Purebred Small Breeds

These are the breeds we most commonly help. If your dog is a purebred or predominantly one of these breeds, we can assist.

Yorkshire Terrier

Yorkies are one of our most requested breeds. We work closely with SA Yorkie Rescue for Yorkie-specific rehoming.

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Chihuahua

Long-coat and smooth-coat Chihuahuas. These tiny dogs need homes that understand small-breed handling.

→ Rehome a Chihuahua in SA

Jack Russell Terrier

Energetic and intelligent. We match Jack Russells with active homes that can keep up with them.

→ Rehome a Jack Russell in SA

Miniature & Toy Poodle

Smart, affectionate, and often hypoallergenic. Popular with families and first-time owners alike.

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Dachshund (Miniature)

Also known as sausage dogs. Loyal, brave, and full of personality. Both smooth and wire-haired.

→ Rehome a Dachshund in SA

Shih Tzu

Gentle, friendly companions that thrive in calm, loving homes. Great with children and other pets.

→ Rehome a Shih Tzu in SA

Pomeranian

Fluffy, confident, and surprisingly bold for their size. We help Pom owners find suitable new homes.

→ Rehome a Pomeranian in SA

Miniature Schnauzer

Alert, spirited, and loyal. Ideal for owners who want a bigger personality in a compact package.

→ Rehome a Schnauzer in SA

French Bulldog

Popular, affectionate, and low-energy. We help Frenchies find homes that understand their specific needs.

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Maltese

Gentle, playful, and devoted. These small white dogs bond closely with their families.

→ Rehome a Maltese in SA

Pekingese

Dignified, loyal, and surprisingly independent. They need owners who appreciate their unique character.

Boston Terrier

Friendly, bright, and easygoing. Known as the "American Gentleman" for their tuxedo-like markings.

Pug

Charming, mischievous, and loving. Pugs need homes that understand their specific health considerations.

→ Rehome a Pug in SA

Biewer Terrier

Rare and elegant, similar to Yorkies with distinctive tri-colour coats. Delightful family companions.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Sweet, gentle, and affectionate. These spaniels adapt well to most home environments.

Small Crossbreeds & Mixed Breeds

We also rehome well-socialised small crossbreeds and mixed-breed dogs under 15kg. Common crosses we help with include:

Yorkie Cross

Yorkie-Poo, Yorkie-Jack, Morkie, and other Yorkie mixes under 15kg.

Poodle Cross

Cavapoos, Cockapoos, Maltipoos, and other poodle-descended crosses.

Jack Russell Cross

Jack-Chi, Jack-Pom, and other Jack Russell mixes.

Dachshund Cross

Doxie-Poo, Chiweenie, and other dachshund mixes.

Chihuahua Cross

Chi-Pom, Chi-Poo, and other Chihuahua mixes under 10kg.

Small Terrier Cross

Any small terrier mix under 15kg with a good temperament.

Important: We specialise in small breed dogs and puppies under 15kg. We are unable to assist with Pitbulls, Rottweilers, Boerboels, or other power breeds. All dogs must be able to stay in your home during the rehoming process — this is a home-to-home service.

Puppies

We rehome puppies from 8 weeks of age. Puppies are placed with families who have been screened specifically for puppy-readiness — including time availability, training plans, and understanding of puppy development stages. The same four-step process applies to puppies as adult dogs.

Not Sure If Your Breed Qualifies?

If your dog doesn't appear on this list but is under 15kg and well-socialised, contact us. We assess each dog individually based on their temperament, needs, and adopter demand. Even if we can't help directly, we can often point you to a breed-specific rescue that can.

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