Chihuahua Dogs Available for Adoption in Herndon, Virginia

Looking for a furry tornado who will brighten up your life and fill your days with love and laughter?

Say hello to Tiny Tim (Tiny for short). He is an 8lb bundle of energy, an absolutely adorable and spirited long haired Chihuahua mix who gives off big dog energy in the cutest way. He loves to announce his arrival, or anyone else’s, with a bark built for a dog 3 times his size. With his long, fluffy cinnamon sugar coat, he may look like a sweet treat, but he's a brave and curious explorer at heart. So, if you're looking for a dog who will accompany you on all your adventures, Tiny is the perfect match. But don't worry, once you’re back from adventuring, he’ll be ready for some snuggles and pets. Tiny will melt your heart with his smile and then use that smile to make you forget he chewed your shoe. He loves his toys but also loves to chew other things, so if you don’t want to lose your favorite sweater or the remote, keep them put away.

Some things to know about Tiny:

Do not let his size fool you! He brings BIG energy and BIG personality to everything he does! In true Chihuahua fashion, Tiny is sweet, sassy, smart and absolutely thinks he’s the boss in the “best boss ever” kind of way. Originally, Tiny was part of a bonded pair but the more his confidence has grown, the more it’s clear he will thrive in a loving home with other dogs to play with. We’ve found that if he’s left unattended for too long, he will start to chew on things he shouldn’t so he should be crated when you’re not home or not able to keep an eye on him.

The 411 on Tiny:

Good with Dogs & Cats — Tiny does well with other dogs including our 12-year-old beagle. He’s more interested in the cat box than the cat though so beware. Although he pretty much ignores the cat; at meal time he will boisterously defend the chef making his dinner just in case the cat tries to have a go for it. We recommend at least one other dog in the home to keep Tiny engaged and active.
Independent but great snuggler — Tiny naps all around the house but when you’re lucky enough to have him curl up in your lap there is nothing better. He has the biggest little snore that’s so cute but it won’t keep you up at night.
Crate & House Trained — Tiny is fully crate trained and house trained and expects to sleep in his crate at night as well as when you’re gone. When he first arrived to his foster’s house, he wasn’t house broken and wore belly bands but hasn’t had any accidents in the house in a while. (Note: he has access to a doggy door and a large fenced yard so he can go out whenever he wants.)
Food motivated — Tiny is definitely food motivated but there have been no signs of food aggression. We don’t think he has any food allergies and eats his kibble like he’s trying to win a pie eating contest.
Commands — Tiny has finally mastered sit and is working on ‘off’ and ‘stay’ but his stubbornness sometimes gets the best of him.
Remember! Tiny is a chewer so keep clothes, shoes and accessories picked up and put away. If you leave them out, he will find them, drag them around and give your sneakers a custom look. His foster has found her shoes out in the yard many times so she’s still learning the lesson we’re warning you about.
Car rides – Tiny gets carsick so he should always be crated when traveling.

How Tiny will thrive:

A Safe & Loving Home — Tiny’s confidence has grown so much since he’s been in a safe and loving home. Safety and security go a long way. He thrives when he feels secure and protected.
Stimulation and play time – He will do best with someone that can engage him in play and shower him with lots of attention (at least until he nicely tells you he’s done) otherwise he may turn to chewing things he shouldn’t.

Brother Manny is also available

Adoption fee: $525 includes first 2 DAPP, bordetella, sterilized, heartworm test, dewormed, flea preventative, microchip

If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application and a representative will get back to you shortly to answer any questions you may have. The adoption policies and applications can be found at the following links: https://fancycats.org/adopt-a-cat and https://fancycats.org/adopt-a-dog. Email us at adoption@fancycats.org for general questions about our rescued cats. Email us at dogadoptions@fancycats.org for general questions about our rescued dogs.
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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.