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 (11mi)
3Gonzo's ideal home Gonzo is a sweet little dude who is full of love and energy. He's currently living off site in foster home where he is enjoying all his homey comforts. He loves people and is happiest when he's by his carers side, whether that is snuggling up on the sofa or trying to get cosy in bed! Gonzo is housetrained and has been settling in well to a home routine. He
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (41mi)
4Bertie'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
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (41mi)
4Eric'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
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (41mi)
4Axo'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
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (41mi)
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 (11mi)
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 (11mi)
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 (41mi)
3Chilli's ideal home Chilli is a lovely little lad with a curious nature who enjoys investigating and exploring his surroundings. He does have an anxious side and can become overwhelmed at times, so he’s looking for a calm, understanding home where his family can read his signals and give him space when he needs it. Chilli could live with sensible older teenagers aged 14+ who
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (41mi)
2Eddie'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 Eddie'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 (11mi)
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 (11mi)
2Teddy'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
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (41mi)
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 (41mi)
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 (41mi)
2Roscoe'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.
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (41mi)
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 (41mi)
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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 (55mi)
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 (63mi)
4Max's ideal home Max is a 10 year old Jack Russell looking for a home with Milo 10 year old Shih Tzu. They would love a home together as the only Dogs in the home. They will need a cat free home and any small furries to be kept separate. They can live with secondary aged children and happy to be left for a couple of hours once settled. They will need a home where car travel
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Manchester, Greater Manchester (55mi)
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 (79mi)
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.