Short Haired Chihuahua Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In East Sussex

8 Short Haired Chihuahua Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In East Sussex

Find 8 Chihuahua dogs for adoption in East Sussex, including rescue and rehoming listings from shelters, breeders and private owners.

This page helps you compare Chihuahua dogs available for adoption in and around East Sussex, whether you are looking for a puppy, an adult dog, or a Chihuahua ready for a new home.

Before enquiring, check each dog's age, temperament, background and rehoming requirements so you can choose a Chihuahua that suits your home, lifestyle and experience.

New to adoption? Read our buying checklist and Chihuahua breed information to help you prepare before contacting a seller or rescue.

  • Stewie 3

    Stewie

    1 week ago
    • 2 Year Old Male

    ...with his favourite people and his dream day would be a short potter in the morning around the local park before enjoying...and will need calm, respectful introductions to other Dogs on walks to ensure he feels as safe and relaxed as possible. In the home, Stewie would benefit from having a quiet area to enjoy his meals undisturbed and will need adopters willing to work...

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (17 miles away from East Sussex)

  • Lucky 3

    Lucky

    2 weeks ago
    • 15 Year Old Male

    ...you be Lucky's perfect match? Lucky can be left for short periods of time, as he enjoys settling down for a nap alongside Ralph. Any time alone would need to be gradually built up once they are settled into their new home. Lucky could potentially live with secondary school-aged children who understand that he is an older gentleman and would benefit from a calm, peaceful...

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (56 miles away from East Sussex)

  • Ralph 1

    Ralph

    2 weeks ago
    • 15 Year Old Male

    ...a calm and gentle pace of life. He can be left for short periods of time as he enjoys having a cosy nap, although this would need to be gradually built up once he has settled into his new home. Ralph is a super-friendly, affectionate old boy who will happily stick by your side and soak up all the love you have to give. He would be happiest in a calm, loving home where he...

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (56 miles away from East Sussex)

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    Dolly Parton

    2 weeks ago
    • 13 Year Old Female

    ...with new people and, once settled, can be left for short periods. Dolly loves her toys, carrying her favourites around...visitors. Dolly is not comfortable around other Dogs and will bark, growl and sometimes pull towards them when out, so she will need to be the only dog in the home and have patient, understanding owners who can help her manage these encounters. In...

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (56 miles away from East Sussex)

  • Poppy 6

    Poppy

    • 14 Year Old Female

    ...help Poppy build up her confidence with being left for short periods.

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (17 miles away from East Sussex)

  • Buddy 2

    Buddy

    • 9 Year Old Male

    ...belt, he could be persuaded to engage in training in short, sweet sessions as long as a tasty treat is on offer. Buddy can settle nicely in the home so could be left for up to 4 hours, any leaving time would need to be built up slowly once he has had time to settle into his new home. Buddy takes daily medication and will need to meet his adopters a few times prior to going...

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent (53 miles away from East Sussex)

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    Lulu

    • 1 Year Old Female

    ...are calm and gentle. They are confident around other Dogs and could happily live with other Dogs, cats, and small furries. They would also be well suited to a home...understand how to interact respectfully with small Dogs. Low in energy but big on affection, Lulu and Lottie love nothing more than curling up for a cuddle with their humans after enjoying a leisurely walk...

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (56 miles away from East Sussex)

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    Lottie

    • 1 Year Old Female

    ...are calm and gentle. They are confident around other Dogs and could happily live with other Dogs, cats, and small furries. They would also be well suited to a home...understand how to interact respectfully with small Dogs. Low in energy but big on affection, Lulu and Lottie love nothing more than curling up for a cuddle with their humans after enjoying a leisurely walk...

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (56 miles away from East Sussex)

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  • castle 1

    castle

    16 hours ago
    • 2 Year Old Female

    ...ideal home Castle is a sweet 2-year-old Chihuahua who is a very scared little lady and currently finds the world a rather daunting place. She is slowly gaining confidence, particularly with carers she is beginning to build a bond with, although this remains a work in progress. Castle needs people who understand that everything will need to happen slowly and at her...

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (56 miles away from East Sussex)

  • Honey 2

    Honey

    16 hours ago
    • 5 Year Old Female

    ...their own pace. They cannot live with other dogs, cats or small furries, but they can live with secondary-school-aged children who understand that they may need space and time to settle. They currently cannot be left alone and will need a family who can be there to support them while they learn that the world is a safe place. A secure garden would be a real benefit, giving...

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (56 miles away from East Sussex)

  • Tallulah 4

    Tallulah

    4 days ago
    • 8 Year Old Female

    ...be Tallulah's perfect match? Tutu is a very sweet Chihuahua who loves all the home comforts and spending time with her siblings. She would love patient, kind and caring adopters who can help her settle back into home life and shower her with all the love she deserves. She absolutely loves toys and playing with them. Once she gets to know you, her sweet, affectionate side...

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (55 miles away from East Sussex)

  • Peggy 2

    Peggy

    4 days ago
    • 7 Year Old Female

    ...ideal home Meet Peggy, a 7.5-year-old Chihuahua. She is currently kennel-sharing with two of her sisters. Peggy could be rehomed with one of her siblings; however, she would not be able to be rehomed with any other pets in the home. She could live with secondary-aged children. Peggy's adopters should be patient with her as she adjusts to living in a home again. Could...

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (55 miles away from East Sussex)

  • Hallie 4

    Hallie

    1 week ago
    • 7 Year Old Female

    ...If you are interested in adopting more than one Chihuahua, please let us know. Above all, Hallie is looking for a loving home where she can feel supported, understood and part of the family. With patience, consistency and the right guidance, she can continue to build her confidence while working towards a healthier, happier lifestyle. Could you be Hallie's perfect...

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (55 miles away from East Sussex)

  • Maggie May 5

    Maggie May

    1 week ago
    • 2 Year Old Female

    ...She is a sweet and curious girl who loves other dogs and can walk, run and play alongside them with no issues. Her perfect afternoon would be a game of fetch in the garden with her owners. Maggie May is such a loving, cuddly girl and just wants to be cosy by your side. Her new family will be so lucky to have her.

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (147 miles away from East Sussex)

  • Tiny Tim 1

    Tiny Tim

    2 weeks ago
    • 3 Year Old Male

    ...bum scratch! He can be a bit vocal initially, in true Chihuahua style, but warms up quickly. Tiny Tim loves to get out and explore new places on his adventures, and walks well on the lead. He enjoys travelling in the car, but does have a yap if you stop at a traffic light or two. Tiny Tim is a sweetie pie with lots of love to give, and will bring lots of joy to his new...

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (147 miles away from East Sussex)

  • Izzy 3

    Izzy

    2 weeks ago
    • 16 Year Old Female

    ...ideal home Izzy is a super sweet 16-year-old Chihuahua who may be an older lady, but she still has plenty of love and curiosity to share. She is coping well in kennels, although she is always more than happy to come out for a little potter and enjoys exploring new areas, having a good sniff and taking in her surroundings. Izzy doesn’t always need to go far due to her...

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (56 miles away from East Sussex)

  • Frankie Chi 4

    Frankie Chi

    2 weeks ago
    • 8 Year Old Male

    Frankie Chi's ideal home Meet Frankie, an 8-year-old Pomeranian X. Frankie can be worried by handling at times, so he would appreciate adopters who can understand his worries and move at his pace. He is suitable to live with secondary-aged children and has the potential to live with another well-rounded dog, pending meets at the centre. He could also live with a dog-savvy cat,

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (55 miles away from East Sussex)

  • Bluebell 3

    Bluebell

    3 weeks ago
    • 7 Year Old Female

    Bluebell's ideal home Bluebell is looking for a quieter home where she can enjoy all her home comforts. She's able to share her home with older secondary school aged children, but would do better as an only pet. She'll need any leaving hours to be built up slowly as she has previously not been used to being left alone. Bluebell come into our care due to her owner's ill health,

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (147 miles away from East Sussex)

  • Saturn 1

    Saturn

    • 5 Year Old Male

    ...he can settle at his own pace. He can be nervous around dogs he doesn't know and has previously guarded his food from other ...so he will need to be the only dog in the home. Saturn could live with older secondary-school-aged children who are able to understand and respect his need for space. His ideal family will be committed to helping him feel safe and secure,...

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (56 miles away from East Sussex)

  • Awaiting Photos

    Welhard

    • 5 Year Old Male

    ...to form a bond. He is also very worried around other dogs and will generally choose to avoid them. Could you be Welhard's perfect match? Welhard would suit a calm, patient family who understand his nervous nature and are willing to help him progress at his own pace. He could potentially live with older secondary school-aged children who can respect his boundaries and...

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (56 miles away from East Sussex)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Adopting a Chihuahua usually involves completing an application form, meeting the dog in person, and agreeing to any checks or requirements set by the current owner or rescue organisation. This helps ensure the Chihuahua is matched with the right home.

  • Before adopting a Chihuahua, consider the breed's exercise needs, grooming requirements, and temperament. Understanding the typical traits of a Chihuahua can help you decide if it's the right fit for your lifestyle.

  • Browse the listings on this page to see Chihuahua dogs currently available for adoption. You can filter by location to find Chihuahuas closer to you, making it easier to arrange a visit and meet the dog in person.

  • Many rescues and private owners charge an adoption fee. This fee often covers vaccinations, microchipping, and sometimes neutering, helping to ensure the dog is healthy and ready for a new home.

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