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Trixie

Jack Russell Terrier · Male · Senior · 13 years

Breed: Jack Russell TerrierReference: D2026068. Age: 13 years. Sex: Female. Size: SmallI'd prefer not to live with a catI love fuss and attentionI walk nicely on a leadStranger friendlyI need someone with me most of the timeI'd prefer to be the only dog in the homeI could live with children of primary school ageI'm young at heartApply to adopt Trixie Dog application formHow to adopt a dogCaring for your dogBack to dogsHelp me find a homeApply to adopt Trixie Dog application formHow to adopt a dogCaring for your dogBack to dogsHelp me find a homeMore about TrixieMore information about Trixie coming soon... Dogs looking for their forever homesDogs looking for their forever homesGary2026-09-12T07:18:20+01:0010 x puppiesPeter2026-09-12T07:17:48+01:00TrixiePeter2026-09-07T15:09:26+01:00MinniePeter2026-07-17T06:40:51+01:00CocoGary2026-07-06T06:58:32+01:00StormMore from RSPCA ChesterfieldA gift in your WillEverything you need to know about leaving a gift in your will or donating in memory of a loved one. Donate todayMaking a donation is quick and easy. Any amount you can give will help change the lives of animals. Volunteer for usDo something rewarding for animals and give the gift of time. Join our team and make a difference.

Size
Small
Age
Senior · 13 years
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
RSPCA Chesterfield and North Derbyshire
Living with Trixie
  • Good with kids
Cared for by RSPCA Chesterfield and North Derbyshire · United KingdomLearn about Jack Russell Terrier

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Bringing Trixie home

What you'll need for Trixie in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
  4. 04

    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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    €20–35

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About Trixie

What life with Trixie looks like

Trixie is a small senior jack russell terrier dog waiting at RSPCA Chesterfield and North Derbyshire in United Kingdom.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇬🇧Adopting from United Kingdom

UK shelters work under the Pet Travel Scheme (post-Brexit, the EU pet passport is not valid; a UK Animal Health Certificate is required for travel into the EU). Most UK rescues focus on domestic placements but some work with EU partners.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Trixie, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Trixie?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. RSPCA Chesterfield and North Derbyshire handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Trixie on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Trixie if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — RSPCA Chesterfield and North Derbyshire will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. UK adopters: post-Brexit travel into the EU requires an Animal Health Certificate. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Trixie already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Trixie isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with RSPCA Chesterfield and North Derbyshire early rather than rehoming privately; they know Trixie and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (EN). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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