3Chilli's ideal home Chilli is a lovely little lad with a curious nature who enjoys investigating and exploring his surroundings. He does have an anxious side and can become overwhelmed at times, so he’s looking for a calm, understanding home where his family can read his signals and give him space when he needs it. Chilli could live with sensible older teenagers aged 14+ who
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks
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Precious's ideal home Precious is a sweet little 2-year-old girl with a big heart and a love for cuddles. She’s confident and affectionate when meeting new people and quickly wins hearts with her gentle nature. Precious enjoys her walks, especially when she can sniff, explore, and take in the world around her. She has a medium energy level, making her a lovely balance of
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex
3Rolo's ideal home Rolo can live with sensible children over the age of 10 as well as cats and other small Dogs. He's house trained but isn't used to being home alone at all. Could you be Rolo's perfect match? Tiny Rolo is very bewildered by all that's going on around him. He hasn't really been out of the house and suddenly he's in a busy, noisy environment, doing his best.
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside
2Louise's ideal home Louise is a delightful, bright, and bouncy 6-month-old who is full of confidence and excitement. She’s very friendly when meeting new people and loves making friends wherever she goes. Louise is confident with other Dogs and could happily live with cats, Dogs, small furries, and children aged 6 and over. She’s a high-energy youngster who adores playtime
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex
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Jessica's ideal home Jessica is a sweet, senior lady (around 12–14 years old) looking for a calm, loving retirement home. She’s friendly when meeting new people and enjoys gentle walks where she’s happy to meet other Dogs—she can be a little vocal at times but reads other Dogs well. Jessica has previously lived with Dogs, cats, and even small furries, and could live
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex
5Molly's ideal home Molly is a Yorkie cross Jack Russell looking for a loving home. She could live with children aged eleven-years plus. She would benefit from sharing her home with another calm, small dog. Without another dog in the home the time she is left alone will need to be built up gradually. She dislikes being left alone. She has history of being housetrained. She
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Ilfracombe, North Devon
3Lilah's ideal home Lilah is a 6-month-old terrier-type puppy bursting with energy and potential. She’s a gentle, loving soul who adores chasing a ball and being close to her people, often following her foster carer from room to room. Like many young Dogs, Lilah struggles with being left alone and will need her new family to build her confidence and independence gradually and
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex
2Benji's ideal home Benji is a 7-year-old, confident and friendly boy who enjoys meeting new people and will happily make friends with his visitors. He has a medium energy level and loves getting out for walks, especially in quieter areas where he can take his time sniffing and exploring. Benji will need access to a secure outdoor space and must remain on lead when out in
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex
2Eddie's ideal home Bella and Eddie are looking for a home in a quieter area with access to quiet walks. They have lots of love to give and enjoy being on your lap for cuddles. They need to be the only Dogs in the home and can live with sensible children aged 12+. Could you be Eddie's perfect match? If you are looking for a couple of golden oldies that love a cuddle to add to
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wymeswold, Leicestershire
2Bella's ideal home Bella and Eddie are looking for a home in a quieter area with access to quiet walks. They have lots of love to give and enjoy being on your lap for cuddles. They need to be the only Dogs in the home and can live with sensible children aged 12+. Could you be Bella's perfect match? If you are looking for a couple of golden oldies that love a cuddle to add to
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wymeswold, Leicestershire
4Banksy's ideal home Banksy is a sweet older boy looking for his forever home. He is looking to live with children 11+ with visiting sensible children 8 +. He plays well and is a friendly boy but may need leaving hours built up slowly as he can be worried left on his own. He is looking for a medium exercise level household where he can enjoy his nice sniffy walks and some fun
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan
2Yoda's ideal home Yoda is looking for a new family that are searching for the classic Jack Russell – confident, adventurous and fun! He is really fun little guy, and can live with older primary school age children as he can be independent and does need his space at times. Yoda can be frustrated by other Dogs, so would need to be the only pet in his home, and ideally have
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Chestfield, Kent
2Cloud's ideal home Meet Cloud! Our beautiful 15-year old JRT looking for his forever home - preferably with his best friend, Clementine. Cloud could live with another dog in the home, and all children would need to be 8yrs+. Cloud is a super friendly boy who can be a little bit vocal initially, but he is a super softy and just wants a cuddle. He walks beautifully on lead, and
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan
4Maddie's ideal home Maddie is a sweet 15 year old Jack Russell Terrier. Being an older girl, she is looking for a calm and quiet retirement home. She could live with sensible high school age children, and she could have younger visiting children. She’s fine around Dogs but not really interested in them so would prefer to be the only dog in the home. She’s also not
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Leeds, Yorkshire
2Teddy's ideal home Beautiful little Teddy is an older gentleman at 10 years old and is currently living in a foster home, where he's enjoying all his homey comforts. He is housetrained and loves nothing more than snuggling up on the sofa and spending time with his favourite people. Teddy's ideal home would be with older teenage children who can understand he prefers a quieter
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks
4Buddy's ideal home Buddy is a cute 4 year old Jack Russell x Pug who is a wee worried boy looking for a helping hand to explore with! Buddy is an affectionate soul who loves snuggling up on the sofa with his humans. At the moment he is looking to be the only dog in the home, but would like to continue working on his confidence around other Dogs on his walks. Could you be
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Glasgow, Scotland
4Bluey's ideal home Bluey is a super special, 8, almost 9 year old Jack Russell looking for a new home to call his own. Bluey came to us from a very loving home, where his owner was no longer able to care for him and made the diffcult but right decision to entrust us to find him his ideal set up. A few years ago, Bluey suffered with his eyes and the decision was made by his
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Mid Glamorgan, Wales
4Coco and Beth's ideal home Coco (brown and white) and Beth (tri-colour) are a very special bonded pair who are searching for a calm, quiet, adult‑only home where they can finally relax and feel safe. The world is still a big, slightly overwhelming place for them, as they haven’t experienced much yet, so they’ll need kind and patient adopters who are happy to help them
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire
3Bonnie's ideal home Beautiful little Bonnie is a 6 year old Jack Russell who has come into our care for no fault of her own. She has been in a home for all of her life where she was housetrained and quite happy spending a few hours alone. Bonnie loves her favourite people and enjoys snuggling up on the sofa watching TV. In true terrier style she loves to be out and about
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks
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Fran's ideal home Fran is a wonderful 11-year-old who is instantly friendly when meeting new people and happily accepts fuss and attention from everyone she meets. She is not comfortable around other Dogs, as she isn’t used to interacting with them, and can be quite vocal in their presence. Fran must be the only pet in the home but she could, however, live with children aged
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex
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.
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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.
Jack Russells are a popular dog breed known for their appearance, temperament and suitability for a range of homes. If you are considering this breed, it is worth understanding their typical characteristics, exercise needs, grooming requirements and breeder standards before contacting sellers.
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