Chihuahua Dogs Available for Adoption

Meet Tony: tiny dog, big personality, professional sunbather

Tony is a 2–3 year old Chihuahua weighing in at just under 9 pounds—but he carries himself like a much bigger dog. This little guy is full of confidence, charm, and classic Chihuahua attitude.

Tony and his foster mom have already been doing some serious teamwork to build trust and confidence, and he’s making fantastic progress. With the right person, Tony has the potential to become an incredibly loving, affectionate, ride-or-die best friend. Once he picks his person, that’s it—you’ve been chosen. Expect a tiny shadow following you everywhere and bouncing up for attention whenever possible.

In classic Chihuahua fashion, Tony is a sun enthusiast and will happily lounge in a sunny spot like a tiny solar-powered dog. He enjoys playing with other dogs, is curious about cats, and while he may get a little excited around them, he’s gentle and respectful.

Tony often accompanies his foster mom to work at a grooming salon and handles the busy environment like a champ with dogs coming and going. Strangers? Well… he has thoughts about them and likes to share those thoughts loudly. But the good news is he’s very confident on leash and walks like a tiny show dog. He recently visited a store for some training practice and did great with the distractions and even greeted some new people—his foster mom is very proud of him!

He’s also an excellent travel buddy. Once he learned where he was allowed to sit in the car, he settled right in and quickly became a big fan of heated seats. Tony sleeps great in his crate and will even put himself to bed when he’s ready for a nap. Add in the fact that he’s very food motivated and a quick learner, and you’ve got a smart little guy who enjoys working with his person.

Tony does have a little “I must protect my human” instinct and may bark at children or dogs approaching his person, but his foster mom is actively working on this and he’s making progress every day.

At the end of the day, Tony is a funny, adorable, loyal little companion with a big heart and a big personality. If you appreciate a dog with character, sass, and serious cuddle potential, Tony might just be the tiny copilot you’ve been waiting for.


If you are interested in finding out more about Tony, please fill out an adoption application by copying and pasting the following link into your browser:

https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/BRO/Dog

Tony is being fostered in West Brookfield, MA.

The adoption fee is $500.

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Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most of the dogs, we are only guessing at the predominant breed or breed mix. We get to know each dog as an individual and will do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not by breed label.

We expect that all adopted dogs will enroll in a formal dog training class with their new owners. Obedience and training classes are an excellent way to learn more about your newly adopted dog, gain handling and training experience, and improve your relationship with your pet.

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.

Broken Tail Rescue, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue organization run by a group of dedicated volunteers in Massachusetts....