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Trixie

Rat Terrier Chihuahua

Female, Young
Sparta, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Little Trixie is a shy yet friendly little girl who gets along with other dogs. We do not know what she thinks of cats. Trixie is about 4 years old and 19 pounds. Please help Trixie find the loving home she deserves. We do NOT ship our animals. All adoptive families must travel to us to meet their adoptive dog/cat. Applicants must live within a 2 hour radius from Sparta/Andover (07871/07821). Please understand that we are an animal shelter and thus unable to say whether the dogs are housebroken as they are not in homes. If you are interested in adopting, we encourage you to please submit an application on our website today so that we can try and process and pre-approve any potential adopters prior to our next adoption event. PLEASE USE THIS LINK TO SUBMIT AN ADOPTION APPLICATION. WE ONLY ACCEPT ADOPTION APPLICATIONS THROUGH OUR WEBSITE. ANY OTHERS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. Application link here: http://www.oscaranimalrescue.org/oscar-1-application.html Adoption Process: 1.Fill out an application 2.Meet & Greet 3.Adoption contract & adoption fee Trixie's adoption fee is $425. This also covers all age-appropriate shots, spay/neuter, vetting & microchipping. **If you are coming to an adoption event to see a certain dog/cat, please email ahead of time to make sure that dog/cat will be there that day. Please email 1-2 days before the event, as some animals are placed during the week and our list is constantly changing. For a list of upcoming pet adoption events go to: www.OscarAnimalRescue.org One Step Closer Animal Rescue is a 501c3 non-profit organization. Donations are TAX DEDUCTIBLE to the extent allowed by law. If you would like to make a donation to help us rescue more animals please send donations to PO Box 248, Sparta, NJ 07871. Please make your check payable to O.S.C.A.R.. Thank you for helping us save as many lives as we can. Don't forget to "Like Us" on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/One-Step-Closer-Animal-Rescue-OSCAR/462492563811538 Follow us on: https://www.instagram.com/oscaranimalrescue/ https://www.tiktok.com/@o.s.c.a.r.dog Upcoming Adoption Events: Sat. Mar 8 "Pet Adoption Event at the Shelter" (Noon-2:00pm) O.S.C.A.R 155 Stanhope Sparta Rd Andover, NJ 07821 Sat. Mar 22 "Pet Adoption Event at the Shelter" (Noon-2:00pm) O.S.C.A.R 155 Stanhope Sparta Rd Andover, NJ 07821
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Kevin

Rat Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, Adult
Hopatcong, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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**REACTIVE DOG SEEKING VERY EXPERIENCED OWNER** Hi, I am Kevin, a 3-year-old rat terrier mix. I need a VERY patient, experienced owner, and someone who truly understands *reactive* dogs. I get scared easily, don’t like quick movements, and take *months* to warm up. Until then, I need structure, training, and patience. I am a *nip/bite risk* if I feel threatened, so absolutely NO kids or inexperienced owners. I must be the *only pet* in the house. I have a moderate prey drive so cats are iffy so it’s best to be solo. I’m very smart, crate-trained, and know commands, but I need someone who respects my space. I can’t be left alone outside because I’ll escape. If you adopt me and change your mind, I *MUST* go back to my foster Mom, NEVER a shelter. She will make sure I go to the right home. If you can commit to training, patience, and love, I promise I’m worth it. Contact my foster mom for more.
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SMOKEY THE GREAT BOY

Rat Terrier

Male, Young
Sussex, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi my name is Smokey.  I am a super sweet and very active 1 year old Rat Terrier mix who weighs 11 lbs.  I am so greatful to Critter Cavalry and happy to be in the care of my foster mom Dawn.  I have gone through a lot in my short life.  My original family adopted me as a puppy.  They did not have a fenced in yard and just let me run around wherever I wanted.  Well one day I did not get out of the way quick enough and got hit by a car.  The people just drove off.  Fortuately my family came to get me immediately.  I was so distraught as both of my back legs were broken.  My family spent a lot of money trying to get me well but could not afford physical therapy on top of everything else.  Soon my legs began to hurt and I had trouble walking.  A neighbor knew of Critter Cavalry and  that is how I got here.  I have had additional surgery and excelled in my physical therapy.  I am now ready to find my forever home.  I have a blast with the other 2 small dogs in my foster home.  They played a very important part in my recovery.  I want to keep my muscles strong and my hips working properly so I need a home with another small dog my age and size to be my exercise buddy.  No big dogs for me please.  I am scared of them and bark at them.  I am a great little guy who is housebroken to a doggie door and crate trained.  I love to go for walks and love to run around in our fenced in yard and play games in the house.  If you are an active family and already have one little active girl or guy then you are the family for me.  I have been neutered and am current on all my shots and microchipped.  To be considered for my forever family and to request an application please contact Vivienne at viviennejames@comcast.net.  APPROVED APPLICATION AND ADOPTION FEE REQUIRED.  (I am currently in Tennessee and can be transported to my forever home upon adoption.)February 17, 2025, 2:23 pm
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Penny TRIPOD

Rat Terrier

Female, Adult
Chester, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Meet Penny! Penny is about 5 years old and 10 pounds. She is housetrained, crate trained and gets along with other dogs but no cats please for this cutie. This little girl loves to run, play and is great on a leash and in the car. An adopter with Rat Terrier experience will be best! Penny was picked up as a stray in South Jersey. Sadly, her family never came looking for her. When Penny was found, her right rear leg had already been removed. She hasn't shared with us what happened and that's OK because that part of her life is behind her, and it certainly doesn't hinder her in any way.  Look at her run and play here: https://www.facebook.com/711622587/videos/pcb.10164002676812588/4236660883244925 This little girl is ready to start a new chapter, one with a family that will love her FURever! Children in her new home should be 10 years old or older please. Penny is spayed, vaccinated and microchipped. If interested, please fill out an application at njshpetrescue.org  Please NOTE- You MUST live within 90 minutes of Chester, NJ to apply.  Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.February 10, 2025, 6:50 pm
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Luca

Rat Terrier Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 11 mos
Wanaque, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
ok, this lil dude is the happiest, sweetest lil dog ever, cant say enough things about this lil boy, he is always happy, loves loves other dogs, loves interacting, also loves just being held and snuggled, we cant believe no one has snatched up this lil ham, perfect small size. if interested in Luca, click link for application. https://form.jotform.com/220057146504144?fbclid=IwY2xjawIa4lVleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHatSATciqO-XDzhO4niRYaerPSTBRV8y2ggjTK04UJcQ60myuU2HMzsn2w_aem_Z3jTybOBA9jOgKRrCe6VTA
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Luigi

Rat Terrier

Male, Young
newfoundland, PA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
This sweetheart is 1 year old and about 18 to 20 lbs of affection and sweetness. He is a touch timid to start, but warms up very quickly, and not a mean bone in him. This boy is great with other dogs (we can cat test) and anyone they meet. Fine with kids, but calmer, older kids might be best. Another dog in the home would be great, along with a fenced yard. He is super smart and so eager to please, so training would be so great for him to be the best version of himself. Everything you love about this breed type, and more. SO cute in person. Truly a wonderful little guy, who will steal your heart for sure - wonderful young, smaller dog!    LOVABLE MUTTS ADOPTION CENTER (Pregnant Dog Rescue) is a private, in home, all breed rescue facility. We exist only on the kindness of your donations and adoptions! We pride ourselves on being an HOLISTIC center and feed only holistic foods and various vitamins and supplements to all of our dogs. LOVABLE MUTTS ADOPTION CENTER dogs are well socialized, very friendly, and in wonderful health.  We stand by our pups/dogs, and give 10 days for a refund and almost always take our dogs back at any age of their lives (often depends on dog)! LMAC has an application screening process.  All applicants are asked to provide vet references, personal references, and a home visit.  We pride ourselves in matching up the right dog with the right home. Sometimes this happens quickly and sometimes it might take awhile. We hope you understand and are willing to wait for the perfect pup for your situation. We reserve the right to turn applicants down and to change our mind about a suitable match, for we are only concerned about what is best for our dogs.  Also note that we arrange our visiting hours around your schedule, as this is a private, in home facility.  We respond to all inquiries promptly, so if you have any trouble sending us an email, or have not heard back from us within 24 hours, please, CONTACT US AGAIN and check your spam!  (We all know how emails can be at times!) Our dogs are spayed or neutered (if old enough), up to date on vaccines, wormed, heartworm tested, and free of fleas and ticks.  We temperament test our  dogs and they are all suitable for many family situations. Our dogs are well mannered, know some basic commands, and are usually housebroken within a week of being with us (if old enough).  They are in our family/home situation at this time (not in kennels or crates, although most are crate trained) and are worked with daily.  All of our dogs do well with other dogs and many do well with cats. Adoption donations vary with age, breed, vetting, and training of the dog, and range from $250 to $695 (most being $595).  (We do not tend to place puppies or small dogs with kids under 6 and reserve the right to match who WE feel would be the best homes for our dogs.)   March 10, 2025, 5:12 pm

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Rat Terrier shelters & rescues in Newton, New Jersey

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7.3 miles

One Step Closer Animal Rescue (O.S.C.A.R.)

PO Box 248, Sparta, NJ 07871

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

17 miles

Critter Cavalry Rescue - NJ

Sussex, NJ 07461

Pet Types: dogs

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17.6 miles

NJSH Pet Rescue

Chester, NJ 07930

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

25 miles

All Humane Animal Rescue, Inc.

781 Ringwood Ave, Wanaque, NJ 07465

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Rescue

36.9 miles

Pregnant Dog Rescue

newfoundland, PA 18445

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

37.6 miles

Critter Cavalry Rescue - NY

Spring Valley, NY 10977

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

40.4 miles

Unconditional Love Pet Rescue, NY transport

New City transport, NY 10956

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

40.4 miles

Unconditional Love Pet Rescue, NJ transport

Bedminster transport, NJ 10956

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

41.5 miles

ADOGS(Adopt Dogs) - NJ Transport

Palisades Park, NJ 07650

Pet Types: dogs

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41.8 miles

Best Friend Dog Rescue.inc

Bayonne, NJ 07002

Pet Types: dogs

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