Jack Russell Terrier and Chihuahua Dogs Available for Adoption

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.
Meet Dumpling, the sweet and goofy companion you've been searching for! This delightful dog is an easygoing dream, ready to shower her forever family with love, laughter, and endless cuddles.

Dumpling is a smart and willing-to-please girl, and the quickest way to her heart (and her eagerness to learn!) is through her stomach. She’s incredibly food-motivated, which makes training a joy. However, due to her love for treats, she needs to be the only pet in the home or in a family experienced with managing food guarding around other animals. No aggression towards humans, just a polite request for her snacks to be hers alone!

This charming pup is a true "little shadow," following her humans everywhere they go, always eager to be part of the action. Dumpling thrives on attention and loves to be the center of it! She’s fully house-trained and kennel-trained, making her a perfect fit for a structured home. You can count on her to be quiet through the night, ready for her morning potty break as soon as she wakes.

When it comes to playtime, Dumpling is a powerhouse of fun! She loves a good rough-and-tumble session and is absolutely obsessed with rope toys and a spirited game of tug. After a good play, she’s all about the snuggles, ready to melt into your lap for some quality cuddle time.

If you're looking for a gentle, devoted, and endlessly entertaining companion who loves to play as much as she loves to cuddle, Dumpling is the girl for you! Give this sweet shadow a home, and she'll fill your life with joy and loyalty.

nimal better, please fill out an adoption application. An adoption application is the best way to show your interest in an animal and is not a binding contract.

To learn more about Ruff Start’s adoption process and the care our foster animals receive, please visit our How to Adopt page.

If you are unable to adopt but want to help this animal and others in our care, you can donate to support the medical and veterinary needs of all Ruff Start Rescue animals.

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.

The Jack Russell Terrier is a lively and intelligent small breed known for its boundless energy and strong hunting instincts. With a distinctive white coat and often sporting tan or black markings, these dogs are full of personality and require regular exercise and mental stimulation to thrive. Jack Russell Terriers are fiercely loyal and make excellent companions for active owners willing to provide the mental and physical challenges this energetic breed needs to stay happy and healthy.

Our vision is simple: We strive for a world where every companion animal has a safe and loving forever home...