Adoptions

We are dedicated to placing our rescued Cavaliers in safe, loving and permanent homes. Before proceeding we kindly ask that you carefully consider the commitment required when adopting one of our Cavaliers. Cavaliers are known to have health conditions due to improper breeding, in addition to their grooming and teeth cleaning needs. Some would consider them a high maintenance breed. We would love to receive an application from those of you who are aware and accepting of this.

Please be sure to read the following information thoroughly prior to submitting an adoption application and fee

Steps

  • Complete the online Adoption Application.  You only need to fill this out and apply once; not per dog. However, applications must be submitted every 365 days. Please note that the actual adopter MUST be the person filling out the application. We do not adopt dogs out as “surprises”.

  • We do require a $25 adoption application fee every 365 days.

  • A phone interview and home check are required for all potential adopters. Our current waiting list is around 3-6 months.

  • We will set up a meet and greet once we have established that you are a great candidate for one of our dogs.

  • You may contact us via email (not Instagram or Facebook) after you submit an application, including photos of your home and family and anything else that you think would provide us insight to help us find the best dog for your family.  

  • Watch our Instagram and Facebook!  We will occasionally post available dogs who need specific requirements AND if they seem to be a GREAT MATCH FOR YOUR FAMILY, reach out via email to express your interest.  This will trigger a review of your application for that particular dog.  

Application Fee

  • Application fees must be paid within 24 hours of submitting the application, or your application will be considered void. We will not review or contact applicants that have not completed the payment portion.

  • The fee is non refundable.

  • Please understand that paying the $25 fee does not guarantee you will be approved to adopt the puppy or dog you are interested in. Our goal is to place our cavaliers in homes that are suited for their individual needs.

  • We accept applications for our cavaliers until we have a candidate that meets all of the requirements, they have been contacted to review the adoption process, and have agreed to all of the terms to move forward.

  • Please note that if you are outside of our 60 mile radius from the Scottsdale/Phoenix area we adopt on a case by case basis regardless of paid application fee. We do not ship dogs, and you will be required to fly or drive to Arizona. We do not allow our dogs to fly under the plane. They MUST be in the cabin with you. The adopter is responsible for all costs associated with this.

Placement

  • Our process is thorough, and while we do not place dogs on a first-come, first-serve basis, we DO give preference to the family who has been waiting the longest when all else is equal.

  • You may be willing and able to provide a great home, but if it doesn’t meet the specific needs of the puppy or dog, we cannot approve your application.

  • Please understand we "work for the dogs" and  making  great matches is paramount.

  • Be patient! The right match is worth the wait!

    Adoption

  • We require a minimum adoption donation of up to $850 for an adult dog and up to $1,800 for puppies.

  • The adoption fee for puppies will vary as we do not subsidize the overall cost of a puppy with donations.

  • You will be required to fill out the adoption contract and pay the adoption donation prior to being able to take a dog home.

  • We require a 24 hour waiting period after the meet and greet before you can officially take the dog home, pending any medical care (spay/neuter).

  • We do not spay/neuter puppies younger than 6 months. You will be required to provide proof of spay/neuter by 8 months old.

We do reserve the right to refuse adoption to anyone. If your application for the adoption of a dog is not approved, we will do our best to explain the reason(s). A denial is not a rejection of you as a person; it is a decision not place a dog in a situation that we do not feel is a good match or does not meet our policies.

Cavalier Rescue Foundation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.