Welcome to the “Connecticut Rat Terrier Rescue” page here at Local Dog Rescues! Thanks for stopping by! If you are a first time visitor, then congratulations on your decision to adopt a dog! Your are about to improve (and potentially save!) the life of one lucky pup, as well as to immeasurable improve your own happiness! Every state page here on Local Dog Rescues contains a complete list of all the local rescue organizations that we have identified in each state. You will be able to see all their current contact information, as well as a link to their website, so you can check and see what dogs they currently have available for adoption. We provide all this information to help you identify ALL the available dogs for rescue near you, so you can find your perfect pup.

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The Rat Terrier embodies many of the terrier qualities, but the edge is dulled a bit. This breed has the intelligence and pizzazz of its exuberant fellows, but doesn’t have quite the incessant taste for constant engagement as the Jack Russell Terrier. Owners should be prepared to train the Rat Terrier early on for proper barking manners, as well as strategize a way to keep the little guy contained. This breed is a voracious chewer and digger, so keep his safety in mind by providing terrier-proof containment. Ideally the Rat Terrier will bring spirit, humor and intelligence to a household.

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If you can't find the right Rat Terrier Rescue that you’re searching for in your state, check below the listings for links to other Rescues in nearby states who may have exactly what you are looking for.

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Rat Terrier Rescues in Connecticut

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• To find additional Rat Terrier dogs available for adoption check: Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, or New Jersey.
• Or check out the complete list of all Rat Terrier Rescues in the USA!
• Find rescues groups dedicated to other dog breeds in Connecticut: Big Dog Rescues, Small Dog Rescues, Belgian Sheepdog, Field Spaniel, or Olde English Bulldogge.
• Are you a Rescue Group who isn't listed? Click Here to add your information!

We sincerely hope that this site will help you find the perfect dog to rescue near you. However, please keep in mind that while we have the utmost trust in every organization listed here, we cannot personally vouch for any individual group we have listed, or for the experience you will have with a dog you adopt from them. We strongly encourage you to research each organizations independently before deciding the adopt from them, as well as thoroughly preparing yourself, your family, and your home for the arrival of your new dog.