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My name is Buster~!

Posted over 2 weeks ago | Updated 5 days ago

My basic info

Breed
Rat Terrier/Jack Russell Terrier
Color
Age
Senior
Size
Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less (when grown)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID
22085204

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

**Meet Buster the Christmas Miracle Pup!**
10 years young • JackRat extraordinaire • Professional Snuggler & Foster Superstar

If your holiday wish list includes *one* sweet, gentle, slightly goofy soul who rocks the perfect mix of pep and cozy… well, Santa just delivered. Meet **Buster**—the dog with the world’s most expressive ears and a heart that could melt the snow off your roof.

Don’t let the “senior” label fool you! This guy has the spirit of a pup, loves his daily strolls, and then turns into a warm, snoring blanket when it’s time to settle in. Truly the **best of both worlds**.

Here’s why we’re completely obsessed with him already:
Knows sit, lay down, and even pops up like a little meerkat to take treats *so gently*
Anti-crate activist (he respectfully declines, thank you very much )
Sleeps through the night like an angel and doesn’t move until you do
Recovering from a rough flea past — treated, healing, and just needs a little holiday TLC
Not totally housebroken yet, but smart, eager, and rocking his belly bands
Gets along great with other dogs & couldn’t care less about cats
Will 100% chase a running chicken… and honestly, same
Pure sweetness, pure gentleness, pure heart-melting magic

For a 10-year-old, Buster has **so much love and life** left to share — and we know his playful side will only grow as he settles in.

If you’re wishing for a dog who wants to sleep in your bed, stroll by your side, and quietly steal your heart… **Buster is ready to go home for the holidays.**

Adopt a little Christmas magic — adopt Buster.

Apply online https://www.russellrescuetn.com/adoption-application or email Russellrescuetn@gmail.com if already approved

Apply online https://www.russellrescuetn.com/adoption-application or email Russellrescuetn@gmail.com if already approved

 

 

Heartfelt Plea for Buster 

Some stories stay with you — and Buster’s is one of them.
This sweet 10-year-old JackRat had his whole world turned upside down when his loving mom lost her home. With nowhere else to go, she and Buster lived together in her car. She adored him deeply, but shelters wouldn’t allow dogs… and she was forced to make the most selfless, heartbreaking decision a pet parent can make: ensuring his safety, even when she couldn’t secure her own.

She entrusted Buster to us so he could be cared for, loved, and given the chance at a brighter future. And now, after vetting, dental care, flea protection, and a much-needed bath, Buster is safe — but he still doesn’t have a place to call home.

 Buster needs a foster home.
He deserves to sleep in a warm bed, not feel homeless another day. He deserves to know he is wanted. If you’ve ever wondered how to make a real difference — how to show gratitude by giving back — this is it. Opening your home to Buster, even temporarily, could be the miracle he’s waiting for.

 Foster or adopt — the first step is the application:
https://www.russellrescuetn.com/application-for-adoption/

Russell Rescue is 100% volunteer-powered.
Our dogs live in foster homes, not a facility, so approved applications are required before meet-and-greets. Volunteers work around full-time jobs and family obligations, so we truly appreciate your patience.

 Adoption fee: $300 (includes spay/neuter, DHPP, Bordetella, Rabies, HW check & microchip)
Based in Middle Tennessee — adopters must be able to travel.
We do not ship or transport dogs.

Please consider opening your heart and home. Buster has already lost so much — let’s help this deserving senior boy find the stability, love, and warmth he’s been missing.

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.

 

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.

December 9, 2025, 12:05 am
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
22085204
Contact
Phone
Address
Columbia, TN 38401
Donation

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More about this rescue

Russell Rescue is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) dog rescue organization. It was started in 2008 by Mary Ruth Rogers of Columbia, TN. Our mission is to save and re-home unloved, abandoned and abused dogs, especially the Jack Russell terrier. Most of our dogs come from high kill shelters in Tennessee, and other nearby states.

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