2Basil's ideal home Basil is an energetic, happy little pooch who is full of Terrier mischief! He was found as a stray and could do with a little confidence building as he can be a wriggly boy, but it rarely takes him long to figure things out. Basil can live with children of around secondary school age as long as they are happy with his puppyish behaviours. He can also share
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3Rosie's ideal home Rosie is being rehomed alongside best pal Poppy. They can live with children over the age of 10 but no other pets as Poppy is quite avoidant of other animals. Both Dogs are house trained but need someone there most of the day as they aren't used to being left alone for any length of time. Rosie has mitral valve heart disease and a grade four heart murmur but
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4Jimmy's ideal home Jimmy is looking for a quiet, understanding household where he can take things at his own pace. He would be best matched to a peaceful household, with resident children aged 14+ and no young visitors. He needs a quiet area away from the hustle and bustle of busy roads or loud surroundings. Jimmy's new owners will be able to offer patience, gentle guidance,
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3Toby's ideal home Toby needs a home with no other pets as he was brought to us for not getting along with another dog in the home. He is house trained, can be left alone for a couple of hours once settled, and can live with children of high school age. Ideally he'll be rehomed away from a main road as he is afraid of traffic. Could you be Toby's perfect match? Toby isn't
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4Agnes's ideal home Agnes will need to be the only pet at home whilst she works on social skills. She can live with teenagers and is house trained, but we're not so sure that she is used to spending time alone so will need her family to be prepared to put time into building up solo time gradually for her. Agnes came into our care with a docked tail which is illegal in the UK
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Jack's ideal home Say hello to Jack, a lively and loveable 1-year-old full of fun and curiosity. Jack is confident and excitable when meeting new people and Dogs, always ready to greet the world with a wagging tail and a big personality. He has a medium energy level, so he’ll enjoy active play, walks, and adventures—but also downtime with his favourite people. Jack can
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3Carly's ideal home Carly is a 9 year old sweetheart looking for her second chance of a forever home. She would like a relatively calm new home, where she can relax, occasionally play with her toys and have cuddles. Her new family will need to be happy with small, pottering type walks as Carly doesn't need too much but does still like to get out and about! Carly can live with
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7Pearl's ideal home Pearl is an adorable little lady bursting with energy and enthusiasm. You’d never guess she’s 10 years old, as she still zips around like a puppy. Despite her zest for life, Pearl has a sensitive side and can feel overwhelmed at times, so she’s looking for an active yet understanding family who can offer her patience and plenty of company, as she can
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Hattie's ideal home Hattie is a sweet senior Terrier with a heart of gold, looking for a calm, loving home where she can finally put her paws up and enjoy some well-earned comfort. She’s not keen on being left alone, so is best suited to a devoted, multi-person household with plenty of time to spend with her. Hattie would be happy living with dog-savvy primary school-aged
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1Jess's ideal home Jess is a super sweet older girl, looking for a quiet home where she can go on lovely walks, play with her toys and cuddle with her favourite people. Jess needs to be the only dog in the home as she doesn't appreciate other Dogs in her space, and can get worried if they're too over the top with her. She can walk with other Dogs but they need to be quiet and
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4Mancha's ideal home Little Mancha is our gorgeous long-legged Jack Russel who can live with children of secondary school age and above who are happy to give him space when he needs it. Mancha must wear a muzzle at the vets and so will need adopters comfortable with this. He will need a home with the ability to separate him for feeding and he would also love to be the only dog
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3Violet's ideal home Violet is a lovely 10 year old crossbreed who came to us through no fault of her own. She is looking for a calm and quiet retirement home where she can spend her days snoozing and having a gentle fuss. She isn't interested in other Dogs so would need to be the only dog in the home. She could live with high school aged children and have younger visitors if
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2Bella's ideal home Bella and Lola are a pair of Pugs who would love to find a forever home to adopt them both. They have a really good history around young children and could live with kids of primary school age. Bella and Lola would also be open to sharing their home with a pre-existing dog, pending successful mixes in centre prior to adoption. Could you be Bella's perfect
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3Nacho's ideal home Nacho is an adorable, scruffy Terrier crossbreed who is looking for his happy ever after. He is currently in one of our wonderful foster homes and is doing great, he is living there with another dog, a little female yorkie who is gets on great with but is independent of, happy to do his own thing and be with us humans. Nacho is dog social out and about too
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101Peppy'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
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9Due to a change in life circumstances, I’m sadly looking to rehome Penny and find her a home that truly understands and suits her. Penny is a 5-year-old Jack Russell with all the classic terrier qualities: clever, loyal, brave, and deeply devoted to her people. She is incredibly affectionate with those she knows and trusts; she loves cuddles, will follow you from room to
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2Hugo's ideal home Hugo is a gorgeous almost 11-year-old Jack Russell. He can be shy and worried by new people and places, so needs calm and patient adopters who are prepared to take things at his pace. He spooks easily so young children would be too much for him, but high school aged and above would be fine. As he is looking for a quiet environment, he would need to be the
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Max's ideal home Max is a confident, excitable 2-year-old who greets the world with full enthusiasm—sometimes a little too enthusiastically! He’s instantly friendly with new people and may come across a bit OTT at first, but his joy is infectious. Max can live with children aged 8+ who are used to dogs and comfortable around his bouncy nature. With his high energy levels,
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Grinch's ideal home Grinch is a gentle 2-year-old who can be shy when meeting new people. He may worry about too much handling at first, but with patience and a soft approach he’s gradually growing in confidence. He has a medium energy level and enjoys exploring new places, sniffing his way through walks, and having fun with toys. Grinch can live with children aged 14+ who
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Sandy's ideal home Sandy is an eight-year-old gentleman with a medium energy level and a big personality. Confident when meeting new people, he enjoys affection on his own terms and appreciates calm, predictable interactions. Out on walks he’s friendly but independent around other dogs, and would much rather have steady, relaxed walking companions than boisterous playmates.
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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.
