Rusty *

About Rusty *

Foster or Adopter needed to get Rusty out of boarding!

Hey there!
My name is Rusty, I'm a 7 year old Jack Russell terrier. I'm searching for my furever home at no fault of my own. The adult humans have mini humans now and they terrify me and I act out of fearful behavior. I'm not able to really shine in my environment or take my guard down. im an amazing dog and 100% your typical stubborn Jack russell. I love being outdoors in the summer and sun bathing, im not fond of the rain or this snow stuff we've had lately. Those days I am what mom calls "a couch potato ". I am currently living with a 10 year old fur brother who's a english shepherd. I think I'd love a home with no little humans, and if I could be the only dog or meet the dog to make sure I'm comfortable is more ideal. 2 years ago I was attacked by some big dogs, I thought they wanted to play but they weren't raised the same as me and it ended up with me being hospitalized for a few weeks. I had a long road of recovery but I made it ! Mom said that's just the breed I am, we're a fighter. I'm more fearful of new fur friends since this accident but mom tells me to keep a open mind and tries to relax me in any stressful situations. I love those treat puzzles , walks , running after rabbits in our yard, car rides, I love to howl and voice my opinion too. That's alittle bit about me , until next time

Available 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.

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