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.

Quality Border Collie Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue

56 Quality Border Collie Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue in the UK

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Jackson
- 8 Years Old
Jackson's ideal home Meet gorgeous lad, Jackson! Jackson is an 8-year old Collie x Beagle looking for his forever home. Jackson is a gorgeous, chunky boy who is looking for a home where he can partake in his favourite activity which is running around on the beach! He is able to go home with another dog, cat or children of any age as he is a big baby angel. Jackson loves a long

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan
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Nuala
- 2 Years Old
Nuala's ideal home Nuala is a stunning 2 year old Collie who is brilliant and brainy! This clever cookie is looking for an adult only home where she can feel safe and secure as she can be worried by strangers and fast-moving children. Nuala is looking to have direct access into her own private and secure garden where she can play ball and lounge around happily. Could you be

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Glasgow, Scotland
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Moi
- 6 Years Old
Moi's ideal home Moi can live with children over the age of 10 but he can be quite picky with Dogs so best as the only dog in the home. He is house trained and used to being left for a couple of hours without worry. Could you be Moi's perfect match? He's not a fancy French boy, it's pronounced "moy"! Moi is a very good boy indeed, but he's a little too strong for his owner so

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside
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Oscar
- 12 Years Old
Oscar's ideal home Oscar is a very handsome Border Collie cross, who absolutely loves to explore new places! He is a very lovable boy who gives you the best hugs! Oscar is a very excitable boy who is could live with children 14 yrs or older who are comfortable around larger Dogs. This sweet boy is looking for a home with a secure garden with fencing at least 6ft high. He would

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Newton Tony, Wiltshire
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Hollie
- 1 Year Old
Hollie's ideal home Meet Hollie the Collie! She is about 1 year old and cannot wait to find her new home! Hollie can live with a quietly confident dog who can show her the ropes, she can be a little worried of new Dogs initially but she does want to say hi, so her new best friend must be able to give her some space initially. Hollie can live with secondary school aged children

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan
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Brodie
- 4 Years Old
Brodie's ideal home Meet Brodie! This handsome boy is a lively 4 year old Collie X Spaniel Crossbreed. He arrived at Dogs Trust with his friend Harley, so he would love to find a home with him if possible! If a home isn't able to be found for them together, Harvey could potentially live with another dog after a successful meet here at the Centre. Brodie has spent time around

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Ballymena, Co Antrim
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Sasha
- 8 Years Old
Sasha's ideal home Sasha is an 8 year old Border Collie who is looking for her paw-fect forever home with her best friend Missie. The pair came to us for no fault of their own and are currently enjoying a life of comfort in a foster home. The girls are very friendly and sweet natured, having lived with young children before we feel that they happily could again, following a

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks
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Yogi Bear
- 11 Years Old
Yogi Bear's ideal home Yogi Bear is an older boy ready to settle into his retirement home. He is best suited to an adult only home and is looking to be the only dog. He will benefit from continued socialisation and prefer his walks to be in low dog populated areas. Yogi Bear has a good history of living with cats and could do so again, following successful scent swaps and

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire
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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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Newton Tony, Wiltshire
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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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Newton Tony, Wiltshire
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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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks
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Lenny
- 9 Years Old
Lenny's ideal home Lenny is a 10-year-old Collie looking for an adult-only home where he can enjoy an active, enriching life with people who understand him. As Lenny was born deaf, his new home will need to be comfortable continuing using hand signals and visual cues. He would like to be the only dog in the home, but he’s perfectly happy to have doggy friends when out and

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Newton Tony, Wiltshire
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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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan
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Stevie
- 5 Months Old
Stevie's ideal home Meet Avril, Stevie and Ozzy! The pups are 15 weeks old and ready to rock life with their new families! Stevie and her siblings are super sweet Puppies looking for homes who are happy to support and encourage them with all their basic puppy training, including housetraining and socialisation. A large, enclosed garden space will be a great help with this and

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Ballymena, Co Antrim
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Avril
- 5 Months Old
Avril's ideal home Meet Avril, Stevie and Ozzy! The pups are 15 weeks old and ready to rock life with their new families! Avril and her siblings are super sweet Puppies looking for homes who are happy to support and encourage them with all their basic puppy training, including housetraining and socialisation. A large, enclosed garden space will be a great help with this and

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Ballymena, Co Antrim
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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

DogsTrust

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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire
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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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks
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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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire
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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

DogsTrust

Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside

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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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