Hesperia, CA

Small Dogs for Adoption in Hesperia, CA: 19 Little Dogs Looking for a Home

Small Dogs up for adoption near Hesperia, CA

Rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Hesperia have 19 small dogs up for adoption. Here are all 19, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.

Every dog on this page is listed by their rescue as small, with breeds like Beagle, Terrier and Dachshund.

1. Belli

Adult · Female · Dachshund (short coat) · 3 mi from Hesperia

Belli is a 6-year-old, 12-pound black-and-tan piebald Miniature Dachshund looking for her forever home! This sweet little girl has so much love to give. Belli gets along well with other dogs and would love a canine companion to keep her company. She enjoys going for walks, exploring her surroundings, and having space to play. A home with a yard would be a dream come true for her!
Belli is looking for a special kind of home. Belli struggles with separation anxiety, and being crated makes her anxiety worse. She needs a patient, understanding family who can help her feel safe and secure. Someone who is home most of the day, such as a stay-at-home parent or someone who works from home, would be ideal.
A friendly dog companion, a loving family, leisurely walks, and a yard to explore would help Belli thrive.
Belli's dream home includes:

Read more about Belli

A person who is home most of the day
Another friendly dog for companionship
A secure yard to sniff, explore, and play
A family who understands her separation anxiety
Lots of love, patience, and cuddles

Belli isn't asking for much — just a person to love, a home where she feels safe, and the comfort of knowing she isn't alone for long periods. Could you be the one to give this precious little girl the forever home she deserves?

Adopt Belli fromDachshund PawsHesperia, CA · listed Oct 22

2. Stacy

Young · Female · Poodle (Miniature) / Mixed (long coat) · 16 mi from Hesperia

What a cutie pie is she! About 12 lbs. and a year old. Just got her professionally groomed. We rescued her from a home that could no longer care for her. She has all of her vaccines, been microchipped and leaves with new leash/collar, medical records and homemade treat bag.
Email your completed application - from our website. we make one hour appointments Wednesdays thru Sundays from 8 am to 1 pm. Let us know your preferred day/time. Be sure to bring your entire family living in the home and any other dog/s you have. We'll have a meet n greet in large play-ground.
She enjoys her k-9 pals at B&B - Nero, Bubba and Pal...and others.
We got great pix of her and they were supposed to be up...we'll get this remedied right away...

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Stacy fromBeagles and BuddiesApple Valley, CA · listed Oct 2

3. Willow

Puppy · Female · Beagle / Mixed · 16 mi from Hesperia

Willow is 3 months as of l0/1/26. We've got to figure out her breeds - we've never seen a beagle with this coloring, but she sure ain't a dalmatian. Very playful and has made lotsa friends at B&B.
She bites and scratches - most young kids will not like this. I know I didn't when my folks got me puppies when I was a kid. They did not think to get a nice adult, so I got my first dog when I was 31 yrs....and then a few years later lots and lots more~

  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Willow fromBeagles and BuddiesApple Valley, CA · listed Sep 29

4. Pal-in back

Young · Male · Terrier / Poodle (Miniature) (short coat) · 16 mi from Hesperia

Bubba and Pal are two wee brothers - about a year young - rescued by driver who saw them about to be snagged by a big dog near the highway.
They've now been vaccinated and neutered, bunking with Stacy and Nero - they are real sweeties. Check both of them out - should have a k-9 pal - they do not need to go out together.
Email your completed application and select an appointment Wednesday thru Sunday between 9 am and 1 pm. Let us know that info when you email application. We will confirm and look forward to meeting your entire family and any other doggies.
We know our dogs well and we'll have lotsa fun at your B&B visit.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Pal-in back fromBeagles and BuddiesApple Valley, CA · listed Sep 28

5. Gracie

Adult · Female · Beagle · 16 mi from Hesperia

Gracie came from a breeding laboratory. She is a lovely 30 lb. white/red pure gal who needs another beagle who will be a pal to her and help her relax. She was only dog in new family that adopted her - she is great with our house dogs. That's how it works - the pack helps relax and acclimate more frightened pooches.
We are letting that good energy take its course. If you've got friendly dogs, bring them to meet/greet her. One hour appts Wednesdays thru Sundays between 9 am and 1 pm. Let us know your preferred day/time.
Lotsa fun - bring your entire family and pooches. Looking forward.
The black/dark coloring you see is from shadows. She is a 2-tone gal.

  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Gracie fromBeagles and BuddiesApple Valley, CA · listed Sep 28

6. Chanel

Young · Male · Beagle · 16 mi from Hesperia

Chanel is a beautiful one year pure tri-colored 25 lb gal. She has been with a senior woman since a wee pup and just too much energy for her - should have gotten a middle aged or older dog with similar energy level.
Beagles are pack animals and would be great for her to have a friend of her own breed or species.
Email your completed and impressive app to get a one hour appointent Wednesdays through Sundays between 9 am and 1 pm. Let us know your preferred day/time and be sure to bring entire family and any other dog/s.
Looking forward to lotsa fun in our large one-on-one playground

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Chanel fromBeagles and BuddiesApple Valley, CA · listed Sep 28

7. Beatrice-ADOPTED 9/30/26

Young · Female · Beagle · 16 mi from Hesperia

Beautiful Ms Beatrice came from a local shelter where she spent six days. No ID or microchip and in tact. She is now spayed and fully vaccinated and SHE IS PERFECT. Quiet, playful, friendly, social, good with all sizes of dogs - AMAZING.
Email us your impressive application - we make appts to show our dogs from Wednesdays thru Sundays from 9 am to 1 pm.
Along with your application, let us know the day/time you can bring your entire family plus any other dog/s you have to meet 'n greet one-on-one.
we seldom rescue a dog with all the stars behind her name as this one from the get-go. Could sure use some help - computer talented please!
ALREADY HEARD BACK FROM HER NEW HOME....All is excellent! We knew it would be....great dog and great home!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Beatrice-ADOPTED 9/30/26 fromBeagles and BuddiesApple Valley, CA · listed Sep 26

8. Socks-ADOPTED 9/25/26

Senior · Male · Beagle / Mixed · 16 mi from Hesperia

Socks is a 10 yr beagle mix, heavy on the mix, guy who has a large mass near his scrotum. That will be removed along with testicles and his teeth cleaned.
And, surprise, he has joined the home of Solo - doing very well together!
We'll post photo shortly

  • Good with dogs
Adopt Socks-ADOPTED 9/25/26 fromBeagles and BuddiesApple Valley, CA · listed Sep 25

9. Cisco

Young · Male · Dachshund / Mixed · 16 mi from Hesperia

Dear little Cisco is a real sweetie. Came in as a stray, shy and took no time to open up with help of Bubba and Pal, other little guys. And now the three of them are socializing sweetheart Stacy...White young terripoo who is probably hypoallergenic. Check out her pix and profile shortly.
Check out his video...
The mix we see in him is that his legs are not quite as short or turned as pure doxie.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Cisco fromBeagles and BuddiesApple Valley, CA · listed Aug 27

10. Silly-ADOPTED 9/3/26

Adult · Female · Spaniel / Mixed · 16 mi from Hesperia

Sister or other relative to Sassy and Sissy.....senior mom passed without plans for the trio and out of town family could not keep them. They all share a playground at B&B and we hope some can stay together or at least have another k9 pal. All are adorable.
Check out other profiles and visit all three....other info posted for Sassy and Sissy
Probably hypoallergenic little lady - under 15 lbs.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Silly-ADOPTED 9/3/26 fromBeagles and BuddiesApple Valley, CA · listed Aug 16

11. Sissy-ADOPTED 9/30/26

Adult · Female · Terrier / Mixed · 16 mi from Hesperia

Sissy, sister of Sassy (see her profile and pix) is a very sweet companion. Bonded with her sisters (also see Silly) and would love to stay with them, or at least another dear pooch.
Came to B&B when their senior mom passed and extended family could not take them. All the more reason to plan for them in your Will or Trust.
Please visit Wednesdays thru Sundays between 9 am and 1 pm at B&B's sanctuary with your entire family and any other doggies. Make an appointment pls. See our application on website.
She is very accustomed to a senior woman and kittie cat.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Sissy-ADOPTED 9/30/26 fromBeagles and BuddiesApple Valley, CA · listed Aug 16

12. Sassy-ADOPTED 9/10/26

Adult · Female · Terrier / Mixed · 16 mi from Hesperia

Sassy came to B&B, with sisters Sissy and Silly, as a result of their Mom's passing. We know they were groomed at home, probably good with cats and were much loved.
Sadly, no arrangements were made for their future and out of town family was unable to take them. They are bonded and, of course, would like to stay together, but can be separated if they get a nice k-9 pal in new home.
Sassy and her new human Mom bonded immediately and completely - and with kittie, too. You'd think they had lived/loved together since the beginning! B&B magic

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Sassy-ADOPTED 9/10/26 fromBeagles and BuddiesApple Valley, CA · listed Aug 16Courtesy listing: Sassy-ADOPTED 9/10/26's family is rehoming her through this rescue.

13. Bubba-in front

Young · Male · Terrier / Poodle (Miniature) / Mixed · 16 mi from Hesperia

Bubba and Pal are two wee brothers - about a year young - rescued by driver who saw them about to be snagged by a big dog near the highway.
They've now been vaccinated and neutered, bunking with Stacy and Nero - they are real sweeties. Check both of them out - each should have a k-9 pal - they do not need to go out together...but they would be great together...double your fun, too.
Check out the video!
Email your completed application and select an appointment Wednesday thru Sunday between 9 am and 1 pm. Let us know that info when you email application. We will confirm and look forward to meeting your entire family and any other doggies.
We know our dogs well and we'll have lotsa fun at your B&B visit.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Bubba-in front fromBeagles and BuddiesApple Valley, CA · listed Aug 16

14. Dolly-tho no puffy blond hair...

Adult · Female · Chihuahua / Beagle / Mixed · 16 mi from Hesperia

Dolly was rescued from a shelter. Her paperwork says she is a chihuahua/beagle. We don't see any beagle, except in our imagination....but she is adorable and BFF of Coco.
Very tiny at just 8 lbs, so friendly. About 6-7 yrs young.
Make appt to spend some time with her soon as you can!
Of course, Dolly Parton is in our hearts right now....and my own Mother's nickname since she was a 3 lb twin and her brother, Biggen, was 5 lbs. Maybe these Dollys will meet beyond the Rainbow Bridge and enjoy music, family and their Southern birthplaces together...

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Dolly-tho no puffy blond hair... fromBeagles and BuddiesApple Valley, CA · listed Aug 16

15. Casper

Young · Male · French Bulldog · 16 mi from Hesperia

Casper is a small Frenchie who is good with other dogs, kids and humans. He is cute and ready for intervews and adoption
Make appt Wednesday thru Sundays between 8 am and 1 pm to meet him with any of your own dog/s. Find our applications on beaglesandbuddies.com adopt a dog section; complete and email to us. In that email, tell us your preferred day/time for appointment. Bring entire family and any of your dog/s.
We'll have lotsa fun. Homemade treat bags accompany adoption. New collars and leashes as well.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Casper fromBeagles and BuddiesApple Valley, CA · listed Aug 14

16. Petra

Young · Female · Italian Greyhound / Chihuahua / Mixed · 16 mi from Hesperia

She's a bundle of love/energy. Bonds to her peeps and loves to be petted and hugged. Got lotsa k-9 friends at B&B and will want at least one in her new home....or to take a Bestie home with her....have a twofer adoption
Her BFFs are Petie, Apple Jack and Maya - check out their profiles to learn more about all of 'em.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Petra fromBeagles and BuddiesApple Valley, CA · listed Jul 16

17. Nugget

Young · Female · French Bulldog · 16 mi from Hesperia

Gorgeous little sausage pooch! What an adorable dawg. She was a stray pal of Big Boy - both have wonderful dispositions. And she might be red fawn. Google says there are 30 rare and standard frenchie colors.
One hour appointments made Wednesdays thru Sundays from 8 am to 1 pm. Email your application ahead or plan to complete upon your arrival. Bring entire family and any other dogs at home. Lotsa fun. We know our dogs well.
She is one of our house dogs, and has made lotsa friends here - human and k9

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Nugget fromBeagles and BuddiesApple Valley, CA · listed Jul 16

18. Moxie

Adult (1 year 10 months) · Female · Schnauzer (medium coat) · 15 mi from Hesperia

The first step in adopting an animal is to fill out the application. For an application please see our website www.tanyasinc.org and download an application and e-mail it to us. All dogs are spayed/neutered, current on vaccinations, dewormed, and are treated with advantix for fleas and ticks. They are also micro chipped.The best way to get ahold of us is to e-mail Tanya at tanyasinc@msn.com

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Moxie fromTanya's Adoption Network 4 Young Animals, Inc. (T.A.N.Y.A.'s, Inc.)Phelan, CA · listed Jun 22

19. Chloe

Puppy · Female · Dachshund / Jack Russell Terrier / Mixed · 12 mi from Hesperia

Chloe is an owner surrender. She is a shy girl that warms up. She would like a quiet home. She is good with other dogs.Adoption fees include up to date on vaccines, treatment for fleas and worms, spay, chip implantation and initial registration. Application link: https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/32026/genericYou can meet pups at the Fontana Petco on Sundays from 12-4.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Chloe fromPaws 4 A Cause RescueSan Bernardino, CA · listed May 11

Adopting a small dog in Hesperia

Small dogs suit apartments and smaller homes, are easy to take along, and many live well into their teens.

They still need daily walks, play and training. Small dogs can be fragile, so ask the rescue how they are with young children, who can easily drop or step on them.

Rescues with small dogs near Hesperia

Questions about adopting small dogs in Hesperia

How many small dogs are up for adoption in Hesperia?

As of November 4, 2026, rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Hesperia, California, have 19 small dogs up for adoption. The list is updated every day.

Where can I adopt a small dog in Hesperia?

The rescues with the most small dogs near Hesperia right now are Beagles and Buddies (Apple Valley, CA), Dachshund Paws (Hesperia, CA) and Tanya's Adoption Network 4 Young Animals, Inc. (T.A.N.Y.A.'s, Inc.) (Phelan, CA). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.

Are small dogs good for apartments?

Often, yes. Many small dogs are happy with a smaller space and short walks, but energy matters more than size: ask the rescue how active the dog is and whether they bark when left alone.

Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a dog may have been adopted since this page was updated.