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.

Working Border Collie Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Minster, Kent

66 Working Border Collie Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Minster, Kent

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Fly
- 2 Years Old
Fly's ideal home Super sweet and dinky girl Fly is a 2 year old Collie with a gentle nature. She needs someone to show her the world isn’t such a scary place and will help bring her out of her shell to become the awesome and wonderful girl we know she is. She hasn’t shown much interest in toys so far, she will follow a tennis ball if thrown for her, but quickly loses

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent (11mi)
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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 (107mi)
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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 (107mi)
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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 (119mi)
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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 (119mi)
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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 (107mi)
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Wilf
- 9 Years Old
Wilf's ideal home Father and son Ned and Wilf are fantastic boys that are a bundle of fun and love being around people. Both boys enjoy the company of each other but would be able to live with another well matched dog. In typical collie fashion Wilf loves a tennis ball and would spend all day playing if given the chance! Could you be Wilf's perfect match? They must find a home

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire (125mi)
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Ned
- 4 Years Old
Ned's ideal home Father and son Ned and Wilf are fantastic boys that are a bundle of fun and love being around people. Both boys enjoy the company of each other but would be able to live with another well matched dog. In typical collie fashion Wilf loves a tennis ball and would spend all day playing if given the chance! Could you be Ned's perfect match? They must find a home

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire (125mi)
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Cider
- 11 Months Old
Cider's ideal home Cider is a stunning 8-month-old Border Collie Crossbreed who's looking for a forever home with people who understand the Collie breed. He's full of training potential and will really suit a more rural home where his breed needs will be met. He'll be fine with older kids who understand that he likes to have his own space. He's learning how to be social with

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire (14mi)
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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 (126mi)
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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 (126mi)
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Murphy
- 8 Years Old
Murphy's ideal home Murphy is looking for a calm and predictable home where he can enjoy a relaxed life with nice walks, cosy snoozes and a game of fetch now and then. He would be able to live with Sixth Form/College aged children who are calm and sensible and will give him space to rest when needed. Murphy could live with another dog of similar age who will happily co exist,

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent (11mi)
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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 (119mi)
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Shelly
- 6 Years Old
Shelly's ideal home Shelly is a sweet, 6 year old Collie. She is a nervous soul who is looking for a patient and understanding adult only home to help her settle into her new home and build confidence with the world. She will need a decent size, secure garden so she has a safe space to explore, toilet and play as she will need to settle into her home environment before

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Snetterton, Norfolk (73mi)
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Starlight
- 6 Years Old
Starlight's ideal home Starlight is a beautiful 6-year-old Collie with bags of energy and classic collie enthusiasm. She is confident when meeting new people and is friendly with everyone she meets, but she can be conflicted around other Dogs due to being under-socialised, so she will need an experienced home committed to ongoing training and careful socialisation. Starlight

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (18mi)
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Ollie
- 15 Years Old
Ollie's ideal home Ollie is a handsome 14-year-old Border Collie who has returned to our care through no fault of his own. He’s currently enjoying the comforts of a foster home, where he’s settling nicely into a cosy routine. As an older gentleman, Ollie is now looking for a peaceful retirement home where he can spend his days playing with his toys in the garden and

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (119mi)
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Jim
- 1 Year Old
Jim's ideal home Jim is a sweet-natured 1½-year-old boy who can be shy when meeting new people, but with a little patience he warms up quickly. He’s excitable around other Dogs and can come across a bit rude, so he’ll need ongoing socialisation to help him learn appropriate manners. Jim can live with children aged 14+ but needs to be the only pet in the home. With his

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (18mi)
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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 (147mi)
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Jet
- 2 Years Old
Jet's ideal home Jet is looking for a home with active adopters who can take him on sniffy adventures and provide him with fun and mentally stimulating enrichment to keep his brain busy. He would like a home with quiet neighbouring gardens, as he can get distracted by outside noises. He can live with Secondary school aged children who understand that he can be an independent

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent (11mi)
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Poppy Collie
- 3 Years Old
Poppy Collie's ideal home Poppy is a 2 year 3-month-old Collie x, she is looking for a home with no other pets and adults only. She is a high energy girl who will need lots of exercise and a private secure garden where she can potter around. Time alone will need to be built slowly and her new owners must be willing to work closely with our behaviour team. Poppy takes time to

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (18mi)

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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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