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Rat Terrier puppies and dogs in Norfolk, Virginia

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These Rat Terriers are available in Norfolk, Virginia.
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Sammie

Rat Terrier Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Adult
Norfolk, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
For inquiries email christina@compactcaninerescue.org Fee: $500 Location: Chesapeake, VA Update 9/12/2026: Sammie continues to adjust and make progress in his foster home. He has mastered house training and loves being outside. We hope someone will give this sweet little guy a chance. He deserves the best. Meet Sammie! Sammie is a 7 year old, 8 pound, rat terrier mix. He was surrendered by his owner to the rescue because she could no longer care for him due to health issues. Sammie is a little confused but making foster friends and enjoying the fenced yard in his foster home. He even came to foster mom for chin scratches this morning. He has only lived with an older lady. He will need time to warm up to gentlemen. They will need to take it slow. He does take a little bit to trust new people. But his whole world has been turned upside down. We understand he needs time to adjust and we will allow him the time he needs to find the right home for him. A quiet home with consistent care and a fenced yard will suit him best. He LOVES being outside. Sammie has been neutered, microchipped, heartworm tested and brought up to date on the required vaccines. He is ready to be adopted in the next week after he heals. He's a sweet little guy! For the most up to date photos and information follow us on our social media channels. Instagram Facebook X YouTube TikTok BlueSky LinkedIn Please visit our website www.compactcaninerescue.org to learn more about this amazing pet and see other adoptable dogs.
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BEST FRIEND BUDDY

Rat Terrier Beagle

Male, Senior
Norfolk, VA
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
Best friend Buddy is the total package. He loves people and greets everyone, always eager for attention.   At 12, Buddy ended up in a rural Tennessee shelter. We do not know his backstory or why such a sweet boy would land in a shelter. We may never know.     At Critter Cavalry, we adore seniors and believe they deserve every chance to find a loving home. You won’t regret considering Buddy—he loves everyone, whether human or animal. Buddy is everyone’s best friend.     Buddy is healthy for a senior. He has limited sight and hearing, but is otherwise in good shape. He navigates his foster home easily and enjoys exploring the fenced yard. He comes when called—just use a louder voice.   Buddy is ready to retire with a couple eager to add him to their family. He’d love a fenced yard to explore—size isn’t important—and an active retirement with short walks and car rides. He will be a wonderful addition to a family that matches his lifestyle.   If you want a new best friend, Buddy is perfect for you. To learn more about adopting him, contact Vivienne at vivienneajames@gmail.com or 615-943-7311. Approved application and adoption fee required.    October 16, 2026, 3:05 pm

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Sammie

Rat Terrier Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Adult
Norfolk, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
For inquiries email christina@compactcaninerescue.org Fee: $500 Location: Chesapeake, VA Update 9/12/2026: Sammie continues to adjust and make progress in his foster home. He has mastered house training and loves being outside. We hope someone will give this sweet little guy a chance. He deserves the best. Meet Sammie! Sammie is a 7 year old, 8 pound, rat terrier mix. He was surrendered by his owner to the rescue because she could no longer care for him due to health issues. Sammie is a little confused but making foster friends and enjoying the fenced yard in his foster home. He even came to foster mom for chin scratches this morning. He has only lived with an older lady. He will need time to warm up to gentlemen. They will need to take it slow. He does take a little bit to trust new people. But his whole world has been turned upside down. We understand he needs time to adjust and we will allow him the time he needs to find the right home for him. A quiet home with consistent care and a fenced yard will suit him best. He LOVES being outside. Sammie has been neutered, microchipped, heartworm tested and brought up to date on the required vaccines. He is ready to be adopted in the next week after he heals. He's a sweet little guy! For the most up to date photos and information follow us on our social media channels. Instagram Facebook X YouTube TikTok BlueSky LinkedIn Please visit our website www.compactcaninerescue.org to learn more about this amazing pet and see other adoptable dogs.
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BEST FRIEND BUDDY

Rat Terrier Beagle

Male, Senior
Norfolk, VA
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
Best friend Buddy is the total package. He loves people and greets everyone, always eager for attention.   At 12, Buddy ended up in a rural Tennessee shelter. We do not know his backstory or why such a sweet boy would land in a shelter. We may never know.     At Critter Cavalry, we adore seniors and believe they deserve every chance to find a loving home. You won’t regret considering Buddy—he loves everyone, whether human or animal. Buddy is everyone’s best friend.     Buddy is healthy for a senior. He has limited sight and hearing, but is otherwise in good shape. He navigates his foster home easily and enjoys exploring the fenced yard. He comes when called—just use a louder voice.   Buddy is ready to retire with a couple eager to add him to their family. He’d love a fenced yard to explore—size isn’t important—and an active retirement with short walks and car rides. He will be a wonderful addition to a family that matches his lifestyle.   If you want a new best friend, Buddy is perfect for you. To learn more about adopting him, contact Vivienne at vivienneajames@gmail.com or 615-943-7311. Approved application and adoption fee required.    October 16, 2026, 3:05 pm

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Terry

Wirehaired Fox Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Young
Norfolk, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
For inquiries email jonna@compactcaninerescue.org Fee: $600 Location: Manassas, VA Update 9/2/26: Terry is fully recovered from his surgery and is a fantastic pup! Bring this adorable pup into your home! He is just about perfect!! Updatee 9/2/26: Terry is fully recovered from his surgery and is a fantastic pup! Bring this adorable pup into your home! He is just about perfect!! UPDATE Aug. 8, 2026: Terry is such a great dog. He came to us in bad shape: his hip was fractured, his fur was completely matted, possibly struck by a car. He had surgery on his hip and came through with flying colors. His fur is growing back nicely, too! He is running and playing like a young dog should! He is using the limb after surgery. He is full of energy. He loves to run and play in the fenced yard in his foster home. Terry loves other dogs and he isn't much of a barker! He's an all around good boy! Terry is ready for his new home. Meet Terry! Terry is a sweet little terrier mix. He is approximately 3 years old and weighs 12 pounds. He was a stray in the Norfolk area who was picked up by animal control and taken to the shelter. Upon intake Terry was noted to have difficulty walking and his leg was swinging from the hip joint. He was in some pain as well. After completing their intake tasks the shelter obtained x-rays. Poor little Terry had a broken hip, most likely from being hit by a car. We inquired about Terry and learned he was scheduled for an amputation surgery Friday, June, 4th. We asked if that was his only option. And, luckily, it was not. He could also have FHO Surgery but the shelter could not afford it. Understandably, they would only consider amputation. Funding is scarce for animal shelters and they definitely do the best they can for each animal. We are grateful for our partnership with NACC. They are a great shelter. Terry is a young dog and we did not want to see him amputated if possible. We called our clinic in Manassas to find out if they perform the FHO procedure and they do!! And, the best part...they have an opening on Monday, June 8th! We immediately scooped up Terry! With with a stroke of luck, and the help of Pilots N Paws were able to fly him to Manassas on Thursday, June 4th! He is now comfortable in our foster moms home, receiving pain medication and resting up for his surgery. So far he has been very sweet. He is seeking attention and playing with toys as well. He is very happy to be out of the stressful, shelter environment. Terry will have FHO surgery along with his neuter on Monday, June 15th. Terry will need some recovery time but small, active dogs recover very quickly from this surgery. If you are interested in donating to his care please use the links below to help out. His current cost estimate is $2437 - $3050, not including vaccine boosters, preventives, pain medication and his neuter. PayPal Donation Link - Save Terry's Leg Venmo Donation Link - Save Terry's Leg Please stay tuned for updates and new photos. For the most up to date photos and information follow us on our social media channels. Instagram Facebook X YouTube TikTok BlueSky LinkedIn Please visit our website www.compactcaninerescue.org to learn more about this amazing pet and see other adoptable dogs.
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PIXIE FROM DIXIE

Jack Russell Terrier Feist

Female, Adult
Norfolk, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Sweet Pixie from Dixie! This beautiful young adult is only 2-year-old girl, 26-pounds and considered to be a Jack Russell and Feist mix who is as sweet as can be!   Through no fault of her own, this precious girl found herself at a small rural Tennessee shelter after her beloved owner passed away and the family did not step up to care for her.  This is happening so often and it is just sad as can be.  Can you imagine how confused that Pixie must be with her whole world turned upside down and being left at a noisy concrete floor shelter in a small kennel run.  So far from the comfort of a home and loving human who made her the center of their world.  Critter Cavalry Rescue wants to change the for her and what we need is a foster home at least or better yet, a forever family to give her a new chapter in her book of life.  Pixie deserves a family who will love her, cherish her, and give her the happily ever after she deserves. She is good with other dogs and we can cat test if needed. She is housebroken and not sure on crate training but that could be done easily with such a young and smart little girl. She didn't ask for her world to change, but we hope we can help her find happiness again.   Please contact Critter Cavalry Rescue if you can help in any way.  Email us at ccrnewengland@gmail.com and tell us where you live, city and state.  We can transport to the northeastern corridor of states every weekend from our Tennessee foster homes.  This girl needs a foster home at least and we will pay for food and all vetting done.  If you can help please email or text 615-661-5333.   Could you be the person she's been waiting for?October 16, 2026, 3:05 pm
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PUPPY SUSYE

Feist Jack Russell Terrier

Female, Puppy
Norfolk, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Susye — A Young Girl Ready for a Home of Her Own Sometimes the best dogs have the hardest beginnings. Susye’s second chance began when a Nashville Fire Department EMT realized that the homeless woman caring for her would not be leaving the hospital. He could not bear the thought of this young dog being left with nowhere to go, so he brought Susye home and made sure she was safe. For the past three months, Susye has been living with her firefighter foster dad and his four dogs. She has been a happy, peaceful addition to the family and has settled into home life beautifully. She is crate trained when needed, loves using the dog door, and enjoys spending time in the fenced backyard. Now fully vetted and spayed, Susye is turning 8 months old this month and is ready for a forever home with the stability she deserves. She weighs 43 pounds. We believe Susye may be a Feist, Rat Terrier, or Jack Russell Terrier mix, possibly with some herding breed influence. She is bright, active, affectionate, and eager to be part of whatever is happening. Like many young herding and terrier mixes, she will do best with regular exercise, engagement, and continued training. Although Susye adores her foster dog siblings, they are all older. Her foster dad cannot help but think she would especially love a home with a younger, playful dog companion who can match her energy and enjoy growing up alongside her. Her firefighter foster dad also works 12-hour shifts, and caring for five dogs has become more than he can reasonably maintain long-term. Susye is loved and safe, but this was always meant to be her stepping stone—not her final destination. She would thrive with a family that can give her companionship, consistency, playtime, and plenty of opportunities to use her smart young mind. A securely fenced yard would be wonderful, and another playful dog would be a big bonus. Susye has already experienced more uncertainty than any puppy should. Now she is ready for the part of her story where she belongs somewhere for good. ccrnewengland@gmail.com PLEASE NOTE:   Our dogs and cats are fostered in Tennessee and can transport weekly up to the Northeast region.  Request an application and learn more about Critter Cavalry at https://www.crittercavalry.com/adoption.October 16, 2026, 3:05 pm

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Compact Canine Rescue

P.O. Box 10312, Norfolk, VA 23513

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Critter Cavalry Rescue - VA

Norfolk, VA 23510

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