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.

Border Collie Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Northay, Devon

63 Border Collie Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Northay, Devon

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Shane
- 8 Years Old
Shane's ideal home Shane is a sweet 8-year-old Collie who is obsessed with sausages. In fact, if there were an Olympic sport for spotting sausages from across the room, Shane would already have the gold medal. This handsome gentleman also loves his tennis balls, proudly carrying them as if they were royalty. Shane is happiest as the only pet in an adult-only home, although he

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Telford, Shropshire (130mi)
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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 (48mi)
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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 (48mi)
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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 (48mi)
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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 (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 (97mi)
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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 (97mi)
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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 (120mi)
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Patricia
- 1 Year Old
Patricia's ideal home Meet the full of life Patricia! This sweet girl is only 10 months old looking for a fun filled home to keep her mind busy and Guide her through adolescence. She is a clever girl willing to learn new tricks and engage with training! She will need patient owners willing to work with her to ensure she can be the best she can be and set her up for success!

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (48mi)
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Bob
- 3 Years Old
Bob's ideal home Bob is on a search for his forever home with adopters who will give this precious boy the home life he deserves. He would like to live in a calm, patient, and loving home that is in a quieter location away from main roads. Bob can be worried by new situations and will need adopters who are willing to take time to build up his confidence. He will need to be in

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (115mi)
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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 (130mi)
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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 (120mi)
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Sonny
- 9 Years Old
Sonny's ideal home Sonny is a gorgeous Collie X Lab with the most beautiful face you've ever seen. He's a happy-go-lucky boy, but he can get a little bit worried in new situations so may need a bit of help building his confidence. He loves his dog friends so may be able to live with another good-natured dog in the home, pending a successful meet here at the center. Sonny will

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (48mi)
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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 (48mi)
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Frederick
- 8 Years Old
Frederick's ideal home Meet Fredrick – a charming 7-year-old crossbreed on the lookout for his forever home! Fredrick is seeking a calm, loving environment where he can be the only pet and truly shine as the star of the show. He can happily live with secondary school-aged children and is comfortable being left for short periods. Due to his strong prey drive and love for

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Telford, Shropshire (130mi)
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Luna
- 7 Years Old
Luna's ideal home Luna is a lovely 7 year old x breed looking for an active home. She is a really good companion but despite her age has lots of energy and loves to be out and about. She can live with older children 12 upwards that will give her her space. She can walk out and about with other Dogs but prefers to not share her home with one or cats. Luna is housetrained and

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (120mi)
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Trilby
- 4 Years Old
Trilby's ideal home Trilby is a beautiful boy, aged approximately three-years-old. Originally found as a stray, we haven’t got any information on his background before his arrival in our care. However, we have been working closely with him to determine what we feel would make for his ideal home! As a boy with lots of energy, yet lacking in general confidence, we think Trilby

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (111mi)
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Swift
- 15 Years Old
Swift's ideal home Golden oldie Swift has found himself back in our care for no fault of his own. He's found coming into the centre a little bit scary and overwhelming but is slowly learning to make some new friends. He's on the search for a quiet and peaceful retirement home where he can enjoy gentle walks and snoozes in a lovely comfy bed. Swift can live with adults only and

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (120mi)
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DEXTER
- 3 Years Old
DEXTER's ideal home Dexter is a two-year-old Kelpie cross Collie seeking out adult adopts to share action and adventure with. Dexter would love a home with adopters who are keen to do dog sports such as Cani cross, scent work and positive reward training. He is looking to be the only dog in the home, a home without cats or small furries, and care may be needed around

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Ilfracombe, North Devon (59mi)
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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 (59mi)

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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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