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Rat Terrier puppies and dogs in Galveston, Texas

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Jitterbug

Rat Terrier Australian Kelpie

Female, 1 yr 11 mos
Galveston, TX
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
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Meet Jitterbug! If happiness could be bottled up into one dog, it would be Jitterbug. This girl is pure joy on four legs—a wiggly, energetic ball of fun who wakes up every day ready to celebrate life! It's hard to believe that the confident, outgoing dog we know today is the same pup who arrived at the shelter shy, scared, and shut down. But with a little time and encouragement, Jitterbug has blossomed into a social butterfly who loves everyone and everything. New people? Amazing. New adventures? Count her in. A chance to play? She's already there. Jitterbug's enthusiasm for life is contagious. She loves splashing around in the water and zooming around the yard! But don't let all that energy fool you—when playtime is over, she's more than happy to snuggle up for some quality cuddle time. She's the perfect combination of adventure buddy and couch companion. She's got so much love, excitement, and happiness to share—she just needs someone to share it with. If you're looking for a dog who will greet every day like it's the best day ever, make you laugh, keep you active, and then curl up beside you for cuddles, Jitterbug is your girl. She's done waiting for her life to begin. Now she just needs her person to come find her.

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These Rat Terriers are available for adoption close to Galveston, Texas.
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Jitterbug

Rat Terrier Australian Kelpie

Female, 1 yr 11 mos
Galveston, TX
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Jitterbug! If happiness could be bottled up into one dog, it would be Jitterbug. This girl is pure joy on four legs—a wiggly, energetic ball of fun who wakes up every day ready to celebrate life! It's hard to believe that the confident, outgoing dog we know today is the same pup who arrived at the shelter shy, scared, and shut down. But with a little time and encouragement, Jitterbug has blossomed into a social butterfly who loves everyone and everything. New people? Amazing. New adventures? Count her in. A chance to play? She's already there. Jitterbug's enthusiasm for life is contagious. She loves splashing around in the water and zooming around the yard! But don't let all that energy fool you—when playtime is over, she's more than happy to snuggle up for some quality cuddle time. She's the perfect combination of adventure buddy and couch companion. She's got so much love, excitement, and happiness to share—she just needs someone to share it with. If you're looking for a dog who will greet every day like it's the best day ever, make you laugh, keep you active, and then curl up beside you for cuddles, Jitterbug is your girl. She's done waiting for her life to begin. Now she just needs her person to come find her.

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ROXY

Rat Terrier

Female, 6 yrs 1 mo
Texas City, TX
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
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Mini Boss

Rat Terrier Chihuahua

Male, 2 yrs
San Leon, TX
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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MAX

Rat Terrier

Male, 3 yrs
Pasadena, TX
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Taz

Rat Terrier

Male, Young
Houston, TX
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Taz! Don’t let his size fool you—Taz has enough personality packed into his little body for a dog twice his size! This handsome terrier mix was pulled from Harris County alongside his kennel buddy, Mac, during our recent shelter rescue mission, and we’re so glad he’s finally getting his chance to shine. At around 2 years old, Taz is the perfect mix of fun and laid-back. He’s a sweet little guy who carries himself like a big dog, but deep down he just wants to be loved and included in all of life’s adventures. Whether it’s hanging out on the couch, going for a walk, or simply being your sidekick, Taz is happy just being part of the family. So far, Taz has shown us that he’s a pretty chill dude with a heart of gold. He’s the kind of dog who will quietly steal your heart and become your best friend before you even realize it. Now all this little guy needs is a foster or forever home where he can be spoiled the way he deserves. Could Taz be your new best friend? Fill out an application to foster or adopt and give this sweet boy the happy ending he’s been waiting for! August 7, 2026, 3:36 pm

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Winnie

Rat Terrier Mixed Breed (Small)

Female, 5 mos
Houston, TX
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Winnie! 🩷 Winnie is the sweetest little girl with the cutest personality. She can be a little skittish when she first meets new people or experiences something new, but once she feels comfortable, she’s all in. She loves people, loves to snuggle in your lap, and when she gets really excited, her whole back end wags! She’s the perfect mix of playful and cuddly. Winnie loves playing fetch, enjoys tug, and has a blast running around with her foster siblings. She also has the cutest little prance when she walks that will make you smile every time. So far she’s doing great in her crate, we’re working on potty training, and she’s proving to be one smart little pup. She’s just starting to find her voice—usually when the other dogs think it’s time to bark and she chimes in. Winnie is going to make such a fun, loving addition to the lucky family who adopts her.  Winnie is a female Rat Terrier mix with an estimated date of birth of 3/7/26. She weighs 10 lbs.

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Below are our newest added Rat Terriers available for adoption in Galveston, Texas. To see more adoptable Rat Terriers in Galveston, Texas, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
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Julius

Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) German Wirehaired Pointer

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
Galveston, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hi, I’m Julius, and I have a very important announcement to make: I was absolutely meant to be a mermaid! Okay, okay… I know I’m a terrier mix, but if you saw how happy I am in the water, you’d understand! If I had my way, I’d live in the pool. Splish, splash, zoomies, repeat—that’s my kind of day! When I’m not busy pursuing my mermaid dreams, I’m having a blast with my dog friends in the play yard. I love to chase, wrestle, and generally make sure everyone is having a good time. I’m also a volunteer favorite, and I love heading out to shelter events in the community. Meeting people, making friends, and showing off my charming personality? Sign me up! I’m basically equal parts water enthusiast, social butterfly, and professional playmate. If you’re looking for a fun-loving companion who thinks every day should include an adventure—and preferably a swimming pool—I might be your guy. So, what do you say? Come meet me, and let’s make some waves!

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Rat Terrier shelters & rescues in Galveston, Texas

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

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Galveston Island Humane Society

6814 Broadway, Galveston, TX 77554

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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13.3 miles

Galveston County Animal Resource Center

3412 25th Ave N., Texas City, TX 77590

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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18.1 miles

Bay Area Pet Adoptions

3000 Avenue R, San Leon, TX 77539

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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32.9 miles

Pasadena Animal Control and Adoption

5150 Burke Road, Pasadena, TX 77504

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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46.2 miles

Scout's Honor Rescue

1302 Waugh Box 245, Houston, TX 77019

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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48.6 miles

K-9 Angels Rescue

1220 W. 23rd St, Houston, TX 77008

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rat Terrier basics

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Where do Rat Terriers come from? How many types of Rat Terriers are there? From the history of the breed to question about average height, weight and size, brush up on these basic facts about the Rat Terrier.

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