How does adopting a Border Collie work?

Adopting a Border Collie usually involves completing an application form, meeting the dog in person, and agreeing to any checks or requirements set by the current owner or rescue organisation. This helps ensure the Border Collie is matched with the right home.

What should I know before adopting a Border Collie?

Before adopting a Border Collie, consider the breed's exercise needs, grooming requirements, and temperament. Understanding the typical traits of a Border Collie can help you decide if it's the right fit for your lifestyle.

How can I find Border Collie dogs available for adoption near me?

Browse the listings on this page to see Border Collie dogs currently available for adoption. You can filter by location to find Border Collies closer to you, making it easier to arrange a visit and meet the dog in person.

Is there a fee to adopt a Border Collie?

Many rescues and private owners charge an adoption fee. This fee often covers vaccinations, microchipping, and sometimes neutering, helping to ensure the dog is healthy and ready for a new home.

Trained Border Collie Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Greensted, Essex

1 Border Collie dog for adoption near Greensted, including rescue and rehoming listings from shelters, breeders and private owners.

This page helps you compare Border Collie dogs available for adoption in and around Greensted, whether you are looking for a puppy, an adult dog, or a Border Collie ready for a new home.

Before enquiring, check each dog's age, temperament, background and rehoming requirements so you can choose a Border Collie that suits your home, lifestyle and experience.

New to adoption? Read our buying checklist and Border Collie breed information to help you prepare before contacting a seller or rescue.

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Melon
6 days ago
- 11 Years Old
Melon's ideal home Melon is looking for her forever retirement home! She is a gorgeous 11-year-old Border Collie who, despite her age, still love to go out & explore! Melon is an easy-going, young-at-heart lady who enjoys sniffy adventures and snoozes on the sofa in equal measure. She can live with secondary school aged children who understand she is an older girl and will

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent (43mi)

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Spot
3 weeks ago
- 4 Years Old
Spot's ideal home Spot is a playful lad looking for a new home. He can live with primary aged children who are happy with his bounce. He has potential to share his home with another dog, however he does take time to build relationships with other pooches so will require multiple mixes in centre prior to adoption. Could you be Spot's perfect match? Spot is a 4 year old Collie.

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (96mi)
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Luna
- 4 Years Old
Luna's ideal home Luna will thrive in a moderate to active home with a calm, predictable routine. She really flourishes in environments where she can feel secure, and a quieter household will give her the opportunity to build confidence at her own pace. Once she has settled in, she will be able to enjoy regular visits from familiar friends and family. She would do best in an

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Newbury, Berks (69mi)
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Eifer
- 4 Years Old
Eifer's ideal home Eifer is a gentle, sensitive girl who will truly thrive in an active but peaceful home with a calm, reassuring atmosphere. She prefers quieter environments and takes her time to understand new sounds or movements — especially things like loud noises or activity on stairs. With patience and kindness, she shows lovely, thoughtful behaviours as she works

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Newbury, Berks (69mi)
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Scamp
- 12 Years Old
Scamp's ideal home Scamp is a 12-year-old crossbreed who is looking for a loving home alongside her best friend, Chelsea. These two love to snuggle and must be rehomed together. Scamp would suit a home with children aged 8years + who can be calm and kind around an older dog. She would like to be the only pet in the home apart from Chelsea, though she is happy to enjoy gentle

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Newton Tony, Wiltshire (89mi)
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Chelsea
- 6 Years Old
Chelsea's ideal home Chelsea is a 6-year-old crossbreed who is looking for a home alongside her best friend, Scamp. These two are a bonded pair and must be rehomed together. Chelsea would suit a home with children aged 8 years+ who are comfortable with an excitable, affectionate dog. She would like to be the only pet in the home alongside Scamp, though she’s more than happy

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Newton Tony, Wiltshire (89mi)
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Crumble
- 11 Years Old
Crumble's ideal home Crumble is an 11-year-old Collie with the softest heart and the gentlest soul. He’s a sweet but sensitive boy who can find meeting new people a little worrying at first, but once he realizes you’re a friend, he will happily show you just how affectionate and loving he truly is. He has come into our care through no fault of his own and is now looking

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (88mi)
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Tegwyn
1 day ago
- 6 Years Old
Tegwyn's ideal home Sweet and sensitive boy Tegwyn is a 6 and a half year old Border Collie who is learning about the world one step at a time. He can be a little hesitant at first, but once he has built a bond with you he will approach for short, gentle fuss. This handsome boy is settling wonderfully in foster care and learning what toys are, we hope he will be playing with

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent (43mi)
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Jake
1 day ago
- 1 Year Old
Jake's ideal home Jake is a one-year-old Collie cross with a big heart! This bright, bouncy boy is looking for a semi-rural home in a quieter residential or small town setting, ideally with a secure garden where he can play, build confidence and continue his house training. He can find busy roads and passing cars overwhelming, so he would thrive somewhere with peaceful walking

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (63mi)
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Meg
1 day ago
- 8 Years Old
Meg's ideal home Meet Meg, a gentle eight-year-old Border Collie with a heart full of love. She’s looking for a peaceful home where life moves at a steady pace. Best suited to a rural setting or a small residential area with low traffic, Meg would love a home with a secure garden where she can spend long, lazy afternoons sunbathing in the grass. An adult-only home with

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (63mi)
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Keeper
1 day ago
- 8 Years Old
Keeper's ideal home Keeper is an 8-year-old Collie cross looking for gentle and patient owners who can meet him where he’s at. He will need to live in a quieter, low-traffic environment such as a rural or small residential area, with access to peaceful, sniffy walking routes where he can relax without the worry of passing cars. A secure garden is essential so he can enjoy

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (63mi)
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Ella
1 day ago
- 1 Year Old
Ella's ideal home Ella is a sensitive and gentle young Border Collie who is still learning to feel safe in the world around her. At just 1 year and 2 months old, she can be shy and timid, especially with new people, and will need a patient and understanding home that allows her to build trust at her own pace. Once she feels secure, Ella enjoys affection and will happily accept

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (13mi)
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Cordelia
2 days ago
- 1 Year Old
Cordelia's ideal home Cordelia is a bright, bouncy 1 year and 6 month old Border Collie cross looking for a home that can match her energy and nurture her growing confidence. She loves long walks and exploring, but tends to stay close by, often checking back in for reassurance. While she is very affectionate and enjoys a fuss, she prefers to approach on her own terms once she

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (13mi)
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Bennet
3 days ago
- 4 Years Old
Bennet's ideal home Bennet is a 4yr old Collie, he is a sweet timid boy looking for a patient and understanding family that can help him settle into his new home and build confidence. He is underconfident around other dogs and has a strong herding instict towards other animals so would be best suited as the only pet in his new home and would benefit from further socialisation

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Snetterton, Norfolk (61mi)
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Violet
4 days ago
- 3 Years Old
Violet's ideal home Violet is a shy and gentle Collie cross who is ready to start her search for a new home. Violet is a nervous girl and has been working hard with her main carer and our training team to build confidence and learn normal doggy behaviours. Violet is just learning how to walk on her lead so will need calm and patient new owners who can continue to work on this

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (96mi)
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Opie
1 week ago
- 8 Years Old
Opie's ideal home Opie is looking for a home with patient adopters who are happy to carry on with his training and confidence-building. He would like his adopters to be around for most of the time to help him settle into his new home. Opie would like his leave hours to be minimal at the start and have them built up slowly. He could live with children aged 12+. He could

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (31mi)
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Mojo
1 week ago
- 1 Year Old
Mojo's ideal home Mojo is a sweet but sensitive lad ready to settle into his forever home. He can initially be nervous with meeting new people and being touched so is best suited to live with children of secondary school age. Mojo is looking to be the only dog in his new home but will benefit from doggy walking friends to keep up his social skills. Although we have no history

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (96mi)
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Maddie
1 week ago
- 1 Year Old
Maddie's ideal home Gorgeous Maddie is looking for a home where she’ll be the only pet and everyone is 15+. She needs a home in a quiet area so she doesn’t bump into too many dogs out and about, and will need a garden for off lead time. She needs her family to be around most of the time while she settles in but could build up time alone. Could you be Maddie's perfect

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire (94mi)
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Maureen
1 week ago
- 8 Years Old
Maureen's ideal home Meet Maureen! She is looking for a home with her best friend Nancy, as they adore each other. Maureen is a lovely girl with a big personality, despite her age she's still has plenty of zest for life! Whether its enjoying playing with her favourite toys, heading out on adventures, or having cuddles with her favourite humans. She would ideally like to be the

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (88mi)
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Nancy
1 week ago
- 3 Years Old
Nancy's ideal home Meet Nancy! She is looking for a home with her best friend Maureen as they adore each other. Nancy has such a big heart and has bundles of energy, she loves playing with Maureen and zooming around the run with her favourite toys. She would ideally like to be the only dog in the home (aside from Maureen for now), but would benefit from socialising with dogs

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (88mi)

Border Collie Dogs for Adoption Near Greensted, Essex

Greensted, Essex

Frequently Asked Questions

Adopting a Border Collie usually involves completing an application form, meeting the dog in person, and agreeing to any checks or requirements set by the current owner or rescue organisation. This helps ensure the Border Collie is matched with the right home.
Before adopting a Border Collie, consider the breed's exercise needs, grooming requirements, and temperament. Understanding the typical traits of a Border Collie can help you decide if it's the right fit for your lifestyle.
Browse the listings on this page to see Border Collie dogs currently available for adoption. You can filter by location to find Border Collies closer to you, making it easier to arrange a visit and meet the dog in person.
Many rescues and private owners charge an adoption fee. This fee often covers vaccinations, microchipping, and sometimes neutering, helping to ensure the dog is healthy and ready for a new home.