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top of logo Wishing you the love of a Cavalier Cavalier Rescue of Florida is an all-volunteer, nonprofit 501(c)(3) rescue, organized to benefit Cavalier King Charles Spaniels in need. For 24 years now, Cavalier Rescue of Florida, Inc. (CRF), has saved hundreds of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, placing them in loving homes. Look around and find out what we do , how you can help or if we can help you. And of course, meet our wonderful Cavaliers. Adoptable Dogs We primarily adopt to Florida residents but will consider applications that are the right match and willing to travel to Florida to pick up the dog. Please read "What it Takes to Adopt" and our Adoption FAQ section for information on applying to adopt a furever friend. Click here for our adoption application or contact us at Adoptions@CavRescueFL.org with questions. Beckett Newly Arrived! Ryan Adoptable Kali Adoptable Andy Adoptable Holly Not Ready for Adoption Douglas Not Ready for Adoption Landon Not Ready for Adoption Candie Not Ready for Adoption Kylie & Keegan Adoption Pending Emerald Adoption Pending Jasper Hart's Hope Elle Adopted! Onyx Adopted! Perry Adopted! Asher Adopted! Hallie & Tate Adopted! Diamond Adopted! Ruby Adopted! Gabriel Adopted! Jade Adopted! Show More Our Pups in Rehab They're almost ready! CRF cares deeply for our rescue dogs and throughout their vetting, some pups require extensive specialty treatments such as laser therapy, acupuncture and hydrotherapy. We do all this before they head home to their fur-ever families. ‘You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference. You just have to decide what kind of difference you want to make’. --Jane Goodall And you will save a life, even many lives, by giving to the cavaliers of Cavalier Rescue of Florida. Up

< back to home Beckett Adopt Me! Riverview Introducing beautiful Beckett ! Beckett was examined by Dr. Jonathan Rubinstein at Care Animal Hospital in Brandon . Beckett is a five-year-old neutered Ruby male who weighs 14.8 pounds. Beckett does have some dermatitis on his tail near his anus that is being treated with antibiotics. He likely has flea dermatitis and is also being treated with special shampoo and getting preventatives. Titers were drawn for distemper and parvo. Beckett will receive a rabies vaccination as soon as his lab work results are received. This handsome boy 👑 is not available for adoption just yet as we get him settled into rescue and understand his needs. Let's send him a lot of love! Welcome sweet Beckett ! xo previous next

< back to home Elle Adopt Me St, Petersburg Meet sweet Elle , an easy-going and happy tri-color girl. Elle is a proud member of the Belly Rub club! She loves her humans and snuggling in bed with her blanket. Though a good sleeper, she may serenade you with her melodic song (a.k.a. snoring ❤️ ). Elle is settling into her new surroundings well. She likes her foster sister and follows her around. However, since Elle is deaf, she is a bit insecure and needs to know where her humans are. She does not like being left alone and will bark if you go to another part of the house without her. Adorable Elle is a foodie extraordinaire. She will attempt to eat anything on the floor. You may never need to sweep again! However, a watchful eye is needed to make sure she doesn’t get something she shouldn’t, especially around small children. Though mostly laid-back, Elle has spurts of energy and enjoys her walks. She even finds the sight of her leash soothing, even if she isn’t going anywhere. Elle is housebroken. What a wonderful addition she will make! 🐶 Age: Just about 5 years old. D.O.B. Jan 2, 2020. 👍🏻 Weight: 25 lbs. Needs to lose a few pounds. 🐾 Circumstances: Owner surrender ❤️ Health: Elle has been vetted and is in general good health. She has bladder stones and has started a prescription diet. CRF microchips all rescues. 🏡 Forever Home Requirements ✔️ A household where someone is home most of the time. ✔️ Patience and understanding of the unique needs of a deaf dog. ✔️ Willingness to maintain a routine that includes a healthy diet and daily exercise. ✔️ Dedication to any medical needs needed. 💸 Adoption Donation: $TBD If you believe you, your home and lifestyle offer Elle the things she needs, please complete an adoption application. If you would like to know more or have completed an adoption application in the past six months, please email us with “Elle” in the subject line to: adoptions@cavrescuefl.org . 🚩 If you do not check ALL of the above requirements, your application will not pass the screening process for consideration. We do not compromise on these requirements as we feel they are essential to a successful adoption. Look for their pup-dates and details on our social media pages. xo previous next

< back to home Hallie & Tate Donate Adopted! What a beautiful bonded pair of Blenheims are Hallie and Tate . You can just see the love for each other. Spry little guy Tate, A.K.A. Tater-Tot, is super sweet. He loves being around humans and gets along well with other dogs. Tate is very adaptable. He’s willing to sleep all cozied up in his crate or in a bed. And if you look close enough you will see his tongue sticking out a bit. Too cute. He’s effortlessly adorable! Cute-as-can-be Blenheim Hallie is very playful. She loves to roll around on the floor with all her toys in her mouth or paws--very entertaining to watch! Hallie is very adaptable; she sleeps in her crate or in a bed and does well on walks. She gets along with her foster siblings but can be a bit jealous as she wants to be the first in line for everything. Housebreaking is going well. Developing a schedule will be helpful. Hallie knows a few basic commands. Don’t let his age fool you, Tate is energetic and enjoys playing with his foster siblings. He likes walks and is housebroken. Even knows a few basic commands. What’s not to love about this beautiful Blenheim? And if it’s even possible, Tate’s touch of gray just makes him even more charming. Though he may have a few years under his belt, Tate would be a wonderful addition to just about any family. And just look at Hallie ’s face – she is just so adorable. And that ❤️- shaped nose, well it’s just hard to resist. Will you be the one to fall in love and give Hallie and Tate her fur-ever home? 🐶 Age: Tate , 11 years young! Hallie, 5 years 👍🏻 Weight: Tate , 17 lbs. Hallie, 18 lbs. 🐾 Circumstances: Owner surrender ❤️ Health: Tate has been vetted and is in good health for his age. He does have a 4/6 heart murmur. Hallie has been vetted and is in good general health. She does have periodontal disease. CRF microchips all rescues. 🏡 Forever Home Requirements: ✔️A household where someone is home most of the time. ✔️A friendly similar sized companion dog would be beneficial. ✔️ A fenced yard preferred. ✔️ Commitment to continued medical care as needed. ✔️ Lots of toys! 💸 Adoption Donation: $1050 for the pair If you believe you, your home and lifestyle offer Hallie and Tate the things they need, please complete an adoption application. If you would like to know more or have completed an adoption application in the past six months, please email us with “Hallie & Tate” in the subject line to: adoptions@cavrescuefl.org . 🚩 If you do not check ALL of the above requirements, your application will not pass the screening process for consideration. We do not compromise on these requirements as we feel they are essential to a successful adoption. Look for their pup-dates and details on our social media pages. xo previous next

CRF FAQs Joy of Seniors Tributes Contact Us About Us Cavalier Rescue of Florida is an all-volunteer, nonprofit 501(c)(3) rescue, organized to benefit Cavalier King Charles Spaniels in need. For 24 years now, Cavalier Rescue of Florida, Inc. (CRF), has saved hundreds of Cavaliers, placing them in loving homes. Being all-volunteer allows us to utilize 91 cents of every dollar towards the medical care of the dogs. Our volunteers provide shelter, food and transportation for the pups at their own expense. It all makes CRF incredibly effective and nearly unmatched as a rescue organization. Meet Our Team Meet our incredible and passionate team members who help Cavalier Rescue of Florida make a difference in the world of people and dogs. Tracy Baker Chief Pup Officer Executive Director / President of the Board Tracy started as a volunteer, fostering dozens of cavaliers over nine years, and is now Executive Director/President. She works hand-in-hand with our all-volunteer team covering Florida, who jump in at a moment’s notice to rescue Cavies, transport them to medical care, provide foster rehabilitation and most of all, ushering them to safety and love. CRF has thrived under Tracy’s watchful eye. There are more thorough background checks; greater medical care and rehabilitation; more effective communication through social media, website, email campaigns; and, very earnest fundraising efforts. Her greatest reward is seeing the transformation of our Cavaliers from intake to their fur-ever homes. Safe and welcomed with love, the pups grow into happier and healthier dogs. “Nothing is perfect, but we lovingly treat all the pups as if they are own, safety is key,” says Baker. Charlene Gibson Adoptions Placement C oordinator/ Vice President Charlene and her husband, Jim, rescued their first Cavalier-mix, “Fergus Finn” from a high-kill shelter in Tampa, and her second Cavie, Clancy O’Doul was adopted from Cavalier Rescue of Florida. With CRF since 2015, Charlene started as a dedicated volunteer performing home visits, and ultimately Charlene was tasked as the Adoption Placement Coordinator (aka “dream maker”) overseeing all the pups finding their forever homes. In 2018, Charlene was named Vice President of Cavalier Rescue of Florida, also retaining her role as Adoption Placement Coordinator. She and her husband are paw-rents to Hannah Love, Fergus Finn, Sophia Loren and she is pictured here with Stella Annie Gibson, an adorable CRF alumni. Adoption Application Linda Blumenhagen Intake Coordinator / Secretary Linda has been part of Cavalier Rescue of Florida for 15 years, beginning as a foster parent and now as the Intake Coordinator. Linda organizes the logistics for all pups arriving to Rescue from rehomed situations, breeders, hoarding, or otherwise; she is the first step in setting them on their way to happier and healthier futures. Linda has lovingly welcomed more than 30 rescue pups into her home and finds that her foster care is the most rewarding and fulfilling volunteer work. Presently, Linda has a senior Tri-color, Black and Tan /English Toy Spaniel and newly adopted Black and Tan, Reba as part of her family. She also serves as Secretary on the Board of Directors for CRF. To surrender a Cavalier, contact our Intake Coordinator at surrender@cavrescuefl.org or please call or text 1-386-237-8440 for more details. Email Linda Eileen Campbell Foster Coordinator / Treasurer For over 25 years, Eileen has been volunteering as a foster to non-breed specific rescues pups for the local shelter. In 2007, she and her husband fell in love with the Cavalier breed and adopted their first Blenheim, beautiful Bella. They discovered Cavalier Rescue of Florida in 2017 and jumped right in to help cavaliers in need and now volunteer as fosters, caring for and rehabilitating newly rescued cavaliers. As Eileen's commitment grew over time, she was elevated to Foster Coordinator overseeing all foster families and programming, a very rewarding and heartfelt endeavor. In 2022, Eileen accepted the duties of handling CRF’s finances as Treasurer and became a Board Member. She is pictured here with her first and forever Cavalier lovey , Bella. Email Eileen Shelley Renaud Placement Team / Board Member Shelley fell in love with Cavaliers after the adoption of her first pup, Melody in 2009. Melody was an 11-year old puppy mill momma who had multiple litters of puppies before she was relinquished to Lucky Star Cavalier Rescue; that fateful surrender saved this pup’s life. In 2013, Shelly learned about CRF and volunteered to foster newly rescued pups. Hailey was her first foster, a terrified puppy mill survivor, who thrived under Shelley’s care--Hailey was a foster failure! Now age ten, Hailey never leaves Shelley's side. Shelley volunteers in a variety of roles for CRF: a dedicated foster and is part of the passionate Placement Team securing fur-ever homes for these sweet pups. She lives in Central Florida with her partner, Ann, and her rescue pups Hailey, Jagger, Kasey and Benji. Adoption Application Christine DiRocco Newsletter Editor / Communications Christine’s passion is sharing the personalities, progress and pup-dates of these sweet cavaliers and their adventures. Since 2020, she has volunteered as the enthusiastic newsletter editor sharing all the stories and cavalier love in our entertaining quarterly newsletter. As a 20-year public relations and communications professional, Christine additionally handles our communication efforts and creative projects: social media, "Dog with a Blog," email campaigns, photography, website content and the annual calendar. In 2018, Christine adopted her sweet Ivy, a former puppy mill momma and CRF alumna, saved with the My Ticket Home fund. In 2024, Cinnamon from the Bakers' Dozen rescue was adopted and together with their Blenheim-sibling Mia, they make regular guest appearances in the newsletter and more! For newsletter ideas, social media posts and photo submissions, please email socialmedia@cavrescuefl.com. CRF will try to include your ideas and suggestions in our communications about your cutie-pie cavaliers. To receive the newsletter, please subscribe below. Sign Up For Newsletter 1/6 "Alone we can do so little. Together we can do so much" - Helen Keller Up Up

< back to home Andy Adopt Me! Clearwater Introducing adorable Andy ! This freckle faced Blenheim is a confirmed love bug. Beep Beep! Herbie look out! Andy is described as social and easy going. He loves to run and play and does well with other dogs. Cats are unknown. Being a youngster, Andy is working on housebreaking. He is smart and quickly learning commands. He walks well on a leash. Andy prefers to sleep in his crate in the bedroom. Cavaliers love being close to their humans. Andy is truly a special boy and will be a great addition to any family. His feathered ears and soft coat are hard to resist. Are you the one Andy has been waiting for? 🐶 Age : 2.5 years 👍🏻 Weight: 14 lbs. Goal weight 16. 🐾 Circumstances: Shelter rescue ️ ❤️ Health: Andy has been vetted. A lipid deposit in his eye and will be checked by an ophthalmologist. CRF microchips all rescues. This cutie is not available for adoption yet, our priority is his health and wellness. Please check back for pup-dates. Thank you for your support! 🏡 Forever Home Requirements: ✔️An active family for this energetic pup. ✔️A fenced yard to provide a safe play area. ✔️A friendly similar sized companion dog to play with. ✔️Invitation to sleep in the Big Bed. ✔️Commitment to continued training. 💸 Adoption Donation: $950 🚩I f you believe you, your home and lifestyle offer Andy the things he needs, please complete an adoption application. If you would like to know more or have completed an adoption application in the past six months, please email us with “Andy” in the subject line to: adoptions@cavrescuefl.org . If you do not check ALL of the above requirements, your application will not pass the screening process for consideration. We do not compromise on these requirements as we feel they are essential to a successful adoption. Look for their pup-dates and details on our social media pages. xo previous next

< back to home Morgan Donate Adopted! Meet Morgan , he's an adorable little snuggle bug who only weighs seven pounds. We think he’s the Travel Size Cavalier! All Morgan wants is a spot on your lap (or a puppy sling over your shoulder) and lots of love. We don't know much about his history, but he rarely barks, loves easily, and will likely be your little shadow who just wants to be with his human. We don't know how Morgan feels about sharing the spotlight since he is the only child in his foster family. He’s one of three Cavalier mixes in pretty rough shape that appeared as an immediate in-need situation. Yeah, we caved. Some say these curly locked cuties are Cavapoos, but we’ve got some that think differently. No matter, we’ll take care of him. He's only been with his foster family for a short time, but they are very happy with the progress he's made adjusting to his new life of love. He's doing well with his crate training and learning to walk on a harness and leash. When his foster parents are out of the room or have to leave him for short periods of time, he's happy in his little playpen. When they are away for longer periods of time he stays in his crate. Morgan is absolutely adorable and would love nothing more than to fall asleep in your arms while you give him a belly rub. And if you like them smaller in your lap, he’s your boy! 🐶 Age: Morgan is 20 months old. 👍🏻 Weight: 7.5 lbs. 🐾 Circumstances: Breeder surrender. 🐕 Temperament: A born-again velcro pup! ❤️ Health: Sweet pup Morgan is a 20-month-old, intact male weighing a tiny 7.5 pounds and could gain 1-2 pounds. Treatment for fleas, ear infections and deworming was completed; heartworm test is negative; and blood chemistry is normal. Arriving with no medical records he will need distemper and parvo titers and rabies vaccination. Morgan will have a dental cleaning and neuter surgery after his anemia has resolved. CRF microchips all rescues. 🏡 Forever Home Requirements: ✔️ Preferably an at-home adult most of the day in a quiet home. ✔️ Fenced yard for roaming and playtime required. ✔️ Commitment to daily walks/exercise to help maintain her health. ✔️ A commitment to continued training. 💸 Adoption Donation: $900 If you believe you, your home and lifestyle offer Morgan everything he needs, please complete an adoption application. If you would like to know more or have completed an adoption application in the past six months, please email us with “Morgan” in the subject line to: adoptions@cavrescuefl.org . 🚩 If you do not check ALL of the above requirements, your application will not pass the screening process for consideration. We do not compromise on these requirements as we feel they are essential to a successful adoption. previous next

< back to home Whitney Donate Adopted! Welcome to Whitney ! At 20-months-old, Beautiful Whitney is a spayed female who was examined by Dr. Amber Parks at Main Street Animal Hospital in Dunedin. Whitney weighs 17.7 pounds, her eyes, ears, teeth, heart, and musculoskeletal exam are all normal. Yay! Labs and titers for distemper and parvo are pending. Whitney will need a rabies vaccination. Awe, sweet Whitney , we know her life got so much better just by being with us. 💸 Adoption Donation: $1100 Follow our social media pages for more pupdates! previous next

< back to home Felicity Donate! Adopted! Welcome Felicity, a loving lapdog who is full of wonderful surprises. First off, no one can believe this spry tri-colored girl is nine. Don’t call her a senior! Secondly, she has grey ears! Yes, grey ears that add to her overall charm. Check them out! Too cute for words. Felicity is adapting well to her new environment. She has a wonderful temperament and gets along with her foster brother as well as other dogs. She is learning basic commands like sit, stay and potty. Being food motivated, training shouldn’t be too hard to continue. Felicity sleeps through the night and is not too particular about sleeping arrangements: your bed, her bed or a crate all work. Beyond enjoying her walks, one of Felicity’ s favorite pastimes is sitting in the backyard and gazing at butterflies, bugs and dragonflies. A nature lover! And to keep cool after all that outdoor activity Felicity likes to crunch on ice cubes. Doggie popsicles anyone? 🐶 Age: A 9-year-old with a spring in her step. 👍🏻 Weight: 14 lbs., but needs to gain some weight. 🐾 Circumstances: Owner surrender. ❤️ Health: Felicity has been fully vetted. S he is mildly anemic likely due to poor nutrition/diet and chronic dental disease– she requires a dental. Medication was started for an ear infection; she has a grade 1/6 heart murmur; her right eye has a possible old corneal scar and will be evaluated by ophthalmology. Titers are pending and she will need a rabies vaccination. CRF microchips all rescues. This cutie is not available for adoption yet, our priority is his health and wellness. Please check back for pup-dates. Thank you for your support! 🏡 Forever Home Requirements: ✔️ A home with someone around most of the time. ✔️ Fenced yard preferred. This gal loves to roam, explore and gaze. ✔️ Willingness to provide additional training. ✔️ Commitment to provide additional health care as needed for a senior. 💸 Adoption Donation: $550 If you believe you, your home and lifestyle offer Felicity the things she needs, please complete an adoption application. If you would like to know more or have completed an adoption application in the past six months, please email us with “ Felicity ” in the subject line to: adoptions@cavrescuefl.org . 🚩 If you do not check ALL of the above requirements, your application will not pass the screening process for consideration. We do not compromise on these requirements as we feel they are essential to a successful adoption with Felicity . Look for their pup-dates and details on our social media pages. xo previous next

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About Cavalier Rescue of Florida Cavalier Rescue of Florida is an all-volunteer, nonprofit 501(c)(3) rescue, organized to benefit Cavalier King Charles Spaniels in need. First as Mid-Florida Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Club Rescue (MFCKCSC Rescue), and now as Cavalier Rescue of Florida, Inc. (CRF) we have been saving Cavaliers since 2000, placing hundreds of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. Learn more about what we do, our mission, where our dogs come from and if a cavalier rescue is right for you. 675 Dogs Helped 115 Volunteers 22 30 225,000 Number of Miles Traveled to help Cavaliers In Need Mission Cavalier Rescue of Florida, Inc. Established in 2000, (CRF) is an all-volunteer, nonprofit 501(c)3 rescue, established to benefit Cavalier King Charles Spaniels in need. We are dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, reuniting, and re-homing of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels as well as education focused on Cavalier health, responsible dog ownership, reputable breeders and puppy mill awareness. CRF also serves as a resource to other rescue groups and private rescuers who are working to save Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. One of our main goals is to combine efforts with other Cavalier rescue groups to provide a stronghold of volunteers and foster homes throughout the state to ensure that all small towns and shelters will have someone to call when a Cavalier is in need. Through the dedication of our cavalier-loving fosters, Cavalier Rescue of Florida, Inc. will provide love, shelter, food, human companionship, medical care and spay/neuter services for Cavaliers until a permanent placement in a pre-screened, suitable, permanent home is found that best suit the needs of the dog. We do not accept euthanasia as a means of population control for animals and believe each Cavalier's life is meaningful and each deserves a loving home. Cavalier Rescue of Florida, Inc. wishes to eliminate the euthanasia of any healthy, adoptable Cavalier. We take responsibility for each Cavalier rescued and placed through Florida Cavalier Rescue, Inc. for the rest of the dog's natural life. At the heart of rescue, is a passion for saving and helping another in need. Although, CRF is a breed specific group, if it is determined, after a dog has been accepted into rescue, that she is not a purebred Cavalier, CRF will provide for the dog in the same manner as any purebred Cavalier. With the help of our dedicated volunteers and our wonderful adoptive families, we have placed over 500 Cavaliers in their forever homes. Donate What We Do Our foster families have Cavaliers of their own, and love and understand the breed.; our foster parents learn and evaluate their behavior and habits. Are they good with kids? Do they like long walks or ball play? House trained? Crate trained? Cuddle bug, licker or reserved? Several partner veterinarians medically evaluate and treat the dogs including: vaccines, conditions treated, teeth cleaned, microchipping, and spaying or neutering. We also include nails and grooming. Then it becomes our task to find the right forever home for each dog. We do adoptions based on best match. We take into consideration dogs that may be of interest to you, but we assess the dogs needs and requirements at minimum, and match to an applicants' home, lifestyle, etc. Careful screening is done which includes personal references, vet references, an interview, and a home visit. All cavaliers are placed in homes that best suit the needs of the dog. Since we have fewer dogs than we do applicants, we encourage you to complete our online Adoption Application . You will need to provide personal and vet references as well in the form. Apply Today Is a Cavalier Right For You? The most important thing to do before you decide to adopt, is to familiarize yourself with the breed. Do research! here are options Google, dog shows, books or someone with a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. The breed, especially rescues, can range in weight and size. Not all Cavaliers are small. And we cannot guarantee their genetic history. Cavaliers are extremely people oriented and want nothing more than to give and receive affection and attention. They need to be with their family. Because of this, some people find them to be overly affectionate, so if you are not a person who likes a dog to kiss you on the lips, lick your ear, lie in your lap, next to you on the furniture, or share your bed, a Cavalier may not be the dog for you. Their greatest joy is to be with you. Cavaliers are very social, so we do not like to place them in homes where they would be left alone a lot. Ideally a family member would be home during most of the day, and/or other dogs in the house. As a rule, they get along well with other dogs and also cats. You must keep in mind, however, that they are a small spaniel and most still have fairly strong hunting instincts; so lizards, squirrels, gerbil, hamster or bird, may not be safe. After doing your research, if you still want a Cavalier rescue and you live or will travel to the state of Florida, we would love to help you find the right Cavalier for you. Apply Today 3-3-3 Rule Rescuing a new dog can be rewarding and bring joy to your entire family. Before you adopt shelter dogs , you should understand the 3-3-3 rule. The 3-3-3 rule represents the phases of a rescue dog or common milestones your new dog or puppy will go through 3 days, 3 weeks, 3 months after being adopted. Three days to decompress, three weeks to feel settled, three months to feel at home. Apply Today Where Do Our Dogs Come From? Most of our dogs come from Florida, but we have, in desperate situations, gone as far as West Virginia and Indiana to help Cavaliers in need. Florida shelters: Our volunteers comb the websites of Florida shelters looking for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels which we save from being destroyed. (Yes, people do drop them off at shelters when they do not want a dog anymore.) Many times, strays are also a sad reality.CRF also checks craigslist for Cavaliers who need a new home. Puppy Mills: Sadly, some of our dogs come from puppy mill raids. We are contacted by the agency who does the mill busts to take care of the Cavaliers who have been severely neglected. We have also gotten cavaliers who have been dumped at an auction after living their youthful breeding years in horrible puppy mills. Owner Surrenders: We take in dogs from owners who can no longer care for their Cavaliers because of life changes. Some are moving and are not allowed to have pets. For some, job loss has caused financial chaos. One of the saddest reasons Cavaliers come into rescue is they have an elderly owner who is going into a nursing home or has passed away. Veterinary Offices: Occasionally, we get calls from vets who want us to take in a Cavalier who has been abandoned at his office or dropped off to be euthanized. Breeders: Sometimes breeders will give us their retired Cavaliers to place in loving homes after their breeding years are behind them. Apply Today "We make a life by what we give." - Sir Winston Churchill And you will save a life, even many lives, by giving to the cavaliers of Cavalier Rescue of Florida. Puppy pile! Asher Lillibet Puppy pile! 1/8 Click Here to See Our Current Adoptable Pups Where do our dogs come from? Most of our dogs come from Florida, but we have, in desperate situations, gone as far as West Virginia to help Cavaliers in need. Florida shelters: Our volunteers comb the websites of Florida shelters looking for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels which we save from being destroyed. (Yes, people do drop them off at shelters when they do not want a dog anymore.) Many times, strays are also a sad reality. CRF also checks craigslist for Cavaliers who need a new home. Puppy Mills: Sadly, some of our dogs come from puppy mill raids. We are contacted by the agency who does the mill busts to take care of the Cavaliers who have been severely neglected. We have also gotten cavaliers who have been dumped at an auction after living their youthful breeding years in horrible puppy mills. Owner Surrenders: We take in dogs from owners who can no longer care for their Cavaliers because of life changes. Some are moving and are not allowed to have pets. For some, job loss has caused financial chaos. One of the saddest reasons Cavaliers come into rescue is they have an elderly owner who is going into a nursing home or has passed away. Vets: Occasionally, we get calls from vets who want us to take in a Cavalier who has been abandoned at his office or dropped off to be euthanized. Breeders: Sometimes breeders will give us their retired Cavaliers to place in loving homes after their breeding years are behind them. How can I adopt a Cavalier? Be ready when they’re ready! The first step is to complete the CRF “adoption application” form. It’s important to read and complete all sections accurately, and don’t be afraid to let your personality shine through! This is the initial way the Placement Team gets to know you. CRF has a rigorous and specialized program for our custom Cavalier King Charles Spaniels adoptions. We consider ourselves “matchmakers” – the Placement Team matches the dog and their specific needs to a home and family that already offers what that particular dog needs. Though you might be enamored with a certain dog, if you do not have the home or lifestyle that the Cavalier needs, CRF will not match you to that Cavalier. Our mission is to place a Cavalier in a home that meets THEIR needs – we are all about finding that furever, happy place for each dog! It is a very detailed, time-consuming and individualized process. We need to assure a perfect fit for both our pups and our adopter families. This is a big difference between CRF and a shelter, and even some other Rescues. If you are truly interested in adopting, it’s best if you apply to CRF before you even see a Cavalier of interest on our website. If you happen to see a Cavalier that you ARE interested in – who wouldn’t fall in love with their sweet faces – be sure to completely read their bio and understand the implications for you and your lifestyle. If you offer what that specific Cavalier needs for a happy life, then mention their name and your interest in the application. Do you adopt dog to families outside of Florida? We do! The adopting family is required to go to the home where the Cavalier is fostered to pick up their new furbaby. The options are that you drive or fly, but if you fly the Cavalier MUST travel with you in the plane’s cabin. We will NEVER ship a Cavalier or allow one of our Cavaliers to travel in cargo. You don't have to live or be a US citizen to adopt from CRF, but all fees, paperwork and travel requirements are the sole responsibility of the adopter. All requirements must be met prior to taking the dog into your possession. When will I hear back from someone on my application? CRF is an all-volunteer organization. Most of our team have part-time/full-time jobs, families, other obligations, etc. CRF receives hundreds of applications each month and it’s impossible to personally contact each applicant. You will here back from a Placement Team volunteer once we determine a potential match. This is why it’s important to fully complete the application, and to send one in before you see a dog that steals your heart. How long will it be before I can adopt? That’s difficult to answer. Since we customize each adoption--matching a Cavalier according to THEIR needs, we will search through our extensive database of applicants looking for the perfect home for that Cavalier. Some applicants have waited over a year; some have their dreams made true within months. We keep our applications on file for one year. In full transparency, if you have not heard back from us within 30 -60 days, your adoption application most likely did not meet the very exacting standards for our custom adoption protocol for the pups we currently have in rescue at this time. Feel free to apply to our volunteer program and support the many Cavaliers we have in Rescue! https://www.cavrescuefl.org/volunteer-application Where do the dogs come from? CRF is based throughout Florida, we get Cavaliers from across the state through various areas: · Relinquished from prior owners who can no longer care for the dog, for various reasons · Shelters across the state · Newspaper ads and Craig’s List · Breeder releases · Abandonment, as strays · Puppy mill closures and raids · Cavaliers that go to auction are there as castoffs from a puppy mill. They might be no longer “producing” puppies, or are sick, or maybe that puppy mill is closing down. Whatever the reason, CRF has a special donation fund, My Ticket Home, where we pull the funds that enable us to go in and scoop up as many Cavaliers as we can, no matter their condition. Our goal is to stop the inhumane treatment of these dogs and responsibly vet, rehabilitate and place a Cavalier in the best home for each one. My Ticket Home is funded by caring donors, such as you. If you would like to specifically donate to that fund, please click here. What happens to a dog once he/she enters the Rescue? Rescued Cavaliers are immediately placed in a loving foster home. The foster parent is responsible for socializing, ongoing training (when necessary), taking the dog to vet/specialist appointments, and providing a loving interim home. During the time the Cavalier is with their Foster, the foster parent assesses the needs of the Cavalier. It’s important to note that the foster parent has an important role in the adoption process, since they know their rescued Cavalier the best. Where can I go to see a dog I’m interested in adopting? CRF does not have a central shelter facility. Our rescued Cavaliers are in foster homes across the state of Florida, and even beyond – we have Fosters in close by surrounding states. Once a potential adopter is selected for a Cavalier, the adopter is usually encouraged to visit the Cavalier at a planned meet-and-greet at the foster’s home. Do you have a waiting list? Sometimes. Young, Blenheim female pups are the most popular Cavaliers, so we have a waiting list which is influenced by the needs of the individual Cavalier. Otherwise, we do not have formal waiting lists because the Placement Team matches each Cavalier, based on his/her needs, to an adoptive family as a custom adoption. If I volunteer for your Rescue, will I be able to adopt more quickly? We always have a need for more volunteers, but this is NEVER a guarantee. For example, we might have a long-time volunteer that lives in a lovely condo by the beach, without another dog, who might fall in love with the face of a Cavalier that LOVES running around a yard and playing with doggie siblings. The Placement Team would not recommend this match because the Cavalier loves running a yard with doggie friends, neither of which is part of this volunteer’s lifestyle. Why is there an adoption fee? CRF is a 501(c)3 non-profit, and we rely solely on donations and non-paid volunteers for the care of every Cavalier we rescue. Donation fees are far below the costs associated with medical, specialty and dental care, feeding and other related expenses. Your donation goes towards the rescue of TWO Cavaliers – the one you’re adopting, and the next one coming into Rescue. Why are the adoption fees different? The adoption fees are primarily based on age; the higher fees are associated with younger Cavaliers, and they become lower the older the Cavalier. Do you require that I have a fenced in yard? A fenced yard is not always required; it is solely based on the needs of the Cavalier. Where Do Our Dogs Come From Most of our dogs come from Florida, but we have, in desperate situations, gone as far as West Virginia to help Cavaliers in need. Florida shelters: Our volunteers comb the websites of Florida shelters looking for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels which we save from being destroyed. (Yes, people do drop them off at shelters when they do not want a dog anymore.) Many times, strays are also a sad reality. CRF also checks craigslist for Cavaliers who need a new home. Puppy Mills: Sadly, some of our dogs come from puppy mill raids. We are contacted by the agency who does the mill busts to take care of the Cavaliers who have been severely neglected. We have also gotten cavaliers who have been dumped at an auction after living their youthful breeding years in horrible puppy mills. Owner Surrenders: We take in dogs from owners who can no longer care for their Cavaliers because of life changes. Some are moving and are not allowed to have pets. For some, job loss has caused financial chaos. One of the saddest reasons Cavaliers come into rescue is they have an elderly owner who is going into a nursing home or has passed away. Vets: Occasionally, we get calls from vets who want us to take in a Cavalier who has been abandoned at his office or dropped off to be euthanized. Breeders: Sometimes breeders will give us their retired Cavaliers to place in loving homes after their breeding years are behind them. Breeders Sometimes breeders will give us their retired Cavaliers to place in loving homes after their breeding years are behind them. Florida Vets and Listings Our volunteers comb the websites of Florida shelters looking for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels which we save from being destroyed. (Yes, people do drop them off at shelters when they do not want a dog anymore.) We also check craigslist for Cavaliers who need a new home. Occasionally, we get calls from vets who want us to take in a Cavalier who has been abandoned at his office or dropped off to be euthanized. Puppy Mills Sadly, some of our dogs come from puppy mill raids. We are contacted by the agency who does the mill busts to take care of the Cavaliers who have been severely neglected. We have also gotten cavaliers who have been dumped at an auction after living their youthful breeding years in horrible puppy mills. APPLICATION TO ADOPTION PROCESS Once submitted you application with be put on our wait list for review. If our Adoptions Placement Team feels you're an ideal candidate for one of our dogs in foster someone will contact you. If all goes well, your references will be checked and a volunteer will visit your home to meet with you and everyone else living there. We will also check your home, garage, and yard to make sure you can provide a safe environment for a Cavalier. Since we have fewer dogs than we do applicants, we encourage you to complete our online Adoption Application. You will need to provide personal and vet references as well in the form. ABOUT OUR FEES Our adoption fees are based on the health and the age of a rescued Cavalier as well as medical costs incurred. Our rescue is operated 100% by volunteers; all donations go towards helping the Cavaliers in our rescue program. The adoption fee needs to be paid when you pick up your rescue Cavalier. The lowest cost of owning a pet is typically their adoption fee. Please consider the long term costs associated with owning a pet (food, ID tags, collars, leashes, veterinary care - including specialists, titer testing, vaccines, emergency medical costs, professional dog trainers for behavioral issues, etc.) When you adopt a rescue dog, you are agreeing to care for the pet's well-being for the duration of his or her life. What does it take to adopt a Cavalier from Cavalier Rescue of Florida? After doing your research on a Cavalier rescue pup and you live or will travel to the state of Florida, we would love to find the right Cavalier for you. We do custom adoptions based on each pup’s specific needs, best interest and well-being. This is not a first apply, first to adopt process. We assess the dogs needs and requirements match to an applicants' home, lifestyle, etc. Since we have fewer dogs than we do applicants, we encourage you to complete our online Adoption Application and get pre-approved. You will need to provide personal and vet references in the form. Steps of adoption: · Submitted application be to the wait listed for review. · If you're an ideal candidate for one of our dogs, our Adoptions Placement Team will contact you. · Next step, references will be checked and our CRF team will visit your home to meet with you and everyone living there. · CRF will also check your home, garage, and yard to make sure you can provide a safe environment for a Cavalier. · Adoption fees are based on the health and the age of a rescued Cavalier. · The adoption fee is paid when you pick up your rescue Cavalier. · The lowest cost of owning a pet is typically their adoption fee. Please consider the long term costs associated with owning a pet--food, ID tags, collars, leashes, veterinary care - including specialists, vaccines, emergency medical costs, professional dog trainers. · When you adopt a rescue dog, you are agreeing to care for the pet's well-being for the duration of his or her life. xo Completing an application does not guarantee approval for adoption. Please be PATIENT, the process takes time. Up

< back to home Liam Donate Adopted! Charming Liam is a cuddler extraordinaire. This youngster is a gentle, loving fellow who just wants to be with you! He loves, loves, loves attention, is a bit mischievous and is very playful -- he is a puppy after all. His Blenheim coloring is stunning. Just try to resist his puppy eyes, oversized paws and yes, the perfect Blenheim spot on top of his adorable head. Too cute for words. He is a charmer. Liam has learned a lot in his foster home. He is very smart and housetraining is going well. His foster sister is showing him how to ring a bell to let you know he needs to go out. Liam is quiet, rarely barks, plays well with toys and is a good eater. Frisky Liam needs additional guidance to be the best boy he can be. He suffers from anxiety separation and needs to be crated when alone. Liam loves to run around in the backyard and chase insects, but he’s a digger so he needs to be supervised. Walking on a leash is a skill he will also have to learn. With a little patience, guidance and consistency Liam will be the best-est boy. 🐶 Age: 14 months. 👍🏻 Weight: 18 lbs. 🐾 Circumstances: As with many rescues, Liam’s exact story is not known but he has been in multiple households in one short year. ❤️ Health: Liam has been recently neutered. CRF is awaiting his overall medical vetting. CRF microchips all rescues. This cutie is not available for adoption yet, our priority is his health and wellness. Please check back for pup-dates. Thank you for your support! 🏡 Forever Home Requirements: ✔️ An actively family, one that is home most of the time. ✔️ Commitment to additional training. ✔️ A fenced yard. ✔️ Another like-sized pup companion to play with required . ✔️ Daily walks, exercise and mental stimulation to burn off that puppy energy. 💸 Adoption Donation: $1200 If you believe you, your home and lifestyle offer Liam the things he needs, please complete an adoption application. If you would like to know more or have completed an adoption application in the past six months, please email us with “ Liam ” in the subject line to: adoptions@cavrescuefl.org . 🚩 If you do not check ALL of the above requirements, your application will not pass the screening process for consideration. We do not compromise on these requirements as we feel they are essential to a successful adoption with Liam. Look for his pup-dates and details on our social media pages. xo previous next

< back to home Kash & Ren Donate! Adopted! Meet the dynamic duo: Ren and Kash. These inseparable boys have settled in well and are truly lapdogs who love to be held; they also enjoy going on walks. Whether sleeping or sitting, Ren and Kash will snuggle next to one another. How cute is that? Truly the best-est of buddies. The one thing both are working on is eating kibble from bowls vs. their foster’s hand. We don’t know what their pasts were like, but their future is so bright. Go Ren and Kash, Go! What sets them apart? Not much! Tri-colored Ren is a bit timid but very sweet. Freckles dot his nose area. He is housebroken. Kash, a beautiful Blenheim, is a bit rambunctious but also super sweet. He is still working on house training. Youngsters Ren and Kash are a near-perfect pair! Will you be the lucky family to give these munchkins a new fur-ever home? 🐶 Age: Ren is 1, and Kash is 2 years old. 👍🏻 Weight: Ren is 16 lbs. Kash weighs 18 lbs. 🐾 Circumstances: Owner surrender ❤️ Health: Ren and Kash have been vetted and are in general good health. Kash will be neutered in July. CRF microchips all rescues. 🏡 Forever Home Requirements: ✔️ An active family ✔️ Fenced yard ✔️ Routine grooming ✔️ Daily exercise and play time 💸 Adoption Donation: $2400 If you believe you, your home and lifestyle offer Ren & Kash the things they need, please complete an adoption application. If you would like to know more or have completed an adoption application in the past six months, please email us with “Ren & Kash” in the subject line to: adoptions@cavrescuefl.org . 🚩 If you do not check ALL of the above requirements, your application will not pass the screening process for consideration. We do not compromise on these requirements as we feel they are essential to a successful adoption for Ren and Kash. Look for their pup-dates and details on our social media pages. xo previous next

Volunteer Application Cavalier Rescue of Florida is an all-volunteer organization and volunteers are the key to our success! Read more below about the many ways you can help as a volunteer. Volunteers Needed Cavalier Rescue of Florida is an all-volunteer organization and volunteers are the key to our success! There are many ways volunteers support our mission: Transport foster dogs Check references or conduct home visits for future adopters Assist with fundraisers Support care/vetting of foster dogs Serve on our social media outreach team Plan events or assist throughout If you are willing to help, we have a spot for you! We can't wait to have you on our team! For information on Volunteering fill out the application below or email Volunteer@CavRescueFL.org Email Us Volunteer Application Up

< back to home Elliott Donate Adopted! Welcome little Elliott ! This happy little Blenheim has the most loving eyes and sweet disposition. He is settling in well. Elliott’ s favorite things are toys, chasing balls and following his humans around. You might find him sitting at the front door waiting for a walk. He loves a good walk and wonderfully, his leash manners are improving. As with many Cavaliers, Elliott is eager to please and loves attention. He does need additional training but is a quick study. Elliott can become a bit “overjoyed” when meeting other dogs and is learning that barking or jumping does not get him the attention he desires. It’s just that he wants to share all the love he has to give. Napping is another thing Elliott excels at; he does sleep in a crate but has little interest in getting up on furniture. Elliott is housebroken and would be a great addition to any active family, but cats are unknown at this time. 🐶 Age: 4.5 years 👍🏻 Weight: 17 lbs. 🐾 Circumstances: Owner surrender ❤️ Health: Elliott has been fully vetted, and his heart, ears and eyes are healthy. Yay! Lab work is pending. He was recently neutered and had his dental cleaning. CRF microchips all rescues. 🏡 Forever Home Requirements: ✔️ Fence preferred ✔️ An active family ✔️Another like size dog preferred ✔️ Frequent walks 💸 Adoption Donation: $900 If you believe you, your home and lifestyle offer Elliott the things he needs, please complete an adoption application. If you would like to know more or have completed an adoption application in the past six months, please email us with “Elliott” in the subject line to: adoptions@cavrescuefl.org . 🚩 If you do not check ALL of the above requirements, your application will not pass the screening process for consideration. We do not compromise on these requirements as we feel they are essential to a successful adoption. Look for their pup-dates and details on our social media pages. xo previous next

< back to home Gabriel DONATE Adopted! What can be said about sweet Gabriel ? A lot! If you haven’t heard his story, it’s a heartbreaker. Gabriel came to rescue in a state of neglect, but with time, healing and some love, his true spirit is shining through. Things to know about this adorable senior boy: He acclimates to new situations easily and learns routines quickly. Since Gabriel is hard of hearing, hand signals are used for commands. He knows ‘Come’ and ‘Stay’. He is housebroken and walks to the door when he needs to go out. You’ll have a shadow. Gabriel loves his humans. He even enjoys watching his meals being prepared, but even more than that, he loves to eat them. No leftovers for this boy. Though Gabriel suffers from osteoarthritis and is on medication to improve joint health, he enjoys short walks a couple of times a day. Ongoing rehab therapy is helping ease his discomfort. He sleeps in a soft bed near his humans. He likes car rides from the safety of a crate. Heart issues are also on Gabriel’s list of things to address on his road to a better life. The good news is he is responding well to treatments. He is so much happier and healthier now. However, regular cardiologist checkups will be required. Ruby-coated (with a touch of grey) Gabriel is good with other dogs and cats, but he has not been around children. 🐶 Age: 10 years young 👍🏻 Weight: Currently 20 lbs. Needs to gain a pound or two. 🐾 Circumstances: Owner surrender ❤️ Health: As mentioned, Gabriel arrived in very rough shape, enduring neglect for quite some time. His eye and skin conditions are under control. Though there is still much to be done, he is improving each day. Assuming is cleared by a board certified veterinary cardiologist, Gabriel will have a dental procedure in the near future. CRF microchips all rescues. This cutie is not available for adoption yet, our priority is his health and wellness. Please check back for pup-dates. Thank you for your support! 🏡 Forever Home Requirements: ✔️ A family committed to long term care of a senior. ✔️ Lots of love! ❤️ 💸 Adoption Donation: $TBA If you believe you, your home and lifestyle offer Gabriel the things he needs, please complete an adoption application. If you would like to know more or have completed an adoption application in the past six months, please email us with “Gabriel” in the subject line to: adoptions@cavrescuefl.org . 🚩 If you do not check ALL of the above requirements, your application will not pass the screening process for consideration. We do not compromise on these requirements as we feel they are essential to a successful adoption. We know he will require long-term love, healing, and attention. Please click here to donate to Gabriel: https://bit.ly/4csa79x We appreciate your ongoing dedication to our mission. Let’s send him lots of love and well wishes as he continues to recuperate with his foster mom. We love you, Gabriel ! XO ❤️ Look for their pup-dates and details on our social media pages. xo previous next

Frequently Asked Questions About CRF Where do our dogs come from? Most of our dogs come from Florida, but we have, in desperate situations, gone as far as West Virginia to help Cavaliers in need. Florida shelters: Our volunteers comb the websites of Florida shelters looking for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels which we save from being destroyed. (Yes, people do drop them off at shelters when they do not want a dog anymore.) Many times, strays are also a sad reality. CRF also checks craigslist for Cavaliers who need a new home. Puppy Mills: Sadly, some of our dogs come from puppy mill raids. We are contacted by the agency who does the mill busts to take care of the Cavaliers who have been severely neglected. We have also gotten cavaliers who have been dumped at an auction after living their youthful breeding years in horrible puppy mills. Owner Surrenders: We take in dogs from owners who can no longer care for their Cavaliers because of life changes. Some are moving and are not allowed to have pets. For some, job loss has caused financial chaos. One of the saddest reasons Cavaliers come into rescue is they have an elderly owner who is going into a nursing home or has passed away. Vets: Occasionally, we get calls from vets who want us to take in a Cavalier who has been abandoned at his office or dropped off to be euthanized. Breeders: Sometimes breeders will give us their retired Cavaliers to place in loving homes after their breeding years are behind them. How can I adopt a Cavalier? Be ready when they’re ready! The first step is to complete the CRF “adoption application” form. It’s important to read and complete all sections accurately, and don’t be afraid to let your personality shine through! This is the initial way the Placement Team gets to know you. CRF has a rigorous and specialized program for our custom Cavalier King Charles Spaniels adoptions. We consider ourselves “matchmakers” – the Placement Team matches the dog and their specific needs to a home and family that already offers what that particular dog needs. Though you might be enamored with a certain dog, if you do not have the home or lifestyle that the Cavalier needs, CRF will not match you to that Cavalier. Our mission is to place a Cavalier in a home that meets THEIR needs – we are all about finding that furever, happy place for each dog! It is a very detailed, time-consuming and individualized process. We need to assure a perfect fit for both our pups and our adopter families. This is a big difference between CRF and a shelter, and even some other Rescues. If you are truly interested in adopting, it’s best if you apply to CRF before you even see a Cavalier of interest on our website. If you happen to see a Cavalier that you ARE interested in – who wouldn’t fall in love with their sweet faces – be sure to completely read their bio and understand the implications for you and your lifestyle. If you offer what that specific Cavalier needs for a happy life, then mention their name and your interest in the application. Do you adopt dog to families outside of Florida? We do! The adopting family is required to go to the home where the Cavalier is fostered to pick up their new furbaby. The options are that you drive or fly, but if you fly the Cavalier MUST travel with you in the plane’s cabin. We will NEVER ship a Cavalier or allow one of our Cavaliers to travel in cargo. You don't have to live or be a US citizen to adopt from CRF, but all fees, paperwork and travel requirements are the sole responsibility of the adopter. All requirements must be met prior to taking the dog into your possession. When will I hear back from someone on my application? CRF is an all-volunteer organization. Most of our team have part-time/full-time jobs, families, other obligations, etc. CRF receives hundreds of applications each month and it’s impossible to personally contact each applicant. You will here back from a Placement Team volunteer once we determine a potential match. This is why it’s important to fully complete the application, and to send one in before you see a dog that steals your heart. How long will it be before I can adopt? That’s difficult to answer. Since we customize each adoption--matching a Cavalier according to THEIR needs, we will search through our extensive database of applicants looking for the perfect home for that Cavalier. Some applicants have waited over a year; some have their dreams made true within months. We keep our applications on file for one year. In full transparency, if you have not heard back from us within 30 -60 days, your adoption application most likely did not meet the very exacting standards for our custom adoption protocol for the pups we currently have in rescue at this time. Feel free to apply to our volunteer program and support the many Cavaliers we have in Rescue! https://www.cavrescuefl.org/volunteer-application Where do the dogs come from? CRF is based throughout Florida, we get Cavaliers from across the state through various areas: · Relinquished from prior owners who can no longer care for the dog, for various reasons · Shelters across the state · Newspaper ads and Craig’s List · Breeder releases · Abandonment, as strays · Puppy mill closures and raids · Cavaliers that go to auction are there as castoffs from a puppy mill. They might be no longer “producing” puppies, or are sick, or maybe that puppy mill is closing down. Whatever the reason, CRF has a special donation fund, My Ticket Home, where we pull the funds that enable us to go in and scoop up as many Cavaliers as we can, no matter their condition. Our goal is to stop the inhumane treatment of these dogs and responsibly vet, rehabilitate and place a Cavalier in the best home for each one. My Ticket Home is funded by caring donors, such as you. If you would like to specifically donate to that fund, please click here. What happens to a dog once he/she enters the Rescue? Rescued Cavaliers are immediately placed in a loving foster home. The foster parent is responsible for socializing, ongoing training (when necessary), taking the dog to vet/specialist appointments, and providing a loving interim home. During the time the Cavalier is with their Foster, the foster parent assesses the needs of the Cavalier. It’s important to note that the foster parent has an important role in the adoption process, since they know their rescued Cavalier the best. Where can I go to see a dog I’m interested in adopting? CRF does not have a central shelter facility. Our rescued Cavaliers are in foster homes across the state of Florida, and even beyond – we have Fosters in close by surrounding states. Once a potential adopter is selected for a Cavalier, the adopter is usually encouraged to visit the Cavalier at a planned meet-and-greet at the foster’s home. Do you have a waiting list? Sometimes. Young, Blenheim female pups are the most popular Cavaliers, so we have a waiting list which is influenced by the needs of the individual Cavalier. Otherwise, we do not have formal waiting lists because the Placement Team matches each Cavalier, based on his/her needs, to an adoptive family as a custom adoption. If I volunteer for your Rescue, will I be able to adopt more quickly? We always have a need for more volunteers, but this is NEVER a guarantee. For example, we might have a long-time volunteer that lives in a lovely condo by the beach, without another dog, who might fall in love with the face of a Cavalier that LOVES running around a yard and playing with doggie siblings. The Placement Team would not recommend this match because the Cavalier loves running a yard with doggie friends, neither of which is part of this volunteer’s lifestyle. Why is there an adoption fee? CRF is a 501(c)3 non-profit, and we rely solely on donations and non-paid volunteers for the care of every Cavalier we rescue. Donation fees are far below the costs associated with medical, specialty and dental care, feeding and other related expenses. Your donation goes towards the rescue of TWO Cavaliers – the one you’re adopting, and the next one coming into Rescue. Why are the adoption fees different? The adoption fees are primarily based on age; the higher fees are associated with younger Cavaliers, and they become lower the older the Cavalier. Do you require that I have a fenced in yard? A fenced yard is not always required; it is solely based on the needs of the Cavalier. Where Do Our Dogs Come From Most of our dogs come from Florida, but we have, in desperate situations, gone as far as West Virginia to help Cavaliers in need. Florida shelters: Our volunteers comb the websites of Florida shelters looking for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels which we save from being destroyed. (Yes, people do drop them off at shelters when they do not want a dog anymore.) Many times, strays are also a sad reality. CRF also checks craigslist for Cavaliers who need a new home. Puppy Mills: Sadly, some of our dogs come from puppy mill raids. We are contacted by the agency who does the mill busts to take care of the Cavaliers who have been severely neglected. We have also gotten cavaliers who have been dumped at an auction after living their youthful breeding years in horrible puppy mills. Owner Surrenders: We take in dogs from owners who can no longer care for their Cavaliers because of life changes. Some are moving and are not allowed to have pets. For some, job loss has caused financial chaos. One of the saddest reasons Cavaliers come into rescue is they have an elderly owner who is going into a nursing home or has passed away. Vets: Occasionally, we get calls from vets who want us to take in a Cavalier who has been abandoned at his office or dropped off to be euthanized. Breeders: Sometimes breeders will give us their retired Cavaliers to place in loving homes after their breeding years are behind them. Breeders Sometimes breeders will give us their retired Cavaliers to place in loving homes after their breeding years are behind them. Florida Vets and Listings Our volunteers comb the websites of Florida shelters looking for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels which we save from being destroyed. (Yes, people do drop them off at shelters when they do not want a dog anymore.) We also check craigslist for Cavaliers who need a new home. Occasionally, we get calls from vets who want us to take in a Cavalier who has been abandoned at his office or dropped off to be euthanized. Puppy Mills Sadly, some of our dogs come from puppy mill raids. We are contacted by the agency who does the mill busts to take care of the Cavaliers who have been severely neglected. We have also gotten cavaliers who have been dumped at an auction after living their youthful breeding years in horrible puppy mills. APPLICATION TO ADOPTION PROCESS Once submitted you application with be put on our wait list for review. If our Adoptions Placement Team feels you're an ideal candidate for one of our dogs in foster someone will contact you. If all goes well, your references will be checked and a volunteer will visit your home to meet with you and everyone else living there. We will also check your home, garage, and yard to make sure you can provide a safe environment for a Cavalier. Since we have fewer dogs than we do applicants, we encourage you to complete our online Adoption Application. You will need to provide personal and vet references as well in the form. ABOUT OUR FEES Our adoption fees are based on the health and the age of a rescued Cavalier as well as medical costs incurred. Our rescue is operated 100% by volunteers; all donations go towards helping the Cavaliers in our rescue program. The adoption fee needs to be paid when you pick up your rescue Cavalier. The lowest cost of owning a pet is typically their adoption fee. Please consider the long term costs associated with owning a pet (food, ID tags, collars, leashes, veterinary care - including specialists, titer testing, vaccines, emergency medical costs, professional dog trainers for behavioral issues, etc.) When you adopt a rescue dog, you are agreeing to care for the pet's well-being for the duration of his or her life. What does it take to adopt a Cavalier from Cavalier Rescue of Florida? After doing your research on a Cavalier rescue pup and you live or will travel to the state of Florida, we would love to find the right Cavalier for you. We do custom adoptions based on each pup’s specific needs, best interest and well-being. This is not a first apply, first to adopt process. We assess the dogs needs and requirements match to an applicants' home, lifestyle, etc. Since we have fewer dogs than we do applicants, we encourage you to complete our online Adoption Application and get pre-approved. You will need to provide personal and vet references in the form. Steps of adoption: · Submitted application be to the wait listed for review. · If you're an ideal candidate for one of our dogs, our Adoptions Placement Team will contact you. · Next step, references will be checked and our CRF team will visit your home to meet with you and everyone living there. · CRF will also check your home, garage, and yard to make sure you can provide a safe environment for a Cavalier. · Adoption fees are based on the health and the age of a rescued Cavalier. · The adoption fee is paid when you pick up your rescue Cavalier. · The lowest cost of owning a pet is typically their adoption fee. Please consider the long term costs associated with owning a pet--food, ID tags, collars, leashes, veterinary care - including specialists, vaccines, emergency medical costs, professional dog trainers. · When you adopt a rescue dog, you are agreeing to care for the pet's well-being for the duration of his or her life. xo Completing an application does not guarantee approval for adoption. Please be PATIENT, the process takes time. CRF Rescue Emergency Fund Cavalier Rescue of Florida is constantly rescuing more dogs than last year, often pulling a number of them at once, from neglected puppy mills or deceased owners with little to no notice. Please help us be prepared and able to rescue every pup in need. Thank you! Frequency One time One time Monthly Monthly Amount $10.00 $10.00 $25.00 $25.00 $50.00 $50.00 $100.00 $100.00 $250.00 $250.00 $500.00 $500.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 Other Other 0/100 Comment (optional) Donate Up

Better With Age Most people seeking to adopt from our rescue want a young Cavalier—often, the younger, the better. But for many, an older dog is a better choice. About Senior Dogs Please consider a senior pup… Older dogs are often overlooked by potential adopters at shelters and rescues. However, those who adopt seniors find them to be wonderful companions — they are special, more mellow, better mannered, and quicker to adjust to their new homes than younger pooches. So full of love and joy--they are just grateful to be with you. Whether you have been considering adopting an older pup for a long time or were just recently inspired by the story of one in need, your new, grey-muzzled best friend may be a hop, skip, and a few hugs away. Most shelters and rescue organizations list dogs over seven years of age as "senior." Seniors are special… Although the time you will have with an adopted senior dog may be shorter, your life will be forever enriched and you will have the honor and joy of being part of their final adventures. We’re not crying, you're crying.... Senior Advantage A big advantage to adopting an experienced dog-age 5 or 6 and up—is you are far more likely to be first in line for that dog. Applicants who are open to a seasoned Cavalier often can get matched right away—and for a considerably lower adoption fee. A cavalier’s life span is typically 12- 15 years old and Rescue groups are constantly taking in middle-aged or senior dogs. On those rare occasions when CRF gets rescue pups under a year old, we are deluged with applications. But, many are not prepared for the amount of work a puppy is; puppies are like human babies requiring a lot of time, attention and energy. Benefits of A Senior Dog A mature Cavalier is: Almost always completely housebroken. Infinitely trainable. Yes, you can teach an older dog new tricks! Playful, but easygoing with a lower activity level. Well-mannered in your home. Far less inclined to chew your possessions. Predictable in a good way. More interested in love and companionship than activity. Eager to please and focused on you. Beautiful and dignified. Endearing and easy to love. Old dogs can be a regal sight. Their exuberance settles over the years into a seasoned nobility, their routines become as locked into yours as the quietest and kindest of marriages.” – Gail Caldwell Up

< back to home Landon Adopt Me Sarasota Introducing lovable Landon ! It didn’t take long for this fluffy Blenheim to fit right into his foster home. He enjoys meeting humans and other dogs. Landon is a sweet senior who is good on a leash. He walks, rests if tired (for about 5 seconds) and then is off again. He’s a bit hard of hearing, but Landon understands hand signals. He is housebroken. Although new to Landon , sleeping in a bed is one of his favorite things to do. And boy is he is a good sleeper! He has the sweetest eyes that will melt your ❤️. Landon is a handsome boy with just a touch of gray and soft ears that he loves to have scratched. Senior dogs are just the best and so is Landon . He’s quiet, has good manners and has so much love to give. Will you be the one to open your heart to him? 🐶 Age : 12 years young! 👍🏻 Weight: 18 lbs. 🐾 Circumstances: Owner surrender ❤️ Health: Landon has been vetted. He does have a 4/6 heart murmur and an old eye injury that is being investigated. As with many seniors he will need some dental work. CRF microchips all rescues. This cutie is not available for adoption yet, our priority is his health and wellness. Please check back for pup-dates. Thank you for your support! 🏡 Forever Home Requirements: ✔️A household where someone is home most of the time. ✔️A friendly similar sized companion dog would be beneficial, but not required. ✔️ Commitment to continued medical care as needed. ✔️ Willingness to use hand signals. 💸 Adoption Donation: $300 If you believe you, your home and lifestyle offer Landon the things he needs, please complete an adoption application. If you would like to know more or have completed an adoption application in the past six months, please email us with “Landon” in the subject line to: adoptions@cavrescuefl.org . 🚩 If you do not check ALL of the above requirements, your application will not pass the screening process for consideration. We do not compromise on these requirements as we feel they are essential to a successful adoption. Look for their pup-dates and details on our social media pages. xo previous next