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Chihuahua puppies and dogs in Elkhart, Indiana

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BATMAN

Chihuahua

Male, 3 yrs
Elkhart, IN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Batman. Bruce Wayne. The Dark Knight.   Elkhart's Caped Crusader is ready for his next adventure! Batman is approx. 3 years old & weights a whopping 5#. He's a fun loving, happy, playful, & curious little dude.  He can also be quite snuggly. Batman likes other dogs. We do not know yet how he feels about cats but we can test him if needed. He would do fine with older children who will respect his petite stature. Batman is housetrained & does great in his bat cave at night & during the day. He doesn't require a fenced in yard but he will need to be on a leash or tie out when outside. He's fast like The Flash. Batman's adoption fee is $200. He is fully vetted for 1 year, neutered, microchipped, & on preventatives.  Please visit www.trackingintheshadows.com to apply. Please live within 1 hour of Elkhart IN. *We do not accept electric/underground fences. All dogs & cats in the home must be spayed/neutered & up to date on core vaccines & preventatives in order for your application to be approved.* ##2196475##

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We'll also keep you updated on Chiweenie Amelia IN FOSTER & HOUSE TRAINED's adoption status with email updates.
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Chiweenie Amelia IN FOSTER & HOUSE TRAINED

Chihuahua Dachshund

Female, 6 yrs 8 mos
Mishawaka, IN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Chiweenie Amelia came to us from a kill shelter in Indiana. This is a nice, friendly girl who is good with people & other dogs. She is very sweet, happy but would benefit from some basic obedience and confidence building. Her approx. birth date is 02/14/18 and she currently weighs 8.4#. We are guessing at her breed make up. This girl has been a labor of love and came to us in rough shape! Thank you to her foster mom for getting her healthy! Amelia is house trained. She has been vet. checked, spayed, micro chipped, is up to date on routine shots & wormings including rabies, and has been treated with flea & heart worm preventative per our protocol. She is heart worm negative and had a complete dental. Her adoption donation is $250 and needs to be cash, certified check, money order or a debit/credit card. There is a 3% processing fee when using a debit/credit card. We do not ship or transport.Please email for an application if you would like to provide this nice kid with her forever home. ##1912730##
We'll also keep you updated on Poppy's adoption status with email updates.
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Poppy

Chihuahua

Male, Adult
South Bend, IN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Poppy, 10+ yrs. old, 10lbs, Male, Chihuahua mix, established potty habits, crate trained Poppy came into foster care a timid and underweight little guy. Throughout his stay he has gained both weight and confidence. Although he is still unsure sometimes he regularly seeks out affection and continues to grow each day. Poppy does suffer from seizures, but his condition has improved greatly with medication and are now a very rare occassion. Our best guess is they are at least partially stress induced. Poppy does well enough with other dogs, but due to his age doesn't engage with them, cats are unknown and due to his size small children should be avoided. Poppy lives for food, tv watching and a good fluffy bed. He's a low maintenance lilttle guy who would do well in most homes.   If you are viewing this pet's profile on Petfinder or Adopt-a-Pet,.please use the application link at the bottom of the profile to apply. Clicking the "Ask About" button does not submit an application. It only submits a question which will delay an application submission.    All dogs are spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccinations, heartworm tested negative (age 7 months and older) and microchipped. We do not ship or transport. A dog's adoption donation is $100. There is a $5 fee for credit/debit cards. If you are interested in adopting one of our dogs, please fill out an online application here: www.heartlandsmallanimalrescue.org/canine-application.html ##1598548##
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Leonard - In a Foster Home!

Chihuahua Pug

Male, 2 yrs 7 mos
South Bend, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
LEONARDIn Foster HomeDo you have room in your heart for a special-needs dog? We can tell from the way he bobs his head when stressed and circles and spins when he is excited that he has something unique going on in his little head. If we had to guess his breed, we think a terrier mix with maybe some Boston terrier, chihuahua or French bulldog in there. Leonard loves the company of other dogs and would make a great playmate for a dog who enjoys a good game of chase or wrestling. He really needs another dog around in order to be happy. Leonard has come a long way toward being potty trained, given ample opportunities to go outdoors. He also is using potty pads indoors. He has a beautiful shiny blue coat which makes him stand out from the pack. He likes to hang out with the people without having to sit on a lap or be cuddled too much. He seems to be mesmerized by things daily and is always cocking his head in the cutest way. His foster mom works from home and he LOVES that. If you have dreams of him being an obedience champion, you’ll have to let those go. He really is a very simple fella who just wants a good home with a playful dog or two and some people who will be around a lot and let him be who he is. DOB 3/15/22 18 PoundsI'm waiting for a home to call my own. email webmaster@petrefuge.com to learn more about me or fill out an application at https://www.petrefuge.com/adoptPet Refuge was formed in 1978 to help with cats and dogs in need of homes. We are a limited admission shelter that supports our local animals control facilities by helping take in the overflow of cats and dogs from their facilities. We also take in owner surrenders as space allows.Pet Refuge is a volunteer based shelter, learn more about us on our website - petrefuge.com or send an email to webmaster@petrefuge.com or leave a message at 574-231-1122.We are always recruiting new volunteers. Our volunteers work hard and also have family and jobs away from Pet Refuge, we ask for your patience in correspondence.
We'll also keep you updated on Thor's adoption status with email updates.
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Thor

Chihuahua Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 9 mos
South Bend, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet our little Thor, who probably is a bit of a chihuahua and terrier mix. He can take a little time to warm up to new people, but once he knows you he shares his happy tail wagging side. Thor loves to sit in your lap, and will be extremely devoted to his new owner. He is full of personality and love. We are unsure at this point, how he would get along with other animals. Due to his initial shyness, a home without small children would be best.DOB 1/6/22 11 PoundsI'm waiting for a home to call my own. email webmaster@petrefuge.com to learn more about me or fill out an application at https://www.petrefuge.com/adoptPet Refuge was formed in 1978 to help with cats and dogs in need of homes. We are a limited admission shelter that supports our local animals control facilities by helping take in the overflow of cats and dogs from their facilities. We also take in owner surrenders as space allows.Pet Refuge is a volunteer based shelter, learn more about us on our website - petrefuge.com or send an email to webmaster@petrefuge.com or leave a message at 574-231-1122.We are always recruiting new volunteers. Our volunteers work hard and also have family and jobs away from Pet Refuge, we ask for your patience in correspondence.
We'll also keep you updated on Peanut - In a Foster Home's adoption status with email updates.
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Peanut - In a Foster Home

Chihuahua

Male, 4 yrs 8 mos
South Bend, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Peanut is quite the character! He will do a happy dance for treats, and spin with excitement when you come home. Peanut has the typical traits of being a Chihuahua and forgets his true size wanting to protect his surroundings. He has lived with other small dogs in his foster home, but prefers dogs not to be too overwhelming. Peanut is in a foster home, so if you would like to meet him go to our website and fill out an application, and we will call you to set up an appointment. Peanut's foster mom wants him to have a fenced yard for his safety and older children only.DOB 8/26/21 11 PoundsI'm waiting for a home to call my own. email webmaster@petrefuge.com to learn more about me or fill out an application at https://www.petrefuge.com/adoptPet Refuge was formed in 1978 to help with cats and dogs in need of homes. We are a limited admission shelter that supports our local animals control facilities by helping take in the overflow of cats and dogs from their facilities. We also take in owner surrenders as space allows.Pet Refuge is a volunteer based shelter, learn more about us on our website - petrefuge.com or send an email to webmaster@petrefuge.com or leave a message at 574-231-1122.We are always recruiting new volunteers. Our volunteers work hard and also have family and jobs away from Pet Refuge, we ask for your patience in correspondence.
We'll also keep you updated on Princess- Sponsored's adoption status with email updates.
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Princess- Sponsored

Chihuahua

Female, 8 yrs 1 mo
Pierceton, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Give the shelter a call at (574) 267-3008 or email them at info@awlwarsaw.com if you have any questions about me! If not, stop by the shelter at 1048 S 325 E in Pierceton, IN 46562 to look at me! No appointments necessary!

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We'll also keep you updated on Chip's adoption status with email updates.
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Chip

Pomeranian

Male, 2 yrs 7 mos
Elkhart, IN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Chip is once again looking for his new home Chip has been adopted twice and returned so we are going to try it one more time. Each time Chip has been bounced from home to home he becomes ever more unsettled and its really not fair to him. He is confused and hasn’t had enough time to get into a routine. I will be very honest in the type of home Chip needs. Although it may take time to find just the right family, we as a rescue want his next placement to be his forever home.  He is a very special boy with some special requirements and needs. A potential adopter should have zero expectations for Chip as this will set him up for failure.   Medical: Chip has had a full medical workup. Parrett Veterinary Clinic to rule out any medical. We did a full bloodwork panel and urinalysis along with x-rays. He has been cleared for adoption physically.  He has been neutered and vaccinated, on prevention and has a Bordatella.   Behaviorally: What I've observed in my home is that Chip wants to have things his way. He can also be a pretty fearful dog.  We believe that this goes back in time before Chip ever came into rescue and it will be important for Chip’s new family to enroll in confidence classes and help continue his confidence at home as well as open up his world to new things.  We are seeking a family who can be respectful of chip and his bubble. Even after an adjustment time of 3 weeks to 3 months he is still a quirky dog and doesn’t always appreciate love and affection.  He is happy to tell you he has had enough politely but will escalate if you don’t listen to him. His cues are very noticeable, and we can go into these in more details to set his new home up for success.   Let's talk about what Chip needs to succeed in a new home and environment. He needs an Adult/teenage only home. If children come to visit, they must be respectful of him and his space. Chip is great with cats. Dogs need to be coexisters. We have seen Chip play with dogs in his previous home but he takes time to feel comfortable to be able to play with them. Chip is really a very easy going dog when he is left to just dog. Let him go at his pace.   Lastly, If your still reading then you might be just the person Chip needs. Here is what you can expect the first few weeks. Chip will drag a leash 24/7. Chip is housebroken and crate trained but sometimes he doesn’t like to go out and so guiding him with a leash until he is in a routine is best. Fenced required. No electric/underground fencing allowed.   Once comfortable Chip will turn sideways for you to pick him up. He will also jump on the couch to sit by you. This could take a couple months, but oh the reward when it happens. Basically, this is all on CHIPS TIME. He is not a needy dog so don't expect that from him. If you are interested please fill out an application at www.trackingintheshadows.com Adoption fee $200 All pets in the home must be up to date on vaccines spayed/neutered, and receive monthly heartworm prevention.  ##1986346##

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Tracking In The Shadows - Rescuing Lost Dogs

Elkhart, IN 46517

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Homeward Bound Animal Welfare Group

Mishawaka, IN 46546

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Heartland Small Animal Rescue

PO Box 6033, South Bend, IN 46660

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Pet Refuge, Inc

4626 South Burnett Drive, South Bend, IN 46614

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Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County

1048 S 325 E, Pierceton, IN 46562

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