Cambridgeshire offers a diverse setting for dog adoption, ranging from historic city living to wide-open fenland and rural communities. Rescue dogs in the county are often matched with adopters based on energy levels and daily routines, particularly where walking space and working hours vary. Many dogs listed in Cambridgeshire may come from foster homes, allowing rescues to better understand how they cope in real-life environments. Whether you’re based in Cambridge or a surrounding village, adopting locally helps support responsible rehoming across the county.

Dogs Available in Cambridgeshire

47 dogs available
Aria, a Unknown old female Lurcher available for adoption from Lurcher SOS in Cambridgeshire

Lurcher SOS

Aria

Cambridgeshire
SexFemale
AgeUnknown
BreedLurcher

Aria is a striking, slight-built girl with long legs and beautiful Saluki traits. Her big brown eyes and affectionate nature make a lasting impression on everyone she meets. She’s friendly and enthusiastic, often greeting people and other dogs with excitement and charm.In many ways, Aria is still a puppy. She’s lively, playful and loves her food, so much so that she may help herself if anything tempting is left within reach on kitchen counters. She’s been doing really well with house training in foster and is getting into a good routine, especially heading outside after meals.Out on walks, Aria is alert and engaged with her surroundings, and her prey drive is quite evident. Because of this, she’ll need an understanding home that can manage this safely and continue her training.While she comes across as confident, Aria does like to know where her people are and doesn’t enjoy being left out. She can show some attachment tendencies, so she would benefit from a home where someone is around for much of the time, at least initially, and is willing to help her build confidence being left gradually.With patience, consistency and plenty of love, Aria has all the makings of a wonderful, vibrant companion. She’s a sweet-natured girl with a lot of potential, just waiting for the right home to help her thrive.

Arnie, a 2 years old female German Shepherd available for adoption from GSD Welfare Fund in Cambridgeshire

GSD Welfare Fund

Arnie

Cambridgeshire
SexFemale
Age2 years
BreedGerman Shepherd

Arnie came to us at 20 months old and has only been with us a short time. He was relinquished to rescue after being described as reactive to “everything” — dogs, people, children, barking and lunging at them all. He had been crated for long periods and only walked in the early hours of the morning, so he arrived with very limited experiences and almost no socialisation.​When he first meets someone new, he will bark so needs a little time to work out who you are. Once he knows you, he is the sweetest, most affectionate lad. He travels brilliantly in the car, settles on the back seat, and doesn’t react to passing people or dogs. He loves affection and interaction with people he knows.​We’ve been taking him to quiet places for his walks and gradually introducing more sights and sounds at a distance he can cope with. He loves getting out and exploring, and he’s showing us every week that he wants to learn and feel safe.​Arnie is ready to be adopted, but he isn’t a dog for busy streets, narrow streets or crowded parks just yet. If he’s pushed too close to things he finds worrying, he will bark, which we want to avoid. He’s a work in progress — not difficult, not dangerous, just inexperienced and trying his best.​Arnie needs to be the only dog in the house and no cats or small animals as we suspect he would chase.​He needs adopters who are happy to continue slow, steady socialisation: taking him in the car to quiet parks, letting him watch the world from a safe distance, and building his confidence at his pace. In the kennel he settles quietly, shows no destruction, and thrives on predictable routines.​With patient, consistent handling and a calm home, Arnie has every chance of becoming a fantastic companion. He just needs people who are willing to continue the good work that’s already started.Meanwhile we will continue working with him on socialisation, till we find the perfect match.​​​​​ ​​​

Bailey, a 5 years old male Crossbreed available for adoption from Animal Helpline in Cambridgeshire

Animal Helpline

Bailey

Cambridgeshire
SexMale
Age5 years
BreedCrossbreed

Bailey came into our rescue anxious and very unsure of his surroundings, but with time, patience and understanding we’ve worked to help him gain trust and confidence. He’s made a significant improvement whilst being with us and we now feel that he’s ready to take the next step and find his forever home.He is a highly intelligent boy who needs to be guided in the right direction. He has Collie like traits and will require an experienced home with no children as he can be reactive on walks and tends to guard toys.He is food motivated and will take treats gently, so high quality treats can be used as a positive reinforcement during his ongoing training–we think he could possibly be excellent in agility.

Bear, a Unknown old female German Shepherd available for adoption from GSD Welfare Fund in Cambridgeshire

GSD Welfare Fund

Bear

Cambridgeshire
SexFemale
AgeUnknown
BreedGerman Shepherd

My name is Bear and I am a six-seven year old male.The rescue people say I'm a big softy once I get to know you. I worry about other dogs so I can be a bit reactive towards them so I need to be the only dog in the house. I would prefer to have someone around most of the time as I can get a little bit worried when home alone. Location: Stamford, LincsI worry about other dogs so I can be a bit reactive towards them so I need to be the only dog in the house. I would prefer to have someone around most of the time as I can get a little bit worried when home alone.

Blizzard, a 3 years old male Lurcher available for adoption from Lurcher SOS in Cambridgeshire

Lurcher SOS

Blizzard

Cambridgeshire
SexMale
Age3 years
BreedLurcher

Blizzard is a lovely boy who is around 3 years old and a nice medium size. He arrived into rescue feeling quite confident and has quickly shown himself to be a friendly, easy going dog who enjoys human company.He has a calm and gentle nature and is already proving to be a really lovely boy to spend time with. Blizzard is now fully vaccinated and neutered and is in a foster home in Shropshire. He is now ready to begin looking for his forever home.We think Blizzard is going to make a wonderful companion for someone looking for a sweet, friendly dog to share everyday life and adventures with.

Bruno, a 4 years old male Crossbreed available for adoption from Woodgreen in Cambridgeshire

Woodgreen

Bruno

Cambridgeshire
SexMale
Age4 years
BreedCrossbreed

Meet Bruno! Bruno is a sweet, sensitive little soul looking for a quiet, understanding home. Bruno is nervous around new people and unfamiliar situations, but once he is given time and space to get to know you, he can affectionate and cuddly with his trusted friends. He’ll happily snuggle up beside you on the sofa and would do just about anything for a bit of cheese (his favourite treat!). Bruno will benefit from ongoing training and management to help him build confidence and learn that the world isn’t such a scary place. Bruno is looking for a quiet home without too much hustle and bustle, with someone who has experience with nervous dogs or is willing to take things slow. A calm, patient environment will help him thrive and truly shine. If you’re looking for a loyal little companion and have lots of patience, Bruno could be the right match for you.

Cindy, a 4 years old male Crossbreed available for adoption from Animal Helpline in Cambridgeshire

Animal Helpline

Cindy

Cambridgeshire
SexMale
Age4 years
BreedCrossbreed

Cindy has been with us a few months now and is fantastic with a small group of people she trusts. It does take her some time to build trust, which means she doesn’t show her true self when she meets new people.But when she does show herself you see that she’s a happy girl who loves nothing more than showing off running around and destroying toys.She is very loyal and will make a fantastic companion if you give her the time she needs to build a bond and trust.

Clover, a 4 years old female Neapolitan Mastiff available for adoption from Willowdale Farm in Cambridgeshire

Willowdale Farm

Clover

Cambridgeshire
SexFemale
Age4 years
BreedNeapolitan Mastiff

Clover is a 4 year old Cane Corso who has been heavily bred from in the past. She is a beautiful gentle soul that just wants to have a run and then a mooch about. She definitely gets a gold medal for having the biggest tongue ever. She walks nicely on the lead once she has burnt off some steam but can be very strong if she wants to go somewhere in a hurry. She is looking for an older family with plenty of space to have a mooch and a sniff. If you could offer Clover her forever home please contact louise@willowdalefarm,co,uk with your contact number and some information about you and your family.

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