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Rat Terrier puppies and dogs in Brainerd, Minnesota

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Rigby Rae

Texas Heeler Rat Terrier

Female, Puppy
Brainerd, MN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rigby was born 2 wks before Christmas 2025. She joined us in Feb 2026. She came from an Amish farm. We have 2 older dogs. She and one of the 2 dogs do not get along. We purchased a full package of obedience training through PetSmart, and only completed the Puppy/ Beginner training. Why we never finished was I required major surgery and I was unable to take her back. Additionally, our lives have gotten busier and I'm returning to work. Rigby is crate trained, but I do not like the idea of leaving her in a crate 15+ hours a day. We have taken Rigby to our local vet (all records will be made available) at time of adoption. She is current with all vaccinations. Rigby needs a home where she can get a lot of attention, other pets, and children. She is red & blue heeler mix with rat terrier. She likes to dig, corral, and chew. It's important to provide her lots of bones, areas designated for digging, and she's excellent at herding! She's affectionate and seeks attention.

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Photo of Rigby Rae

Rigby Rae

Texas Heeler Rat Terrier

Female, Puppy
Brainerd, MN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rigby was born 2 wks before Christmas 2025. She joined us in Feb 2026. She came from an Amish farm. We have 2 older dogs. She and one of the 2 dogs do not get along. We purchased a full package of obedience training through PetSmart, and only completed the Puppy/ Beginner training. Why we never finished was I required major surgery and I was unable to take her back. Additionally, our lives have gotten busier and I'm returning to work. Rigby is crate trained, but I do not like the idea of leaving her in a crate 15+ hours a day. We have taken Rigby to our local vet (all records will be made available) at time of adoption. She is current with all vaccinations. Rigby needs a home where she can get a lot of attention, other pets, and children. She is red & blue heeler mix with rat terrier. She likes to dig, corral, and chew. It's important to provide her lots of bones, areas designated for digging, and she's excellent at herding! She's affectionate and seeks attention.

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