Small Dogs for Adoption in South Africa
Find a Small Dog to Adopt Near You
Browse the current dog profiles below to find small dogs looking for carefully matched homes across South Africa. Each full profile explains the dog’s location, age, temperament and home requirements. Please read it carefully before applying, and check the province and town to make sure the location is practical for you.
Need to find a new home for your own dog? Ask Little Doggy Rescue about home-to-home rehoming. We prioritise small purebred dogs, with toy breeds first.
How to Adopt Through Little Doggy Rescue
- Browse the current profiles below or use the province filters to find dogs near you.
- Open the full profile and check the dog’s age, temperament, location and stated home requirements.
- When the match looks suitable, review the adoption process and complete the application form.
New to rescue adoption? Our South African dog owner guides explain meet-and-greets, introductions and bringing a rescue dog home.
Looking for information about a particular breed? See the small dog breed adoption and rehoming guide. Current availability is always shown in the profiles below.
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#395 – Adopt Buddy – 4-Year-Old Male Pekingese – Rustenburg, North West
Meet Buddy – A Little Gentleman with a Whole Lot of Love! Buddy is a delightful 4-year-old male Pekingese looking for a loving new home in Rustenburg, North West. Weighing just 4 kg, this little fellow has a big personality and an even bigger heart! Buddy is playful, affectionate and loves nothing more than being…
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#394 – Adopt Stewy – 9-Year-Old Male Dog – Pretoria, Gauteng
Stewy is a 9-year-old male dog for adoption in Pretoria, weighing approximately 7 kg. He loves cuddles, gets along excellently with children and other dogs, and needs a cat-free home prepared to manage his special dietary needs and tendency to constipation.
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#393 – Adopt Roxy – 2-Year-Old Female Beagle & Jack Russell Cross – Pretoria, Gauteng
Roxy is a 2-year-old Beagle and Jack Russell cross in Pretoria. She loves attention and is excellent with children and dogs, but needs a cat-free home.
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#387 – URGENT Adopt Dexter & Roxy Together – Jack Russell Cross & Jack Russell – Somerset West, Western Cape
❤️ TWO LOVABLE DOGS NEED A HOME TOGETHER – URGENT! URGENT: DEXTER & ROXY NEED A NEW HOME BY 14 OCTOBER 2026! Meet Dexter and Roxy, two affectionate, joyful dogs from Somerset West in the Western Cape, who urgently need a loving new home together. Dexter is a 5-year-old male Jack Russell × Beagle, while…
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#380 – Adopt Boeing & Cessna – Bonded Male Pekingese Pair – Centurion, Gauteng
Boeing and Cessna are a bonded Pekingese pair in Centurion who must stay together. Boeing is shy and has separation anxiety; Cessna is affectionate and cautious on stairs. They need secure fencing and a home where someone is present most of the day.
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#373 – Adopt Betty & Barney – Dachshund & English Bulldog in Johannesburg, Gauteng
Betty & Barney – 6 & 7-Year-Old Bonded Pair Looking for a Loving Home in Gauteng Betty and Barney are a bonded pair for adoption in Johannesburg, Gauteng. They need a new home together because their owner is emigrating overseas. Betty is a beautiful, pint-sized Miniature Dapple Dachshund, while Barney is a handsome English Bulldog…
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#370 – Adopt – Hulk, 9-Year-Old Beagle Cross Jack Russell, Centurion Gauteng
CENTURION, GAUTENG Adopt Hulk – A Loving 9-Year-Old Beagle Cross Jack Russell Meet Hulk, a wonderfully affectionate 9-year-old Beagle Cross Jack Russell looking for a loving new home in Centurion, Gauteng. Hulk’s family is relocating, and sadly he cannot go with them. This lovable boy is described by his owner as sweet, social and incredibly…
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#355 – Adopt – Bruce, 1-Year-Old Male German Shepherd in Johannesburg
Meet Bruce, a young male German Shepherd available for adoption in Johannesburg. He needs an active home with a secure garden.
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#338 – Adopt – Clara, Jack Russell Mix (Special Blend) – Randburg
Meet Clara, an active Jack Russell mix available in Randburg, Gauteng. Her profile explains the specific home and exercise she needs.
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#223 Gauteng, Randburg ~ Adopt Labrador Mix Females: Jellybean and Jellytot
Meet Jellybean and Jellytot, Labrador-mix females available for adoption in Randburg, Gauteng. Read their full profile.
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#222A Gauteng, Centurion ~ Adopt Dingo Mixed Breed Male
Meet Dingo, a friendly mixed-breed male available for adoption in Centurion, Gauteng. View his needs before applying.
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#222 Gauteng, Centurion ~ Adopt Wollie a Jack-A-Bee
Meet Wollie, a Jack-A-Bee available for adoption in Centurion, Gauteng. Read his full profile and adoption requirements.
