http://www.cavalierrescuefoundation.com/

Cavalier Rescue Foundation of Arizona, Scottsdale, AZ (2025)

12/23/2024

🎗️On December 3rd, we posted two rescued puppy mill moms on our stories: one Tricolor and one Blenheim. We quickly noticed a large mass on the ni**le of the Blenheim, who we call Charlie 🎀. We assumed it was related to recently having puppies and nothing serious. Unfortunately, we were wrong. At the advice of the incredible vets , we had the mass removed and sent out for a biopsy.

Charlie has a Grade 3 mammary adenocarcinoma, a highly aggressive form of mammary cancer. The good news is it had “clean margins,” and it was all removed 🤞🏽. With this type of cancer, there is a 58% chance of reoccurrence. To reduce the 58% to much lower, we have decided to give her a radical doggy mastectomy. This will be done in two separate surgeries by removing all the mammary glands and lymph nodes on one side, and then two weeks later, she will go back and have the other side removed.

We hope after this minor setback, she will go on to live a cancer-free life in her forever home. Until then, she will be safe and sound with her incredible foster mom and dad!

‼️Mammary cancer: Spaying a female dog before her first heat cycle reduces her risk of developing mammary tumors by about 95%.

12/03/2024

It's Giving Tuesday!

In 2024, we rescued and rehomed 72 Cavaliers, Cavapoos, Cavalier Mixes, and a few others. This year, we have spent $29,152.02 on basic veterinary care (5 more dogs at the vet this week), over $10,000 on transportation from the Midwest breeding systems, and thousands more on prescription food, medication, and specialty care (cardiologists, eye clinics and training).

Our organization is 100% volunteer, and EVERY PENNY donated goes directly to help our Cavaliers, Cavapoos, and other at-risk dogs. Not a single person is on salary or compensated. Something we are very proud of!

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit run by two single working mothers, we dedicate our time and energy to this foundation. 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. (If we don’t answer, keep bugging us 🙋🏻‍♀️)

Our gratitude runs deep for YOU, our Instagram and Facebook family. You constantly show up, share posts, tag friends, and help us when needed. You are a valuable part of our rescue organization, and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts! ❤️🙏

A HUGE THANK YOU to our network of foster families who let us drop off a dog anytime and in any condition; we couldn’t do it without you.

With Love, Nicole & Erin
Saving Cavaliers Since 2011

11/20/2024

Finn 👑

🐾 2 years old - 8/31/22
🐾 Neutered, fully vaccinated and microchipped
🐾 Kennel trained and potty trained
🐾 Needs a VERY ACTIVE family - running, hiking, daily walks
📍Scottsdale Area
🐾 No restrictions with other dogs, but would do better in a calm home without young children

Finn is currently enrolled in the board and train for behavioral issues. You can read about it in our previous posts.

Finn has made incredible progress in just eight days and is thriving. We have started the process of looking for his forever home. We are looking for a family who will continue his training here in Scottsdale, has experience with dogs with strong personalities, or is willing to learn.

🐾 Must pick him up from Partners on 12/3 and transition him directly into your home. The Partners team and our rescue team will work with you to set you up for success.
🐾 Must complete 8 group training sessions and drop off for 16 day play group/camp for socialization—no additional cost.
🐾 Must be willing to financially commit to more training beyond what the rescue has provided, if necessary.

If you are interested in Finn, please fill out an application on our website + application fee. If you have a current application on file, please DM us or email [email protected]

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

Adopted!!!! ❤️
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.

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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.

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