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Rat Terrier puppies and dogs in Hartford, Connecticut

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Betty *pending

Rat Terrier Australian Shepherd

Female, Puppy
Hartford, CT
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
PLEASE NOTE! Unless stated otherwise, our dogs and puppies are located in Arkansas, and transported to the north/northeast once adopted. We do occasionally have dogs/puppies placed in foster homes in the north/northeast. In the cases where the pet is somewhere other than Arkansas, it will be noted beside the name of the pet. Update 2/24/24 Still available.  2/2/24 Betty is a friendly, outgoing puppy who loves to play. She gets the zoomies and plays hard for a few minutes, then will crash for a power nap. She is smart and energetic. She is working on housetraining and coming along well. Her mom is a rat terrier mix (med size) and her dad (from what we were told) is a Mini Australian Shepherd mix. Based on current size, I would not plan on her staying small; she will most likely be medium sized, around 40 lbs. She is about 3 months old. Located in Arkansas, but transport is available. Adopter must be able to pick up or arrange for someone to pick up for them at one of the following times/locations. Harrisburg, PA 2am Fridays Port Jervis, NJ 5am Fridays Southington, CT 8am Fridays East Hartford, CT 11am Fridays To apply, please fill out the adoption app: https://form.jotform.com/212690945239059 email apps.aasr@gmail.com with any questions. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.Our typical adoption fee for puppies younger than 6 months old is $400, and for older puppies and adults, the usual fee is $350. This includes microchip, spay/neuter,  up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, dewormings, flea/tick treatment, and heartworm test (if over 6 months old) as well as heartworm treatment if they test positive. There is a transport fee of $150 per dog, depending on the transporter. We use Pack Leaders Rescue Dog Transport most often, but also use Hearts Transport as well on occasion. Please visit our Facebook page too! https://www.facebook.com/adoptastrayrescueorg For more info regarding adopting, email apps.aasr@gmail.com Thank you for considering one of our rescue babies!May 5, 2024, 9:53 pm
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Harry DS*

Rat Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Puppy
Hartford, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Harry and Eleanor?? Such SERIOUS names for a couple of goofy pups! We came from a somewhat sad and seriously MESSED up place but now we may be a little shy but we are definitely NOT SERIOUS :) We are JRT/Rat Terrier mixed siblings, each of us is cute and loving in our own right. Under 15# of absolute adorableness is who we are. We are both still a little nervous, I mean we came from a pretty horrific situation so know that we were not handled and loved on until the last month or so in our foster home... but we are learning so much and having a blast! We are great together but do not have to be adopted together. We will need at least another dog with us to show us the ropes and keep us company in our new family. We are good with everyone so that will be pretty easy :) Look one of us up and ADOPT...DON'T SHOP!!! SO MANY LIVES' DEPEND ON IT!! Local adoption fee is $350 (in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $600 (includes transport to your area, $50 temporary fuel fee will be included)
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Juniper SG

Rat Terrier

Female, Puppy
Hartford, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
Just like the mighty Juniper tree, I am built for beauty, hardiness and smarty pantsies :) I fill the space with a beauty not known by many puppies :) Ok I will quit promoting myself, but if you see my pics... you will see how awesome I am!! I am a terrier mixed pup, not tall in stature but boy will I make up for that in personality!!! I am ready for your home, kids?? no problem, other dogs, no problem!! Adopt me soon!!! Local adoption fee is $250 (in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $500 (includes transport to your area, $50 temporary fuel fee will be included)
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Petey RD

Rat Terrier Jack Russell Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 10 mos
Hartford, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Petey... He is one soulful dude. He loves everyone unconditionally. Wants to be with you every minute. When you don't pay attention to him, he will stare at you with his soulful eyes. He loves to sleep on you or near you. Potty trained, everyone friendly even cats. Very happy boy! He was in the Fiesta parade with the rescue this weekend and was so happy to be out having fun with his friends and making new friends!!! He is just the right social butterfly for an active and happy home!! This boy is so great and will make someone a wonderful and social companion!!! Local adoption fee is $200 (in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $400 (includes transport to your area, $50 temporary fuel fee will be included)
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Olivia meet 5/10

Rat Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 mos
East Hartford, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Olivia (f) and Odin (m) are 3 month old Ray Terrier mixes. These babies are super sweet, playful and just all around adorable! They love everyone they meet and are good with other pups. They are curious, social and wonderful babies looking for their forever homes! They are spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccines and microchipped. If you’re interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website at https://packleadersrescue.com/adoption-application/
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Odin meet 5/10

Rat Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 mos
East Hartford, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Olivia (f) and Odin (m) are 3 month old Ray Terrier mixes. These babies are super sweet, playful and just all around adorable! They love everyone they meet and are good with other pups. They are curious, social and wonderful babies looking for their forever homes! They are spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccines and microchipped. If you’re interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website at https://packleadersrescue.com/adoption-application/

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Macy from TEXAS

Rat Terrier

Female, Adult
Rocky Hill, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Macy is located in TEXAS. There are not enough homes for all the unwanted dogs down there, so she is willing to relocate for a good, loving, forever home. Macy looks like a rat terrier. We are guessing she is around 3 years of age and she weighs 15 pounds. As expected, she was a bit leery of the other dogs at first but now she is just as happy and playful as she can be. Macy is very affectionate and loves attention and pets. She likes to sit next to you on the couch and grumbles at the other dogs to keep them away so she can have all the attention. This is a bad habit and should not be encouraged. Macy is crate-trained and well-behaved in the house. She likes to roll herself up in a blanket when sleeping. Macy is getting chubby after her spay and her new family needs to take her on walks to lose weight. Macy is doing well with housetraining but may need more work. Because Macy is small, she must be protected from rough treatment by children or big dogs that could hurt her. She must also be protected from raptors and other outdoor predators. Macy must be an inside dog and a loved member of the family. To avoid injury, she will need steps to get on and off the couch and other furniture. Macy must be walked on a leash and would like a secure, fenced yard to run and play. Macy is healthy. She is spayed and tattooed, fully vaccinated (DAPPvL2, Bordatella, rabies), and microchipped. She is negative for heartworms and receives monthly heartworm and flea prevention. ALL transport costs are included in the adoption fee with delivery to Danbury, Glastonbury, or Union CT. Macy is located in Texas and cannot be transported until after she is adopted. Please send an email to 2manydogstx@gmail.com if you are interested in adopting this little sweet girl. Our website is 2manydogsrescue.org and if you are on Facebook, PLEASE visit and LIKE our page: www.facebook.com/2ManyDogsRescue
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Maddie

Rat Terrier

Female, Adult
Enfield, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
To adopt please fill out an adoption application. Maddie is a 5yo female rat terrier mix who is being surrendered by her owner in Memphis who can no longer care for her. Maddie is twice the size of a rat terrier but that’s what she looks like… a big rat terrier!  Maddie is very affectionate with her people and loves to be close and cuddle. Medium activity level outside, calm inside. She’s fine with other dogs and living happily with another dog in the family. Good with kids and recommended for children 6 years and older.  Fine with cats. Not crated. Housebroken except for rare accidents. Obeys basic commands.  Loves to be with her people.  Healthy and fully vetted, current on shots, spayed, weighs about 45 pounds.  Here’s a note from Maddie’s foster mom:  Maddie is as loyal as they come, sweet, affectionate, loves to cuddle and be close to her people. Loves a comfy spot with a pillow. She doesn’t know how to cover herself with blanket/sheet but does enjoy it if you cover her when it’s chilly (fan on, breeze, etc.). If bothered during her slumber, she may growl like a grumpy old lady but just tell her to “hush!” HA! Does not beg for food and will (very happily!) sit for treats & is gentle taking them. She needs to have you within eyesight when she’s eating her food. Loves to play fetch with her toys inside but doesn’t do the same with sticks outside. She’ll chase them but not pick them up & bring them back. Known to take one of your shoes to lay with when alone. Also known to snag a stick of butter off the counter! When left alone, she’ll mind her business and nap, but will definitely be awaiting your return! She’s good taking baths, likes ice cubes (so don’t worry about picking up any you drop!), bully sticks, and LOVES small squeaky toys! To adopt please fill out an adoption application.Contact us at reply@gooddogrescue.com  visit us at Good Dog RescueMay 5, 2024, 11:56 am
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Claude

Rat Terrier

Male, Puppy
Waterbury, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Email anytime: heavenlybliss699@yahoo.com  Phone calls are only accepted Mon-Thur from 10 AM to 5 PM Fri and Sat 4 pm to 6 pm; NO calls will be taken on Sunday; 270-498-6773  www.kindnessforhomelesspaws.com   PLEASE VISIT THE RESCUES WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION ON ADOPTION, THE TWO FORMS OF ADOPTION THE RESCUE HAS.  NEWLY LISTED PUPS ARE DIRECT ADOPTION ONLY WHICH IS EXPLAINED ON THE WEBSITE.   APPLICATIONS ARE ON OUR WEBSITE, ADDITIONAL PICTURES ARE ON OUR FACEBOOK   WWW.KINDNESSFORHOMELESSPAWS.COM  Email anytime: heavenlybliss699@yahoo.com  Phone calls are only accepted Mon-Thur from 10 AM to 5 PM; NO calls will be taken on Sunday; 270-498-6773. www.kindnessforhomelesspaws.comMay 5, 2024, 3:17 pm
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Collin

Rat Terrier

Male, Puppy
Waterbury, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Email anytime: heavenlybliss699@yahoo.com  Phone calls are only accepted Mon-Thur from 10 AM to 5 PM Fri and Sat 4 pm to 6 pm; NO calls will be taken on Sunday; 270-498-6773  www.kindnessforhomelesspaws.com  he does have an older scratch to his eye we will be having the vet look at it but it has a glare PLEASE VISIT THE RESCUES WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION ON ADOPTION, THE TWO FORMS OF ADOPTION THE RESCUE HAS.  NEWLY LISTED PUPS ARE DIRECT ADOPTION ONLY WHICH IS EXPLAINED ON THE WEBSITE.   APPLICATIONS ARE ON OUR WEBSITE, ADDITIONAL PICTURES ARE ON OUR FACEBOOK   WWW.KINDNESSFORHOMELESSPAWS.COM  Email anytime: heavenlybliss699@yahoo.com  Phone calls are only accepted Mon-Thur from 10 AM to 5 PM; NO calls will be taken on Sunday; 270-498-6773. www.kindnessforhomelesspaws.comMay 5, 2024, 3:17 pm
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Cooper

Rat Terrier Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
Union transport, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Thank you for checking out our wonderful orphans.  If you would like to find out more please email or call Diane at...diane@ulpr.org or 870-577-3744.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.May 6, 2024, 1:14 am
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Carter

Rat Terrier Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
Union transport, CT
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Thank you for checking out our wonderful orphans. We post videos for each pet so you can really get to know them. If you would like to find out more please email or call Diane at...diane@ulpr.org or 870-577-3744.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.May 6, 2024, 1:14 am

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Ruthie

Jack Russell Terrier Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Female, 3 yrs
Hartford, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This gal and 3 others were surrendered due to her elderly owners not being able to care for her. Unfortunately, they would forget to feed them and give them water. They have bounced back wonderfully! She is the leader of the small group but is very sweet to strangers. She will go up and say Hi to people. She does well around kids, not sure about cats. She is a very happy dog! She just has a smile all the time and seems to enjoy just being around people. We think she was housetrained but will probably need some help with it again. A leash is okay with her, She's just a bit cautious. She is a really great girl who's looking for a forever family to take care if her.
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Snuggles

Jack Russell Terrier Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Female, 3 yrs
Hartford, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This gal and 3 otheres were surrendered due to her elderly owners not being able to care for her. Unfortunately they would forget to feed them and give them water. They have bounced back wonderfully! Snuggles is the shyest of the group. She is friendly but a bit hesitant at first. She warms up to people quickly and does enjoy getting some love! She is good around kids, not sure about kids. We're assuming she's had some housetraining but may need some work with it. She is okay on a leash after a little while. She likes to play and does well with new dogs, she just needs some time to adjust to them. She is a sweetheart, although shy. She would be good with any family who would have some patience for her. She is being fostered in TN but we use the most animal-friendly transport on the road. Rescue Riders Pet Transport. They transport every weekend alternating between the Northeast and the Midwest.
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Marrying Sam

Jack Russell Terrier

Male, Adult
Hartford, CT
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Meet Sam. He is a very friendly guy that loves running around, chasing toys, and getting attention from people once he gets to know you. If you are interested in meeting him, the first step in our adoption process is to go to our website www.adoggie4you.org and complete an application for him. He is about 10 pounds, 2 years old and his adoption fee is $300.00. This dog is currently in Texas; however, it can be transported to Washington, Portland (Oregon), Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, Des Moines, Omaha, Cin cinnati, Lexington KY, or all along the East Coast. If transported, there is an additional transport fee of $225 . We do not transport to Rhode Island or Massachusetts due to their regulations. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.May 5, 2024, 10:25 am

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Adopt A Stray - CT transport

Hartford, CT 06112

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God's Dogs Rescue of TX in CT Transport Stop

Hartford, CT 06101

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God's Dogs Rescue of TX in CT Transport Stop

Hartford, CT 06101

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God's Dogs Rescue of TX in CT Transport Stop

Hartford, CT 06101

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4.3 miles

Pack Leaders Rescue of Connecticut

East Hartford, CT 06108

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4.3 miles

Pack Leaders Rescue of Connecticut

East Hartford, CT 06108

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5.2 miles

L & S Dog Diggity Rescue - CT Transport Stop

East Hartford, CT 06118

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7.8 miles

2 Many Dogs Rescue CT transport

Rocky Hill, CT 06067

Pet Types: dogs

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16.8 miles

Good Dog Rescue

Enfield, CT 06082

Pet Types: dogs

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21.6 miles

Kindness For Homeless Paws~NORTH

Reidville Drive, Waterbury, CT 06705

Pet Types: cats, dogs, horses

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