How does adopting a Jack Russell work?

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.

What should I know before adopting a Jack Russell Terrier?

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.

How can I find Jack Russell dogs available for adoption near me?

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.

Is there a fee to adopt a Jack Russell?

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.

Terrier, Jack Russel Jack Russell Terrier Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue

65 Terrier, Jack Russel Jack Russell Terrier Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue in the UK

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Jack
- 12 Years Old
Jack's ideal home Meet Jack, the terrific 12 year old Jack Russell Terrier who loves a game of “tug of war”. He will bring you his raggy toy ready to play, he will happily a chase ball or a squeaky toy, but only in short bursts. When out for walks he likes to be out in front, sniffing and exploring everything around him, after a good walk he likes nothing more than a

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity • Chestfield, Kent
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Buddy
- 6 Months Old
Buddy's ideal home Buddy is our utterly adorable 4 month old Chihuahua X Jack Russell Terrier. He is a tiny boy but his ears are a different story and he may just take off with them! He is currently out in foster and just being the best (and cutest) houseguest, making friends with the resident Dogs and cuddling up for the evening with his foster carers. For a small boy he is a

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity • West Calder, West Lothian
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Loki
- 10 Years Old
Loki's ideal home Loki can be worried by other Dogs and bark at them so he would like a private secure garden and adopters that can continue his socialisation with calmer Dogs as he has been doing that here. It would be beneficial if Loki could go to an area where it is not highly populated with lots of Dogs. Loki will need an adult only home, with no visiting children as he

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity • Manchester, Greater Manchester
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Lola
- 9 Years Old
Lola's ideal home Lola is a 9 year old terrier cross looking for a quiet home where she can be the only pet. She adores human company and according to her foster parents is a dream house guest. She is fully house trained, travels well in the car, and can be left home alone for a few hours. Even though she is a senior lady she is still very active and enjoys going out for her

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity • Sadberge, Co Durham
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Poppy
- 3 Years Old
Poppy's ideal home Poppy is our super sweet 3 year old Jack Russell Terrier. She adores playing with squeaky toys and will zoom to catch them once thrown! She is a big foodie who loves when its meal time and all the treats in between, the stinkier the treat - the better! She can be a little shy at first but giving her space to come out of her shell she will soon show you her

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity • West Calder, West Lothian
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Louise
- 8 Months Old
Louise'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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex
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Lilah
- 9 Months Old
Lilah'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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex
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Jack
- 7 Years Old
Jack's ideal home Jack would love to find a loving home with a quiet home environment. He could share his home with sensible teenage children. He is looking to be the only dog in the home. Out and about he would be happy to go for walks with calm Dogs. He has no history around cats, small furries or livestock. He loves constant company so any time left will need to be built up

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity • Ilfracombe, North Devon
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Molly
- 7 Years Old
Molly'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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity • Ilfracombe, North Devon
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Percy
- 4 Years Old
Percy's ideal home Percy is a handsome four-year-old Jack Russell Terrier looking for a loving home. He could share his home with children as young as eleven. He’s looking to be the only dog in the home and will need a home without cats or small furries. He has no history around livestock. Percy is used to having constant company and dislikes being left alone so will

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity • Ilfracombe, North Devon
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Yoda
- 1 Year Old
Yoda'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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity • Chestfield, Kent
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Ollie
- 9 Years Old
Ollie's ideal home Ollie is hoping to find a calm, adult-only home in a peaceful area where he can enjoy gentle walks away from busy roads. He thrives in quieter environments, and calm routines will help him feel safe. A private, secure garden would give Ollie his own special space to relax, explore, and potter about freely and safely. He can be a little unsure when meeting

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity • Newbury, Berks
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Maddie
- 15 Years Old
Maddie'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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity • Leeds, Yorkshire
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Polly
- 11 Years Old
Polly's ideal home Polly is sweet 12 year old Jack Russell with bags of love to offer, she has been with us for a little while in one of our wonderful foster homes whilst she worked on getting her skin to a better condition. Polly absolutely adores us humans, and would love a companion at home with her to keep her company. Polly is currently in a foster home with an older,

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity • Mid Glamorgan, Wales
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Bluey
- 9 Years Old
Bluey'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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity • Mid Glamorgan, Wales
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Buddy
- 4 Years Old
Buddy'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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity • Glasgow, Scotland
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Mouse
- 8 Months Old
Mouse's ideal home Beautiful little Mouse is 5 month old Terrier Cross who is ready to find her forever home. She found herself in our care after being found as stray so we sadly don't know too much about her previous history. Mouse has spent a short time in a home environment where she had been making progress with her housetraining. Mouse hasn't been used to being left for

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks
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Bonnie
- 6 Years Old
Bonnie'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 • Kenilworth, Warks
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Stanley
- 4 Years Old
Stanley's ideal home Stanley is a lovely little Jack Russell who enjoys a gentle fuss, calm walk, comfy bed and human with treats! He absolutely loves his food and has a few basic tricks up his sleeve ready to show his forever family. Stanley walks lovely on the lead and is a very sweet natured little man. Could you be Stanley's perfect match? Stanley could live with other

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity • Wymeswold, Leicestershire
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Roscoe
- 1 Year Old
Roscoe'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 • Kenilworth, Warks

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

About the Jack Russell Terrier Breed

Jack Russell Terriers are a lively and intelligent small breed, originally developed for fox hunting and well known for their energy, confidence and strong prey drive. Despite their compact size, Jack Russells are highly active dogs that thrive in homes where they receive plenty of exercise, mental stimulation and consistent training.

Jack Russell puppies for sale are often sought after by owners looking for a small but energetic dog, suitable for active households or those familiar with terrier breeds. They are typically bold, alert and full of personality, making them both entertaining companions and capable working dogs.

Jack Russells can vary slightly in coat type, including smooth, rough and broken coats, but all require regular care and enrichment to prevent boredom-related behaviours. Due to their intelligence and independence, early training and socialisation are important to help them develop into well-balanced adult dogs.

When browsing Jack Russell puppies, it’s important to choose a responsible breeder who can provide clear information about the puppy’s background, health and upbringing. Well-bred puppies should be confident, well-socialised and raised in a suitable home environment.

If you are new to the breed, you can read our Jack Russell Buyers Guide, learn what to prepare in our puppy starter pack guide, or explore our Jack Russell Terrier breed guide for more detailed information.

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