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Chihuahua puppies and dogs in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

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These Chihuahuas are available in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
We'll also keep you updated on Peaches's adoption status with email updates.
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Peaches

Chihuahua

Female, 5 yrs 8 mos
Rio Rancho, NM
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
Here comes princess Peaches! At 11lbs, this sweet little lady is in desperate need of home, more so than others. She just wants to be loved and held all the time, but her biggest issue is that she is people selective, and once she loves you, she`s fiercely loyal and lovable. Clever Peaches will let you know right away if she trusts you. Upon initial meeting her and picking her up, she may be very vocal before finally getting picked up. We think she may have had a traumatic past that causes her to react selectively to people. But once she`s comfortable with you, she`s an absolute love. Peaches just knows what works best for her, and we cannot wait until she finds her forever person who will give her that and more!(Peaches has what appears to be a heart arrhythmia that comes and goes with stress, as she is a Parvo survivor! Because of this, a medical wavier must be signed for adoption.)Peaches is at our Cottonwood Mall location!Going to the Dogs (& Cats)Resale Shop & Adoption CenterCottonwood Mall(2nd Level next to MOR Furniture)10000 Coors Bypass NWABQ NM 87114505-867-5347Mon-Sat 11-5pm. Sun 12-5pm(adoptions until 4pm)
We'll also keep you updated on Houdini's adoption status with email updates.
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Houdini

Chihuahua

Male, 1 yr
Rio Rancho, NM
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
(Houdini has a hearing impairment in his left-ear that may affect his daily life. A medical waiver must be signed during his adoption) Houdini must be a magician, because he has us all hypnotized! At 11lbs, Houdini is one magical little lapdog! He`s very good natured, and has the funniest bark. Houdini is hearing impaired (may be why he has a funny bark and grumble!) He also lives up to his name because he is a great escape artist! He can easily climb a gate or fence, so he needs a home with a very secure yard that has no areas he can climb up. Houdini is also great with other dogs his sweet temperament. If you have another dog, we recommend bringing them along to meet. You better adopt this marvelous boy before he [POOF!] disappears! Houdini is at our Cottonwood Mall location!Going to the Dogs (& Cats)Resale Shop & Adoption CenterCottonwood Mall(2nd Level next to MOR Furniture)10000 Coors Bypass NWABQ NM 87114505-867-5347Mon-Sat 11-5pm. Sun 12-5pm(adoptions until 4pm)
We'll also keep you updated on Sweetheart's adoption status with email updates.
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Sweetheart

Chihuahua

Male, 2 yrs
Rio Rancho, NM
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
Sweetheart most definitely lives up to his name! At 9.5lbs, Sweetheart is a scruffy, smart, sweet little boy who can be a little shy when he first meets someone. And when he DOES feel comfortable with you, he sometimes speaks with his mouth, with playful nibbles, so we think a home without any young children would be best for him. He does like to be with the other dogs here, because he loves to be playful, so if you have another dog, we recommend bringing them along to meet! He`s slowly learned to trust humans, because when we first got him, it was clear that he was terrified of people at too young of an age. But all Sweetheart needed was time, patience and understanding, and now he`s a playful, loving boy. And if you give him the time and love he needs, Sweetheart will make the greatest little companion in his forever home. Sweetheart is in a fantastic foster home!Email dogswmr@gmail.com to set up a meet and greet with them!
We'll also keep you updated on Sugar's adoption status with email updates.
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Sugar

Chihuahua Dachshund

Female, Puppy
Rio Rancho, NM
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
She was stuck in a small yard all day with little interaction so I decided to foster her until I found some new loving owners.

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

Chihuahua

Female, 5 yrs 8 mos
Rio Rancho, NM
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
-
Story
Here comes princess Peaches! At 11lbs, this sweet little lady is in desperate need of home, more so than others. She just wants to be loved and held all the time, but her biggest issue is that she is people selective, and once she loves you, she`s fiercely loyal and lovable. Clever Peaches will let you know right away if she trusts you. Upon initial meeting her and picking her up, she may be very vocal before finally getting picked up. We think she may have had a traumatic past that causes her to react selectively to people. But once she`s comfortable with you, she`s an absolute love. Peaches just knows what works best for her, and we cannot wait until she finds her forever person who will give her that and more!(Peaches has what appears to be a heart arrhythmia that comes and goes with stress, as she is a Parvo survivor! Because of this, a medical wavier must be signed for adoption.)Peaches is at our Cottonwood Mall location!Going to the Dogs (& Cats)Resale Shop & Adoption CenterCottonwood Mall(2nd Level next to MOR Furniture)10000 Coors Bypass NWABQ NM 87114505-867-5347Mon-Sat 11-5pm. Sun 12-5pm(adoptions until 4pm)
We'll also keep you updated on Houdini's adoption status with email updates.
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Houdini

Chihuahua

Male, 1 yr
Rio Rancho, NM
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
-
Story
(Houdini has a hearing impairment in his left-ear that may affect his daily life. A medical waiver must be signed during his adoption) Houdini must be a magician, because he has us all hypnotized! At 11lbs, Houdini is one magical little lapdog! He`s very good natured, and has the funniest bark. Houdini is hearing impaired (may be why he has a funny bark and grumble!) He also lives up to his name because he is a great escape artist! He can easily climb a gate or fence, so he needs a home with a very secure yard that has no areas he can climb up. Houdini is also great with other dogs his sweet temperament. If you have another dog, we recommend bringing them along to meet. You better adopt this marvelous boy before he [POOF!] disappears! Houdini is at our Cottonwood Mall location!Going to the Dogs (& Cats)Resale Shop & Adoption CenterCottonwood Mall(2nd Level next to MOR Furniture)10000 Coors Bypass NWABQ NM 87114505-867-5347Mon-Sat 11-5pm. Sun 12-5pm(adoptions until 4pm)
We'll also keep you updated on Sweetheart's adoption status with email updates.
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Sweetheart

Chihuahua

Male, 2 yrs
Rio Rancho, NM
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
Sweetheart most definitely lives up to his name! At 9.5lbs, Sweetheart is a scruffy, smart, sweet little boy who can be a little shy when he first meets someone. And when he DOES feel comfortable with you, he sometimes speaks with his mouth, with playful nibbles, so we think a home without any young children would be best for him. He does like to be with the other dogs here, because he loves to be playful, so if you have another dog, we recommend bringing them along to meet! He`s slowly learned to trust humans, because when we first got him, it was clear that he was terrified of people at too young of an age. But all Sweetheart needed was time, patience and understanding, and now he`s a playful, loving boy. And if you give him the time and love he needs, Sweetheart will make the greatest little companion in his forever home. Sweetheart is in a fantastic foster home!Email dogswmr@gmail.com to set up a meet and greet with them!
We'll also keep you updated on Sugar's adoption status with email updates.
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Sugar

Chihuahua Dachshund

Female, Puppy
Rio Rancho, NM
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
She was stuck in a small yard all day with little interaction so I decided to foster her until I found some new loving owners.
We'll also keep you updated on Adorable Adan Ears = DARLING !'s adoption status with email updates.
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Adorable Adan Ears = DARLING !

Chihuahua

Male, Young
Albuquerque, NM
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
Please contact Mary Israel (santafesource@netzero.com) for more information about this pet.Devoted, Snuggly Sweet 12 lb 3y Bat Eared Chi = DARLING !Adorable Adan Ears ~ Devoted, Snuggly Sweet 12 lb 3y Bat Eared Chi = DARLING !!! Loving, calm, quiet, gentle, well mannered, intelligent, house trained, crate trained, good with children, laid back, fun, advanced behavior skills, SUPER smart, great with dogs, comfy with cats, affectionate, good on leash, loads of character, friendly, playful, glorious personality, solid LOVE !!! Would you PLEASE sponsor me and support the Rescue who saved me: http://www.petabulls.com/donate.html Why wait??? Simply call Mare on cell at (505)316-2089 for a private 'By Appointment Only' showing !!! We're open 10 am to 6 pm for your calls. CLOSED WENESDAYS. Or contact us via our petabulls.com/adopt website. PLEASE include YOUR phone number on all inquiries as we are RARELY around the computer these days. Or come meet the entire PaB PACK at our Woof Gang Bakery Pet Adoption event Saturday, January 24th, from 12 noon to 3 pm - 9780 Coors NW Suite F, Albuquerque, NM 87114. We hope to see YOU there !!! BE SURE TO EMAIL YOUR APPLICATIONS FOR OUR PRE APPROVED EARLY BIRD EVENT ADOPTIONS VIA OUR petabulls.com/adopt WEBSITE !!! Please note that pre approval requires speaking with Mare (cell #505.316.2089) in person BEFORE the event, thus those who call have a MUCH greater chance of adopting the dog... We're open 10 am to 6 pm for your calls. CLOSED WENESDAYS. We focus on 'PERFECT Match' rather than first come first serve for the sake of all involved. Can't adopt? Please consider fostering! Contact us via our petabulls.com site or simply call Mare at (505)316-2089 to meet this delightful little soul in person!January 23, 2026, 9:40 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Lucy's adoption status with email updates.
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Lucy

Chihuahua

Female, 2 yrs
Albuquerque, NM
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I came to ACR because my owner works all day and she didn't want me to be alone in a crate all day. I am sweet, loving, and a great lady. I will make a wonderful companion for someone who has time for me.

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2.2 miles

Watermelon Mountain Ranch

3251 Westphalia Blvd NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

4.8 miles

Pet-a-Bulls, Inc.

PO Box 1703, Albuquerque, NM 87103

Pet Types: dogs

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6.3 miles

ABQ Chihuahua Rescue, Inc.

P.O. Box 66633, 505-275-7283, Albuquerque, NM 87193

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

12.9 miles

PACA (People’s Anti Cruelty Association / Albuquerque Animal Rescue)

P.O. Box 21280, Albuquerque, NM 87154

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

14.7 miles

Albuquerque Animal Welfare - Eastside

8920 Lomas Boulevard NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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14.8 miles

Animal Humane New Mexico

615 Virginia St. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

16.3 miles

Bernalillo County Animal Care and Resource Center

3001 2nd St. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105

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

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Shelter

18.8 miles

Albuquerque Animal Welfare - Westside

11800 Sunset Gardens Road SW, Albuquerque, NM 87121

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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Rescue

30.6 miles

Almost Home NM

PO Box 772, Peralta, NM 87042

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

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Shelter

46.1 miles

Torrance County Animal Services

751 Salt Missions Trail, P.O. Box 875, McIntosh, NM 87032

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

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