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Piper

Jack Russell Terrier

Male, 1 yr 1 mo

New Albany, OH

Color
White - with Brown or Chocolate
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs
Good with cats
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Piper is sweet boy, about 1 yr old and 35 lb. He's an adorable, affectionate, and energetic little guy. This confident pup wants to explore the world and try all the treats. He's a great snuggler and loves to snuggle up for movie nights! He's good with other dogs and cats. His adoption fee is $350. Apply now at www.rescuedohio.org. ##2308023##
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Tito

Jack Russell Terrier Chihuahua

Male, 6 yrs 1 mo

Lewis Center, OH

Color
Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Story
Tito is a great little guy that is great with all humans, other dogs and cats. He came from a troubled past and now he needs a little extra love and attention. His favorite place is with his humans and needs a family that can help him build his confidence. He would do best with a family that is home with him and would let him snuggle on the couch and in bed. He is not crate trained and is terrified in a crate. Tito needs a family! Apply to foster or adopt at ricopetrecovery.org. Adoption fee is $200
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Oscar

Jack Russell Terrier

Male, puppy

Sunbury, OH

Color
White - with Black
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Please contact Jetta (Jetta.elliott@att.net) for more information about this pet.14 lb 6 month old jack riddle mix male puppyThis sweet 13 lb boy is ready for his forever home. Oscar is approximately 6 months old and fully vetted. He does well with other dogs, cats, kids, humans, etc. He is currently located in Harrison, Arkansas, but can be transported to you via the rescue network transporters. If interested in adding this stunning boy to your family, click the link below to fill out the application. https://fs3.formsite.com/Northwestarkrescue/form9/index Northwestarkrescue@gmail.com https://nwarkrescueofcanines.rescuegroups.org/? https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18Zs9idsmx/? Application: https://fs3.formsite.com/Northwestarkrescue/form9/index?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1jKNmsYxSVNleUjvpYMd3mx-pW8vKkrWUJoJorxdUJ8RlNytwZTmGB14s_aem_26D4zUuGv_wbIOllVSiKjwFebruary 12, 2025, 12:42 pm
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Sampson *FTA*

Jack Russell Terrier

Male, adult

Ashville, OH

Color
White - with Brown or Chocolate
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids
Good with dogs
Not good with cats
Spayed or Neutered
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Online Adoption Application › Meet Sampson, (meaning: sun) Sampson will bring a little sunshine to your day ever day once he decides you're HIS. He can be frightened of new environments at first, so he needs a patient person who will let him unwind. In a quiet, welcoming home, he will be able to relax and shine his true personality. He's actually quite a little character. His favorite game is hide and go seek.... your belonings. He loves hiding his person's shoes, jackets, and clothes while they are in the shower. And then will come and love on you!! Once Sampson is comfortable, he loves to snuggle and would be the perfect companion and lap dog. He also can be protective over the people whom he trusts, he knows a good thing when he sees it. Sampson gets along with other animals but can get a littke spicy with new visitors. Turn in an application today and be his special person. (FTA: Sampson is a part of our Foster-to-Adopt program. If you are interested in bringing Sampson home to test how he would acclimate to your environment, apply today!)Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 2, 2024, 3:49 pm
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Russ 'Hub Cap'

Jack Russell Terrier Chihuahua

Male, young

Ashville, OH

Color
White - with Brown or Chocolate
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Online Adoption Application › Introducing Russ ~ Hub Cap! Little Russ has a sensitive side. He is very loveable if you give him a little time. Life probably was not all that good to him, so he is a little cautious. His handler in the prison program said that he has come a long way. He is a quiet guy who does not bark and prefers soothing sounds and soft touches. He is not rowdy, so I bet he likes his friends the same. He is leash trained and crate-trained. Russ has been working on some commands in the prison program and is current on his vetting. He has not been kid tested. He would love to continue his growth in his forever home. Russ will be quietly waiting. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.March 24, 2025, 7:18 pm
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Adopting a Rat Terrier

Frequently asked questions about acquiring an Rat Terrier - the pros and cons of adopting versus going through a breeder, and associated costs.

You can adopt a Rat Terrier at a much lower cost than buying one from a breeder. The cost of adopting a Rat Terrier is around $300 in order to cover the expenses of caring for the dog before adoption. In contrast, buying Rat Terriers from breeders can be anywhere from $500 to $2,000.

The easiest way to adopt a Rat Terrier would be through a rescue that specializes in Rat Terriers. A great place to start is by starting a breed search on Adopt a Pet. The search will show you all the available Rat Terriers in your area.

Rat Terrier fun facts

Fun Facts:

Rat Terriers were the most popular farm dogs in America in the 1920s and 30s, as they were bred to clear farms of vermin, but they lost their popularity in the 1950s when farmers began using poison to kill rats.

Teddy Roosevelt was said to be so fond of his Rat Terriers that eventually, when the breed split off into a smaller type, the smaller type was named after him: Teddy Roosevelt Terriers.

Legend has it that Rat Terriers are so good at their job that a single Rat Terrier once cleared an infested barn of 2,500 rats in a mere 7-hour period.

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Rat Terrier Breed Guide

Before you adopt, learn everything about Rat Terrier types to temperament and health issues to popular Rat Terrier mixes in our Breed 101 Guides.