2Crystal's ideal home Crystal is looking for a home as the only pet but would enjoy well-matched walking friends once settled in her new home. You will catch her either playing chase with her favourite people or leaning in for a fuss. Crystal can live with children aged 12+. She can have her leaving hours built up to 4-6 once she has settled. Could you be Crystal's perfect
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wymeswold, Leicestershire (18mi)
2Peony's ideal home Both girls are super fun and loving ladies. They can be high energy at times but once appropriately exercised will settle. They are keen to meet people and other Dogs and will make fantastic additions into a home looking for a pair of Dogs. Could you be Peony's perfect match? They could live other Dogs and children 5+. They do need some ongoing basic
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wymeswold, Leicestershire (18mi)
2Lillie's ideal home Both girls are super fun and loving ladies. They can be high energy at times but once appropriately exercised will settle. They are keen to meet people and other Dogs and will make fantastic additions into a home looking for a pair of Dogs. Could you be Lillie's perfect match? They could live other Dogs and children 5+. They do need some ongoing basic
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wymeswold, Leicestershire (18mi)
2Cricket'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.
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (42mi)
2Bella'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
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wymeswold, Leicestershire (18mi)
4Mouse'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
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (42mi)
3Bonnie'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
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (42mi)
3Luna'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
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (42mi)
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1Skye's ideal home Skye would be wonderfully suited to a quieter or moderately active home—one that can offer her a sense of routine, gentle handling, and a calm, predictable atmosphere. In a peaceful environment, her confidence really shines, and she can continue growing into the happy, relaxed dog she’s meant to be. She would thrive in a home with secondary‑aged
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Newbury, Berks (91mi)
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 (65mi)
2Rosy's ideal home Rosy is on the search for her retirement home with adopters who will take her for regular walks. She loves the company of humans and much prefers to relax and spend time with them rather than playing with other Dogs, though she could live with an older, small to medium-sized, calm dog. Rosy could live with a cat that has lived with Dogs before. She would like
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Uxbridge, London (78mi)
4Penny's ideal home Penny is hoping to find her forever home alongside her best friend, Cash. These two share a wonderful bond and are looking for a loving family who can welcome them both. Penny is a gentle, sweet-natured girl who really blossoms in a calm to moderately active home. She adores spending time with people she knows and trusts, and her soft, sensitive nature makes
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Newbury, Berks (91mi)
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Hyacinth's ideal home Hyacinth is a super friendly, confident young girl who loves meeting new people and will happily greet everyone she can with a wag and a smile. With a medium energy level, she enjoys her walks and exploring the world around her. When meeting other Dogs out and about on lead, she is confident but understandably curious. Hyacinth could potentially live with
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex (90mi)
5Ethel'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
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Newbury, Berks (91mi)
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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
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex (90mi)
2Louise'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
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex (90mi)
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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
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex (90mi)
3Lilah'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
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex (90mi)
4Maddie's ideal home Maddie is a sweet 15 year old Jack Russell Terrier. Being an older girl, she is looking for a calm and quiet retirement home. She could live with sensible high school age children, and she could have younger visiting children. She’s fine around Dogs but not really interested in them so would prefer to be the only dog in the home. She’s also not
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Leeds, Yorkshire (85mi)
4Coco 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
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire (73mi)
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.