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Rat Terrier puppies and dogs in Reading, Pennsylvania

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Morsel

Rat Terrier Jack Russell Terrier

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
Gilbertsville, PA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Morsel, a gentle young adult whose world hasn’t always been kind. She came from a severe hoarding case, and because of that, she’s still learning that people, homes, and love can be safe. Morsel is very shy and skittish, and she needs time to observe, breathe, and decide she trusts you — but when she does, it’s incredibly special. Morsel is searching for a truly patient, understanding adopter, ideally someone with experience with timid or fearful dogs. She won’t be your instant best friend, but she has so much potential waiting just beneath the surface. With consistency, calm reassurance, and zero pressure, she can continue to blossom. Other dogs are her comfort zone. Morsel is wonderful with dogs of all sizes, naturally submissive, and must have another dog in the home to help her feel safe and confident. A canine companion is not just a preference for her — it’s a necessity. Because she’s sensitive, Morsel would do best in a quieter household. Children should be older and respectful, able to understand that love sometimes means giving space and letting trust grow slowly. Morsel has a spay appointment scheduled for 3/24/2026 in the Reading, PA area. If you believe in second chances, quiet victories, and the beauty of earning a dog’s trust day by day, Morsel may be the soul you’ve been waiting for. Sometimes the most rewarding love is the one you have to grow together.   Available 2/7/26 Mostly Muttz Rescue, PO Box 406, Gilbertsville, PA 19525PA Kennel License 10872 ##2641184##
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Sotta

Rat Terrier

Male, Adult
Breinigsville, PA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Tootsie and Sotta can not be split up. They really need each other. Sotta is the bigger one. He is 8 years old.  Sotta is a snuggle bug and has to have tons of blankets. They sleep underneath the blankets.  They are lap dogs. Love cats, kids, people. We'll trained. Very sweet dogs. Tootsie is 11 pounds and 5 years old. They are not use to being alone but good if they are. Crate trained. They come with there blankets, toys, food, and crates. They like being crated together. Tootsie doesn't like to be alone. Owner is heartbroken but is no longer able to care for them.  Kennel license #18956, Breinigsville, PA ##2656917##
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Tootsie

Rat Terrier

Female, Adult
Breinigsville, PA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Tootsie and Sotta can not be split up. They really need each other. Sotta is the bigger one. He is 8 years old.  Sotta is a snuggle bug and has to have tons of blankets. They sleep underneath the blankets.  They are lap dogs. Love cats, kids, people. We'll trained. Very sweet dogs. Tootsie is 11 pounds and 5 years old. They are not use to being alone but good if they are. Crate trained. They come with there blankets, toys, food, and crates. They like being crated together. Tootsie doesn't like to be alone. Owner is heartbroken but is no longer able to care for them. ##2656911##
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Chico

Rat Terrier Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 4 mos
Allentown, PA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Chico is currently in a rescue in Oklahoma. We are looking for a home in a state where people treat their animals well. He has to be prepaid and picked up directly from transport near one of the cities listed at the bottom. If things don't work out for some reason, which rarely ever happens, he will go back to Oklahoma on our next transport until a new home is found. Chico is a male, possibly a Rat Terrier mix, and is around 4 months old (February 12th). -He weighs 10 pounds. -Was being given away, owner could not take care of him and his brother any longer -Previous owner said the mom is a rat terrier, unsure of father -Does well in a crate -Energetic, full of life. Happy to be here and have dog and human friends to play with. "Typical puppy". -Is not housebroken Video of Chico from February 7th: https://youtube.com/shorts/L6ftMLnSc40 Chico is neutered, vaccinated (Rabies, DHLPPx3, Bordetella), has been dewormed, and on monthly flea/tick/HW prevention. Health certificate, fecal exam, and microchipping will be performed less than 10 days prior to transport. Adoption fee is $1,200 this is including all vetting above and transport cost that we have to pay to professional transporter. Please fill out this application FIRST if you'd like to adopt Chico: https://form.jotform.com/243134969050053 After filling out the application, email luckypawsdoghouse@gmail.com or text/call 580-257-0622 if you'd like. If you aren't contacted within 48 hours, please contact us again. Cities that may be used for transport (Transporters are on their own schedule with dates, locations, and times and you MUST be there whenever the scheduled time is) New York-Buffalo, Rochester, Rye, Albany, Mohawk/Herkimer Illinois-Chicago, Springfield Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Portage New Jersey-Trenton. Ridgefield, Sewaren Washington-Tumwater (Olympia), Bothell (Seattle Metro), Bellingham, Spokane Oregon-Portland, The Dalles Montana-Missoula, Big Timber Indiana-Michigan City, Spiceland (East of Indianapolis) Idaho-Boise, Mountain Home Iowa-West Des Moines Colorado-Denver Michigan-Battle Creek Ohio-Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati Connecticut-Enfield, Darien, Union Pennsylvania-Allentown, Pittsburgh Virginia-Haymarket (DC Metro) Minnesota-Burnsville (Minneapolis) Wyoming-Laramie Maryland-Baltimore Utah-Riverdale (Ogden/SLC)
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Snoopy

Rat Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 4 mos
Allentown, PA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Snoopy is currently in a rescue in Oklahoma. We are looking for a home in a state where people treat their animals well. He has to be prepaid and picked up directly from transport near one of the cities listed at the bottom. If things don't work out for some reason, which rarely ever happens, he will go back to Oklahoma on our next transport until a new home is found. Snoopy is a male, possibly a Rat Terrier mix, and is around 4 months old (February 12th). -He weighs 10 pounds. -Was being given away, owner could not take care of him and his brother any longer -Previous owner said the mom is a rat terrier, unsure of father -Does well in a crate -Energetic, full of life. Happy to be here and have dog and human friends to play with. "Typical puppy". -Is not housebroken -Super cute pink nose with black spots Video of Snoopy from February 7th: https://youtube.com/shorts/1I-j4SUGAu4 Snoopy is neutered, vaccinated (Rabies, DHLPPx3, Bordetella), has been dewormed, and on monthly flea/tick/HW prevention. Health certificate, fecal exam, and microchipping will be performed less than 10 days prior to transport. Adoption fee is $1,200 this is including all vetting above and transport cost that we have to pay to professional transporter. Please fill out this application FIRST if you'd like to adopt Snoopy: https://form.jotform.com/243134969050053 After filling out the application, email luckypawsdoghouse@gmail.com or text/call 580-257-0622 if you'd like. If you aren't contacted within 48 hours, please contact us again. Cities that may be used for transport (Transporters are on their own schedule with dates, locations, and times and you MUST be there whenever the scheduled time is) New York-Buffalo, Rochester, Rye, Albany, Mohawk/Herkimer Illinois-Chicago, Springfield Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Portage New Jersey-Trenton. Ridgefield, Sewaren Washington-Tumwater (Olympia), Bothell (Seattle Metro), Bellingham, Spokane Oregon-Portland, The Dalles Montana-Missoula, Big Timber Indiana-Michigan City, Spiceland (East of Indianapolis) Idaho-Boise, Mountain Home Iowa-West Des Moines Colorado-Denver Michigan-Battle Creek Ohio-Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati Connecticut-Enfield, Darien, Union Pennsylvania-Allentown, Pittsburgh Virginia-Haymarket (DC Metro) Minnesota-Burnsville (Minneapolis) Wyoming-Laramie Maryland-Baltimore Utah-Riverdale (Ogden/SLC)
We'll also keep you updated on Ripp's adoption status with email updates.
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Ripp

Rat Terrier

Male, Young
Lancaster, PA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Ripp: Ripp is estimated to be about a 5 year old (as of January 2026) rat terrier mix (best guess) that weighs 28 pounds. Ripp was surrendered by his owners to Animal Control in Brownsville, Tennessee early this year after they said they just didn't want a dog anymore. Luckily Charlie’s Crusaders heard of him and were able to get him into the rescue. Ripp is currently being fostered in the south and would love to take the freedom ride north to Pennsylvania to meet more prospective families. Ripp is a friendly little fellow that requires no time to get to know you. Ripp is playful and gentle and wants to be near you. Ripp is currently house trained to a doggie door and may need some patience while adjusting to a new method. We would love for Ripp to have a home with a fenced in yard so he can play freely. If you are interested in adding this little man into your life, please go to Charlie’s Crusaders website (www.charliescrusaders.org) to fill out an application. CURRENT LOCATION: Tennessee, awaiting transport to PA ##2639006##

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Mostly Muttz Rescue

PO Box 406, Gilbertsville, PA 19525

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PA Caring Hearts

Breinigsville, PA 18031

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Charlie's Crusaders Pet Rescue

Lancaster, PA 17601

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2nd Chance 4 Life Rescue

PO Box 549, Elizabethtown, PA 17022

Pet Types: dogs

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