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Chihuahua puppies and dogs in Festus, Missouri

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Biscuit

Chihuahua Dachshund

Male, 1 yr 10 mos
Waterloo, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Biscuit was surrendered to animal control after his owner was incarcerated. He is a small dog and on the alpha side. He does ok with other dogs that are female or submissive netuered males. He has alot of energy and loves to tell you if something is bothering him haha. He does have an old injury as he was hit by a car last year and his prior owner took him to the vet but refused to have his leg set/surgery done. It does not affect his ability to be himself nor does it cause him any pain, however he may get arthritis when he is older because of the injury. We feel he would do best in a home with older kiddos over 10 years and adults. He is unsure about cats but does tolerate them well.  ##2428829##
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Tapi

Chihuahua

Male, 8 yrs 7 mos
Waterloo, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Tapi is a sweet older gent around 8 years of age. He is ok with other dogs and unsure about cats. He would do best in a quiet home and we don't think he would do super with little kiddos so teenagers and up should be ok. He is very mild mannered and likes to do his own thing, but does also love attention. He just had a dental and lost most of his teeth, but does still have his molars so still eats hard food just fine. ##1384124##
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Tito

Chihuahua

Male, 2 yrs 10 mos
Waterloo, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Little Tito was found wandering outside of a very small town in Northern Illinois during a very cold spell this winter. He was wearing a leash and collar but no one came forward to claim him and the men who found him asked all over and no one had ever seen him before! He was cold and tired and hungry and grouchy (I would have been too!). He is a little guy at just 7 lbs but he has the big personality to make up for his size. He is very shy of strangers. Once he trusts you (usually around 24 hrs time) he will be your forever buddy and shadow. He loves to be held and carried and give kisses. WE do not suggest him in a home with small kids as he will nip if he is scared/startled. He is good with other dogs his size but does prefer others to be subordinate to him or female. He is unsure about cats.  ##2336168##
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Kenicke

Chihuahua

Male, 6 mos
Waterloo, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Little Kenicke is one of Sandra D's babies. He is a silly little man and loves to give kisses. He is seeking his forever family. ##2546292##
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Hope

Chihuahua

Female, 9 yrs 2 mos
Columbia, IL
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
Hope is a tiny bundle of love whose sweet personality will melt your heart. She gets along wonderfully with dogs, cats, and adults, and would do best in a home with older children. 💕She is crate trained, housebroken, and is as cute as can be! Hope is also diabetic, but giving her the twice-daily insulin shots she needs is quick and easy, she even wags her tail the whole time. 💕This super-sweet little fur baby is ready to find her forever family. Could that be yours?Hope is 9 years old and weighs 9 pounds.Location: Foster homeThe adoption fee for adult dogs, seven months and older, is $250. All pets are microchipped, up to date on vaccines, and will be altered prior to adoption. Dogs may be in a foster home, therefore scheduling an appointment is recommended. If you have an existing dog at home, we recommend bringing it along to meet your possible new family member.helpingstrays.org
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Nellie

Chihuahua

Female, Adult
St Louis, MO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Nellie is currently enrolled in the 12 week Puppies 4 Parole program through the Mo Department of Corrections.  She will graduate around January 15th and will be available for adoption at that time.  If you are interested in adopting Nellie, please complete an application and the foster parent will contact you. Meet Nellie!   This sweet little lady is around 12 pounds of pure love! Nellie is believed to be a long-haired Chihuahua mix and came to us from a hoarding situation in rural Missouri. Despite her rough start, she’s full of wiggles and joy—always ready to greet you with a happy dance!  Nellie is learning all about the big, wide world for the first time. She had never been outside before coming to her foster home, but she’s making great progress with potty training—she’s learning that outside is the place to go, though she’s still okay using puppy pads if needed. She’s not used to walking on a leash just yet, so she’ll need a fenced yard to safely explore and continue her outdoor adventures. When she first arrived, Nellie was suffering from severe hair loss due to a flea infestation, but with care and love, her coat is coming back beautifully!  Nellie is great with dogs, cats, and gentle kiddos—she’s truly a little sweetheart looking for a home where she can continue to blossom. Could you be the one to show Nellie what a forever home feels like?  If you are interested, complete the  Adoption Application  on our website at  www.NeedyPaws.org  and we will contact you.  Adopters must live within an hour’s drive of St. Louis, MO. Nellie's adoption fee is $295.00, which includes up-to-date vaccinations, heartworm testing and preventative, spay/neuter and microchip. We are a 100% foster-based rescue and all of our dogs live in approved foster homes. We are dedicated to finding the best Forever Homes, and will perform home visits and conduct veterinarian and reference checks for each potential adopter. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.December 14, 2025, 2:34 pm

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Chihuahua shelters & rescues in Festus, Missouri

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17.7 miles

Bishop's Small Dog Rescue, Inc. NFP

4118 Waterloo Rd., Waterloo, IL 62298

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

21.1 miles

Helping Strays of Monroe County

4221 Hanover Rd., Columbia, IL 62236

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

24.5 miles

Needy Paws Rescue

St Louis, MO 63125

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

26 miles

St. Louis Pet Rescue

P. O. Box 374, Valley Park, MO 63088

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

27.5 miles

Hay Dude Critter Rescue - MO transport

St. Louis, MO 63111

Pet Types: cats, dogs, horses

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Shelter

28.7 miles

Judy's Forgotten Jewells

6400 Chippewa St, St. Louis, MO 63109

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

28.9 miles

Home 2 Home Canine Orphanage

Pacific, MO 63069

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

30.4 miles

Nala and Friends Dog Rescue - ST. LOUIS transport

St. Louis, MO 63118

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

31.3 miles

Humane Society of Missouri

1201 Macklind Av, St. Louis, MO 63110

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Shelter

33.1 miles

CARE STL

2700 Walnut Place, St. Louis, MO 63103

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

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