Border Collie Rescue Dogs in the UK

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Oscar, a 2 years old male Staffordshire Bull Terrier X Collie available for adoption from Foal Farm in KentKent

Foal Farm

Oscar

SexMale
Age2 years
BreedStaffordshire Bull Terrier X Collie

Oscar is in the adolescent stage of growing up! He originally arrived in our care in March 2025 after being found abandoned outside a nightclub. He is a...

Fallon, a 2 years old female Collie available for adoption from Many Tears Animal Rescue in WalesWales

Many Tears Animal Rescue

Fallon

SexFemale
Age2 years
BreedCollie

Fallon is a super sweet and clever girl who originally came to us from a breeder but was sadly returned after struggling to cope with visitors coming and going...

Lassie, a 2 years old female Collie available for adoption from Many Tears Animal Rescue in WalesWales

Many Tears Animal Rescue

Lassie

SexFemale
Age2 years
BreedCollie

Lassie has come to us from a breeder to find her forever home. When she first arrived she was overwhelmed by absolutely everything, especially people. She had...

Patches, a 9 years old female Collie available for adoption from Pads Dog Rescue in ScotlandScotland

Pads Dog Rescue

Patches

SexFemale
Age9 years
BreedCollie

Patches originally came to us from her family, we rehomed her with a single gentleman but she hasn’t settled and he felt she wasn’t happy. Patches arrived with...

Gus, a 10 years old male Border Collie X available for adoption from Dogs Trust in KentKent

Dogs Trust

Gus

SexMale
Age10 years
BreedBorder Collie X

Super sweet lad Gus is a 10 and a half year old Collie cross who loves exploring the great outdoors on gentle strolls, taking in all of the sniffs. He is a...

Echo, a 3 months old female Collie X available for adoption from RATS Animal Rescue in HertfordshireHertfordshire

RATS Animal Rescue

Echo

SexFemale
Age3 months
BreedCollie X

Darling Echo was less than 12 weeks old when she came into our care, and she has already had more upheaval than any little puppy should. She had found her home...

Seven, a 11 months old male Collie available for adoption from Gables Dogs & Cats Home in DevonDevon

Gables Dogs & Cats Home

Seven

SexMale
Age11 months
BreedCollie

I arrived at Gables when I was just 11 months old. At such a young age I had already been through so much turmoil and distress. I’d been suffering physical...

Beetlejuice, a 2 years old male Siberian Husky X Border Collie available for adoption from RSPCA in LancashireLancashire

RSPCA

Beetlejuice

SexMale
Age2 years
BreedSiberian Husky X Border Collie

DISCLAIMER: Please read Beetle’s story very carefully as we are looking for a very specific home for him!Beetle is a Borsky breed (Siberian Husky and Border...

Sol, a 1 year old male Border Collie available for adoption from Dogs Trust in Northern IrelandNorthern Ireland

Dogs Trust

Sol

SexMale
Age1 year
BreedBorder Collie

Meet Sol! Sol is a very handsome 1 year old Collie. Sol is a very sweet boy who is looking for a gentle and understanding home as he is very nervous of new...

Zen, a 3 years old male Border Collie available for adoption from Border Collie Trust in StaffordshireStaffordshire

Border Collie Trust

Zen

SexMale
Age3 years
BreedBorder Collie

Zen is almost 3 years old, he is a neutered black and white border collie. He came into our care following a change in his owners circumstances.Zen is a little...

Olivia, a 9 months old female Collie X available for adoption from Hope Rescue in WalesWales

Hope Rescue

Olivia

SexFemale
Age9 months
BreedCollie X

Olivia is a beautiful, affectionate girl who adores people and loves nothing more than getting close for a cuddle. She has a big heart and a clever brain, with...

Riley, a 1 year old male Collie X Spaniel available for adoption from Dogs Trust in WalesWales

Dogs Trust

Riley

SexMale
Age1 year
BreedCollie X Spaniel

Meet beautiful boy, Riley! Riley is a handsome 9-month old Collie X Spaniel who is looking for his forever home. Riley could live with another dog in the home,...

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Border Collie dog breed - A highly intelligent and energetic herding dog.

Border Collie

A highly intelligent and energetic herding dog.

Border Collies are often considered the most intelligent dog breed. Originally bred for herding sheep, they are extremely energetic, agile, and focused. They thrive in active households and excel in canine sports and training.

Quick Facts

Size
Medium
Breed Group
Pastoral
Lifespan
12–15 Years
Exercise Needs
More than 2 hours per day
Grooming Needs
Low
Shedding
Yes
Barking Tendency
Medium
Trainability
Extremely trainable and eager to learn, but they need mental challenges and daily training to stay happy.
Temperament
Alert, enthusiastic, and focused. Border Collies are loyal but can be reserved around strangers.

FAQ

How can I find a Border Collie near me?

We've found Border Collie dogs looking for a home across 38 areas including Wales, Scotland, Staffordshire and more. Use the filter options at the top of the page to enter your location and find a Border Collie near you. Don't forget about the many international dogs looking for homes in the UK too.

How many Border Collie dogs are in rescue?

We've found 149 Border Collie dogs currently looking for homes across 73 charities in the UK. Border Collie dogs are one of the most frequently rehomed breeds in the UK.

How do I adopt a Border Collie?

The process to adopt a dog varies from charity to charity, but the process is usually similar. If you've found a dog you'd like to adopt or learn more about, be sure to click through to the charity and follow their adoption process. We've also written a detailed guide on what the adoption process usually involves that you can check out here if you'd like to learn more.

How much does it cost to adopt a Border Collie?

The cost of adopting a dog can vary, but is usually between £150 and £450. Some factors that can influence the cost include the dogs age and the charity that is looking after them. You can speak to the charity about their adoption fees.

Can I adopt a Border Collie puppy?

There are currently 22 Border Collie puppies on Rescue Finder looking for a home; you can use the filter options at the top of the page to show only puppies.

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Should I Crate Train My Rescue Dog?

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Can You Adopt a Dog If You Already Have a Dog or Cat?

Can You Adopt a Dog If You Already Have a Dog or Cat?

Thinking of adopting a rescue dog when you already have a dog or cat? Find out what rescues look for, how to introduce pets safely, and what to ask first.

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Best Rescue Dogs If You Have Children

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