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.

Family Friendly Show Border Collie Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue

92 Border Collie dogs for adoption across the UK, including rescue and rehoming listings from shelters, breeders and private owners.

This page helps you compare Border Collie dogs available for adoption across the UK, 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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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
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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
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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
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Gina
- 4 Years Old
Gina's ideal home Gina is a 4-year-old, high-energy girl looking for a calm, committed home that understands her sensitive nature. She can be shy when meeting new people and prefers a gentle, low-pressure approach, choosing to interact on her own terms. Gina can feel worried around other Dogs and is reactive, but thanks to the hard work of the training team, she is now able to

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex
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Barbie
4 days ago
- 4 Years Old
Barbie's ideal home Miss Barbie a beautiful 4 year old collie, typically ball obsessed sweet heart! She is clever knowing a few tricks already and is a friendly character with people. Barbie is worried by other Dogs so would prefer to be the only dog in the home but can see other Dogs out and about. Miss Barbie is one for the collie lovers and would like a home that has breed

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan
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Cordelia
2 days ago
- 1 Year Old
Cordelia's ideal home Cordelia is a bright, bouncy 1 year and 6 month old Border Collie cross looking for a home that can match her energy and nurture her growing confidence. She loves long walks and exploring, but tends to stay close by, often checking back in for reassurance. While she is very affectionate and enjoys a fuss, she prefers to approach on her own terms once she

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex
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Bennet
4 days ago
- 4 Years Old
Bennet's ideal home Bennet is a 4yr old Collie, he is a sweet timid boy looking for a patient and understanding family that can help him settle into his new home and build confidence. He is underconfident around other Dogs and has a strong herding instict towards other animals so would be best suited as the only pet in his new home and would benefit from further socialisation

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Snetterton, Norfolk
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Beau
2 days ago
- 2 Years Old
Beau's ideal home Beau can live with children of high school age but will need to be the only dog at home as he can be reactive to others. He is house trained but not used to being left alone for long periods. He will need regular coat care and has been used to going to the groomers. Could you be Beau's perfect match? Beau is a very handsome Collie Husky cross with the

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside
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Bodhi
19 hours ago
- 6 Months Old
Bodhi's ideal home Calling all Collie people. meet Bodhi, a 6 month old typical collie. He is so full of energy that needs to be channelled in the right way, give him a job to do and he will be extremely happy. Bodhi really lacks in confidence in new situations, around new people and around Dogs too so will need to be the only pet in an adult only home. He will need a large

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire
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Taco
2 weeks ago
- 2 Years Old
Taco's ideal home Taco is looking for an adult only home that are experienced or knowledgeable with his breed as he does show strong Collie traits. He can be nervous of new people so is looking for a quiet environment that can separate him from any unknown visitors to the home. Taco would not be suitable to have any visiting children. He is a young, active boy that would

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester
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Ella
2 days ago
- 1 Year Old
Ella's ideal home Ella is a sensitive and gentle young Border Collie who is still learning to feel safe in the world around her. At just 1 year and 2 months old, she can be shy and timid, especially with new people, and will need a patient and understanding home that allows her to build trust at her own pace. Once she feels secure, Ella enjoys affection and will happily accept

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex
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Marvin
1 week ago
- 11 Months Old
Marvin's ideal home Marvin is a lovely 10 month old Collie cross who is friendly, affectionate and adores people! He is a bright and bouncy lad who is looking an active family with a secure garden who can meet his exercise needs and provide some fun enrichment games to keep his brain busy. Marvin will need to be the only dog in the home and be walked in quite areas as he finds

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Ballymena, Co Antrim
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Roman
1 week ago
- 9 Months Old
Roman's ideal home Meet Roman, our gorgeous 8-month old Collie x Shepherd who is looking for his forever home! Roman is looking for a home with another dog, who is able to tolerate his boisterous playstyle and show him the way of the world. Any children in the home would need to be 11yrs+ due to his excitable, bouncy nature and his typical puppy mouthing. Roman is a lovely,

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan
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Opie
1 week ago
- 8 Years Old
Opie's ideal home Opie is looking for a home with patient adopters who are happy to carry on with his training and confidence-building. He would like his adopters to be around for most of the time to help him settle into his new home. Opie would like his leave hours to be minimal at the start and have them built up slowly. He could live with children aged 12+. He could

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London
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Harry
2 weeks ago
- 8 Years Old
Harry's ideal home Harry is a warm, joyful 8 year old Collie cross, looking for patient adopters that can help show him the joys of home life. Having come into our care as a stray, Harry’s experience in the home is very limited so he will benefit from continued housetraining and lead training. He would be best suited to a home along the city outskirts or in a small town,

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex
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Pip
2 weeks ago
- 11 Years Old
Pip's ideal home Pip is an 11-year-old Collie with a friendly and happy nature when meeting new people, and he would suit a calmer household that can give him the time, patience, and TLC he deserves. He can live with secondary school–aged children pending, but he is not able to share his home with other Dogs, cats, or small furries due to his strong instincts and tendency to

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex
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Maddie
2 weeks ago
- 1 Year Old
Maddie's ideal home Gorgeous Maddie is looking for a home where she’ll be the only pet and everyone is 15+. She needs a home in a quiet area so she doesn’t bump into too many Dogs out and about, and will need a garden for off lead time. She needs her family to be around most of the time while she settles in but could build up time alone. Could you be Maddie's perfect

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire
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Finn
3 weeks ago
- 5 Years Old
Finn's ideal home Finn is a calm, confident and instantly friendly 5-year-old Border Collie who loves meeting new people and will happily approach for a gentle greeting. He thrives on affection and enjoys sitting beside you for a fuss, making him a lovely companion in the home. Finn is currently kenneled with his friend Rio, and the pair have formed a strong bond, so ideally

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex
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Maureen
2 weeks ago
- 8 Years Old
Maureen's ideal home Meet Maureen! She is looking for a home with her best friend Nancy, as they adore each other. Maureen is a lovely girl with a big personality, despite her age she's still has plenty of zest for life! Whether its enjoying playing with her favourite toys, heading out on adventures, or having cuddles with her favourite humans. She would ideally like to be the

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks
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Nancy
2 weeks ago
- 3 Years Old
Nancy's ideal home Meet Nancy! She is looking for a home with her best friend Maureen as they adore each other. Nancy has such a big heart and has bundles of energy, she loves playing with Maureen and zooming around the run with her favourite toys. She would ideally like to be the only dog in the home (aside from Maureen for now), but would benefit from socialising with Dogs

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks

Border Collie Dogs for Adoption Near You

United Kingdom

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.