Adopt A Rat Terrier

We don't see any Rat Terrier available for adoption in your exact location or cities near you. Search for more dogs, or check out some adorable similar breeds below!

Search for Rat Terrier puppies and dogs

Columbus, OH

5 available dogs near you

Sort by:
Photo of Alvin

Alvin

Wirehaired Fox Terrier Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 3 yrs

Dublin, OH

Color
Black - with Brown, Red, Golden, Orange or Chestnut
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Not good with cats
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Meet Alvin Alvin is a sweet and tenderhearted little dog who is about 3 years old and weighs 22 pounds. He does have a short warm-up period when meeting new people. Once he knows you will be kind, he loves to get attention and affection! He gets along well with the other dogs in his playgroup. He is a wonderful dog who just wants a family to call his own! Alvin is located at our rescue in Hondo, Texas and is available for transport to Columbus, OH on April 26th. He is neutered, up to date on all shots, microchipped and his adoption fee is $450. The fee includes the transport cost. If you would like to add this tender cutie to your family, please review our process and complete an application here - https://www.tracyspawsrescue.org/adopt Learn more about our rescue here: https://www.facebook.com/TracysPawsRescue Services our dogs receive prior to adoption: Chagas Testing Heartworm and Tick Testing (age appropriate) All age-appropriate vaccines Heartworm and flea/tick preventatives Spay/neuter surgery Microchip *The breed(s) listed are guessed and based on the dog's physical appearance*
Photo of Navi

Navi

Jack Russell Terrier American Cocker Spaniel

Male, 7 mos

Delaware, OH

Color
Black
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids
Not good with dogs
Not good with cats
Spayed or Neutered
Story
Photo of Junior

Junior

Jack Russell Terrier Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 9 mos

Plain City, OH

Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids
Not good with dogs
Not good with cats
Spayed or Neutered
Shots are up-to-date
Story
Junior is a very cute lil 9 month old tan and white male terrier mix who weighs about 14 lbs. Junior can be a tad shy at first but warms up quickly. He likes sitting by your side or on your lap. He happily accepts pets and cuddles and treats. What a very sweet guy!Junior is very good with other dogs. If you have a confident dog your home, Junior would like to pal around with your dog.Apply now at www.caninecollective.org.
Photo of Russ 'Hub Cap'

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
Not good with kids
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
Photo of Sampson *FTA*

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
1 - 5 of 5 pets available

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.

Rat Terrier hero photo

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.