Name: Audrey Rose

Chihuahua, Female, Medium

Birth date: 11/13/98

A sweetheart of a little old gal was brought into the Valencia County Shelter by the father of the owner. He said his daughter could not keep her any more. We did not get to ask why she had to give a up a dog she had since she was a puppy. We can only imagine the circumstances that would make keeping darling Audrey Rose as a loved member of the family until her last breath - hopefully many years from now. She will be a great little friend for an older home where she can snuggle and cuddle with someone with a heart as big as she is. Audrey Rose is about seven and a half pounds of sugar sweet love.

Good with: Dogs: Y, Cats: N, Kids: Y

Adoption Fee: $100

Name: Carmen

Chihuahua, Female, Small

Birth date: 01/01/96

Carmen came to us from the Artesia rescue group in March after she was found on a ditch bank covered in fleas and ticks. She is blind in her left eye due to a big cataract. She has no teeth and the vet said the reason for her floppy mouth is that the front third of her lower jaw is missing. She weighs less than five pounds. Very food driven, she will mow through whatever she is given and search for more even though she gets as much as the larger dogs. Her walk looks a little awkward due to bad patellas. She is ok with cats, other dogs and adults, and probably would be with children if there were any around. She loves to sit in your lap and lick your hand. Her estimated age is 14. She is not on any meds. She needs someone who will make her life lovely while she is still here.

Good with: Dogs: Y, Cats: Y, Kids: Y

Adoption Fee: $100

Name: Cha-Cha

Chihuahua, Female, Large

Birth date: 05/09/98

Cha-cha is a leggy little lady. Her owner was facing a certain end so she surrendered her two beloved fur kids to us to ease her mind about their future. Cha-cha has spent time in two different foster homes and, possibly because her owner was female, seems to respond better to women over men. However, give her time, let her come to you, and she will end up jumping into your chair and settling down next to your leg for a comfortable snooze. After several visits to the veterinarian it was decided that her left eye needed to be removed because of chronic dry eye and repeated infections. We also had to have most of her remaining teeth removed. Cha-Cha is a bit stiff from old age but the arthritis doesn’t keep her from chasing cats. She recently exercised one of her foster dad’s cats the length of the back yard and over the fence. It is a big yard. Cha-cha has a good appetite for whatever is on the menu in her multi-dog foster home. At night, she has been sleeping on a chair in the living room with a towel she kicks around to make a nest that suits her. She’s first at the door to go out in the morning and has a couple favorite spots in the back yard to lie in the sun. This little old gal would do best in a forever home with an older person or couple (but no cats) that would move at an easy going pace and have the time to devote to her.

Good with: Dogs: Y, Cats: N, Kids: Y

Adoption Fee: $100

Name: Mad Eye Moody

Chihuahua, Male, Large

Birth date: 08/20/02

SANCTUARY: Found as a stray in Albuquerque, his eye was damaged beyond repair. We had it removed and he has recovered wonderfully! He is great with the other dogs, but is quiet and prefers to spend time in your lap rather than doing zoom doggy through the house. Moody is about eight years old and weighs 10 pounds. A little lover boy, he has a beautiful golden coat with frosting on his muzzle. He will be a terrific companion for a family that likes to spend quiet time together. UPDATE: He is no longer available for adoption, he has been put in Sanctuary where he will be kept comfortable on his meds ($25/weekly) and treatments for his liver, until his life gives out. We will take donations for his treatments. Thank you!

Good with: Dogs: Y, Cats: Y, Kids: Y

Adoption Fee: N/A

Name: Nilla

Chihuahua, Female Tiny

Birth date: 06/01/10

"When I learned about a possible forever family for me, I was really excited. I have been homeless for a while and I am only a year and a half old. I'm normally a very happy, friendly gal but when I was introduced to the family dog I guess I was overwhelmed and I kinda, sorta growled at her. She must have taken it the wrong way, and that's when my lights went out and I woke up in the emergency room. I am definitely not crying over spilled milk. The vet said I will do just fine with one eye so if you'd like a very small chi who will love you unconditionally please adopt me.

Good with – Dogs: Y, Cats: Y, Kid: Y

Adoption Fee: $200

Name: Papi

Chihuahua, Male, Small

Birth date: 05/05/03

This boy was found at the side of the road, hurt, treated and released. He gets along OK with other dogs, but he is an Alpha. He is lost and wants to go home. He will need someone who can put up with a grumpy, old man. He wants things his way and then everything is peaceful. He obviously has not been around a peaceful home with love and attention towards him.

Good with: Dogs: Y, Cats: N, Kids: N

Adoption Fee: $100

Name: Peggy Leg - (aka Missy from Roswell)

Chihuahua/Papillon mix, Female, Puppy

Birth date: 07/10/11

I am cute and scared and want someone to put me in their arms and protect me. My left back leg is missing its paw. It probably happened at birth. It doesn't hurt me but I don't have much use for it. Roswell Humane thought it would have to be amputated but ECR said they would like to get me a prosthesis paw instead. But that will cost a lot so they are collecting money for it. But I am hoping someone will want to give me a forever home, with or without a new paw. Please ask to meet me.

Good with - Dogs: Y, Cats: ?, Kids: Y

Adoption Fee $250

Name: Prince Valiant

Chihuahua, Male, Small

Birth date: 01/09/99

His registered name is Prince Valiant of Hahn, but is called Vali for short. He was purchased as a puppy but the owners divorced and he was given to grandmother where he lived for the past eight years. Now grandmother has passed away and Vali needed to be re-homed again. We picked him up from the home of the granddaughter, along with two other Chihuahuas. We had hoped to have time to find foster homes but recognized that the current situation was not good for the tiny dogs. We thought he had a growth on his chest but after clipping away the hair it appears he had a sever bruise. He had a mouth full of bad teeth so we had a dental done after doing a blood chem. panel and CBC to make sure he's healthy enough for the procedure. All of his blood levels are within the normal range. Only one thing left to do - find him a great retirement home.

Good with: Dogs: Y, Cats: Y, Kids: Y

Adoption Fee: $100

Name: Sonny

Chihuahua, Male, Small

Birth date: 05/25/03

Sonny is a wonderful, sweet, very loving boy who is about 8 years old. He is quiet, housebroken and very well-behaved. He gets along well with cats and other dogs. He gives hugs and kisses and is a loving, wonderful companion to his foster mom. He also bonds quickly. Please consider giving this adorable, precious little guy a home of his own.

Good with: Dogs: Y, Cats: Y, Kids: Y

Adoption Fee: $100

Name: Tinka

Chihuahua, Female, Medium

Birth date: 04/01/04

Handed down from family to family, we do not know where she came from or how she ended up in the family that released her to us. They just said that she was nippy with the kids. They have four children of their own and two they babysit - all under the age of five. With so many young children tormenting her and the other inconsistencies in her life, Tinka has built a defensive wall with strangers. It takes her at least three or four days to come out of her kennel and start to get to know new people in her life. She has been in two foster homes and one foster to adopt home looking for the right match. It will take a person who is willing to give her time to adjust and understands her needs to bring her around to being the loving dog she is in her current foster home. If you are looking for a gorgeous little longhair dog and have a patient and quiet home you really need to consider Tinka. We will not adopt her to a family with children. She is fine with the other foster dogs and would do well with one or two other small dogs as companions. Tinka weights seven and a half pounds.

Good with: Dogs: Y, Cats: N, Kids: N

Adoption Fee: $150

Name: Tita

Chihuahua, Female, Small

Birth date: 05/15/03

I am a Special Needs girl and my biggest need is LOVE. I was found near death on the Navajo Res. You see, I suffered a stroke. I am fine now except for some vision problems, a funny rear leg gait, and a cute tilt to my head. Weighing in at only five pounds, I love to be carried around or sit on your lap. My foster mom says I am fearless, potty trained to use a piddle pad or go outside, ignore cats, and need someone who can be around me most of the time to keep me out of trouble. I want to be pampered and thoroughly spoiled. You can read that to mean I want to be your only dog. When you see me in person you will totally melt.

Good with - Dogs: N, Cats: Y, Kids N

Adoption Fee: $150

Name: Tosha

Chihuahua, Female, Small

Birth date: 03/23/06

Her unusual reverse cream and blue gives little Tosha an exotic look. She was one of five dogs surrendered by the owner who had to go into a nursing home. One of the youngest, she probably did not get as much one-on-one handling as the older dogs. It will take a little time in a home that will give her space and calm support to turn her into a trusting and loving companion. But it will be well worth the time and effort in the long run. It be grand to look into those eyes and see your love reflected! Tosha is about seven pounds, and still has some social problems.

Good with: Dogs: Y, Cats: N, Kids: N

Adoption Fee: $150