5Jack's ideal home Jack is a lovely boy looking for a calm, adult-only home (behaviour experience preferred) where he can truly relax and show off his goofy character! He needs owners who will respect his boundaries and give him space when he needs it. Jack isn’t the most confident with handling, but with respectful boundaries and patience, he blossoms — and you won’t be
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire (19mi)
4Troy's ideal home 3 year old Troy will need an adult only home in a quieter location away from hussle and bussle. He does need to be the only pet in the home but has the potential to have select canine walking friends. Could you be Troy's perfect match? Troy is a handsome, energetic and clever boy who loves nothing more than his favourite tennis ball and using his collie
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wymeswold, Leicestershire (69mi)
6Swift'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 • Kenilworth, Warks (62mi)
2Bunsen's ideal home Meet Bunsen! This lively six-month-old Smooth Collie is full of potential and love. Bunsen can be stressed in new settings, so he’d thrive in a calm, rural home—ideally a farm or rural area and people experienced with the Working Collie breed. Originally a stray, we don’t have any history of what he’ll be like in a home and has shown very strong
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire (18mi)
8Cluedo's ideal home Cluedo is a sweet, still puppy-like boy (even though he’s 2!) who has had an unsettled start to life. He has some worries and requires an adult-only home as the only pet. He’s sociable with other Dogs though, and happy to have walking or play buddies when out and about. Once Cluedo knows you he is happy with handling and fuss, but he does need a little
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (64mi)
3Toby's ideal home Toby can live with children over 16 and will need to be the only dog. He can be left by himself for two or three hours once settled and is house trained. Could you be Toby's perfect match? Toby is a sweet boy who had a rocky start to life after being illegal smuggled in to the UK from Eastern Europe. He made his way to us after a quarantine period and was
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside (37mi)
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5Shandy'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 • Cardiff, Glamorgan (99mi)
3Burdock'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 • Cardiff, Glamorgan (99mi)
2Sam's ideal home If you love Collies then Sam will be a perfect fit for you. He's classic Collie through and through. He's friendly with everyone and loves to play with toys. He will literally play all day! He will definitely need his adopters to be passionate about his need to keep busy! His home will need to be in a peaceful location well away from traffic noise as he is
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Leeds, Yorkshire (80mi)
2Blue's ideal home Blue is a bubbly and super smart 5-month-old Border Collie pup who is looking a new family who are true Collie lovers! He is absolutely typical of his breed so will need to live an active life with plenty of outdoors activity and training. He is really friendly and enjoys plenty of fuss from his friends and he is also super playful, especially with toys. He
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Leeds, Yorkshire (80mi)
3Bob'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 • Uxbridge, London (133mi)
5Chip'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 • Telford, Shropshire (19mi)
6Captain's ideal home Meet Captain – your loyal, easygoing companion! Captain is looking for a moderate to active household where he can enjoy regular walks and plenty of interaction. He’s a confident boy who copes brilliantly in busy environments, stays calm around traffic, and settles beautifully indoors. Captain has shown wonderful manners with children of all
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Newbury, Berks (119mi)
2Max's ideal home Max is a super 4 year old Border Collie with a love of learning new things! He's on the search for a patient and peaceful forever home that can give him the time to settle and find his paws. Experience or research into the breed would be really beneficial for anyone looking to take Max on. Max has spent a short time in a home where he has been housetrained. He
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (62mi)
5Stewie's ideal home Stewie is a sweet, chilled older gent who just wants a quiet retirement home. He can live with children of around secondary school age just as long as they won’t be too full-on. Stewie has lived with other Dogs before and can do so again. He’d suit an older, quieter dog like himself. As you’d expect with his age he does have some stiffness in his
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (64mi)
4Ted's ideal home Ted is a sensitive and shy boy who is looking for a new home. He does have his worries around both people and Dogs so is looking for a quiet, adult-only home with no visiting children and will also need to be the only pet in the home currently. Ted will benefit from a secure garden and will need a safe space within the home that he can retreat to if he needs
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (64mi)
3Flounder's ideal home Flounder can live with other pets and children over the age of eight. He will need all of his basic training and someone home with him most of the day. Could you be Flounder's perfect match? Flounder is the last of his litter to find his forever home and that's probably because he enjoys putting our hands in his mouth so much! He's a happy little chap who
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside (37mi)
5Joe's ideal home Joe is a happy boy who is on the search for his new family. While we don't know if Joe has ever been around children before he'll be fine to live with children of around secondary school age. He would like to be the only dog in the home for now but he does enjoy meeting Dogs and so this could change once we've done further assessments. Unfortunately Joe isn't
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (64mi)
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.
Border Collies are fantastic dogs and are one of the most popular dog breeds in the UK.
If you are looking to buy a Border Collie, you can find the best classified ads right here. New to owning a Border Collie? Be sure to check out our Border Collie Buyers Guide plus more information on What should be in a Border Collie puppy starter pack. You can also learn more about the breed in our Border Collie Breed Guide.