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Chihuahua puppies and dogs in Independence, Missouri

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Katie

Chihuahua

Female, 9 yrs
Kansas City, MO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Don’t let her age fool you, this gal has a lot of fun and sparkle in her! On a typical day, she likes to spend equal time taking walks, playing, napping under a pile of blankets and lots of couch cuddling. (She’s a bonafide lap dog!) She’s crate trained and ready for action, loves car rides, too! Katie hasn’t been around young children that we know of but does well with older kids and adults once she gets to know them. She gets along beautifully with her dog housemate and his canine friends as well. On outings she’s leash reactive but treats magically diffuse situations. Ok with cats.
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Quigley

Chihuahua

Male, 7 yrs 6 mos
Kansas City, MO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Tiny body. Big dog energy. Zero apologies. Quigley is a 7-year-old Chihuahua who firmly believes he is a big dog and sees no reason to pretend otherwise. He’s confident, opinionated, and unapologetically himself — the kind of dog who knows what he likes, what he doesn’t, and expects you to respect both. He does well with other dogs, but cats? Not so much. Quigley will chase them like it’s his personal mission, so a cat-free home is preferred. At home, Quigley’s tough-guy act melts into something much cozier. He loves burrowing under the covers and being close to his person. Once you’re “his,” you’re in — he’s loyal, attached, and happiest tucked in beside you like a tiny, judgmental furnace. ✔ Good with dogs ✔ Burrow-under-the-covers professional ✔ Devoted to his person ✔ Neutered, microchipped, and up to date on vaccines ✔ Best suited for someone who appreciates a dog with boundaries and personality Quigley isn’t here to be everyone’s dog. He’s here to be someone’s dog. If you love Chihuahuas with confidence, spice, and a little bit of attitude, Quigley might be exactly your kind of companion.
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Bestie (M)

Chihuahua Dachshund

Male, Young
Lee's Summit, MO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
DOB: 6/28/25                                  Current Weight(as of 2/20/26 is 8pds)   Adoption Fee: $350 includes 2 week trial to ensure everyone's happiness.    Bestie came to us at just one week old with his siblings. His right eye never fully developed and had to be removed at 5 months old. He doesn't have full vision in his left eye but he does extremely well getting around his foster family's home. Routine and having items not moved around help him guide his way around the home. His biggest vision issue is depth perception.  He never goes up or down stairs.  His foster family carry him outside to go potty and play under their constant supervision. His potty routine is using peewee pads in the house unless he is carried outside to go. If you have stairs in your home then they must be baby gated off to keep him safe.  Bestie loves other dogs! He does tend to be scared around dogs over 30pds. His best friend is a 15pd terrier mix. He has done great around the kitties. Most are his size or bigger.  Bestie is crate trained. He sleeps in a crate at night with his bed and a peewee pad.    He is that cutest little guy. When he gets worked up playing or running after us in a game of tag he sounds like he is giving a little honking sound.  It's the cutest thing and hard to explain.  Fill out that application if you fill he would be a great companion to your family and your family will be great for him to live with.    Puppies are NOT housebroken and should not be expected to wait more than 1 hour for each month of age to go out t8o potty. Please make sure that you have a “potty plan” in place if considering adoption. All of our puppies have been spay/neuter, wormed, microchipped, and given age appropriate vaccinations. If you are interested in meeting/adopting one of them just fill out a application at www.furrykidsrefuge.org, click on the 'Adopt A Dog' icon and a dedicated volunteer will be in touch.  Furry Kids' Refuge is in need of good quality dog and puppy food with meat as the first ingredient.  You can drop off donations at our weekly adoption events at the Lee's Summit Petco (1860 NW Chipman Road, Lee's Summit, MO), Saturdays only from 11am to 2:00 p.m.  Donations are tax deductible as allowed by law.  Would you like to foster a Furry Kid? Furry Kids' Refuge will supply the food & vet care while you supply the basic house rules & love.......win-win for all!!  Just visit our website http://www.furrykidsrefuge.org/category/fostering/  for more information. Thanks for your support! February 22, 2026, 12:28 pm
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Mowie

Chihuahua Dachshund

Male, Adult
Lee's Summit, MO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Approx. DOB:  1/15/24                Approx Weight: 12.52 Lbs Adoption Fee: $275 includes a 2 week trial to ensure everyone's happiness!!  Mowie is Chihuahua/Dachshund mix that is normally named chiweenie. He is small at 12pds and fully grown. He is crate trained but has to use a belly band (in the house to keep him from marking) while we work on that. He can be a bit feisty and if you know the Chihuahua breed that is where he gets it from. We do not want to place him with households with children under 9 years old because he gets really nervous with smaller ones. He would be happier with older children. Mowie loves playing with smaller dogs and has been very scared and timid around larger dogs until he knows they won't hurt him. This little fella is a total sweetheart once he knows your a safe human and only wants to love him. Get those applications in today to meet and adopt this little guy.  !   I have been neutered, vaccinated, heartworm tested negative, wormed and microchipped.  If you are interested in adopting me, please complete the adoption application located at www.furrykidsrefuge.org/adoptadog and a dedicated volunteer will get back to you as soon as possible. Furry Kids' Refuge is in need of good quality dog and puppy food with meat as the first ingredient.  You can drop off donations at our weekly adoption events at the Lee's Summit Petco (1860 NW Chipman Road, Lee's Summit, MO), Saturdays only from 11am to 2:00 p.m.  Donations are tax deductible as allowed by law.  Would you like to foster a Furry Kid? Furry Kids' Refuge will supply the food & vet care while you supply the basic house rules & love.......win-win for all!!  Just visit our website http://www.furrykidsrefuge.org/category/fostering/  for more information. Thanks for your support! February 7, 2026, 9:08 am
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Hudson

Chihuahua

Male, 3 yrs
Kansas City, MO
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,
Story
Meet Hudson! He just arrived to us from one of our rescue partners in Texas. Basics: He is a neutered male guessed to be around 3 yrs old and weighs close to 16lbs. He is currently in a foster home in Shawnee, KS. Adoption Process: - STEP 1: Please fill out our adoption application: https://www.dayofthedogs.org/adoption-application - One of our team members will get back to you via phone. - Our dogs can be seen by appointment only. We do not have a facility at this time. Dogs are in foster homes or boarding - Adoption fee is $280. It helps to cover transport costs, spay/neuter, initial vaccines, rabies, fecal, initial worming, and microchip. -We do not place holds on our dogs. Please do not contact us until you are prepared to adopt. NOTE: We are very good about updating the pet's profiles once adopted. So no need to write us to ask "Is he/she still available?" If the post is up, the dog is still available. About Us: Day of the Dogs is a 501c3 nonprofit. Since 2015 we have been dedicated to helping shelters increase live release. We coordinate 2 - 4 transports per month from TX, OK and AR to NW Indiana/Chicagoland and the Kansas City area. We do direct adoptions ourselves out of Kansas City and NW Indiana areas. We also partner with other rescues and shelters in IN, IL, KS and MO that are willing to help southern pets in need. We rely on donations to help fund our ongoing transports. Please donate if you can. Every dollar adds up and we are grateful for any help we can get: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/DayoftheDogs
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Baby

Chihuahua Mixed Breed (Small)

Female, 6 yrs 11 mos
Kansas City, MO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Baby — A Little Dog with a Lot of Character Baby is an 6-year-old Chihuahua mix with a personality all her own. She’s small in size (under 20 pounds!) but full of charm, quirks, and a quiet confidence that makes her unforgettable. When Baby’s owners moved into assisted living, she found herself looking for a new start. She’s spayed, fully vaccinated, and up to date on flea, tick, and heartworm prevention. She previously lived with another medium-sized dog and a cat, so she’s used to having other pets around. Baby loves car rides, soft toys, and curling up on the couch for a good nap. She’s hard of hearing and has a cute little head tilt that only adds to her one-of-a-kind personality. She arrived potty pad trained and is still learning the ropes of full house training. This little lady enjoys being carried and doesn’t mind being spoiled a bit, especially if treats are involved. Because she can get a little protective of her toys, Baby would do best in a home with adults or older children who appreciate her sassy, independent streak. If you’re looking for a small companion who knows what she likes and loves deeply once she trusts you, Baby just might be the perfect match. Baby will require a home with a fenced yard. Her adoption fee is $125. This includes her vaccinations, microchip, heartworm testing and spay surgery. Apply to adopt Baby at www.lucky13rescue.org.

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13.9 miles

CritterHouseKC

Kansas City, MO 64110

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Rescue

15.5 miles

Furry Kids' Refuge

Lee's Summit, MO 64063

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

15.5 miles

Day of the Dogs - Kansas City

Kansas City, MO 64151

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

18 miles

Protective Animal Welfare Society (P.A.W.S.)

7833 Wornall Rd., Kansas City, MO 64114

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

18 miles

Lucky 13 Rescue Inc.

Kansas City, MO 64114

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

18 miles

LL Dog Rescue

Shawnee Mission, KS 66208

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

18.3 miles

The Humane Society of Greater Kansas City

5445 Parallel Parkway, Kansas City, KS 66104

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Shelter

21.8 miles

Melissa's Second Chances

11015 W 75th Street, Shawnee, KS 66214

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Rescue

25 miles

The Rescue Project

PO Box 25844, Overland Park, KS 66225

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Rescue

29.3 miles

Adopt Rescue Foster

Peculiar, MO 64078

Pet Types: dogs

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