Senior Chihuahua dogs in Rhode Island

Senior Chihuahua dogs for adoption in Rhode Island

Meet 5 adoptable senior Chihuahua dogs (age 7+) in Rhode Island. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready for a calm, loving home.

Older Chihuahuas in Rhode Island are often passed over for puppies, yet they're usually house-trained, settled in temperament, and ready to bond right away — and because they're fully grown, you already know their size and personality. Adopting a senior Chihuahua in Rhode Island means welcoming a calm, grateful companion who can settle in from day one.

Last updated July 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.

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Blanche & Dorothy PAC Bonded, adoptable senior Chihuahua in Saunderstown, RI

Blanche & Dorothy PAC Bonded

Chihuahua • ♀ Female • Small • Senior

Adoption Donation $ 400 Located: NE (Transportation costs included to the Northeast , plz ask for more details ) Age: approx 12 & 9 years old Weight: …

Friends of Homeless Animals, Inc. • Saunderstown, RI

10+ years
William Gatlin, adoptable senior Chihuahua in Saunderstown, RI

William Gatlin

Chihuahua • ♂ Male • Small • 12 years

Adoption Donation $399 Located: New England (Transportation costs included to the Northeast , plz ask for more details ) Age: approx 12 years old Weig…

Friends of Homeless Animals, Inc. • Saunderstown, RI

Senior confirmed
Cookie in TX, adoptable senior Chihuahua in Cranston, RI

Cookie in TX

Chihuahua • ♀ Female • Small • 7 years

Age: approx 7 years old Weight: 4.8 lbs My adoption fee is $550 which includes transportation charges to the Northeast. If you serious about adopting,…

Small Dog Rescue of New England, Inc • Cranston, RI

Senior confirmed
Simba in TX, adoptable senior Chihuahua in Cranston, RI

Simba in TX

Chihuahua • ♂ Male • Small • 7 years

Age: approx 7 years old Weight: 9 lbs My adoption fee is $ 425 which includes transportation charges to the Northeast. If you serious about adopting, …

Small Dog Rescue of New England, Inc • Cranston, RI

Senior confirmed
Justin in TX, adoptable senior Chihuahua in Cranston, RI

Justin in TX

Chihuahua • ♂ Male • Small • 7 years

Age: approx 8 years old Weight: 10 lbs My adoption fee is $425 which includes transportation charges to the Northeast. Justin was treated for heartwor…

Small Dog Rescue of New England, Inc • Cranston, RI

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Adopting a senior Chihuahua in Rhode Island — FAQ

What counts as a senior dog?

Most shelters and vets consider a dog "senior" around age 7, though large breeds often age sooner and small breeds a little later. Every dog listed here is 7 years or older.

How do I adopt a senior Chihuahua in Rhode Island?

Open any dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them in Rhode Island, then use the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Lily's Second Chance simply gathers senior Chihuahuas in one place so they're easier to find.

Are there always senior Chihuahua dogs available in Rhode Island?

Availability changes often as dogs are adopted and new ones are listed. If you don't see a senior Chihuahua in Rhode Island right now, check back soon or browse nearby states — new dogs are added regularly.

Can I adopt a senior Chihuahua from Rhode Island if I live elsewhere?

Often, yes. Many rescues and shelters in Rhode Island arrange or help coordinate transport for the right adopter, while others prefer a local meet-and-greet first. Open a dog's profile and ask the organization directly how their out-of-area adoption process works.

Know a senior Chihuahua in Rhode Island who needs a home?

Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.