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Riley

Chihuahua · Male · Puppy · 9 months

Meet Riley, a lovable young Staffordshire Bull Terrier Cross with an enormous heart and an even bigger personality. This affectionate youngster loves being around people and is happiest when he’s following his favourite person around, leaning in for cuddles or bouncing over to say hello with his signature happy enthusiasm. Riley is still very much a puppy at heart. He loves exploring the world, chasing bubbles, playing with soft toys and making everyone smile with his cheeky habit of “borrowing” socks and household treasures. He’s incredibly affectionate, eager to learn and has already shown what a gentle, friendly boy he is with everyone he meets. Riley would suit adopters with some experience of energetic young dogs who are excited to continue his training and help guide him through adolescence using positive, reward-based methods. In a new home we think Riley could happily live with a well-matched dog who enjoys playful interactions and can match his energetic play style. However due to his interest in chasing wildlife and cats, Riley is looking for a home without cats or small animals. Riley could live with teens who are confident around lively, bouncy dogs and who can enjoy his playful personality while helping him practise calm behaviours. A secure garden would be an added bonus, giving him space to burn off energy, continue his training and enjoy safe play with his family. If you’re looking for a cheerful, affectionate young companion who will keep you smiling every day and enjoy every adventure by your side, Riley could be the perfect addition to your family. If you have already completed our online rehoming form and would like to know more about Riley, you can e-mail our rehoming team on to register your interest. ch for the dog you have contacted us about

Size
Medium
Age
Puppy · 9 months
Location
🇬🇧London
Shelter
Battersea Dogs & Cats Home
Living with Riley
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Battersea Dogs & Cats Home · LondonLearn about Chihuahua

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Riley home

What you'll need for Riley in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
  4. 04

    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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    €20–35

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About Riley

What life with Riley looks like

Riley is a medium-sized puppy/kitten chihuahua dog waiting at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in London.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇬🇧Adopting from United Kingdom

UK shelters work under the Pet Travel Scheme (post-Brexit, the EU pet passport is not valid; a UK Animal Health Certificate is required for travel into the EU). Most UK rescues focus on domestic placements but some work with EU partners.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Riley, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Riley?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Battersea Dogs & Cats Home handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Riley on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Riley if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Battersea Dogs & Cats Home will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. UK adopters: post-Brexit travel into the EU requires an Animal Health Certificate. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Riley already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Riley isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Battersea Dogs & Cats Home early rather than rehoming privately; they know Riley and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (EN). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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