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Rat Terrier puppies and dogs in Merrillville, Indiana

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Marshall

Rat Terrier American Bulldog

Male, Adult
Michigan City, IN
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
'Sup peeps? Have you ever wondered what an American Bulldog/Rat Terrier looks like? Well, it looks like ME, Marshall! It looks like 20-pounds of scruffy-in-some-places, not-so-scruffy-in-other-places cuteness! I have short fur; I have wiry fur! The humans say I'm a funky lil' fellow but they also tell me how ridiculously obsessed they are with me. I don't know what the word "stranger" means. Everyone is my friend immediately. I want to greet each and every person that I walk by. As far as other furry friends and kiddos go, as long as they are nice to me, I'd love to be their furbrother! I didn't wanna tell you this part but the humans said, "Marshallllll, if you want to write your own profile, you gotta be honest!" So, blah, blah, blah here it is...I like to dig. To where I can exit my yard. And I will do it time and time again. So, I'll need you to be with me outside or make sure I am leashed so I don't zoom off somewhere unsafe...because I will if given the opportunity! Okay, enough of that unfun info...I want a home where I can be with someone a lotta the time! It makes my puppy heart sad when I am alone because I'm such an extrovert! So, an apartment setting probably isn't best for me and I'd love it most if someone was home often! Let's become a fam! I wanna snuggle, snuggle, snuggle with you. I'm about two years old and am neutered. Love ya already! Love, Marshall.
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Bea (IL)

Rat Terrier

Female, Adult
Plainfield, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Looking for a companion for walking, hiking, camping, RVing, hunting, farming, or anything outdoors? This is your dog! Bea is a beautiful 3- to 5-year-old with many of the characteristics typical of a Decker rat terrier, not least of which is her size--30 lbs. Before coming to New Rescue, Bea showed up at a Missouri country home, where she quickly befriended the resident Lab puppy and demonstrated what a nature girl she is. She enjoyed roaming the five wooded acres and tracking and chasing critters!   Now in her foster home, Bea has had a chance to show off more of her awesome qualities. She is sweet, gentle, polite, quiet, and smart. She already understands some commands and will easily learn more! She walks nicely on a leash and looks forward to daily walks. She's also house-trained and lets you know when she needs to go out to potty. For those of you who work from home, Bea is the perfect coworker, quietly napping on her dog bed in the office during the workday. She's working on how to meet and greet other dogs with trips to the local dog park.    Bea is looking for a family that loves the outdoors as much as she does. A wide-open country space to explore or a large fenced property would be great. Otherwise regular, substantial (she can go for hours) leashed walks are a must. A home where Bea can relax and be her happy, playful self would bring out the best in this nature gal. See more Bea in her online album at https://imageevent.com/newrattitude/bea . Our adoption fee is $200 for adult dogs or $250 for puppies under 6 months old. If you are interested in adopting this dog, PLEASE READ THE DETAILED ADOPTION PROCESS information on our website at www. NewRattitude.org/adopt/  From there, you can access our adoption application or contact our Adoption Team for more info. April 16, 2024, 9:33 pm
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Sage

Rat Terrier

Male, Adult
Morton Grove, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Sage comes to us from Arkansas. His owner could no longer care for him. He is dog and cat friendly and would love to be a lapdog! Please come meet him today!THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN SAVING A LIFE!Volunteers and staff are excited to assist you in the adoption process! Contact us at rescue@wright-wayrescue.org or call us today at (847) 728-5434. THERE ARE TWO WAYS TO ADOPT FROM WRIGHT-WAY RESCUE:OPTION ONE: RESERVE A PET IN ADVANCE by filling out an online application at https://wright-wayrescue.org/adoption-application-page- Our typical turnaround time for applications is within 48 hours.- An email will be sent to you once your application is approved. This email will include instructions on how to proceed with our reservation process. - Please note: The location listed in an animal's profile does not indicate where the animal is available for adoption. Almost all of our adoptions are carried out at our Morton Grove facility.OPTION TWO: COME INTO THE ADOPTION CENTER AND MEET THEM ALL! The adoption center is located at 5915 W Lincoln Ave in Morton Grove, IL 60053. It is open Mondays 1 pm-5 pm, Thursdays 1 pm-8 pm, Fridays 1 pm-8 pm, Saturdays 11 am-4 pm, and Sundays 11 am-4 pm. If you want to learn more about our mission, please read here: https://wright-wayrescue.org/our-mission.
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Harry DS*

Rat Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Puppy
Rosemont, IL
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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Sunlee

Rat Terrier

Female, Adult
Itasca, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
FAST FACTS:*6 Years Old - 14 Pounds*Snuggly and Affectionate*Loves Blankets, Cuddles, and Enjoys Car Rides*Low/Medium Energy*People Friendly*Only Pet*Mostly Potty Trained*Crate TrainedBIO:Hi there! My name is Sunlee, and I want to bring my happy, affectionate sunshine personality to your life! I am a snuggly little lap dog who is happiest when I can curl up with you under a warm blanket for movie nights and tv show binge marathons. My favorite activities include going for car rides and being carried around like a baby so I can sneak in an extra hug or two. I am very friendly with people, but because I like all your attention focused on cuddling with me I think I would do best as your only pet. I have good manners in the house and am potty and crate trained; I know to do my business outside, but if I have to hold it for very long hours I might have to use a potty pad. I have pretty good leash manners, too, though I prefer short walks and will lead you back towards home when I decide exercise time is done haha! If you love that lounging lifestyle and are looking for a best furry friend to relax by your side, I am the girl for you! I hope you fill out an adoption application, because I would like to get comfortable on your couch and catch up on my stories soon!If you'd like to adopt this dog, please get started by filling out a complete application (incomplete submissions cannot be sent.) Please note that while we take time to learn as much as we can about each dog in our care as possible, our bios are written from current observations. Though we do our best to share as much information as possible about each dog we care for, we are unable to make any guarantees on the future health or temperament of your adopted dog. Most dogs in our care come with unknown pre-rescue history, and information pertaining to breed and age are often educated guesses.

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Rat Terrier shelters & rescues in Merrillville, Indiana

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Shelter

31.2 miles

Michiana Humane Society

722 Indiana Hwy 212, Michigan City, IN 46360

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Rescue

43.5 miles

New Rattitude - Illinois

Plainfield, IL 60586

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

44.9 miles

Wright-Way Rescue

5915 Lincoln Ave, Morton Grove, IL 60053

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

45.5 miles

God's Dogs Rescue of TX for IL Transport Stop

Rosemont, IL 60018

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

47.7 miles

Fetching Tails Foundation

Po Box 463, Itasca, IL 60143

Pet Types: dogs

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