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.

Health Tested Working Family Friendly Border Collie Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Melksham, Wiltshire

27 Border Collie dogs for adoption near Melksham, 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 Melksham, 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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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 (23mi)
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Bacon
- 1 Year Old
Bacon's ideal home Bacon is an absolute sweetheart that is looking for her forever home. She told us that her ideal home would have lower leaving hours that can be built up slowly and she thinks he would be able to live with other Dogs. She is also happy to share hers home with children 14 + Could you be Bacon's perfect match? Bacon is looking for an active home that can give

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (44mi)
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Shandy
- 2 Years Old
Shandy's ideal home This handsome boy is Shandy! He is a 2.5 year old Border Collie cross Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Shandy is a very sweet but sensitive boy with so much love to give to his new family. He can live with another dog in the home who can show him the ropes of his new home and the outside world. Shandy is looking for a home with older secondary school aged

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (44mi)
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Burdock
- 2 Years Old
Burdock's ideal home Meet Burdock, our handsome 2yo Staffie x Collie! This sweet boy came into our care a little underconfident but with lots of love to give. Burdock would prefer to live in a quieter home where children are 14+ and are able to understand when he needs his alone time. Due to never being left in the house before, Burdock would need a patient family who are

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (44mi)
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Dandelion
- 2 Years Old
Dandelion's ideal home Meet our beautiful Dandelion! She is a 2.5 year old Border Collie cross Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Dandie is an absolute dream! She can live with another dog in the home, pending a successful meet at the centre. Dandie has also lived with cats, so could again in her new home, pending successful introductions. Dandie can live with secondary school aged

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (44mi)
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Mabel
- 2 Years Old
Mabel's ideal home Mabel is a beautiful, 1 year old Collie looking for an active, Collie savvy home where she can live her best life! Mabel's new home would ideally have a set up where she can firstly have time to adjust to a new home and then once settled, have great adventures, socialisation and maybe even a hobby such as agility! Mabel can be a little bit nervous initially

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Mid Glamorgan, Wales (31mi)
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Elsa
- 4 Years Old
Elsa's ideal home Gorgeous Elsa sadly hasn't had the best start in life, so she is looking for a home with all children 16+ and understanding, patient owners due to her worried nature. Elsa loves other Dogs and can live with a friendly dog pending a successful meet at the center. Elsa can get a bit overwhelmed at the vets and for this reason, is working on her muzzle training.

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (44mi)

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Cherry
- 2 Years Old
Cherry's ideal home Meet gorgeous girl Cherry, a 2.5-year old Collie x SBT looking for her forever home. Cherry is under-socialised and is a bit avoidant of other Dogs, but there is a potential for her to live with a calm, well-mannered dog. Any children in the home will need to be 16yrs+ as she is so worried of new people, but she is slowly coming out of her shell! She would

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (44mi)
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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 (44mi)
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Pippa
- 2 Years 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 (50mi)
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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 (34mi)
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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 (50mi)
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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 (50mi)
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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 (50mi)
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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 (44mi)
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Brandy
- 3 Years Old
Brandy's ideal home Meet beautiful girl, Brandy! Brandy is a 3-year old Collie who is in need of her forever home! Brandy is looking for a home where she will be the only dog, as she is quite avoidant of Dogs in the centre. She would be happy to go with children 11yrs+ as she is a fun girl, who is happy to explore new places and make new friends! She can sometimes show some

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (44mi)
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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 (23mi)
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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 (71mi)
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Starlight
- 4 Years Old
Starlight's ideal home Meet gorgeous girl Starlight. Starlight is a 4-year old Saluki X Collie looking for her forever home. She is a very worried girl, but incredibly sweet. She will need some time in her new home to build up her confidence, but she is getting braver and braver here each day! Starlight may be able to live with a calm, confident resident dog to show her the

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (44mi)
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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 (71mi)

Border Collie Dogs for Adoption Near Melksham, Wiltshire

Melksham, Wiltshire

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.