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Smiley 2026

Rat Terrier Whippet

Female, Puppy
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
SMILEY is a sweet little mixed breed girl looking for a home. She's a delicious chocolate girl, about 9 months old and probably fully grown20 pounds. Our best guess on breed mix is a rat terrier/whippet, but she's probably a mix of 8 or 10 breeds. She's a petite girl with long legs. Smiley is sweet, playful and friendly.but a little on the timid side. She's best suited to a home with another friendly dog. Smiley is good with other dogs and passed her cat test. If you'd like to meet Smiley, please fill out a dog adoption application at dreamhouserescue.org. We are happy to arrange a private meet with an approved adopter.  Our fully-vetted adoptable dogs go to prospective homes for a one-week trial period to make sure the dog and home are the right fit before an adoption is finalized. We only adopt dogs into homes where all current pets are spayed/neutered and current on vaccines and heartworm and flea and tick prevention. We do check veterinary references to make sure adopters are compliant with standard veterinary care. Our adoptable dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, heartworm tested, dewormed and current on flea and tick and heartworm prevention.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.July 12, 2026, 12:55 pm

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Pierce 2026

Rat Terrier Miniature Pinscher

Male, Puppy
Cincinnati, OH
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
Little tripod PIERCE has recovered well from his amputation surgery and is ready to find his furever home! Pierce is a sweet, affectionate boy, about 8-10 months old and fully grown at 15 pounds. He spends his days charming his foster sisters and foster mom, playing with his toys, playing bitey face with his foster siblings and just generally loving life. His 3 favorite times of day are play time, cuddle time and dinner time. Pierce is a handsome mixed breed little guy, our best guess is a MinPin/Rat Terrier type mix. He navigates very well on 3 legs, he wasn't using the leg that was injured months ago and badly healed. Pierce is basicallly perfect, he's housebroken, crate trained and good with cats and other dogs. He would love to find a home with another similar-sized medium energy dog who loves to play. If you'd like to meet Pierce, please fill out a dog adoption application at dreamhouserescue.org. We are happy to arrange a private meet with an approved adopter. You can meet Pierce at our weekly adoption event, Saturday 11:30am-1:30pm at PetSmart Eastgate. Our fully-vetted adoptable dogs go to prospective homes for a one-week trial period to make sure the dog and home are the right fit before an adoption is finalized. We only adopt dogs into homes where all current pets are spayed/neutered and current on vaccines and heartworm and flea and tick prevention. We do check veterinary references to make sure adopters are compliant with standard veterinary care. Our adoptable dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, heartworm tested, dewormed and current on flea and tick and heartworm prevention. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.July 12, 2026, 12:55 pm

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NELSON (WOODY)

Rat Terrier Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 2 yrs 9 mos
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Nelson (Woody) Born 5/19/23; Terrier/Cur mix 20lbs Woody is a working dog, and would love a job or hobby. He is a thinker! Woody loves to play fetch, tracking scents in backyard, but loves to snuggle just as much. He very much wants to be in your business, and apart of everything. He loves going for cars rides too! He is house trained, crate trained, and does well on a leash. Woody is current on vaccines, microchipped, and neutered. We are accepting applications at https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/SHPA/Dog

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NEWTON (JAX)

Mountain Cur Rat Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 1 mo
Cincinnati, OH
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
Welcome back Jax (Newton) ❤️ Born 5/19/23, approximately 20lbs, neutered male Introducing Jax! Jax is looking for a new family, he was adopted as a puppy but was returned to rescue. Jax is a Mountain Cur/ Australian Cattle Dog and Rat Terrier mix, which means he is driven and craves attention. He has an eagerness to please that we don’t see in many dogs, making him a fantastic dog for someone who enjoys the outdoors, such as hiking, walking, camping or just a leisure walk around the neighborhood. Jax would also excel at agility or a similar activity, he is a quick and agile guy. Jax can be a bit possessive of his person and his toys so he needs a person who while give him clear direction and corrections. He responds very well to verbal commands, he knows what is expected, but he likes to push those boundaries sometimes, he is still young after all. Jax is totally house and crate trained. He walks well on a leash and knows several commands such as sit, down, shake, drop it and stay. If Jax sounds like he would be a good fit for your life, he would love to meet you! He current on vaccines, microchipped, and neutered. We are accepting applications at https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/SHPA/Dog

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These Rat Terriers are available for adoption close to Cincinnati, Ohio.
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Midoriya JC

Rat Terrier Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 3 mos
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
I'm fun size and ready to explore! Sleep, Eat, Poop, Play, and Repeat. A curious little fellow I am. I want to know about all the things. Best feature- tie between my bouncy little ears and white speckled socks. Ideal Date- Breakfast, potty, play, potty, cuddles, snacky snack, potty, play, potty, nap, potty, cuddles, play, Dinner, potty, play, cuddles, potty, Night Night Favs- Food and toys Past time: Annoying/Playing with my foster siblings- human and four legged. Adopt me today and let OUR adventure begin! Local adoption fee is $350(in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $650 (includes transport to your area)

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Fawn

Rat Terrier Vizsla

Female, Adult
Ft. Thomas, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Fawn! Fawn is estimated to be eight years old and has a lot of spunk and love to give. She is dainty in size but strong in heart and body. Fawn plays really well with other dogs, as her current home has three of their own and does daycare, boarding and grooming from their home. She is around dogs all day and is such a good playmate. Her current foster home also has three children under four. She does really, really well with kids. Fawn is updated on all her vaccines and is spayed. (Not sure if she is microchipped, but add that if she is.) She is completely housebroken and crate trained. Her current foster family loves her very very much and wants to see her Go to a very loving and wonderful home! You won’t regret bringing this beautiful, amazing girl into your family!  Fawn's Adoption fee is $350.00 June 30, 2026, 12:07 am

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Daisy (aka Dukes)

Rat Terrier

Female, Senior
Florence, KY
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Name:  Daisy Age: Spunky Senior Weight: 14 lbs Adoption Fee: $250.00 Good with Dogs?  Yes, but bossy so she’d be best as an only dog.  Good with cats?  She can be bossy with them so it’s best she doesn’t live with them. She can be around them safely for short visits.    Miss Daisy aka Daisy Dukes or Dukes, is  looking for her forever home.    She’s a spunky senior Rat Terrier with lots of life and  love left to give. Daisy loves people and she’d be a  perfect fit for someone who is retired but still active, or someone who works from home, enjoys daily walks  and would like to have a companion to join them. If  she gets to be a lap dog, even better. In a perfect  world, she’ll be showered with all of the attention and  not have to share it with other pets.    She is crate trained but, in all honesty, she doesn’t  love it. Daisy is fine being left loose in the home when  no one is there but she’s currently crated in her foster  home as she does tend to be a little bossy with the  other dogs at times.    Daisy likes meeting new people and enjoys car rides,  so if you like to go camping or travel around in an RV,  she’d be a great companion for you.    While she is an older girl, you wouldn’t know it by the  way she acts. She’s had a senior blood panel done  (she looks great!), a dental, she’s spayed, vaccinated, heartworm tested  and micro chipped.    Don’t miss out on a wonderful new companion and get  your applications in now.    Adoption Process: Step 1:     Complete a "no obligation" application located on our website at pawprintsnky.com under the applications tab. Step 2:     PawPrints will review the application, verifying Vet and personal references as well as landlord requirements/restrictions (if applicable) Step 3:     IF your application is approved, we will call you to schedule a meet and greet for you to meet the pet. &#226&#128&#139Step 4:    If the meet and greet goes well, we will schedule the home visit.          March 16, 2026, 12:18 am

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Smiley 2026

Rat Terrier Whippet

Female, Puppy
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
SMILEY is a sweet little mixed breed girl looking for a home. She's a delicious chocolate girl, about 9 months old and probably fully grown20 pounds. Our best guess on breed mix is a rat terrier/whippet, but she's probably a mix of 8 or 10 breeds. She's a petite girl with long legs. Smiley is sweet, playful and friendly.but a little on the timid side. She's best suited to a home with another friendly dog. Smiley is good with other dogs and passed her cat test. If you'd like to meet Smiley, please fill out a dog adoption application at dreamhouserescue.org. We are happy to arrange a private meet with an approved adopter.  Our fully-vetted adoptable dogs go to prospective homes for a one-week trial period to make sure the dog and home are the right fit before an adoption is finalized. We only adopt dogs into homes where all current pets are spayed/neutered and current on vaccines and heartworm and flea and tick prevention. We do check veterinary references to make sure adopters are compliant with standard veterinary care. Our adoptable dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, heartworm tested, dewormed and current on flea and tick and heartworm prevention.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.July 12, 2026, 12:55 pm

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Pierce 2026

Rat Terrier Miniature Pinscher

Male, Puppy
Cincinnati, OH
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
Little tripod PIERCE has recovered well from his amputation surgery and is ready to find his furever home! Pierce is a sweet, affectionate boy, about 8-10 months old and fully grown at 15 pounds. He spends his days charming his foster sisters and foster mom, playing with his toys, playing bitey face with his foster siblings and just generally loving life. His 3 favorite times of day are play time, cuddle time and dinner time. Pierce is a handsome mixed breed little guy, our best guess is a MinPin/Rat Terrier type mix. He navigates very well on 3 legs, he wasn't using the leg that was injured months ago and badly healed. Pierce is basicallly perfect, he's housebroken, crate trained and good with cats and other dogs. He would love to find a home with another similar-sized medium energy dog who loves to play. If you'd like to meet Pierce, please fill out a dog adoption application at dreamhouserescue.org. We are happy to arrange a private meet with an approved adopter. You can meet Pierce at our weekly adoption event, Saturday 11:30am-1:30pm at PetSmart Eastgate. Our fully-vetted adoptable dogs go to prospective homes for a one-week trial period to make sure the dog and home are the right fit before an adoption is finalized. We only adopt dogs into homes where all current pets are spayed/neutered and current on vaccines and heartworm and flea and tick prevention. We do check veterinary references to make sure adopters are compliant with standard veterinary care. Our adoptable dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, heartworm tested, dewormed and current on flea and tick and heartworm prevention. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.July 12, 2026, 12:55 pm

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NELSON (WOODY)

Rat Terrier Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 2 yrs 9 mos
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Nelson (Woody) Born 5/19/23; Terrier/Cur mix 20lbs Woody is a working dog, and would love a job or hobby. He is a thinker! Woody loves to play fetch, tracking scents in backyard, but loves to snuggle just as much. He very much wants to be in your business, and apart of everything. He loves going for cars rides too! He is house trained, crate trained, and does well on a leash. Woody is current on vaccines, microchipped, and neutered. We are accepting applications at https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/SHPA/Dog

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Dustin

Jack Russell Terrier Basenji

Male, 6 mos
Cincinnati, OH
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
WE ARE A TX-BASED RESCUE. THIS DOG IS CURRENTLY LOCATED IN TX AND WILL BE TRANSPORTED UPON ADOPTION. Please fill out an adoption application at haydudeequine.org Meet Dustin! Dustin is a 5-month-old Jack Russell Terrier/Basenji mix weighing about 20 pounds, and he's packed full of personality, fun, and puppy charm! This happy-go-lucky boy loves everyone he meets and is always ready for his next adventure. Playful, friendly, and full of energy, Dustin enjoys romping around with other dogs and would love a canine buddy to play with in his new home. When playtime is over, he's just as happy soaking up attention and affection from his favorite people. For such a young pup, Dustin is already house trained and eager to keep learning. He's a smart little guy who will thrive with a family committed to helping him continue his training and grow into an amazing adult dog. If you're looking for a cheerful, social companion who will keep you smiling and fill your days with fun, Dustin may be the perfect addition to your family. Adopt this cutie and see why everyone falls in love with this adorable pup!

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Boots

Jack Russell Terrier Dachshund

Male, 10 mos
Cincinnati, OH
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
PLEASE NOTE! WE ARE A TEXAS BASED RESCUE. THIS DOG IS CURRENTLY IN TEXAS AND WILL BE TRANSPORTED TO YOUR STATE ONCE ADOPTED. Our app can be found at haydudeequine.org Hi! I'm Boots! I'm a 10-month-old Dachshund/Jack Russell mix weighing about 22 pounds, and if there's one thing you should know about me, it's that I LOVE everybody. People? Love them. Dogs? Love them too. New friends? Sign me up! I'm the kind of guy who thinks every stranger is just a friend I haven't met yet. My tail is always wagging, and I'm always ready to make a new buddy. I'm an active little dude who enjoys adventures, playtime, walks, and anything that lets me be part of the action. Whether we're heading out to explore or just hanging out together, I'm happiest when I'm with my people. I may be small, but I've got a big personality. My adorable little legs and cute "boots" only add to my charm, and trust me—I know how to use them to win hearts wherever I go. At 10 months old, I'm still young, fun, and ready to learn all about life with my forever family. If you're looking for a friendly, social, happy-go-lucky sidekick who gets along with everyone he meets, I might just be your perfect match. Come meet me—I have a feeling we're going to be best friends. Love, Boots 🐾

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Dorie

Jack Russell Terrier Foxhound

Female, 8 mos
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Please note that we are a foster based rescue in TX. All of our dogs reside in foster homes in TX. We transport them to new states once adopted. ALL ADOPTERS MUST BE 21+. Our app can be found at haydudeequine.org Meet Dorie! Looking for a fun-loving best friend with a personality as big as her adorable ears? Meet Dorie, an 8-month-old Jack Russell/Fox Terrier mix weighing in at a perfect 28 pounds! Dorie is the definition of a social butterfly. She absolutely loves everyone she meets—people, kids, and dogs alike! Whether she's making new canine friends at playtime or happily greeting visitors with her wagging tail, Dorie's joyful personality shines wherever she goes. One of Dorie's most charming features is her extra-large ears, especially the one that tilts toward the other, giving her the cutest, always-curious expression. It's impossible not to smile when you see her! This sweet girl is already house-trained and has wonderful manners for such a young pup. She loves to play with other dogs, making her an excellent companion for a home with another playful canine. After she's had her fun, Dorie is more than happy to soak up affection and spend time with her favorite people. If you're looking for a friendly, affectionate, and playful pup who's ready to fill your home with love and laughter, Dorie is waiting to meet you. She can't wait to find a family to call her own!

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Rat Terrier shelters & rescues in Cincinnati, Ohio

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for Rat Terrier puppies in Cincinnati, Ohio. Browse these Rat Terrier rescues and shelters below.

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God's Dogs Rescue of TX in Ohio Transport Stop

Cincinnati, OH 41073

Pet Types: dogs

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Lucky Tales Rescue, Inc.

Ft. Thomas, KY 41075

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Pawprints Animal Rescue Inc.

P.O. Box 6488, Florence, KY 41022

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Sweet Dream House Rescue

Cincinnati, OH 45245

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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13.1 miles

2nd Hand Paws Animal Rescue

Cincinnati, OH 45252

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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