Dogs Available in East Sussex

33 dogs available
Aj, a 9 years old male Akita available for adoption from RSPCA in East Sussex

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Aj

East Sussex
SexMale
Age9 years
BreedAkita

American Akita crossbreed White and black 9 Years (approx) Ref: 198/26 AJ is a beautiful Akita cross Staffordshire Bull Terrier who came into our care due to a change in his owner’s circumstances. Since arriving at the centre, he has shown himself to be a sensitive and sometimes nervous boy, but with time, patience, and reassurance, his confidence has grown and he has made lots of friends along the way. AJ can be very nervous around children, so we feel he would be best suited to an adultonly home where he can feel safe and secure. While AJ has made dog friends at the centre, we believe he would thrive most as the only dog in the home, where he can enjoy all the love, attention, and spoiling for himself. Beneath his shy exterior is a truly affectionate and lovable character looking for a calm, relaxed home. He would love a family who can take him on adventures during the day before settling down for cuddles together on the sofa in the evening. I know how to sit (and lots of other commands too!) I'd prefer an adult only household I need teaching that it's ok to be alone I get on well with many other dogs I'd prefer to be the only animal in a home I'm young at heart I love fuss and attention DOG American Akita crossbreed White and black 9 Years (approx) Ref: 198/26

Beau, a 7 years old male Staffordshire Bull Terrier available for adoption from RSPCA in East Sussex

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Beau

East Sussex
SexMale
Age7 years
BreedStaffordshire Bull Terrier

Staffordshire Bull Terrier crossbreed Brindle and white 7 Years (approx) Ref: 58/26 Beau is a beautiful, bouncy Staffy cross Lurcher with a big personality and an even bigger heart. He came into our care under very sad circumstances, having been handed over to an inspector after being kept in a crate for most of his time and not receiving enough food. When Beau arrived, he was extremely underweight and had caused serious damage to his own tail. His condition was so poor that he required hospitalisation before joining us at the centre, and sadly his tail had to be amputated. Despite everything he has been through, Beau has shown incredible resilience. Since arriving at the centre, he has truly come out of his shell and is beginning to enjoy life again. Beau has made lots of friends during his time with us. He is friendly with people, enjoys the company of other dogs, and absolutely loves getting out on adventures. He’s a clever boy who is very foodmotivated, which makes training both fun and rewarding. Beau is now looking for a loving home that will give him the patience, understanding, and affection he deserves. After such a difficult start in life, he is ready to be cherished and spoiled. If you think you could offer Beau the happy, secure future he’s been waiting for, please submit a Perfect Match form to info@rspcasussexwest.org.uk You'll need to take me to training classes I could live with children of secondary school age I need someone with me most of the time I get on well with many other dogs I'd prefer not to live with a cat I'm always on the go I love food and treats DOG Staffordshire Bull Terrier crossbreed Brindle and white 7 Years (approx) Ref: 58/26

Billy, a 1 year old male Crossbreed available for adoption from RSPCA in East Sussex

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Billy

East Sussex
SexMale
Age1 year
BreedCrossbreed

Lurcher crossbreed Black and tan 1 Year (approx) Ref: 199/26 Billy is a wonderful, sweetnatured Lurcher cross. He’s a bundle of fun with a bright, eager mind, making him a fantastic match for someone who enjoys training. Billy already knows a variety of tricks and has a great foundation of skills to build on. Billy came to us from another rescue where he sadly wasn’t getting much interest, so we’re hoping a fresh start in a new area will help him find the loving home he deserves. He can make dog friends, but he does lack some social manners, so he’ll need an owner who is happy to manage this and continue his training. Our behaviour team will provide ongoing postadoption support to help him settle in and develop these skills further. As a Lurcher x Belgian Shepherd, Billy will need plenty of both mental and physical stimulation to keep him happy and fulfilled. He can be a little unsure in new situations, such as navigating stairs or encountering busy traffic, but with patience and positive guidance, he’s learning to grow in confidence. He will require a home with a private, secure garden. Billy is looking for a dedicated and loving home, one that understands the needs of a high energy dog and is committed to helping him become a confident, well mannered companion. He would really benefit from ongoing training and enrichment activities to channel his energy in positive ways. If you’re ready to give your time, patience, and heart to a dog who just needs a chance, Billy could be the perfect match for you. If you’re interested, please complete a Perfect Match form and send it to info@rspcasussexwest.org.uk I know how to sit (and lots of other commands too!) I'd prefer an adult only household I can be left alone for short periods I'd prefer to be the only dog in a home I'd prefer not to live with a cat I'm always on the go I love food and treats DOG Lurcher crossbreed Black and tan 1 Year (approx) Ref: 199/26

Bison, a 5 years old male American Bulldog available for adoption from RSPCA in East Sussex

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Bison

East Sussex
SexMale
Age5 years
BreedAmerican Bulldog

Bison came in on the 14th of December via another rescue.He is a friendly, affectionate boy who enjoys attention and is a favourite amongst the staff as he is such a cuddly boy. Bison walks really well on the lead and knows sit and his name. He is very clean in his kennel so should be housetrained.Bison mostly ignores other dogs when out but can take a dislike to some, especially smaller ones. He needs a home without cats.He will make a wonderful addition to the family and could live with children 10 years or older who are used to big dogsScroll through the gallery of images above or click to openΔ document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() );You must have an appointment booked after applying to adopt in order to meet the animals.You are welcome to drop off donations at any time or come into our reception office with any enquiries.We are constantly striving to improve all aspects of our work. If you feel we haven’t got something right we have a Branch Complaints Policy to address any issues.For further information about how we manage your data, please read our privacy policy.Registered Charity No. 206630. Copyright RSPCA Brighton & The Heart of Sussex 2026. All rights reserved.Support local animals in need AND be in with a chance to win a monthly JACKPOT of £25,000!!! Plus other prizes You can now play from just £1 a week, helping us continue rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming animals across our community. Find out more here.

Bruce, a 9 years old male Mastiff available for adoption from RSPCA in East Sussex

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Bruce

East Sussex
SexMale
Age9 years
BreedMastiff

Cane Corso crossbreed Black and white 612 Months Ref: 212/26 Bruce is a sweet 8 month old mastiff X who came in to us due to his owener no longer being able to take care of himHe is a big baby looking for an owner with large breed experience who can help him grow into the distinguished gentle giant that he will be. He can be strong on lead and will need an owner who will continue his loose lead walking training. Bruce can be a nervous boy, who requires time and patience to settle in new spaces and in the company of new people. Once he is comfortable with you you will soon see his true puppy personality! He loves to play with toys, have zoomies and he does jump up when excited. The kennel team are working on basic obedience skills with him but is looking for a home where he can continue to be guided and learn new things. Bruce enjoys the company of other dogs but due to the combination of his age and size he can be a bit too much for them and needs to continue to learn manners around other dogs. He has previously lived with children but due to his size and strength we would recommend that he live with secondary school age and above. If you believe that you could give Bruce the loving home that he so deserves please email info@rspcasussexwest.org.uk to request a perfect match form You'll need to take me to training classes I could live with children of secondary school age I need someone with me most of the time I may be able to live with another dog I'd prefer not to live with a cat I'm a gentle giant (big and strong) I love food and treats DOG Cane Corso crossbreed Black and white 612 Months Ref: 212/26

Callie, a 2 years old female Labrador x Lurcher available for adoption from Kit Wilson Trust in East Sussex

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Callie

East Sussex
SexFemale
Age2 years
BreedLabrador x Lurcher

Callie is very energetic and active, she loves to play with other dogs especially if they are a similar energy level. Unfortunately, Callie has had an unsettled start in life, having had several homes. Therefore, she is in desperate need of a stable home that is willing to commit time to training with structure. Can sometimes be wary of strangers approaching. Callie is very loyal and loving with a fun personality.‍

Cuckoo, a 4 years old female Staffordshire Bull Terrier available for adoption from RSPCA in East Sussex

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Cuckoo

East Sussex
SexFemale
Age4 years
BreedStaffordshire Bull Terrier

Cuckoo came in on the 4th of June via another rescue. She was abandoned in a house by her previous owner with someone who was unable to care for her.Cuckoo is a lovely, gentle girl who is very affectionate and loves a cuddle.. She enjoys her walks and is good on the lead. She also loves to play with her toys, especially a tennis ball. She is a sensitive girl who can be worried by sudden loud sounds so needs plenty of reassurance. She bonds very strongly with people and is wonderful to train as she loves to learn.Cuckoo can be worried by some larger dogs, we will assess her further while she is with us.Δ document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() );You must have an appointment booked after applying to adopt in order to meet the animals.You are welcome to drop off donations at any time or come into our reception office with any enquiries.We are constantly striving to improve all aspects of our work. If you feel we haven’t got something right we have a Branch Complaints Policy to address any issues.For further information about how we manage your data, please read our privacy policy.Registered Charity No. 206630. Copyright RSPCA Brighton & The Heart of Sussex 2026. All rights reserved.Support local animals in need AND be in with a chance to win a monthly JACKPOT of £25,000!!! Plus other prizes You can now play from just £1 a week, helping us continue rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming animals across our community. Find out more here.

Fairy, a 3 years old female Old English Sheepdog available for adoption from RSPCA in East Sussex

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Fairy

East Sussex
SexFemale
Age3 years
BreedOld English Sheepdog

Fairy came in on the 20th of May via another rescue. She came from a puppy farm.Fairy is a friendly girl who can be a little shy at first. She knows how to sit but will need further training, including housetraining. Fairy walks fairly well on the lead and is very interested in her surroundings as she may not have been out and about much previously. She can be a little sensitive to busy places and would prefer a calmer home environment.Fairy appears to like other dogs so far and will be socialised further whilst she is with us.She will be looking for an experienced home without young children due to her shy nature. Fairy would benefit from having her own, secure garden.Scroll through the gallery of images above or click to openΔ document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() );You must have an appointment booked after applying to adopt in order to meet the animals.You are welcome to drop off donations at any time or come into our reception office with any enquiries.We are constantly striving to improve all aspects of our work. If you feel we haven’t got something right we have a Branch Complaints Policy to address any issues.For further information about how we manage your data, please read our privacy policy.Registered Charity No. 206630. Copyright RSPCA Brighton & The Heart of Sussex 2026. All rights reserved.Support local animals in need AND be in with a chance to win a monthly JACKPOT of £25,000!!! Plus other prizes You can now play from just £1 a week, helping us continue rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming animals across our community. Find out more here.

Flipper, a 2 years old female Shar Pei available for adoption from RSPCA in East Sussex

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Flipper

East Sussex
SexFemale
Age2 years
BreedShar Pei

Flipper came in on the 12th of May via another rescue. She was an unclaimed stray. She is currently waiting for an operation on her eyelids to fix the entropian (when the eyelashes turn inwards and irritate the eyes) so is not quite ready yet.Flipper is a friendly, affectionate girl who enjoys a fuss. She likes to play with either soft, squeaky toys or you!! Flipper knows how to sit, walks well on the lead and appears to be housetrained.She has been very sociable with other dogs so far at the shelter.Flipper is looking for an experienced owner. We may consider older children who are very dog experienced.Δ document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() );You must have an appointment booked after applying to adopt in order to meet the animals.You are welcome to drop off donations at any time or come into our reception office with any enquiries.We are constantly striving to improve all aspects of our work. If you feel we haven’t got something right we have a Branch Complaints Policy to address any issues.For further information about how we manage your data, please read our privacy policy.Registered Charity No. 206630. Copyright RSPCA Brighton & The Heart of Sussex 2026. All rights reserved.Support local animals in need AND be in with a chance to win a monthly JACKPOT of £25,000!!! Plus other prizes You can now play from just £1 a week, helping us continue rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming animals across our community. Find out more here.

Goose, a 1 year old male Crossbreed available for adoption from RSPCA in East Sussex

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Goose

East Sussex
SexMale
Age1 year
BreedCrossbreed

Goose came in on the 16th of June via an Inspector. He is a very skinny boy and was not receiving the care he needed in his previous home.Goose is a friendly, affectionate boy who enjoys attention. He knows how to sit, is already learning his name and likes to play with toys. Goose walks well on the lead but can quite strong when he wants to go somewhere.He seems very friendly with other dogs and will be socialised further at the shelter. Goose does has a prey drive so would not be suitable to live with cats or small animals.He is a new arrival who is still being assessed. More info to follow.Δ document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() );You must have an appointment booked after applying to adopt in order to meet the animals.You are welcome to drop off donations at any time or come into our reception office with any enquiries.We are constantly striving to improve all aspects of our work. If you feel we haven’t got something right we have a Branch Complaints Policy to address any issues.For further information about how we manage your data, please read our privacy policy.Registered Charity No. 206630. Copyright RSPCA Brighton & The Heart of Sussex 2026. All rights reserved.Support local animals in need AND be in with a chance to win a monthly JACKPOT of £25,000!!! Plus other prizes You can now play from just £1 a week, helping us continue rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming animals across our community. Find out more here.

Hilda, a 1 year old female Dachshund available for adoption from RSPCA in East Sussex

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Hilda

East Sussex
SexFemale
Age1 year
BreedDachshund

Dachshund (Wirehaired) Black and tan (Boar) 1 Year (approx) Ref: 237/26 Hilda came to us from Battersea after having little luck finding her forever home. She's now enjoying life in the countryside, where we're hoping she'll have a better chance of meeting the right family. Hilda is a beautiful and cheeky Dachshund with a huge personality packed into a tiny body. She is looking for an experienced home with people who understand the Dachshund breed and their unique traits. Hilda can be independent at times and enjoys doing things on her own terms, making her a great match for someone who appreciates a dog with character. One of Hilda's challenges is that she can be quite vocal. Previous homes found her barking difficult to manage, both in the home and when out and about. She is likely to bark at other dogs on walks and at unfamiliar noises, so her new family will need patience, understanding, and a commitment to ongoing training to help her feel more settled and confident. Despite this, Hilda is a fun, affectionate little dog with plenty of love to give. With the right guidance and a breed savvy home, we believe she has all the potential to thrive. If you think you could offer Hilda the loving home she deserves, please send a Perfect Match Form to info@rspcasussexwest.org.uk. You'll need to take me to training classes I could live with children of secondary school age I need teaching that it's ok to be alone I'd prefer to be the only dog in a home I'd prefer to be the only animal in a home I'm always on the go I love food and treats DOG Dachshund (Wirehaired) Black and tan (Boar) 1 Year (approx) Ref: 237/26

Indiana Bones, a 2 years old male Beagle available for adoption from RSPCA in East Sussex

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Indiana Bones

East Sussex
SexMale
Age2 years
BreedBeagle

Beagle Tan and white 2 Years (approx) Ref: 125/26 Indiana Bones is a gorgeous Beagle who originally came to us through stray kennels, so sadly we don’t know much about his past. He was rehomed for a short time, but after a week it became clear it wasn’t quite the right match, so he has come back into our care. He can be a little worried by certain noises and unfamiliar objects when he’s out and about, but underneath that cautious side is a really lovely boy with a huge personality. Indiana absolutely loves his food (which may explain his slightly larger waistline!), and one of his favourite things in the world is heading off on long, sniffy adventures. After a busy day, you’ll usually find him curled up under a blanket having a good snooze. As he settles into home life, his exercise will need to be built up gradually to help him lose some weight and improve his fitness. Like many Beagles, Indiana is very food motivated and can be a bit cheeky when it comes to snacks and treats, often preferring to enjoy them in peace in a cosy spot of his choosing. He has been really good with us here at the centre, but his new family will just need to be mindful to give him space when he’s enjoying something tasty. Because of this, we feel he would be best suited to an adultonly home, or one with older teenagers. Mr Bones is brilliant with the other dogs here at the centre and is currently our resident stooge dog, helping other dogs build confidence on walks. He loves social strolls and plenty of sniffing opportunities. One thing he does find very scary is travelling in cars, so we’re hoping to find him a home where he can enjoy walks locally, at least while he builds confidence. If you have a Beagleshaped hole in your life, please fill out a Perfect Match form and send it to info@rspcasussexwest.org.uk. You'll need to take me to training classes I could live with children of secondary school age I need teaching that it's ok to be alone I get on well with many other dogs I'd prefer to be the only animal in a home I'm small but full of fun I love food and treats DOG Beagle Tan and white 2 Years (approx) Ref: 125/26

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East Sussex

Kit Wilson Trust

Charity No.1143338
Dogs Available4

Kit Wilson Trust for Animal Welfare was founded in 1975 following a legacy from Katherine Wilson and has since grown into a major rescue centre in Hadlow Down, East Sussex. Caring for over 500 animals and birds, the Trust rescues abandoned, neglected and injured animals, providing high standards of care until they are rehomed, rehabilitated or, where necessary, given lifelong sanctuary. Wildlife rescue and an emergency helpline also form part of its work, alongside close collaboration with other local services. Central to its founding policy—and still a core principle today—is the promotion of spaying and neutering to reduce the number of unwanted animals in need of rescue.

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UK

Paw Society

Charity No.1204906
Dogs Available4

People’s Animal Welfare Society (PAW Society) is dedicated to giving cats and dogs a second chance through loving foster homes rather than kennels, allowing their true personalities to shine. Many animals are assessed in homes with other pets and children, while some confident cats are fostered at Kiko’s Cat Café in Rye to help them socialise and find adopters. The charity rescues both UK and overseas animals, specialising in ex-strays and those with long-term health conditions or disabilities. Passionate about tackling the root causes of overpopulation, PAW Society strongly promotes spaying and neutering as essential to improving global animal welfare.

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RSPCA

Charity No.219099
Dogs Available153

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA), founded in 1824, is the oldest and largest animal welfare organisation in the world, operating across England and Wales. Funded primarily by voluntary donations, the charity rescues animals from cruelty, investigates neglect and organised animal crime, and provides advice to improve animal welfare. Its network includes rescue teams, animal hospitals, rehabilitation centres and over 150 locally run branches that support rehoming, neutering and community welfare services. Through national and international outreach, the RSPCA works to prevent cruelty and ensure animals receive the care and protection they deserve.

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Wadars, Sussex

Wadars

Charity No.Unknown
Dogs Available1

Wadars Animal Rescue is a leading animal welfare charity based in Ferring, Worthing, rescuing wildlife and rehoming companion animals since 1969. Each year the charity helps more than 1,400 injured, orphaned or at-risk wild animals, while also rehoming hundreds of dogs, cats and small pets. Its dedicated Animal Welfare Team responds to public concerns, operates a busy wildlife helpline, and runs a lost and found pet register, working closely with local vets and rehabilitation centres. Now caring for cats and small animals at its Ferring rehoming centre—with plans to expand kennels and wildlife facilities—Wadars relies almost entirely on community donations, legacies and fundraising to continue its vital work.

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East Sussex provides a balance of coastal living, countryside and commuter towns, which influences how rescue dogs are matched with adopters. Dogs available here may be suited to everything from active households to quieter, more settled homes. Many East Sussex rescues focus on careful assessment and home checks to ensure dogs are comfortable with their new environment. Local adoption supports long-term success for both dogs and adopters across the county.