Name: Quincy

  Gender: Male

        Age: ~2 yrs;

Location: Foster home; Tampa

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

My name is Quincy and I am almost two years old. I came from a small mill in Missouri where I was kept outside with four of my brothers. My foster mom says we were a mess when she picked us up but fortunately we cleaned up well! Beneath all of that dirt was a pretty handsome fellow!

I am doing really well with housebreaking and I am crate trained. I am very sweet and LOVE people! I love to play but more than anything I want to be close to my family! I get along well with the other Cairns in my foster mom's house and I even do fine with cats. I am not especially wild about my foster family's other dog--a very bossy woman with a big mouth (Shetland Sheepdog). My mom says that I want to be Alpha and in charge of everything. That could be but I definitely didn't like the big bossy girl!

Living with my foster family has been pretty cool! I get a lot of attention and I get to be inside most of the time which I like a lot! Getting used to noises in the house has been kind of strange. The TV is an interesting and noisy contraption and vacum cleaners are quite fasciniating too. I love having a soft place to lay down and getting loved on--belly rubs, ear scratches, treats. This is the life!

I am up to date on all of my shots and have been neutered. I just need to find my forever home and get settled in.

     Name: JACK

  Gender: Male

        Age: ~4 yrs;

Location: Foster home; Peoria

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Jack's foster mom calls this darling little dark brindle boy a "love sponge". He is just as affecitonate as he can be and loves being near his "special someone".

And little wonder that Jack is enjoying all this new-found attention. For the first 4 years of his young life, this little man was used as a breeding stud in a commercial breeding facility. Now his "term of duty" is over .he's been neutered and brought up to date on all his shots .and he's looking to enjoy life as someone's beloved pet.

Though only released from the puppymill a short while ago, Jack is adjusting to civilan life very well and seems to get along equally well with people and animals.

While generally docile and quiet, Jack springs into action when there's something going on and likes to join in the fun. He enjoys being with the other dogs in his household and never shows any aggression towards them. This boy is one good-natured fellow!

Of course, as a stud dog, Jack lived an outside life and never learned the art of proper potty etiquette. HIs forever home will have to undertake this task and show love, patience, patience, patience and MORE patience as Jack learns what it means to be an indoor dog with good manners. His foster mom is already working on this with frequent walks and Jack is showing signs of "getting it".

Jack is a good eater and enjoys his meals. He loves to go for leashed walks and walks just fine when another dog is along. But most of all, he loves to be held and petted. He DOESN'T like to be left alone in his kennel if the other dogs are out and about. But he does crate well and sleeps peacefully in his kennel at night.

Like all mill dogs, Jack was never exposed to toys and didn't know what they were when he got to his foster home. But now he's finding out that there's more to life than "making puppies" and after watching the other dogs, he's starting to play with some of the stuffed animals his foster mom gave him. Atta boy, Jack!

Jack's future forever home will have to possess one very important quality .PATIENCE. This young man is so sweet .so willing to please .so full of potential but in many ways he is a pup in an adult body. The world is a big, brand new place to him and there is so much to learn. Playing potty training .these things will all come but in Jack's own time. The patient, loving home who understands this will find a marvelous, loving companion in this special little man.

Jack would be an ideal companion for a couple of retired single who has the time to include Jack in family activities. A quieter household would be more to his liking. Another dog or two and an older, responsible child might also be a good fit. A fenced yard would be a plus although Jack is quite happy going for leashed walks.

Jack is neutered and up-to-date on all vaccinations, and receives a monthly heartworm and flea tick preventative.

     Name: BABY MARTHA

  Gender: Female

        Age: Born 4-15-09

Location: Foster home; St. Charles

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Precious little Martha was relinquished to CRUSA, along with her 5 littermates and her mother. Currently, Martha shares a foster home with her brother, "Baby Stewart". Please note that these pups are NOT available for adoption together at this time.

Born in mid-April, Martha is sweet, adorable and playful. She spends her days doing what most little puppies do: eating, sleeping, and, well, you know!

Despite her sweetness and captivating good looks, Martha is a terrier and all that the word implies. That means that in addition to love and affection, she will require a great deal of time, attention and training. For that reason a home where there is an adult presence throughout the day is a must. Homes with children under the age of 7 will not be considered. Terrier experience is desireable and a fenced yard is a plus, though not a requirement.

Martha is up-to-date on all age appropriate vaccinations and is on a monthly heartworm preventative. If you would like to adopt Matha, please complete our Adoption Application. Below are two videos of Martha and his brother Stewart:

     Name: BABY STEWART

  Gender: Male

        Age: 8 wk. yrs; Born 4-15-09

Location: Foster home; St. Charles

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Darling "Stewie" was relinquished to CRUSA, along with his 5 littermates and mother. Currently, he shares a foster home with his sis, Martha. Please note that these pups are NOT available for adoption together at this time.

Born in mid-April, Stewie is funny, adorable and playful. He spends her days rolling around with his sister playing hard and resting hard as well. Beneath all that darling puppy charm, there is a terrier boy waiting to emerge. That means that in addition to love and affection, Stewie will require a great deal of time, attention and training. For that reason a home where there is an adult presence throughout the day is a must. Homes with children under the age of 7 will not be considered. Terrier experience is desireable and a fenced yard is a plus, though not a requirement.

Stewart is up-to-date on all age appropriate vaccinations and is on a monthly heartworm preventative. If you would like to adopt Stewart, please complete our Adoption Application. Below are two videos of Stewart and his sister Martha:

     Name: 'OPHELIA'

  Gender: Female

        Age: Born 4-13-09

Location: Foster home; East Peoria

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Darling little "Ophelia" was relinquished to CRUSA, along with her littermate, "Hamlet" and their mother, "Gertie" by a commercial breeder.

Born in mid-April, she is a sweet, adorable and playful little girl. She spends her days doing what most little puppies do: eating, sleeping, and, well, you know!

Despite her sweetness and captivating good looks, Ophelia is a terrier and all that the word implies. That means that in addition to love and affection, she will require a great deal of time, attention and training. For that reason a home where there is an adult presence throughout the day is required. Homes with children under the age of 7 will not be considered. A fenced yard is desired and applicants with terrier experience will be given preferential consideration. Please note that Ophelia and Hamlet will be adopted out separately.

Ophelia is up-to-date on all age appropriate vaccinations and is on a monthly heartworm preventative. If you would like to adopt Ophelia, please complete our Adoption Application. BEFORE DOING SO, CAREFULLY READ OUR FAQ's. Below is a video of Ophelia:

     Name: 'HAMLET'

  Gender: Male

        Age: Born 4-13-09

Location: Foster home; East Peoria

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Adorable "Hamlet" was relinquished to CRUSA, along with his sister, "Ophelia" and their mother, "Gertie" by a commercial breeder.

Born in mid-April, he is a happy, bouncy little boy. He spends his days playing with his "sis" and basking in all the joys of being a puppy.

Despite that adorable puppy charm, Hamlet is a terrier and all that the word implies. That means that in addition to love and affection, he will require a great deal of time, attention and training. For that reason a home where there is an adult presence throughout the day is required. Homes with children under the age of 7 will not be considered. A fenced yard is desired and applicants with terrier experience will be given preferential consideration. Please note that Hamlet and Ophelia will be adopted out separately--not as a pair.

Hamlet is up-to-date on all age appropriate vaccinations and is on a monthly heartworm preventative. If you would like to adopt him, please complete our Adoption Application. BEFORE DOING SO, CAREFULLY READ OUR FAQ's. Below is a video of Hamlet:

     Name: 'MAX'

  Gender: Male

        Age: ~2 yrs;

Location: Foster home; Mundelein

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Max's story is a typical one. This adorable 2-year-old terrier was purchased "on a whim" from Petland. His well-meaning owners did no reseach into the breed and soon discovered that Cairns require training and an outlet for their energy.

Lucky for Max, he is now in a loving CRUSA foster home where he is proving to be an exceptional young man!

Max embodies all the characteristics that one would expect to find in a young terrier boy. He is loving, lively, high-energy, fun-loving, active and yes .he can be a barker when his needs are not being met.

He is housebroken and his chewing days are finally behind him. He is also crate-trained and travels very nicely in a car.

Having previously been in a home with a one-year-old child, Max is used to children and enjoys them. However, he will NOT be considered for families with children under the age of 7 unless there is prior terrier experience and lots of it.

Max gets along just fine with other dogs and attends doggie day care every day. But he IS a terrier and that means that sometimes he is vocal and mouthy when he plays. Those not used to terriers might not "get it". And those that know their Cairns realize that it's all part of what makes this breed tick.

Max would be a fabulous addition to many types of homes. But before applying please be aware of the following:

Max MUST have a home where there is someone home at least a portion of the day. In his previous home he was left alone for 8 hours and that is NOT acceptable for this young man!

Max MUST have a home with a fenced yard (no electric fences). He loves the outdoors and loves to run and needs an easily accessible outlet for his energy.

Max would do fine as an "only dog" but would also enjoy the company of another dog. Homes with responsible children 7 and over will be considered.

Like all CRUSA dogs, Max is neutered, is up-to-date on his vaccinations and is on a monthly heartworm preventive. If you would like to adopt adopt him, please complete our Adoption Application. Below is a video of Max:

     Name: Koby

  Gender: Male

        Age: 3 yrs; Born 5/31/06

Location: Foster home; New Albany

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Koby is a beautiful three year old Cairn. He was recently rescued from a puppy mill in Kentucky where he was used as a breeding stud. He gets along very well with the other two Cairns in his foster home, especially Demelza. She has taught him how to use the doggie door, how to explore the fenced in yard, how to negotiate steps, and how to play.

The whole world is new to Koby. When he is overwhelmed he retreats to his crate. He is very skittish, but getting better.

Despite his past Koby is very sweet natured and shows no signs of aggression. He is a very quiet dog who rarely barks-but Demelza is working on that too! Koby needs lots of work walking on a leash. He is simply too scared to feel comfortable on a walk, but he is getting better. He will venture out into the yard on his own, but hurries back to the house at the slightest disturbance.

He is doing very well on potty training with a doggie door. He sleeps in his crate at night and he doesn't mind being put into his crate.

Koby becomes more affectionate everyday. He likes to be scratched behind his ears and petted. Koby will need to be in a home that will gently build his trust. Everyday he improves and becomes more playful.

Koby loves his foster Mom but stays clear of everyone else. Koby's forever home will have to be loving and patient. He is a very sweet, affectionate, fellow who will make an ideal companion.

Like all CRUSA dogs, Koby is neutered, up to date on his vaccines, has been tested for heartworm and receives monthly heartworm and flea/tick preventives. If you would like to adopt Koby please complete our Adoption Application.

     Name: Soo-Z & Winston

  Gender: Female

        Age: ~11 yrs;

Location: Foster home; Baltimore

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Winston here, with my girl, Soo-Z! We are a retired couple, searching for a retirement resort to spend the rest of our days in Pooch Heaven. Currently, we are with a home and servant who waits on us daily. Formerly, our elderly home servant passed on and willed us into CRUSA. Like, wrote us into her will, like we were bookends, or something! We love getting together with other dogs and we love those silly humans to bits. I have to just about drag our home servant along when we go for walks; there's so much to do and see. You know, on the other hand, my girl, Soo-Z loves to just lolly-gag along and she's pretty mild. Same thing with the summer swimming pool. I just paddle right along but Soo-Z, well, she's just not into it. She's more of a sit-on-the-veranda type gal. Which, we do this together, after we have attended to the security of the estate. Nice accommodations here; we are really slimming down. Our home servant is very tall and picks us up to go flying. I mean, if someone 10 times taller than you picked you up, wouldn't you be flapping your arms and legs too? At 10½ and 11 years, this was quite a surprise to us! We are much better now that we know this means hugs and scratches. Keeps us on our toes, this one does! Even gives us nice warm baths and massage.

Oh, let me add, Soo-Z and I are pretty much respectful of bathroom etiquette, but sometimes, when ya gotta go you gotta go! Simple as that. Well, so there you have it. Please introduce yourselves to us through CRUSA as we are looking for a permanent home with at least one home servant, or, maybe two would be great, too.

Like all CRUSA dogs, Winston and Soo-Z are neutered/spayed, up to date on vaccines, have been tested for heartworm and are on a monthly heartworm preventive.

UPDATE: Soo-Z went to the Rainbow Bridge on June 26, 2009. To read about Soo-Z's passing and celebrate her life, please click on this link:
SOO-Z MEMORIAL SITE

     Name: Little Buddy (Mix)

  Gender: Male

        Age: ~8 yrs;

Location: Foster home; Odenton

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Little Buddy is approximately 8 years old. His owner tied him to the door of a home and left him. That person took him to the SPCA. Little Buddy is completely house trained and walks like a complete gentleman on the leash. He loves to be held and often comes for some love and attention. He is one of the most gentle loving dogs one could ever meet. However, he can be a little selfish if he is being held and another dog wants to but in. We think that he is a pomeranian-Cairn mix. Little Buddy is up to date on all his vaccines and has been tested for heartworm and is currently on a monthly preventive.

Little Buddy is located in Odenton, MD in a private foster home. If you are interested in adopting him, please fill out our Adoption Application.

     Name: Spunky

  Gender: Male

        Age: ~8 years yrs;

Location: Foster home; Odenton

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Spunky is a handsome, 8 year old, neutered, male Cairn Terrier, who came to CRUSA from a shelter after being diagnosed with low level heartworm. CRUSA had Spunky treated for the heartworm by a local veterinarian and has completed his treatment. He will need to be tested again in five months and will have to be on a monthly heartworm preventive year-round for the rest of his life to prevent any recurrence.

Spunky is a very high energy dog. He walks great on the leash and he really likes people. He loves to sit right next to his foster mom when she is watching TV or reading. He is an alpha male and starts spats with the other males in the foster home so he needs to be an only dog or be placed in a home that has only female dogs. He loves to be rubbed all over. Now that he has completed his heartworm treatment, his foster mom is working on his housebreaking. Once you meet him you will never guess he is seven because he lives up to his name. Spunky is current on his vaccines and is being fostered in a private foster home in Odenton, Maryland. If you are interested in adopting Spunky, please complete our adoption application.

     Name: Bonnie

  Gender: Female

        Age: ~7 yrs;

Location: Foster home; Baltimore

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Bonnie is a seven year old female owner surrender that was taken to a kill shelter just after Thanksgiving. The shelter called CRUSA to see if we would take her into our program as they felt they could not place her since she had not been seen by a veterinarian in a very long time if at all.

Bonnie gets along very well with the other Cairns in her foster home as well as with a large Labrador. She is fully housebroken, walks well on a lead, and likes to ride in the car. She will go into her crate, but not willingly, and likes to sit on the couch with her foster mom and watch TV.

Like all CRUSA dogs, Bonnie is spayed, up to date on all vaccines, teeth clean, has been tested for heart-worm and is on a heart-worm preventive and is micro-chipped.


Bonnie is being fostered in Baltimore, MD, in a private foster home. If you are interested in adopting him/her, please fill out our Adoption Application.

     Name: Sydney

  Gender: Male

        Age: ~18 months yrs;

Location: Foster home; Odenton

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Sydney is a very sweet 18 month old male Cairn Terrier who came into rescue from a shelter after being attacked by a Rottweiler. He is very loving and likes to be near you. He is still recovering from the puncture wounds left by the Rottweiler which you can see in his photos. He is about 80% house trained and like all CRUSA dogs, he is neutered, is up-to-date on his vaccines, has been tested for heartworm and is on monthly heartworm and flea preventives.

Sydney is located in Odenton, Maryland, in a private foster home. If you are interested in adopting him, please fill out our Adoption Application.

     Name: Lucky

  Gender: Male

        Age: ~7 months yrs;

Location: Foster home; Accokeek

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Lucky is a spirited, playful, 7-month old male Cairn terrier. Lucky is looking for a forever home where there are other dogs as he truly loves canine companionship. He would also do best with an active family and a stay-at-home parent, and kids over ten who can play with him and help him burn off his energy. Lucky does sleep in bed with his foster parents and other cairns and is about 90% housebroken. He still mouthes a bit and his new family will need to continue to correct this behavior. Like all CRUSA dogs, Lucky is neutered and up-to-date on his vaccines, has been tested for heartworm and is on a monthly heartworm preventive.

Lucky is located in Accokeek, Maryland, in a private foster home. If you are interested in adopting him, please fill out our Adoption Application.

Below is a video of Lucky playing with his foster sister:

     Name: Sally

  Gender: Female

        Age: 2 years yrs; Born 10/06/06

Location: Foster home; Pasadena

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Sally is a 2-1/2 year old female Cairn Terrier, who is extremely high energy and very prey driven. She is always looking to get into something. She loves to play fetch and to chew on other toys and human shoes if left out. She needs a strong pack leader and we strongly recommend that her new family attend a group obedience class with her. She is crate trained, but does not really like to go into the crate. She is looking for an owner who can take her on long walks and play fetch with her in the yard. Sally is housetrained and like all CRUSA dogs she is spayed, is up-to-date on her vaccines, has been tested for heartworm and is on monthly heartworm and flea preventives.

Sally is located in Pasadena, Maryland, in a private foster home. If you are interested in adopting her, please fill out our Adoption Application.

     Name: Munchkin & Hyde

  Gender: Male

        Age: ~3 yrs;

Location: Foster home;

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Munchkin and Hyde are a "package deal" and MUST be adopted TOGETHER, which is wonderful for a family looking for more than one Cairn. Here at CRUSA, we like to say that "the only thing better than one Cairn, is TWO CAIRNS!" These boys make a great pair! Munchkin is lively and affectionate; he needs lots of attention and is a real people dog. Hyde is also lively and affectionate, but doesn't need as much individualized attention. Both dogs are very friendly and love people. Both boys want to chase all critters seen on walks: birds, squirrels, rabbits, butterflies .this is natural for a Cairn. Sometimes a good grip on the leash is required to keep them in check!

Of course, they get along well with each other, but they would likely chase any cat that ran from them, so a cat-free home is required. They are both great with grandkids! The boys sleep in their crates, and they enjoy playing with toys even water bottles! Both Munchkin and Hyde love their walks, toys, treats and affection (Munchkin really likes affection!). Both boys dislike loud noises like fireworks and thunder, as many dogs do.

Munchkin and Hyde are both housebroken and crate trained. Still, if they go more than 6-7 hours before walking, Hyde may have an accident in his crate, and Munchkin may dribble on the floor in excitement. So these boys' new home will minimally need to have the patience to work with that, or even better, the capacity to get the boys out for a walk before 6 hours have passed.

For the ideal home, the age and gender of the owners do not really matter, but the adoptive family should be available to let the dogs out every few hours and to give them the attention they truly deserve. The adopters should also be strong enough to hold leashes if the dogs jerk at the sight of a squirrel or some other critter, as will inevitably happen! What is great is that both boys walk well on leashes with minimal pulling, except when that Cairn prey drive kicks in (e.g., with squirrels, as noted above). Munchkin and Hyde do enjoy their walks, but they also enjoy playtime in a fenced yard. Either situation would make them happy, but regular leashed walks are ideal for these young Cairns.

Munchkin and Hyde are both neutered and up to date on their shots; they receive a monthly heartworm and flea/tick preventative.

Munchkin & Hyde are being fostered in Holyoke, MA. If you are interested in adopting these sweet boys, please complete an online adoption application.

     Name: BABY GRACIE

  Gender: Female

        Age: Born 4-05-09

Location: Foster home; Warren

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Gracie is a darling little Cairn pup who was surrendered to CRUSA by a back-yard-breeder in Missouri along with her 5 littermates.

Gracie's foster mom describes her as a "well-balanced" pup who has moments of high energy, followed by long naps. She is crate trained and seldom cries when put in her kennel. Her foster mom is working with her on leashed walks and reports that she is doing beautifully although she likes to charge ahead--terrier style--and should be kept in a harness as it's far kinder on her little neck and offers more control.

Gracie's foster mom is working with her on potty training and she is showing real signs of progress. When taken out after naps and meals, she knows what's expected of her and performs "just like a big girl".

Gracie is exhibiting a trait common to many Cairns--independence! This little girl is NOT a lap dog. In fact, she enjoys laying alone and tends to ignore her foster mom when called. But while independent, she seems to enjoy the company of children, adults and other dogs.

As petite as she is, Gracie has displayed food aggression with the other dogs in her household. Her foster parents are working diligently on this and she is learning that it is NOT behavior to be tolerated.

Those interested in adopting Gracie must look beyond that adorable puppy exterior and recognize that there is a headstrong terrier girl waiting to emerge. The family that wants to add Gracie to their household should have experience with terriers and be able to offer an adult presence in the home for the majority of the day. No children under the age of 10. A fenced yard is a definite plus and an ongong commitment to obedience training is a must and will be a consideration of adoption.

Before applying, please review our adoption fees which can be found at: http://www.Cairnrescueusa.com/adopt/faqs.htm#19

Gracie is up-to-date on all age appropriate vaccinations and is on a monthly heartworm preventative.

     Name: OAKLEY

  Gender: Male

        Age: ~1 year old yrs;

Location: Foster home; Omaha

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Oakley is a spirited, playful one-year-old Cairn Terrier boy who is the embodiment of the word "scruffy", "Adorable", "happy" and "fun loving" also come to mind.

This youngster was the victim of a Nebraska puppymill and came to CRUSA as part of a "kennel release" that included a large number of dogs of various breeds. Oakley missed out on all the cuddling and hugs and kisses that one would hope a pup of such a young age would receive. But now, he is making up for lost time. Oakley's foster mom reports that most of the time, this little man is happy and fun loving. But Oakley still has a fragile ego and if frightened he may cower.

Oakley goes everywhere with his foster mom, even to work, and he loves being around her. Even more, he LOVES other dogs and will play endlessly with his canine pals. He even likes the ferret in his home (and he calls himself a Cairn!)

When it comes to "favorite things to do", "chewing treats" and "sleeping on his foster mom's bed" top the list, followed closely by "playing with a tennis ball".

Oakley does not like to be in his kennel but will go in begrudingly when his foster mom makes him. And as an ex-mill dog, he doesn't yet understand or care for leashed walks. A fenced yard is much more to his liking although given time and patience, he will learn to properly walk on a lead.

Oakley, like many young males, has found housebreaking challenging and his forever home will have to be diligent and patient as he figures out what's expected of him. His foster mom has made strides but there's still much work to be done: training and loving, consistent reinforcement

Oakley's ideal forever family would be one where there are other dogs as he truly loves canine companionship. An active family with a stay-at-home mom and kids OVER 10 would suit him just fine but he would be equally happy with an active retired couple that coulld devote lots of time and attention to him. A fenced yard is a real plus and his future family must agree to positive reinforcement traning with a professional which is a must for every young Cairn. Patience will be the order of the day as Oakley still has a ways to go in the potty training department.

Oakley is neutered and up-to-date on all vaccinations, has tested negative for heartworm and is on a monthly heartworm preventive.

Oakley is located in Omaha, Nebraska, in a private foster home. If you are interested in adopting him, please fill out our Adoption Application.

     Name: Chase (Mix)

  Gender: Male

        Age: 2 yrs; Born 7/2007

Location: Foster home; Princeton Junction

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Chase will be 2 years old in July 2009. He is a black brindle male Cairn Terrier mix. He is very sweet and active and loves playing with the other dogs in his foster home. He absolutely loves water and will stay out in the rain, play in a puddle, and play with the water hose nonstop if you let him. He would probably enjoy swimming too. He has some separation anxiety and will cry when you leave but he soon quiets down when he thinks you have really left (he would probably make a good actor if he were human). He is also a good watch dog and will alert you to any noises. He does need some further work on his leash walking skills as he pulls when being walked on a lead, he is just too excited to see things. He would do better with a terrier experienced home, with someone who is home most of the time and someone who can provide him with long walks to burn off some of his abundant energy. Like all CRUSA dogs, Chase is neutered and up to date on his vaccinations, has been tested for heartworm and is on a monthly heartworm preventive.

You can view Chase playing with his foster siblings in these videos on our YouTube channel:

Chase and his foster brothers #1 Chase and his foster brothers #2 Chase and his foster brothers #3 Chase and his foster brothers #4 Chase and his foster brothers #5

Chase is located in Princeton Junction, NJ in a private foster home. If you are interested in adopting him, please fill out our Adoption Application.

     Name: Buddy

  Gender: Male

        Age: 5 years yrs; Born 7/20/04

Location: Foster home; Princeton Junction

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Buddy is a handsome wheaten male cairn terrier who loves toys and attention. He will be 5 on July 20th. He is a larger cairn, weighing approximately 25 lbs. He is a very loyal dog and loves to spend time with his humans. He especially likes watching TV and laying his head on your lap or on your leg. He also loves to collect toys and piles them up in a room and while he gets along with the other cairns in his foster home, he will fight with them over toys, which is why we think that he should be an only dog. Buddy likes to sleep in his humans’ bedroom, preferably on the bed and will not sleep in a crate (we’ve tried to no avail). He is also very sensitive and will cry if you raise your voice or if you reprimand him. He likes going for walks and will not pull on his leash, and he also travels well in the car.

Buddy is housetrained, however, he is a male dog and may want to mark his territory in a new home. He will therefore require a watchful eye during the initial 2 weeks in his new home and should wear a bellyband inside the house when he cannot be watched. Like all CRUSA dogs, Buddy is neutered, up to date on his vaccines, has been tested for heartworm and is on monthly heartworm and flea/tick preventives.

Buddy is being fostered in Princeton Junction, NJ, in a private home. If you would like to adopt Buddy, please complete our Adoption Application.

     Name: Charlie

  Gender: Male

        Age: 6 yrs; Born 7/14/03

Location: Foster home; Princeton Junction

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Charlie is a wheaten male cairn terrier who loves toys and attention. He will be 6 years on July 14th but has the energy and playfulness of a 2 year old cairn. He was an owner surrender and came to CRUSA with his brother Chief who has been adopted. Charlie is a sweet boy and gets along with the other cairns in his foster home but will fight for toys with other dogs, so we think he should go to a home where he will be the only dog.

Charlie is very active and fast, loves to play fetch, loves refreshing himself in a kiddie pool in the yard and loves spending time chasing squirrels and birds in his foster home’s fenced yard. He also loves people and loves leashed walks. He came to us shaved but his hair is starting to grow back. While he is housetrained, he is a male dog and may therefore want to mark his territory in a new home. He will therefore require a watchful eye during the initial 2 weeks in his new home and should wear a bellyband inside the house when he cannot be watched. Like all CRUSA dogs, Charlie is neutered, up to date on his vaccines, has been tested for heartworm and is on monthly heartworm and flea/tick preventives.

Charlie is being fostered in Princeton Junction, NJ, in a private home. If you would like to adopt Charlie, please complete our Adoption Application.

     Name: Tracie

  Gender: Female

        Age: ~5 years yrs;

Location: Foster home; Princeton Junction

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Tracie is a very pretty 5 year old, wheaten female cairn terrier who loves food, toys and attention. She came to us from a situation of neglect, with elephant skin on her back and tail from untreated skin allergies, infected ears, and a urinary tract infection. She was found roaming the streets of New York City and when her owners were contacted (she is microchipped) they said that they did not want her back as she had been purchased for a son who was no longer living at home. In her foster home, Tracie gets medicated baths (with Malaseb shampoo) and the hair on her back and tail is growing back. She is also being treated with antibiotics and otomax for her UTI and ear infection. She is very good about letting her foster mom treat her ears and bathe her, and eats her meds quickly and without any fuss. She is fed a grain-free canned dog food (Wellness) and a corn-free dry food and will need to continue that diet in her new home so her allergies will not flare up again.

Tracie is extremely sweet with humans and prances when her foster mom comes home. She also enjoys watching television with her humans and going for walks. While she gets along with other dogs she meets, she does not share her food or toys with other dogs well and turns fierce with any dog that she thinks might touch her food or toys. She should therefore be an only dog.

Tracie is housetrained, and like all CRUSA dogs, is spayed, up to date on her vaccines, has been tested for heartworm and is on monthly heartworm and flea/tick preventives. Tracie is being fostered in Princeton Junction, NJ, in a private home. If you would like to adopt Tracie, please complete our Adoption Application.

UPDATE 6/24/09: Tracie continues to make good progress and her UTI and ear infection are gone. In addition, the hair that she had lost in her back and tail is growing back with the grain free diet that she is fed at her foster home. Below are some additional photos of Tracie:

     Name: Murphy

  Gender: Male

        Age: ~7 yrs;

Location: Foster home;

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Murphy is a seven-year old male who just wants to have fun. Give Murphy a ball to chase, a rope to pull or a yard to explore and he will be happy. He loves being outside; even in the rain, when he will bark defiantly at the thunder. He must have ready access to a fenced yard. He does not try to dig out or otherwise escape, but since he is the same color as blacktop pavement, it is best not to let him roam free. He would not be happy in an apartment. He also loves to run. A new owner who is active and wants to do a little jogging along with his dog walking would be perfect!

Murphy is friendly with other dogs and people. He is however a very vocal Cairn, making all sorts of purring, growling and chortling sounds to communicate--sometimes all at once. However, even when showing displeasure (like when his foster home disturbs his nap) he does not show aggression (except with the hair dryer and the vacuum cleaner).

Murphy is used to living with other dogs, but since he really wants to be top dog, he would be just as happy in a one-dog household. His foster mom think a family setting would be the best for him. Lots of people would keep him active and stimulated and he enjoys being the center of the action whenever his foster mom has a party.

Murphy is located in New York in a private foster home. If you are interested in adopting him, please fill out our Adoption Application.

     Name: Skye

  Gender: Male

        Age: 7 years yrs; Born 9/30/08

Location: Foster home; Hempstead, Long Island

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Skye is a true terrier. He will follow you around the house, eat more than he should and bark to alert you to any man or beast who approaches your house. He craves attention and should be an only dog as he really does not like to share his human with any other dogs. When he is on your lap, he vocalizes his superiority to all passing dogs. He loves his walks.

Skye has some allergies, but the vet is not sure if they are from foods or environmental. They are easily remedied by periodic medicated baths and a controlled (though readily available) diet.

He is 7 years old and full of energy. He needs someone who will toss him a ball and take him for a run. He loves activity and it keeps him happy and alert.

Sky is being fostered on Long Island and is up to date on his vaccines, neutered and housebroken. If you would like to adopt Skye, please complete our Adoption Application.

     Name: Izzy

  Gender: Male

        Age: 2 years yrs; Born 11/27/06

Location: Foster home; Greensboro

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Izzy is a BEAUTIFUL 2-1/2 yr old Cairn Terrier, born 11-27-06. He is a light wheaten color and has big expressive eyes. He is housebroken and crate trained and loves to play "chase" with his foster family's Cairn.

He loves other dogs but needs a family with no cats and preferably someone who is home part of the day. Preferential treatment will be given to applicant who is home all day or most of the day. His last family was gone up to 10 hrs a day and he learned to entertain himself by chasing "shadows"...he has since learned how much more fun a playmate is and loves daily walks and playing ball. He gets along GREAT with kids, following them everywhere.

Izzy is a GREAT cairn and has no major vices (other than cats). He is just in need of time, affection and excercise. If you are the family for Izzy, please complete the application today. He's waiting for his furever home, he's waiting for YOU!!

     Name: Moxie

  Gender: Male

        Age: 2 years yrs; Born 4/07

Location: Foster home; Mt. Juliet

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Moxie is a 2 year old wheaten Cairn, born April 2007. He was an owner surrender,that was attacked by the owner's other dogs. He has some scarring, but is completely healed and his hair is growing back to cover up the scars. He is absolutely adorable! He doesn't walk, or run, he prances! He is still shy of loud noises, and sometimes will not come in the door right away if you are standing there, but eventually, he comes in. Moxie is very playful and despite being attacked, plays VERY well with his foster sisters and brother. He loves to sleep in the bed with his foster mom, but beware - wherever he lands when you put him on the bed, is where he sleeps! So .don't put him in the spot you plan on sleeping in! (He can be moved he does not growl, etc.)

Moxie is very loving and he has finally gotten over his shyness to the point where he follows his foster mom all over the house and tries to get her by the ankle sometimes! (Not biting, just playing and jumping). His potty habits are
wonderful he is in a home now where he can pretty much come and go outside as he pleases, so a home with a doggie door and fenced in yard would be ideal. His former foster mom reports that he hates the leash. His new foster mom hasn't tried that yet, but feels he probably would be fine with a little practice. Moxie is very inquisitive, and likes to steal slippers and anything else laying around, but doesn't really chew on them. He doesn't bark a lot, but when he does, he sounds like he's been smoking for the past 20 years!

Moxie is truly a delight and his forever home will have to be patient, because he will be extremely shy in the beginning and needs time to adjust and get used to new people and things. Once he has adjusted, he will be a great dog for the right family.

Like all CRUSA dogs, Moxie is neutered, up to date on his vaccines, has been tested for hearworm and is on a monthly heartworm preventive. If you are interested in adopting Moxie, please fill out our Adoption Application.

     Name: Tess (Mix)

  Gender: Male

        Age: ~2 yrs;

Location: Foster home; Mt. Juliet

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Hi! My name is Tess and I am a Cairn Terrier mix. My foster mom thinks that I have the body of a corgi and the coloring and spunk of a Cairn. I am a bit bigger than a typical Cairn at 26 lbs. I have been putting on a bit of weight since I was pretty skinny when CRUSA rescued me from my life on the streets. I am a bit shy at first but quickly latch on to whoever is caring for me. I am very friendly and love to play but my favorite thing is to snuggle up next to someone for a good belly or ear scratch. I am very loving but not a licker and rarely bark. I am completely housebroken and sleep with my foster family's 13 year old daughter.

I play quite well with my foster family's Shetland Sheepdog and their Cairn. I have also made friends with several other dogs that come over to play. I don't really know what I think of cats yet since I have only seen them from a distance. I do feel the need to chase after Canadian Geese in the pond behind my house but the fence stops me from catching them...darn fence!

My foster mom says that I am a great girl and will make some family extremely happy. I am about two years old and my foster mom is thrilled that I don't chew things up. She says that I am one of her favorite fosters!!! I just need a home with lots of love to give and someone who wants a devoted companion.

Like all CRUSA dogs, Tess is spayed, is current on her vaccines, has been tested for heartworm and is on monthly heartworm and tick/flea preventives. If you would like to adopt Tess, please complete our Adoption Application.

     Name: Tiah

  Gender: Female

        Age: ~2 yrs;

Location: Foster home; Woodbridge

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Tiah is a 2 year old female cairn terrier with a happy disposition. She loves to play and has boundless energy. She gets along with other dogs fairly well and is fond of children. While she was well cared for and loved at her previous home, health issues prevented them from giving her the exercise and training she needed as a puppy.

Tiah is making progress on housebreaking but it is still an issue. Because she has other dogs and people for company at her foster home, boredom chewing has not been an issue. She is a smart, affectionate dog and wants to please – she’ll cuddle on your lap if allowed. Tiah is terrified of thunderstorms and shivers and shakes, so keeping her by your side during these times is important. She is crate trained. Altogether Tiah a delightful dog who will make a wonderful pet for a dog-savvy person who can continue her training. Her foster mom thinks she is a good candidate for agility training.

Tiah is up to date on her vaccines, is spayed and is on monthly heartworm and flea preventives. If you are interested in adopting Tiah, please complete our Adoption Application.

     Name: Scotty

  Gender: Male

        Age: ~5 yrs;

Location: Foster home; Kenosha

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

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Scotty is located in Kenosha WI in a private foster home. If you are interested in adopting him, you must FIRST fill out our Adoption Application.


Scotty Boy is a darling, energetic and extremely loving 5-year-old boy who is looking for a home where he can gets lots of love and attention. This young man was originally relinquished to CRUSA because his owners worked all day and kept him crated for 8 to 10 hours at a time far too long for an active boy who wants nothing more than love, companionship and did we mention .LOVE?

In his foster home, Scotty loves to be held by his foster mom. Unlike many Cairns who tend to be independent and "non cuddlers", Scotty is always available for hugs and kisses. And if you're good at giving belly rubs .well, Scotty is the boy for you!

Scotty has a high play drive and a strong desire to be with people. His foster mom describes him as a "happy, energetic" dog who is very alert to the sights and sounds around him.

In his foster home, Scotty is with a female Cairn and the two get along very well. Both enjoy spending time in the fenced yard and Scotty particularly likes basking in the sun on warm spring days. Scotty also enjoys playing with other dogs he meets including his buddy Lucky who is a St Bernard. Any size or breed . Scotty is up for some play. But Scotty is ball-obsessed and does not like to share his toys--especially his ball--so another ball-obsessed dog would not be advised.

In his previous home, Scotty Boy was with a young teenager and the two of them got along well so he would be appropriate for a home with an older, responsible child.

Scotty is completely housebroken and at night he dutifullly sleeps in his crate and will go directly in when you tell him "in your house". Of course, if given the opportunity to snuggle on the bed, he would certainly oblige.

Scotty is not a fan of car rides but his foster mom is working on this. She is taking him on increasingly longer rides and Scotty is gettin much better! On his last outting, he didn't make a single sound and given some time and practice, he might actually begin tto like car rides! Still, Scotty's basic philosophy on life is, "Why sit in a car when I could be home playing with a ball???

Scotty Boy, like most terriers, needs a strong pack leader who can give him love .exercise .and structure. This is a wonderful, adaptable little guy who would fit into a variety of families, as long as he receives the love and attention he deserves. He'd be a great dog for someone interested in canine performance spots, particularly "flyball"! A fenced yard would be a definite plus but is not a necessity. A "stay at home" dog parent or a working parent would both be options, as long as Scotty can be an active and involved family member. Another canine companion could be appropriate as Scotty loves to play.

Scotty Boy is neutered and up-to-date on all vaccinations, and receives a monthly heartworm and flea tick preventative.

     Name: 'JOEY'

  Gender: Male

        Age: ~3 yrs;

Location: Foster home; Kenosha

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Joey is a mellow and loving little Cairn who originally came to CRUSA as a discarded stray that was brought into a shelter in Indiana.

This 3 year old young man is content to sit on your lap or by your side all night long. He loves to give kisses and sunbath outside on a warm, sunny day. Topping his list of "favorite things to do" are car rides.

Joey loves to play with other dogs and would be well-suited to a home with another dog or two. He's extremely gentle when he plays and is the first one to "let go" of a toy or treat and share with others. He even gets along with cats! Toys and balls don't really interest him.

Joey walks nicely on a leash and will take a leisurely leashed stroll. His potty training is still a "work in progress". He tends to mark when in a new environment but with patience, time and consistency, he will learn the art of proper potty habits.

     Name: Brucie

  Gender: Male

        Age: 4 yrs; Born 9/29/2004

Location: Foster home; Shorewood

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

Brucie is in a private foster home in Shorewood, Wisconsin. He is neutered and up to date on all vaccinations".

Brucie is a fun-loving, happy go lucky 4-year-old Cairn boy who is just finding out what it means to be a beloved family member. You see, until a few months ago, Brucie was a "stud dog" in a Missouri puppymill and had never experienced the love of a family or simple human kindness.

Today, Brucie's future is looking bright and he is thriving in a foster home where he is basking in his new-found freedom. Topping his list of "favorite things to do" are running and playing. Brucie is a BIG puppy in a grown up Cairn body. He is cute as a devil and really likes to play chase. Although he will definitely cuddle when he is tired, it takes a lot to tire this dog out! He is extremely athletic and is even learning how to do back flips! Like most Cairns, Bruce is a quick study and likes to be challenged to learn new things.

Brucie is kind and gentle with other dogs, but it may not always appear this way because he likes to rough house. Although he can be dominate when he wants to be, he has learned a submissive roll amongst other dogs and people in his foster home. He truly likes people but is very independent. He would do well with an active family with or without other dogs. Brucie is very laid back and flexible when it comes to his surroundings, he adjusts easily to new situations.

LIke many ex-mill dogs, Bruce is not very fond of the leash and tends to chew on it. He does well on a lead in the backyard; however, he would truly be happiest with a fenced-in yard as he likes to run full-speed ahead! This dog loves toys and chews constantly. If he is chewing on something he is not supposed to have, a simple “drop it” deters him quickly. Give him a raw hide and Brucie is in doggie heaven! Likewise, Brucie likes to eat and has a healthy appetite. If food is left out he will eat and eat and eat until every last piece is gone. He needs to have a controlled diet to keep fit. Luckily, he burns much of it off with his tireless activity.

Bruce could use a little work on his potty training and does not like to be kenneled, but will tolerate it at night if needed. He likes to sleep on the end of the bed because he likes to stretch out. He also has just recently gotten over having bad dreams that would cause him to growl when touched in his sleep. Sometimes, he still does growl when he’s sleeping, but never snaps!

Brucie's ideal home would be a patient, adult family -- with or without other dogs -- where someone is home for a good part of the day. If you are an active home with a fenced-in yard, a knowledge of terriers, and an appreciation for the spunkiness and independence of the Cairn breen, then Brucie could be a great addition to your family.

     Name: Juliette

  Gender: Female

        Age: ~4 yrs;

Location: Foster home; New Berlin

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

4-year-old Juliette recently arrived to CRUSA after spending her entire life in a commercial breeding facility. This 15-lb. wheaten lass is every bit as pretty as her name. And it didn't take long for her sweet personality to begin to emerge.

Apparently no one ever told Juliette that terriers and cats don't usually mix. Because Juliette LOVES -- correction .ADORES cats and can't get enough of the felines in her foster home. She's also enjoys the company of dogs and gets along beautifully with the 7 dogs in the household, ranging from 15 to 85 lbs.

Warming up to people has been a slower process but Juliette is making great strides. She allows her foster parents to pick her up and she has started giving kisses and taking treats. And when her foster mom comes home from work in the evening, Juliette is right there at the door waiting to greet her.

Housetraining is a work in progress. If Juliette is taken out right after she eats, she will go potty outside. But as she was previosuly a breeder dog and never had inside privileges, learning proper potty habits will take some time and patience. Right now, she is let out into the fenced yard on a very strict schedule and when kept on schedule, she does very well.

Like most dogs that have come out of a mill sitaution, Juliette is easily startled by quick movements and loud noises. She needs to be approached gently and calmly when being picked up.

Juliette like to be groomed and will actually "sit pretty" while being worked on. But she HATES bathtime. Since she was probably never bathed prior to coming into our adoption program, this is understandable.

At night, Juliette sleeps in a dog bed in the kitchen with the other dogs. She sleeps quietly through the night and always keeps her bedding dry. She is also happy to sleep in her crate and will not whine when she is in there.

Like virutally all mill dogs, Juliette never had toys to play with and has no interest in them now. But she DOES love playing with the cats and will cuddle and lick them at every opportunity.

Juliette's ideal home would be a household with at least one or two cats or another dog. Juliette is indifferent to children and while an older, quieter child may be suitable, she is not a dog that would be a suitable playmate for a child. She would, however, be a wonderful companion for an adult single or couple. A fenced yard would be a definite plus as Julie loves to explore and wander at her leisure. She is getting used to being on a leash but this, too, is a work in progress.

For a laid-back family with other animals and a patient, loving heart .Juliette will make a wonderful addition to the family!

Juliette is spayed and up-to-date on all vaccinations, and receives a monthly heartworm and flea tick preventative.

     Name: CHRISSI

  Gender: Female

        Age: ~10 yrs;

Location: Foster home; Kenosha

 Contact: CRUSA; Application; E-mail: Info@CairnRescueUSA.com

10-year-old Chrissi has endured hardships that no dog should have to experience. And yet, she remains a confident, happy little senior who brings joy to her foster family's life on a daily basis.

In early spring, Chrissi and 3 other dogs, were pulled out of a camper in rural Wisconsin where they had been living in knee-deep filth and feces for what appeared to be years. Chrissi's hair was severely matted, her nails were curved, her ears were severly infected and she had an eye that was so badly inflamed that it had to be removed.

None of this has fazed Chrissi!

Her foster mom describes her as a mellow, laidback girl who has a happy-go-lucky attitude. She loves to be with people and will follow her "special someone" from room to room.

Though she may be visually challenged, it doesn't get her down or affect her routine one bit. She's adapted to her new lifestyle without a hitch.

Chrissi seems to love everyone but she loves men in particular. Her foster dad administers her daily ear medications and assists with grooming and Chrissi thrives on his attention. She gets along beautifully with other dogs as well and shows no aggression whatsoever over food or toys.

Surpringly--given her previous living conditions--Chrissi is completely housebroken and goes potty very nicely in the fenced back yard. She even alerts her foster family when she wants to go outside.

Chrissi has a few challenges. Like many seniors, she is a bit arthritic and has some weakness in her right hip. And she is very overweight. Her forever home will have to be diligent about taking her on several short leashed walks a day and keeping her on a healthy diet so she can shed some pounds. Right now, she is unable to go up and down a long flight of stairs but in time--and with weight loss--she'll certainly tackle these minor challenges.

Chrissi's ideal forever home would be a quieter household and one where there is a male presence as this gal is "all about the guys". A senior couple or a retired gentleman would be ideal. A fenced yard is certainly a plus but Chrissi's family needs to be commited to leashed walks and gentle exercise to help Chrissi get her figure back. Another dog would be just fine as Chrissi enjoys canine companionship. As she can not tackle lots of stairs, a single-level home would be preferred.

Chrissi's story may have had a sad beginning but her future is looking very bright. How it ends, we do not know, but it will be a very lucky family who shares their future with this special lady.

Chrissi is spayed and up-to-date on all vaccinations, and receives a monthly heartworm and flea tick preventive. If you would like to adopt Chrissi, please complete our Adoption Application.

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