Jack Russell Terrier puppies and dogs in Milpitas, California

* To be considered for a meet/adoption, please read the full biography to see whether they may be a good fit for your home, then submit an online application at www.dpsrescue.org.* This dog will be at the Palo Alto Pet Food Express on Saturday, October 10th from 12PM – 3PM (unless adopted prior to the event).  3910 Middlefield Road All DPS Rescue dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, flea/tick treated, and microchipped prior to adoption.   Adoption fee: $650   Meet Wizard: The Snuggle Spell Is Strong With This One   Wizard is a 1 year old, 22-pound Jack Russell Terrier mix who was rescued from the shelter and is ready to work a little magic on his forever family. With wonderfully expressive ears, soulful eyes, and a knack for making himself comfortable in hilariously strange sleeping positions, this affectionate little guy is nearly impossible to resist.   A First-Class Familiar   Wizard has been comfortable in his foster home from day one. He quickly decided that personal space was entirely unnecessary and began following everyone from room to room, leaning against his people for pets, and curling up as close as possible whenever the opportunity arose. He is an outstanding snuggler and a devoted little shadow who likes knowing what every member of the household is doing.   He is currently living with an 8-year-old child and gets along well with them. Wizard is a young dude and can play enthusiastically and sometimes uses his mouth when he becomes excited, so his family should continue teaching him how to keep play gentle and appropriate.   Although Wizard enjoys his playful moments, he is currently much more couch potato than nonstop terrier. During the day, he is happy to nap on the couch, relax wherever his people are, or watch the outside world through the window. His goofy side emerges when the toys come out, and he has a favorite toy that he proudly carries around the house.   Wizard’s Daily Rituals   Wizard begins his day around 7 AM with a stretch and a potty break in the backyard. Breakfast is served afterward, although he prefers to graze rather than finish his meal immediately. He usually heads out for his walk between 9 and 10 AM. He uses the backyard for pee breaks but prefers to save his other business for his walks.   He may pull at the beginning of a walk when everything feels especially exciting, but he settles into a much nicer rhythm once he has gotten some of that initial enthusiasm out of his system. Squirrels and cats can activate his inner hunter, so his future family should be prepared to keep a secure hold on his leash and continue working on his walking skills.   Wizard is reliably housetrained. He does not chew things out of boredom, dig in the yard, or cause trouble when left alone. He has successfully spent up to six hours loose in the house, where he simply relaxes and sleeps until his family returns. Since he has proven trustworthy when given freedom in the home, he would love a family comfortable continuing that arrangement while helping him gradually build positive associations with confinement if needed.  At night, Wizard now sleeps in his own bed beside his foster family’s bed. It gives him the comfort of being close to his people while still having a cozy space of his own.   A Sensitive Little Soul   Wizard can be startled by loud or sudden noises, including vacuums, trucks, and unexpected household sounds. He will benefit from a patient family that allows him to investigate the world at his own pace and helps him build confidence through calm, positive experiences.   He occasionally alerts to movement outside the house, although his bark has an unusual sound—as if he is trying very hard to deliver an official announcement but cannot quite find his full voice. Overall, he is an easy companion who settles beautifully at home and mainly wants walks, affection, and a comfortable place near his people.   The Fine Print in the Spell Book   Wizard has done well socializing with other dogs, and he can absolutely enjoy canine friends on walks, outings, or in other neutral environments. Inside the home, however, he has shown a tendency to guard valuable resources such as food and toys from other dogs. For that reason, Wizard is looking for a home where he can be the only resident dog while still having appropriate opportunities to socialize elsewhere.   He has also reacted defensively when a person has tried to take a valued toy directly from him. His future family must respect his signals and use reward-based techniques such as trading for treats rather than grabbing items from his mouth. A home willing to continue working patiently and consistently on resource guarding will help him feel safer and make good choices. Because of this behavior, any children in his adoptive home should be old enough to understand that they must never take food or toys away from him.   Ready for His Next Adventure   Wizard loves car rides and would be delighted to become his person’s travel companion. Wherever he goes, he brings his expressive face, affectionate personality, and unmistakable talent for turning ordinary moments into a game.   During one family badminton match, Wizard realized that everyone had neglected to assign him a position. Naturally, he fixed the problem by snatching the shuttlecock and racing around the yard while the entire family chased him. In Wizard’s version of the game, he was clearly the winner.   Wizard is looking for a home that will give him regular walks, plenty of companionship, gentle guidance, and all the snuggling he can handle. Give him a little time, consistency, and love, and this charming young dog is sure to cast a lifelong spell on you. October 10, 2026, 6:19 pm

* To be considered for a meet/adoption, please read the full biography to see whether they may be a good fit for your home, then submit an online application at www.dpsrescue.org.* This dog will be at the Palo Alto Pet Food Express on Saturday, October 10th from 12PM – 3PM (unless adopted prior to the event).  3910 Middlefield Road All DPS Rescue dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, flea/tick treated, and microchipped prior to adoption.  Adoption fee: $650 Paisley: A Tiny Heart Learning to Be Brave Some dogs burst into a room with confidence. Paisley prefers to tiptoe in quietly, watching from a safe distance before deciding if it's okay to trust. At just 1 year old and 7 pounds, this adorable Jack Russell Terrier/Chihuahua mix may be tiny, but her heart is full of hope—and every day she gets a little bit braver. Once Paisley decides you're her person, she becomes your tiny shadow and quite simply adores you. She follows her foster from room to room, always wanting to know where you are, and is happiest relaxing nearby. During the day she's perfectly content snoozing on the couch, and at night she curls up in a dog bed beside her foster's bed. She's not demanding or high-energy—in fact, she's mostly a little couch potato who enjoys simply being close to the people she trusts. She also loves belly rubs! Paisley loves her daily routine, especially her three walks each day. She's a lovely leash walker who doesn't pull, though new sights and sounds can still make her nervous. If another dog is barking, she may bark back, and children seen from a distance can make her uneasy as well. She's much more interested in staying close to her person than greeting strangers or making new dog friends. In the home environment, Paisley lives with multiple dogs and cats and gets along wonderfully with all of them. Paisley is on her second foster home (her first foster is traveling) and has learned to follow a routine and when kept on schedule, she is fully housetrained. The most important part is taking her out right after she eats. She goes out to the yard right when she wakes up, right after she eats, once in the afternoon, again after she ears her dinner and then before she goes to bed. If she knows what to expect and she's on a schedule then she has no issues with accidents. When her foster is gone during the day, she is crated and does well in her crate. Paisley's ideal family will understand that trust can't be rushed. She'll thrive with patient, experienced adopters who will celebrate the little victories. A quieter home without young children would likely help her continue building confidence at her own pace. She would be perfect for a single person who wants a best friend - she will adore you! The best part about Paisley is that you can see exactly what she's trying to do. She wants to be loved. She'll hurry over with hopeful eyes and a wagging tail, then second-guess herself and retreat before remembering that maybe, just maybe, this person is safe after all. Watching those moments of bravery become a little bigger every day is incredibly rewarding. If you're the kind of person who believes the sweetest relationships are built one tiny step at a time, Paisley is ready to take those steps with you. October 10, 2026, 6:19 pm

Cystal is a female, 4 1/2 year old and 16 lbs (as of March 2026). She enjoys the company of other dogs, showing a friendly and sociable demeanor with her canine peers. However, Crystal is quite shy around people, needing extra time and patience to warm up to new acquaintances. Her size and temperament make her well-suited for a home that can provide a supportive environment where she can build confidence at her own pace. A patient and understanding owner who can offer her gentle reassurance will help Crytsal become more comfortable and outgoing with humans.Crystal relies on her canine companion, Eve, as much as Eve relies on her, so it is crucial that they are adopted togetherThe pair can be adopted together for $175All our dogs will come to you spayed and fully vetted.Please fill out our adoption application form at https://www.4dogsfarmrescue.org/adoption ##2255316##

Monica is an 10-year-old female dog, weighing about 16 pounds (as of March 2026). She exhibits a friendly attitude towards other dogs but shows a considerable amount of shyness around people. Her small size and gentle nature make her well-suited to a quiet home where she can slowly build trust at her own pace. While she may take a long time to warm up to new human friends, her sociability with other dogs suggests she could thrive in a household with other pets, providing her with companionship and a sense of security. Her patient and determined owner will be rewarded with her loyalty and affection as she becomes more comfortable in her new environment.Phoebe, Rachel, Monica and Rosalyn are sistersAll our dogs will come to you spayed and fully vetted.Please fill out our adoption application form at https://www.4dogsfarmrescue.org/adoption ##2301053##

Pheobe is an 10-year-old female dog, weighing about 15 pounds (as of March 2026). She exhibits a friendly attitude towards other dogs but shows a considerable amount of shyness around people. Her small size and gentle nature make her well-suited to a quiet home where she can slowly build trust at her own pace. While she may take some time to warm up to new human friends, her sociability with other dogs suggests she could thrive in a household with other pets, providing her with companionship and a sense of security. Her patient owner will be rewarded with her loyalty and affection as she becomes more comfortable in her new environment.Phoebe, Rachel, Monica and Rosalyn are sisters. All four of them have been working hard to overcome thier fear of people, and need someone they can rely on to continue their training.All our dogs come spayed/neutered and fully vetted.Adoption Fee: $175.00You can fill out our adoption application at https://www.4dogsfarmrescue.org/adoption ##2301049##

Rachel is an 11-year-old (as of March 2026) female dog, light in build at around 13 pounds. Similar to Ross, she is quite sociable with other dogs but notably shy and apprehensive around people. Her friendliness towards canines suggests she would do well in a home with other pets, where she can feel more at ease and less isolated. For Rachel, a calm and stable environment with patient and gentle owners would be ideal, allowing her the time and space to overcome her initial fears and gradually become more comfortable with human companionship. Her loving nature will surely come through once she feels safe and secure.Phoebe, Rachel, Monica and Rosalyn are sisters. All four of them have been working hard to overcome thier fear of people, and need someone they can trust to continue their training.All our dogs come spayed/neutered and fully vetted.Adoption Fee: $175.00You can fill out our adoption application at https://www.4dogsfarmrescue.org/adoption ##2211364##