Jack Russell Terrier Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Leicester, Leicestershire

102 Jack Russell Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Leicester, Leicestershire

Find 102 Jack Russell dogs for adoption in Leicester, including rescue and rehoming listings from shelters, breeders and private owners.

This page helps you compare Jack Russell dogs available for adoption in and around Leicester, whether you are looking for a puppy, an adult dog, or a Jack Russell ready for a new home.

Before enquiring, check each dog's age, temperament, background and rehoming requirements so you can choose a Jack Russell that suits your home, lifestyle and experience.

New to adoption? Read our buying checklist and Jack Russell breed information to help you prepare before contacting a seller or rescue.

  • Bucky 4

    Bucky

    • 10 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 in Telford, Shropshire (55 miles)

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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 in Wickford, Essex (99 miles)

  • Buu 1

    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 in Newton Tony, Wiltshire (104 miles)

  • Roberta 2

    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 in Cardiff, Glamorgan (117 miles)

  • Bertie 4

    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 in Kenilworth, Warks (27 miles)

  • Eric 4

    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 in Kenilworth, Warks (27 miles)

  • Axo 4

    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 in Kenilworth, Warks (27 miles)

  • Daisy & Tilly 2

    Daisy & Tilly

    • 13 Years Old

    Daisy & Tilly's ideal home Delightful Daisy and terrific Tilly are 12 and a half year old Jack Russell Terriers who are pretty spritely for their age. They like a good sniffy stroll before snuggling up on the sofa for snooze, they can be quite independent, so will approach for cuddles on their own terms and like a quick snuggle. These lovely ladies are looking for a new family

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent (128 miles)

  • Sammy 4

    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 in Mid Glamorgan, Wales (116 miles)

  • Daisy 4

    Daisy

    • 6 Years Old

    Daisy's ideal home Daisy is searching for a calm, stable home where she can truly feel secure. She’s had a lot of change in her life, so a predictable routine and patient guidance will help her settle and build confidence. She can be apprehensive when first approached and may be vocal at first, but if you give her a little space and approach gently, she warms up very

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Mid Glamorgan, Wales (116 miles)

  • Ethel 5

    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 in Newbury, Berks (85 miles)

  • Jesse 4

    Jesse

    • 15 Years Old

    Jesse's ideal home Jesse is looking for a retirement home to call his own. He is an older boy who is looking for a home where he can have a garden to potter around in and go on small sniffy walks. He would like to be the only pet in the home as he likes to keep to himself and prefers the company of humans. He could live with secondary school children, aged 13 years and over,

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (80 miles)

  • Yoda 2

    Yoda

    • 1 Year Old

    Yoda's ideal home Yoda is looking for a new family that are searching for the classic Jack Russell – confident, adventurous and fun! He is really fun little guy, and can live with older primary school age children as he can be independent and does need his space at times. Yoda can be frustrated by other Dogs, so would need to be the only pet in his home, and ideally have

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent (128 miles)

  • Stanley 2

    Stanley

    • 4 Years Old

    Stanley's ideal home Stanley is a lovely little Jack Russell who enjoys a gentle fuss, calm walk, comfy bed and human with treats! He absolutely loves his food and has a few basic tricks up his sleeve ready to show his forever family. Stanley walks lovely on the lead and is a very sweet natured little man. Could you be Stanley's perfect match? Stanley could live with other

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire (11 miles)

  • 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 in Evesham, Worcestershire (50 miles)

  • Linden 4

    Linden

    • 2 Years Old

    Linden's ideal home Linden is looking for a home with loving and active adopters who can take him on sniffy adventures, who will take the time to help him settle in and give him all the love and attention he deserves. He is a friendly bean who can live with children aged 10 years and over who can play nicely with him and will give him space to rest when needed. Linden can be a

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent (128 miles)

  • Tom 3

    Tom

    • 9 Years Old

    Tom'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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside (94 miles)

  • Chino 3

    Chino

    • 4 Years Old

    Chino'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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Telford, Shropshire (55 miles)

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    Scrappy

    • 4 Years Old

    Scrappy's ideal home Scrappy is a 2 year old terrier cross with a cheeky character and a real zest for life. Being a youngster, Scrappy loves plenty of fun things to do, he thinks toys are great fun and particularly enjoys a teddy. He’s an affectionate little guy who enjoys sitting on a lap for a fuss and a massage and can share his new home children of 14 years who are

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (130 miles)

  • Peppy 10 1

    Peppy

    • 10 Years Old

    Peppy's ideal home Peppy is a one-of-a-kind pooch who has an abundance of character, and just as much love to give. His perfect match would be an adult-only family with minimal visitors and no visiting children, who share his passion for the outdoors, and who have the time, as well as the desire, to continue working with him on his training. Peppy is super smart and keen to

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (130 miles)

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.

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