Adopt

Rat Terrier puppies and dogs in Boulder, Colorado

Looking for a Rat Terrier puppy or dog in Boulder, Colorado? Adopt a Pet can help you find an adorable Rat Terrier near you.

Picture of Rat Terrier

Adopt a Rat Terrier near you in Boulder, Colorado

We don't see any Rat Terriers available for adoption right now, but new adoptable pets are added every day. Try a different search below!

Or, how about these Rat Terriers in cities near Boulder, Colorado

These Rat Terriers are available for adoption close to Boulder, Colorado.
We'll also keep you updated on Boss's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Boss

Boss

Rat Terrier

Male, 1 yr
Windsor, CO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Boss is a spunky little guy who is learning what it means to be loved by humans. He is super cuddly once he trusts his people. He is absolutely adorable and his eyes will melt your heart! Boss has a really cute, super playful personality. He loves to run zoomies in the house and yard and follows his foster mom everywhere. He is learning how nice it is to have snuggly dog beds and blankets on the couch to curl up in. Boss is guessed to be just under a year old male Rat Terrier and is ready to be loved! His foster mom thinks he was never touched by humans because he was so afraid of her when he first arrived that he growled at her. Being a dog trainer, his foster mom knows that is just nervous fear. If she takes her time and goes at his pace he absolutely loves to be rocked in a rocking chair, being lightly pet and even given kisses on his head. This handsome young man came to us from Oklahoma and most likely was surrendered to a shelter by a breeder. Rat Terriers are known to be smart, attentive and are very loyal companions. He came in with 3 other Rat Terriers and all of them were very afraid of people so we are not really sure what their history is. He is just needing a patient adopter who is willing to go at his pace and love him the way he needs to be loved. Boss loves to play with other dogs so he would probably love to have a confident canine buddy in his future home but it is not completely necessary if an adopter has lots of love to share with him. Boss loves his kennel and sleeps through the night and naps in it during the day. This handsome boy is waiting patiently to find his FurEver Family and is currently being fostered with one of our dog trainers that specializes and rehabilitates shy or unsocialized dogs. His foster mom has an amazing rehabilitation protocol to help these precious dogs and is working with all the dogs in her care on potty training, socializing with dogs and humans, kennel training, doggie door training and if time permits, leash and car training. There are lots of other dogs at his foster mom's house so we know he is dog friendly. His foster doesn't have any cats but thinks he would be fine with them if introduced slowly and properly. We also think he would be fine with older / calm children. Please consider this adorable dog as a part of your family. He deserves all the kindness and will give you a lifetime of affection. His foster mom is located in Fort Collins Colorado and wants to find a patient adopter, who is willing to do a minimum of one paid (discounted) training session with her. This training session is NOT basic obedience, but instead, is designed for rescue dogs and teaches the adopter how to work to build the dogs confidence and overcome any trauma the dog may have experienced. This training is to teach the adopter how to help the dog be successful in their new home and will help the family and this sweet dog bond and adjust to their new life together. The foster provides a discount on training to her adopters. Please apply for Boss today!!

These pups are in Boulder, Colorado too!

Below are our newest added Rat Terriers available for adoption in Boulder, Colorado. To see more adoptable Rat Terriers in Boulder, Colorado, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
We'll also keep you updated on Maggie's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
Photo of Maggie

Maggie

Jack Russell Terrier Chihuahua

Female, Adult
Boulder, CO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Maggie is 3-4 year old Terrier/Chihuahua/Poodle mix weighing about 15lbs.  Maggie came to us over a year ago from a hoarding case where there were over 60 Chihuahua/Poodle mixes living in a small home in Denver.  They were all incredibly under socialized and neglected, with most of the females being pregnant.  We were able to take in 5 of the pregnant moms from Maxfund to help get them into a safe and comfortable place to give birth and raise their puppies.  We also took about 8 other dogs from the hoarding case to start them socializing and learning how to "dog".  Maggie is now the last dog from the hoarding case and needs her forever family.  Maggie has clearly been through a lot and still has a long way to come.  She is a sweet girl but still pretty timid around humans.  She will come and snuggle with her foster Momma on her terms but it did take an incredibly long time for that to happen.  Maggie really needs a human who can be patient with her and give her a forever home with lots of love knowing she came from an incredibly rough situation and will probaly never be a completely "normal" dog. Her fosters describe her as more of a cat-dog.  We know she could make more progress with some training as well.  We will require she goes to a home with another dog so she can continue to learn how to trust and be a dog. If you are interested in adopting Maggie, please fill out our adoption application at brighterdaysdogrescue.com ##2313815##
We'll also keep you updated on Rupert's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Rupert

Rupert

Jack Russell Terrier Basset Hound

Male, Puppy
Boulder, CO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rupert is a 3MO, 10lb short legged, scruffy, adorable pup.  We are guessing he will be about 20-25lbs when full grown.  Rupert and his siblings are all different and unique, which makes it hard for us to even guess what breeds they truly are.  Honestly we have zero idea what their breeds are, but we know they are absolutely adorable, unique, and so, so sweet.   Rupert and his siblings were found as strays in a rural part of Texas.  They were absolutely terrified at first.  A wonderful rescue lady in the area brought all the pups back to her house and kept them safe until we could get them into our rescue program.  They have really started to come out of their shells and learn all that life has to give - when you aren't busy fighting for your life in the middle of nowhere.   Rupert and his siblings are typical puppies.  They love to play with each other, romp around with the fosters other dogs, and follow the foster around, cuirously watching them.  They love to snuggle and hang out.  Their forever families will need to be patient with them as they continue to learn all that life has to offer and that humans are kind and safe.  While they have little legs, they would still love to have a sibling to play with or someone who can take them on daily walks/adventures and get them continual mental stimulation and socialization. If you are interested in adopting Rupert or one of his siblings, please fill out our adoption application at brighterdaysdogrescue.com ##2647835##
We'll also keep you updated on Serbert's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Serbert

Serbert

Jack Russell Terrier Basset Hound

Female, Puppy
Boulder, CO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Serbert is a 3MO, 10lb Long, scruffy pup.  We are guessing she will be about 20-25lbs when full grown.  Serbert and her sibling have short little legs and long bodies, which makes us believe they have either Dachshund or Bassethound in them.  Honestly we have zero idea what their breeds are, but we know they are absolutely adorable, unique, and so, so sweet.   Serbert and her siblings were found as strays in a rural part of Texas.  They were absolutely terrified at first.  A wonderful rescue lady in the area brought all the pups back to her house and kept them safe until we could get them into our rescue program.  They have really started to come out of their shells and learn all that life has to give - when you aren't busy fighting for your life in the middle of nowhere.   Serbert and her siblings are typical puppies.  They love to play with each other, romp around with the fosters other dogs, and follow the foster around, cuirously watching them.  They love to snuggle and hang out.  Their forever families will need to be patient with them as they continue to learn all that life has to offer and that humans are kind and safe.  While they have little legs, they would still love to have a sibling to play with or someone who can take them on daily walks/adventures and get them continual mental stimulation and socialization. If you are interested in adopting Serbert or one of her siblings, please fill out our adoption application at brighterdaysdogrescue.com ##2647810##

Search for a Rat Terrier puppy or dog

Use the search tool below to browse adoptable Rat Terrier puppies and adults Rat Terrier in Boulder, Colorado.

Rat Terrier puppies and dogs in nearby cities

Related breeds in Boulder, Colorado

Rat Terrier shelters & rescues in Boulder, Colorado

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for Rat Terrier puppies in Boulder, Colorado. Browse these Rat Terrier rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

35.9 miles

Big Bones Canine Rescue

Windsor, CO 80550

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Looking for a specific shelter or rescue?

If you're not seeing what you're looking for, try our shelter and rescue search. We have more than 17,000 organizations in our database with furry pals waiting for a new home!

magnifying glass with cat and dog

Want to learn more about adopting a Rat Terrier puppy or dog?

We've got all the info you need on adopting and caring for a Rat Terrier puppy. Check out the links below for everything you ever wanted to know about Rat Terrier puppies and adults.

Rat Terrier basics

clipboard with list

Where do Rat Terriers come from? How many types of Rat Terriers are there? From the history of the breed to question about average height, weight and size, brush up on these basic facts about the Rat Terrier.

Learn More an arrow icon