Pickle - No Longer Accepting Applications - Chihuahua Dog for Adoption in Council Bluffs, Iowa

Meet Pickle — The Tiny Chihuahua With a Big Heart

Pickle is a sweet, gentle female Chihuahua who wants nothing more than a soft lap, a calm home, and a person she can adore. She's been wellloved, and her owner is rehoming her only because of a housing change — not because of anything she's done. Pickle deserves a home where she can feel safe, spoiled, and cherished.

Her Personality

Pickle is a classic little Chihuahua: affectionate, loyal, and happiest when she's curled up with her person. She can be nervous in new situations and may shake when she's unsure, but once she feels secure, she becomes a devoted companion who loves attention and closeness.

She's a lap dog through and through, and she thrives when someone is home often. Pickle bonds deeply and wants to be included in daily life.

Home Life & Training

Pickle is:



Housebroken


Crate trained


Dog friendly


Cat friendly


Stranger friendly


Great with kids ages 6–16


Able to use potty pads


No bite history



She does well with other pets and enjoys gentle company. She will potty in the house if her signals are missed, so she needs someone attentive to her cues or willing to continue using potty pads. A fenced yard is important for her safety and confidence.

Her Ideal Home

Pickle's perfect home is one where she can be:



Spoiled with love and patience


With someone home most of the time


In a calm environment where she can decompress and feel secure


Given reassurance as she adjusts to the stress of rehoming



She would be a wonderful match for someone who wants a tiny shadow, a snuggly companion, and a dog who will adore them wholeheartedly.

Pickle is ready for her next chapter — one filled with comfort, stability, and love.

If you're looking for a gentle, affectionate little dog who just wants to be close to her person, Pickle may be your perfect match.



The suggested adoption donation for Pickle is $375, which includes a lifetime of free relationship-based training for any behavioral problems (not obedience training). Muddy Paws is a 501c3 non-profit organization meaning that part of your donation MAY be TAX DEDUCTIBLE. We are a 100% volunteer rescue committed to giving animals a second chance at life. All donations go toward that mission. Adoption fees are the primary source of funding for the cost of veterinary care for our animals. In 2022 alone, we provided animal Healthcare totaling over $399,000 covered mainly through adoption fees.

Information about the adoption process: All adoptions require a completed ADOPTION APPLICATION. Once your application has completed our prescreen steps, we will put you in touch with the animal's foster to see if you and the pet are a good match. If so, we will arrange a meeting for you and the animal. The adoptions for all of our animals will take place in the Omaha, NE area and must be done by the adoptive family in person. We do not ship or deliver.

Please Note: We are a RESCUE, which is different from a shelter. We conduct veterinary and personal reference checks, and a Home Visit (Virtual in some cases) during the application approval process. We always select the right applicant for each animal, based on the animal's needs. If you and the animal are not a good match, we will help you select another animal, or we will keep your approved application on file for 6 months.

To learn about Muddy Paws Last Chance Rescue or donate to our animals, please visit our website at MuddyPawsSecondChanceRescue.com or our Facebook Page Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue Inc.



If the dog or cat you adopt is older than 6 months of age and not spayed or neutered, you will receive a voucher to alter the pet at Val Verde Animal Hospital in Omaha, at no cost to you. Or you can alter the pet at your own vet and be reimbursed $100 for dogs, and $50 for cats, of total cost. If the dog or cat is younger than 6 months of age, adopter will be responsible for the cost of altering the pet at the vet of their choice. If proof of alter is received by Muddy Paws prior to the pet turning 6 months of age, a reimbursement of $100 for dogs and $50 for cats, will be sent to you to help cover expenses. [Muddy Paws can also suggest a vet with a reduced cost for alters.] All puppies and kittens MUST be spayed or neutered by 6 months of age. All dogs and cats MUST be spayed or neutered no later than one month after adoption is finalized. Thank you in advance for your compliance.

The Chihuahua is a small breed famous for its confidence, loyalty, and big personality, despite its tiny size. Originating from Mexico, these dogs are known for their large, expressive eyes and alert, curious nature. Chihuahuas make excellent companions, forming strong bonds with their owners and displaying a protective nature. They come in a variety of coat colors and patterns, with both long and short coats, making them a diverse and adorable addition to any family.

Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue is a not for profit organization formed in 2014 by a small group of devoted...