Family Friendly Jack Russell Terrier Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Dorset

22 Family Friendly Jack Russell Terrier Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Dorset

  • Nugget3

    Nugget

    • 8 Years Old

    Nugget'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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Newbury, Berks  (74mi)

  • Radar5

    Radar

    • 2 Years Old

    Radar'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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Ilfracombe, North Devon  (74mi)

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  • Roberta2

    Roberta

    • 6 Years Old

    Roberta's ideal home Say hello to our sweet baby Roberta, the six year old Jack Russel Terrier! This gorgeous girl came into our care as a stray and so is currently a very worried girl. Because of this, she is looking for a quiet home where she is the only dog and all children are 14+ and understand to go slow with her. Once she is settled into her new home, Roberta could be

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan  (61mi)

  • Bertie4

    Bertie

    • 12 Years Old

    Bertie's ideal home Meet our terrific terrier trio... Axo, Bertie and Eric! These three handsome boys have come into our care for no fault of their own as their owner could no longer care for them. Despite this, they've remained happy and outgoing, greeting everyone they meet with wiggly tails and endless love! Axo, Bertie and Eric are looking for a forever home where they can

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks  (123mi)

  • Eric4

    Eric

    • 13 Years Old

    Eric's ideal home Meet our terrific terrier trio... Axo, Bertie and Eric! These three handsome boys have come into our care for no fault of their own as their owner could no longer care for them. Despite this, they've remained happy and outgoing, greeting everyone they meet with wiggly tails and endless love! Axo, Bertie and Eric are looking for a forever home where they can

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks  (123mi)

  • Axo4

    Axo

    • 11 Years Old

    Axo's ideal home Meet our terrific terrier trio... Axo, Bertie and Eric! These three handsome boys have come into our care for no fault of their own as their owner could no longer care for them. Despite this, they've remained happy and outgoing, greeting everyone they meet with wiggly tails and endless love! Axo, Bertie and Eric are looking for a forever home where they can

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks  (123mi)

  • Sammy4

    Sammy

    • 4 Years Old

    Sammy's ideal home Sammy is a friendly, affectionate four-year-old who loves cuddles, toys and being around his people. He would suit a home with sensible, dog-savvy children aged between ten and sixteen years old who can understand and respect his space. Sammy will need some one-to-one support with toilet training, as he can scent mark indoors, and may need help building

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Mid Glamorgan, Wales  (79mi)

  • Ethel5

    Ethel

    • 8 Years Old

    Ethel'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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Newbury, Berks  (74mi)

  • Lomax7

    Lomax

    • 1 Year Old

    Lomax'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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire  (102mi)

  • Xaden8

    Xaden

    • 5 Years Old

    Xaden'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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan  (61mi)

  • Cricket2

    Cricket

    • 3 Years Old

    Cricket'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.

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks  (123mi)

  • Chilli3

    Chilli

    • 5 Years Old

    Chilli'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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks  (123mi)

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    Precious

    • 1 Year Old

    Precious's ideal home Precious is a sweet little 2-year-old girl with a big heart and a love for cuddles. She’s confident and affectionate when meeting new people and quickly wins hearts with her gentle nature. Precious enjoys her walks, especially when she can sniff, explore, and take in the world around her. She has a medium energy level, making her a lovely balance of

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex  (147mi)

  • Louise2

    Louise

    • 8 Months Old

    Louise's ideal home Louise is a delightful, bright, and bouncy 6-month-old who is full of confidence and excitement. She’s very friendly when meeting new people and loves making friends wherever she goes. Louise is confident with other Dogs and could happily live with cats, Dogs, small furries, and children aged 6 and over. She’s a high-energy youngster who adores playtime

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex  (147mi)

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    Jessica

    • 12 Years Old

    Jessica's ideal home Jessica is a sweet, senior lady (around 12–14 years old) looking for a calm, loving retirement home. She’s friendly when meeting new people and enjoys gentle walks where she’s happy to meet other Dogs—she can be a little vocal at times but reads other Dogs well. Jessica has previously lived with Dogs, cats, and even small furries, and could live

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex  (147mi)

  • Lilah3

    Lilah

    • 8 Months Old

    Lilah's ideal home Lilah is a 6-month-old terrier-type puppy bursting with energy and potential. She’s a gentle, loving soul who adores chasing a ball and being close to her people, often following her foster carer from room to room. Like many young Dogs, Lilah struggles with being left alone and will need her new family to build her confidence and independence gradually and

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex  (147mi)

  • Molly5

    Molly

    • 7 Years Old

    Molly'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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Ilfracombe, North Devon  (74mi)

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    Benji

    • 7 Years Old

    Benji's ideal home Benji is a 7-year-old, confident and friendly boy who enjoys meeting new people and will happily make friends with his visitors. He has a medium energy level and loves getting out for walks, especially in quieter areas where he can take his time sniffing and exploring. Benji will need access to a secure outdoor space and must remain on lead when out in

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex  (147mi)

  • Banksy4

    Banksy

    • 10 Years Old

    Banksy'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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan  (61mi)

  • Cloud2

    Cloud

    • 14 Years Old

    Cloud'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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan  (61mi)

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About the Jack Russell Terrier Breed

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.

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