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.

Male (Dog) Border Collie Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Higher Dunstone, Devon

16 male Border Collie dogs for adoption near Higher Dunstone, 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 Higher Dunstone, 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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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 (131mi)
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Roman
2 weeks ago
- 9 Months Old
Roman's ideal home Meet Roman, our gorgeous 8-month old Collie x Shepherd who is looking for his forever home! Roman is looking for a home with another dog, who is able to tolerate his boisterous playstyle and show him the way of the world. Any children in the home would need to be 11yrs+ due to his excitable, bouncy nature and his typical puppy mouthing. Roman is a lovely,

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (68mi)
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Spot
- 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 (131mi)
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Jip
- 5 Years Old
Jip's ideal home Meet handsome lad, Jip! Jip is a 5.5-year old Collie X looking for his forever home! Jip is able to live with another dog as he loves to play, but also enjoys his time apart. He's a good communicator, and would like to have friends in the home! Any children would ideally be 14yrs+ as he can be worried initially, and does need some confidence building. Jip is a

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (68mi)
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Elmo
- 1 Year Old
Elmo's ideal home Elmo is a sensitive but sweet boy who can live with sensible secondary school aged children. He could also live with another playful dog, pending a successful mix in centre prior to adoption. Elmo is best suited to a low traffic area due to showing potential chase behaviours and for this reason isn't suitable to live with cats. Could you be Elmo's perfect

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (131mi)
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Idris
- 12 Months Old
Idris's ideal home Idris is a handsome Hound who is very friendly and bouncy! His youthful exuberance shines through and he’s not yet learned to keep all four paws on the floor. He can live with children of secondary school age as long as they are happy with the spring in his step! Idris doesn’t seem to have had much experience of other Dogs and isn’t sure what he thinks

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (131mi)
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Tipsy
- 2 Years Old
Tipsy's ideal home Here is our handsome man Tipsy, a nervous boy looking to build his world up slowly. Tipsy came from a multiple dog household, no fault of his own and is gaining more confidence at the centre but is the more nervous one from the bunch so will need more patience to help him gain the confidence he needs. Due to his nervous nature, he can not currently live with

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (68mi)
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Otto
- 4 Years Old
Otto's ideal home Otto is a 3 1/2 year old Collie. He is now ready to start looking for his new home. He is looking for a family that enjoys going for walks and someone looking for a buddy to go on adventures with. Otto can live with children aged 11 and above that are used to bouncy Dogs, he would however currently need to be the only pet in the home, but can have dog friends

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Newton Tony, Wiltshire (99mi)
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Jackson
- 8 Years Old
Jackson's ideal home Meet gorgeous lad, Jackson! Jackson is an 8-year old Collie x Beagle looking for his forever home. Jackson is a gorgeous, chunky boy who is looking for a home where he can partake in his favourite activity which is running around on the beach! He is able to go home with another dog, cat or children of any age as he is a big baby angel. Jackson loves a long

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (68mi)
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Hugo
- 1 Year Old
Hugo's ideal home Hugo will truly shine in a calm to moderately active home where he can enjoy consistent routines and a peaceful environment. He could live in a household with older teenagers (16+) or adults. Hugo currently lives with older children and interacts with them respectfully. Because he’s a lively, enthusiastic youngster who expresses his excitement through

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Newbury, Berks (120mi)
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Oscar
- 12 Years Old
Oscar's ideal home Oscar is a very handsome Border Collie cross, who absolutely loves to explore new places! He is a very lovable boy who gives you the best hugs! Oscar is a very excitable boy who is could live with children 14 yrs or older who are comfortable around larger Dogs. This sweet boy is looking for a home with a secure garden with fencing at least 6ft high. He would

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Newton Tony, Wiltshire (99mi)
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Sneaker
- 5 Years Old
Sneaker's ideal home Sneaker is a cheerful boy who is on the search for his new family. He has a good history around children and can live with those of primary school age. Sneaker needs to be the only pet in the home. He can get a bit vocal if he sees unfamiliar Dogs out and about so a family happy to work with him on this would be just what he's looking for. Sneaker is

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (131mi)
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Ned
- 3 Years Old
Ned's ideal home Meet wonderful Ned, a gorgeous 3-year old Collie looking for his forever home! Ned is able to live with another dog in the home, pending a successful meet in the centre. Ned could live with children 14yrs+ that are able to give him his time out when he needs it. Ned is an incredibly affectionate boy once you have built a bond with him, and he will jump on your

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (68mi)
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Yogi Bear
- 11 Years Old
Yogi Bear's ideal home Yogi Bear is an older boy ready to settle into his retirement home. He is best suited to an adult only home and is looking to be the only dog. He will benefit from continued socialisation and prefer his walks to be in low dog populated areas. Yogi Bear has a good history of living with cats and could do so again, following successful scent swaps and

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (131mi)
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Lenny
- 9 Years Old
Lenny's ideal home Lenny is a 10-year-old Collie looking for an adult-only home where he can enjoy an active, enriching life with people who understand him. As Lenny was born deaf, his new home will need to be comfortable continuing using hand signals and visual cues. He would like to be the only dog in the home, but he’s perfectly happy to have doggy friends when out and

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Newton Tony, Wiltshire (99mi)
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Ollie
- 9 Years Old
Ollie's ideal home Ollie is a handsome eight-year-old Husky cross looking for a loving, fun home with adults and teenagers. He would like to be the only dog in the home and have canine walking buddies out and about. Ollie has no history with cats, small furries, or livestock. Ollie is looking for a home where he can have fun and receive lots of exercise. Ollie arrived in our

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Ilfracombe, North Devon (46mi)

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Ozzy
1 day ago
- 3 Years Old
Ozzy's ideal home Meet 3-year-old, charming Ozzy, who is looking for a forever home with adopters who live an active lifestyle. He would love adopters who can continue with his training and take him on fun adventures, allowing him to explore the world! Ozzy can be strong on-lead and would like adopters who are happy to help him work on walking nicely on-lead. He could live

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (157mi)
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Bruno
1 day ago
- 3 Years Old
Bruno's ideal home Bruno is a wonderfully friendly, affectionate lad who loves being part of everyday life. He needs adopters who are confident handling a strong dog who pulls on lead, especially at the start of walks. New environments can initially overwhelm him so a calm, low-pressure home will help him settle. Once settled, his fun, loving personality absolutely shines! He

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire (192mi)
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Bodhi
3 days ago
- 6 Months Old
Bodhi's ideal home Calling all Collie people. meet Bodhi, a 6 month old typical collie. He is so full of energy that needs to be channelled in the right way, give him a job to do and he will be extremely happy. Bodhi really lacks in confidence in new situations, around new people and around Dogs too so will need to be the only pet in an adult only home. He will need a large

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire (193mi)
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Tegwyn
4 days 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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Border Collie Dogs for Adoption Near Higher Dunstone, Devon

Higher Dunstone, Devon

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.