Rat Terrier puppies and dogs in Rhode Island

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. To apply to adopt this dog now, complete our adoption application   HERE To see our upcoming events where you can meet some of our dogs, please see   HERE If not adopted beforehand, this dog will attend the Super Dog Adoption Event on Saturday, November 7th at Clark Farms in Matunuck, RI. Learn more about this event and sign up for 10am Early Entry  HERE  Age: 5 months Weight: 6 lbs (as of 10/14/26) This dog has been spayed/neutered, is up to date on shots, on heartworm preventative and is microchipped. Meet Martini , a fabulous 5-month-old female pup who is ready to shake up your life in the best way possible! True to her name, Martini is a bubbly, intoxicating ball of energy who brings life to every room she enters. At just 5 months old, she is in peak puppyhood—meaning she’s constantly ready for playtime, outdoor adventures, and learning new things. Martini absolutely loves kids and thinks everyone is her potential best friend. Because she is so enthusiastic and still learning her own strength, her bouncy energy can be a bit too much for toddlers right now. She’d do best in a home with older children who can handle her playful zoomies, or with a family dedicated to continuing her basic manners training. If you are looking for a fun-loving, affectionate companion to keep you active and shower you with puppy kisses, Martini is the perfect mix!   An adoption donation is required for each adoption; please see   HERE   for more information about this. To apply for this dog, fill out an adoption application on our website:   Adoption Application - SOS Animal Rescue League in Rhode Island (sosarl.org)   **Additional info you should know - For most of our dogs, we are only guessing at predominant breed or breed mix. We get to know each of our dogs as an individual and do our best to describe and place them based on personality not breed label. Some dogs may not yet be in New England, nor ready for immediate adoption. There may be additional vetting, quarantine, waiting periods and/or fees depending upon your state of residence. If you have questions or concerns on any of this, you can discuss this with your Adoption Counselor.  Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.October 26, 2026, 7:57 pm

Little Johnny has such a big personality! This little rat terrier/dachshund mix fella only weighs about 10 pounds and can easily be picked up with one hand, but he makes his presence known. He’s a good alert pup and will run with the big dogs, as much as his little legs will let him. This little guy is not afraid of anyone or anything. He was born around the beginning of August 2026, and was found dumped on a dirt road with his sister June. Surprisingly, he is not much of a chewer, especially for a puppy. We have noticed that he might not be a hug fan of kids, but he has grown up with cats and is fine with them. Johnny is crate and house trained, sleeps through the night, and loves lounging in the sun in his x-pen. He loves being held, though he likes to run, so will ask to get down after a few minutes. But he stays close by in the yard. Johnny has had age-appropriate shots, dewormer, and flea/heartworm prevention. He will be neutered before going to his new home. We don’t get many small dogs in foster, so if you’ve been waiting on a smaller breed dog, now is your chance! If interested in adopting one of our available pets, please fill out an application at https://www.dixiegirldogrescue.org/forms PLEASE MAKE NOTE- OUR DOGS ARE FOSTERED IN ALABAMA (UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED), OUR DOGS TRANSPORT TO THEIR NEW FAMILIES IN RHODE ISLAND AFTER THEY HAVE BEEN ADOPTED. Our rescue pets are fostered in Southern foster homes (unless otherwise stated) and are posted for adoption once they are completely vetted and ready to travel. Our pets are adoptable in Alabama and New England States. Our adoption fee includes transport fee, spay/neuter, current vaccinations, deworming, heart worm test for animals over 7 months old, all necessary vetting and an interstate health certificate. Once an application is received, our team is happy to answer all of your questions and send additional pictures and videos. Thank you for thinking rescue!

NEWPORT AND BRISTOL: WE NEED TO DISCUSS AN INSTITUTION. Aidan's. Still going strong on the Bristol waterfront since 1992, but for those who remember the long gone Newport location, you know exactly why this one made our list. The Guinness. The Irish pub atmosphere. The good times. Naturally, we've named a rescue dog after this legendary establishment. Meet Aidan! He is built like a shot of espresso with legs and this man has never casually entered a room in his entire life. He shows up like somebody just yelled LAST CALL and he has 14 seconds to make terrible decisions. He has places to be. People to meet. Dogs to play with. Absolutely no appointments on his calendar, yet SOMEHOW HE'S LATE FOR ALL OF THEM. Aidan loves other dogs, big and small, and has enough energy to personally power the Bristol waterfront during a blackout. He walks nicely on a leash, although occasionally pulls ahead because apparently the pub crawl is on a VERY tight schedule. And don't let his size fool you. He's 23 pounds with the confidence of a 200 pound nightclub bouncer and the attention span of someone who just discovered karaoke. Cats? No, thank you. Not a big fan. But there's something important about our little Aidan. He came from a heartbreaking neglect situation involving more than 20 dogs. And despite everything he's been through, this boy has decided life is going to be one enormous adventure. He's happy, outgoing, playful, and SO ready to find his people. After everything he's missed, he deserves a family who will fill his days with adventures, affection, and all the wonderful experiences that should have been his from the beginning. He's looking for an active family who enjoys the outdoors, owns a decent pair of sneakers, and has absolutely no illusions about spending every Sunday on the couch.Fair warning: He's not a couch potato. He's a caffeinated tater tot with a social calendar. If you're looking for a fun loving, active companion, Aidan might just be your guy! Starting the Application Process To begin the adoption process, please fill out an application online and then visit us during adoption hours. Click here to fill out our dog adoption application: https://tinyurl.com/8usxu6bh Click here to fill out our cat adoption application: https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HORI/Cat Adoption hours take place at: EGAPL Heart of RI, 44 Worthington Road, Cranston, RI. Tuesday: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Wednesday: 3:00 PM 7:00 PM, and Saturday: 10:00 AM 2:00 PM Submitting an application does not guarantee approval or place an animal on hold. Our team reviews applications carefully to help make the best possible match for both the adopter and the animal. What to Bring With You For an application to be considered complete, we must have all required documents. Please bring or email the following: - Proof of homeownership This may include a tax form, deed, mortgage statement, or similar documentation.ORLandlord approval If you rent, we need a copy of your lease clearly stating that you are allowed to have the type of pet you are applying for, or written and signed consent from your landlord. - Up to date veterinary records, if you currently have pets. Vet records should show proof of current vaccinations and spay/neuter surgery for animals already living in your home. You may bring hard copies with you during adoption hours or email them to HeartofRIAdoption@gmail.com Requirements to Adopt from EGAPL Heart of RI To adopt from us: - You must be a Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Vermont or Maine resident. We are unable to adopt to residents living in Massachusetts due to policies in that state. - You must be at least 21 years old. - Everyone living in the home must be aware of and involved in the adoption.All household members must meet our team before an application can be approved. They do not all need to come in at the same time. - Any current dogs in the home must complete an onsite meet and greet with the dog you are hoping to adopt. - Current pets in the home must be up to date on veterinary care and spayed or neutered. Once veterinary records have been reviewed, our team will schedule an onsite meet and greet with the dog you are hoping to adopt and any current dog or dogs in your home. We want to help make sure the match is safe, appropriate, and successful. Please do not bring your dog with you when you first apply. Our team will contact you to schedule a meet and greet if your application is moving forward. Helpful Reminders There is no set timeline for how long it takes to process an application. Our team does their best to review applications as quickly as possible. We kindly ask that you do not send duplicate emails asking for updates, as this can slow down the process.We do not do same day adoptions. Submitting an application does not mean you are approved to adopt a specific animal. We are looking for the best match for each animal based on their needs, personality, age, energy level, medical history, and the home environment. Adoption Fees Adoption fees help us continue to provide lifesaving care to animals in need. EGAPL Heart of RI is a nonprofit animal rescue and does not receive state or federal funding. The cost of veterinary care, food, supplies, staffing, transport, medications, and daily shelter operations has increased significantly.While adoption fees do not cover the full cost of caring for each animal, they help offset a portion of the medical care, housing, and support each pet receives before going home. Every adoption also helps make room for the next animal who needs safety, care, and a fresh start. DOGS Puppies under 1 year: $675 Adult dogs 1 year and older: $575 Dog adoptions include, as age appropriate: Spay or neuter surgery Rabies vaccine Distemper/parvo vaccines given while in our care, based on the dogs age and vaccine schedule Leptospirosis vaccine started while in our care, when age-appropriate Bordetella vaccineInitial deworming Heartworm testing, when age appropriate Microchip Flea and tick prevention or treatment while in our care Basic medical evaluation and care while at EGAPL Adoption counseling and take home guidance Please bring a leash and collar with you at the time of adoption, or ask our team what size is best for your new dog. CATS Kittens under 1 year: $425 Adult cats 1 year and older: $325 Cat and kitten adoptions include, as age appropriate: Spay or neuter surgery Rabies vaccine FVRCP/distemper vaccines given while in our care, based on the cat or kittens age and vaccine scheduleInitial deworming FeLV/FIV testing, when age appropriate Microchip Flea treatment or prevention while in our care Basic medical evaluation and care while at EGAPL Adoption counseling and take home guidance Please bring a secure cat carrier with you at the time of adoption. A Note About Puppy and Kitten Vaccines Puppies and kittens require a series of vaccines as they grow. We provide as many age appropriate distemper vaccines as possible while they are in our care, but young animals may still need additional boosters after adoption.Your adoption counselor will review your pets vaccine record with you so you know exactly what has been done and what may still be needed with your veterinarian. A Note About Leptospirosis Vaccines for Dogs We start dogs and puppies on the leptospirosis vaccine when age appropriate. Because some dogs are adopted before the booster is due, the full lepto series may not be completed before adoption. Your adoption counselor will review your dog's vaccine record with you and let you know whether a booster is still needed with your veterinarian. After Adoption Veterinary Care We recommend setting up an appointment with your veterinarian shortly after adoption. This helps your new pet establish care, allows your veterinarian to review their medical and vaccine history, and ensures they stay on track for any boosters or follow up care they may need. Flea and tick prevention, as well as heart worm prevention for dogs, are typically prescription products. Your veterinarian can help choose the safest and most appropriate preventatives for your pet based on their age, weight, medical history, and lifestyle. Why Adoption Fees Matter Every animal who comes through our doors receives individualized care. Some arrive healthy and simply need vaccines, spay/neuter surgery, and a safe place to land. Others need emergency care, diagnostics, treatment for parasites or infections, dental care, behavior support, special food, foster care, or weeks to months of daily shelter care before they are ready for adoption.Your adoption fee helps support that full circle of care. It helps the pet you are bringing home, and it helps the next animal who needs us. Thank you for choosing adoption and for supporting the lifesaving work of EGAPL Heart of RI

Age:   approx 10  months old   Weight: 16  lbs My adoption fee is $625   which includes transportation charges to the Northeast.     If you serious about adopting, the first step is to fill out an adoption application on our website:   https://www.smalldogrescuene.org/October 26, 2026, 10:55 pm

Adoption Donation   $ 199 Located:  New England   Age: approx    12  years old     Weight: 26  lb Meet Petey. This very good boy came to us as an owner surrender because his owner experienced serious health issues, and he's relaxing in his foster home while he waits to be discovered by a second chance family. Petey is 12 years old, a rat terrier mix, and he's had the benefit of great care and socialization for his entire life. He's gentle, well mannered, great with other dogs, and he meets people well. Petey loves car rides, naps, treats, and getting affection, and he settles in nicely to new routines. He's a little hard of hearing, but otherwise very healthy for a dog his age! He's also neutered and entirely up-to-date with vaccinations and vet care. We're told that he's not a fan of cats and we're looking for a cat free home for him. Petey is looking for a quiet home where he can relax and enjoy his golden years, and he's going to be a wonderful companion for someone who loves older dogs as much as we do.  If you are interested in adopting me, please fill out an application on our website  www.fohari.org  and email my foster parent for more information:  mkclark7@comcast.net Please verify the location and readiness of this dog with us.  Because we save lives from various locations through out the United States, some dogs may not be in New England yet, nor ready for immediate adoption.   Our adoption application can be found here: https://fohari.org/application/  Our Adoption Process:   Go to our website and select the animal you are interested in. ALL animals are in foster homes as we do NOT have a  shelter where you can visit. Some animals are in foster care in New England, and some are located in other states. If the initials following the animals name are a state, then that is the state where the animal is located. If initials are not a state, then those are the initials of the foster home outside of New England and you will not be able to meet the animal ahead of time. Complete our online application You will be contacted by phone or email by the foster parent  or a member of our adoption team and will have the opportunity to find out more about the animal, and ask any questions that you have to ensure the animal is a good fit for your household. If the animal is local, you can meet the animal, but you would not be able to take the dog home until you are approved to adopt.  From our end, we will check references and schedule a home visit.  If you live in an apartment, or a condo, we will need to verify permission to own the animal from your landlord or condo board. Please let your vet’s office and references know we will be contacting them. If your  references are positive, we will schedule a home visit by a volunteer. Please try to accommodate the home visit volunteer as most  have busy schedules. Delays in the visit will result in a delay in the adoption. Once you are approved, you will receive an e-mail with your  adoption contract attached. This e-mail will have details about pick up, the balance of the adoption fee that is owed, etc. Please email your signed & witnessed contract and pay your adoption fee in full, and for any animals located out of state, you will be contacted for details about transport to New England. Once you have paid your adoption fee in full and sent back your contract, you can make arrangement to pick up your animal from the foster home or from transport depending on where the animal is located. Please bring a harness, collar, ID tag and leash when you are picking up the dog unless otherwise instructed by the foster parent. Our extensive approval process is intended to ensure the best fit between our animals and adopters. Friends of Homeless Animals (FOHA) reserves the right to deny any adoption application with or without disclosure of cause. Your adoption fee helps to cover the cost of all age appropriate vetting and transportation. FOHARI.ORG makes no explicit or implicit guarantees in reference to the health, temperament and/or the breed of the animal. The animal is adopted ‘as is’, and the adopter assumes all responsibility for treatment of any and all existing conditions or any other conditions of physical or temperament changes that may occur. FOHARI.ORG will provide the animal with the basic vaccines, heart worm test and sterilization of dogs and cats before adoption if the age and current health of the animal permits. While FOHARI.ORG makes every effort to place only healthy animals, FOHARI.ORG cannot guarantee the health of any animal, and shall not be held responsible for any medical expenses that may be incurred. Rescuer will provide information received from the veterinarian exam, observations on the temperament of the animal and a best guess of the breed. Friends of Homeless Animals Inc. (FOHA) ASK ABOUT OUR TRAINING REBATE! Thanks for caring How to Help:  If you would like to HELP any of our special rescued dogs by making a donation or to place a deposit for a dog, you can use this secure & safe site on Paypal - please click on symbol below:     How to Contact us:  By phone between the hours of 10 AM and 7PM at 401-234-4499 By Email at friendsoha@yahoo.com Enter the dogs name in the subject line. Thank you! FRIENDS of HOMELESS ANIMALS, INC.  is a RHODE ISLAND NON PROFIT 501 (C)(3) RESCUE October 26, 2026, 9:01 pm

Age:   approx 10 months old   Weight: 13  lbs My adoption fee is $ 625  which includes transportation charges to the Northeast.     If you serious about adopting, the first step is to fill out an adoption application on our website:   https://www.smalldogrescuene.org/October 26, 2026, 10:55 pm