3Timmy's ideal home Timmy is a very loving boy but does take his time to warm up to people initially. Once he is comfortable with you, he loves nothing more than cuddles and being as close to you as possible. He really enjoys going for walks, gets excited to go out and has good lead manners. A quieter home with fewer visitors where he can get all the attention and spend lots of
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Bean's ideal home Bean is a very cute 3 year old Jack Russell terrier who is on the search for his furever home. He loves to be out and about anywhere where he can have a good sniff! New environments can make Bean feel nervous at times but if he is with one of his favourite people then it does not take long before he goes off exploring. Like new spaces, Bean may also be
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Milo's ideal home Milo is a bundle of fun he is looking for an active home with owners who are looking for a dog to join them on day trips out. He loves other dogs and enjoys their company. He can play a little over the top so will need a dog to match this playstyle . He will need remainding on house training - and will need help to be left alone , and if he is left to give
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Rescue Centre / Charity
3Chutney's ideal home Chutney is a very sweet 1 year old Jack Russell terrier cross who is on the hunt for his furever home. He loves a fuss and a cuddle and will even jump on your lap for more! He has been very friendly with everyone he has met and is able to live with primary school aged children. Chutney's dream home would be where he is the only pet and in a quieter area
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4Hugo's ideal home Adorable little Hugo is a 4 year old Poodle cross who is ready to find an understanding and loving forever home. Hugo isn't quite as confident as he seems and gets a lot of confidence from his trusted friends with whom he forms strong bonds with. He'd love a family with children of 16+ who can understand his worries and learn to read his body language. Hugo
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Rescue Centre / Charity
2Roscoe'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.
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Rescue Centre / Charity
2Barry's ideal home Beautiful Barry is on the search for his forever home with patient adopters who are willing to take the time to get to know him. He can be worried initially by new people and handling so will need a family who give him time to settle in and open up at his own pace. He would be best suited to a quieter household as he can find loud noises unsettling. Due to
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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
4Teddy's ideal home Teddy is a three-year-old Terrier cross Welsh Collie looking for a loving home. He has history of living with children and can share his home with children as young as eight years. Teddy likes to socialise with other dogs, in the home he is looking to be the only dog as he does not like to share his fuss, treats, and toys. He has no history of living with
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
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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
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Rescue Centre / Charity
4Mario's ideal home Mario is a little dog with a big personality! He’s been at Dogs Trust for a while now and is on the search for a special home. Mario is anxious of new people and situations so requires multiple meets at the centre to ensure a good relationship is built prior to adoption. Mario loves to sit with known people and enjoys scratches. He is looking for an
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
1Eddie's ideal home Eddie is looking for a calm and understanding home with patient owners who can give him the time and reassurance he needs to settle in. As he can be a little sensitive and shy at first, his new family should be happy to go at his pace until he gains confidence. Eddie will need to be the only dog in the home, as he prefers the company of people to other dogs.
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Rescue Centre / Charity
5Archie's ideal home Archie is looking for a calm and quiet home with minimal visitors, with adopters who will take him on walks in quiet walking areas, who will play with him and give him all the love and care he deserves. He can be very worried by new people and likes his space so is looking for an adult only home with adopters who will give him space to rest and relax when
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Tom's ideal home Tom and brother Jerry will need to be the only pets at home but they can have some walking pals. They are house trained but not used to being left by themselves for more than two or three hours. A secure garden is a must as they have escaped from one previously. Tom and Jerry have never been around children before but we feel they would be fine with high
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3Luna's ideal home Luna is a lovely 7 year old x breed looking for an active home. She is a really good companion but despite her age has lots of energy and loves to be out and about. She can live with older children 12 upwards that will give her her space. She can walk out and about with other dogs but prefers to not share her home with one or cats. Luna is housetrained and
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Tofu's ideal home Tofu is a gentle, affectionate 9-year-old boy who’s looking for a second chance at life with a family who can help him feel safe and secure. He can live with calm, respectful primary school-aged children and would be happiest in a moderate to quiet home where he can settle in at his own pace. Tofu will need to be the only pet in the home, but he really
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Chino's ideal home Chino is a fun-loving Jack Russell cross Shih Tzu with a big personality and an even bigger love of laps. He loves his bed and his food, but he’s not too keen on sharing them—so he’ll need to be in an adult-only, single-pet home where his space is respected and routines are consistent & our training team are on hand to support with this. Chino enjoys
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Katie's ideal home Katie is a lovely thirteen-year-old Terrier cross looking for a home. She could share her home with teenage children. She is looking to be the only dog in the home and a home without cats or small furries. She has no history of being around livestock. She is instantly friendly with new people and would be fine with visitors to the home. She could cope with a
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.
