5Ethel's ideal home Ethel is a gentle, easy‑going girl who would flourish in a quiet to moderately active home. She’s wonderfully relaxed indoors, settles beautifully, and is comfortable with everyday household sounds—she’s just a little unsure of the TV and washing machine from time to time. Thanks to her calm nature and sweet demeanour, Ethel could happily join a
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Newbury, Berks (52mi)
7Lomax's ideal home Lomax is a lively little lad who is ready to leap into your life. He’s a little more worried than you might think at first, and is just getting used to lots of unfamiliar sights and sounds. Very young children will be too overwhelming for him, but he should have no problem with those of around secondary school age. Lomax enjoys mixing with other Dogs and
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (51mi)
8Xaden's ideal home Xaden is a super sweet boy who has really blossomed in foster and is now ready to start his next chapter in a forever home. He could happily live with calm, secondary school aged children and would love a home where he can be the only pet, allowing him to fully relax and feel secure. Xaden does find other Dogs overwhelming and will bark at Dogs he sees, so
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan (26mi)
2Cricket's ideal home Cricket is an absolute sweetheart who adores people and loves a good play session with her toys. She’s wonderfully easy-going and could happily live with children of any age, making her a lovely family companion. Cricket is uncomfortable around other Dogs, so she’s looking for a home as the only pet home where she can be the centre of attention.
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (74mi)
3Chilli's ideal home Chilli is a lovely little lad with a curious nature who enjoys investigating and exploring his surroundings. He does have an anxious side and can become overwhelmed at times, so he’s looking for a calm, understanding home where his family can read his signals and give him space when he needs it. Chilli could live with sensible older teenagers aged 14+ who
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (74mi)
5Jack's ideal home Jack would love to find a loving home with a quiet home environment. He could share his home with sensible teenage children. He is looking to be the only dog in the home. Out and about he would be happy to go for walks with calm Dogs. He has no history around cats, small furries or livestock. He loves constant company so any time left will need to be built up
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Ilfracombe, North Devon (68mi)
5Molly's ideal home Molly is a Yorkie cross Jack Russell looking for a loving home. She could live with children aged eleven-years plus. She would benefit from sharing her home with another calm, small dog. Without another dog in the home the time she is left alone will need to be built up gradually. She dislikes being left alone. She has history of being housetrained. She
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Ilfracombe, North Devon (68mi)
5Percy's ideal home Percy is a handsome four-year-old Jack Russell Terrier looking for a loving home. He could share his home with children as young as eleven. He’s looking to be the only dog in the home and will need a home without cats or small furries. He has no history around livestock. Percy is used to having constant company and dislikes being left alone so will
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Ilfracombe, North Devon (68mi)
3Ollie's ideal home Ollie is hoping to find a calm, adult-only home in a peaceful area where he can enjoy gentle walks away from busy roads. He thrives in quieter environments, and calm routines will help him feel safe. A private, secure garden would give Ollie his own special space to relax, explore, and potter about freely and safely. He can be a little unsure when meeting
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Newbury, Berks (52mi)
4Banksy's ideal home Banksy is a sweet older boy looking for his forever home. He is looking to live with children 11+ with visiting sensible children 8 +. He plays well and is a friendly boy but may need leaving hours built up slowly as he can be worried left on his own. He is looking for a medium exercise level household where he can enjoy his nice sniffy walks and some fun
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan (26mi)
2Cloud's ideal home Meet Cloud! Our beautiful 15-year old JRT looking for his forever home - preferably with his best friend, Clementine. Cloud could live with another dog in the home, and all children would need to be 8yrs+. Cloud is a super friendly boy who can be a little bit vocal initially, but he is a super softy and just wants a cuddle. He walks beautifully on lead, and
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan (26mi)
3Polly's ideal home Polly is sweet 12 year old Jack Russell with bags of love to offer, she has been with us for a little while in one of our wonderful foster homes whilst she worked on getting her skin to a better condition. Polly absolutely adores us humans, and would love a companion at home with her to keep her company. Polly is currently in a foster home with an older,
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Mid Glamorgan, Wales (29mi)
2Teddy's ideal home Beautiful little Teddy is an older gentleman at 10 years old and is currently living in a foster home, where he's enjoying all his homey comforts. He is housetrained and loves nothing more than snuggling up on the sofa and spending time with his favourite people. Teddy's ideal home would be with older teenage children who can understand he prefers a quieter
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (74mi)
4Bluey's ideal home Bluey is a super special, 8, almost 9 year old Jack Russell looking for a new home to call his own. Bluey came to us from a very loving home, where his owner was no longer able to care for him and made the diffcult but right decision to entrust us to find him his ideal set up. A few years ago, Bluey suffered with his eyes and the decision was made by his
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Mid Glamorgan, Wales (29mi)
4Mouse's ideal home Beautiful little Mouse is 5 month old Terrier Cross who is ready to find her forever home. She found herself in our care after being found as stray so we sadly don't know too much about her previous history. Mouse has spent a short time in a home environment where she had been making progress with her housetraining. Mouse hasn't been used to being left for
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (74mi)
3Bonnie's ideal home Beautiful little Bonnie is a 6 year old Jack Russell who has come into our care for no fault of her own. She has been in a home for all of her life where she was housetrained and quite happy spending a few hours alone. Bonnie loves her favourite people and enjoys snuggling up on the sofa watching TV. In true terrier style she loves to be out and about
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (74mi)
2Mossy's ideal home Mossy is a sweet older gentleman, an 11 year old JRT x Chihuahua looking for his retirement home. Mossy is unable to live with another dog in the home and would prefer a home where all children are 14yrs+. Once you have built a bond with Mossy, he is the sweetest lad and loves a cuddle! Mossy will find his place in your lap and stay there, but he may be a
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan (26mi)
3Joe's ideal home Joe is an 8-year-old terrier who came to us as a stray, so he may need a little help refreshing his basic training, including housetraining and getting comfortable with being left alone for short periods. He can be a bit nervous when he first meets new people, but with a little patience he soon warms up and shows his true personality. Once settled, Joe is a
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (74mi)
3Nugget's ideal home Nugget is a gentle and sensitive soul who will truly shine in a calm, quiet home. She feels most comfortable in a peaceful environment and would appreciate a household with minimal visitors and managed introductions, especially as she settles into her new home. Once she feels secure, her sweet personality really comes through. Because Nugget values her
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Newbury, Berks (52mi)
5Radar's ideal home Radar is a handsome little pocket-rocket. He is a two-year-old Chihuahua cross Terrier looking for a loving home. He could potentially live with another playful dog or be equally as happy as the only dog in the home. He is looking for a home without cats or small furries and has no history with being around livestock. Radar could live with children as young
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Ilfracombe, North Devon (68mi)
Adopting a Jack Russell Terrier usually involves completing an application form, meeting the dog in person, and agreeing to any checks or requirements set by the current owner or rescue organisation. This helps ensure the Jack Russell is matched with the right home.
Before adopting a Jack Russell, consider the breed's exercise needs, grooming requirements, and temperament. Understanding the typical traits of a Jack Russell can help you decide if it's the right fit for your lifestyle.
Browse the listings on this page to see Jack Russell Terrier dogs currently available for adoption. You can filter by location to find Jack Russells closer to you, making it easier to arrange a visit and meet the dog in person.
Many rescues and private owners charge an adoption fee. This fee often covers vaccinations, microchipping, and sometimes neutering, helping to ensure the dog is healthy and ready for a new home.
Jack Russells are fantastic dogs and are one of the most popular dog breeds in the UK.
If you are looking to buy a Jack Russell Terrier, you can find the best classified ads right here. New to owning a Jack Russell? Be sure to check out our Jack Russell Buyers Guide plus more information on What should be in a Jack Russell puppy starter pack. You can also learn more about the breed in our Jack Russell Terrier Breed Guide.