Find 2 Jack Russell dogs for adoption across the UK, including rescue and rehoming listings from shelters, breeders and private owners.
This page helps you compare Jack Russell dogs available for adoption across the UK, whether you are looking for a puppy, an adult dog, or a Jack Russell ready for a new home.
Before enquiring, check each dog's age, temperament, background and rehoming requirements so you can choose a Jack Russell that suits your home, lifestyle and experience.
New to adoption? Read our buying checklist and Jack Russell breed information to help you prepare before contacting a seller or rescue.
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Lotti's ideal home Lotti is a beautiful one-year-old Jack Russell who is looking for a patient and understanding home where she can continue to grow in confidence. She is a nervous girl who enjoys spending time outdoors, although she can be worried when walking on a lead and will need ongoing support and gentle encouragement to help her feel more comfortable. When out and
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex
Moose's ideal home Meet Moose, a lovely 9 year old Jack Russell Terrier looking for a calm, loving retirement home. She may be a little shy and bark when she first meets you, but once she knows you're a friend, she adores gentle neck and belly rubs. Moose enjoys a quiet potter on the lead and would much rather snuggle up than go on long walks. She's lived around young children
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Mid Glamorgan, Wales
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Xander's ideal home Meet Xander our dapper little 12 year old Jack Russell Terrier. This sweet little gentleman is looking for a loving home where he can cuddle up on the sofa with his new family. Xander could potentially live with another dog pending a successful meet here at the centre and is also able to live with cats and children of an older primary school age. He
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan
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Lily's ideal home Lily is a lovely 16-year-old girl who is looking for a peaceful, adult-only retirement home through no fault of her own. She is friendly when meeting new people, although she has previously shown some reactivity towards visitors to the home, as well as some guarding behaviours, so her new family will need to be understanding and willing to give her time and
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex
Wendy's ideal home Wendy is a beautiful one-year-old JRT who can live with other dogs and enjoys having walking friends. She can also live with primary school-aged children. Wendy is okay when travelling in the car, and our assessment indicates that she could settle when left alone for a couple of hours. Could you be Wendy's perfect match? Wendy is a lovely little lady, full
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Telford, Shropshire
Pixie's ideal home Pixie is a young Jack Russell cross with higher energy levels who would love a family who can carry on with her basic training and gradually build up her confidence around car travel. She would be best suited to live in a home that isn't on a main or busy road. Pixie will not be able to live with cats, birds or small furries due to breed traits. She could
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London
Rossi's ideal home Rossi is a handsome 6 year old Jack Russell mix who is looking for his special family. He can be a nervous little guy around new people and is ideally looking for a quieter home environment with no children. Previous terrier experience would be beneficial, but ot essential. He also prefers quieter walking areas away from other dogs to enjoy a good sniff and
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Ballymena, Co Antrim
Juno's ideal home Say hello to Juno! She’s a 3 year old Jack Russell Terrier who is looking for a lovely family to help her feel less worried about the world. Juno’s perfect home would be on the quieter side of life, with everyone in the family being teenagers and older. She would love a garden to explore, as she is super curious and loves getting her nose to the ground!
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan
Abigail's ideal home Meet Abigail, the sweetest Jack Russell X Pug you’ll ever see! She’s 6 years old and she's looking for a forever family who can give her plenty of cuddles. Abigail is an easy-going girl who loves meeting new people and making doggy friends. She’d love to be able to meet plenty of dog pals when she goes on walks, and she could potentially live with
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan
Biscoff's ideal home Meet Biscoff! He is a super friendly, affectionate and happy little pup who loves people. Biscoff will require all basic puppy training including toilet training, recall, basic commands to ensure he grows into his full potential. Biscoff already walks well on lead and is up for any new adventure his forever family will take him on. Due to his age and
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Ballymena, Co Antrim
Jed's ideal home Jed is an eleven-year-old Jack Russell Terrier, a senior gent looking for a loving home. He shares his foster home brilliantly with another canine and would enjoy finding a new home with another dog. He has no history living with cats, he may chase small furries and has not been around livestock. Jed could share his home with secondary school aged children. He
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Ilfracombe, North Devon
Rocco's ideal home Meet Rocco, the gorgeous 4.5-year old Terrier X looking for his forever home! Rocco would like to be the only dog in the home, as he can be a bit vocal out and about but would like to build up to parallel walks with calm dogs. Rocco would be happy to live with sensible, older primary school age children, as he can be a bit worried of new people at first but
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan
Patsy's ideal home Patsy can live with teenagers but will need to be the only dog at home, although she will walk with quiet friends. She is house trained and good when left by herself for a few hours. Could you be Patsy's perfect match? Poor Patsy lost her owner and her brother in a short space of time so she's really been through it lately. She's a sweet little dog, still
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside
Betsy's ideal home Beautiful Betsy is looking for a new home via our Homestay scheme. She is a loving girl who thrives from attention and loves snuggling up on the sofa. Betsy can live with primary school aged children but would like to be the only pet in her new home. She is walked muzzled to help with her interactions around dogs and animals. Betsy has ongoing medical which
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire
Buddy's ideal home Buddy can live with children of primary school age but will need to be the only pet due to fighting with another dog in the home, but can have friends for walks. He is house trained and has been good when left by himself for a few hours. Could you be Buddy's perfect match? Buddy is a super little friend who has settled quickly into centre life. An active
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside
Rupert's ideal home Lovely Rupert would benefit from living with another calm dog who can help him build his confidence. He would be best suited to adopters who lead a quieter lifestyle, as he can be worried by loud noises. Due to his worried nature, he could live with older-secondary-aged children. He would love patient, kind and caring adopters who can give him a fresh start
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London
Smithy's ideal home Smithy is an almost 4 year old Beagle cross who is ready to find his forever home. This handsome boy is currently living in foster and is enjoying all the comforts of home life. Smithy loves to be active and enjoys nothing more than walkies and adventures exploring new places. He's a friendly boy who loves meeting new people, but can be a little over the
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks
Richie's ideal home Richie would love a calm, patient home with adopters who understand that settling in and building confidence is a journey rather than a race! A private, secure garden will give him a safe space to relax, play and explore, as venturing out on walks is currently a little too overwhelming for him. He could share his home with sensible older children of upper
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester
Alfie's ideal home Alfie is looking for a peaceful home where he can enjoy life at his own pace, with people who are happy to let him settle in and get to know them in his own time. He’d love a calm household with minimal visitors, where he can potter about, relax on the sofa and have plenty of opportunities for gentle sniffy walks. He’ll need to be the only dog in the
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Newbury, Berks
Pip's ideal home Pip is a lively 6-year-old JRT with a heart of gold! This gorgeous girl can live with other dogs, but she is also okay being the only pet. She can live with older primary school-aged children, can be left for a couple of hours and is good in the car. Could you be Pip's perfect match? Pip loves her walks and really enjoys getting out and about, whether that’s
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Rescue Centre / Charity in Telford, Shropshire
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.
