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Vulcan

Rat Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Hagerstown, MD
Size
(when grown) -
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Spayed or Neutered,
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Meet Vulcan! 🐾 Vulcan is a sweet and sensitive little Terrier/Rat Terrier mix who just needs a little time to warm up to new people. While he can be a bit nervous at first, once he trusts you, he becomes the most loyal companion and will happily follow you everywhere. If you’re looking for a devoted shadow with a big heart, Vulcan may be your perfect match. This handsome boy is a total cuddle bug who loves snuggling up close to his people. He enjoys the company of other dogs. Vulcan is still working on his house training, but he’s making progress and will thrive with patience, consistency, and lots of encouragement. Vulcan’s gentle personality shines once he feels safe and comfortable. Watching him gain confidence and build trust is incredibly rewarding, and the bond you’ll share will be well worth the wait. He’s looking for a family that understands that sometimes the sweetest dogs just need a little extra reassurance. Vulcan’s adoption fee is $300 and includes his neuter, age-appropriate vaccines, parasite prevention, and microchip. If you’d like to make Vulcan part of your family, apply today at fullcirclerescueandsanctuary.com. 🐾💕

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Peabody

Rat Terrier Chihuahua

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
Hagerstown, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
LOCAL ADOPTION ONLY. Peabody is a 2-year-old Rat Terrier mix (we think). He was pulled into our rescue from an over-crowded, rural, KY shelter because he was not tolerating the environment well and was shut down. He was terrified when first arriving at his fosters home. It took time…but not much. We have video evidence that he is a Velcro mix. He likes dogs about his size, but gets passive-aggressive with bigger dogs. Meaning he runs his mouth. He would have no problem with another, playful dog or being the one-and-only. He likes to watch TV on the couch, beside you, with his eyes closed. He will be the big spoon every night and knows how to fit perfectly into the small of your back. Peabody will likely need the expected 3 days to decompress in a new environment. But once he has stopped fretting, he’ll be melting like butter in your lap. We think Peabody needs to find that doesn’t require transport, so applications must be local to TN. I need to be adopted in Crossville, Tennessee. FOCCAS is a foster based, non-profit rescue in Crossville, TN. The adoption fee Includes Age-Appropriate Vaccinations (DA2PPV, Bordetella, Rabies), Deworming, Spay/Neuter, Microchip, Flea/Tick/Heartworm Prevention, and Sheltering. Adult Dogs are Heartworm Tested and Treated as Needed. FOCCAS does not DNA test or guarantee breed. Peabody's adoption fee is $300.If transport is needed, there are additional fees to cover department of agriculture requirements and transport, the additional fee adds $300 to the adoption fee (any location out of Tennessee, East Coast, Great Lakes or New England regions)Thank You for Your Interest in Adopting a Canine Companion from Foccas-tn.org!To Apply Please Copy and Paste to your browser:https://service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=hb2428&method=online_form_html&formid=41LOCATED IN CROSSVILLE, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, TN. WE CAN TRANSPORT OUT OF STATE, Visit out website for a full list of adoptable pets… https://foccas-tn.org/

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BEST FRIEND BUDDY

Rat Terrier Beagle

Male, Senior
Hagerstown, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Best friend Buddy is the total package. He loves people and greets everyone, always eager for attention.   At 12, Buddy ended up in a rural Tennessee shelter. We do not know his backstory or why such a sweet boy would land in a shelter. We may never know.     At Critter Cavalry, we adore seniors and believe they deserve every chance to find a loving home. You won’t regret considering Buddy—he loves everyone, whether human or animal. Buddy is everyone’s best friend.     Buddy is healthy for a senior. He has limited sight and hearing, but is otherwise in good shape. He navigates his foster home easily and enjoys exploring the fenced yard. He comes when called—just use a louder voice.   Buddy is ready to retire with a couple eager to add him to their family. He’d love a fenced yard to explore—size isn’t important—and an active retirement with short walks and car rides. He will be a wonderful addition to a family that matches his lifestyle.   If you want a new best friend, Buddy is perfect for you. To learn more about adopting him, contact Vivienne at vivienneajames@gmail.com or 615-943-7311. Approved application and adoption fee required.    July 19, 2026, 6:58 pm

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These Rat Terriers are available for adoption close to Hagerstown, Maryland.
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Vulcan

Rat Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Hagerstown, MD
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Vulcan! 🐾 Vulcan is a sweet and sensitive little Terrier/Rat Terrier mix who just needs a little time to warm up to new people. While he can be a bit nervous at first, once he trusts you, he becomes the most loyal companion and will happily follow you everywhere. If you’re looking for a devoted shadow with a big heart, Vulcan may be your perfect match. This handsome boy is a total cuddle bug who loves snuggling up close to his people. He enjoys the company of other dogs. Vulcan is still working on his house training, but he’s making progress and will thrive with patience, consistency, and lots of encouragement. Vulcan’s gentle personality shines once he feels safe and comfortable. Watching him gain confidence and build trust is incredibly rewarding, and the bond you’ll share will be well worth the wait. He’s looking for a family that understands that sometimes the sweetest dogs just need a little extra reassurance. Vulcan’s adoption fee is $300 and includes his neuter, age-appropriate vaccines, parasite prevention, and microchip. If you’d like to make Vulcan part of your family, apply today at fullcirclerescueandsanctuary.com. 🐾💕

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Peabody

Rat Terrier Chihuahua

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
Hagerstown, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
LOCAL ADOPTION ONLY. Peabody is a 2-year-old Rat Terrier mix (we think). He was pulled into our rescue from an over-crowded, rural, KY shelter because he was not tolerating the environment well and was shut down. He was terrified when first arriving at his fosters home. It took time…but not much. We have video evidence that he is a Velcro mix. He likes dogs about his size, but gets passive-aggressive with bigger dogs. Meaning he runs his mouth. He would have no problem with another, playful dog or being the one-and-only. He likes to watch TV on the couch, beside you, with his eyes closed. He will be the big spoon every night and knows how to fit perfectly into the small of your back. Peabody will likely need the expected 3 days to decompress in a new environment. But once he has stopped fretting, he’ll be melting like butter in your lap. We think Peabody needs to find that doesn’t require transport, so applications must be local to TN. I need to be adopted in Crossville, Tennessee. FOCCAS is a foster based, non-profit rescue in Crossville, TN. The adoption fee Includes Age-Appropriate Vaccinations (DA2PPV, Bordetella, Rabies), Deworming, Spay/Neuter, Microchip, Flea/Tick/Heartworm Prevention, and Sheltering. Adult Dogs are Heartworm Tested and Treated as Needed. FOCCAS does not DNA test or guarantee breed. Peabody's adoption fee is $300.If transport is needed, there are additional fees to cover department of agriculture requirements and transport, the additional fee adds $300 to the adoption fee (any location out of Tennessee, East Coast, Great Lakes or New England regions)Thank You for Your Interest in Adopting a Canine Companion from Foccas-tn.org!To Apply Please Copy and Paste to your browser:https://service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=hb2428&method=online_form_html&formid=41LOCATED IN CROSSVILLE, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, TN. WE CAN TRANSPORT OUT OF STATE, Visit out website for a full list of adoptable pets… https://foccas-tn.org/

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BEST FRIEND BUDDY

Rat Terrier Beagle

Male, Senior
Hagerstown, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Best friend Buddy is the total package. He loves people and greets everyone, always eager for attention.   At 12, Buddy ended up in a rural Tennessee shelter. We do not know his backstory or why such a sweet boy would land in a shelter. We may never know.     At Critter Cavalry, we adore seniors and believe they deserve every chance to find a loving home. You won’t regret considering Buddy—he loves everyone, whether human or animal. Buddy is everyone’s best friend.     Buddy is healthy for a senior. He has limited sight and hearing, but is otherwise in good shape. He navigates his foster home easily and enjoys exploring the fenced yard. He comes when called—just use a louder voice.   Buddy is ready to retire with a couple eager to add him to their family. He’d love a fenced yard to explore—size isn’t important—and an active retirement with short walks and car rides. He will be a wonderful addition to a family that matches his lifestyle.   If you want a new best friend, Buddy is perfect for you. To learn more about adopting him, contact Vivienne at vivienneajames@gmail.com or 615-943-7311. Approved application and adoption fee required.    July 19, 2026, 6:58 pm

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Milkshake

Rat Terrier Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Young
Westminster, MD
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.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.Oh so small in size, but big with life and love, Milkshake loves to play and at barely a year old should have a long life to prance at your side and play with you happily in the yard, the park, or anywhere you want to go. If you go there, she will be overjoyed to be at your side. At only 13 lbs., she will fit well into a backpack or a front snuggly. Extra outgoing and friendly, she loves the whole world. For you, of course, she will reserve a very special love that will last a lifetime and then some. You can count on her to greet your friends with tail wags.  If you want to bring warmth, joy, and happiness into your life, Milkshake is your girl. Come meet her and see for yourself. Milkshake is working on housetraining and will need continued training with leash and harness. She didn't have any training in her previous home. NOTE:  Milkshake has some crate anxiety when left alone, so she needs to go to a home with another dog and a person who is home most of the time. A fenced yard is required because she still has a lot of puppy energy. If you are interested in Milkshake, 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 17, 2026, 6:34 pm

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Raya (MD)

Rat Terrier Chihuahua

Female, Adult
Poolesville, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We will never know Raya’s past, but she came to us from the shelter as a stray with urine stains on her fur and recently healed scars on her head and side. Raya is believed to be around 4 years-old and is probably a mix of rat terrier and chihuahua, now at a good weight of 9.5 lbs.! She had her spay and a small benign mass removed from her left armpit shortly after arriving, and saw specialists to address extreme pain during bowel movements. Finally, in November 2025, she had double knee surgery to correct her painful injuries. Although Raya has healed well she will probably remain a little lame on her right rear leg but that doesn’t stop her at all! She is back to going up and down stairs, can now get up on the sofa by herself, and is even dancing for her breakfast! Although she has mostly done well with the other resident dogs, she has displayed signs of resource-guarding with her crate. These behaviors might be related to the physical scars she has and her experience with other dogs prior to the shelter, so she would do best in a home with no children or dogs. Although she can be a bit barky at people and dogs when out walking, she is very treat-motivated and can easily be redirected. When introduced to the resident cat, Raya did not seem interested. Even though Raya does not ask to go out, she is reliably house-trained on a schedule. Raya is cute as a button, recovered from knee surgery, and is ready to start looking for her forever home. Considering Raya’s past, she would do best in a home where she would get all the attention and not have to share her human(s). You can see more of Raya in her online photo album at https://imageevent.com/newrattitude/raya Because of her past injuries and recent surgery, we are looking for a local adopter to be able to meet her and learn more about her! 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.March 9, 2026, 11:01 pm

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Tart

Rat Terrier Labrador Retriever

Male, 3 mos
Leesburg, VA
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
Meet Tart! Contrary to his name, this pup is sweet as pie. Tart is the perfect Rat Terrier and Lab mix puppy. Born just a few days after a full moon, this loving fella is full of light and love. Tart’s dad is a Rat Terrier and mom is a Lab mix. f this sounds like the pup for you, please complete an application at https://www.saveastray.org/forms/form?formid=3635 Once the application is approved, a FaceTime will be set up for a virtual meet and greet. Since we are located in Mobile, AL, this will give you the opportunity to see the pet interact with other dogs, people, and see a bit of their personality. Transports leave every week alternating between the NE and the Great Lakes. We use the most animal-friendly transport on the road. Rescue Riders Pet Transport. Thank you for your interest in a Save a Stray pet.

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Daisy

Jack Russell Terrier Beagle

Female, 5 mos
HAGERSTOWN, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Transport is an additional $185 A few key notes about our Rescue… 1. All of our pets start their journey in Memphis Tennessee. 2. No monies exchange hands until the pet has arrived 3. Once adopted, our pets can be transported to Denver, Colorado, the Midwest and all of the north eastern states. 4. We have a Facebook page and an Instagram page. You are welcome to visit to see some of our newly adoptive families. 5. We have been rescuing and transporting pets for 15 years. 6. Our pets do not travel until they have been adopted. We do not have holding facilities in other parts of the United States for meet and greet purposes.

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Marley

Jack Russell Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos
Hagerstown, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Marley! 🐾 Marley is a cute and curious Jack Russell mix who is beginning to come out of her shell and show off her sweet personality. She loves attention from her people and is happiest when she feels safe, loved, and included. Marley has a gentle spirit and would thrive in a home that can continue helping her build confidence and enjoy life. She enjoys spending time outside, exploring the yard, and hanging out with her favorite humans. Marley is still adjusting to new experiences, but she has already made wonderful progress and continues to blossom more every day. With a little patience and love, Marley is going to make an amazing companion. Marley’s adoption fee is $300. Her adoption fee includes spay, age-appropriate vaccines, parasite prevention, and microchip. Apply to adopt at fullcirclerescueandsanctuary.com

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Hannah 1 in CT

Jack Russell Terrier

Female, 3 mos
Hagerstown, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Brock and Hannah are 3-month-old Jack Russell mixes who currently weigh around 12-14 lbs. They are full of zoomies, curiosity, and playful determination. They light up any room with their bright eyes, perky ears, and tails that never stop wagging. Brock and Hannah are the definition of “small but mighty.” They are quick to learn and even quicker to steal your heart. Both puppies are very social, healthy, and starting to show the classic Jack Russell traits: intelligence, loyalty, and boundless enthusiasm.  If you are ready for a lifetime of fun, laughs, and unconditional love from a pint-sized powerhouse, Brock and Hannah are hoping to meet you soon! They are up to date on vaccines for their age and microchipped. Please sign up for your first month of pet insurance on us! If you’re interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website at https://packleadersrescue.com/adoption-application/

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Rat Terrier shelters & rescues in Hagerstown, Maryland

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Focus on Cumberland County Animal Safety - MD transport stop

Hagerstown, MD 21740

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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1.7 miles

Full Circle Rescue & Sanctuary - Maryland Transport Stop

Hagerstown, MD 21740

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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5.4 miles

Critter Cavalry Rescue - MD

Hagerstown, MD 21746

Pet Types: dogs

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38 miles

Reach Out Rescue & Resources

P. O. Box 542, Westminster, MD 21158

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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39.4 miles

New Rattitude - Maryland

Poolesville, MD 20837

Pet Types: dogs

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47.1 miles

Hatton Animal Rescue Foundation

Glenelg, MD 21737

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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47.6 miles

Rescue Riders Cooperative N.VA/DC

Leesburg, VA 20101

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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48.6 miles

Miri's Haven Senior Dog Rescue

Rockville, MD 20850

Pet Types: dogs

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