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
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
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
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
Awaiting Photos
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
3Nugget's ideal home Nugget is a gentle and sensitive soul who will truly shine in a calm, quiet home. She feels most comfortable in a peaceful environment and would appreciate a household with minimal visitors and managed introductions, especially as she settles into her new home. Once she feels secure, her sweet personality really comes through. Because Nugget values her
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Tia's ideal home Tia and Pixie could live with sensible older children aged 12+. They would need to be the only Dogs in the home but can have walking friends to socialise with. Both girls will need a little help loosing some weight so are looking for active, dedicated owners to help with this. Tia and Pixie would also like to have their own garden to potter around in. Could
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Pixie's ideal home Tia and Pixie could live with sensible older children aged 12+. They would need to be the only Dogs in the home but can have walking friends to socialise with. Both girls will need a little help loosing some weight so are looking for active, dedicated owners to help with this. Tia and Pixie would also like to have their own garden to potter around in. Could
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Sally's ideal home Sally is a scrumptious 5-year old crossbreed looking for a home where she can be spoilt and get the training she needs to help her become the amazing girl we know she can be. We don't know much about her history as she came to us from another organisation. She can live with another dog of a similar size pending a successful meet at the centre. Sally would be
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Joy's ideal home Sweet Joy is a 1 year old Terrier crossbreed who unfortunately came to us as a stray. We have limited history on her, however, since being in our care she has been a delight. Just like her name suggests, she really does bring a smile to your face! She loves people and gets a lot of her confidence from the people she is bonded with. Being little, she can be
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
Awaiting Photos
Betty Lou's ideal home Betty Lou is a under socialised and reactive around Dogs confident and excitable girl who loves meeting new people and enjoys interacting with other Dogs. She can not live with another dog in the home but ongoing socialising skills with walking buddies would be an advantage. she’s also suitable for a home with children aged eight and over who are happy
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
Awaiting Photos
Cindy Lou's ideal home Cindy Lou is a bright, confident and excitable girl who loves meeting new people and enjoys interacting with other Dogs. She can live with another dog as long as a successful dog mix takes place at the centre, and she’s also suitable for a home with children aged eight and over who are happy around an affectionate and lively companion. With her medium
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
1Thistle's ideal home Thistle is an adorable 5 year old Jack Russell Terrier X looking for her furever home in time for Christmas. She is a friendly girl who could join a home with children of primary school age and has the potential to live with a canine companion pending successful meets at the centre. Once settled, she could be built up to being left for short periods of
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Cleo's ideal home Say hello to Cleo! This adorable girl is ready to find her forever home! Cleo came to Dogs Trust through no fault of her own with her best friend Gary and, while it would be fantastic to rehome this pair together, we do believe Cleo would be equally happy to live on her own or with another dog pending successful meets at the centre. Cleo could also share her
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Kim's ideal home Kim is very pretty and super friendly Jack Russel Terrier, she can jump up with excitement as she doesn’t know anything different. Using treats to positively reward her for ‘paws on the floor’ would be beneficial to her, she is smart and will pick up training with ease. She thrives on company and would love a secure garden to have zoomies, time to relax
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
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Smartie's ideal home Smartie our resident sweetheart, came in to our care with very limited background, however has been coming out of her shell in foster! She has gained confidence being around a calm resident dog and we feel she would really benefit from having a doggy companion. Smartie is a big snugglebug who loves making a nest in her blankets to stay cosy! Smartie is
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
2Anna's ideal home Anna is a delightful 11 year old Jack Russell who will instantly make you smile with her happy little personality. She would like to be the only pet in the home but could have calm and polite dog friends out on walks. Children in the home should be secondary school aged as she has been a little worried by little ones. Anna should be fine to have a few leaving
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Millie's ideal home Millie is a friendly, playful girl who is ready to find her forever home. She will need to be the only pet in the home but can have walking friends out and about. Millie can be reactive to Dogs so will need a family who are happy to continue with her training, which she is doing really well at so far. Millie is able to live with children of secondary school
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.
