Small Dogs

Adoptable pups that are 8kg (17 lbs) or less. All dogs are currently available for adoption in the USA, UK, Germany, Sweden, The Netherlands, Belgium, France and Ireland unless indicated differently in their profile. Dogs have not been cat tested unless mentioned in their bio, but can be as needed.

Not all adoptable dogs are featured on our website, so you can fill out a general application with what you are looking for and we’ll help you find a match!

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  • Remy (F)

    Terrier Mix I DOB Estimate: 06/06/2023

    Nobody loves an emo fringe more than Remy. This black and white beauty is a curious, clumsy and playful little goofball. She hops, skips and jumps when she gets zoomies, as if she’s playing ‘the floor is lava’. She’s a little shy initially, but very keen to make friends with other dogs and people, so her curiousity always wins through.

  • Maricio (M)

    Pomeranian Mix | DOB Estimate: 02/02/2020

    This wonderful bundle of fur and kisses is Maricio. He’s been with us since 2022 but was neglected in a previous shelter as a pup. You wouldn’t know though because he LOVES people and is an absolute snugglebug! He’s quite active and likes to supervise activities. Gets along well with other dogs but can resource guard food, so deserves a home where he is the centre of attention, without any small children just to be extra cautious. Here's more pics and videos of this cutie to win you over.

  • Ollie (M)

    Pug Mix I DOB Estimate: 09/09/2021

    Ollie is a really sweet, cheeky lad who often gets lost around the loud, chaotic dogs. He bonds very quickly to his people and gets along with dogs who are playful but also like chill time. His not-so-secret talent is that his eyes look in slightly different directions… But this just adds to his total cuteness!

  • Nico (M)

    Mixed Breed | DOB Estimate: 07/07/2020

    Playful, shy to begin with, and quiet. Once Nico knows you, he loves hugs and attention, but he needs to learn to trust you first. Happily living with pups of all sizes, looks to other dogs for confidence. Nico needs a quiet home (no young children). More pics & info here!

  • Siofa (F)

    Chihuahua Mix I DOB Estimate 03/03/2021

    Siofa is a beautiful soul and has all the best traits of a small dog - she’s curious, sassy, thinks she’s in charge and knows she can get away with anything because of her cuteness! She gets along well with other dogs and loves her people once she warms up. She has the trademark Chinese underbite and would be a great companion for walks and hikes.

  • Jolie (F)

    Norfolk Terrier Mix I DOB Estimate: 09/09/2020

    This gorgeous thing is Jolie. She loves people and cuddles and will gently ask for attention by looking into your soul with her big brown eyes. Her white socks and beard make her a real character and her ears ‘do the triangle thing’ when she sees or hears something she’s interested in. A total gem of a dog, would be a great family pet.

  • GuGu (F)

    Miniature Poodle | 08/08/2016

    GuGu’s puppy eyes are looking for a forever family!
    Clever little Gugu didn’t take long to settle into her UK foster home and find her joys in life - she loves attention, a potter in the garden, food, and a cosy bed of her own. She’s absolutely loving having a home of her own full of her very own things, and is hesitant to let others share in her new found comforts and treats. For that reason she’d be best in a home without dominant dogs or children.

    Adoptable in UK

  • Duncan (M)

    Terrier Mix I DOB Estimate: 05/05/2022

    Duncan is an amazing boy and is looking for his forever home. He would love a home with people around for most of the day; he does get along with other dogs but he LOVES humans. Once he knows you, he will woo you with his butt wiggles and tippy-tappy toes. He doesn't like pups who play rough or are too boisterous. Dog savvy kids would be considered for this handsome mister.

  • Florida (F)

    Mixed Breed | DOB Estimate: 11/11/2018

    Dog and people friendly, but very skittish and nervous of new people. She loves the sofa, anywhere she can sit and watch or curl up in a tiny ball and nap. Rescued heavily pregnant from a meat market, she has gone strength to strength with her rehabilitation, and now is looking for a home to help continue it. We're looking for a calm, quiet house (no kids) to help her relax and continue to build confidence in a friendly and loving environment. More info & pics here.

  • Henny (F)

    Pug Mix I DOB Estimate: 03/03/2023

    Our quiet little mama, Henny, has raised her babies and is looking for a home for herself, now. She’s incredibly gentle and affectionate with dogs and people and is learning how to play. She can be protective over her bed around other dogs, so a home where she is your pride and joy would be ideal for her

  • Rhys (M)

    Terrier I DOB Estimate: 01/01/2023

    This playful young chap is Rhys. He’s full of character, inquisitive and friendly. He is very submissive but loves his dog friends, so would love to have a home with similar sized, friendly pups. He is a real sweetheart and would make a great walking buddy. He has one brown eye and one piercing blue eye that looks straight into your soul and an underbite that makes orthodontists quake in their boots.

    Cat safe

  • Badaffi (M)

    Terrier Mix I DOB Estimate: 01/1/2021

    King of the scruffy lads, our Badaffi is a favourite of anyone who meets him. After a rocky start, he has become such a loving and playful dog. He’s extremely affectionate and would love to spend his days pottering around, following his people and playing with his friends. He needs a home without young kids, dog savvy teenagers could be considered.

    Cat safe

  • Jade (F)

    Terrier Mix I DOB Estimate: 03/03/2023

    A sweet and simply wonderful little beauty. She’s incredibly bright and affectionate and would really like to have a place to let her hair down. She’s a little overwhelmed by all the other dogs, but would enjoy the company of similar sized, calm dogs to help build her confidence whilst she settles in. She’s playful and cheeky once she’s comfy and will make a great companion to anyone.

  • Rocky (M)

    Jack Russell Mix I DOB Estimate: 01/01/2021

    This is Rocky. Like most small dogs, Rocky thinks he has the size, strength and speed of a majestic stallion. Rocky doesn’t realise his legs are, infact, only 4.5 inches long. This short king can be a little shy to start with but quickly finds his confidence and rewards you with showing you his cuddly, playful side. He enjoys hanging out with his friends and can often be found napping the sunshine.

  • Frankie (M)

    Terrier Mix I DOB Estimate: 10/10/2022

    Frankie is a real gentleman - a little shy to start with but full of patience and respectful of your personal space but with the potential for terrier-style zoomies and playtime. He takes a hot second to get his confidence but would be a rewarding boy to have in the home and loves fusses once he trusts you. He’d love a place without much noise and chaos, maybe with a similar sized, calm dog for company.

  • Burdock (M)

    Spitz Mix I DOB Estimate: 03/03/2021

    Handsome fluff-bag Burdock is a curious little man who enjoys living with his friends and supervising the activities of others. He’s friendly ad affectionate once he knows you and will ask for gentle head-scratches by putting his paws up to you. He could live with other dogs and dog-savvy teenagers.

  • Alex (M)

    Pomeranian Mix I DOB Estimate: 01/01/2020

    Captain of the Fluffy Brigade, Alex is an absolute cuddlebug. He adores being around people and is happiest when he’s wherever you are - in bed, under your desk at work, watching you in the shower… You’ll never be alone again with Alex in your life. He doesn’t like sharing food with other dogs, so would ideally be the only dog in the home where he gets all the love he deserves.

  • Miami (F)

    Doodle Mix I DOB Estimate: 11/11/2022

    This shy, sweet little girl was sadly born here at the Safehouse, so it’s all she’s ever known. She relied on her brother, Orlando, at first for reassurances and confidence, but her brother was quick to trust people and has since been adopted. She is still a bit timid but with the right home, on her own or with another similar sized confident dog, we believe she would thrive outside these walls.

  • Mog (F)

    Spaniel Mix I DOB Estimate: 03/03/2022

    Soft baby, Mog is a sneaky ninja who loves to give surprise kisses. She’s incredibly affectionate and doesn’t understand personal space - she will be your shadow, your best friend, your conjoined twin. She’s wonderful company, gentle and quiet and would love nothing more than a home with people who are around most of the time to give her the love, time and attention she deserves and yearns for.

  • Kathy (F)

    Mini Schnauzer I DOB 06/06/2022

    Our sweet sausage, Kathy, is looking for a family who will adore her. She’s small in size but she has a huge heart and is always one of the first dogs to greet us in the yard. She likes other dogs who are not too crazy or noisy and who won’t mind sharing their home, space and humans with her.

    Cat safe

Adoption FAQs

  • Oh yes! Due to our tiny sized team, we get what we can updated but have tons of amazing dogs available for adoption. Feel free to send in a general application saying what you are looking for and we can help you find your match! We have hundreds of adoptable animals at all times.

  • We only adopt where we have a support network, ensuring we can always be there for our rescues even after adoption so there's minimal risk of any failings. We work with partner rescues but we also handle adoptions privately. The last thing we would want after all of their rehabilitation, is for them to leave us to be failed again by humans and undo all their progress.

  • 1) We receive an application (you can apply for a particular animal, or leave it blank if you are open to our suggestions)

    2) We review the applications usually within a week. Be sure to check spam folder!

    3) If we wish to pursue yours, you'll be invited for a homecheck.

    4) If the homecheck is approved, we will then start the matching process. We will ensure that we feel the pup/cat is a good fit.

    5) Once the match is secured, we will begin travel plans. It can take on average between 1-4 months, depending on the location.

  • All you pay for is transportation home. Your pet will also be fully vaccinated, spayed/neutered + medically examined for behavioral or medical conditions to reduce any surprises.

    Adoptions Set prices

    USA - $1500

    Euro - 850€

    Pound - 1000£

    The transport cost covers: The airline fee, the transport from the Safehouse in Harbin to either Beijing or Shanghai, the exit paperwork, any import paperwork, any domestic transport to the adoptive home, crate + more.

    Note that cost may vary if a dog is already in foster in your area!