These puppies are coming to us through breeder releases, relationships we have created not by choice but by a NEED to keep these Cavaliers out of auctions and be used to breed unhealthy genetics. Often, these puppies cannot be health guaranteed because of an overbite, underbite, umbilical hernia, dry eye, and heart conditions and should NEVER BE BREED. Sometimes, it’s as simple as the breeder has too many and can’t sell them, and we can provide a safe place, ensuring these puppies are spayed, neutered, and going to loving homes.

We are two single working moms who run this foundation. We are an all-volunteer 501c3, meaning every penny from donations and adoption fees goes directly back to saving these dogs. We do our best to respond to all emails and messages, but it’s impossible.

If you are interested in adopting a dog or want more information on a Cavalier we post, you MUST have a current application on file. PLEASE READ THE DOG’S SPECIFIC NEEDS ON THE THE POST. In the future, we will post an available dog on Instagram and operate on a first-come, first-served basis if you meet the dog’s needs/requirements. We pick the family for the dog; we don’t pick the dog for the family. Puppy mill rescues are unique; they are traumatized and full of parasites, and most of the time, they need to be placed with other dogs as that’s the ONLY life they have ever known. Each one of these dogs has SPECIFIC needs.

If we receive “perfect puppies,” please note that adoption rates are much higher than our adults. We fundraise for the older, sicker cavaliers that are much harder to place. An average mill mom will cost us $1,500 to $3,000 to treat the years of neglect. Senior to adult Cavaliers adoption fees are $650-$950, and our puppies will vary up to $1,8000.

A HUGE THANK YOU to our foster families. Without our fosters, who have all become friends, we could not continue to save these Cavaliers! You never know exactly what we’re getting you into, but your support keeps this rescuing going!❤️

02/02/2024

Dog meet & greet to celebrate Denni Metzger
Sunday, March 10th at 11 am.
Location: Horizon dog park
15444 N 100th St, Scottsdale

Please text if you have any questions.
719-650-5174 Christina

Look forward to meeting new Cavalier friends & sharing stories about our pups & Denni.

02/01/2024

🆘 Looking for immediate foster in the Phoenix area or foster to adopt. Please help us find these two a home! If you are able to help foster immediately please email [email protected]

Meet Cupcake and Sugar!

This bonded pair came to us after their mom recently passed away. They were her entire world, and she loved these two more than anything.

🐶 Sugar - Male
🐾 12/17/12 - 11 yrs old
🐾 32 pounds and needs to lose some weight
🐾 One eye, but that doesn’t slow him down
🐾 Potty trained and leash trained
🚨 Has dry eye in his remaining eye and needs daily drops
🐾 Has a black back leg and tail - his mom it was an ink stain 😂

🐶 Cupcake 🧁- Female
🐾 5/18/14 - 9 yrs old
🐾 15 pounds
🐾 Potty trained and leash trained
🐾 She will see our vet for some recent issues dental and neuro issues but doing great. We will cover all costs associated with this.

Sugar and Cupcake MUST be adopted together. They are both very active, love walks and are great with all other animals. NO heart murmur or patella issues. These two are instant dogs, and they would love any home full of love and lots of cuddles.

If you are interested in adopting please fill out an adoption application or if you already have one on file please email [email protected]

01/10/2024

Meet Cupcake and Sugar!

This bonded pair came to us after their mom recently passed away. They were her entire world, and she loved these two more than anything.

🐶 Sugar - Male
🐾 12/17/12 - 11 yrs old
🐾 32 pounds and needs to lose some weight
🐾 One eye, but that doesn’t slow him down
🐾 Potty trained and leash trained
🚨 Has dry eye in his remaining eye and needs daily drops
🐾 Had a black back leg and tail - his mom it was an ink stain 😂

🐶 Cupcake 🧁- Female
🐾 5/18/14 - 9 yrs old
🐾 15 pounds
🐾 Potty trained and leash trained

Sugar and Cupcake MUST be adopted together. They are both very active, love walks and are great with all other animals. NO heart murmur or patella issues. These two are instant dogs, and they would love any home full of love and lots of cuddles.

01/06/2024

Meet Blossom and Poppy, our mother-and-daughter Cavapoo duo.

Blossom - Mom (white & brown)
11/16/19
Spayed
Fully vaccinated + microchipped
No health concerns

Poppy - daughter
10/1/23
Vaccines up to date for her puppy schedule
Microchipped

Blossom came to us with her three sisters early this past fall. We found out Blossom was pregnant in addition to one of her sisters. Needless to say, we have had a hectic holiday season. Blossom had two puppies but developed a very special bond with Poppy.

We would like to adopt this mother and daughter together to a home with only one other small breed dog in the house or no other dogs. Blossom and Poppy are very playful and have great personalities. Both are doing great with potty training.

If you are interested in this pair please fill out an adoption application + an application donation of $25.

11/28/2023

It’s Giving Tuesday! We don't always get the chance to post on social media or respond to every email or comment, but that doesn't mean there isn't always something going on. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit run by two single working mothers, we dedicate our time and energy to this foundation daily. Our organization is 100% volunteers, and every penny donated goes directly to help our Cavaliers and other at-risk dogs. We care very deeply for these dogs, and we know our supporters do as well. We couldn't do it without you, and we want everyone to know how much we appreciate each and every one of you.

Saving Cavaliers Since 2011

11/10/2023

09/25/2023

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our sweet Chelsea. 💔

This afternoon, Chelsea’s health took an unexpected turn, and we could no longer allow her to suffer. Thank you for the kind words, helpful suggestions, and donations. When we founded this rescue in 2011, it was to save as many Cavaliers as possible from puppy mills and large scale breeding facilities. Even though Chelsea was only with us for a short time, she experienced what it was like to be a part of a family, sleep in a warm bed, and even go on walks!

Our hearts are broken, but we know our sweet girl was given the very best chance and experienced love every second with us.

“If the kindest souls were rewarded with the longest lives, dogs would outlive us all.”

09/19/2023

We first introduced you to Chelsea in early July. This sweet Cavalier came to us as a breeder release. After five years of producing puppies for pet store/online sales, we were excited to give her a second chance at life. Often, the reason for a breeder to release dogs to us is unknown but usually stems from health issues, aging out of their program, or not producing consistent litters.

After Chelsea's spay and dental cleaning, we noticed she drank heavily and was constantly hungry. We went through a long list of tests to find out she had diabetes. Diabetes is not something we have ever seen in our Cavaliers. After spending nearly $2,000 on her initial medical treatments, including insulin and pump, we thought we were heading in the right direction. We also found a fabulous foster with another diabetic dog and experience with monitoring blood sugar levels and giving insulin injections. We had very high hopes Chelsea was on her way to finding her forever home.

Shortly after starting Chelsea on insulin, she had episodes of hypoglycemia (blood sugar that is too low), the opposite problem we started with. This caused Chealsea to have major seizing episodes, and her foster Mom rushed her to the vet in critical condition. After doing everything we could to save this sweet girl, we received a $3,000 emergency vet bill. With the advice of our veterinary team, we decided to forgo even the smallest insulin dose because it would inconsistently send her blood sugar dangerously low. Chelsea has continued to baffle multiple veterinarians and has exhausted all options with our regular care team. The only option left for us was to get her seen by an Internal Veterinary specialist.

As we impatiently wait for this appointment, Chelsea's health has declined. If you know anything about diabetes, we are chasing a moving target with other unknown complications, causing her levels to be unpredictable.

Unfortunately, Chelsea returned to the emergency vet this weekend, and we weren't sure if she would make it through the night. We had tough conversations about what we should do, could afford to do, but, most importantly, what was best for Chelsea.

Today, Chelsea was back with our vets, receiving an ultrasound and more bloodwork to expedite her treatment plan with the Internal veterinary specialist. This is the tip of the iceberg in trying to solve the problem, but it helps us get closer and keep this sweet dog alive. We want to save this sweet girl's life and give her a chance, but we need help. Currently, Chelsea's vet bills are over $5,000 and climbing. We want to keep fighting for her as long as she's not suffering. She still has so much life to live; her tail doesn't stop wagging.

09/06/2023

Adopted
Meet Pumpkin 🎃
🐾 10 years old

Pumpkin came to us today as an owner surrender. She has outlived TWO owners and has lived with her third owner, a family friend, for the last six months. Realizing the difficulties of working long hours, her current owner decided it was best that the CRF find Pumpkin a FOREVER home where she was not alone all day. We applaud her for stepping up so Pumpkin didn’t end up in a shelter.

We usually don’t post a dog so quickly, but we need to get Pumpkin placed in a foster-to-adopt situation ASAP. She is desperate to attach and follow anyone. She will be seen at our vet tomorrow, updated on all her shots, and scheduled for a dental cleaning. We know little about her history other than she struggles with potty training due to having two elderly owners and living with one in assisted living. Being a Cavalier, a superior breed 👑, we have no doubt she will catch on quickly with a devoted family.

We will post a health update ASAP, but we expect all the typical Cavalier issues, if any. If you are seriously interested in Pumpkin, please have a current application on file and email [email protected].

Our only goal is to get this sweet gal placed with some stability and love ❤️ 🐾

08/17/2023

Happy Adoption Day Jerry!! Jerry is headed home to California!

07/17/2023

Meet Chelsea 🐶
🐾 1/28/18
🐾 Fully vaccinated, microchipped, spayed, dental (six extractions), and heartworm negative
⚠️ Diabetic

Chelsea came to us as a breeder release. She likely spent her entire life having puppies and had multiple c-section scars. This sweet girl is the textbook, Cavalier. She is excellent with children, dogs, and cats. She is crate trained and even uses a doggy door. She would prefer to be on your lap, in bed, or under your feet.

After a few weeks in her foster home, her amazing foster mom knew something wasn’t right. We thought she had a possible UTI, we discovered she has diabetes. Our first Cavalier in eleven years!

We are looking for an adopter willing and able to provide Chelsea full-time care with her insulin pump, pump patch, and daily insulin injections. You must be comfortable with needles and tech-savvy, as her pump connects to your phone via an app.

If you feel Chelsea would be a good fit for your home, please complete an adoption application on our website.

If you have previous experience with canine diabetes and are willing to foster please email [email protected].