3Dragon's ideal home Say hello to Dragon, our sweet little 1 year old Crossbreed. Dragon is a shy boy who may take a little while to warm up to you, because he has never left the house before and isn't used to being around people. He is currently sharing his kennel with two of his brothers, so would benefit from having social doggy friends in the future and could potentially
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan
1Maybelle's ideal home Maybelle is a very sweet girl who just wants to spend time with her favourite people. She can be quite shy with new people and for her general handling but once she knows you she will gain in trust and grow in confidence. Maybelle is looking for a home as the only pet and can live with children of secondary school age. She does find interacting with other
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire
2Harpy's ideal home Meet Harpy, our beautiful 2 year old Crossbreed. This gorgeous girl came into our care with a litter puppies, but is now ready for someone to look after her for a change. Poor Harpy has never left the house before so will need a family who are able to guide her through her initial training and show her that the outside world is nothing to be afraid of. Harpy
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan
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Fig's ideal home Fig is a gentle, sensitive 5‑year‑old crossbreed who’s learning to trust the world again. She’s nervous at first, but with calm handling and steady routines she blossoms into a sweet, affectionate little shadow who loves snuggles on her terms. She gets on brilliantly with other dogs and may even gain confidence from having a calm canine friend, though
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire
1Goblin's ideal home Meet our worried boy, Goblin. He is a 1.5-year old Crossbreed looking for his forever home with a calm, kind, understanding family. Goblin is a really sweet boy who is considerably more worried than his siblings, so is looking for a home with all children 16yrs+. Goblin will need to go home with another dog - ideally one from the same litter. He shuts down
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan
5Troll's ideal home Say hello to Troll, our handsome and sweet 1 year old Crossbreed with bunches of character! Troll is currently sharing his kennel with two of his friends and so would like to be rehomed with another dog as he loves the company. This sweetie can be quite nervous and unsure when first meeting new people, but once he gets to know you he really enjoys the
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan
2Guinness's ideal home Great personality Guiness is an 4 year old Chihuahua who is ready to find his forever home. Currently living off site in a foster home where he is loving all the comforts of home life. Guiness is super friendly and wants to say hi to everyone he sees. he loves to get snuggly in a cosy blanket on the sofa. Guinness is quite happy to pootle around the
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Rescue Centre / Charity • ,
5Darby's ideal home Darby is a 2 year old Chihuahua who is as cute as a button and looking for a home with his bestie Dixie. Darby loves to climb on to your lap for a little snuggle and snooze, or you will find her cuddled up with Dixie. He is a curious little lad who can be a little worried in new situations. Could you be Darby's perfect match? Having constant companionship
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Glasgow, Scotland
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Pearl's ideal home Sweet little lady Pearl is a 2 year old Chihuahua who loves to use her nose to explore and sniff out exciting smells. She is learning about toys and loves to chase them around if thrown for them, she isn’t really sure what to do once she has caught them just yet. She takes a little time get to know you, but once she has a bond and trusts you she loves a
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Chestfield, Kent
3Valentino's ideal home Valentino is a 5 month old Chihuahua cross Dachshund who is looking for a calm, committed home with children aged 14 years and over, where leaving hours are minimal to begin with as he has never been left alone before. He must live with another dog, who can help him feel secure and show him the ropes as he grows in confidence. A secure private garden
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Newton Tony, Wiltshire
3Ross's ideal home Ross can live with other dogs of a similar size and temperament, and also cats. Any children in the home will need to be 10 and over. Ross is house trained but not used to spending any length of time by himself. Ross has some medical issues including a grade two heart murmur, skin problems and hypothyroidism, and requires medication daily. Could you be Ross's
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside
8Xaden's ideal home Xaden is a super sweet boy who has really blossomed in foster and is now ready to start his next chapter in a forever home. He could happily live with calm, secondary school aged children and would love a home where he can be the only pet, allowing him to fully relax and feel secure. Xaden does find other dogs overwhelming and will bark at dogs he sees, so
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan
4Sophie's ideal home Sophie is looking for a home with her best friend Angel. They can live with cats and teenagers and are both house trained but not used to being left alone for long periods. Could you be Sophie's perfect match? Sophie and Angel are a gentle pair of golden girls who find themselves looking for a new home after their owner passed away. They like a quiet life
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside
4Angel's ideal home Angel is looking for a home with her best friend Sophie. They can live with cats and teenagers and are both house trained but not used to being left alone for long periods. Could you be Angel's perfect match? Angel and Sophie are a gentle pair of golden girls who find themselves looking for a new home after their owner passed away. They like a quiet life and
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside
2Kai's ideal home Kai would love a peaceful home that can offer a relaxed routine, a cosy environment, and plenty of gentle companionship. He’ll thrive with someone who appreciates the joys of sharing life with a senior dog and understands that he enjoys both together time and quiet independence. A calm household where he can settle in at his own pace, potter about, and
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Rescue Centre / Charity • ,
4Buddy's ideal home Buddy is our utterly adorable 4 month old Chihuahua X Jack Russell Terrier. He is a tiny boy but his ears are a different story and he may just take off with them! He is currently out in foster and just being the best (and cutest) houseguest, making friends with the resident dogs and cuddling up for the evening with his foster carers. For a small boy he is a
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Rescue Centre / Charity • West Calder, West Lothian
5Loki's ideal home Loki can be worried by other dogs and bark at them so he would like a private secure garden and adopters that can continue his socialisation with calmer dogs as he has been doing that here. It would be beneficial if Loki could go to an area where it is not highly populated with lots of dogs. Loki will need an adult only home, with no visiting children as he
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Manchester, Greater Manchester
2Mabel's ideal home Mabel is a 5-year-old Chihuahua who is looking for a home where she can get plenty of cuddles. She would like to be the only dog in the household and would suit a family with children aged 5+ who are happy to share their space and time with a very affectionate little companion. Leaving hours will need to be kept minimal initially and built up slowly, as
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Newton Tony, Wiltshire
3Rolo's ideal home Rolo can live with sensible children over the age of 10 as well as cats and other small dogs. He's house trained but isn't used to being home alone at all. Could you be Rolo's perfect match? Tiny Rolo is very bewildered by all that's going on around him. He hasn't really been out of the house and suddenly he's in a busy, noisy environment, doing his best.
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside
3Chyna's ideal home Meet cuddly girl Chyna, an almost 14 year old Chihuahua cross who will definitely steal your heart. She just wants the simple things in life, a gentle stroll followed by a snooze on the sofa, and if there are a few tasty treats in the mix, the day is made! She likes a gentle fuss and will sit on your lap for cuddles, back scratches are her favourite,
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Chestfield, Kent
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.
