3Muffin's ideal home Muffin is a gorgeous Border Collie with a sweet and gentle, yet timid disposition. She has already been making some great progress since her arrival in our care so would now love to continue her confidence building journey with the support of a kind and patient family. Being a sensitive lady, Muffin would thrive best in a quieter home, situated in a rural
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Elsa's ideal home Gorgeous Elsa sadly hasn't had the best start in life, so she is looking for a home with all children 16+ and understanding, patient owners due to her worried nature. Elsa loves other Dogs and can live with a friendly dog pending a successful meet at the center. Elsa can get a bit overwhelmed at the vets and for this reason, is working on her muzzle training.
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
5Trixie's ideal home Trixie is a sweet girl still gaining confidence and would benefit from a quiet home as she can find loud noises scary. She'd like to be the only dog in the home but can make friends out and about. She could live with older teenagers. She would love a patient family happy to help her learn to walk on lead and that the world isn't too scary. Could you be
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
1Poppy's ideal home If you are looking for a loyal and playful companion who will happily join you on every adventure, meet Poppy! This beautiful 8-and-a-half-year-old Border Collie cross is hoping to find a peaceful home where she can enjoy life’s simple pleasures and be the centre of someone’s world. Poppy is looking for a home as the only dog, though she is happy to have
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
5Xena's ideal home Xena is a stunning 7-year-old Husky Cross searching for her forever home. Full of energy and fun, she thrives on being out and about, exploring the world, and is always ready for her next adventure. Having spent most of her life in a home, Xena is housetrained and currently lives happily with another dog. We believe she could settle well with a doggy
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
5Farl's ideal home Meet Farl. This beautiful lady is now looking for her forever family. Farl came into us pregnant and gave birth in our puppy suite to 9 beautiful babies, who have since all found their forever homes. Now its Farl's turn to find hers. This sweet girl is looking for a patient and understanding home where she can blossom. Farl can be worried by the world around
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Willow's ideal home Willow is looking for a home with her sister Hazel. Both are small Dogs who can live with children of high school age but will need to be the only Dogs in the home. They are house trained and can be left alone for an hour or two once settled. Could you be Willow's perfect match? Willow is a tiny Collie who just loves cuddles and will lean heavily against
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Oreo's ideal home Oreo is a stunning 2 year old Husky x Collie who is very friendly and full of beans! She'd love to find an active family who can take her for adventures. Oreo would love to have her own private garden. She'd be able to share her home with another dog, as well as children aged 16 and above. Could you be Oreo's perfect match? This energetic girl loves exploring
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Elle's ideal home Elle is 3 months old and a wonderful mixture of breeds- Spaniel, Collie, Beagle and maybe more! She was born in our care and has been an absolute delight, a typical puppy, full of mischief, fun and cuddles! Elle is looking for a home who have the time to commit to her puppy training, ensuring she continues to grow up to be a well-rounded, happy, healthy girl.
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Kiwi's ideal home Kiwi is sweet little girl has found kennel life a bit overwhelming. We don’t know much about her past, but it’s clear the big wide world can feel quite scary for her. What Kiwi needs most is a calm, patient forever home where she’ll be given the time and space to settle, relax, and truly find her paws. A secure, private garden will be essential for Kiwi
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Polly's ideal home Polly can live with children of high school age but no other pets as she is very worried by unknown animals. She isn't used to spending time alone so will need someone there with her most of the day, and she will need all her basic training. Could you be Polly's perfect match? Polly has had a rough start to life but she's generally quite a happy and calm
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Tipps's ideal home Tipps can live with children over 14 but no other pets as she is very worried by unknown animals. She isn't used to spending time alone so will need someone there with her most of the day, and she will need all her basic training. Could you be Tipps's perfect match? Little Tipps has come form a multi dog household where she wasn't being properly cared for
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Tilly's ideal home Tilly is a 3 month old Border Collie puppy! She loves nothing more than playing with her toys or with other Dogs! She is an active girl and is looking for a home where she can continue her training and explore on walks. Tilly will require her own garden to work on her toilet training. Tilly would be suitable to live with primary school aged children. AWE
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
6Myrtle's ideal home Myrtle is a 4 year old Border Collie. She is looking for a quiet and patient home where she can spend lots of time with her family. Myrtle would like her new family to be around for most of the day and build up how long she is left for. She loves to be near you and enjoys a fuss. Myrtle loves going on her walks but can become easily overwhelmed, and so
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Brenna's ideal home Brenna is on the search for her forever home with adopters who can take things at her own pace and help to build her confidence. She is an intelligent girl who needs to get stuck into positive rewards based training and be provided with lots of mental stimulation. Brenna can be noise sensitive and has shown to be worried by roads and cars- she would be best
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Plum's ideal home Plum is looking for a home with loving and active adopters who can take her on sniffy adventures, who will take the time to help her settle in and give her all the love and attention she deserves. She is a friendly bean who can live with children aged 10 years and over who can play nicely with her and will give her space to rest when needed. Plum could live
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Peach's ideal home Peach is a a gentle girl who would love to find a quiet home. While she isn't suitable to live with young children due to her worried nature, older teenagers would be ok as long as they are happy with her. She would like to be the only pet in the home for now as she needs further socialisation and confidence-building. As she is so worried at present a secure
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Ember's ideal home Ember is a sweet social lady with a lot to offer. We don’t have a lot of history for her having been picked up as a stray. We think she would be suitable to live with children 8+ and it would be beneficial if they were comfortable being around larger breeds. Ember is social with other Dogs and would benefit from finding some lead walking friends once
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
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Maggie's ideal home Maggie is an 11-year-old sweetheart with a loving nature and a playful spark. Friendly and gentle, she enjoys meeting new people and loves nothing more than a game of fetch, a tasty treat, and plenty of fuss. Maggie is housetrained and has moderate energy she enjoys her walks and playtime but also values a comfy spot to relax. She’s happy to live with
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
7Mabel's ideal home Mabel is looking for a home where everyone is of older secondary school age as she can be a timid girl meeting new people. Mabel is comfortable lead walking with Dogs that she knows, but she tends to ignore them for the most part so would prefer a home as the only dog while she builds on her socialising skills. Mabel is quite a prey-driven girly so would be
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
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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.
