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Jack Russell Rescue Dogs & Puppies for Adoption in and around Derbyshire Dales

There are 2 Jack Russells looking for a new home in and around Derbyshire Dales right now, listed by Helping Yorkshire Poundies and Thornberry Animal Sanctuary. Jack Russells here are Jack Russell and Parson Russell Terriers, including crosses.

All 2 are with rescues within about 25 miles of Derbyshire Dales, in places such as Catcliffe and North Anston. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of Derbyshire Dales.

By listed age: 1 adult and 1 older dog.

Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.

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Meg, jack russell terrier for adoption in Near Rotherham

Meg

12 years • Female • Jack Russell Terrier

Smalllow energy
Helping Yorkshire Poundies

Near Rotherham · 20 miles

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Laurie, bedlington x jrt for adoption in North Anston

Laurie

4 years • Male • Bedlington x Jrt

Blind or low vision
Thornberry Animal Sanctuary

North Anston · 22 miles

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Jack Russells near Derbyshire Dales right now

2 Jack Russells are listed in or around Derbyshire Dales today, with 2 rescues. By age: 1 adult dog and 1 older dog. 1 is male and 1 female. The newest was added on 28 October 2026.

  • Helping Yorkshire Poundies near Rotherham, about 20 miles away: 1 Jack Russell
  • Thornberry Animal Sanctuary at North Anston, about 22 miles away: 1 Jack Russell

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About Jack Russells

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Jack Russell Terrier
Breed groupTerrier
SizeSmall
Height (breed standard)25 to 30 cm
ExerciseUp to 1 hour a day
Size of homeA flat is big enough (Parson Russell: a small house)
GroomingOnce a week
CoatShort (sheds); smooth, broken or rough
LifespanOver 10 years (Parson Russell: over 12 years)

What Jack Russells are like to live with

The Royal Kennel Club calls the Jack Russell Terrier a "modern descendent of the hardy terriers developed by the Rev John Russell". Its roots are in the working terriers of the British Isles, and The Royal Kennel Club says it is hoped the breed "will remain essentially a working Terrier both in type and temperament". The breed standard describes the temperament as "bold, fearless, friendly and confident".

Sources (checked 30 September 2026)

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Breed descriptions are general. Every rescue animal is an individual, so the rescue's own assessment of the animal comes first.

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Jack Russells in Derbyshire Dales: your questions

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How many rescue Jack Russells are available for adoption in Derbyshire Dales?

As of 8 November 2026, 2 Jack Russells are listed for adoption in and around Derbyshire Dales on LocalPetFinder, from Helping Yorkshire Poundies and Thornberry Animal Sanctuary. All are with rescues within about 25 miles of Derbyshire Dales, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

Which rescues near Derbyshire Dales have Jack Russells right now, and how old are they?

As of 8 November 2026, Helping Yorkshire Poundies (near Rotherham, about 20 miles away): 1 and Thornberry Animal Sanctuary (at North Anston, about 22 miles away): 1. By age, that is 1 adult dog and 1 older dog. The newest was added on 28 October 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

Where can I adopt a Jack Russell in Derbyshire Dales?

With the rescue that has the dog. Today the Jack Russells on this page are with Helping Yorkshire Poundies (1) and Thornberry Animal Sanctuary (1). Open a profile and apply to that rescue: each one runs its own application, home check and adoption fee. We don't rehome animals ourselves.

What is the difference between a Jack Russell and a Parson Russell?

They are separate breeds. The Royal Kennel Club recognised the Parson Russell Terrier in 1990 and changed its name in 1999 to tell it apart from the Jack Russell, which it recognised in 2016. UK Jack Russell breeders kept a type similar to the Parson Russell in proportion, but in a smaller frame.

How much exercise does a Jack Russell need?

The Royal Kennel Club says up to an hour a day, while PDSA and Battersea both say at least an hour, plus play and training. Battersea says owners often underestimate how much exercise these small dogs need. Ask the rescue about this dog, as age and health make a difference.

Are Jack Russells good with children?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. None of the 2 Jack Russells listed in and around Derbyshire Dales is marked by its rescue as able to live with children today. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue what age of children the dog could live with.

How much does it cost to adopt a Jack Russell in Derbyshire Dales?

The Jack Russells listed in and around Derbyshire Dales today are with Helping Yorkshire Poundies near Rotherham, about 20 miles away (1) and Thornberry Animal Sanctuary at North Anston, about 22 miles away (1); each profile shows that rescue's fee. Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Dogs Trust charges £300 for a puppy or adult dog in England, Wales and Scotland, and Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over and £335 for dogs aged 1 to 7. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.

Are there Jack Russell puppies for sale in Derbyshire Dales?

No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Jack Russell on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 2 Jack Russells listed in and around Derbyshire Dales today are with Helping Yorkshire Poundies near Rotherham, about 20 miles away (1) and Thornberry Animal Sanctuary at North Anston, about 22 miles away (1), and each rescue shows its own fee on the profile. For comparison, Dogs Trust £300, and Blue Cross puppies under six months start from £525. If you searched "jack russell puppies for sale Derbyshire Dales", the Jack Russells here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price. In England, Lucy's Law has meant since 6 April 2020 that puppies under six months can't be sold by a third party such as a pet shop or dealer: you buy direct from the breeder or adopt from a rehoming centre.

Can I get a free Jack Russell to a good home in Derbyshire Dales, or one under £500?

Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 2 Jack Russells listed in and around Derbyshire Dales today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; the nearest rescue is Helping Yorkshire Poundies near Rotherham, about 20 miles away. Many rescue fees are under £500: Dogs Trust charges £300, and Blue Cross from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over. An animal offered "free to a good home" is usually a private advert rather than a rescue. All dogs in the UK must be microchipped by 8 weeks old, and in England, Wales and Scotland a dog can't pass to a new keeper until it is chipped, so ask to see the microchip details.

Are there Jack Russell puppies for adoption in Derbyshire Dales?

Not right now: none of the 2 listed in and around Derbyshire Dales is under a year old by its listed age. Puppies do get listed, so check back or look at the adults, whose rescues can tell you much more about their character.

Are there older Jack Russells for adoption in Derbyshire Dales?

Yes: 1 of the 2 listed in and around Derbyshire Dales is aged 7 or over by their listed age. Some rescues charge less for older dogs: Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over.

Is there a Jack Russell rescue near me in Derbyshire Dales?

As of 8 November 2026, the Jack Russells listed in and around Derbyshire Dales are with Helping Yorkshire Poundies near Rotherham, about 20 miles away (1) and Thornberry Animal Sanctuary at North Anston, about 22 miles away (1). The nearest to Derbyshire Dales is Helping Yorkshire Poundies near Rotherham, about 20 miles away. You can also see Jack Russells across England. To see what is closest to you, search by postcode with the pet finder on our home page. To hear when one is listed, set up an email alert on this page.

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