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.

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

9 Border Collie dogs for adoption near Sidmouth, 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 Sidmouth, 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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Spot
3 weeks ago
- 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 (111mi)
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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 (95mi)
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Eifer
- 4 Years Old
Eifer's ideal home Eifer is a gentle, sensitive girl who will truly thrive in an active but peaceful home with a calm, reassuring atmosphere. She prefers quieter environments and takes her time to understand new sounds or movements — especially things like loud noises or activity on stairs. With patience and kindness, she shows lovely, thoughtful behaviours as she works

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Newbury, Berks (95mi)
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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 (134mi)
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Hugo
- 1 Year Old
Hugo's ideal home Hugo will truly shine in a calm to moderately active home where he can enjoy consistent routines and a peaceful environment. He could live in a household with older teenagers (16+) or adults. Hugo currently lives with older children and interacts with them respectfully. Because he’s a lively, enthusiastic youngster who expresses his excitement through

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Newbury, Berks (95mi)
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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 (73mi)
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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 (134mi)
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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 (55mi)
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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 (111mi)

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Tegwyn
1 day ago
- 6 Years Old
Tegwyn's ideal home Sweet and sensitive boy Tegwyn is a 6 and a half year old Border Collie who is learning about the world one step at a time. He can be a little hesitant at first, but once he has built a bond with you he will approach for short, gentle fuss. This handsome boy is settling wonderfully in foster care and learning what toys are, we hope he will be playing with

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent (188mi)
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Max
3 weeks ago
- 10 Years Old
Max's ideal home Max is a friendly older lad who can live with children around the age of 10. He could potentially share his home with a cat provided sensible introductions are made, as he has done so previously, however he will need to be the only dog in the home. He is fully house trained and will give you a staring at or a gentle nudge to let you know when he needs to go.

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside (188mi)
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Misty
3 weeks ago
- 8 Years Old
Misty's ideal home Misty and Sadie are a pair of sweethearts who can live with children of upper secondary school ages and above. They are a chill pair of pups who have the potential to live with a dog savvy cat. They would love to be the only Dogs in the home while they are working on their confidence and for this reason they would love a quiet home to settle into. Any

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (197mi)
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Penny
- 2 Years Old
Penny's ideal home Penny is a beautiful 2yr old Collie Retriever Crossbreed who has had a pretty rubbish start to life. She's a really fun and affectionate girl who likes to say hello to everyone she sees. She's full of life and energy, but also likes to chill out and snooze once she's had a blast. She's been with us for a while now while we've been checking some things out

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire (168mi)
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Sammy
- 3 Years Old
Sammy's ideal home Sammy’s looking for a family to go on fun adventures with - He loves going for his walks and is sociable with other Dogs. His favourite thing to do when he isn’t sleeping is to play with his toys, running around with them and throwing them in the air! He is often shy around new people and wouldn't want to live in a home with lots of different people

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire (172mi)
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Kira
- 4 Months Old
Kira's ideal home Kira is a 9 week old Staffy cross puppy who is already very large! She will need all her basic training and will need an enclosed garden for house training. Due her size and being mouthy, she will only be suitable for families with secondary school aged children who are used to very big bouncy Dogs. Could you be Kira's perfect match? With the correct

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire (168mi)
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Morgan
- 1 Year Old
Morgan's ideal home Morgan's perfect home will be in a semi rural or rural area, away from roads and with plenty of access to green space. Being a Collie, Morgan would love an active home with the ability to provide him with all the necessary physical and mental stimulation he needs, as well as a private, secure garden. Adopters with knowledge of his breed or at least a

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (197mi)
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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 (168mi)
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Cali the Collie
1 day ago
- 5 Years Old
Cali the Collie's ideal home Meet beautiful girl, Cali! Cali is a 5-year old Collie who's looking for her forever home! Cali is a sweet baby angel, who can be rehomed with children as young as 4yrs+ and a calm, well-mannered dog. Cali is a really sweet girl, who loves people and gets very excited to explore new places to get her sniffs in. Cali is very food motivated and is an

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (55mi)
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Jake
1 day ago
- 1 Year Old
Jake's ideal home Jake is a one-year-old Collie cross with a big heart! This bright, bouncy boy is looking for a semi-rural home in a quieter residential or small town setting, ideally with a secure garden where he can play, build confidence and continue his house training. He can find busy roads and passing cars overwhelming, so he would thrive somewhere with peaceful walking

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (126mi)
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Meg
1 day ago
- 8 Years Old
Meg's ideal home Meet Meg, a gentle eight-year-old Border Collie with a heart full of love. She’s looking for a peaceful home where life moves at a steady pace. Best suited to a rural setting or a small residential area with low traffic, Meg would love a home with a secure garden where she can spend long, lazy afternoons sunbathing in the grass. An adult-only home with

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (126mi)

Border Collie Dogs for Adoption Near Sidmouth, Devon

Sidmouth, Devon

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.