2Tia's ideal home Tia is a super sweet 12 year old Terrier - poodle mix looking for a quiet home to enjoy her retirement with. She's looking for a home where any children living or visiting the home are older teenagers. She could potentially live with a dog savvy cat, as she is doing well with ta cat buddy in foster but all cats are individuals. We believe she could potentially
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Rescue Centre / Charity
2Cindy's ideal home This precious little lady is Cindy! Cindy is looking for a quiet retirement home, where she can live out her golden years. Cindy could live with sensible secondary school aged children, who are understanding that she lives for her naps! Cindy is used to living with another dog and we think she would benefit from a home with a calm older dog who will match
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
5Puffin's ideal home Meet Puffin, a gorgeous 2 year old JRT x looking for a special home. Puffin came into us from a really unfortunate situation and was riddled with fleas. Puffin - even on her intake day - was so incredibly trusting and friendly. We believe Puffin to be deaf, but this does not stop her! She loves a good explore and sniff in new environments and really
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
1Jill's ideal home Jill is a sweet older girl looking for a retirement home where she can live out her golden years snoozing on a sofa! Jill is a 12yr old Terrier Cross who came into our care with bad skin, but she's on the road to recovery and she's feeling a lot more comfortable! She loves the company of people, and so would be looking for a family that would be around the
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Rescue Centre / Charity
4Teddy's ideal home Teddy is a three-year-old Terrier cross Welsh Collie looking for a loving home. He has history of living with children and can share his home with children as young as eight years. Teddy likes to socialise with other Dogs, in the home he is looking to be the only dog as he does not like to share his fuss, treats, and toys. He has no history of living with
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Rescue Centre / Charity
5Meg's ideal home Meet Cariad and Megan - two beautiful 12 year old JRTs looking for their retirement home together. These girls are super bonded and want to be rehomed together, with children as young as 8yrs (possibly younger if they are sensible) and another calm, resident dog. They have lots of experience living around livestock and various different farm animals, and are
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Rescue Centre / Charity
5Cariad's ideal home Cariad and Megan are two gorgeous 12 year old JRTs looking for their retirement home together. These girls can live with children as young as 8yrs - possibly younger if they are sensible - and another resident dog pending a successful meet here at the centre. Cariad and Megan are closely bonded and need to be rehomed together, and they have spent time
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Jamie Tartt's ideal home This is Jamie - our beautiful 9 month old JRT. Jamie is a beautiful young boy, who is struggling in kennels. He would be looking for a loving home where all children are 8 yrs+. Jamie would not be able to live with another dog in the home but he really enjoys playing with his pals out and about - although, he can get a little overexcited at times.
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Rescue Centre / Charity
4Jeff's ideal home Jeff is our beautiful 5 year old JRT x Chihuahua who will shower you with love & kisses! He is looking for a home where all children would be 11yrs+ and he is able to live with another resident dog in the home providing a successful meet here at the centre. He has a real liking for the back of the sofa and loves to have a snuggle with his people so he can lie
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Rescue Centre / Charity
4Roy Kent's ideal home Meet Roy Kent! A beautiful 3 year old JRT looking for his forever home. He would like a home where all children are 11yrs+. Due to Roy's social skills, he would not be able to live with another dog in the home. He is a very affectionate boy, who loves a good cuddle. He loves spending time off-lead in our secure paddocks for the best zoomies and a good
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
5Violet's ideal home Meet our sweet, little Violet. She is a 7 year old Jack Russell Terrier looking for her forever home. Violet can live with another dog in the home, pending a successful meet and can live with secondary school aged children. Violet will need some work on her time being left alone as we are unsure if she has been previously. She is housetrained, but may need
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
5Chester's ideal home Say hello to our sweet JRT boy Chester! He's an older gentleman at 8yrs old, but he can live with children 8yrs+. Chester does need a little bit of work on his social skills, so he would be unable to be housed with another dog. Chester is a chilled dog, loves to stroll and sniff about on his walks. He loves a good scratch, and is happy to be fussed. He
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Rescue Centre / Charity
4Dexter's ideal home Dexter is a lively and cheeky 6 year old Pug cross Jack Russell, he gets on well with everyone he meets and could live with secondary school aged children. Dexter gets on well with Dogs and could live with another doggy friend in the home pending successful meets at the centre, but would be equally happy as the only dog. We don't have any information on how
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
7Buddy & Walter's ideal home Prepare to have your heart melted - meet our gorgeous Jack Russell duo Buddy and Walter! These boys would love to find their forever home together as they are very bonded and love each other. They're able to share their home with primary school aged children, but would do better as the only pets in the home as they much prefer each others' company
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
1James's ideal home James is a handsome 2 year old JRT x on the search for his forever home. He can live with a resident dog in the home pending a successful meet here at the center and he would like a home where all children are over the age of 14. James has come to us from a rubbish background, where he was not exposed to a lot in his short life, so he has been very
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
1Eddie's ideal home Eddie is a gorgeous 2 year old JRT cross looking for a patient, loving home to call his own. Eddie would love a home where all children are over 14 years old as he can be a bit worried. It would be beneficial for Eddie to be rehome with a calm, confident resident dog to show him the way, as we find Dogs bring him so much more confidence. Eddie is a lovely
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
5Ralphy's ideal home Ralphy is a handsome older gentleman who just likes to take life at his own pace. He loves a good sniffy wander, and then taking himself off to bed for a snooze. He does love a little fuss and will nudge your hand to tell you he's not done receiving love! Being an older gentleman, he's not looking to share his home with another dog so he can relax, but he
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
5Josh's ideal home This dashing little man is Josh. He is an 11.5 year old Jack Russell Terrier cross Chihuahua. Josh can live with another dog in the home, pending a successful meet at the centre, though we are unsure how he is with cats. He can live with secondary school aged children that understand he is an older boy and will give him space when he needs his power nap!
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Rescue Centre / Charity
7Benji's ideal home Benji is an absolute heart-stealer and he knows it! He's looking for a quiet home environment where he can bask in the love of his adopters. Benji needs to be the only pet in an adult only home, as he is worried meeting new people. His adopters will need to come to visit him a couple of times just to ensure he has started to form a bond with them before
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
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.
