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Belle

Rat Terrier/Jack Russell Terrier

Female, 2 mos
Trenton, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Our B litter is ready for adoption! This sweet litter of pups are about 9-10 weeks, born around mid-November 2024. These puppies are some of the lucky ones – a good Samaritan saw a mangy, starving dog eating scrap someone threw out in a back corner of a Mexican restaurant by a dumpster. She couldn’t turn away. The good Samaritan was going to just help mom, when she realized mom looks to have just had puppies. It’s like the momma dog knew someone was there to help, and she turned away from the scrap food and started walking down the street. The good Samaritan followed this momma dog for almost 2 miles to a home, where when they walked up, 7 puppies came running out from under the house (see video!) The homeowner didn’t claim mom or puppies, nor did she want anything to do with them. She refused to feed them or offer them shelter. It took some time, but after a few days, we were able to get all 7 pups and mom to safety. Mom is about 32 lbs and has a wire-hair coat, we have named her Lainey and she will also be available for adoption soon. We do not know who dad is. We believe pups will vary in size with the 2 runts (Baby ad Belle) staying smaller than the others – but generally we believe they will stay around 40 lbs. Please keep in mind that these puppies had minimal human interaction until a few weeks ago, but they are now in their prime age for impression, training and growing in a home to learn from. They all would do wonderfully with well-behaved children, other dogs and cats. They did not chase stray cats at the home they were at and they LOVE other dogs. Here’s a breakdown of the litter and some information on each one: All weights are as of 1/19/25 Baby – Male Runt – 7.5 lbs – Black and white (tri color) – Semi wirehair and very short hair – does not seem to shed much, if at all – Very playful. Very outgoing. Fun to watch play as he is so much tinier than the other pups. Daring. First pup to try anything. Aims to please. Wants to be next to you and get lots of love and love you. All homes would be ideal, all ages of children would be great for Baby. Belle – Female Runt – 4.4 lbs – Black and White – Wirehair – Does not seem to shed – She is quite timid but friendly and does come around. Will make the best baby. She defends herself against all the other bigger pups. Fierce and won’t let anyone pick on her. Is learning to play with toys. Could be a lap dog with lots of patience. Minimal-mild active home that is patient. Beau – Male – 10.2 lbs – Brown and White – Wirehair – Does not seem to shed – Needs someone with some patience. He is a bit timid and would rather watch everyone else play before joining. He would do best with another dog in the home. Beau is learning to trust people and his surroundings. Minimal-Mild Active home that is patient. Bree – Female – 11.4 lbs – Black and White – Short hair, minimal shedding – She is a hoot to have around. She loves to talk to you and is very vocal. She doesn’t mind telling you how she feels. She’s more of a leader and she keeps all the other puppies in check and in their place. If any of them start bickering, Bree will be there to break it up. She’s not afraid to test the waters and try anything new. A bit shorter of legs and stocky build. A more active home is preferred. Blue – Male – 12.4 lbs – Black and White – Short hair, minimal shedding – This gentle giant boy is so sweet. He is the biggest of the litter. He is very curious but won’t try anything first. He will stand back and watch. He is learning to trust humans and his surroundings. Very smart. Blue would be great with another dog to teach him or someone willing to put in the time and patience for training and socialization. Would love someone to force cuddles on him so he can learn to fully love people. Not a mean bone in his body. Mildly active home ideal, with patience. Biscuit – Male – 11.1 lbs – Brown and White – Wire Hair – Does not seem to shed – This lover boy is the most timid of the group of pups. The foster left him with his mom so she can help build his confidence and not be bullied by his siblings. He is very submissive. Needs a family or person that is patient, kind and understands he does need socialization and lots of love. Ideally no young children given how timid he is. Bear – Male – 11.3 lbs – Black and White – Short hair, minimal shedding – One of the most outgoing pups of the litter! He is one of the few that came around super quickly and is super lovable, huggable and amazing all around. He LOVES to be held in your arms and rocked like a baby or just carried around. He would rather be with you than anywhere else. His next favorite thing is belly rubs. He will roll over in a heartbeat to get some belly rubs and stay there until you can’t anymore. He is a very relaxed pup and doesn’t run around too much. Chill. Mildly active home and all age children would be perfect. All of these puppies will make wonderful and loyal companions. Please watch the video to see mom when she was first found, to when the good Samaritan found the house, to the puppies safe and sound and enjoying their first toys. All puppies are current on age appropriate vaccinations, preventions, dewormer, microchipped and will receive a clean bill of health from a veterinarian prior to receiving the animal. Please consider adopting today – To apply to adopt: www.pawsitive-impact-animal-rescue.org
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Timber

Rat Terrier

Male, Young
Mt. Laurel, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Animal Sanctuary Society, Inc. PO Box 24 Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054856-642-0004http://www.animalsanctuarysociety.org/ Timber is a cute boy who is ready for a forever home.  He is playful and sweet, gets along with kids, cats and other dogs.  He is  15 months young. He is  housebroken .He is here with his buddy Maggie . TIMBER will make a wonderful loving family pet or companion. Please fill out an application t meet him at www.animalsnactuarysociety.org       To meet or adopt this pet, please fill out an adoption application online at www.animalsanctuarysociety.org.January 22, 2025, 1:34 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Casey's adoption status with email updates.
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Casey

Rat Terrier/Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, Adult
Titusville, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
Story
Casey is a cuddlebug who loves to get under the covers and always manages to find his way into your lap! He is a 7 year old, 25lb rat terrier mix with a BIG personality. He leads an active lifestyle and loves hiking and playing fetch. Casey needs a home with no cats or kids. He gets along with most small dogs but doesn’t do great with big dogs. He is fine to be in the house alone during the day and will greet you with enthusiasm when you get home! This clever boy will do best with an experienced dog owner who can keep him active and engaged! Family has a new baby and Casey is not happy being kept separate all the time. To keep everyone safe we need to find the perfect ADULT ONLY home for this sweet guy!!
We'll also keep you updated on Dari's adoption status with email updates.
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Dari

Rat Terrier/Jindo

Female, 3 yrs 1 mo
Palisades Park, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Meet Dari❤️ Dari came to Korean City Shelter with her six babies. Despite having skin diseases all over her body, she took care of her babies but one of them became a star. With the cold winter coming soon, Adogs was very concerned about the health of Dari and her babies, so we urgently rescued them. * With People: She's a great lover of people! She's very accepting of touch and gives her face to both familiar and strangers alike. * With Dogs: She gets along great with doggy friends at Adogs Center. * Car Sickness: She rides in the car very well with no car sickness. ** Health Status - Her medication for her skin disease is over, but she still needs to take a bath every two weeks to monitor her progress. It's not contagious! - Her fur is growing back after losing it due to her skin disease.
We'll also keep you updated on Penny TRIPOD's adoption status with email updates.
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Penny TRIPOD

Rat Terrier

Female, 5 yrs 1 mo
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,
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.  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.January 17, 2025, 9:19 pm
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Imp (D)

Rat Terrier

Female, 5 yrs 7 mos
Palisades Park, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
House-trained,
Story
Meet Imp! He is lovely girl rescued by our team from High-kill shelter in Korea. She gave birth to his babies in the shelter. Behaviours from the previous foster: She is so gentle that she doesn’t bark at all and doensn’t have any aggressive behaviours. She loves walking and meeting her friends and She loves her hooman so much. She likes to be pat - especially on her butt – and always sleeps besides her hooman. She is doing her job out doors- moving her bowels. She is not a big fan of showering but she seems to bear it- She is so patient. We haven’t found any separation anxieties so far, She seems to be beyond happy when the owners come back home though. She is a little bit timid that she is afraid of some scary noise like vacuum cleaner, plastic bottle and so on. She has so much love in her. Be her loving family and she will be with you and adores you forever. Allergy/health issues: She has motion sickness. So It will help her if you let her doing her job_moving her bowels_ and keep her stomach empty before gettinng a car. *Please send all inquiries to @everlove8282. *Please submit your applications through the application form on our Instagram profile! Our team will carefully consider each of your applications to find the perfect forever homes for our dogs. *As all of our dogs are currently in South Korea, there will be an adoption fee of 700USD + customs fee (if applicable) for each dog. —> all details are on the poster! Please check it carefully.

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Rat Terrier shelters & rescues in New Jersey

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No Paw Left Behind Animal Rescue

Union Beach , NJ 07735

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ADOGS(Adopt Dogs) - NJ Transport

Palisades Park , NJ 07650

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NJSH Pet Rescue

Chester , NJ 07930

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Animal Sanctuary Society Inc.

PO Box 24, Mt. Laurel , NJ 08054

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Unconditional Love Pet Rescue, NJ transport

Bedminster transport , NJ 10956

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