Available for Adoption

The pictures and information posted here are provided as a public service to individuals, shelters and rescue groups across the U.S. requesting assistance and it is the responsibility of those persons/groups to notify ARTR when the animals are adopted so the information can be removed.

We have dogs that need homes in the following states:

Alabama California Colorado Florida Georgia Illinois Iowa Kentucky Louisiana Missouri New Jersey North Carolina South Carolina Texas

For additional rescue organizations, please visit:

• World Animal Net - The world's largest network of animal protection societies with over 1,500 affiliates in more than 80 countries campaigning to improve the status and welfare of animals.

• Pet Finder - Search throughout the United States by breed and location.

• A.D.O.P.T. - A.D.O.P.T. is a not-for-profit, no-kill, all volunteer organization serving Naperville and the surrounding area.

• Adopt-A-Pet - Victoria, Texas - Several Rat Terriers for adoption and other dogs and pups too.

• Lost and Found - Miami-Dade Animal Care and Control Division

• Mufeesboro, TENNESEE - Several Rat Terriers and Rat Terrier mixes in this no-kill shelter

Alabama

California

Odie Santa Rosa, California Odie is 3 1/2 years of age and a happy, healthy little guy. Odie's irresponsible breeder, like many others more concerned with profit, misrepresented him as a good match for a busy young family with small children. What Odie wants and deserves, most of all, is a permanent, loving adult home with someone who has time and love to spend on him.

Scooter San Jose, California Scooter is a super sweet 4 year old boy who loves everyone- he even kisses kitties! He is very healthy , up to date on vaccines and good with well-behaved children 7 years of age and older. His young family just doesn't have time for him anymore.

Barkley Sunnyvale, California Barkley is a great 7 year old, energetic, and fun loving little dog who will want to be with you all of the time. He is very smart and makes an excellent watchdog. He does not bark a lot, but he will sound the alarm when strangers are approaching the house. Barkley loves to run around, play catch, and play with his toys or just cuddle on the couch. He would do great with a playmate or as an only dog if his owner is home most of the time to keep him company -he can’t wait for you to play with him but he does not want to be alone. Barkley's owner has gone off to college and that is why he needs a new home, without small children.

Bailey Palmdale, California Bailey is a 3 year old very sweet little girl who really needs a home without small children. Like many Rat Terriers, she is fearful and very nervous around her family's toddler. Bailey is very healthy and up to date on all of her vaccinations.

Sadie Anderson, California Sadie, friendly and loving, has never met a person she didn't like. She is a beautiful 8 year old girl who would be a wonderful companion to a retired person who likes to spend time at home with her. Sadie loves attention. She is spayed , on heartworm preventative and up to date on all of her vaccines. All she needs is a permanent and loving home!

Eddie Eddie is a very loving, sweet 8 1/2 year old boy who is good with older children and up to date on all of his vaccines. Eddie loves to play with any kind of ball and gets along well with other dogs. His owners, who adopted him from the SPCA 2 years ago, have not been able to teach him not to mark their carpets and no longer want him.

Colorado

Florida

Georgia

Meggie Woodstock, Georgia This beautiful and very sensitive girl was severely injured, resulting in the loss of one of her legs, only to be abandoned at the veterinary hospital, traumatized and alone. To quote her veterinarian, "This little girl was dealt a very rotten hand." Meggie has recovered completely from her injuries now and gets around excellently on her 3 legs. She is 6 years old and though terrified of men and children, she is great with other dogs and cats. Meggie is a true survivor who has earned the right to a loving, responsible, peaceful and permanent home.

Boston Cochran, Georgia Boston is a sweet and handsome 3-4 yr old rat terrier/fiest, a very sweet and loving boy. He has lots of cute expressions his foster mom's favorite one is his smile, whenever he gets excited he puts on a big smile and does a little wiggle dance. He gets along great with other dogs and cats too. To apply for him contact: pittieprotector@yahoo.com Boston is current on ALL vaccinations, heartworm negative and on preventative. Boston has also been neutered and is ready to go. Don't wait though we are currently taking applications, an application is required.

Sophia Villa Rica, Georgia Sophia is a good little 4 year old who has lost her home due to her owner's allergies. She would like a caring home with no children and lots of time and attention for her.

Lou Kennesaw, Georgia Lou is a beautiful and sweet red and white 5 year old boy who is good with children and up to date on vaccines. Lou was abandoned in Atlanta where his rescuer found him.

Pip Bainbridge, Georgia Pip is a very sweet, intelligent girl who was turned in to the shelter because her owner was in failing health., she would make anyone who adopted her a wonderfull companion. If you are interested in giving Pip a loving home forever please call the Bainbridge Humane Society at: (229) 246-0101 or (229) 248-2036.

Illinois

Iowa

Kentucky

Louisiana

SPARKY Louisiana SPARKY is a very sweet and very energetic 1 year old girl who needs a new home due to the presence of a small child in her current home. She is up to date on all of her vaccinations. Sparky needs a home where there is time to spend with her to play and spend her high energy.

PRISSY Louisiana PRISSY turned 6 on Thanksgiving and was described by her owners as " an exceptional spirit who deserves to enjoy the rest of her life with all the kind attention she can be given—-she will reward her owner with a gentle love and steadfast devotion". Unfortunately her family now has 2 small children and Prissy, like so many Rat Terriers, is fearful of their impulsive behavior and so, defensive towards them. She longs for a loving, adult home. Prissy has always had excellent care, is in very good health, up to date on all vaccines and heartworm negative.

Missouri

Brody Springfield, Missouri Brody is a three year old apricot and white Rat Terrier who is crate trained, leash trained and is doing well on housetraining. He is very friendly and outgoing with people and gets along well with other dogs and cats. Like all rescues, Brody is neutered, in excellent health and up to date on all vaccinations. He is located in southwest Missouri and is available now. If you are interested in him, please submit an application to adopt him now.

TOPPY Kansas City, Missouri TOPPY lost his home when his 89 year old owner passed away in March. He is a good boy and a loving companion. He would like a quiet home with a caring adult with whom he can spend all of his time.Toppy is 10, healthy and up to date on his vaccines.

New Jersey

North Carolina

Eddie Elizabeth City, North Carolina EDDIE is about age 6 years and is described by his shelter staff as "GOOD AS GOLD". He's vaccinated and is heartworm negative. He's very good on a leash, loves to go for walks, has a calm, stable temperament - CUTE, personable, snuggly! Eddie says that he would LOVE a safe, secure fenced yard and a cuddly bed IN the house with his new Fur-Ever Family. Might that be at YOUR house? Please come and pay a visit to EDDIE! SPCA of Northeastern North Carolina Elizabeth City, NC 252-338-5222

Mars Belmont, North Carolina MARS is a happy, very energetic deaf 2 year old fellow who is searching for a loving home that will welcome his high-energy and be tolerant of his disability by spending lots of time teaching him to respond to visual signals as well as playing with him.

North Carolina

Texas

DEXTER Dallas, Texas DEXTER is a 6 year old "chocolate" boy who loves everyone and can play ball for as long as you are willing to throw it! He plays well with other dogs and cats. His other favorite sport is swimming- he loves the water!

GEORGE Houston, Texas George embodies the true spirit of the rat terrier! When he is in a silly mood he's a complete clown yet he has his quiet snuggly side, too. George is very conversational - he loves to "talk" to his humans. He also wants to be right with you wherever you are, George is just the guy for someone who wants a loyal and constant companion at all times. He gets along well with other dogs and is a generally happy-go-lucky fellow. His foster mom literally took him back out of the euthanasia room at the animal shelter. George had heartworms, but has been treated and is in good health now.