Working Jack Russell Terrier Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In East Midlands

51 Working Jack Russell Terrier Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In East Midlands

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    Bella

    • 12 Years Old

    Bella'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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Wymeswold, Leicestershire  (40mi)

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    Ollie

    • 9 Years Old

    Ollie'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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Newbury, Berks  (61mi)

  • Teddy 2

    Teddy

    • 10 Years Old

    Teddy'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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks  (31mi)

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    Coco and Beth

    • 10 Months Old

    Coco 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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire  (73mi)

  • Mouse 4

    Mouse

    • 8 Months Old

    Mouse'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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks  (31mi)

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    Bonnie

    • 6 Years Old

    Bonnie'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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks  (31mi)

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    Roscoe

    • 1 Year Old

    Roscoe'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.

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks  (31mi)

  • Mario 4

    Mario

    • 7 Years Old

    Mario's ideal home Mario is a little dog with a big personality! He’s been at Dogs Trust for a while now and is on the search for a special home. Mario is anxious of new people and situations so requires multiple meets at the centre to ensure a good relationship is built prior to adoption. Mario loves to sit with known people and enjoys scratches. He is looking for an

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire  (47mi)

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    Mavis

    • 2 Years Old

    Mavis's ideal home Mavis is a sweet and affectionate 2-year-old with a playful side just waiting to shine. She’s confident and happy when meeting new people and quickly forms bonds with those around her. While she can whine when meeting new Dogs and may be a little unsure at first, she becomes more relaxed and playful as she settles in. Mavis enjoys her walks, loves a fuss,

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex  (73mi)

  • Luna 3

    Luna

    • 7 Years Old

    Luna'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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks  (31mi)

  • Jack Jack 3

    Jack Jack

    • 15 Years Old

    Jack 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

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire  (73mi)

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  • Beans 3

    Beans

    • 10 Years Old

    Beans's ideal home Beans is a wonderful 10 year old Terrier cross. He is currently in one of our lovely foster homes and has settled in well. He is now ready to start looking for his forever home. He will need to be the only pet in the home and have quiet walking areas as he can be reactive towards other Dogs. He loves people and has met everybody lovely since being in our

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Newton Tony, Wiltshire  (82mi)

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    Bert

    • 4 Years Old

    Bert's ideal home Bert is a gentle 5-year-old boy who is currently finding kennel life overwhelming and can feel worried when meeting new people. He needs patient, understanding adopters who will give him the time and space to feel safe and settled. Bert can be conflicted around other Dogs and prefers Dogs his own size; while he may manage calm walking buddies, he truly

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex  (73mi)

  • Bucky 4

    Bucky

    • 9 Months Old

    Bucky's ideal home Bucky is a sweet-natured seven‑month‑old crossbreed who is still learning about the world. He can be a little timid at times, especially when he meets new people or encounters unfamiliar situations, but with gentle reassurance and positive interactions his confidence quickly grows. He genuinely wants to greet people and other Dogs when out on a walk, and

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire  (73mi)

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    Ernie

    • 4 Years Old

    Ernie's ideal home Ernie is a sensitive and sweet-natured 4-year-old boy who is currently finding kennel life a little overwhelming. Meeting new people can make him feel worried at first, and he needs patient adopters who will allow him time to build trust at his own pace. Ernie is closely bonded with his best friend Bert, and they are looking for a home together where they

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex  (73mi)

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    Buu

    • 6 Years Old

    Buu's ideal home Buu is a 6-year-old Terrier crossbreed who came into our care after being found as a stray. This sweet girl is very friendly with everyone that she meets and loves a fuss from her handlers. She particularly likes playing with her toys and zooming around the exercise areas! Could you be Buu's perfect match? Buu is looking for a home with any children aged 12+.

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Newton Tony, Wiltshire  (82mi)

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    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  (111mi)

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    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  (31mi)

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    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  (31mi)

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    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  (31mi)

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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.

About the Jack Russell Terrier Breed

Jack Russell Terriers are a lively and intelligent small breed, originally developed for fox hunting and well known for their energy, confidence and strong prey drive. Despite their compact size, Jack Russells are highly active dogs that thrive in homes where they receive plenty of exercise, mental stimulation and consistent training.

Jack Russell puppies for sale are often sought after by owners looking for a small but energetic dog, suitable for active households or those familiar with terrier breeds. They are typically bold, alert and full of personality, making them both entertaining companions and capable working dogs.

Jack Russells can vary slightly in coat type, including smooth, rough and broken coats, but all require regular care and enrichment to prevent boredom-related behaviours. Due to their intelligence and independence, early training and socialisation are important to help them develop into well-balanced adult dogs.

When browsing Jack Russell puppies, it’s important to choose a responsible breeder who can provide clear information about the puppy’s background, health and upbringing. Well-bred puppies should be confident, well-socialised and raised in a suitable home environment.

If you are new to the breed, you can read our Jack Russell Buyers Guide, learn what to prepare in our puppy starter pack guide, or explore our Jack Russell Terrier breed guide for more detailed information.

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