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Chihuahua puppies and dogs in Columbus, Ohio

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These Chihuahuas are available in Columbus, Ohio.
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Reddy

Chihuahua Papillon

Male, 9 yrs 1 mo
Westerville, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
Meet Reddy. Reddy is an 8-year old chihuahua/Papillon boy. He weighs 11 lbs. He was found as a stray in Dayton, OH area and was rescued from the shelter. Reddy is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and heartworm tested. Reddy is good with dogs. We are not sure about kids and cats. He is almost house broken. Reddy is very food motivated and likes to still his canine brothers'/sisters' treats if they didn't pay attention. He likes to chase mower, vacuum machine, and mop. He is a sweet boy and likes to cuddle with his foster mom. Reddy's adoption fee is $250. Please submit the adoption application at https://charlieswishanimalrescue.org to schedule a meet and greet.
We'll also keep you updated on Buddy's adoption status with email updates.
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Buddy

Chihuahua

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Westerville, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Buddy. Buddy is a 2-year old chihuahua mix. He weighs 15 lbs. Buddy is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and heartworm tested. He is almost house broken. We don't know about Buddy's history. He was found as a stray in Dayton, OH area. We rescued him from the shelter. Buddy is very skittish. He is timid to places where he is not familiar with and may show fear aggression. We are looking for a quiet home for him. The adopter needs to be patient with Buddy. Buddy is fine with everybody. He usually stays away from the crowd and very quiet. However he has food aggression. He always fears that someone would take away his food/treats. Hence a home with children is not suitable for him. Once he is comfortable with you, he would come to greet you and let you to pet him. Buddy's adoption fee is $250. Please submit the adoption application at https://charlieswishanimalrescue.org for scheduling a meet and greet.
We'll also keep you updated on Lily & Daizy's adoption status with email updates.
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Lily & Daizy

Chihuahua

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Westerville, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Lily and Daizy. They both are female chihuahua mix. Both are 2-3 years old, weigh 10-11 lbs. They both are spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, and heartworm tested. Both are not completely house trained. They use pee pads inside the house. Lily and Daizy are a bonded pair. They need to be adopted together. Lily is the black/white girl. Daizy is merle in black and tan. Both are timid and skittish. Lily is the boss of the pair. She may show fear aggression to strangers. But once she warms up, she is a sweet girl. Daizy is a shy girl but warm up quicker than Lily. She LOVES to give kisses. Both like to sleep with their foster mom under the blanket. Because of Lily's temperament, we think it is better for them to go to a home without kids. Both are food motivated. Both are friendly with dogs. We are not sure how they think about cats. LIly and Daizy's adoption fee is $500 Please submit an adoption application at http://charlieswishanimalrescue.org to schedule a meet and greet.
We'll also keep you updated on Sweetie's adoption status with email updates.
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Sweetie

Chihuahua Pug

Female, Senior
Columbus, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Are you the type of person that likes to give sweet older pups a chance they might otherwise not get? Sweetie loves attention and will happily help you out by guarding the door of the bathroom from the inside. However, she can also be quite the independent little lady and doesn’t need to be a velcro dog… unless you want her to be! Sweetie can be a little bossy with her dog friends (part of why we think she’s mixed with chihuahua!) but generally gets along well with everyone. Sweetie is a beauty but would benefit from a little tough love when it comes to feeding and giving out treats and a little more activity in her day. A physically fenced yard is required. Sweetie is available for adoption in Ohio to residents of Ohio. If you are interested in adopting Sweetie, please complete the online application here (copy and paste into your browser): https://hhdane.formstack.com/forms/lostpetrecoveryadoptionform
We'll also keep you updated on Nala's adoption status with email updates.
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Nala

Chihuahua

Female, 15 yrs 9 mos
Columbus, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
🩷 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION: NALA 🩷 📍 Fostered in: Columbus, OH 🐶 Good with dogs: Yes 🐈 Good with cats: Unknown 👧 Good with kids: Yes 🏠 Housebroken: Yes, with some accidents 📦 Crate trained: Yes 🐾 Leash trained: Unknown *This pet is eligible for the SENIORS ADOPTING SENIORS initiative! Seniors (65+) are permitted to adopt a senior dog (8+) for the reduced fee of $75.00* Nala joined COPAW in September 2024 after my owner left for the hospital and sadly never came back. She joined rescue with my best friend Pumpkin, who just passed away in May. Now that she no longer has her best friend, she am looking for a final home to shower her with love and affection until the end of time! ⸻ 💊 Health Notes My only known medical issue is that I do have a suspected collapsed trachea, so in high-activity situations, my cough may flare up. I am current on all vaccinations, spayed, and a dental was completed in October 2024. ⸻ 🩺 Veterinary Care Provided All CO•PAW dogs are: ✔️ Spayed/Neutered ✔️ Microchipped ✔️ Heartworm tested (1+ year) ✔️ Given preventatives and initial vaccines If booster shots have not yet occurred, they may be completed for free at our Columbus, OH clinic—or at your own vet, at your expense. ⸻ 📝 Adoption Info •Must live in the State of Ohio •No transport available—adopters must travel for the meet & greet •Meet & greets are scheduled only after application approval •Please come prepared to take your new best friend home if it’s a match! Bring a collar, leash, harness, and crate for safe travel.

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

Chihuahua Papillon

Male, 9 yrs 1 mo
Westerville, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
Meet Reddy. Reddy is an 8-year old chihuahua/Papillon boy. He weighs 11 lbs. He was found as a stray in Dayton, OH area and was rescued from the shelter. Reddy is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and heartworm tested. Reddy is good with dogs. We are not sure about kids and cats. He is almost house broken. Reddy is very food motivated and likes to still his canine brothers'/sisters' treats if they didn't pay attention. He likes to chase mower, vacuum machine, and mop. He is a sweet boy and likes to cuddle with his foster mom. Reddy's adoption fee is $250. Please submit the adoption application at https://charlieswishanimalrescue.org to schedule a meet and greet.
We'll also keep you updated on Buddy's adoption status with email updates.
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Buddy

Chihuahua

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Westerville, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Buddy. Buddy is a 2-year old chihuahua mix. He weighs 15 lbs. Buddy is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and heartworm tested. He is almost house broken. We don't know about Buddy's history. He was found as a stray in Dayton, OH area. We rescued him from the shelter. Buddy is very skittish. He is timid to places where he is not familiar with and may show fear aggression. We are looking for a quiet home for him. The adopter needs to be patient with Buddy. Buddy is fine with everybody. He usually stays away from the crowd and very quiet. However he has food aggression. He always fears that someone would take away his food/treats. Hence a home with children is not suitable for him. Once he is comfortable with you, he would come to greet you and let you to pet him. Buddy's adoption fee is $250. Please submit the adoption application at https://charlieswishanimalrescue.org for scheduling a meet and greet.
We'll also keep you updated on Lily & Daizy's adoption status with email updates.
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Lily & Daizy

Chihuahua

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Westerville, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Lily and Daizy. They both are female chihuahua mix. Both are 2-3 years old, weigh 10-11 lbs. They both are spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, and heartworm tested. Both are not completely house trained. They use pee pads inside the house. Lily and Daizy are a bonded pair. They need to be adopted together. Lily is the black/white girl. Daizy is merle in black and tan. Both are timid and skittish. Lily is the boss of the pair. She may show fear aggression to strangers. But once she warms up, she is a sweet girl. Daizy is a shy girl but warm up quicker than Lily. She LOVES to give kisses. Both like to sleep with their foster mom under the blanket. Because of Lily's temperament, we think it is better for them to go to a home without kids. Both are food motivated. Both are friendly with dogs. We are not sure how they think about cats. LIly and Daizy's adoption fee is $500 Please submit an adoption application at http://charlieswishanimalrescue.org to schedule a meet and greet.
We'll also keep you updated on Lizzy's adoption status with email updates.
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Lizzy

Chihuahua

Female, 12 yrs 6 mos
New Albany, OH
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Name: LizzyGender: FemaleCurrent Age: 12 yearsCurrent Age Range: Senior (7 years or older)Current Weight: Chunky queen status (working on it!)Expected Adult Size: Small (under 25 lbs)Breed: ChihuahuaEnergy Level: Low Dog Friendly: Yes, gets along with two foster sister chihuahuas and has met big dogs with no drama.Cat Friendly: NoKids: Yes to older children onlyApartment Friendly: YesFence Requirements: Not required Crate Trained: Not specifiedPotty Trained: Yes – will go outside or use pee pads Ideal Home / Adopter:I’m looking for a calm, cozy forever home where I can be adored like the royalty I am. Somewhere with soft blankets, tasty snacks, and a lap or two to call my own. Bonus points if there are no cats trying to stage a cuddle coup. A quiet home with older kids would be perfect. Personality:Hola, I'm Lizzy! I'm a 12-year-old chunky Chi diva with a heart full of sassitude and love! I was found strutting through the streets of Southwest Columbus, clearly on an adventure (but probably in need of a GPS and a snack). When I was rescued, I was in pretty rough shape. My toenails were gnarled, my hair was matted with dead fur, and I was definitely not feeling like my fabulous self. My temporary family says I’m “overweight” — rude... but I swear I dropped a pound the moment foster mama brushed me. Instant glow-up, baby! Now that I’m getting proper love and care, I’m making big strides with both my weight and my “bossy girl behavior.” Let’s talk personality: I’m a professional cuddler, world-class couch potato, and deeply committed to loving my humans. I give lots of kisses and demand belly rubs on the regular. Quirks & Perks: I do some alert barking (a girl’s gotta keep the household informed!), but I’m easily redirected, especially with treats. I’m treat-motivated, but I have refined tastes: no stinky bones, please. I prefer soft, tasty, easy-to-chew goodies. Potty time? I’m flexible. I’ll go outside or use pee pads because I'm a lady. I’ve got a big, fluffy coat, which means I can overheat easily. I need a home with good air conditioning in the summer because I do get a little huffy-puffy if I get too hot. All fees include spay/neuter, microchip, vaccinations, worming, flea and heartworm current. All dogs over 6 months of age have been tested and are heartworm negative. If you are interested in adopting, apply at rescuedohio.org to become an approved adopter and a meet & greet can be set up once approved. ##2449910##
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Little Andy

Chihuahua

Male, 5 yrs 3 mos
Lewis Center, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
This is Andy and he comes to us seeking a forever home with patient adopters! Andy was running as a stray and all the signs are there that he had a difficult/abusive past. Andy needs his time to get settled in and get to know you, which is just a few days. He loves being near you, indoor life (especially couches), a yard where he can watch the birds and Andy loves to eat! Andy is approximately 4 years old and about 20 pounds. Andy would love to start his live with family that will love him for who he is. He has a lot of love to give to that special person who will earn his trust. Apply to meet Andy at ricopetrecovery.org. Fee is $250.
We'll also keep you updated on Sweetie's adoption status with email updates.
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Sweetie

Chihuahua Pug

Female, Senior
Columbus, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Are you the type of person that likes to give sweet older pups a chance they might otherwise not get? Sweetie loves attention and will happily help you out by guarding the door of the bathroom from the inside. However, she can also be quite the independent little lady and doesn’t need to be a velcro dog… unless you want her to be! Sweetie can be a little bossy with her dog friends (part of why we think she’s mixed with chihuahua!) but generally gets along well with everyone. Sweetie is a beauty but would benefit from a little tough love when it comes to feeding and giving out treats and a little more activity in her day. A physically fenced yard is required. Sweetie is available for adoption in Ohio to residents of Ohio. If you are interested in adopting Sweetie, please complete the online application here (copy and paste into your browser): https://hhdane.formstack.com/forms/lostpetrecoveryadoptionform

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Teddy

Pomeranian

Male, Puppy
Columbus, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Teddy was born on Halloween of last year he is still a baby. We got him from Petland, unfortunately with a job switch we don’t have much time for him. We feel like he deserves more time and attention. He is a playful puppy with lots of energy and he loves to cuddle

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Charlie's Wish Animal Rescue

309 Gateshead Ct, Westerville, OH 43081

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RescuedOhio

PO Box 382, New Albany, OH 43054

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7.2 miles

Rico Pet Recovery

Lewis Center, OH 43035

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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9.4 miles

Lost Pet Recovery, Inc.

Columbus, OH 43216

Pet Types: dogs

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14.5 miles

The Humane Society of Delaware County

4920 St. Rt. 37 E., Delaware, OH 43015

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

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15.2 miles

Central Ohio's Programs for Animal Welfare

3897 Great Southern Court, Columbus, OH 43207

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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20.6 miles

Canine Collective

11144 US-42N, Plain City, OH 43064

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20.6 miles

Canaan Animal Sanctuary

P.O. Box 292, Plain City, OH 43064

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26.5 miles

Union County Humane Society

16540 County Home Road, Marysville, OH 43040

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26.7 miles

Dash Rescue

Ashville, OH 43103

Pet Types: cats, dogs, horses

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