Chihuahua puppies and dogs in Minneapolis, Minnesota

🌸 Meet Piper! 🌸 This 7-year-old, 8-pound chihuahua mix has a heart as big as her ears—and she’s SO ready to share it with her forever family. 🐾 Piper and her sister Chloe were picked up as strays and ended up in a high-kill shelter, but everything changed the moment they came into rescue. Piper has bloomed into the sweetest, most affectionate little companion. She’s gentle, loving, and happiest when she’s snuggled up right beside her person. She melts into your arms like she’s been waiting her whole life for that moment. ✨ She’s confident, easygoing, and absolutely the kind of dog who makes you feel chosen. Plus—she’s house trained and crate trained! 🙌 If you’re searching for a tiny, loyal shadow who will follow you from couch to bed and everywhere in between, Piper is your girl.

✨ Say Hello to Papaya! 🐾✨ This delightful 3-year-old, 15-pound fluffball is a black-and-white heeler/chihuahua mix bursting with personality! 💖 Papaya is a recent arrival, and she is SO ready to start her next chapter—a chapter filled with fun, love, and all the cuddles she can get. Papaya is energetic, playful, and always down for a good time. Whether it’s exploring, zooming around the yard, or climbing into your lap for affection, this girl brings joy everywhere she goes. She’s on the lookout for a family to adore, adventure with, and shower with her sweet, sassy charm. Get ready to fall head over heels for Papaya—because she is unforgettable! 🥰🐶💕

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Meet Hera! This 2-year-old, 13.5-pound Chihuahua may be small in size, but she has a huge heart and an even bigger love for snuggling. Hera is a gentle soul who starts out shy, but once she feels safe, she blossoms into the most loyal, cuddly companion you could ever hope for. Hera adores children and loves nothing more than curling up next to them for naps. She’s also potty trained and crate trained, and while she was a little unsure before, she’s really come into her own in a loving home. She gets along well with other mild-mannered dogs, though she may be a little shy when first meeting them. While Hera doesn’t trust men right away, she’s not aggressive—just cautious and looking for patience and kindness. She would thrive in a calm, gentle home where she can continue to build confidence and share her quiet, devoted love. If you’re looking for a sweet, snuggly girl who’ll warm your heart (and your lap), Hera is ready to be your little shadow.

Meet Cordelia! Cordelia is a 2-year-old, 20-pound Chihuahua mix with a heart as gentle as her sweet little face. She may be shy at first, but once she trusts you, her love is deep, loyal, and constant. She’ll follow you from room to room, happy just being near her person — the sweetest little shadow you could ever ask for. 💕 Since arriving in foster, Cordelia has truly blossomed. She loves to play chase, catch toys, and show off her adorable zoomies. She’s house trained, sleeps quietly through the night, and is incredibly well behaved — the total package! 🐾 Cordelia does great with other dogs and even cats, but she thrives in a calm home. She would love a gentle, low-energy dog buddy or to be your one-and-only cuddle bug. She’s looking for a patient, loving adopter who will give her time, space, and reassurance to fully bloom. 🌷 Her little suitcase is packed with love, loyalty, and endless snuggles — she’s just waiting for the right lap to call home. 🏡💗

Meet Willow! 🌿💛 This petite 8.5-pound chihuahua mix is about 2 years old, and she’s as gentle as her name suggests. Willow came to us after her owner could no longer care for her, and she’s been taking her time adjusting to all the changes. She’s a bit more shy than her mama, Jada, but once Willow feels safe, her sweet personality begins to bloom. She’s calm, affectionate, and loves her quiet moments with someone she trusts. Willow does fine with other dogs, but what she truly wants is a patient, loving home where she can continue to come out of her shell. With a little time and reassurance, this sweet girl is sure to blossom into the loyal, loving companion she was meant to be. 💕🌸

🌸 Meet Piper! 🌸 This 7-year-old, 8-pound chihuahua mix has a heart as big as her ears—and she’s SO ready to share it with her forever family. 🐾 Piper and her sister Chloe were picked up as strays and ended up in a high-kill shelter, but everything changed the moment they came into rescue. Piper has bloomed into the sweetest, most affectionate little companion. She’s gentle, loving, and happiest when she’s snuggled up right beside her person. She melts into your arms like she’s been waiting her whole life for that moment. ✨ She’s confident, easygoing, and absolutely the kind of dog who makes you feel chosen. Plus—she’s house trained and crate trained! 🙌 If you’re searching for a tiny, loyal shadow who will follow you from couch to bed and everywhere in between, Piper is your girl.

✨ Say Hello to Papaya! 🐾✨ This delightful 3-year-old, 15-pound fluffball is a black-and-white heeler/chihuahua mix bursting with personality! 💖 Papaya is a recent arrival, and she is SO ready to start her next chapter—a chapter filled with fun, love, and all the cuddles she can get. Papaya is energetic, playful, and always down for a good time. Whether it’s exploring, zooming around the yard, or climbing into your lap for affection, this girl brings joy everywhere she goes. She’s on the lookout for a family to adore, adventure with, and shower with her sweet, sassy charm. Get ready to fall head over heels for Papaya—because she is unforgettable! 🥰🐶💕

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Meet Hera! This 2-year-old, 13.5-pound Chihuahua may be small in size, but she has a huge heart and an even bigger love for snuggling. Hera is a gentle soul who starts out shy, but once she feels safe, she blossoms into the most loyal, cuddly companion you could ever hope for. Hera adores children and loves nothing more than curling up next to them for naps. She’s also potty trained and crate trained, and while she was a little unsure before, she’s really come into her own in a loving home. She gets along well with other mild-mannered dogs, though she may be a little shy when first meeting them. While Hera doesn’t trust men right away, she’s not aggressive—just cautious and looking for patience and kindness. She would thrive in a calm, gentle home where she can continue to build confidence and share her quiet, devoted love. If you’re looking for a sweet, snuggly girl who’ll warm your heart (and your lap), Hera is ready to be your little shadow.

Meet Cordelia! Cordelia is a 2-year-old, 20-pound Chihuahua mix with a heart as gentle as her sweet little face. She may be shy at first, but once she trusts you, her love is deep, loyal, and constant. She’ll follow you from room to room, happy just being near her person — the sweetest little shadow you could ever ask for. 💕 Since arriving in foster, Cordelia has truly blossomed. She loves to play chase, catch toys, and show off her adorable zoomies. She’s house trained, sleeps quietly through the night, and is incredibly well behaved — the total package! 🐾 Cordelia does great with other dogs and even cats, but she thrives in a calm home. She would love a gentle, low-energy dog buddy or to be your one-and-only cuddle bug. She’s looking for a patient, loving adopter who will give her time, space, and reassurance to fully bloom. 🌷 Her little suitcase is packed with love, loyalty, and endless snuggles — she’s just waiting for the right lap to call home. 🏡💗

Meet Willow! 🌿💛 This petite 8.5-pound chihuahua mix is about 2 years old, and she’s as gentle as her name suggests. Willow came to us after her owner could no longer care for her, and she’s been taking her time adjusting to all the changes. She’s a bit more shy than her mama, Jada, but once Willow feels safe, her sweet personality begins to bloom. She’s calm, affectionate, and loves her quiet moments with someone she trusts. Willow does fine with other dogs, but what she truly wants is a patient, loving home where she can continue to come out of her shell. With a little time and reassurance, this sweet girl is sure to blossom into the loyal, loving companion she was meant to be. 💕🌸

Holly is a 6-month-old, 12-pound Chiweenie. She is spayed and up to date on all shots. Holly is a little shy but very sweet and crate trained. If you would like more information on adopting her, please call Dorenda at 256-608-1242.

Heidi is 10 pounds and 6 months old. She is a chiweenie and very cute. She is spayed and up to date on all her shots and crate trained. She is good with dogs, some cats and kids. If you would like more information on the adoption process, please call Dorenda at 256-608-1242.

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Thank you for stopping by to see me!  Please fill out an application to set up  a private meeting.  Introducing PomPoms — The Fluffy Prince of Sass and Sunshine! Looking for a dog with the confidence of a lion, the fluff of a cloud, and the charm of a seasoned heart-stealer? Meet PomPoms, a pint-sized Pomeranian with a personality that is anything but small. PomPoms is the total Pomeranian package: he’s bold, opinionated, and totally devoted once he’s decided you’re his person. He loves to go on adventures — whether that means hopping in the car for a joyride or trotting around the neighborhood like he owns it (spoiler alert: he thinks he does). He thrives on attention, makes friends easily with both humans and other dogs, and has a surprising amount of pep packed into his tiny frame. He’s also a top-tier napper and can often be found sunbathing like a celebrity on vacation. But don’t let that cute little face fool you — PomPoms knows what he wants and he’s not afraid to express himself. He has very clear opinions about a few things in life: The Vet — hard no. If PomPoms has to go, he’ll need his foster mom there to hold his paw (and maybe whisper sweet nothings or offer cheese). He gets anxious and needs reassurance from someone he trusts. Clothes — double no. He is perfect in his natural state, thank you very much. Being Heard — absolutely. If something doesn’t meet PomPoms’ high standards, he’ll let you know with a side-eye or a solid bark of disapproval. PomPoms is not just a dog — he’s a presence. He’s the type of pup who forms a deep bond with his person, makes you laugh daily with his dramatic antics, and somehow turns the most mundane part of your day into something warm, funny, and sweet. He’d do well in a home that understands little dogs with big personalities — a family who’ll let him be the fabulous little weirdo he is, while also helping him feel safe when the world feels scary (like, say… during vet visits). He’s housetrained, loves companionship, and does best with people who respect his boundaries while still giving him structure and snuggles. In return, PomPoms promises to be your tiny shadow, your co-pilot on errands, your sunbathing buddy, and the ruler of your heart (and probably your couch). Please note that some of our dogs are obtained from shelters, surrendered to our care, or released from breeders. Each animal's bio is based on our experience of the animal within our care, an educated guess based on physical characteristics, temperament and information shared. Each dog receives basic grooming when coming into rescue, but for some dogs they have not received grooming attention until recently and grooming may be required shortly after adoption. This will be at the adopter’s expense, so we encourage you to research the breed and be prepared for grooming expenses. Underdog cannot guarantee hypoallergenic or non-shedding qualities of any dogs in our rescue. Some of the animals come from situations where they are lacking experience in a home and confidence in humans. In turn, they require another companion dog and/or a fenced in yard in their forever home in order for them to feel safe. If you are interested in a particular dog whose bio states those needs and do not currently have them, please understand that your home might not be the right fit. Please use the filter on our Adoptable Dogs page to find the perfect match for your home.    ***Be sure to check your spam/junk folder as sometimes our emails end up there***Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.If you have other questions about me you can email Underdog Rescue at <inquiries@underdogrescuemn.com> ADOPTION EVENTS:      Adoption events are updated at the top of each dogs animals' as their foster home signs up. Check back for updates on which events they will be attending. If an event is not listed within their bio above, the animal is not planning to attend.  Please understand that all of our pets are in volunteer foster homes and sometimes "life" happens and the foster family cannot make it to their scheduled adoption event. If you are traveling from a far distance to meet a specific animal, please understand we cannot guarantee event attendance. We recommend filling out an application and we will set up a private appointment. Private appointments are only scheduled after an application is submitted and approved. ADOPTION PROCEDURE: The first step in our process is to complete an online adoption application on our website: http://www.underdogrescuemn.com/adoptionprocess/   Note: In most circumstances Underdog Rescue will only adopt within 60 miles of Minneapolis, MN.  All of our foster animals can be seen by appointment with an approved adoption application. Contact us at http://www.underdogrescuemn.com/contact-us/ if you have further questions. FOSTER CARE: All of our animals are fostered in individual homes or doggie daycare facilities. While they are in our care, they are part of our families and given lots of love. We work on training, crate-training and socialization prior to adoption, but each bio is written by the foster as they see them, in their home. Each animal's behavior is evaluated and we have a sense of its temperament and personality, but it cannot be guaranteed. We look for adopters who will give each animal the wonderful life and permanent home that he or she deserves in time and with patience.  If you have an interest and ability to be a foster home, please visit our website  www.underdogrescuemn.com/foster-applications  and fill out a foster application. NUTRITION: Nutrition is vital to the rehabilitation and life-long health of our pets.  All of our foster animals are fed a premium diet such as NutriSource, Canidae, Orijen, Nature's Variety, Fromm, Pure Vita, Stella and Chewy's, Primal, or balanced raw diet.  All adopters are required to continue providing premium diets for the life of the animal. YOU CAN HELP: Not able to foster or adopt right now? Please consider sponsoring an Underdog. Your donation will help us buy dog food and pay for medical costs. Visit this link  www.underdogrescuemn.com/donate   to donate.  (Please note: A Paypal account is not necessary to use Paypal. When you get to the Paypal page, just use the link to the left of their login to make your donation via Paypal without an account.) December 4, 2025, 11:47 am