Chihuahua Rescue Dogs & Puppies for Adoption in and around Truro
There are 3 Chihuahuas looking for a new home in and around Truro right now, listed by K9 Crusaders Dog Welfare and National Animal Welfare Trust Cornwall. Includes Chihuahua crosses.
2 in Truro itself and 1 within about 25 miles, in places such as Hayle. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of Truro.
By listed age: 2 adults and 1 older dog.
Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.
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Chihuahuas near Truro right now
3 Chihuahuas are listed in or around Truro today, with 2 rescues. 2 are in Truro itself and 1 with rescues around it. By age: 2 adult dogs and 1 older dog. All 3 are male. The newest was added on 2 November 2026.
- K9 Crusaders Dog Welfare in Truro: 2 Chihuahuas
- National Animal Welfare Trust Cornwall at Hayle, about 17 miles away: 1 Chihuahua
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About Chihuahuas
| Breed group | Toy |
|---|---|
| Size | Small |
| Weight (breed standard) | Up to 2.7 kg, with 1.8 to 2.7 kg preferred |
| Exercise | Up to 30 minutes a day |
| Size of home | A flat is big enough |
| Grooming | Once a week |
| Coat | Smooth coat: short. Long coat: medium (both shed) |
| Lifespan | Over 12 years |
What Chihuahuas are like to live with
The Royal Kennel Club calls the Chihuahua "the smallest breed in the world" and sums it up as a "huge personality in a tiny frame". It describes the breed as "bold and saucy in temperament" and "outgoing and confident". The breed takes its name from the Mexican state where it became fashionable in the late 19th century.
Chihuahuas listed in and around Truro today
As of 8 November 2026, 3 Chihuahuas are listed with rescues in and around Truro on LocalPetFinder: by their listed age, 2 adults and 1 aged 7 or over.
2 of them are listed as a cross, as the rescue describes it: Chihuahua Cross (2). Breed labels on rescue listings are often a best guess from looks.
The rescues mark 1 as able to live with children and 1 with cats. Where a profile says nothing, it doesn't mean no: ask the rescue.
Sources (checked 30 September 2026)
- The Royal Kennel Club: Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) (Weight from the breed standard; long coat values from the Chihuahua (Long Coat) page. All in sources.)
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Breed descriptions are general. Every rescue animal is an individual, so the rescue's own assessment of the animal comes first.
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How many rescue Chihuahuas are available for adoption in Truro?
As of 8 November 2026, 3 Chihuahuas are listed for adoption in and around Truro on LocalPetFinder, from K9 Crusaders Dog Welfare and National Animal Welfare Trust Cornwall. That is 2 in Truro itself and 1 with rescues within about 25 miles, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near Truro have Chihuahuas right now, and how old are they?
As of 8 November 2026, K9 Crusaders Dog Welfare (in Truro): 2 and National Animal Welfare Trust Cornwall (at Hayle, about 17 miles away): 1. By age, that is 2 adult dogs and 1 older dog. The newest was added on 2 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.
Where can I adopt a Chihuahua in Truro?
With the rescue that has the dog. Today the Chihuahuas on this page are with K9 Crusaders Dog Welfare (2) and National Animal Welfare Trust Cornwall (1). Open a profile and apply to that rescue: each one runs its own application, home check and adoption fee. We don't rehome animals ourselves.
What is the difference between apple-head and deer-head Chihuahuas?
"Apple head" comes from the breed standard: The Royal Kennel Club asks for a well-rounded "apple dome" skull with a moderately short, slightly pointed muzzle. "Deer head" is an informal name for a longer face and does not appear in the standard. The Royal Kennel Club's Breed Watch lists an excessively short muzzle as a point of concern. For a rescue dog, head shape is a look, not a type: ask the rescue about the dog's breathing, teeth and eyes instead.
Is a Chihuahua a good dog for a flat?
It can be. The Royal Kennel Club lists a flat as a big enough home for the breed, with a small or medium garden, and up to 30 minutes of exercise a day. Whether a particular dog will settle in a flat, with neighbours and shared stairs, is something the rescue can tell you.
Are Chihuahuas good with children?
It depends on the dog, not the breed. Most of the 3 Chihuahuas listed in and around Truro today don't say either way, so ask the rescue. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue what age of children the dog could live with.
How much does it cost to adopt a Chihuahua in Truro?
The Chihuahuas listed in and around Truro today are with K9 Crusaders Dog Welfare in Truro (2) and National Animal Welfare Trust Cornwall at Hayle, about 17 miles away (1); each profile shows that rescue's fee. Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Dogs Trust charges £300 for a puppy or adult dog in England, Wales and Scotland, and Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over and £335 for dogs aged 1 to 7. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.
Are there Chihuahua puppies for sale in Truro?
No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Chihuahua on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 3 Chihuahuas listed in and around Truro today are with K9 Crusaders Dog Welfare in Truro (2) and National Animal Welfare Trust Cornwall at Hayle, about 17 miles away (1), and each rescue shows its own fee on the profile. For comparison, Dogs Trust £300, and Blue Cross puppies under six months start from £525. If you searched "chihuahua puppies for sale Truro", the Chihuahuas here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price. In England, Lucy's Law has meant since 6 April 2020 that puppies under six months can't be sold by a third party such as a pet shop or dealer: you buy direct from the breeder or adopt from a rehoming centre.
Can I get a free Chihuahua to a good home in Truro, or one under £500?
Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 3 Chihuahuas listed in and around Truro today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; the nearest rescue is K9 Crusaders Dog Welfare in Truro. Many rescue fees are under £500: Dogs Trust charges £300, and Blue Cross from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over. An animal offered "free to a good home" is usually a private advert rather than a rescue. All dogs in the UK must be microchipped by 8 weeks old, and in England, Wales and Scotland a dog can't pass to a new keeper until it is chipped, so ask to see the microchip details.
Are there Chihuahua puppies for adoption in Truro?
Not right now: none of the 3 listed in and around Truro is under a year old by its listed age. Puppies do get listed, so check back or look at the adults, whose rescues can tell you much more about their character.
Are there older Chihuahuas for adoption in Truro?
Yes: 1 of the 3 listed in and around Truro is aged 7 or over by their listed age. Some rescues charge less for older dogs: Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over.
Is there a Chihuahua rescue near me in Truro?
As of 8 November 2026, the Chihuahuas listed in and around Truro are with K9 Crusaders Dog Welfare in Truro (2) and National Animal Welfare Trust Cornwall at Hayle, about 17 miles away (1). The nearest to Truro is K9 Crusaders Dog Welfare in Truro. You can also see Chihuahuas across England. To see what is closest to you, search by postcode with the pet finder on our home page. To hear when one is listed, set up an email alert on this page.
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