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.

Show Working Border Collie Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Ludlow, Shropshire

25 Show Working Border Collie Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Ludlow, Shropshire

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Shaun
- 8 Years Old
Shaun's ideal home Shaun is a lively and affectionate 8-year-old Collie who is looking for a loving new home. He has previously lived in a home environment and is housetrained, happily settling when left alone for a couple of hours. Shaun is a friendly boy who loves meeting new people, though he can sometimes forget his manners and may jump up in his excitement. Because of his

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (48mi)
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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 (37mi)
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McGill
- 1 Year Old
McGill's ideal home McGill is a fun young lad, who fills us all with joy! He is a clever boy who loves exploring and would thrive in a home with people who love adventures as much as he does. McGill has come in to our care with limited information and may need training in all areas including housetraining, and time left alone may need to be built up gradually. He could live

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (48mi)
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Pippa
- 1 Year Old
Pippa's ideal home Pippa is a playful girl who is keen to get back into a home. She would love to find an adult only home that can take things slowly with her whilst she is building new relationships and settling in. Pippa is looking to be the only dog in the home and would like her walks to be in low dog populated areas whilst she works on her social skills. She is also

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (37mi)
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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 (37mi)
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Primrose
- 1 Year Old
Primrose's ideal home Primrose is a cheerful girl who is on the search for her new family. While we don't know if she has ever been around children before we believe that she would be ok sharing a home with those of primary school age. Primrose needs further socialisation with other Dogs so for now is looking to be housed as the only dog. Although we have no history of

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (37mi)
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Idris
- 11 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 (37mi)
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JJ
- 1 Year Old
JJ's ideal home JJ is a handsome 1 year old Collie who came into our care as a stray, so we don’t know much about his past. What we do know is that beneath his worries is a sweet boy who is slowly starting to come out of his shell. JJ can be a bit of a worry wart when faced with new people or situations, but with patience and kindness his confidence is beginning to grow. One

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (48mi)
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Imelda
- 6 Years Old
Imelda's ideal home Imelda is a lovely 6 year old Collie who has recently arrived from Ireland as stray and is looking for a patient, understanding home. She’s a clever girl who loves her toys and would enjoy having her own secure garden to play and relax in. Imelda has a sensitive side and can find loud noises or frustrating situations difficult, so she would be best suited

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (48mi)
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Moss
- 4 Years Old
Moss's ideal home Moss is a sensitive four year old Collie who can be a little shy at first, so he’s looking for a calm home with older teenagers (14+) who’ll give him the time and space he needs to settle. We don’t know much about his past, so he’ll need patient guidance with housetraining and gradually building up time left alone. He’s a clever Collie, so

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (48mi)
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Daisy
- 6 Years Old
Daisy's ideal home Daisy a sweet girl who has come into our care for no fault of her own. As she's always lived in a home, she's understandably found kennel life a little overwhelming but with support and encouragement she's truly blossomed. Daisy can be a worried soul so would love a quiet and peaceful home with children 16+ who can understand her worries. She can struggle

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (48mi)
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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 (37mi)
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Sasha
- 8 Years Old
Sasha's ideal home Sasha is an 8 year old Border Collie who is looking for her paw-fect forever home with her best friend Missie. The pair came to us for no fault of their own and are currently enjoying a life of comfort in a foster home. The girls are very friendly and sweet natured, having lived with young children before we feel that they happily could again, following a

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (48mi)
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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 (37mi)
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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 (48mi)
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Miko
- 7 Years Old
Miko's ideal home Miko is a 7 year old Collie who is on the search for his perfect, peaceful forever home. As a older gent, he prefers a slice of the quiet life and can find lots of hustle and bustle overwhelming. He'd love nothing more than a relaxed adult only home with minimal visitors. Miko isn't quite as confident as he might seem and much prefers a hands off approach.

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (48mi)
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Cleo
- 1 Year Old
Cleo's ideal home Cleo is a young girl ready to find her new home. She is a worried lady but can live with secondary school age children as long as they can give her space when needed. Cleo has mixed well with Dogs in centre and could live with another well-matched poochy pal. While we have no history of Cleo around cats, she does have the potential to live with them, pending

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (37mi)
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Crinkle
- 2 Years Old
Crinkle's ideal home Crinkle is a young girl who can’t wait to meet her new family. She is friendly with new people so could live with secondary school age children. Crinkle is looking to be the only dog in her home for now but with further socialisation may have potential to live with another dog in the future. While we have no history of Crinkle around cats, she does have

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (37mi)
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Bella
- 10 Years Old
Bella's ideal home Bella is a lovely 10 year old Collie cross who is looking for her forever retirement home with her best friend, Codie. They have lived together in a loving home for the past 7 years and share a very strong bond. They are seeking a new home through no fault of their own and would love to stay together! Bella is the more sensitive of the two and can be a

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (48mi)
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Chip
- 4 Years Old
Chip's ideal home Chip is a charming 4-year-old Collie with a heart as soft as his gorgeous good looks, and he’s ready to find a home where he can truly shine. This sweet boy would love a family who enjoy getting out and about, as Chip is always happiest when he’s exploring the world by your side, nose to the ground! Chip would prefer to be the only pet in the home so he

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Telford, Shropshire (24mi)

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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.

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