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Rattie
Terrier
10-18 inches
10-20 pounds
15-18 years
Rat Terrier characteristics
Lifespan
5 yrs 20 yrs
Grooming needs
Occasionally Frequently
Good with kids
Needs lots of supervision Ready to play
Good with cats
Likely to chase Hey, new pal!
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Headstrong Eager to please
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Sweetie Dulce

Rat Terrier

Female, 1 yr
Los Angeles, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi I am a very sweet girl. The family that had me can no longer keep me they said they just don't have time for me. I climb the fence to get to the neighbor's yard where the boy dog got me pregnant. They were able to find homes for all of my puppies and could not Keep Me. So now I would love a home. I am a snuggle bug and really love people and other animals. I am pottypad trained and house trained. I do get along with cats too. Please text 714-882-9865 for more information and complete the application online at www.rescuemepets.com/forms

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MILLIE

Rat Terrier

Female, Adult
Los Angeles, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
MILLIE is a lovely adult/senior, 8 pounds, girl Rat Terrier whose senior human dad passed away, leaving Millie and her four little companions, Cookie, Shorty, Poopsy, and Missy, without their dad. They all get along really well, are house trained, and also know to use pads to do their business indoors, and at night, and when it's raining or very cold out. They are not barkers, only barking to warn that someone is at or near the front door, and then they settle down again. They are great with cats because their housemates have been six (6) cats! If shown a lot of affection and understanding when welcomed into their new homes, we are sure these lovely kiddos will do well in a loving new home even if they don’t stay together. IMPORTANT NOTE: Recently the number of deaths from hungry coyote attacks has greatly increased. Coyotes can climb 10 foot fences with a small to medium sized dog in their jaws. This happens in broad daylight in the middle of the day, and on trails while hiking with your dog on a leash, it is truly unbelievable, and we have frightening first-hand accounts. We are listing these lovely pups to help their current foster/rescue in finding them wonderful new homes. All four girl pups are spayed, Shorty is neutered, and all of them current on vaccines. To learn more about Millie (Cookie, Shorty, Poopsy, and Missy), please contact us at: theanimalsleftbehind@socal.rr.com (also our PayPal email for donations and sponsorships).

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PLUM

Rat Terrier

Female, Young
Los Angeles, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This is PLUM!! Known as ✨Sugerplum✨. Shes a sweetheart who I found wondering the street alone a year ago. Her personality is playful and snuggly. She absolutely loves being outside and running around but also loves coming inside for a comfy nap. She absolutely loves people ESPECIALLY BABIES!!!! She will literally cry to play with a baby. She really enjoys playing with others although for some odd reason she doesn’t favor smooshed face dog (bulldogs, pugs, Boston terriers). I love her with all of me but I recently got another job and i no longer have enough time to give her the attention she needs :(. Looking for preferably a family with lots of love to give! ❤️

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Jack

Rat Terrier Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 3 yrs
Woodland Hills, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
Story
Meet Jack! Jack is a very well tempered dog who is sweet and playful. He gets along well with other dogs, and older children. He is very intelligent and cannot wait to find his forever home! Please call 818-348-6000 for more information and to set up a meet & greet!

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Jynx

Rat Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 5 mos
Shadow Hills, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Jynx was rescued from illegal breeder with a sister (Diamond) and brother Ping (almost black with touch of white on the chest). Jynx is under 10 pounds. He is very curious and wants to get his own family to love.

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Penny

Rat Terrier Podengo Portugueso

Female, Puppy
Los Angeles, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
To adopt, foster or see more adoptable dogs, click here: https://www.ozzieandfriendsrescue.org/adoptionsApril 18, 2024, 10:35 am

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