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Chihuahua puppies and dogs in Rutland, Vermont

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Opie

Chihuahua Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 4 mos
Wells, VT
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 READ ENTIRE BIO TO THE BOTTOM Opie and Pearl are 2 gorgeous chi/terrier mix pups that are as sweet as can be. Opie is the male and he weighs approximately 14 lbs. Pearl is the female, and she weighs right at 9 lbs. We believe they were born around September 30th, which will put them around 4 months old. We do not believe they will get much bigger than they are now as they have already hit their growth spurt. They are siblings but they are not bonded. One of our volunteers was driving down the road in Texas, by the Mexico border, when these 2 puppies ran out in the road and almost got ran over. They were not street smart. Our volunteer followed the puppies and found the home they belonged to. We found out these 2 puppies (and the momma dog) belonged to a couple who had gotten them for their adult autistic son. The puppies and mom had never seen a veterinarian, and they did not have a fence to secure them, so they would just open the door and let the dogs out to go running the streets and neighborhood. Thankfully, they agreed to surrender the puppies to us, but unfortunately, they would not let us have the mom. The mom weighed around 18 lbs. These pups are very sweet, and very submissive. They act shy, but once you baby talk them, they become jello and just start wiggling their butts, rolling over for tummy rubs and just melt. Pearl is a little more outgoing than Opie, but they are both learning to love humans. They love other dogs and get along great with them! They have met cats and do fine with them. They have toys and enjoy playing with them, but they enjoy mischief a little bit more. When they are in their crate, they think the best game is which one can pull more stuff into the crate from outside of the crate. Pearl and Opie love sleeping on the bed/couch! They are crate trained, and working on full house training. We recommend kids 5+ years for these 2 as they may shy away from younger children. If you’re looking for a smaller dog that doesn’t shed too much, enjoy being held, will be the most loyal companions and follow you everywhere and cuddle when you let them, please look no further than Opie or Pearl. These babies are FIXED (spayed/neutered), current on parvo/distemper vaccinations, current on bordatella, current on annual rabies vaccine, current on flea/tick and heart worm prevention, current on dewormer, microchipped, fecal test, will receive a clean bill of health from a veterinarian. To apply to adopt you can go to our website at: www.pawsitive-Impact-animal-rescue.org This animal is currently located in Texas, but we do NOT adopt animals out in Texas due to the hundreds of animals being euthanized here daily. We do adopt in Central US and the East Coast. The adoption fee listed INCLUDES transport from Texas to the location where this animal is posted in. Transport goes to the following locations every 2-3 weeks: Albany, NY Wells and Brattleboro, VT Willington, CT Port Chester, NY Dayon and Akron, OH Grove City and Bloomsburg, PA Ridgefield and Mt Laurel, NJ White Marsh, MD and Falls Church, VA We have happily adopted hundreds of animals this way (long distance), and we do our best to make sure the animal you are applying for is best fit for your home.
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Jake

Chihuahua Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Adult
Newport, NH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Please welcome Jake to WWR! Here are some notes from his southern foster family:  Jake: 2 years old Neutered   Great with dogs  Great with cats (wants to be friends if possible)  Working on potty training  Loves to snuggle  Does not resource guard  Very submissive  Kennel trained  Loves to play fetch and play with toys  Good on leash (working on pulling)  We cannot wait to meet this little gentleman and match him with a forever home. He’s been microchipped, neutered, and is UTD on vaccines. The adoption fee is 500.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.February 16, 2026, 5:33 am
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Dixie

Chihuahua

Female, Adult
Barre, VT
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
Meet Dixie & Talia – a bonded pair! Dixie is a 12-year-old Chihuahua (nicknamed Piglet) who loves dog beds, plays hard, then naps hard. She’s mostly pad-trained, does well with a fenced yard, and takes Carprofen for mild arthritis but stays active. Together, these two are sweet, funny, and great with dogs, cats, and even poultry. They’d thrive in a home with a fenced yard to play and then snuggle. They come with beds, crate, toys, chews, meds, records, leashes, and collars. Adoption fee for the pair is $500.
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Emma

Chihuahua

Female, 13 yrs
Barre, VT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Emma is a 12-lb chihuahua, 13 years young, and living proof that age is just a number (especially when naps are involved). This sweet little nugget still has plenty of love, life, and cozy moments left to share—and she’s ready for a softer, happier next chapter. 💕 Who Emma is: 🚗 A car-ride enthusiast (she comes with her own car seat—VIP treatment only!) 🛋️ A professional napper who also enjoys the occasional burst of energy 🐱🐶 Great with cats, kids, and other dogs—especially if they’re open to cuddle buddies 🤍 A loyal little shadow who loves being close to her person A few important details (the honest kind): • Emma has a slight heart murmur, managed with an omega-3 supplement every other day • She has some hearing loss, but she’s been learning sign language and doing wonderfully • She is up to date on all vaccinations, including lepto • She will not be spayed, with her safety and comfort as the priority Best home vibes: Emma would thrive with someone retired, working from home, or anyone looking for a calm, loving co-pilot who enjoys car rides, window watching, and long afternoon naps. 🌤️ Small in size but big in heart, Emma is affectionate, adaptable, and incredibly easy to love. If you’re searching for a gentle companion who just wants comfort, connection, and cuddles—Emma might be your perfect match. 💖

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16.4 miles

P.I. Animal Rescue - Wells, VT Transport Location

Wells, VT 05774

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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43.7 miles

Wags and Wiggles Rescue

PO Box 106 Newport, NH 03773, 51 John Stark Highway, Newport, NH 03773

Pet Types: dogs

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47.6 miles

Potter's Angels Rescue

504 Mekkelsen Rd, Barre, VT 05641

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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