2Bertie's ideal home Bertie is looking for an active home where he will be the only pet. Bertie can mix with Dogs if introduced appropriately however is fear-reactive to Dogs out on walks so adopters will need to be willing to help build his confidence when out and about. Once settled, Bertie would be comfortable being left for a couple of hours. He is a very friendly boy who
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3Fields's ideal home If you are experienced with terriers and looking to build a one-on-one bond with a character, Fields might be the dog for you. This six-year-old Jack Russell is full of personality and knows exactly what he likes! Fields will need to be the only pet in an adult only home with minimal visitors, in a quiet area where he can enjoy peaceful walks without
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6Lottie's ideal home Lottie is a 6 year old Jack Russel Terrier x Chihuahua. She can be a worried girl and so would need to go to an adult only home with owners that have the time and patience to let Lottie come our of her shell. She will also need to be the only dog in the home. She could be left for a few hours at a time once settled in the home, but this will need to be
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2Tony's ideal home Tony is looking for a home with active adopters who can take him on sniffy adventures and provide him with fun and mentally stimulating enrichment to keep his brain busy. Adopters with terrier experience is preferred but not essential. This independent boy can live with children aged 12 years and over who will give him space to explore and rest when needed.
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2Poppy & Bess's ideal home Say hello to Poppy (9) and Bess (7),our terrific terrier twosome who are on the lookout for their perfect forever home. These gorgeous girls are the best of friends and are hoping to find a loving family who can welcome them both with open arms. They can happily live with other friendly Dogs and primary school-aged children. Poppy and Bess are also
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3Brillo's ideal home Meet brilliant Brillo – a cheeky, charming, and playful 2-year-old terrier who’s ready to find his forever home! Brillo is looking for a home where he can be the only pet and be the star of the show. He can happily live with secondary school-aged children and initially he will need owners who are around most of the time as he loves human company. Could
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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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5Archie's ideal home Archie is looking for a calm and quiet home with minimal visitors, with adopters who will take him on walks in quiet walking areas, who will play with him and give him all the love and care he deserves. He can be very worried by new people and likes his space so is looking for an adult only home with adopters who will give him space to rest and relax when
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2Poppy's ideal home Poppy is looking for a calm and loving home to relax in and enjoy her golden years, with adopters who will take her on pleasant strolls followed by afternoon naps. She is looking for her own space to rest an relax without being disturbed so can live with children aged 14 and over who can play nicely with her when she wants and can see when she needs her
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2Lilo's ideal home Lilo is a fabulous 6-month-old Jack Russell Pug Crossbreed. She's full of personality and full of energy! She's a little standoffish when she first meets you, but with a few treats and a little space she soon comes round. once you're in the club you'll see how playful and downright adorable she is! She'll need her adopters to put in some time initially to
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5Pete's ideal home This bundle of energy is Pete! He's looking for a super active family who are interested in training. Pete is full of beans and has a lot of potential to do some extra-curricular training such as agility or scent work. Pete is able to live with older primary school aged children, but will need to be the only dog in his new home. Pete can be quite strong on
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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
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1Piggy's ideal home Meet Piggy! He is a friendly but nervous 7 year old Staffy cross Jack Russell who is looking for his furever home. He can live with sensible primary school aged children who can give him some space and time whilst settling in. He would like to be the only pet in the home but would enjoy doggy friends out on a walk. Piggy is very worried being in kennels and
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Fender's ideal home 1-year-old Jack Russel Fender is looking for a home with older teens of 14 plus, and no other pets. He will need a private secure garden to help with house training and help build his confidence. Time alone to be built up slowly, as he is still a young boy. He is looking for his new home to take him out for lots of fun adventures. Could you be Fender's
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1Hettie's ideal home Hettie would love a home where she has access to a private, secure garden so that she can working on her training and confidence before heading into the big wide world. She will also need to share her home with another dog as she really comes out of her shell around them and we believe this will help in her progress massively, pending successful meets here
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4Ritz's ideal home Ritz is a sweet, sensitive soul with a big heart and a gentle nature. At 8 years old, this lovely terrier cross is looking for a calm, understanding home where he can truly relax and feel secure. He thrives on company and may find it hard being left alone, so he’ll need a family who can be around for most of the day while he builds up confidence at his own
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3Bailey's ideal home Meet Bailey! He is a 7 year old Jack Russell cross who came into our care through no fault of his own. He can live with secondary school aged children. Bailey has the potential to live with another calm dog pending successful meets at the centre. He would like to have his own garden but isn't essential. Once he has settled into his home, leaving hours can
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4Mouse's ideal home Mouse is an adorbale Jack Russell who came to us as a stray and is now looking for an adult-only, peaceful retirement home. We estimate her to be around 10 years old, although she plays with toys like she is still a puppy! Mouse can be wary of new people and places, but once she has a bond with you, she is ever so sweet. She is worried by loud and busy
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Robby's ideal home 1 year old Robby is looking for his forever home, we have no history for Robby so any new adopters will need to be around most of the time to help him adjust and settle to his new home. He can live with children 14+ that can give him space when needed. Robby can have calm walking buddies but would prefer to be the only dog in the home getting all the
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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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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.
