Short Legged Jack Russell Terrier Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue

16 Short Legged Jack Russell Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue accross the UK

Find 16 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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    Fozzie

    3 weeks ago
    • 4 Year Old Male

    Fozzie's ideal home Fozzie is a lovely 2-year-old boy who is looking for a patient and understanding family who can help him grow in confidence. He can be friendly when meeting people on his own terms, but he can be a little more fearful when approached by unfamiliar people, so he needs someone who will allow him the time and space he needs to feel comfortable. Fozzie is

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex

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    Poppy

    • 3 Year Old Female

    Poppy's ideal home Poppy is a gorgeous 3 yr old Jack Russell. She is super playful and absolutely loves a game of tug and chase. Poppy can be a little worried at first with new people and places, but she soon comes around and is a sweet, fun, friendly girl who makes wonderful company! Because of her anxiety Poppy will need adopters who are willing to come meet her multiple

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire

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    Lucky

    • 15 Year Old Male

    Lucky's ideal home Lucky is a super sweet 15-year-old Chihuahua who is coping well in kennels, but he is at his happiest and most settled when he is with his best friend, Ralph. These two lovely boys are looking for a home together where they can enjoy their golden years side by side. Outside of his kennel, Lucky is calm, happy and content. He enjoys independently exploring

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex

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    Ralph

    • 15 Year Old Male

    Ralph's ideal home Meet Ralph, a lovely 16-year-old Chihuahua who may be an older gentleman, but he has plenty of love to give! Ralph is coping well in kennels and spends much of his time cuddled up with his best friend, Lucky, who he is looking to find a home with. Outside of his kennel, Ralph enjoys happily and curiously exploring new places, although he prefers to keep

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex

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    Badger

    • 10 Year Old Male

    Badger's ideal home Badger is a three-year-old Patterdale who could live with another dog or be the only pet in the home. He can live with primary school-aged children and, following his assessment, should be able to cope with being left for short periods. He is also okay travelling in the car. We have no previous history to indicate how Jenny would be around cats. Could you

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Telford, Shropshire

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    Rockie

    • 6 Year Old Male

    Rockie's ideal home Rockie is a lovely 5-year-old Staffordshire Bull Terrier x Jack Russell who is currently enjoying life in foster care. He is a gentle, affectionate boy who can be a little worried when faced with change and may struggle to settle at first. His new family will need to give him plenty of time, patience and reassurance while he adjusts to his new surroundings.

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex

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    Hazel

    • 2 Year Old Female

    Hazel's ideal home Hazel is a super sweet 2-year-old Staffordshire Bull Terrier cross who is full of life and always ready for her next adventure. She doesn’t enjoy kennel life and is at her happiest when she is out and about, exploring the world and spending time with her handlers. Hazel is happy and keen to be clipped on for walks and loves having a good sniff and

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex

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    Juno

    • 3 Year Old Female

    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!

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan

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    Biscoff

    • 8 Month Old Male

    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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Ballymena, Co Antrim

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    Patsy

    • 13 Year Old Female

    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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside

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    Bernard

    • 6 Year Old Male

    Bernard's ideal home Bernard is a very handsome 6yr old Dachshund Jack Russell Terrier Crossbreed. He is super friendly with everyone he meets! Sadly, Bernard is very scared of being on his own and cannot be left at all at the moment. He's living off-site with a foster carer for now who has told us he's wonderful company, house trained and been fine with anyone visiting the

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire

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    Potter

    • 6 Year Old Male

    Potter's ideal home Meet Potter, our pocket sized Terrier! He may be small but he has a big personality. Potter is a friendly lad who is happy to greet new people so is able to live with secondary school aged children but would like to be the only pet in his home. He'll benefit from his walks being in low dog populated areas and wears a muzzle on walks to support him with his

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire

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    Toto

    • 7 Year Old Male

    Toto's ideal home Meet Toto – a lovely 7-year-old Terrier cross Toto is a friendly, affectionate boy who absolutely loves people. He is a real cuddle-bug who loves nothing more than sitting on your lap and soaking up attention. He is housetrained and can be left on his own for short periods. Toto also loves getting out and about and really enjoys adventures in the woods with

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks

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    Maisy Moo

    • 10 Year Old Female

    Maisy Moo's ideal home Maisy Moo is a lovely 10-year-old girl who is looking for a quiet home to enjoy her retirement years. She’s a super sweet girl but is sensitive so can be worried meeting people she doesn’t know initially, once she knows you she absolutely loves a cuddle. Maisy hasn't had the chance to get out and about much in the past, so the world can still feel a

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Mid Glamorgan, Wales

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    Patch

    • 13 Year Old Male

    Patch's ideal home This older gentleman is looking for his retirement home! Patch is looking for a quiet home where he can potter about at his own pace and enjoy his retirement. Patch is a friendly little dog when out and about and enjoys to go out for short walks and car trips so he can have a sniff about in new places. He would be best suited to an adult only home and be the

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Ballymena, Co Antrim

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    Florence

    • 6 Year Old Female

    Florence's ideal home Flo is a sweet and affectionate six-year-old Jack Russell who is looking for a loving family to give her lots of attention. She can be a little unsure in new environments but once she feels safe, her curious and adventurous side soon shines through. With people she knows, Flo is full of excitement, greeting them with lots of wiggles and enthusiasm, and

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex

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    Pip

    4 days ago
    • 6 Month Old Male

    Pip's ideal home Pip is an energetic, loveable boy who is looking for a home where his new family is at home the best part of the day. He could live with another small, calm natured dog but no cats and Pip can find new people a little worrying, so anyone living in the home will need to be 15+. Could you be Pip's perfect match? He loves the great outdoors and would love to go

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire

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    Bill

    5 days ago
    • 4 Year Old Male

    Bill's ideal home Bill is a 4-year-old boy who is looking for a quiet, patient home where he can learn that the world isn't such a scary place. He is a nervous lad when meeting new people and will need a few meetings to feel comfortable and allow his personality to shine through. Bill has had a sheltered start in life, so he will need understanding adopters who are happy to

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex

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    Winnie

    5 days ago
    • 4 Month Old Female

    Winnie's ideal home Winnie is an adorable 4 month old Terrier mix pup who is looking for an active, terrier savvy new home to call her own. Winnie is lovable, cheeky and full of fun, but despite her age, is very switched on and has many of the typical terrier traits and also needs to keep her busy brain engaged. She could live with younger secondary aged children an above, and

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Mid Glamorgan, Wales

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    Louie

    5 days ago
    • 9 Month Old Male

    Louie's ideal home Louie is looking for an adult only home who are happy to work with him on his seperation anxiety and are comfortable with a vocal dog. He is a social boy and so could live with another dog dependant on successful meets at the centre (as long as they are neutered). He would thrive in a home without cats but could live with small furries if they were kept

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester

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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.

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