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Kruzer

Rat Terrier

Male, 8 yrs 6 mos
Dickson, TN
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
Meet Kruzer! Some dogs spend their lives waiting for the right person. We think Kruzer has waited long enough. At 8 years old, Kruzer is everything people say they want in a dog. He’s gentle, easygoing, great with other dogs, cat-friendly, walks beautifully on a leash, and absolutely loves being around people. If you’re looking for a loyal companion who just wants to be included in your day, Kruzer is your guy. When Kruzer arrived at the shelter, he was heartworm positive. He faced treatment like a champ and has now completed it successfully. After all he’s been through, he’s finally ready to find what every dog deserves—a family of his own. Kruzer isn’t looking for anything fancy. He doesn’t need endless adventures or a huge backyard. He just wants a soft place to rest, someone to love, and a home where he can spend his golden years surrounded by kindness. The funny thing about dogs like Kruzer is that they get overlooked. People walk past because of the gray on their muzzle or the number beside their age. But those who adopt a senior dog will tell you the same thing: they’re some of the very best dogs you’ll ever meet.l Kruzer has spent years learning how to be a good boy. Now he just needs someone to give him a chance. Have other pets? Bring them along for a meet-and-greet! ##2609969##

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Kruzer

Rat Terrier

Male, 8 yrs 6 mos
Dickson, TN
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
Meet Kruzer! Some dogs spend their lives waiting for the right person. We think Kruzer has waited long enough. At 8 years old, Kruzer is everything people say they want in a dog. He’s gentle, easygoing, great with other dogs, cat-friendly, walks beautifully on a leash, and absolutely loves being around people. If you’re looking for a loyal companion who just wants to be included in your day, Kruzer is your guy. When Kruzer arrived at the shelter, he was heartworm positive. He faced treatment like a champ and has now completed it successfully. After all he’s been through, he’s finally ready to find what every dog deserves—a family of his own. Kruzer isn’t looking for anything fancy. He doesn’t need endless adventures or a huge backyard. He just wants a soft place to rest, someone to love, and a home where he can spend his golden years surrounded by kindness. The funny thing about dogs like Kruzer is that they get overlooked. People walk past because of the gray on their muzzle or the number beside their age. But those who adopt a senior dog will tell you the same thing: they’re some of the very best dogs you’ll ever meet.l Kruzer has spent years learning how to be a good boy. Now he just needs someone to give him a chance. Have other pets? Bring them along for a meet-and-greet! ##2609969##

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Lola (ae)

Rat Terrier Chow Chow

Female, Adult
White Bluff, TN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. We rescued Lola from Memphis Animal Control on 4-26-25. She was found close to their facility, with another dog and was very underweight. She becomes more beautiful by the day.   Lola is a sweet, laid back girl, who enjoys the simple pleasures in life (napping and eating) and is ready to find her forever family to retire with.  She’s 9-10 years old, about 40 lbs, and potty trained. She isn’t crate trained in her foster home, but sleeps peacefully at night in her room.    Lola enjoys going to Petco and meeting new people, she gets along with other dogs, but does try to chase cats, so is likely best suited for a home with no cats, unless the situation can be managed.   She does have some back issues and requires daily pain medication (currently less than $20 a month). We believe a calm home, with no small children would be best.    If you would like to apply to adopt Lola, click on the Adoption Application page!Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.June 11, 2026, 1:38 pm

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BENJAMIN

Rat Terrier

Male, Adult
Franklin, TN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
  Imagine driving down a rural country road on the way to pickup groceries, when out of the brush comes 2 walking Halloween skeletons.  That is what  Benjamin and his partner Olive looked like when we took them home.  Benjamin is a sweet JRT mix that is about 2 years old and weighs 27 lbs. He loves to play and destuff all of his stuffed animals. When his energy runs out, he will snuggle next to you on the couch. He is a smart boy and will keep you on your toes. Benjamin is learning house manners and will stay in a crate. Benjamin walks well on a harness but beware of squirrels. Because of his high prey drive, absolutely no cats!!! A fenced yard is highly desirable but not a necessity. he can always go out on a leash but never off leash when not in  fenced yard .      If you love the energy and personality of a jack russell, then benjamin, we'll check all the boxes that you are looking for.  Please email critter cavalry rescue at ccrtennessee@gmail.com.    please inform us where you live, city and state since we R based in Tennessee. But we do transport out of state to the northeastern corridor.      ADOPTION FEE REQUIRED. Contact ccrtennessee@gmail.com.June 11, 2026, 4:35 pm

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Randy DD~

Rat Terrier Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Columbia, TN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
6 years old | Affectionate | Loyal CompanionCertified Velcro Snuggle BugWe’re going to be honest… we don’t understand how this sweet boy is still here.Randy is the kind of dog that just fits.He’s easy, gentle, and just wants to be near his people. The kind of companion who quietly becomes your favorite part of the day.But here’s the part that matters right now… His foster will be going out of town soon.And we would LOVE for Randy to go straight from foster… to forever home No bouncing around. No extra stress. Just a smooth, happy transition into the life he deserves.He’s ready. He’s been ready.Now he just needs someone to choose him If you’re looking for a dog who will curl up next to you, follow you from room to room, and become a true best friend, Randy may be the perfect match.Randy is a 6 year old, 10 pounds rat terrier/chi mix who came to us from Louisiana.Available dogs are met by pre-approved adopters ONLY after a match is made. The application is the first step. Please complete the adoption (or foster) application here: https://www.russellrescuetn.com/application-for-adoption/We do not have any paid staff members. We are 100% volunteer powered. Thx for your patience.If you’d like to help offset the costs of our precious dogs care: Donations can be made via PayPal russellrescuetn@gmail.com or Venmo @russellrescuetn (Russell Rescue Inc, Columbia, TN; Mary Ruth Rogers, last 4 of phone 5889)Find all of our links here: https://linktr.ee/russellrescuetnJune 12, 2026, 1:06 am

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Taz

Rat Terrier

Male
Columbia, TN
Size
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Details
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Story
Precious little Taz needs a new place to rest his head. His dad got him as a companion and now cannot take care of him. Taz is considered special needs because of his extremely high energy and can destroy items with his obsessive compulsion to chewing. He also exhibits coprophagia. He will only be adopted to a approved adopter with past experience with his type issuesHe is a pure bred Rat Terrier only 1-2 year old this old.This tiny guy can be your next best friendHe needs a foster or adopter u told we can complete his adoption. Please help this guy stay out of boarding!Russellrescuetn@gmail.comAvailable dogs are met by appointment only and pre-approved adopters ONLY.Our dogs are currently in a foster homes which can answer your questions better than anyone else. We promise our fosters that we will qualify all potential adopters before we ask them to communicate with potential adopters.The application is the first step. Pleae complete the adoption (or foster) application here: https://www.russellrescuetn.com/application-for-adoption/You will be contacted if further information is needed.  We are 100% volunteer powered. Volunteers process the applications and need time above their personal needs and full-time jobs to process the apps.Please have patience. We do not have any paid staff members. Our adoption fee is $300 which includes spay/neuter, DHPP, Bordetella, Rabies, HW check, and microchip. Russell Rescue dogs are fostered in the Middle Tennessee area. We do not ship/transport our dogs, so the approved adopter must be willing to travel to Tennessee. Russell Rescue will try to first place our rescue dogs locally or in surrounding states.Russell Rescue is not open to the public for visiting hours. We do not have a physical location of our own. You can text our team if you need assistance with your app or have questions about your app status: 502-805-7786.March 8, 2026, 12:43 am

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Autumn (AKA Autumnwood) *

Rat Terrier

Male, Young
Columbia, TN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
Autumn is a one year old rat terrier approximately 12 pounds. He was found as a stray and is shy at first. He is looking for his  forever home or a foster! March 8, 2026, 12:43 am

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Pancake

Jack Russell Terrier

Female, Senior
Dickson, TN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Pancake! This sweet senior little lady is looking for a forever home where she can spend her golden years living her very best life. Pancake loves going on walks, taking cozy naps, and curling up next to her favorite people. She enjoys being around people, doesn’t mind other dogs, and would love a family to spoil her with love, comfy beds, and plenty of snuggles. Senior dogs have so much love to give, and Pancake is ready to be someone’s loyal best friend. Interested in meeting Pancake? If you have other dogs at home, bring them along for a meet and greet!  ##2733682##

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Rat Terrier shelters & rescues in Dickson, Tennessee

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2.9 miles

Humane Society of Dickson County

311 Tennsco Dr, Dickson, TN 37055

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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8.8 miles

Last Chance Pet Rescue, Inc

PO Box 118, White Bluff, TN 37187

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

27.5 miles

Critter Cavalry Rescue - TN

608 East Castle Ct., Franklin, TN 37069

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

36.9 miles

Russell Rescue of Tennessee

Columbia, TN 38401

Pet Types: dogs

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