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Rat Terrier puppies and dogs in Maryland

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

Rat Terrier/Chihuahua

Male, Young
Bowie, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained,
Story
Squirt is all about spreading joy! He is a playful young pup with a curious nature and friendly personality. While fetch might not be his thing, Squirt makes up for it with his personality. He loves to play and run around, but also loves hanging out and napping with his favorite human. He generally seems to get along with dogs. He may be a tad shy meeting new people, but give him a minute and he will be your best friend. He is an unknown around kids, but due to his size, he would be best with kids over 10 years. He’s a pro on the leash, making walks a delightful adventure. Just be prepared for some toy evisceration—Squirt’s enthusiasm knows no bounds! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to welcome Squirt into your home and experience the joy of having a furry friend by your side! My Profile Age and weight: I'm 2 years old and weigh 10 pounds Good with kids: I'm good with kids over 10 years old Good with dogs: Yes Good with cats: Unknown Fenced yard: No Suitable for townhouse and/or apartment: Yes House trained: Mostly Crate trained: Yes Barks when left alone: I’ll bark when you leave, but then I’ll settle down Chews inappropriate items: No Training: I'm looking forward to training class Activity level: Medium Meet Me If you are interested in Squirt, consider letting us know by filling out a (no-obligation) adoption application. Please consult our Adoption FAQ before contacting us. Please check the adoption-show-attendees page to see if Squirt will be attending the next adoption show. NOTE: We are an all volunteer group and do not operate a shelter. All of our animals are in foster homes. We are unable to place our animals outside of the Baltimore/DC area.
We'll also keep you updated on Angel's adoption status with email updates.
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Angel

Rat Terrier

Female, Adult
Westminster, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.All of the animals posted on our site have been temperament tested. While not all are in the immediate area, once we have processed and approved your application, we will move the dog to our adoptive area for you to meet, greet and hopefully adopt. Sometimes we will have more than one application on a dog. That does not mean it automatically goes to another family but you should be aware of the fact that until you are approved and set up for the meet/greet.. the dog could get adopted by another applicant.Small and full of the joy of life, Angel has super long, slender legs and a loving temperament. She was raised around many other dogs and cats and is good with all of them. She loves to be with her person and enjoys car rides. Always interested and happy to see and try new things, you would never know she is an older girl unless she told you she was 7. Healthy and happy, she was born to be a companion dog and her small natural weight and size have helped her with that goal. She tries hard to always be a good girl and will look to her human to see what is expected. Long done with puppy nuttiness, she has learned the wisdom of being able to sit quietly, but really enjoys being out and about, too. If you are thinking of adding a little girl to your home, Angel is a perfect choice.   If you are interested in Angel, please fill out an application at: https://reachoutrescue.rescuegroups.org/forms/form?formid=4588    Or contact: rorrcanine@gmail.com   *** Click here to sponsor this dog! ***Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.July 23, 2024, 10:55 am
We'll also keep you updated on Dolce (watch my video)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Dolce (watch my video)

Rat Terrier/Chihuahua

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
Ellicott City, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained,
Story
Adopt Dolce: Your New Best Friend in Training! I am so sweet, watch my video.. Meet Dolce, a pint-sized terrier with a heart full of love! At just 15 lbs and around 1-2 years old with soulful eyes, Dolce is the perfect mix of sweet and spunky. She is a gentle soul who's always up for playtime. She loves making new doggy friends and will brighten your day with her wagging tail and warm eyes. While she enjoys playtime, Dolce is also a quiet little lady who’s happy to relax by your side. Dolce is working on trusting humans and can be a bit shy and timid at first, but she’s always so gentle and just needs a little patience and love to blossom. Once Dolce settles in, she’ll be the most loyal and loving companion you could ask for. Ready to give Dolce the forever home she deserves? Mostly housebroken and crate trained, Dolce is also learning to walk on a leash. With a bit of guidance and encouragement, she’ll be your perfect walking buddy but for now a fenced yard is a requirement for this sweet girl. We wish we knew her story, but she is a young dog (she found herself in a high-kill shelter in Texas and would most certainly have been euthanized if not pulled), coming out of her shell more and more each day-will jump up on the couch to sit with you, she isn't yet fully comfortable with being picked up but will allow it- then she just melts into you, loves her scratches and snuggles. Dolce still has a way to go but looking for her hero who will give her time to become the gem that she will be. PLEASE NOTE- AN APPLICATION FROM THE WEBSITE ALMOSTHOMEDOGS.ORG IS REQUIRED prior to any meet and greet. Calling, emailing and using the “contact us” link is not useful and will delay your consideration in the adoption of the dog. Petfinder inquires are not sent to us. The adoption fee is $425, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including age appropriate vaccinations, worming, flea/tick preventative and spay/neuter. All of our dogs will be microchipped. APPLY AT ALMOSTHOMEDOGS.ORG (click on the word "Adopt" at top of page to find the dropdown menu with application) Because our dogs are in foster homes, applications are required prior to setting up any appointments. Calling or emailing may delay your consideration. Find our application on our website, almosthomedogs.org, then click on "Adopt" tab at top We are a non profit no kill 501 (c)3 rescue. Please understand that we do our best to describe our dogs but often we rescue them with virtually no information about them and often our best educated guess can be challenging. Currently check, cash or venmo is preferred payment
We'll also keep you updated on Hutch FJ's adoption status with email updates.
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Hutch FJ

Rat Terrier

Male, 4 mos
Baltimore, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
SOOOOOO how many people remember Starsky and Hutch?? Probably not too many! But if you DO, please don't prejudice us with the "wildness" of our namesakes'! OK, we are a LITTLE wild and cute cute cute! Found in a neighborhood together at about 2-3 months old, we could have had a very different life.... however, we were found by a couple of high school boys who immediately drove us to the rescue to see if they would help at 5pm on a Friday evening. AND IT WORKED!!! We are a couple of cute boys, we are barkers and that is part of the breed- Rat Terriers are busy and smart and active and they bark! We are cute when we bark though :) We do not have to be adopted together, although we love each other and have been together our WHOLE lives.... but we can be adopted apart. We may be nervous at first if adopted separately but if you follow the 3/3/3 rule, it will take us time to adjust in our new home anyway!! (you will find a copy of the 3/3/3 rules in our medical record if you adopt one or both of us) We are waiting for the right family/families to come along and we hope that we find you or you find us soooonnnnn!! Local adoption fee is $250 (in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $550 (includes transport to your area)
We'll also keep you updated on Starsky FJ's adoption status with email updates.
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Starsky FJ

Rat Terrier

Male, 4 mos
Baltimore, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
SOOOOOO how many people remember Starsky and Hutch?? Probably not too many! But if you DO, please don't prejudice us with the "wildness" of our namesakes'! OK, we are a LITTLE wild and cute cute cute! Found in a neighborhood together at about 2-3 months old, we could have had a very different life.... however, we were found by a couple of high school boys who immediately drove us to the rescue to see if they would help at 5pm on a Friday evening. AND IT WORKED!!! We are a couple of cute boys, we are barkers and that is part of the breed- Rat Terriers are busy and smart and active and they bark! We are cute when we bark though :) We do not have to be adopted together, although we love each other and have been together our WHOLE lives.... but we can be adopted apart. We may be nervous at first if adopted separately but if you follow the 3/3/3 rule, it will take us time to adjust in our new home anyway!! (you will find a copy of the 3/3/3 rules in our medical record if you adopt one or both of us) We are waiting for the right family/families to come along and we hope that we find you or you find us soooonnnnn!! Local adoption fee is $250 (in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $550 (includes transport to your area)
We'll also keep you updated on Austin's adoption status with email updates.
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Austin

Rat Terrier/Labrador Retriever

Male, 8 mos
Potomac, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
Behold the heart-melting charm of Austin, the 8 month-old Rat Terrier/Lab mix. This mid-sized marvel, weighing in at a perfect 30 pounds, is a bundle of joy and intelligence wrapped in fur. Austin's sparkling eyes and wagging tail are just the beginning. He's a quick learner and a people-pleaser, always eager to show off his smarts and win your heart. House training? Check. Leash training? Nailed it. Crate training? You bet! Austin is making fantastic strides in all the right areas. With Austin, every day is a new adventure filled with play, love, and endless cuddles. If you're looking for a sweet, smart, and incredibly affectionate pup to complete your family, Austin is your perfect match. Get ready for a lifetime of tail wags, wet nose kisses, and unconditional love! Austin is neutered and up-to-date on vaccines. The adoption fee for this dog is $425 which includes routine vetting and spay/neuter. PetConnect Rescue cannot guarantee the exact breed of any animal in our care. The breed listed is based on any background we may have been provided, and the general appearance of the animal at the time they enter our system. For more information, please email mmartiniano@petconnectrescue.org. **If you're viewing this on Petfinder, please visit www.petconnectrescue.org to complete our non-binding application.**

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Rat Terrier shelters & rescues in Maryland

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SPCA/Humane Society Of Prince George's County Maryland

P.O. Box 925, Bowie , MD 20718

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MAS Rescue, Inc.

Baltimore , MD 21224

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Unconditional Love Pet Rescue, MD transport

Towson transport , MD 21204

Pet Types: dogs

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Almost Home Dog Rescue

Ellicott City , MD 21042

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PetConnect Rescue

PO Box 60714, Potomac , MD 20859

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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