10Otis's ideal home Otis is a 7-year-old Jack Russell Terrier who is looking for a calm, patient and understanding home where he is the only pet. He is best suited to an adult-only household where life is steady and predictable with minimal visitors and a secure private garden for him to enjoy. He must be kept on a lead when out and about and must not be allowed to greet
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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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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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2Raisin's ideal home Raisin is a super sweet 13 year old Jack Russell Terrier looking for her forever home with her sister Rum. She can live with secondary school aged children that will give her some space when she needs her nap. When meeting new people she is instantly friendly and loves a fuss and cuddle. Could you be Raisin's perfect match? Despite Raisin's age, she still
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5Rum's ideal home Rum is a very sweet 13 year old Jack Russell Terrier looking for her forever home with her sister Raisin. She is can live with secondary school aged children who will understand she is an older lady and needs to have her afternoon nap! When meeting new people she is instantly friendly and really enjoys and gentle fuss. Could you be Rum's perfect match? Despite
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4Juno's ideal home Juno is a cheeky little chap who entered our care after being found as a stray. Aged approximately four-years-old, he has plenty energy, as well as a lot of love ready to give to his future family. A sensitive boy at times, Juno is keen to find a calm and peaceful place to call home, situated in a quieter area, that is away from any busy roads as he is still
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Dude's ideal home Dude is a gentle, friendly 8-month-old pup who’s still finding his confidence in the world. He’s affectionate once he gets to know you and would love a calm, reassuring person to help him come out of his shell. He can be fearful in certain situations particularly at the vets so will need ongoing support and confidence-building. When meeting other Dogs,
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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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101Peppy's ideal home Peppy is a one-of-a-kind pooch who has an abundance of character, and just as much love to give. His perfect match would be an adult-only family with minimal visitors and no visiting children, who share his passion for the outdoors, and who have the time, as well as the desire, to continue working with him on his training. Peppy is super smart and keen to
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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
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6Reggie's ideal home Reggie is a sweet boy who can live with children of secondary school age or over. As he does gain a lot of confidence from other dogs and can be unsettled on his own in the home we think he would greatly benefit from having another dog in the home. He would also benefit from a home where his new family are around as much as possible initially to help him
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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
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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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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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3Albert's ideal home Albert can live with children over the age of six but will need to be the only pet at home as he can be choosy about friends. He is house trained and can be left alone for a few hours without worry once settled. Could you be Albert's perfect match? Cheeky Albert is a super little Jack Russell who just seems to be happy about everything! He loves to say
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Blue's ideal home Blue is a 6-year-and-9-month-old dog with a gentle soul who’s looking for a calm, understanding home where he can feel safe and secure. He’s fearful when meeting new people and lacks confidence around other dogs, so he’ll need patient owners willing to let him build trust at his own pace. Because of his sensitivity, Blue cannot live with other pets,
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3Roddy's ideal home Roddy is a bright boy who can't wait to meet his family. While we don't know if Roddy has ever been around children before he'll be fine to live with children of around secondary school age. Roddy has the potential to live with other dogs too. Any match would need a successful meet in centre before adoption. As he can get a little worried about formal
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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
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1Ruggin's ideal home Ruggin is a loveable Terrier with a fun-loving, cheeky character. He’s eager to find an active family, with secondary-school aged children and above, who share his love for adventure, and who could provide him with the enriching lifestyle that he longs for. Much more a fan of his people pals, Ruggin is underconfident around other dogs, and shows this by
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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
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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.
