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 Border Collie Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue

80 Family Friendly Border Collie Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue in the UK

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Marley
- 7 Months Old
Marley's ideal home Meet the adorable Marley! This gorgeous boy is only 5 months old and is still learning about the big world around him. He has come into our care through no fault of his own and is looking for a furever family who can work on his confidence and training. Marley favourite toys are balls - whether that be a tennis ball or football he wont say no! He loves to

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Rescue Centre / Charity in West Calder, West Lothian
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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
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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
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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
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Sausage
- 1 Year Old
Sausage's ideal home Meet Sausage, our beautiful 10-month old Crossbreed looking for her forever home. Sausage is able to live with a resident dog in the home, pending a successful meet at the centre . Any children in the home would need need to be sensible and 8yrs+. Sausage is an incredibly sweet girl, but she has missed out on a lot of guidance and training in her early

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan
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Lynn
- 5 Years Old
Lynn's ideal home Sweet and intelligent girl Lynn is a 5 year old Border Collie who loves going out and exploring the big, wide world. She is a busy girl and currently has little time for toys, she may chase a ball that is thrown for her, but then soon loses interest. She enjoys a little fuss and a cuddle in short bursts, she loves to stand with you and get her neck and ears

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Sam
- 10 Months Old
Sam'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 in Leeds, Yorkshire
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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
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Blue
- 8 Months Old
Blue'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 in Leeds, Yorkshire
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Kitty
- 5 Years Old
Kitty's ideal home Kitty will need a home where she can be the only dog whilst she gains confidence, but can have walking friends. She is very nervous so a quiet household where any children are over 16 will be required, and with a secure garden. We have no history for Kitty so cannot guarantee that she is house trained or used to spending time alone. Could you be Kitty's

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside
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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
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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
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Maloney
- 6 Years Old
Maloney's ideal home Gentle chap Maloney is a 6 year old Border Collie who needs someone to show him the world isn’t too scary. If you are patient with him, and allow a bond to be built up, he will reward you with kisses and the snuggliest of cuddles. He loves to chase after his toys, but doesn’t know what to do with them once they stop moving! Could you give Maloney the

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Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent
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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
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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

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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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