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Rat Terrier puppies and dogs in Connecticut

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

Rat Terrier

Female, 3 mos
Hartford, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
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Meet Kova! Kova is an adorable 3-month-old Rat Terrier mix with a hint of Corgi charm. Weighing in at just 4 pounds, she’s small but full of personality! Kova loves making friends and gets along wonderfully with other dogs and kids. She’s a smart little pup who is working hard on her puppy basics and is already excelling at house training. If you’re looking for a sweet, playful companion to join your family, Kova might be the perfect match!
We'll also keep you updated on Rixa's adoption status with email updates.
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Rixa

Rat Terrier

Female, 3 mos
Hartford, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Meet Rixa! Kova is an adorable 3-month-old Rat Terrier mix. Weighing in at just 4 pounds, she’s small but full of personality! Rixa loves making friends and gets along wonderfully with other dogs and kids. She’s a smart little pup who is working hard on her puppy basics and is already excelling at house training. If you’re looking for a sweet, playful companion to join your family, Rixa might be the perfect match!
We'll also keep you updated on Milo's adoption status with email updates.
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Milo

Rat Terrier/Chihuahua

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Bristol, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,
Story
Meet Milo, a super sweet and adorable ~1 year old neutered male rat terrier/chihuahua mix, weighing about 16 lbs! This little guy is friendly, mellow, and easygoing. He gets along well with other dogs of all sizes, people, and kids. He has not been cat tested, so we are unsure how he would do with cats. He is a lap dog who enjoys being near his people or snuggling up with his doggo friends. He also loves to play!  Milo is medically up to date, housebroken, and crate trained. The total package! Apply to meet this darling boy today!  Click HERE for Adoption Application: pawsrescueleague.org/adopt Adoption fees vary based on the dog and are not negotiable. As a small rescue that does not receive government funding or grants, we rely on adoption fees to stay afloat. Adoption fees help cover the following: vaccinations, wellness exams, heartworm/4DX testing, parasite prevention, spay/neuter (age-appropriate), microchipping, transport expenses, and other rescue-related overhead/administrative costs. Paws Rescue League, Inc is an all-inclusive rescue that does NOT only rescue puppies and young, healthy dogs.  We make a point to also rescue seniors, dogs with special needs, moms, and other “less desirable” dogs, knowing that we will likely incur higher veterinary expenses and that these dogs may take longer to get adopted.  As such, an individual adoption fee is not only reimbursing PRL for expenses directly related to that dog, but it is also helping us to continue our mission of taking in dogs that would otherwise be too much of a financial burden to save. We believe that ALL dogs deserve a second chance. Thank you for your support and understanding! ##2612653##
We'll also keep you updated on Blu's adoption status with email updates.
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Blu

Rat Terrier

Male, Puppy
Northfield, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Blu is an exceptionally outgoing puppy! He has yet to meet a dog, cat, or person that he hasn't tried to play or cuddle with. Blu is the type of dog that will take a hike with you then take a nap on you. This puppy is sweet and affectionate and often acts as my shadow throughout the day. In addition to being friendly, he is very well trained. Blu knows the commands sit, stay, come, and paw. He will wait by his food bowl until he is given the command to eat. He is crate trained and will go to it when told. Blu's recall is also exceptional and rarely requires being leashed in the yard when he needs to go outside. As for his health, he is as healthy as a puppy can be. Blu has received all of his vaccinations and got all of his puppy checkups.
We'll also keep you updated on Maddie's adoption status with email updates.
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Maddie

Rat Terrier/Jack Russell Terrier

Female, Adult
Middlebury, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
Story
Meet Maddie, a sweet and spirited 7-year-old mixed terrier looking for her perfect forever home. She’s incredibly smart, eager to learn, and happiest playing fetch, splashing in the water, or snuggling under a blanket with her humans. She adores ear scritches, baby carrots, and learning new tricks—especially when treats are involved! Maddie also loves tracking chipmunks. While her recall is excellent, a fenced yard is ideal to keep her safe during her explorations. She’s a sensitive soul who thrives with a little support and takes daily antianxiety medication and Proin, both of which she often takes with cheese! Maddie prefers all four paws on the ground and does not enjoy being picked up. She would do best as the only dog in a calm, adult home—young children and other dogs make her nervous, and she blossoms most when she feels secure. If you’re looking for a loyal, cuddly companion with a playful streak and a big heart, Maddie might be your perfect match!
We'll also keep you updated on Bowser's adoption status with email updates.
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Bowser

Rat Terrier/Dachshund

Male, Adult
Rocky Hill, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
Welcome 4-year-old Bowser to CCPAL Rescue. Bowser is a Rat Terrier mix. We think he is mixed with Dachshund. He appears to be house trained because he doesn’t like to go in his kennel even though there is a wee pad. He is smart. He is adorable and weighs about 15 pounds. He is good on a leash and knows the sit command. He is lower on the shedding scale. He loves car rides and if he is off leash and you need him to come, you can open the car door and he will jump in. The only thing he isn’t great at is nail trims. He doesn’t like them, so we let the vet techs do that at his appointments or his groomer. He would be a great walking companion. He has lived in a home with small children and did great. We would like all the children to be 8 or older. He is very affectionate and liked it when Colin held him today. He can run very fast and he comes when you call. He is good with other dogs, even when bigger than himself. He isn’t over vocal and will bond deeply to his human. Many people love the Rat Terrier breed because of their loving nature. He is currently in Texas at the CCPAL Rescue. He is getting his vaccines topped up and will be ready for his new forever home as soon as we find his placement. We think a moderately active family would be best. He is loving and cuddly but will need a yard to play in or a walk daily to get his exercise in. He is a Rat Terrier so he will have fun checking the yard for rodents. He can be adopted locally in Texas or we can work with one of the wonderful transporters to get him to Washington, Porltand, Minnesota, Vermont or all along the East Coast. His adoption fee is 400 and transport is $200. Rhode Island and Massachusetts are not states we adopt to because of the regulations imposed by these states Contact Marlene at 210-867-1769 or email to ccpalinquiries@gmail.com if you have questions. Online applications at www.ccpalrescue.org See his cute video!!

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Rat Terrier shelters & rescues in Connecticut

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

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Cowboy Capital Pet Assistance League - CT transport

30 Waterchase Dr., Rocky Hill , CT 06067

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Paws Rescue League Inc - CT

Bristol , CT 06010

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L & S Dog Diggity Rescue - CT Transport Stop

East Hartford , CT 06118

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Charming Pet Rescue - CT Transport Stop

Hartford , CT 06101

Pet Types: dogs

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All About the Dogs Rescue

PO Box 1853, New Milford , CT 06776

Pet Types: dogs

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Furry Flights to Freedom - CT Chapter

Sharon , CT 06069

Pet Types: dogs

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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.

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