Russell Rescue, Inc. (RRI) is a network of volunteers dedicated to placing unwanted or abandoned Jack Russells into permanent homes. The Network arranges for emergency rescues throughout the country, and gathers information designed to match appropriate permanent and temporary homes. It is funded by donations and supported by Jack Russell Terrier lovers and volunteers throughout the world.

What We Do

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\* Protect the Jack Russell Terrier by educating pet owners and breeders to the special needs of this breed to prevent displaced terriers. By offering advice and support to owners who wish to keep their pets, assisting them as to prevent the surrender of their Jack Russell Terrier.

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\* Provide for the temporary health and well being of Jack Russell Terriers given to the Russell Rescue, Inc by the owners who can no longer care for their dogs or Jack Russell Terriers housed in shelters, by offering temporary foster homes and/or referring educated adopters to the homeless Jack Russell Terriers in shelters.

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\* Place Jack Russell Terriers in suitable homes where they can live as the breed they are meant to be.

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\* Assist these terriers in finding homes where the quality of life will ensure a long safe healthy lifestyle for the terrier.

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\* Release terriers who through no fault of their own from the pain and suffering of their lives in the most humane way when necessary.

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I am the State Representative. I coordinate rescues, foster homes and adoptions.

Terriers in Rescue are in great need of proper JR homes and while they may need a little special handling, adopting a terrier in need can be much more rewarding than starting with a new puppy. However, please review the following important points regarding the adoption of a Jack Russell Terrier.

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1. Review the Bad Dog Talk which represents the worst case scenario of owning a JRT

2. Every applicant must first fill out an adoption form (either using the online or printed form).

3. All rescue dogs must have containment (fence, kennel).

4. We do not place dogs in homes where there are children under six years of age.

5. We have few dogs that are good with cats.

6. We rarely place terriers of the same sex together in one home (i.e., fighting).

7. We never suggest that JRTs are suitable for metropolitan living.

8. We do not suggest placing terriers where the terrier must remain at home alone for extended periods of time.

9. All applicants are thoroughly screened and must meet certain qualifications before being referred for a terrier.

10. Compatible terriers may not be immediately available; your patience is appreciated.

11. Filling out an application does not guarantee that we will place a terrier with you.

12. All terriers in Rescue are spay/neutered.

13. A adoption fee to Russell Rescue, Inc. is required to adopt a terrier.

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You Must Complete an Adoption Application

Please complete our online Russell Rescue, Inc. adoption application. All applicants are thoroughly screened and must meet certain qualifications before being referred for a terrier.

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Your Application will be Reviewed by Russell Rescue

The Russell Rescue, Inc. representative(s) assigned to your state will review your application. If your application is approved, you will be contacted as soon as possible by a Russell Rescue, Inc. representative. Please be patient.

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Filling out an application does not guarantee a terrier as not all homes are suitable for placement. Russell Rescue, Inc. has the right to refuse any application. We endeavor to make wise and permanent placements for each terrier.