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Peanut

Rat Terrier Shih Tzu

Male, Puppy
McKinney, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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***DFW area only-No Exceptions*** Peanut is a ~10 week (as of 3/13/25) old Rat Terrier mix puppy. He has scruffy fur so we think maybe he’s mixed with Shih Tzu or some other terrier breed.  He was found stray with his brother Brittle. It’s dangerous for such young puppies to be in the shelter, so his foster mom brought him into the Legacy Humane fold! Peanut loves to be played with, enjoys jumping in laps, and is very social. He’s lively and fun. He likes to play fetch and likes to run around outside as long as it's not too cold. He hates the cold! Peanut loves a good snuggle, complete with tender kisses. Puppies at this age will require patience and training to become the best pup they can be. Peanut is working on potty training and is crate training. Peanut would best be suited for a home with older kids due to his small size.  He is in a home with larger dogs and cat friends. He takes correction well from the animals and the people in the home. Current weight: ~8lbs Projected weight 20-30 lbs    We are requesting a donation of $325 for the adoption which includes his neuter, three rounds of puppy vaccines, a rabies vaccine, microchip with registration, dewormer and a single dose of heartworm preventative.  If you're interested in meeting or adopting him, please complete an application on our website and someone will reach out to you within 48 hours.  https://legacyhumanesociety.org/adoptfoster/adoption-application/ Adopter will take puppy to an LHS approved vet to be neutered in May of 2025 per the spay/neuter agreement and in accordance to Chapter 828, Texas Health and Safety Code.  *Due to the high volume of applications and inquires for puppies as well as vetting needs, we will not be able to respond to or consider interest from those outside of the Dallas/Fort Worth Area.   We do not have a facility to house the dogs in our program. They are all kept in foster homes until they are adopted. Therefore, if you are interested in adopting from LHS, please complete an online application at http://legacyhumanesociety.org/adoptfoster/adoption-application/ and we will contact you asap about the status of your application. We do not have a facility to house the dogs in our program. They are all kept in foster homes until they are adopted. Therefore, if you are interested in adopting from LHS, please complete an online application at http://legacyhumanesociety.org/adoptfoster/adoption-application/ and we will contact you asap about the status of your application. March 11, 2025, 1:37 pm

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“Britt” aka Brittle

Rat Terrier Shih Tzu

Male, Puppy
McKinney, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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***DFW area only-No Exceptions*** Brittle is a ~10 week (as of 3/13/25) old Rat terrier mix puppy. He was found stray with his brother Peanut. It’s dangerous for such young puppies to be in the shelter, so his foster mom brought him into the Legacy Humane fold! Brittle loves to be played with, enjoys jumping in laps, and is very social. He gives sweet kisses and likes to be held near your neck for snuggles. He loves to snuggle in your lap for a nap. He’s lively and fun. Puppies at this age will require patience and training to become the best pup they can be. Brittle is working on potty training is crate trained over night and for short periods during the day. Brittle would best be suited for a home with older kids due to his small size.  He is in a foster home with larger dogs and cat friends. He takes correction well from both the animal and human friends in his home. Current weight: ~8lbs Projected weight 20-30 lbs    We are requesting a donation of $325 for the adoption which includes his neuter, three rounds of puppy vaccines, a rabies vaccine, microchip with registration, dewormer and a single dose of heartworm preventative.  If you're interested in meeting or adopting him, please complete an application on our website and someone will reach out to you within 48 hours.  https://legacyhumanesociety.org/adoptfoster/adoption-application/ Adopter will take puppy to an LHS approved vet to be neutered in May of 2025 per the spay/neuter agreement and in accordance to Chapter 828, Texas Health and Safety Code.  *Due to the high volume of applications and inquires for puppies as well as vetting needs, we will not be able to respond to or consider interest from those outside of the Dallas/Fort Worth Area.   We do not have a facility to house the dogs in our program. They are all kept in foster homes until they are adopted. Therefore, if you are interested in adopting from LHS, please complete an online application at http://legacyhumanesociety.org/adoptfoster/adoption-application/ and we will contact you asap about the status of your application.We do not have a facility to house the dogs in our program. They are all kept in foster homes until they are adopted. Therefore, if you are interested in adopting from LHS, please complete an online application at http://legacyhumanesociety.org/adoptfoster/adoption-application/ and we will contact you asap about the status of your application. March 11, 2025, 1:37 pm

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Lu

Rat Terrier

Female, Adult
McKinney, TX
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Lu is an energetic and playful dog who does like hugs. She is 5 years old. She doesn't always listen very well and needs some retraining. She currently lives with a cat and older dog and plays with both. She does like to jump so not a great companion for small kids.

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Hazel

Rat Terrier

Female, 4 yrs 6 mos
haslet, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hazel came to us from Houston w 4 pups. All her pups got adopted but no one wants hazel. Hazel is a fear biter but within 3 days is ur best friend if u are patient and go slow. Because of this she needs a home w no kids. She is great w other dogs and super friendly and walks well on the leash. She only weighs 35 pounds and is almost 5 years old let me know if Interested she is fully vetted and ready to go Adoption fee is $100

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Finley

Rat Terrier

Male, Young
Carrollton, TX
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
BREED- Rat TerrierSEX-Male; SIZE-Small; WEIGHT-12 lbs.; AGE-Approximately 4 months; SPAY/NEUTER-Yes; HOUSETRAINED-Currently Uses Doggie Door; GOOD WITH KIDS-Yes; GOOD WITH DOGS-Yes; GOOD WITH CATS-Unknown; HISTORY-Rescued From A Local Shelter; ADOPTION FEE-$325;Hey there, I'm Finley, your friendly neighborhood superhero. I spent my days running, playing, and saving the world, one tail wag at a time. I remember the day I was on a mission, rescuing a squirrel from a tree, when I stumbled upon this shelter. The folks here are nice, they give me treats and belly rubs. I've made lots of friends, but I'm ready for a new adventure. I'm looking for a sidekick, someone who loves playtime and cuddles as much as I do. Will you be my superhero partner?March 2, 2025, 6:49 pm

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Niko

Rat Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 1 mo
Dallas, TX
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
Niko is a true lap dog with a lively interest in being outdoors. He was spotted multiple times running the streets before his rescue.  Ideally, he should have daily walks and a very secure backyard since he still seems to hear the call of the wild.  Niko also enjoys looking out the window and going to dog parks, is cooperative getting his harness on, can be left loose when you're out, is good on car rides, and is not a picky eater. Niko is generally low-maintenance with some high-maintenance moments.  He seems okay around respectful children (about 6+), and dogs of all sizes (favors larger dogs), he is playful, and has guard dog tendencies of barking at people/noises near your windows and doors.  He lunges towards squirrels and rabbits, but with bicyclists he ignores some and barks at others.  He alternates from walking with a confident, princely gait, to intensely following a trail nose down, to stopping and sprinkling multiple objects, to galloping towards a desirable tree. As energetic as Niko sometimes can be, he is a deep sleeper who loves to snooze on a dog bed with comfy blankets or get under the covers on a people bed.   Niko is chock full of personality, but the sort that is especially endearing.  He is a charmer with an independent streak.  But most of all he is a loving little guy who needs a loving home. ##2280678##

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Rat Terrier shelters & rescues in Gainesville, Texas

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40.9 miles

Legacy Humane Society

PO Box 2733, McKinney, TX 75070

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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47.3 miles

Celines Cats and Canine Rescue

haslet, TX 76052

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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48.4 miles

Lost Paws Rescue of Texas

P.O. Box 116256, Carrollton, TX 75011

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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49.5 miles

Cody's Friends Rescue

Dallas, TX 75248

Pet Types: dogs

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