1Sparrow's ideal home Sparrow is a very nervous and sensitive soul who needs an extra special family to take things at her pace and dedicate the time to build her confidence. She can be worried by new people so her adotpers will need to be prepared to come to the centre for multiple visits to build a bond with her before heading home. She could live with teenagers who can
DogsTrust
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Mavis's ideal home Mavis is a sweet and affectionate 2-year-old with a playful side just waiting to shine. She’s confident and happy when meeting new people and quickly forms bonds with those around her. While she can whine when meeting new Dogs and may be a little unsure at first, she becomes more relaxed and playful as she settles in. Mavis enjoys her walks, loves a fuss,
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Mouse's ideal home Meet Mouse! She’s on the lookout for a calm and patient environment where she can truly shine as the only pet. This sweet girl has a heart full of affection and is searching for owners who appreciate her gentle nature. She loves to be showered with love and attention, but it’s equally important to respect her space, especially when she feels a bit
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
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Stevie's ideal home Stevie is a fun-loving Terrier, aged 1. She would thrive best with an active family, who have the time to keep her company at home, as she can find it challenging when left alone. Adopters who are willing to continue her training and who could provide her with a structured routine would be ideal, and she is happy to live with secondary-school aged children.
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Coco Loco's ideal home Coco Loco is a 2 year & 8 month old Jack Russell Terrier with a excitable nature but when meeting new people she can be a little shy at first. Coco can live with children 14+ who understand sometimes she needs to be aloud to have her own space. Coco Loco would prefer to be the only pet in the home as she likes to have all the attention for herself and
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Rescue Centre / Charity
4Mary's ideal home Mary is a young girl who hasn’t had a great start in life. She doesn’t seem to be used to handling and much prefers playtime instead. She’ll do best in a home without children, though older teenagers would be ok. Though Mary came into our care with Moo and they get along really well, she really struggles to meet other Dogs. Therefore she will need to be
DogsTrust
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Fergie's ideal home Fergie is 2 years old and came to us with her best friend Diana through no fault of her own she is the more confident girl out of the two, however she does find new environments and new people a bit overwhelming so appreciates it when you go at her pace. Fergie can live with children 14+ and could possible live with another resident calm dog if she is not
DogsTrust
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Diana's ideal home 1 year old Diana has come to us through no fault of her own along with her best friend Fergie. Diana can be nervous when first meeting new people but will soon ask for a fuss and a cuddle, she can live with children 14+ that understand she sometimes needs to be given some space to chill out. Ideally Dianna would like to find her forever home with her bestie
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3Lulu's ideal home Lulu can live with children aged 15+ but would need to be the only pet in her new home. She is looking for a patient family who will understand her body language and be in most of the time initially so she can build up her leaving hours very slowly when she is settled in her new environment. Could you be Lulu's perfect match? Once Lulu gets to know you she
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
5Mia's ideal home No, this isn't Buck the crazy weasel from Ice Age - this is sweet girl Mia! Mia is a 4 year old JRT x Pug that has come into our care from a sheltered background. Mia has never lived in a home environment before and so would need help with basic training and coping alone. She is particularly fearful of going through doorways, but with a patient owner that is
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Lexi's ideal home Rocco and Lexi are a charming Father and Daughter pair who are looking for a quiet home together. They can live with calm primary school aged children or above. They could build up to being left for short periods of time once settled. They are both on long term pain relief for their hips. Rocco has a Grade 3 heart murmur but is not currently on any medication
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Daisy's ideal home Dinky Daisy can live with children aged eight and over but not other pets. She is house trained but not used to spending time alone so her adopters will need to build up any solo time gradually. Could you be Daisy's perfect match? Daisy has quickly worked her way into her carers hearts as she is a cuddly, gentle little dog. She's always happy to see people
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
5Carmen's ideal home This gorgeous girl is Carmen. She is an 11 month old Crossbreed looking for her new home. Carmen can live with another dog in the home, pending a successful meet at the centre and can live with primary school aged children. Carmen loves people and loves making new friends with both humans and Dogs! She would love a family that can help her utilitse her
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Rescue Centre / Charity
3Libby's ideal home Libby is a sweet 3-year-old crossbreed who enjoys snuggles and playing with her tennis balls! She can be nervous around people she doesn’t know, so any potential adopters will need to visit her at the centre a few times so she can get to know them before going home. Libby is also a little worried by Dogs, but this is manageable out and about, and this is
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
10Dasher's ideal home Meet Dasher, she is a 1 year old Terrier cross looking for her forever home. She can live with another dog in the home, pending a successful meet at the centre and can live with secondary school aged children. Dasher is still on the road to recovery after leg operations and is slowly increasing her exercise, for this reason, she must have ground floor
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Judy's ideal home Judy is a 15 year old Jack Russell Terrier Cross Chihuahua looking for her retirement home to enjoy the rest of her golden years. She would like to live with an adult only family and will have to be the only pet in the home. Around other Dogs, Judy likes to have her own space. She would be happy to have a garden all to herself to spend the days sunbathing and
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Rescue Centre / Charity
3Kiki & Dotty's ideal home Meet Kiki (3) and Dotty (4) – an inseparable pair of adorable crossbreeds who are looking for their forever home together. These two peas in a pod need to be the only pets in the household, but they could have doggy friends out on walks. They’re wonderfully adaptable and can live with children of any age, making them a great fit for a family home.
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Rescue Centre / Charity
2Lottie's ideal home 12 year old Lottie is looking for a home with Patch. She is able to live with children 10+ and securely caged pets if kept separately. She can live in any area and would ideally like a garden but it's not necessary. Lottie would appreciate her adopters being around most of the time but can be left for 2-3 hours occasionally. Could you be Lottie's perfect
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
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
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Holly's ideal home Holly is looking for a calm and relaxed home with minimal visitors to begin with, with adopters who will take her on sniffy strolls and will give her space to settle in and get comfortable. She can be a little worried and appeasing when meeting people so could live with secondary school aged children who will play with her gently and will give her space to
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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.
