Where to Get A Chiweenie

Chiweenies are a popular and plentiful hybrid breed resulting from the cross of a purebred Chihuahua and a purebred Dachshund. This breed is an excellent choice for single owners with plenty of time to spend with them (young or old, experienced or not) as well families with older children. They are tiny, long, super cute and they are perfect for small living spaces and travel; no wonder why they are one of the more common "designer hybrids"! Whether you are looking for Chiweenie puppies for sale or adult Chiweenies to adopt, you will have a multitude of options.

Be warned, if you are intent on purchasing a Chihuahua Dachshund mix it is important to do your research to locate a reputable and responsible breeder that treats their animals with love and can show you that they are in good health.

Note that with this breed it is almost as easy to find a Chiweenie for adoption or rescue as it is to find Chiweenies for sale. We always recommend considering adoption first if the age of your pet is not of much importance to you.

The price of Dachshund-Chihuahua mix puppies for sale will vary based on many factors, but in general $400-$650 is the expected range. This hybrid breed actually costs much less than many others of similar size. If this is still not within your budget, there are many Chiweenies online for adoption and rescue, however, application fees, re-homing fees, exam fees and transport fees can still add up quite quickly. Here's a break down of a few issues that may influence Chiweenie prices:

1. Chiweenies are relatively low cost compared to many hybrids created from two purebred parents. They are quite popular and are not hard to find.
2. Teacup Dachshund x Chihuahua mixes will cost more than the standard sized.
3. Breeders often charge more for unique coat styles and colors
4. If you have a Chiweenie shipped or transported to you, the price will definitely factor in to your final cost
5. Health guarantees where the breeder pays for any health issues detected within a certain time frame (or accepts the puppy back) will probably mean a more expensive puppy
6. Health certifications (i.e. eye, hip) and genetic testing for inherited diseases will too
7. If both parents are certified purebreds from two recognized breeds they are true Chiweenies and will cost accordingly
8. If you prefer your pet from a show dog or champion bloodline, this will increase your price quite substantially

If purchasing a puppy is not in your budget or you just strongly believe in adoption, you stand an excellent chance of finding Chiweenie puppies for free. Although adults are far more common at adoption and rescue agencies, it's not uncommon to find young puppies. Check

• local shelters and adoption agencies
• Newspapers, Craigslist and other classified advertisements usually have a section for free pets
• adoption and rescue organizations for Chiweenies, specifically
• adoption and rescue organizations for Chihuahua or Dachshunds (ask them what mixes they have available)

A few things to bear in mind are these...
When adopting or rescuing a new pet, you cannot always ascertain their background was happy and healthy. It is often said an adult dog will not change, so their behavior can be observed, however, younger canines may be affected negatively by past traumas. We recommend adoption mostly for previous dog owners.

Adoption and Rescue are not without their own costs. Application fees, transport fees and re-homing fees are often assessed and may even total the cost of purchasing a puppy.