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Boog — Bonded Buddy With Elliot

Chihuahua

Male, Senior
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
HOW TO ADOPT: This animal is available for adoption by appointment. To schedule a time to meet this animal, please email meetme@arl-iowa.org.---Boog and Elliot are Bonded Buddies; they'll be adopted as a pair - Prefers to explore and do his own thing here in the shelter, but will likely open up more once he's in a home environment and has had time to decompress - Draws confidence from his dog friend- Young, noisy or busy children can be too much for him (mature home recommended) This pet is considered to be in their senior years and may enjoy calmer activities and environments. They may also have medical or behavior needs related to their age. Click here for tips for making a comfortable life for senior pets.All adoptable dogs and puppies are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and DA2PPV as appropriate for their age)The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: White Weight: 6.2 Age: 14yrs 0mths 4wks

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Johnny Rocket

Chihuahua

Female, Young
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Primary Color: Blonde Weight: 9.6 Age: 1yrs 0mths 3wks

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Edward II

Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
HOW TO ADOPT: This animal is available for adoption by appointment. To schedule a time to meet this animal, please email meetme@arl-iowa.org.---- Can be shy in new environments at first but opens up beautifully with time and treats - Has liked exploring his foster family's home and hanging out on the couch - LOVES spending time in his foster family's yard and running through the garden like he owns the place - Likes sitting in his people's laps for pets - Has done great with cats and other dogs in his foster home - Looking for a teens-and-up home right now All adoptable dogs and puppies are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and DA2PPV as appropriate for their age)The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: White Secondary Color: Tan Weight: 20 Age: 4yrs 0mths 2wks

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Krillin

Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Primary Color: White Secondary Color: Brown Weight: 11 Age: 4yrs 0mths 1wks

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Photo of Elliot — Bonded Buddy With Boog

Elliot — Bonded Buddy With Boog

Chihuahua

Female, Young
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
HOW TO ADOPT: This animal is available for adoption by appointment. To schedule a time to meet this animal, please email meetme@arl-iowa.org.---Elliot and Boog are Bonded Buddies; they'll be adopted as a pair - Shy pup who may need extra time to warm up to new people and things; will likely open up in a home environment with patience and time and may prefer a calm, quiet home - Young, noisy or busy children can be too much for him (mature home recommended) - Enjoys like-minded dog friends All adoptable dogs and puppies are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and DA2PPV as appropriate for their age)The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: Red Weight: 16.5 Age: 1yrs 0mths 4wks

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Jebbey

Chihuahua

Male, 12 yrs
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Jebbey is a 12-year old chihuahua mix who loves to cuddle. He is in good health for his age with the exception of a heart murmur. He has had a dental and is up to date on his vaccinations. He likes to wear doggie clothes to keep him warm and is all about snuggling with you or on a heating pad for warmth. He does well with going potty outside or inside on potty pads. He is currently enjoying the luxury of a doggie door which allows him outside access as he needs it. Jebbey does well with kids and adults, cats, and the female small dogs in his foster home. He would like a home without large dogs. A dog intro is required if you have an existing dog which can be done at the time of the home visit. If you are looking for an older cuddly companion and are ok with yearly vet visits as well as the additional cost that comes with senior dogs, Jebbey may be the right fit for your loving home. His adoption fee is $50 since he is a senior boy. If you are interested in meeting Jebbey, please complete the dog application at https://safehomerescue.org/how-to-adopt/dog-adoption-form/

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Photo of Boog — Bonded Buddy With Elliot

Boog — Bonded Buddy With Elliot

Chihuahua

Male, Senior
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
HOW TO ADOPT: This animal is available for adoption by appointment. To schedule a time to meet this animal, please email meetme@arl-iowa.org.---Boog and Elliot are Bonded Buddies; they'll be adopted as a pair - Prefers to explore and do his own thing here in the shelter, but will likely open up more once he's in a home environment and has had time to decompress - Draws confidence from his dog friend- Young, noisy or busy children can be too much for him (mature home recommended) This pet is considered to be in their senior years and may enjoy calmer activities and environments. They may also have medical or behavior needs related to their age. Click here for tips for making a comfortable life for senior pets.All adoptable dogs and puppies are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and DA2PPV as appropriate for their age)The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: White Weight: 6.2 Age: 14yrs 0mths 4wks

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Johnny Rocket

Chihuahua

Female, Young
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Primary Color: Blonde Weight: 9.6 Age: 1yrs 0mths 3wks

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Photo of Edward II

Edward II

Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
HOW TO ADOPT: This animal is available for adoption by appointment. To schedule a time to meet this animal, please email meetme@arl-iowa.org.---- Can be shy in new environments at first but opens up beautifully with time and treats - Has liked exploring his foster family's home and hanging out on the couch - LOVES spending time in his foster family's yard and running through the garden like he owns the place - Likes sitting in his people's laps for pets - Has done great with cats and other dogs in his foster home - Looking for a teens-and-up home right now All adoptable dogs and puppies are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and DA2PPV as appropriate for their age)The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: White Secondary Color: Tan Weight: 20 Age: 4yrs 0mths 2wks

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Krillin

Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Primary Color: White Secondary Color: Brown Weight: 11 Age: 4yrs 0mths 1wks

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Photo of Elliot — Bonded Buddy With Boog

Elliot — Bonded Buddy With Boog

Chihuahua

Female, Young
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
HOW TO ADOPT: This animal is available for adoption by appointment. To schedule a time to meet this animal, please email meetme@arl-iowa.org.---Elliot and Boog are Bonded Buddies; they'll be adopted as a pair - Shy pup who may need extra time to warm up to new people and things; will likely open up in a home environment with patience and time and may prefer a calm, quiet home - Young, noisy or busy children can be too much for him (mature home recommended) - Enjoys like-minded dog friends All adoptable dogs and puppies are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and DA2PPV as appropriate for their age)The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: Red Weight: 16.5 Age: 1yrs 0mths 4wks

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Photo of Jebbey

Jebbey

Chihuahua

Male, 12 yrs
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Jebbey is a 12-year old chihuahua mix who loves to cuddle. He is in good health for his age with the exception of a heart murmur. He has had a dental and is up to date on his vaccinations. He likes to wear doggie clothes to keep him warm and is all about snuggling with you or on a heating pad for warmth. He does well with going potty outside or inside on potty pads. He is currently enjoying the luxury of a doggie door which allows him outside access as he needs it. Jebbey does well with kids and adults, cats, and the female small dogs in his foster home. He would like a home without large dogs. A dog intro is required if you have an existing dog which can be done at the time of the home visit. If you are looking for an older cuddly companion and are ok with yearly vet visits as well as the additional cost that comes with senior dogs, Jebbey may be the right fit for your loving home. His adoption fee is $50 since he is a senior boy. If you are interested in meeting Jebbey, please complete the dog application at https://safehomerescue.org/how-to-adopt/dog-adoption-form/

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Mercedes

Pomeranian

Female, Adult
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: Cream Weight: 8.88 Age: 2yrs 0mths 1wks

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Chihuahua shelters & rescues in Des Moines, Iowa

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for Chihuahua puppies in Des Moines, Iowa. Browse these Chihuahua rescues and shelters below.

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Shelter

2.7 miles

Animal Rescue League of Iowa Inc.

5452 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50313

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Rescue

4.6 miles

Safe Home Rescue

PO Box 57448, Des Moines, IA 50317

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Shelter

6 miles

Polk County Humane Society (in Missouri) - Iowa Transport

11101 University Ave Ste B, Clive, IA 50325

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

6 miles

God's Dogs Rescue of TX for IA Transport Stop

Clive, IA 50325

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

20.2 miles

Forever Home Dog Rescue

PO Box 33, Indianola, IA 50125

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

22.9 miles

AHeinz57 Pet Rescue & Transport, Inc.

109 Guthrie, P.O. Box 188, DeSoto, IA 50069

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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