Jeri
When Jeri and Meri were found, they were essentially feral. They were hiding under a shipping container they had adopted as their home. It is unknown …
Desoto Animal Rescue Society • Horn Lake, MS
Senior Rat Terrier dogs
Senior Rat Terrier dogs for adoption
Meet 38 adoptable senior Rat Terrier dogs (age 7+) from shelters and rescues across the country. Older dogs are often calm, house-trained, and ready to love from day one.
Meet 38 adoptable senior Rat Terrier dogs (age 7 and up) from shelters and rescues across the country. Senior Rat Terriers are often overlooked in favor of puppies, yet they're frequently house-trained, settled in temperament, and ready to bond immediately. Because they're fully grown, you already know roughly how big they are and what they're like — making an older Rat Terrier one of the most predictable and rewarding dogs you can welcome home.
Barnaby
Please visit our web site at https://tarasdream.org/adopt to fill out an adoption application for this pet and for more info about our adoption proces…
The Animal Rescue Alliance • Raytown, MO
Lynn
Looking forward and not looking back takes resilience and commitment. Lynn has both of these and her thriving spirit will not relent. Lynn comes into …
Dog Star Rescue • Canton, CT
Fred
Fred is an 8-year-old Rat Terrier/Chihuahua mix with a sweet, social personality. He gets along well with cats, dogs, and older children, making him a…
Adopt A Dog Rescue • Phoenix, AZ
Lil Beau (LA)
Little Beau is a 10-year-old male rescue dog with a heartbreaking past, but despite everything he has endured, he continues to show resilience and a g…
New Rattitude, Inc. • Atlanta, GA
Lola (CA)
Sweet Lola's goal in life is to live in a home where she can be in the company of humans as much as possible. She will lavish her total loyalty on one…
New Rattitude, Inc. • Atlanta, GA
Georgie P (CA)
Outgoing and friendly, even with strangers, Georgie P. is a great companion for anyone wanting a reliably house-trained, well-mannered snuggler who ge…
New Rattitude, Inc. • Atlanta, GA
Nixie (WA)
Nixie is very sweet and mild. She's about 8 years-old, fully house-trained, and weighs 17 lbs. She loves all humans and is very sweet and easy to hand…
New Rattitude, Inc. • Atlanta, GA
JULIA
Julia is a calm and easy-going girl who seems to enjoy the company of other dogs in a relaxed way. From our volunteer observations, she appears social…
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
Flopsy
Meet Flopsy, who gets along well with her brother, Mopsy, who's also available for adoption. Flopsy is an 8-year-old Rat Terrier Mix who weighs 17 pou…
Wish Bone Canine Rescue • Normal, IL
Mopsy
Meet Mopsy, who gets along well with his sister, Flopsy, who's also available for adoption. Mopsy is an 8-year-old Rat Terrier Mix who weighs 30.9 pou…
Wish Bone Canine Rescue • Normal, IL
BEST FRIEND BUDDY
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 sh…
Critter Companion Rescue • Sussex, NJ
Sophie
Name: Sophie Age: 10 years Gender: Female Breed: Rat Terrier Mix Weight: 33 lbs Dog friendly: Yes, calm respectful dogs Cat friendly: Testing availabl…
Mending Spirits Animal Rescue • Mankato, MN
BENJAMIN
Imagine driving down a rural country road on the way to pickup groceries, when out of the brush comes 2 walking Halloween skeletons. That is what Benj…
Critter Cavalry Rescue • Franklin, TN
Branley
Branley may be a senior, but don’t tell him that—he’s too busy enjoying life his way.At 12 years young, this charming Rat Terrier has perfected the ar…
Polka Dogz Pet REscue, INc. • oakland, FL
Lucy (MI)
Meet Lucy, a petite 15-lb. sweetheart with impeccable manners and a heart full of love. At 8 years old, this charming little lady has been an absolute…
New Rattitude, Inc. • Atlanta, GA
Millie (NC)
Millie arrived at New Rattitude in rough shape, battling a severe case of pneumonia. Despite everything she went through, she proved herself to be inc…
New Rattitude, Inc. • Atlanta, GA
Sugar Plum
Sugar Plum is a 12-year-old Rat Terrier with a tiny body, a big personality, and a serious love for snuggles. At just 10 pounds, she’s happiest curled…
Pet Haven Inc. of MN • St. Paul, MN
Zeke
Zeke is a quiet gentleman looking for a home to spend his golden years. He enjoys sunbathing, short leisurely walks and naps in a comfy bed. Zeke woul…
HOPE FOR ANIMALS (formerly CCCARL; Clear Creek County Animal Rescue League) • Georgetown, CO
Bulba (FL)
Beautiful boy seeking a new loving home! Bulba loves his two young human siblings, but wow do they ever take up a lot of their parents' attention! Gon…
New Rattitude, Inc. • Atlanta, GA
Woodford
Meet Woodford! If you're looking for an easy and chill boy, Woodford is absolutely for you. With some young dog spunk still left in those bones, he's …
Lucky Pup Rescue SC • Greenville, SC
Ciabatta
Why you will love him... The Athlete: Ciabatta has plenty of energy and loves to run. Whether it’s a long walk, a jog, or just zooming around a big ba…
Legacy Humane Society • McKinney, TX
Sugar
Sugar is a Rat Terrier mix born approximately August of 2016. She likes to run around in the yard and hang out with her human once she gets to know yo…
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
Little Boy *courtesy post
Meet Little Boy!This sweet 4-year-old, 15 lb pup has been through a lot but hasn’t lost his loving spirit. He came to us after being hit by a car and …
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
Linky West
Hello, my name is Linky West! I'm around 9 years old and I weigh about 15-20 pounds. I think I'm a rat terrier mix. I'm spayed, vaccinated, microchipp…
Angels Among Us Pet Rescue • Alpharetta, GA
Fireworks
Meet Fireworks — a gentle older gentleman with a heart as warm as his name is lively. This sweet soul has been fully vetted and even had a fresh denta…
GreenDog Foundation • Lake Elsinore, CA
Lola (ae)
We rescued Lola from Memphis Animal Control on 4-26-25. She was found close to their facility, with another dog and was very underweight. She becomes …
Last Chance Pet Rescue, Inc • White Bluff, TN
Bonnie
All of our adoptable animals are up to date on routine vaccinations, microchipped and spayed or neutered. If the animal is too young a certificate for…
Texarkana Animal League • Texarkana, TX
CHRISTINA
A little dog with a big heart! Christina is a 37-pound Rat Terrier Mix who is the sweetest little doggy in the world! She is potty trained and walks o…
Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter • Waco, TX
Daisy (aka Dukes)
Name: Daisy Age: Spunky Senior Weight: 14 lbs Adoption Fee: $250.00 Good with Dogs? Yes, but bossy so she’d be best as an only dog. Good with cats? Sh…
PawPrints Animal Rescue Inc • Florence, KY
CHANG
Hi! Thanks for noticing me! I am currently at the Norfolk Animal Care & Adoption Center on stray hold while I wait for my owner(s) to come find me. Du…
Norfolk Animal Care Center • Norfolk, VA
Charlie (CHI)
Charlie is up to-date on all vaccines, preventatives, heartworm negative neutered and is microchipped.
Community Animal Rescue Effort (CARE) • Columbus, IN
Mooshu (Please Read My Story)
Hello humans, The name is Mooshu (not the dragon) and I am only 10 years old (not hundreds of years old like my namesake). I am a legend in my own rig…
Carolina Animal Rescue And Adoption • Sanford, NC
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Adopting a senior Rat Terrier — FAQ
What counts as a senior dog?
Most shelters and vets consider a dog "senior" around age 7, though large breeds often age sooner and small breeds a little later. Every dog listed here is 7 years or older.
How do I adopt a senior Rat Terrier?
Open a dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them, then follow the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization.
Are senior Rat Terrier dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Often, yes. An older Rat Terrier is usually past the high-energy puppy stage and may already know basic commands, which can make ownership easier to ease into. Each profile and shelter can tell you about that dog's individual personality and needs.
Why adopt a senior dog instead of a puppy?
Senior dogs are calmer, usually house-trained, and let you skip the chewing and sleepless nights — and because they are the hardest to place, adopting one can quite literally save a life that might otherwise run out of time.
Know a senior dog who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.