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Rat Terrier puppies and dogs in Rockford, Illinois

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Tinkerbelle

Rat Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 7 yrs 1 mo
Rockford, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Tinkerbelle is available Saturday 3/8/25She is a sweet, 7 yr old female that will need a fenced in yard. She would be great as an only pet and we are accepting applications now at pawshs.org/adoption.Please submit an application at pawshs.org and NOT a Petfinder inquiry as they may not be answered due to the volume of these inquiries received. Our adoption fees include the cost of spaying/neutering, vaccinations (including rabies for cats / dogs over 4 months of age), flea prevention, worming, FeLV/FIV testing, heartworm test for dogs over 1 yrs old, and microchipping. The location of our Adoption Center PAWS at 7282 N. Cherryvale Mall Drive . Check out all of our adoptable dogs, cats and kittens on our website at www.pawshs.org. You can also contact us on our hotline: 815/299-PAWS.

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Ember

Rat Terrier

Female, 4 mos
Elburn, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
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Meet Ember – A Spirited Little Pup with a Big Personality! Ember is a 9-week-old Rat Terrier mix who is as sweet as she is sassy, with a touch of class to top it off. She has a gorgeous red-and-white coat, the cutest ears, and speckles that will mesmerize you. About Ember: Playful and Energetic: Ember is full of life! She loves running around, tracking down scents, and playing with her doggy pals. Despite her small size, she keeps up with the big dogs, holding her own with her 15-lb Rat Terrier foster sibling and a 35-lb mix. Cuddle Bug: After burning off her energy, Ember is happy to curl up for a cozy nap with her littermates. Adventurous Spirit: She’s just getting used to walking on a leash and exploring the great outdoors, particularly piles of leaves. Ember’s Skills and Training: She’s learning her name and associating treats with good behaviors. She’s on her way to being potty trained, consistently using pee pads when indoors. She enjoys chew toys and knows how to share. What Ember Loves: Being handled by her foster family, including their 9-year-old. She’s comfortable getting her nails clipped and even enjoys bath time. Munching on carrots and chasing down apple slices. Short bursts of outdoor exploration as she gets used to the weather. Ideal Home: Ember would thrive in an active home that can match her energy and provide plenty of opportunities for play, learning, and cuddles. She’s high-energy but knows how to relax and loves being part of the group. Ready to Meet Ember? Email us at adopt@safehavendogsil.org for an application or more information. Ember is eager to meet her forever family and start her next adventure! Our standard adoption fee is $375 cash or check and $385 credit card ($10 processing fee). . It includes spay/neuter when age appropriate at our participating vets, age appropriate core vaccinations, fecal testing, deworming, flea and tick preventative,1st vet visit at one of our participating vets, and micro-chipping. We must have an application, conduct a phone interview, and meet your entire family to approve an adoption. Applications will not be reviewed unless fully completed. An application does not commit you to adopting and does not guarantee adoption but does allow us to begin the review process. Please email adopt@safehavendogsIL.org for an application or additional details. Please note that the breeds and sizes posted in this biography are educated best guesses and are not guaranteed. Safe Haven Dog Rescue reserves the right to refuse adoption of any dog or puppy to any applicant (adopter) for any reason.
We'll also keep you updated on Clifford's adoption status with email updates.
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Clifford

Rat Terrier Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 1 mo
St. Charles, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Who is looking for a little puppy with a big dog name?! Clifford the Terrier mix is here and just about ready to go to his forever home! Clifford is 66 weeks old and weighs abut 3 pounds. This little fella is the smallest and cuddliest, he loves to be held. He does the cutest little hops when he's navigating around, and he patiently waits on his litter mates when they're being wild. He does well with other dogs, children, and new adult friends. We think he'd adjust just fine to cats, too! He will need a forever home with a family who is ready for a tiny puppy, and all the puppy training that comes with a young guy like Clifford. His foster family has started working with him, but he will need more help to be the best adult dog he can be! If Clifford's sweet face as you smitten, let us know by submitting an application! Clifford's adoption fee is $650
We'll also keep you updated on Shiloh's adoption status with email updates.
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Shiloh

Rat Terrier Mixed Breed (Small)

Female, 1 mo
St. Charles, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Tiny Shiloh is a Terrier mix baby girl who weighs about 3 pounds. She's 6 weeks old which means she will soon be ready to go to her forever home! Shiloh is good with other dogs and we think she will do well with cats and children since she loves every human she has met! She's so young that her forever family will need to be prepared for all her puppy needs! She sleeps well in her pen with her siblings, and she's starting to learn to do her business outside. She will need to continue working on these things as she grows! Don't be fooled by her size, Shiloh is a little spitfire. She loves attention, loves to play with toys, and loves to be around her humans. Her typical day involves eating, playing, sleeping, pooping, andddd repeat! She is hoping her future family is ready for a tiny puppy and the puppy antics that come with it! She'll be a wonderful source of companionship and entertainment for her lucky adopter, so let us know if you thin she's YOUR puppy! Shiloh's adoption fee is $650
We'll also keep you updated on Marley's adoption status with email updates.
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Marley

Rat Terrier Mixed Breed (Small)

Female, 1 mo
St. Charles, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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World, meet Terrier mix Marley! Marley is a 6 week old, 3 pound, puppy with a fun personality! She loves to run play, and has a great time with her litter mates! She is good with children and we think she'd do well with cats. She has loved every new human she's met! Marley sleeps in her puppy pen with her siblings, and she's starting to figure out going potty outside. She's just a baby, though, so her forever family will need to be prepared to continue puppy training! Marley is the type of gal who never wants to be left out of the fun, so if you're looking for a puppy who is up for all adventures, and you're ready for a tiny puppy, Marley would love to meet you! Marley's adoption fee is $650
We'll also keep you updated on Spike's adoption status with email updates.
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Spike

Rat Terrier Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 1 mo
St. Charles, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Hi everyone! My name is Spike! I'm a teensy tiny Terrier mix boy - I weigh about 3 pounds, can you believe it? I am 6 weeks old, which means I'm almost ready to find my forever home! I am looking for a family who is ready for a little baby puppy and all that entails. I'm good with other dogs and I enjoy spending time with my siblings, including sleeping in our puppy pen together. I've started working on potty training, but I have more work to do! I'm a big fan of eating, playing, and snoozing my days away, on repeat! I like to snuggle with my foster family, roughhouse with my brother, and learn about this big world around me. I am looking forward to meeting my future family! What do you say, think we'd be a good match? Apply today! Spike's adoption fee is $650
We'll also keep you updated on Slinky's adoption status with email updates.
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Slinky

Rat Terrier Mixed Breed (Small)

Female, 1 mo
St. Charles, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Slinky the 8 week old Terrier mix lady is ready to meet her forever family! She weighs about 3 pounds, so her adopter should be ready for everything a tiny puppy entails :) Slinky is good with other dogs, likely good with cats, good with kids, and has never met a human she didn't like! She is sassy and brave and has never shed away from sharing her opinions, especially when she wants attention or food. She loves to be a part of the action! Slinky is learning all about the world in her foster home, where she has started working on potty training. She's just a baby so her future family will need to continue working with her on her puppy training. If you'd like to meet this delightful baby girl, let us know so we can introduce you! Apply today! Slinky's adoption fee is $650

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PAWS Humane Society

PO BOX 7722, Rockford, IL 61126

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Safe Haven Dog Rescue

PO Box 604, Elburn, IL 60119

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Tiny N Tall Rescue, Inc.

St. Charles, IL 60175

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K9 Lifeline Rescue, Inc.

P.O Box 772, Genoa City, WI 53128

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The Charlie Project Dog Rescue

Twin Lakes, WI 53181

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Barrington Area Animal Rescue & Kennels NFP (BAARK Dog Rescue)

Barrington Hills, IL 60010

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4 Paws 4 U 4 Ever

West Chicago, IL 60185

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