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 (40mi)
2Tia's ideal home Tia and Pixie could live with sensible older children aged 12+. They would need to be the only Dogs in the home but can have walking friends to socialise with. Both girls will need a little help loosing some weight so are looking for active, dedicated owners to help with this. Tia and Pixie would also like to have their own garden to potter around in. Could
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wymeswold, Leicestershire (17mi)
3Pixie's ideal home Tia and Pixie could live with sensible older children aged 12+. They would need to be the only Dogs in the home but can have walking friends to socialise with. Both girls will need a little help loosing some weight so are looking for active, dedicated owners to help with this. Tia and Pixie would also like to have their own garden to potter around in. Could
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wymeswold, Leicestershire (17mi)
2Roscoe's ideal home Roscoe is a clever, affectionate 7-month-old Jack Russell cross who loves cuddles and learning. He’s housetrained, sleeps through the night, and travels well. However, he needs consistent, structured training to manage his excitement around people and barking at Dogs. Roscoe thrives on mental stimulation, food-based games, and positive reinforcement.
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (40mi)
3Luna's ideal home Luna is a lovely 7 year old x breed looking for an active home. She is a really good companion but despite her age has lots of energy and loves to be out and about. She can live with older children 12 upwards that will give her her space. She can walk out and about with other Dogs but prefers to not share her home with one or cats. Luna is housetrained and
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (40mi)
3Chino's ideal home Chino is a fun-loving Jack Russell cross Shih Tzu with a big personality and an even bigger love of laps. He loves his bed and his food, but he’s not too keen on sharing them—so he’ll need to be in an adult-only, single-pet home where his space is respected and routines are consistent & our training team are on hand to support with this. Chino enjoys
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire (44mi)
3Jack Jack's ideal home Meet Jack Jack, a lovable 14-year-old Jack Russell cross with a big personality! He would thrive in a home where he can be the only pet (so all the cuddles can be for him!) and would be happiest in an adult-only environment. Jack Jack loves his people so much so that he will need owners that are around most of the time. However, he happily travels in the
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire (44mi)
4Lemmy's ideal home 9-year-old Lemmy requires a home with a maximum of two adults and needs to be the only pet in the home. Lemmy is looking for a quiet, rural location with a secure garden (6 foot fenced) to enjoy. His leaving time could be gradually built up to 1-2 hours once he has settled into his new environment. If you rent your property, please obtain written permission
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wymeswold, Leicestershire (17mi)
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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 (40mi)
3Prince's ideal home Prince is a 1-year-old Frenchie cross who truly lives up to his royal name. This handsome lad is pure Prince Charming, winning hearts instantly with his sweet nature, loving personality, and infectious enthusiasm for life. He adores people and will greet you with happy wiggles, a wagging tail, and all the affection he has to give. Prince would be happiest
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire (44mi)
4Sophie's ideal home Sophie is looking for a home with her best friend Angel. They can live with cats and teenagers and are both house trained but not used to being left alone for long periods. Could you be Sophie's perfect match? Sophie and Angel are a gentle pair of golden girls who find themselves looking for a new home after their owner passed away. They like a quiet life
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside (72mi)
4Angel's ideal home Angel is looking for a home with her best friend Sophie. They can live with cats and teenagers and are both house trained but not used to being left alone for long periods. Could you be Angel's perfect match? Angel and Sophie are a gentle pair of golden girls who find themselves looking for a new home after their owner passed away. They like a quiet life and
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside (72mi)
5Loki's ideal home Loki can be worried by other Dogs and bark at them so he would like a private secure garden and adopters that can continue his socialisation with calmer Dogs as he has been doing that here. It would be beneficial if Loki could go to an area where it is not highly populated with lots of Dogs. Loki will need an adult only home, with no visiting children as he
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Manchester, Greater Manchester (50mi)
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 (40mi)
3Rolo's ideal home Rolo can live with sensible children over the age of 10 as well as cats and other small Dogs. He's house trained but isn't used to being home alone at all. Could you be Rolo's perfect match? Tiny Rolo is very bewildered by all that's going on around him. He hasn't really been out of the house and suddenly he's in a busy, noisy environment, doing his best.
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside (72mi)
2Eddie's ideal home Bella and Eddie are looking for a home in a quieter area with access to quiet walks. They have lots of love to give and enjoy being on your lap for cuddles. They need to be the only Dogs in the home and can live with sensible children aged 12+. Could you be Eddie's perfect match? If you are looking for a couple of golden oldies that love a cuddle to add to
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wymeswold, Leicestershire (17mi)
2Bella's ideal home Bella and Eddie are looking for a home in a quieter area with access to quiet walks. They have lots of love to give and enjoy being on your lap for cuddles. They need to be the only Dogs in the home and can live with sensible children aged 12+. Could you be Bella's perfect match? If you are looking for a couple of golden oldies that love a cuddle to add to
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wymeswold, Leicestershire (17mi)
4Maddie's ideal home Maddie is a sweet 15 year old Jack Russell Terrier. Being an older girl, she is looking for a calm and quiet retirement home. She could live with sensible high school age children, and she could have younger visiting children. She’s fine around Dogs but not really interested in them so would prefer to be the only dog in the home. She’s also not
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Leeds, Yorkshire (60mi)
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 (40mi)
4Coco and Beth's ideal home Coco (brown and white) and Beth (tri-colour) are a very special bonded pair who are searching for a calm, quiet, adult‑only home where they can finally relax and feel safe. The world is still a big, slightly overwhelming place for them, as they haven’t experienced much yet, so they’ll need kind and patient adopters who are happy to help them
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire (44mi)
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 a popular dog breed known for their appearance, temperament and suitability for a range of homes. If you are considering this breed, it is worth understanding their typical characteristics, exercise needs, grooming requirements and breeder standards before contacting sellers.
If you are looking for a Jack Russell Terrier, you can browse current classified listings on our site and read more about the breed before contacting sellers. 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.