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Rat Terrier puppies and dogs in Franklin, Tennessee

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These Rat Terriers are available in Franklin, Tennessee.
We'll also keep you updated on SMOKEY THE GREAT BOY's adoption status with email updates.
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SMOKEY THE GREAT BOY

Rat Terrier

Male, Young
Franklin, TN
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
Please contact Vivienne (viviennejames@comcast.net) for more information about this pet.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. February 24, 2025, 8:57 pm

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We'll also keep you updated on Archie (aa)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Archie (aa)

Rat Terrier

Male, Adult
White Bluff, TN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, 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.Archie was found wandering a neighborhood for several weeks before finally taken to Nashville Animal Control.  Because of his distinguished graying, they thought he was a grumpy old man that just wanted to nap all day.  But, what we found is that Archie  is a silly, playful boy who enjoys life!  We believe he is really between 4-6 years old, best guess. We think that he is a Rat Terrier mix, some which have an early greying gene.  He gets along well with the other dogs in his foster home, big and small.  He has had no reaction to the resident cats.  He is a little nervous at first in new places, but warmed up quickly in his foster home and is getting confidence back every day.  He would love nothing more than someone to call his own and a couch to lay on with them.   Adoption application: https://goo.gl/dGoP1LVisit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.February 3, 2025, 2:39 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Grumpy / Toby ~'s adoption status with email updates.
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Grumpy / Toby ~

Rat Terrier Jack Russell Terrier

Male, Adult
Columbia, TN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
Grumpy came to us from a hoarding situation. He was one of 20 dogs. !!!He is loving and will not chew up anything of yours. He will adore you with all his heart. Grumpy is still adjusting to life in the real world and having his own personal space. Give Grumpy a chance to blossom into Happy Go Lucky. You won't regret it!Available dogs are met by pre-approved adopters ONLY after a match is made.The application is the first step. Please complete the adoption (or foster) application here: https://www.russellrescuetn.com/application-for-adoption/We do not have any paid staff members. We are 100% volunteer powered. Thx for your patience.If you’d like to help offset the costs of our precious dogs care: Donations can be made via PayPal russellrescuetn@gmail.com or Venmo @russellrescuetn (Russell Rescue Inc, Columbia, TN; Mary Ruth Rogers, last 4 of phone 5889)Find all of our links here: https://linktr.ee/russellrescuetnNovember 5, 2024, 12:34 am
We'll also keep you updated on Veronica+ *'s adoption status with email updates.
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Veronica+ *

Rat Terrier

Female, Adult
Columbia, TN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Veronica is one of 9 dogs taken in by the local shelter. They called us for help. This beautiful girl needs a foster to work with her one on one so she can know the love of human touch and can become a candidate for adoption. November 5, 2024, 12:34 am
We'll also keep you updated on Ringo Star+ DD's adoption status with email updates.
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Ringo Star+ DD

Rat Terrier Jack Russell Terrier

Male
Columbia, TN
Size
(when grown) -
Details
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Story
Ringo Star came with the other three members of his group from a stay in the puppy prison in Kansas City, Hey, hey, hey.We don't know why he was there but it had been too many hard days night and their time was up. Help was on the way.This group had a ticket to ride with a magical mystery tour of transporters who got them to Russell Rescue.Russell Rescue us glad all over that every little thing has been done medically  Let's come together and not let him Ringo down.     Available dogs are met by appointment only and pre-approved adopters ONLY.Our dogs are currently in a foster homes which can answer your questions better than anyone else. We promise our fosters that we will qualify all potential adopters before we ask them to communicate with potential adopters.The application is the first step. Pleae complete the adoption (or foster) application here: https://www.russellrescuetn.com/application-for-adoption/You will be contacted if further information is needed.  We are 100% volunteer powered. Volunteers process the applications and need time above their personal needs and full-time jobs to process the apps.Please have patience. We do not have any paid staff members. Our adoption fee is $300 which includes spay/neuter, DHPP, Bordetella, Rabies, HW check, and microchip. Russell Rescue dogs are fostered in the Middle Tennessee area. We do not ship/transport our dogs, so the approved adopter must be willing to travel to Tennessee. Russell Rescue will try to first place our rescue dogs locally or in surrounding states.Russell Rescue is not open to the public for visiting hours. We do not have a physical location of our own. You can text our team if you need assistance with your app or have questions about your app status: 502-805-7786.Available dogs are met by appointment only and pre-approved adopters ONLY.Our dogs are currently in a foster homes which can answer your questions better than anyone else. We promise our fosters that we will qualify all potential adopters before we ask them to communicate with potential adopters.The application is the first step. Pleae complete the adoption (or foster) application here: https://www.russellrescuetn.com/application-for-adoption/You will be contacted if further information is needed.  We are 100% volunteer powered. Volunteers process the applications and need time above their personal needs and full-time jobs to process the apps.Please have patience. We do not have any paid staff members. Our adoption fee is $300 which includes spay/neuter, DHPP, Bordetella, Rabies, HW check, and microchip. Russell Rescue dogs are fostered in the Middle Tennessee area. We do not ship/transport our dogs, so the approved adopter must be willing to travel to Tennessee. Russell Rescue will try to first place our rescue dogs locally or in surrounding states.Russell Rescue is not open to the public for visiting hours. We do not have a physical location of our own. You can text our team if you need assistance with your app or have questions about your app status: 502-805-7786.November 5, 2024, 12:34 am
We'll also keep you updated on Taz's adoption status with email updates.
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Taz

Rat Terrier

Male
Columbia, TN
Size
(when grown) -
Details
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Story
Precious little Taz needs a new place to rest his head. His dad got him as a companion and now cannot take care of him. He is a pure bred Rat Terrier only 3 months old this old.This tiny guy can be your next best friendHe needs a foster or adopter u told we can complete his adoption. Please help this guy stay out of boarding!Russellrescuetn@gmail.comAvailable dogs are met by appointment only and pre-approved adopters ONLY.Our dogs are currently in a foster homes which can answer your questions better than anyone else. We promise our fosters that we will qualify all potential adopters before we ask them to communicate with potential adopters.The application is the first step. Pleae complete the adoption (or foster) application here: https://www.russellrescuetn.com/application-for-adoption/You will be contacted if further information is needed.  We are 100% volunteer powered. Volunteers process the applications and need time above their personal needs and full-time jobs to process the apps.Please have patience. We do not have any paid staff members. Our adoption fee is $300 which includes spay/neuter, DHPP, Bordetella, Rabies, HW check, and microchip. Russell Rescue dogs are fostered in the Middle Tennessee area. We do not ship/transport our dogs, so the approved adopter must be willing to travel to Tennessee. Russell Rescue will try to first place our rescue dogs locally or in surrounding states.Russell Rescue is not open to the public for visiting hours. We do not have a physical location of our own. You can text our team if you need assistance with your app or have questions about your app status: 502-805-7786.November 5, 2024, 12:34 am
We'll also keep you updated on John Lennon+~'s adoption status with email updates.
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John Lennon+~

Rat Terrier Jack Russell Terrier

Male
Columbia, TN
Size
(when grown) -
Details
-
Story
Lenny John as I call him is so cute. I have been working on crate training him and so far so good. His favorite thing to do is be near his human. Lenny is a happy little sweetie pie. It looks like he's actually smiling in this picture. This is why I love fostering.Lenny AKA John Lennon Update from his Current Foster: Lenny is a total love bug, wonderful snuggler, very quiet, sweet and demure.  He has a wonderful personality and loves to sleep in my lap while I work from home. He also sleeps right next to me in the bed but if I get up to raid the fridge he is right there with me and I share small bites of dog friendly food with him.  Since he came from a Puppy Mill situation he does not like being in a crate but I am working with him on that. If you are looking for someone to snuggle and watch Hallmark movies with on a cold day then Lenny is your little guy. Also, he is still learning to go outside but he responds to commands to come back in the house when I open the door. Lenny does not mark or have accidents in the house.  He currently, shares a home with 6 foster siblings and they all get along well. Lenny likes to be near his human and follows me everywhere in the house.Specific Adoption Requirements: Due to his past history he must go to a female, adult only, calm home with a secure fenced yard.  No exceptions! Lenny is a total love bug, wonderful snuggler, very quiet, sweet and demure.  He has a wonderful personality and loves to sleep in my lap while I work from home. He also sleeps right next to me in the bed but if I get up to raid the fridge he is right there with me and I share small bites of dog friendly food with him.  Since he came from a Puppy Mill situation he does not like being in a crate but I am working with him on that.  If you are looking for someone to snuggle and watch Hallmark movies with on a cold day then Lenny is your little guy. Also, he is still learning to go outside but he responds to commands to come back in the house when I open the door. Lenny does not mark or have accidents in the house.  He currently, shares a home with 6 foster siblings and they all get along well.  Specific Adoption Requirements: Due to his past history he must go to a female only home with a secure fenced yard. No exceptions.   John Lennon came with the other three members of his group from a stay in the puppy prison in Kansas City, Hey, hey, hey.We don't know why he was there but it had been too many hard days night and their time was up. Help was on the way.This group had a ticket to ride with a magical mystery tour of transporters who got them to Russell Rescue.Russell Rescue us glad all over that every little thing has been done medically  Let's come together and not let him Paul down.  Available dogs are met by appointment only and pre-approved adopters ONLY.Our dogs are currently in a foster homes which can answer your questions better than anyone else. We promise our fosters that we will qualify all potential adopters before we ask them to communicate with potential adopters.The application is the first step. Pleae complete the adoption (or foster) application here: https://www.russellrescuetn.com/application-for-adoption/You will be contacted if further information is needed.  We are 100% volunteer powered. Volunteers process the applications and need time above their personal needs and full-time jobs to process the apps.Please have patience. We do not have any paid staff members. Our adoption fee is $300 which includes spay/neuter, DHPP, Bordetella, Rabies, HW check, and microchip. Russell Rescue dogs are fostered in the Middle Tennessee area. We do not ship/transport our dogs, so the approved adopter must be willing to travel to Tennessee. Russell Rescue will try to first place our rescue dogs locally or in surrounding states.Russell Rescue is not open to the public for visiting hours. We do not have a physical location of our own. You can text our team if you need assistance with your app or have questions about your app status: 502-805-7786.Available dogs are met by appointment only and pre-approved adopters ONLY.Our dogs are currently in a foster homes which can answer your questions better than anyone else. We promise our fosters that we will qualify all potential adopters before we ask them to communicate with potential adopters.The application is the first step. Pleae complete the adoption (or foster) application here: https://www.russellrescuetn.com/application-for-adoption/You will be contacted if further information is needed.  We are 100% volunteer powered. Volunteers process the applications and need time above their personal needs and full-time jobs to process the apps.Please have patience. We do not have any paid staff members. Our adoption fee is $300 which includes spay/neuter, DHPP, Bordetella, Rabies, HW check, and microchip. Russell Rescue dogs are fostered in the Middle Tennessee area. We do not ship/transport our dogs, so the approved adopter must be willing to travel to Tennessee. Russell Rescue will try to first place our rescue dogs locally or in surrounding states.Russell Rescue is not open to the public for visiting hours. We do not have a physical location of our own. You can text our team if you need assistance with your app or have questions about your app status: 502-805-7786.January 6, 2025, 12:44 am

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Below are our newest added Rat Terriers available for adoption in Franklin, Tennessee. To see more adoptable Rat Terriers in Franklin, Tennessee, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
We'll also keep you updated on G Man's adoption status with email updates.
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G Man

Wirehaired Fox Terrier Schnauzer (Standard)

Male, 8 yrs 4 mos
Nashville, TN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
G Man is really what we call "extra needs". As our vet said when G was examined "what a trainwreck". Upon intake, G Man had no fur on his legs and they were covered in sores. He also was having rectal prolapses frequently, not to mention some stinky breath and skin. With some awesome vet care, medicated baths, oral meds and surgery, he has morphed into quite the handsome and quirky guy that he is today. G does require daily meds for his skin (about $35 per month ) and weekly baths with a medicated shampoo. He does experience bouts of constipation but he has meds for that also. G Man is tolerant of other dogs his size, but is terrified of puppies and larger dogs. He is most comfortable sitting/sleeping beside or on top of his human. His whole world will revolve around his person and when he lays his head against your chest and at you with his eyes, you know that you are deeply loved by him! If you are interested in adopting this precious boy into your forever home, simply go to goofyfootrescue.org and fill out an application.
We'll also keep you updated on BONNIE's adoption status with email updates.
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BONNIE

Jack Russell Terrier

Female, Adult
Franklin, TN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
  If you are in search of a loving, yet active little dog, then you have found just the right girl!  Bonnie is a young, one year old, 18 pound, Jack Russell who is spunky and happy and oh so cuddly.  She is the total package of smart, quick to learn, and easy to love.  Bonnie is a little shy when you first meet her, but we guarantee she will warm up fast. She loves to play with other dogs and pull out all the toys at the foster home. And what a cuddle bug she is who longs to be someone’s very special little girl.  She is still working on her house training, but is crate trained for short periods.  No, 8 hour long crate time will work for her.  As you can imagine with an active dog, a fenced in yard would work best.  Bonnie would also love to have her new family home most of the time because she loves her people.  We are recommending that she be with an active family as she loves to see new sights and is ready for travel adventures and car rides.  She is on the go and ready to love you!  Bonnie is your girl if you are checking all her boxes.  Please write to ccrtennessee@gmail.com if you are interested.  Please mention where you live:  city and state.  She is currently in Nashville, Tn with Critter Cavalry Rescue and we transport to the northeast on weekend.       ADOPTION FEE REQUIRED. Contact ccrtennessee@gmail.com.March 9, 2025, 8:24 pm
We'll also keep you updated on CLYDE's adoption status with email updates.
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CLYDE

Jack Russell Terrier

Male, Adult
Franklin, TN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
  When you love the Jack Russell breed of dog then you try to find that pure love to adopt.  Well Clyde is a very sweet dog but yet he is the shy type that will be oh so loving of a boy that will make you feel like you the most special person in the world.  He is just a year old and 17 pounds and he loves to play with toys that squeak and crunch. He is an active Jack Russell breed that needs a fenced in yard so he can run around and play with others safely. When it comes to cuddles….we all love that with our dogs, Clyde gives you the best cuddles that results when you “sit” he wants to be in your lap.  We will admit that he is not totally house trained and so that is a work in progress. He is crate trained as long as not being left for long hours cause of his age.   He walks on a leash as amateur but worked with it. He loves to go for long walks and see new things.   When it comes to feeling secure with a family, he is Ok with children who are respectable and who want to give him gentle and loving hugs. The Jack Russell breed is an active and vibrant one of colorful moods and playful antics.  They can be loving and snuggly and then zooming around the backyard with the energy that you wish you still had in your body.  They are invigorating and challenging to kind of up your ante so to speak.  They can help  you be more determined every day to be more focused and productive.   We love the active dogs that bring a zest to the pace of life and an intelligence that will keep you thinking great thoughts and making great strides in life.  If you are interested in Clyde the Slyde… please email at ccrtennessee@gmail.com and let us know where you live and a little more about yourself and why a JRT like Clyde is right up your alley!   ADOPTION FEE REQUIRED. Contact ccrtennessee@gmail.com.March 8, 2025, 1:25 pm

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Critter Cavalry Rescue - TN

608 East Castle Ct., Franklin, TN 37069

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Last Chance Pet Rescue, Inc

PO Box 118, White Bluff, TN 37187

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Russell Rescue, Inc.

Columbia, TN 38401

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