2Sydney's ideal home Sydney can live with children of primary school age and other Dogs, but not cats. He will need all of his basic training so his adopters will need to be committed to training a puppy. Could you be Sydney's perfect match? Young Sydney wasn't being quite cared for as he should so he's looking for a family that are dedicated to helping him be the best little
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside (83mi)
3Bobby's ideal home Bobby can live with children of high school age but not other pets as he was squabbling with another dog. He is house trained and can be left alone for a couple of hours without worry. Could you be Bobby's perfect match? Bobby is a very relaxed little chap in his kennel but he likes to take his walking opportunities to explore as much as he can. He's a
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside (83mi)
1Charlie's ideal home Say hello to adorable Charlie! Charlie is looking for his new home with his best friend Bean! As these Dogs are not used to living with children, we feel they will be best suited to an adult only home where everyone understands when they want their own space. Charlie and Bean would prefer to be the only Dogs in their new home, but could live with cats with
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Ballymena, Co Antrim (90mi)
1Bean's ideal home Say hello to sweet Bean! Bean is looking for her new home with her best friend Charlie! As these Dogs are not used to living with children, we feel they will be best suited to an adult only home where everyone understands when they want their own space. Charlie and Bean would prefer to be the only Dogs in their new home, but could live with cats with proper
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Ballymena, Co Antrim (90mi)
3Tyg's ideal home Tyg is housetrained and happy being left alone for a few hours once settled. He hasn't travelled in the car much so will need this building up. He can live with children of primary school age and although he needs to be the only dog at home, he can have walking pals. Could you be Tyg's perfect match? Tyg is a little a very busy little chap, he would love a new
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside (83mi)
3Ross's ideal home Ross can live with other Dogs of a similar size and temperament, and also cats. Any children in the home will need to be 10 and over. Ross is house trained but not used to spending any length of time by himself. Ross has some medical issues including a grade two heart murmur, skin problems and hypothyroidism, and requires medication daily. Could you be Ross's
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside (83mi)
3Simon's ideal home Simon would like a home where there are no other pets and any children are over 16. He is house trained but will only toilet on a walk, not in the garden, and can be left by himself for an hour or two. Could you be Simon's perfect match? Simon is a happy little fella who likes his walks and explores confidently, sniffing his way into every corner. He does
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside (83mi)
3Casey's ideal home Casey can live with children over the age of 14 and needs to be the only pet at home. She is house trained and can be left alone for four hours or so once she's settled in. Her immediate neighbourhood would ideally be free of cats. Could you be Casey's perfect match? Toy mad Casey stopped tolerating the neighbour's cat and took matters into her own paws so
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside (83mi)
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 (83mi)
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 (83mi)
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 (83mi)
3Tom's ideal home Tom and brother Jerry will need to be the only pets at home but they can have some walking pals. They are house trained but not used to being left by themselves for more than two or three hours. A secure garden is a must as they have escaped from one previously. Tom and Jerry have never been around children before but we feel they would be fine with high
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside (83mi)
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2Skips's ideal home Skips is looking for a home where his family will be around most of the time as he is not used to being left on his own. He can live with children 12+ and has previously lived with a cat. A quieter environment with a garden would be beneficial as he does get worried by busier environments and loud noises. Could you be Skips's perfect match? Skips is a
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wymeswold, Leicestershire (171mi)
7Fred's ideal home Fred is looking for an adult only home, where he is the only pet so he can lap up all of the attention and love for himself. He will need access to a private secure garden so he can zoom around with his toys, this will be especially important for Fred as he will need to be kept on his lead and muzzled when out and about. Whilst Fred has had friendly
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Manchester, Greater Manchester (106mi)
4Lenny's ideal home Meet gorgeous boy, Lenny! Lenny is a 3.5-year old Crossbreed looking for his forever home. Lenny is an energetic little man, who enjoys his long, sniffy walks and a good run around. Lenny is able to walk past Dogs, but can sometimes be a bit vocal. He definitely prefers his own space, so would need to be the only dog in the home. Lenny would love a family
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan (198mi)
6Charlie's ideal home Meet Charlie, a handsome Jack Russell X French Bulldog looking for his forever home! Charlie is 5-years old, and is looking to be the only dog in the home, as he does prefer his space from other Dogs. Charlie is a lovely boy, who was quite worried when he first arrived in our care, but has been coming out of his shell and building confidence every day! He
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan (198mi)
3Bitw's ideal home Bitw (Welsh name for 'small') is a wonderful, 5 year old female Jack Russell Terrier looking for a new home to call her own. Bitw is looking for a home where she can have lots of cuddles as she loves this more than anything! And maintain her current routine of field and beach adventures. Bitw could potentially live with another dog as she loves everyone she
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Mid Glamorgan, Wales (180mi)
3Ceio's ideal home Ceio is a 12 year old male Jack Russell looking for a new home to call his own! He is looking for a home where he can still have some exciting adventures, but not as many as he once had as he is now older, but not ready for complete retirement yet! Ceio could live with another dog if they weren't too busy and bouncy as that's not what he's looking for is his
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Mid Glamorgan, Wales (180mi)
5Irene's ideal home Meet Irene, our beautiful, bouncy Beagle cross pup! She is suitable to live with primary school age children and could share her home with another playful dog, following a successful mix at the centre. Although we have no history of Irene around cats, she could potentially live with them following a successful scent swap and gradual introductions in the
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (181mi)
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Winifred's ideal home Winifred is a sweer Jack Russell Terrier who is able to live with children 8 +. She will need her leaving hours built up slowly. She is housetrained and travels well in the car. Could you be Winifred's perfect match? Winifred is a sweet playful girl looking for a quiet home. Once she gets to know you she loves to give out lots of cuddles. She loves her
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan (198mi)
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 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.