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Roxy

Chihuahua · Female · Senior · 9 years

Meet lovely Roxy, the Chihuahua who gives the softest cuddles! Roxy is a sensitive little lady who arrived at Battersea with her three siblings, but they unfortunately had to be separated. She can be a little worried by other dogs and didn't enjoy being pestered by them in her previous home. For now, she is looking to be the only dog in the home, but would benefit from having some calm and respectful doggy friends in the area to help build her confidence. Roxy is a real little lovebug. She can be shy when you first meet her, but quickly warms up and just wants all the cuddles. As she can be nervous at times, she would be best suited to living with teenagers who can give her space when she needs it. Busy London has been a lot for poor little Roxy, so she would prefer a quieter home away from the inner city. A private garden would be beneficial, although this isn't essential for her. Roxy is very tolerant of handling, although she isn't a fan of nail clippers. Her new owners will need to help her build positive associations with having her nails clipped and show her that they aren't as scary as she thinks! Roxy is looking for a family who will give her the time and patience she needs to build her confidence and come out of her shell. In return, she has plenty of cuddles and affection to give and will make a lovely companion. If you have already completed our online rehoming form and would like to know more about Roxy, you can e-mail our rehoming team on to register your interest. tch for the dog in question.

Size
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇬🇧London
Shelter
Battersea Dogs & Cats Home
Living with Roxy
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Battersea Dogs & Cats Home · LondonLearn about Chihuahua

Listed 4 days ago

Bringing Roxy home

What you'll need for Roxy in week one.

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  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 Roxy

What life with Roxy looks like

Roxy is a senior chihuahua dog waiting at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in London.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇬🇧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 Roxy, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Roxy?
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 Roxy on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Roxy 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 Roxy 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 Roxy 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 Roxy 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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