Because every Fox Terrier deserves a loving home.

Adopt. Foster. Donate.

Serving across United States for over 35 years

A little bit about us

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Mission

Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome Fox Terriers while educating the public about responsible ownership and breed specific needs.

History

American Fox Terrier Rescue has been rescuing, fostering, and rehoming Fox Terriers for more than 35 years. What began as a small group of passionate volunteers has grown into a nationwide network helping hundreds of dogs find their forever homes.

We are a registered 501(c)3 non-profit charitable organization.

Meet our adoptable dogs

Below are some of the Fox Terriers currently available for adoption/fostering. If you are interested please fill out our application.

  • A fluffy, curly-haired dog with a black nose and one ear partially folded, sitting indoors on a floral blanket with a person's hand gently supporting its neck.

    Winston

    Age: 8 • Male in Texas

    Playful and affectionate. Hates cats, but is a pro at hunting small critters in the yard!

    UPDATE: ADOPTED!

  • A small black and white dog with a distinctive black patch around one eye, sitting on a towel in what appears to be a stainless steel room, possibly a veterinary or grooming facility.

    Zeb

    Age: 13 • Male

    In need of tender loving care

    UPDATE: ADOPTION PENDING!

  • A fluffy, light-colored dog lying on a green textured blanket with a large carrot in its mouth.

    Daisy Mae

    Age: 15 mos. • Female in Pennsylvania

    Extremely energetic, active, and playful!

    UPDATE: NO LONGER AVAILABLE

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How you can help

Our volunteers are the backbone of American Fox Terrier Rescue. With a network spread across the country, they make it possible for us to rescue, foster, and place Fox Terriers in loving homes.

  • Simple line drawing of a dog's face on a red background.

    Fostering dogs until they find a permanent home

  • Red background with white outline of headset with a microphone

    Answering phone calls
    and emails

  • White paw print icon on a red background.

    Transporting dogs to fosters or adopters

  • Icon of three people on a red background

    Helping with fundraising and community outreach

  • Outline of a hand holding a heart against a red background

    Reaching out to shelters and rescues

  • Icon of a smartphone on a red background

    Monitoring social media for terriers in need

Contact Us

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH REHOMING, OR ASSISTING A FOX TERRIER IN NEED OF RESCUE, PLEASE COMPLETE THE FORM AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE, SEND US AN EMAIL, MESSAGE US THROUGH FACEBOOK, OR, IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION, CALL (703) 407-9557

Volunteer contacts

We rescue, foster, and place Fox Terriers in loving homes

Middle States
West Coast
Hawaii
East Coast

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Make a donation

Your donations make our work possible. Every contribution goes directly toward veterinary care, food, transportation, and foster support.

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Our board of directors

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Close-up of a light-colored dog with a scruffy coat, dark eyes, and an open mouth, indoors with blurred furniture in the background.

Melissa Spielman

Jill Kellbach

MD, DE

VA, DC, MD and
surrounding states

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Deborah Lubin York

GA and
surrounding states