1Rex's ideal home Rex is a lively 4-year-old Jack Russell Terrier with a big personality and an even bigger heart! He’s full of energy and loves nothing more than heading out for long walks and adventures where he can sniff out new scents. He’s very people-friendly and loves attention. Rex can live with children aged 12 and over but needs to be the only dog in the home. Rex
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
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
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Rusty's ideal home Golden oldie Rusty is now ready to find his perfect retirement home where he can enjoy his senior years in comfort. At 10 years old, he much prefers the quieter things in life and loves spending his afternoons relaxing. Rusty is mostly housetrained and is content being left for an hour or so. His favourite place in the world is curled up beside you or on
DogsTrust
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
1Jack's ideal home Jack is a 3 month old Chihuahua cross Terrier. He is now ready to start looking for his forever home, he can be worried by new situations but with time and patients you get to see the fun, playful and such a loving little chap. He is going to need owners that are able to provide him with positive training and building his confidence in new situations. He is
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Charlie's ideal home Charlie is a handsome young man looking for a somewhat quiet home of his home where he can get out and about a lot. His new home would be willing to give him a little time to grow used to them initially as all these big changes have been a lot for Charlie, but he is doing great and making lots of new relationships with people and Dogs here. Charlie would
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
2Ariel's ideal home Ariel is a 1 1/2 year old Terrier mix. She came into Dogs Trust as a Stray so sadly we have no history on her. However she is currently in one of our lovely foster homes. Ariel is looking for a home with children aged 16 and above, to enable her having a quiet environment. She loves other Dogs and needs other Dogs, so she must live with another dog or Dogs
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
7Hugo's ideal home Little Hugo can live with children aged eight and up but will need to be the only dog as his reactions to others can be mixed. He is house trained and can be left alone for four hours or so once he's settled in. Hugo can pant heavily in the car and isn't used to travelling for more than 15 minutes. Could you be Hugo's perfect match? Hugo is a lovely golden
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Sparky's ideal home Sparky is a sweet little boy who found himself with us due to being a stray so we don't have lots of history on him. He may not be house trained so will need someone around most of the day to give a refresher if needed and to build up leaving hours. He can live with children aged 14 and over. He will need to be the only pet in the home but can walk with
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Timmy's ideal home Timmy is a very loving boy but does take his time to warm up to people initially. Once he is comfortable with you, he loves nothing more than cuddles and being as close to you as possible. He really enjoys going for walks, gets excited to go out and has good lead manners. A quieter home with fewer visitors where he can get all the attention and spend lots of
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Milo's ideal home Milo is a bundle of fun he is looking for an active home with owners who are looking for a dog to join them on day trips out. He loves other Dogs and enjoys their company. He can play a little over the top so will need a dog to match this playstyle . He will need remainding on house training - and will need help to be left alone , and if he is left to give
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Hugo's ideal home Adorable little Hugo is a 4 year old Poodle cross who is ready to find an understanding and loving forever home. Hugo isn't quite as confident as he seems and gets a lot of confidence from his trusted friends with whom he forms strong bonds with. He'd love a family with children of 16+ who can understand his worries and learn to read his body language. Hugo
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
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.
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Barry's ideal home Beautiful Barry is on the search for his forever home with patient adopters who are willing to take the time to get to know him. He can be worried initially by new people and handling so will need a family who give him time to settle in and open up at his own pace. He would be best suited to a quieter household as he can find loud noises unsettling. Due to
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
DogsTrust
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
DogsTrust
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
3Loki's ideal home Loki is looking for a quiet home when he can have lots of cuddles and company. His new home would ideally have no youngsters as Loki can be a little nervous and any Dogs in the home would give Loki his space to settle. Loki doesn't need a super active home but does like to have sniffy walks and join his humans out and about! Most importantly, his new humans
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Tetley's ideal home Tetley is looking for a quiet home where everyone is over the age of 15 years old and where he will be the only pet. He’s a nervous chap looking for a home with minimal comings and goings and ideally with low leaving hours. Could you be Tetley's perfect match? Tetley is a gentle soul looking for a family able to boost his confidence and show him how great
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.
