Adoption process and fees
Welcome to Tiny Hearts Tiny Barks Chihuahua Rescue & Sanctuary in Pittsburg, Missouri. We are committed to matching our rescued Chihuahuas with safe, loving, and lifelong forever homes. Learn about our adoption steps, transparent fees, and home guidelines below.
How adoption works and what is included
Every Chihuahua in our rescue receives dedicated medical care, rehabilitation, and compassionate evaluation. Review our clear adoption stages, our standard fee breakdown, and our core home requirements to ensure a smooth transition.
| Adoption process step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Meet and greet | Schedule an initial introduction to meet your prospective Chihuahua and evaluate compatibility. |
| 2. Veterinary checks | We contact your past or current veterinarian to confirm responsible care and vaccination history. |
| 4. Final adoption agreement | Complete paperwork with our return guarantee if the match ever does not work out. |
| Adoption fees and medical care | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Standard Chihuahua adoption fee | $200 |
| Spay and neuter surgery | Included |
| All core vaccinations and shots | Included |
| Standard Chihuahua Mix adoption fee | $150 |
| Puppies Adoption Signed Health contract | $75 |
| Adoptive home guidelines | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Large dogs in household | No big dogs permitted in the home for safety reasons. |
| Current pet limit | Homes with 5 or more existing dogs will not be approved. |
| Living environment | Must be kept strictly as indoor-only companion pets. |
| Children, cats, and other pets | Evaluated individually based on each specific Chihuahua's unique needs. |
Our safety commitment and return policy
We prioritize the safety of tiny dogs above all else. To put your mind at ease, if for any reason an adoption does not work out, you can always bring the Chihuahua back to Tiny Hearts Tiny Barks. View our available dogs today or contact us at [[shay.thtb@yahoo.com]] or [[417-229-8082]] to get started.