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Meet Johnny

URGENT: Foster or adopter Needed!! My heart is heavy writing this. Johnny and Tommy need a foster home this weekend if at all possible. These sweet boys are 11-year-old full brothers, small at just 15–20 pounds. Since they were puppies (around 6–8 months old), they’ve lived on a farm where they’ve truly been the guardians of the land—an alarm system for anything that drives onto the property. They’ve peacefully lived alongside other dogs, goats, horses, donkeys, and pigs. They’re used to being outdoors most of the time and were brought inside during bad weather. They are not house trained, but they are smart, food-motivated, and eager to please. They love treats and warm up quickly to people who come bearing snacks. Johnny’s past hasn’t been easy. He was kicked by a previous owner wearing boots, so he can be skittish—especially around boots—and has some anxiety with crates and car rides. Despite that, he has so much love to give once he feels safe. They’ve been fed pedigree kibble and have known a simple, consistent life. These boys don’t understand why things are changing. They deserve a soft place to land! If you can foster—or know someone who can, please reach out. Giving Johnny and Tommy a home right now would mean everything to them… and to all of us trying to help them. Apply online https://russellrescuetn.com/adoption or email Russellrescuetn@gmail.com if already approved I'm Available dogs are met by pre-approved adopters ONLY after a match is made. The application is the first step. Please complete the adoption (or foster) application here: https://www.russellrescuetn.com/application-for-adoption/We do not have any paid staff members. We are 100% volunteer powered. Thx for your patience. If you’d like to help offset the costs of our precious dogs care: Donations can be made via PayPal russellrescuetn@gmail.com or Venmo @russellrescuetn (Russell Rescue Inc, Columbia, TN; Mary Ruth Rogers, last 4 of phone 5889)Find all of our links here: https://linktr.ee/russellrescuetn

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Johnny

BreedJack Russell TerrierSexMaleSizeSmallAge11 years
  • Senior status confirmed
  • Last checked 7/12/2026
At Risk: This listing appears to be time-sensitive based on the rescue’s description. Please contact the rescue as soon as possible if you can help.
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Russell Rescue, Inc.
1412 Trotwood Ave. , Suite 36Columbia, TN 38401

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