For a list of Chihuahua Rescue Organizations where you may find your perfect match scroll to the bottom of the page.
Although I advocate for Chihuahuas and try to help as many Chihuahua rescue organizations as possible. Rescue in itself is not the purpose of ChiChis And Me.
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The purpose of ChiChis And Me is to help educate Chihuahua owners and anyone that wants to know, to better understand the Chihuahua breed and their unique needs. What specifically Chihuahuas need as far as health care, nutrition, training, and behavior.
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Below you will find a list of Chihuahua organizations that can help you find the perfect Chihuahua companion for you. But, first, there are a few things to consider before you decide to adopt.
A dog can be many things. A dog can be your best buddy, your exercise partner, loving companion, and very best friend and comforter. But dog ownership is a lot of work. A dog requires time and money.
Adopting a dog is not something to take lightly. A dog (or any pet, for that matter) is a living breathing thing that is totally dependent on you for his/her health and welfare. It is a commitment that will last their whole lifetime. Here are a few things to carefully consider before adopting a dog, especially a rescue dog.
Remember, puppies, as human babies need a lot of your time and attention. It will take many hours each day to train and exercise your puppy. But all that time and attention will pay off in the long run.
You’ve seen those really cool dogs that are well trained and follow commands and do tricks……that didn’t happen accidentally! An older dog is not as needy as a puppy, but will still need training and attention.
What you’ll learn:
There are many things that are absolutely necessary to keep your new dog healthy and happy. Dogs need regular nail clipping and bathing and teeth cleaning.
You may be able to do those things yourself and save money, but they still will need annual dental checkups. If you get a long-haired Chihuahua they will need to be groomed on a regular basis also.
According to the ASPCA, we spend more than $1,000 annually on veterinary expenses. There is spaying or neutering, annual vaccinations. We already mentioned dental exams. Dogs do get sick from time to time, and no matter how careful you may be, they also have accidents, so you have to consider that. In 2018 Americans alone spent over 18 Billion dollars on vet care. That does not include pet products, food, etc.
Chihuahuas also are prone to knee problems because of their small stature. My little one had a patella that slipped and was very painful for her. She had surgery on both knees to correct it. My veterinarian told me that small dogs are more prone to this type of problem.
Then there is the cost of beds, crates, collars, leashes, toys, treats, food, and of course if your Chi will tolerate it, clothes. That is a big debate; whether or not to dress your Chihuahua, but they really do need coats and sweaters when it is cold outside. They are so tiny they get cold easily.
As you can see there is a lot to consider. But there is much more than that. Dogs need socialization, not just with you or your family, but with other children, other dogs, and cats. Your freedom will be limited.
Thankfully more and more airlines and hotels are recognizing the need to include their guests four-legged family members and you can take them with you many places, but not all.
This is a very short list of things to consider before adopting a dog. If you have carefully taken all these things into consideration and you do decide to adopt a rescue dog, here are a few Chihuahua Rescue groups that I have found.
CHIHUAHUA & SMALL DOG RESCUE, INC.
At Chihuahua & Small Dog Rescue, Inc., we are dedicated to finding the best possible home for each Chihuahua and small dog we have in our care. Also, we are committed to good health and quality of life for each and every little one that we rescue. All of our little furry friends are placed in healthy, safe and loving foster homes and, therefore, are not housed in a shelter situation.
Chihuahua Rescue & Transport (CRT) is a national foster-based rescue group that places Chihuahuas and Chihuahua mixes in approved homes. Our purpose is to extend public education and awareness regarding abuse and neglect. We have placed hundreds of Chihuahuas and Chihuahua mixes in approved homes. CRT requires an application, vet check, reference check and home visit for each adopter.
Serving San Francisco, Martin, Sonoma, East Bay Areas. A Leg Up Rescue is a nonprofit, 501c3 organization dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and then adopting small dogs (mostly Chihuahuas and mixes). We offer a variety of services to adopters, as well as to those who currently have a small dog and are seeking assistance with behavior modification, house training, nutrition, etc.
Chihuahua-Toy Breed Rescue & Retirement – Florida Chapter
We are a small and passionate rescue group in South Florida. We are all nonprofit and all volunteer. We began about 3 years ago and since then we have rescued over 300 loving little friends! We do this for all the animals that need a loving heart, open arms, a tender touch, and medical care and treatment until they are healthy and ready for their own forever home.
Because we are all-volunteer, please be patient when you call or submit your application. It may take us up to 4 days to get back to you but we will contact you by phone or email.
We adopt out to the tri-state area of Florida, Alabama, and Georgia but you will have to drive to where the foster home is located for the first meeting with the pet or pets and our volunteers.
Here you can find Chihuahuas and Chihuahua mixes in shelters and foster homes of any size, and color. Long-haired and Short-haired in any state of the US. 
We rescue tiny dogs under 5 lbs, many of which are chihuahuas. We are located in northwest Washington, but we consider adopting to out of state individuals upon approval.
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My dream is that someday there will be no need for rescue organizations except for a few special cases. For instance when a pet owner dies or must move and they can’t have pets in their new place. My very special dream is that there will be no more puppy mills!
Harley’s Dream is that all puppy mills will be shut down for good. Harley was a puppy mill Chihuahua and has passed away, but his dream continues. If you would like to help support Harley’s Dream, click the button to learn more about Harley and how his work is continuing without him.
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