Small Dogs for Adoption in Clarksville, TN: 18 Little Dogs Looking for a Home
Rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Clarksville have 18 small dogs up for adoption. Here are all 18, 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, Poodle and Terrier.
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1. Hank The Hound
Hound Dog Hank is one of those beautiful, fun Beagle pups that has nothing but happy smiles for all that watches him. He is a puppy that will warm your heart and make coming home just more exciting at the end of your day. This adorable Beagle mix puppy, Hound Dog Hank, is 14 weeks old and weighs 12 pounds of pure cuteness. Destined to be a 25 pound boy, he is a gentle and smart little guy with a true joy for life. He loves playing with other dogs and he absolutely is the best at nighttime bedtime snuggles. He sleeps through the night and is quiet as a mouse. Not housebroken yet and is learning the timing and ropes of going outside, this boy can be crated with just a few minutes of protest and then he settles down.
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He is a Kentucky pup that was being given away on FB and a rescue friend to Critter Cavalry Rescue snatched him up before he could be given to the wrong people.
He is being neutered 11/3 and he is going to be ready for a new home by 11/6. All shots given and rabies done and microchipped, this boy is healthy and ready to play his way into your heart. Please contact Critter Cavalry Rescue at ccrtennessee@gmail.com When emailing, please mention where you live, city and state. We adopt locally to Tennessee where he is being fostered and also to the northeastern corridor of states... 12 altogether in the northeast. We transport every weekend.
2. Grace
I am heading to an adoption event on Sunday 8 November so you better check me out before then! The folks at the Shelter think I will be adopted fast!
3. Gracie
MEET MACIE — A LITTLE BEAGLE WITH SO MUCH LOVE TO GIVE
Macie is a 6-year-old female Beagle weighing under 25 pounds. With her small size and calm, gentle nature, this sweet girl has a way of making you want to keep her close. She leans into your hands for affection and is happy just being near someone who cares.
A serious family crisis left her dad unable to care for her. Her human aunts stepped in to help, and now Macie is looking for a forever home where she can feel safe, settle in, and be loved.
Her older sister, Gracie, an 8-year-old Beagle, is also available for adoption.
Macie is fully vetted, microchipped, and spayed, with her dental care taken care of, too.
She is available for adoption in Middle Tennessee or the Northeast states along Critter Cavalry’s transport route.
Read more about Gracie
Could this little Beagle be your new best friend?
To apply or ask questions:Text 615-661-5333.Email ccrtennessee@gmail.com or ccrnewengland@gmail.com, based on your location.
Please include “Macie” and your location.
Adoption process and application request:https://www.crittercavalry.com/adoption
Adoption fees vary depending on each animal’s needs. Typical fees are listed here:https://www.crittercavalry.com/Frequently-Asked-Questions
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- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
4. Gracie
MEET GRACIE — A LITTLE BEAGLE WITH A GENTLE HEART
Gracie is an 8-year-old female Beagle with a sweet, calm nature and so much love to give. She melts into gentle hands, soaks up affection, and is happy just being close to someone who cares.
A serious family crisis left her dad unable to care for her. Her human aunts stepped in to help, and now Gracie is looking for a forever home where she can feel safe, settle in, and be loved.
Her younger sister, Macie, a 6-year-old Beagle weighing under 25 pounds, is also available for adoption.
Gracie is fully vetted, microchipped, and spayed, and her dental care has been completed.
She is available for adoption in Middle Tennessee or the Northeast states along Critter Cavalry’s transport route.
Read more about Gracie
Could you give this gentle girl the loving home she deserves?
To apply or ask questions:Text 615-661-5333.Email ccrtennessee@gmail.com or ccrnewengland@gmail.com, based on your location.
Please include “Gracie” and your location.
Adoption process and application request:https://www.crittercavalry.com/adoption
Adoption fees vary depending on each animal’s needs. Typical fees are listed here:https://www.crittercavalry.com/Frequently-Asked-Questions
Please share to help Gracie find someone who will love her right back.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
5. Brittany
This beautiful purebred Beagle girl called Brittany is our pride and joy to offer to a Beagle loving family. Her story is sad and one that will make you sad and mad all rolled in to one roller coaster of emotions. A young newly wed couple were driving from their home in Chattanooga, on their way to a honeymoon in Nashville, TN. Out of the corner of their eye while driving, they saw a truck pulled over and pushing this girl out onto the side of the road and then drive away. They owned two dogs of their own and it broke their heart to see such meanness. She was in a desperate situation. They pulled over and took her in to their car and then started making calls to shelters and rescues in the Nashville area where they were destined to arrive in a few hours.
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They got Critter Cavalry on the phone and we stepped up to take her in immediately and we would make sure she had a future family who would never do such a horrible thing as to abandon her. What we have found out with Brittany is that she is a happy and inviting girl who loves to play with other dogs and who loves to spoken to with kindness. She craves love which we are sure she got little of before. Her fav game is to chase a ball. She is young as in probably a year or 2 at the oldest and she weighs 26 pounds. She is being spayed 10/23 and has already started her shots and worming. She is picture perfect if you want a Beagle or small dog that is not tiny but resilient and fun and loving. We know she loves couches and dog company for playtime and hanging out. She’s housebroken and will definitely need a fenced yard to keep that Beagle nose safely within sight of your back door.
Just contact Critter Cavalry at ccrtennessee@gmail.com
PLEASE NOTE: Our dogs and cats are fostered in Tennessee and can transport weekly up to the Northeast region. Request an application and learn more about Critter Cavalry at https://www.crittercavalry.com/adoption.
- House-trained
6. Jupiter
What a wonderful little Chihuahua boy our Jupiter is and up . This dear gentle boy is 7 years old and only 8 lbs. He is just the perfect lap boy! As gentle as he is looks with his piercing dark brown eyes and his easy way of becoming your friends. He is a soft soul that is a little unsure of himself in life. He has been treated badly in the past and we are here to change the path of his life and make it one of security and love. He is housebroken and crate trained and loves to curl up in his little dog bed and sleep after a nice play session. He acts much younger than his 7 years. He is around many other dogs and fits in like a glove, like he has always been there. Please consider giving this boy the next and best 10 years of his life. We know he has that kind of longevity in him. Jupiter will be a blessing in your life. Please contact us at Critter Cavalry at ccrtennessee@gmail.com
Read more about Jupiter
PLEASE NOTE: Our dogs and cats are fostered in Tennessee and can transport weekly up to the Northeast region. Request an application and learn more about Critter Cavalry at https://www.crittercavalry.com/adoption.
- House-trained
7. Pumpkin/ADOPTED
Boyer family/ Sherry Good family
his is a Pomeranian female puppy She texted back and said ten weeks old and should not get 4 lbs she does have hair loss but I feel it's from how she was kept and hair growth has started coming back. She will get a good bath today and ointment for her lil legs and tail please see pics. She is extremely small and will not even be 4 lbs as an adult children who are responsible and careful due to her tiny size.
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Read more about Pumpkin/ADOPTED
PLEASE VISIT THE RESCUES WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION ON ADOPTION, THE TWO FORMS OF ADOPTION THE RESCUE HAS. NEWLY LISTED PUPS ARE DIRECT ADOPTION ONLY WHICH IS EXPLAINED ON THE WEBSITE.
APPLICATIONS ARE ON OUR WEBSITE, ADDITIONAL PICTURES ARE ON OUR FACEBOOK
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
8. Dutchess
yorkie female overly social lol loves people she’s needing a spa day 4 yrs great with cats
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PLEASE VISIT THE RESCUES WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION ON ADOPTION, THE TWO FORMS OF ADOPTION THE RESCUE HAS. NEWLY LISTED PUPS ARE DIRECT ADOPTION ONLY WHICH IS EXPLAINED ON THE WEBSITE.
APPLICATIONS ARE ON OUR WEBSITE, ADDITIONAL PICTURES ARE ON OUR FACEBOOK
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
9. Audry
Pomeranian and Yorkie mix 5 mos female she did really well on the leash she was a return to seller for not selling in a pet store and was too old to keep in the store maybe she 10 lbs never been out a cage until Saturday she wanted to explore and learn so getting her attention for pics was impossible
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PLEASE VISIT THE RESCUES WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION ON ADOPTION, THE TWO FORMS OF ADOPTION THE RESCUE HAS. NEWLY LISTED PUPS ARE DIRECT ADOPTION ONLY WHICH IS EXPLAINED ON THE WEBSITE.
APPLICATIONS ARE ON OUR WEBSITE, ADDITIONAL PICTURES ARE ON OUR FACEBOOK
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
10. Betty
this poodle was a house dog they tried making her into a house and breeder ♀️ very friendly housebroken per people no issues here wants to be a lap dog all she kept wanting to do was climb back in my lap she actually is the one who cared for the tiny pom puppy while at Lisa Marie’s. You can’t go wrong with this girl she could use a special spa day
Pics where hard to do so there is a video on our Facebook page
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Read more about Betty
PLEASE VISIT THE RESCUES WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION ON ADOPTION, THE TWO FORMS OF ADOPTION THE RESCUE HAS. NEWLY LISTED PUPS ARE DIRECT ADOPTION ONLY WHICH IS EXPLAINED ON THE WEBSITE.
APPLICATIONS ARE ON OUR WEBSITE, ADDITIONAL PICTURES ARE ON OUR FACEBOOK
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
11. Charm
apricot female poodle 4 yrs lil shy at first they said she might be pregnant but I am going with no because 95% of the time they are not so we are doing her pics now instead of waiting she is chunky but I do not think she is
Pics where hard to do so there is a video on our Facebook page
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PLEASE VISIT THE RESCUES WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION ON ADOPTION, THE TWO FORMS OF ADOPTION THE RESCUE HAS. NEWLY LISTED PUPS ARE DIRECT ADOPTION ONLY WHICH IS EXPLAINED ON THE WEBSITE.
APPLICATIONS ARE ON OUR WEBSITE, ADDITIONAL PICTURES ARE ON OUR FACEBOOK
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
12. Maple-Petite 16 Lbs.
Meet Maple — A Little Terrier With a BIG Heart!Maple is one of those special dogs who seems to love everyone she meets. At 8 years old and 16 pounds, this sweet Terrier mix has the most loving heart and an easygoing, happy personality that makes her an absolute joy to be around. She especially adores children and would love to be part of a family where she can stay busy, have adventures, and then curl up with her people when the day is done.Maple is the total package when it comes to the important stuff—she is house trained and crate trained, and she is ready to be your devoted companion from day one.
Read more about Maple-Petite 16 Lbs.
She does pull a little on the leash because she gets excited about all the wonderful things there are to see and smell, but she loves going for walks and is eager to explore. With some consistent training and a confident handler, we think she will learn those leash manners in no time.And Maple is definitely not looking for a life spent sitting on the couch all day! This girl has energy and she wants to use it. She loves hiking, running with her person, going for long walks, and simply being outside enjoying the world. A securely fenced yard is required because she loves having the freedom to safely run and explore off leash. Her recall still needs some work, so her future family will need to continue working with her on that.The perfect family for Maple would be active people who enjoy getting outside and want a four-legged adventure buddy. She would be wonderful for someone who hikes, runs, walks regularly, or simply wants a dog who is excited to join them in an active lifestyle. She could thrive with a single person, a couple, or a family with older children.But here’s the best part about Maple: once she has had her exercise, explored the world, and spent time with her people, she is perfectly happy to settle down and cuddle. She has that wonderful Terrier spirit during the day and turns into the sweetest snuggle buddy when it’s time to relax. ❤️Maple is ready for someone who will give her the active, happy life she deserves—and in return, she will give you companionship, laughter, loyalty, and plenty of love.If Maple sounds like your kind of girl, please contact Critter Cavalry Rescue at ccrtennessee@gmail.com.
ADOPTION FEE REQUIRED. Contact ccrtennessee@gmail.com.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
13. Cami/ADOPTED
Fredlund. Family
She an active pup w a mouth full of baby teeth she's been in foster care two weeks on the 26th and has had her first vaccine and wormed once. She gets along with everything and is ready to play typical Boston energy but loves to snuggle and sleep. She is almost 3 mos old more pics coming in the near future. Transport stops to out of state adopters are on our application and there is a few more posts on our Facebook page of her.
Pics where hard to do so there is a video on our Facebook page
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Read more about Cami/ADOPTED
PLEASE VISIT THE RESCUES WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION ON ADOPTION, THE TWO FORMS OF ADOPTION THE RESCUE HAS. NEWLY LISTED PUPS ARE DIRECT ADOPTION ONLY WHICH IS EXPLAINED ON THE WEBSITE.
APPLICATIONS ARE ON OUR WEBSITE, ADDITIONAL PICTURES ARE ON OUR FACEBOOK
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
14. Chance
Meet Chance Some dogs are given a name that fits them perfectly, and Chance is one of them.This sweet 5-year-old Beagle mix received his name because he was given a second chance at life—and he has embraced it with his whole heart. Chance came from a hoarding/ animal abuse case where his owners were consequently arrest, arrested. Despite everything he's been through, Chance has never lost his love for people. His tail still wags, his eyes still light up when he sees you, and he still believes that his forever family is out there waiting for him.
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Chance is one of the sweetest dogs you'll ever meet. He loves attention, enjoys spending time with his people, and has a gentle, loving personality that makes it impossible not to fall in love with him. He is a little on the chubby side at 56lbs and loves to be a couch potato, though we have put him on an exercise regimen and a diet. Chance is currently heartworm positive, but that doesn't define who he is. He is receiving treatment and deserves the comfort of a loving home while he completes his journey to recovery. His future is bright, and all he needs now is someone willing to give him the love and security he has always deserved. Chance was given a second chance at life. Could you be the one to give him his second chance at a forever home? Please write to Critter Cavalry Rescue at ccrtennessee@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
15. Ambrosa/ ADOPTED
Hernandez family returning adopters
For some reason her upload did not save so we are now posting her. She's not sure what the leash is about and she's learning she likes treats lol we have had her spayed female maltese i say more towards four not three maybe 6 lbs gentle quiet sweet. Maybe 6-7 lbs closer to four years of age. She needs a lil princess spa day and let her hair grow back out instead of the summer cut they gave her.
Pics where hard to do so there is a video on our Facebook page
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Read more about Ambrosa/ ADOPTED
PLEASE VISIT THE RESCUES WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION ON ADOPTION, THE TWO FORMS OF ADOPTION THE RESCUE HAS. NEWLY LISTED PUPS ARE DIRECT ADOPTION ONLY WHICH IS EXPLAINED ON THE WEBSITE.
APPLICATIONS ARE ON OUR WEBSITE, ADDITIONAL PICTURES ARE ON OUR FACEBOOK
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
16. Avita
female schnauzer 3 yrs of age maybe tad younger super friendly still a lil unsure of all the changes she is microchipped but does need to be spayed about 15-20 lbs. She definitely needs a good scrubbing in the tub hair cut and brushing.
Pics where hard to do so there is a video on our Facebook page
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PLEASE VISIT THE RESCUES WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION ON ADOPTION, THE TWO FORMS OF ADOPTION THE RESCUE HAS. NEWLY LISTED PUPS ARE DIRECT ADOPTION ONLY WHICH IS EXPLAINED ON THE WEBSITE.
APPLICATIONS ARE ON OUR WEBSITE, ADDITIONAL PICTURES ARE ON OUR FACEBOOK
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
17. Bunnie
3-4 yr old female poodle needs to be spayed does ok on a leash very nosey at everything around her lol she doesn’t weigh a lot but leggy could use a good bath and nice hair cut
Pics where hard to do so there is a video on our Facebook page
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PLEASE VISIT THE RESCUES WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION ON ADOPTION, THE TWO FORMS OF ADOPTION THE RESCUE HAS. NEWLY LISTED PUPS ARE DIRECT ADOPTION ONLY WHICH IS EXPLAINED ON THE WEBSITE.
APPLICATIONS ARE ON OUR WEBSITE, ADDITIONAL PICTURES ARE ON OUR FACEBOOK
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
18. Casey/ADOPTED
Bosky family all fees paid microchip
spayed female Shih Tzu mellow calm very sweet maybe 8-10 lbs didn’t seem bothered with the leash 
Pics where hard to do so there is a video on our Facebook page
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PLEASE VISIT THE RESCUES WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION ON ADOPTION, THE TWO FORMS OF ADOPTION THE RESCUE HAS. NEWLY LISTED PUPS ARE DIRECT ADOPTION ONLY WHICH IS EXPLAINED ON THE WEBSITE.
APPLICATIONS ARE ON OUR WEBSITE, ADDITIONAL PICTURES ARE ON OUR FACEBOOK
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
Adopting a small dog in Clarksville
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 Clarksville
- Love a Big Dog RescueHopkinsville/princeton, Ky, NH · 10 small dogs above
- Critter Cavalry RescueFranklin, TN · 7 small dogs above
- Humphreys County Humane SocietyWaverly, TN · 1 small dog above
Questions about adopting small dogs in Clarksville
How many small dogs are up for adoption in Clarksville?
As of November 4, 2026, rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Clarksville, Tennessee, have 18 small dogs up for adoption. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a small dog in Clarksville?
The rescues with the most small dogs near Clarksville right now are Love a Big Dog Rescue (Hopkinsville/princeton, Ky, NH), Critter Cavalry Rescue (Franklin, TN) and Humphreys County Humane Society (Waverly, TN). 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.