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Rue

Rat Terrier Chihuahua

Female, 11 mos

Silver Spring, MD

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Adopt-a-pet Inquires are not an application and will be ignored. Looking for a Foster or Adopter Rue is approximately 10 months old and fully grown at 20lbs. This sweet girl is playful, smart, and 100% a clown. Learning new things is what she excels at! She loves her walks and boy does she also like to run around, as in chase me if you can to the fastest of dogs :) She gets along with dogs of all sizes, cats and of course humans. Kids unknown. She’s not a barker, social yet happily independent. Crate trained. Rue needs an active family. She will be a tripping hazard for the elderly and folks with mobility challenges. At some point right after she was born, Rue experienced some kind of trauma causing a neurological deficit that manifests in an abnormal gate which is not noticeable unless you’re looking for it as well as needing structured potty time. We do not believe she is need of further assessment but potential adopters should discuss Rue with their veterinary professional. Apply here: https://tinyurl.com/TLCdogapp Adoption radius: within 60 miles of zip code 20906. We do not promote any of our dogs as house trained or allergy friendly My petfinder link for more photos https://www.petfinder.com/dog/rue-cd3458cf-cf27-48b4-8627-dcec63503d9f/md/silver-spring/tascas-love-cooperative-inc-md511/details/

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Gidge

Rat Terrier

Female, 2 yrs 6 mos

Silver Spring, MD

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

If you are interested in adopting this dog, please fill out an Adoption Questionnaire athttps://petstablished.com/adoption_form/43315/generic.You can learn about the adoption process by visiting: http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/howtoadopt/.Dog's Name: Gidge (GID0325ALAFS)Estimated Breed: Rat Terrier MIXApproximate Age: 2-3 yearsApproximate Weight: 30 lbsCurrently Living at: FosterAdoption Fee: $400DOG'S DESCRIPTION: Meet Gidge, a young, sweet soul who can be a little shy on first meet, but warms up in no time. Despite her timidity, Gidge is eager to share her love with those who show her kindness. She gets along famously with her fellow four-legged friends, making her a good choice for a home with a confident dog to show her the way. Gidge's gentle nature and quick ability to warm up to new friends make her a wonderful potential family member. If you're looking for a loyal friend who will offer you unconditional love, Gidge is your girl. Submit an application today and give Gidge the happy home of her dreams!Your new pet will require a refresher in house-training. K-9 Lifesavers strongly recommends all new adopters enroll their new pet into obedience training. This provides for an easier transition into a new home, ensures the dog remains well socialized, and helps form a bond between the dog and the new family. Adoption fees cover basic vetting, rabies (if puppy is old enough), distemper/parvo vaccinations, deworming, monthly heartworm prevention while in our care (if old enough), monthly flea/tick prevention while in our care, and transport costs. K-9 Lifesavers will also cover the cost of spay/neuter at our partner vet at 6 months of age or reimburse adopter for up to the amount of our partner vet cost should you choose to spay/neuter at your own vet.Foster Program: Foster homes provide for the temporary care of a rescue until the dog is placed into a loving, forever home. For more information on becoming a foster parent, and our Foster Program, visit http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/foster/ or email our Foster Coordinator at foster@k-9lifesavers.orgSPONSOR ME! Help Save Lives! Make a tax-deductible donation today and help save a life. Donations help us offset boarding costs and additional medical treatment for those dogs who need it. K-9 Lifesavers receives NO federal funding and survive with your generous support! We are all volunteer based organization so every cent from your donation goes directly to the dogs in our care. Visit: http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/donate/For more information on K-9 Lifesavers, or to view a complete listing of all our Adoptable Dogs, visit our website at www.k-9lifesavers.org.Please "like" our Facebook page for the most current events and new dogs!Thank you for considering a rescue dog! ##2323928##

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Tina

Rat Terrier

Female, Young

Hyattsville, MD

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

Tina is a lovely little dog that found her way into our household by way of a roadside rescue. We found her running along a busy intersection and caught her, expecting to find her family in a day or two. After a couple of weeks of posting signs around the neighborhood and posting online, we had no luck in finding the family and, as it turns out, she was not house trained, leash trained or spayed. It seems that she was a stray and we were now her fosters. She was easy enough to keep around and got along with our other two dogs really well so she made herself home at home for a few months. During this time we house trained her, got her shots up-to-date, and recently had her spayed. Shes a lot of fun. Plays with our dogs and loves kids. She would be a great addition to any family. The adoption fee is flexible, a pay what you can fee. We are just looking to share some of the costs that we put into getting her ready for adoption, especially the spay surgery and vaccines.

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Sherman (VA)

Rat Terrier Chihuahua

Male, Adult

Poolesville, 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

Sherman (aka Shermie or Sherm) is a handsome little rat terrier mix with a heart full of love. Rescued from a busy shelter where he was too nervous to shine, he's now thriving in foster care in Northern Virginia and showing his true, gentle spirit. About 2–3 years-old and 15 lbs., Sherman is sweet, sensitive, and playful. He may need a little time to warm up to new people, but once he trusts you, he becomes a deeply loyal companion who loves being by your side. He enjoys other small dogs and has a submissive, easygoing play style. Sherman would do well with a confident canine buddy — or as an only pup soaking up all the attention. He'd really thrive in a home where someone is around most of the day. Though he can be a bit skittish when first being leashed, he quickly relaxes and truly enjoys walks, car rides, and playdates with his small dog friends. Sherman is progressing nicely with house-training and does well on a consistent schedule. He has gotten along well with cats but has not been tested with children. Due to his sensitive nature, he'd likely do best in a calm home without young kids. With patience and love, Sherman will blossom into a devoted little shadow who bonds deeply and gives his whole heart. For more images and video of Sherman, please visit: https://imageevent.com/newrattitude/sherman 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 6, 2026, 6:28 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.February 11, 2026, 6:44 pm

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Rose

Rat Terrier Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Young

Washington, DC

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Please contact Emma Ohlsson (emma.ohlsson@luckydoganimalrescue.org) for more information about this pet.small sweetie seeking fresh start and love! ROSE NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Rose Best Guess for Breed: Rat terrier and terrier mix Best Guess for Age: 3 years as of February 2026 SEX: Female Approximate Weight: 25 lbs Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen her with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters! Currently Living at: South Carolina shelter- needs a foster or forever home in the DC area to get uo here. Rose is Looking For: A Rose by any other name would be as sweet a dog! This girl is seeking her forever home - her own humans for long sniffy walks, romps in parks, and all the adventures they can dream up. Making pup pals along the way would be great. And at the end of a fun day together - cuddles! (Rose is the perfect size for curling up on or next to your lap!) She's out of the puppy yips, in her prime as a young adult dog, and knows what's most important in life - loving and being loved, knowing where she belongs. Is that by your side?What My Foster Says About Me: We will update this once she has spent time in foster care. Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training. TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog . Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament. Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org . BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org! BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org ! March 7, 2026, 8:18 am

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Freddy D

Jack Russell Terrier

Male, 9 yrs

Rockville, MD

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Meet Freddy D! This professional sleeper and part-time literary icon, looks exactly like he just stepped off the set of PBS cornerstone “Wishbone” and decided fame was a little TOO exhausting. Freddy is a bright, social boy who adores meeting new people and soaking up love and attention. He's also curious - at the vet, he continually tried to dart through any open doors, not to escape but to explore, take notes for future TV show ideas, and make new friends. Freddy doesn't require a lot of exercise but he is plenty mobile. He's good on a leash, can go up and down stairs, and is a great copilot in the car. He doesn't mind staying home alone while his humans are out and gets along well with the other dogs in his foster home - though he'd do best in a home without bossy dogs. Freddy is looking for a home that is generally calm and quiet, has lots of soft beds and blankets for snoozing, and humans to lay on the couch with. He loves wandering the yard as well as going for a daily walk, and is always interested in what's going on around him. He gets the cutest little bounce in his step when his foster mom comes home and tries to race her to the back door! Freddy has some kidney issues and while his bloodwork has improved dramatically since coming to the Haven, he'll need to stay on special kidney food for life and his vet will need to keep an eye on his bloodwork going forward. Due to his kidneys, Freddy has to pee a lot so he does best rocking a belly band around the house. Freddy is very sweet, takes correction well, and just wants somewhere soft to lay his head. He is happy to hang out on the couch with you for as long as you want. He also looks very spiffy in a sweater. Apply today to meet him! Freddy is approximately 9 years old and 13 lbs. Fostered in Richmond, VA Please apply at MirisHaven.org

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