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Jack Russell Terrier puppies and dogs in Columbus, Indiana

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Lilly

Jack Russell Terrier

Female, 2 yrs
Franklin, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
Meet Lilly! ??A 25lb, 2-year-old, Jack Russell Terrier who came to the shelter alongside her housemate, Rosie, after a sudden loss in her family. The big changes were overwhelming for her, and she arrived feeling very stressed and timid. Lilly does best when people listen to her boundaries. Because of this, she’s looking for a calm, understanding home with children who are teen age or older, where everyone can move at her pace and let trust build. She’ll need adopters who are patient, kind, and willing to give her the time she needs to feel safe and secure.In the right home, with steady routines and gentle encouragement, Lilly has the potential to continue blossoming into a loving companion. If you’re someone who believes in going slow, celebrating small victories, and giving a dog the space to be herself, Lilly may be the perfect match for you.We do all adoptions with approved applicants by appointment only. If you are interested in adopting, please contact us via FB Messenger or email us at jcasreception@johnsoncounty.in.gov for an application. You can also find one on our website at http://johnsoncountyanimalshelter.com/adopt/. Once an application is submitted and approved, we can set an appointment to meet the pet!
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Rosie

Jack Russell Terrier

Female, 2 yrs
Franklin, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
Meet Rosie!A 30lb, 2-year-old, Jack Russell Terrier who came to the shelter alongside her housemate, Lilly, after a sudden loss in her family. The big changes were overwhelming for her, and she arrived feeling very stressed and timid. With time, patience, and lots of consistency from our staff, Rosie has begun to show small but meaningful signs of coming out of her shell with the people she knows best. Rosie does best when people listen to her boundaries. Because of this, she’s looking for a calm, understanding home with children who are teen age or older, where everyone can move at Rosie’s pace and let trust build naturally. She’ll need adopters who are patient, kind, and willing to give her the time she needs to feel safe and secure.In the right home, with steady routines and gentle encouragement, Rosie has the potential to continue blossoming into a loving companion. If you’re someone who believes in going slow, celebrating small victories, and giving a dog the space to be herself, Rosie may be the perfect match for you.We do all adoptions with approved applicants by appointment only. If you are interested in adopting, please contact us via FB Messenger or email us at jcasreception@johnsoncounty.in.gov for an application. You can also find one on our website at http://johnsoncountyanimalshelter.com/adopt/. Once an application is submitted and approved, we can set an appointment to meet the pet!
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Selah

Jack Russell Terrier Poodle (Miniature)

Female, 4 mos
Bloomington, IN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
UPDATED Post 12/29/25. PLEASE READ ENTIRE DESCRIPTION BEFORE CONTACTING US. Adorable Selah came to the Nest from a local animal shelter as a new born together with her 5 siblings and mom (miniature poodle/bichon). She is a terrier mix and will be about 15(+) lbs. Selah is 14 weeks old, very sensitive and smart, adventourous, playful, sweet,and affectionate. She is ready to take on the world with a loving humans by her side. We would love for her to go home with either one of her sisters (Helga, Katy) or where there is another pup close to her size and age. Right now Selah is still a blank slate — curious, playful, and learning fast. Her adopter should be ready for the joys (and challenges!) of puppyhood: crate training, potty training, chewing, and plenty of energy....As she grows, she will need daily exercise, ongoing engagement, and continued guidance to become her best self. Bringing home a puppy is exciting — a big responsibility! Puppies need structure, consistency, and lots of positive exposure to the world around them. Socialization, consistent training, and daily interaction are what shape them into confident, well-manneredand happy adults. We highly recommend working with a professional trainer also for the socialization aspect. Please note: someone must be home every 4 hours at this stage of development. Selah means a 13+ year commitment, so please think carefully and consider all aspects of your life before adding her to your home. For Selah we are looking for: a home with active people who can give her all the love, attention and training she needs to turn into happy and well mannered adult dog. We would like for her to go to a home where there is another sweet and playful dog about her size (not more than 25 lbs.) and age (up to 3 years is fine) - preferably male and we would like a securely fenced in yard (sorry, we don't do invisible fences). Well behaved, gentle children - preferably age 3+ - are fine. Katy is current on vaccinations including Rabies, she is dewormed, spayed and micro chipped. Her adoption fee is $325.
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Sunny

Jack Russell Terrier

Female, 1 yr 4 mos
Indianapolis, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sunny’s Story Sunny was found abandoned near a Goodwill store, hiding under a pine tree in search of shade. Despite her rough start, she has shown nothing but resilience and heart. What We Love About Sunny Sunny absolutely adores her people. Being close to them makes her light up with excitement. While she can be over-the-top excited when meeting new people, she settles in beautifully with her trusted humans—snuggling close and offering the sweetest gentle kisses. Progress & Growth Since arriving in foster care, Sunny has made wonderful progress. When she first came home, she struggled with overstimulation, often jumping and using her mouth. With patience, consistency, and understanding, she has improved significantly and now jumps without the biting, showing how eager she is to learn and please. Funny Quirks & Personality Sunny is as courageous as they come and seems to know her quick little self can stir up the bigger dogs. One of her favorite routines is sprinting down the hallway toward the door, then dramatically turning to dash outside—always with confidence and flair. Personality TraitsAdventurous • Athletic • Brave • Clever • Communicative • Couch Potato • Dignified • Enthusiastic • Food-Motivated • Loving • Loyal • Smart ##2526977##
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Coffee Puppies : Frappuccino

Jack Russell Terrier

Male, 1 mo
Osgood, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
If you would like to meet any of our pets, they are available for viewing, every single day from noon until 3:30pm. If you have other dogs a meet and greet is required. Calling before a long drive is recommended to confirm availability. Ripley County Humane Society, 1202 W County Rd 150 N, Osgood, IN 47037. 812-689-3773  You can fill out an application online at this link - https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/57789/generic . ##2650851##
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Coffee Puppies : Cappuccino

Jack Russell Terrier

Male, 1 mo
Osgood, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
If you would like to meet any of our pets, they are available for viewing, every single day from noon until 3:30pm. If you have other dogs a meet and greet is required. Calling before a long drive is recommended to confirm availability. Ripley County Humane Society, 1202 W County Rd 150 N, Osgood, IN 47037. 812-689-3773  You can fill out an application online at this link - https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/57789/generic . ##2650848##

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Charlie (CHI)

Rat Terrier Chihuahua

Male, Senior
Columbus, IN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Please contact Ashley (ha.evans@yahoo.com) for more information about this pet. Online Adoption Application › Charlie is up to-date on all vaccines, preventatives, heartworm negative  neutered  and is microchipped.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.June 13, 2025, 9:04 am

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Jack Russell Terrier shelters & rescues in Columbus, Indiana

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20.9 miles

Johnson County Animal Shelter

2160 N Graham Road, Franklin, IN 46131

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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29.7 miles

The Nest

Bloomington, IN 47402

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

34.4 miles

Lucci's House Bully Rescue

Indianapolis, IN 46227

Pet Types: dogs

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34.6 miles

Ripley County Humane Society

1202 West County Rd 150 North, Osgood, IN 47037

Pet Types: dogs

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46.8 miles

Every Dog Counts Rescue

Indianapolis, IN 46228

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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