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Adam, a 2 years old male Greyhound available for adoption from Northern Greyhound Rescue in Lancashire

Northern Greyhound Rescue

Adam

Lancashire
SexMale
Age2 years
BreedGreyhound

Adam , racing name Crystal Adamite is a two year old Greyhound who is looking for his forever home.Adam is currently in foster with three more hounds and is a gentleman with the other dogs, even when he's been told off he is a big softy. He responds very well to praise and picked up house training quickly. He is happy to be left a few hours when his fosterers are at work in the company of other hounds. We would like him to be homed with at least one other dog as he is happier with canine company.Adam plays like a puppy and chills out like an old soul, he likes a ball outside and a soft toy inside. He is very gentle with people and other dogs and is just a delightful boy to have around.Adam is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and flead and wormed. He can be homed both locally and nationally dependent on a successful homecheck.

Al, a 5 years old female Greyhound available for adoption from Makants Greyhound Rescue in Greater Manchester

Makants Greyhound Rescue

Al

Greater Manchester
SexFemale
Age5 years
BreedGreyhound

Handsome 3.5 year old AL arrived with us on the 9th May 2026.AL loves to see the volunteer walkers and walks well on the lead. He is interested to see there are other breeds of dog on his walks but doesn't react negatively towards them. He has shown he is a confident, friendly and affectionate boy who also enjoys spending time in the enrichment (home from home) room playing with toys.AL doesn't like to miss out and loves to be involved in everything that's going on! He has spent days out with our volunteers and another hound and has always behaved well.AL could live in a home with another female hound or would be equally happy as an only dog. We're looking for a home where AL would have company for a large part of the day and we would prefer any children in the household to be 13 plus years of age.Details of our homing requirements can be found on this link: https://makants.uk/adopt-foster/

Alfonzo, a 10 years old male Greyhound available for adoption from Hector's Greyhound Rescue in Merseyside

Hector's Greyhound Rescue

Alfonzo

Merseyside
SexMale
Age10 years
BreedGreyhound

Meet Alfonzo – Our Gorgeous Greyhound Prince Alfonzo hasn’t had the easiest start in life, but this beautiful greyhound boy is ready to find the special home he truly deserves. He was sadly found in a pound, and life hasn’t always been kind to him. His sight is fading – one vet believes it may be the result of blunt trauma in the past – but despite everything, Alfonzo’s gentle and loving nature shines through.He is currently on eye drops, and Hector’s Greyhound Rescue will remain responsible for all eye-related vet bills for the rest of his life, so his future family can focus on giving him love and comfort. The home Alfonzo needsAn experienced home with understanding owners.Ideally rural or semi-rural, with a large, secure garden where he can safely play and potter about.Older children only, and no other pets – Alfonzo deserves to be the only prince of the household.He isn’t able to go on long walks, so a family who are happy to enjoy time with him at home and play in the garden will be perfect.Like many sighthounds, Alfonzo still has a high prey drive, so when out in public he will need to be walked on lead and wear his muzzle. Why Alfonzo?Alfonzo is incredibly loving and loyal. He may not need big adventures, but what he longs for is companionship, comfort, and kindness. After everything he has been through, he deserves a calm, stable, and devoted forever home where he can finally feel safe and cherished.Racing name: Alfredo CourtI walk well on the lead6+yearsI need to be in a home without catsI am happy to be alone for short periodsI am not small dog friendlyI am housetrainedI need work on my recall

Alice, a 6 years old female Greyhound available for adoption from Makants Greyhound Rescue in Greater Manchester

Makants Greyhound Rescue

Alice

Greater Manchester
SexFemale
Age6 years
BreedGreyhound

6 year old Alice joined us in September and soon settled in. This lovely girl, even though she is six years of age, is very fit for her age and does look forward to her daily walks.Alice is a character, is full of personality and doesn't want to miss a thing. She especially loves toys and to pinch them off other greyhounds if possible!Alice is a very affectionate girl with all our volunteers and also loves to spend time with the other greyhounds. She has already spent some time in our enrichment (home from home) room which she fully inspected, enjoyed playing with toys, but was quite curious about the T.V. on the wall.For Alice we’re looking for a home with someone who has experience of larger dogs, but not necessarily greyhounds. We feel Alice would be happy to live as an only hound or could equally happily live with another male hound. She would benefit from the company of an adopter who is at home a large amount of time, and this is especially important during the initial settling in phase. We feel Alice would be best suited to live with older children 13 plus. Details of our homing requirements, along with an application form, can be found on

Amber, a 3 years old female Lurcher available for adoption from Animal Rescue Cumbria in Cumbria

Animal Rescue Cumbria

Amber

Cumbria
SexFemale
Age3 years
BreedLurcher

I can be wary of men.I'd like to be the only pet in the home.I would like to continue my training as I'm very clever.Meet the gorgeous Amber!Amber is a fun, excitable girl who loves spending time with her people and will happily do just about anything for a tasty treat!She is a clever, eager-to-please dog who enjoys learning and thrives when working alongside her humans. With continued positive training and plenty of enrichment, Amber has the potential to make a wonderful companion.Amber can be selective about the men she meets, so we feel she would be happiest in a female-only household, where she can feel safe and build strong, trusting relationships.She would also like to be the only pet in the home, allowing her to enjoy all the love and attention for herself.If you’re looking for a bright, affectionate companion and think you could offer Amber the home she deserves, we’d love to hear from you.

Angus, a 7 years old male Lurcher available for adoption from Dogs Trust in Merseyside

Dogs Trust

Angus

Merseyside
SexMale
Age7 years
BreedLurcher

Are you right for Angus?Angus is looking for a home where he will be the only dog, and any children are teenagers. He is house trained but will need someone at home with him all day initially whilst he settles in, as he has previously shown signs of being distressed if left alone. He will need multiple meets at the centre and a sleepover or two before going home for good.Is Angus right for you?If you're looking for a cuddle buddy then your search is over! Angus has ambitions of being a lap dog and folds his legs as small as he can in an attempt to get close to his favourite people. He gets very excited when he sees his handlers and just adores being made a fuss of, and loves being taken out for his walks. When out and about, Angus is strong on his lead and his carers have worked on his interactions with other dogs, and he can now walk close to others without worry. He's a confident boy who loves to explore new spaces and views any bed as his own, quickly plonking himself down in one! Angus arrived in our care as a stray, and we're pretty sure he has been used as a working dog as he has scars on his face and is missing a small part of his lip. It doesn't hinder him in any way and certainly doesn't affect his strong, handsome face. Due to his background, we do walk Angus muzzled to protect our wildlife, and he isn't bothered one bit by this. Angus is a very loving dog who deserves a brighter future at the heart of a family. He's a joy to be with and will bring immense pleasure to his new family.

Angus, a 3 years old male German Shepherd available for adoption from Saving Saints Rescue in Lancashire

Saving Saints Rescue

Angus

Lancashire
SexMale
Age3 years
BreedGerman Shepherd

Some dogs are Extra Special . Meet Angus, a gentle Shepherd whose heart is literally breaking as he waits and hopes for a family.3 year old Angus has a chronic heart condition (well managed by medication) which means the stress of life at the shelter could kill him. When we first met Angus last April he was super shy. Not reactive, just worried about our intentions. We asked his rescuer, Sofia to work with him, socialising and training him around people to prepare for domestic life.We needed to know if he could cope. Angus has amazed us with his progress. He used to flinch at the reach of a hand. Now he trusts and asks for rubs. He used to hide his head from treats. Now, he comes to you for tasty favours.He has been an absolute angel during his Veterinary visits, travels well in the car, loves dogs, cats and is not destructive.Angus still needs love, patience and lots of love to continue his progress. His medication costs are £47 a month. It’s a commitment we ask his adopter to be prepared to make for life. Meanwhile, we would commit to fundraising for the costs of his travel to the UK.We see huge potential in this sweet boy. His heart may be a little broken but it is full of love. We think he deserves the best shot at a long and happy life. Do you?Please contract us if you can help by adopting beautiful Angus.

Anna, a 4 years old female Greyhound available for adoption from Dogs Trust in Merseyside

Dogs Trust

Anna

Merseyside
SexFemale
Age4 years
BreedGreyhound

Are you right for Anna?Anna gets along well with kennelmate Flint and they can be rehomed together, and she will walk happily with other Greyhounds. She can live with teenagers. She is an ex-racing dog and we have no real history for her, and she is unlikely to be used to living in a home so please be patient with her, Greyhounds do tend to settle quickly. Anna has some ongoing medical issues with dry eye and back pain, but financial support for this will be available upon adoption.Is Anna right for you?Anna is a very affectionate Greyhound who loves to be close to you and her soft, dense fur makes her very hard to resist. She knows that we often have treats in our pockets and bags and she will sneakily poke her long snout in there when you think she's coming for a cuddle! Anna is very calm on her walks but can be a little unsure when meeting other breeds of dog, due to a lack of exposure to them. She gets along fabulously with her kennel mate Flint and they are often cuddled up together, and we would happily rehome them as a pair. Anna loves to say hello to people and will happily put her paws on your shoulder to get nice and close! It's likely Anna has never been in a home before so please be patient with her house training and getting used to spending time alone. Greyhounds often pick up toilet training very quickly and usually nap when alone.

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Animal Concern Cumbria logo - UK dog rescue charity
Egremont, Cumbria

Animal Concern Cumbria

Charity No.1161354
Dogs Available3

Animal Concern Cumbria is based on a rural site near Egremont and has been supporting animals in need since it was founded in 1971. The charity provides a safe, caring environment for animals whose owners can no longer care for them, while also offering guidance and support to help people keep their pets where possible. Some animals require medical treatment, rehabilitation, or extra care before adoption, with tailored care plans created and delivered by the dedicated animal care team. Staff and volunteers also promote animal welfare, responsible pet ownership, and positive reinforcement training through education and community outreach. In addition, the charity runs Peppa’s Pot Campaign, working with local vets to help animals in the community access vital emergency medical care.

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Animal Rescue Cumbria logo - UK dog rescue charity
Kendal, Cumbria

Animal Rescue Cumbria

Charity No.1153737
Dogs Available7

Animal Rescue Cumbria is a long-established animal rescue charity founded in 1972 to address the growing number of pets being euthanised due to a lack of suitable homes. Originally run by volunteers fostering animals in their own homes, the charity became formally registered in 1974 under the guidance of Alfred Wainwright, whose support and book royalties helped secure a permanent rescue site. In 1984, the charity opened its Kapellan centre, which continues to provide shelter and care for dogs and cats in need. Today, Animal Rescue Cumbria remains a community-supported organisation, relying on donations, legacies, and fundraising to continue its mission of rescuing, caring for, and rehoming vulnerable animals.

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Carla Lane logo - UK dog rescue charity
Liverpool, Merseyside

Carla Lane

Charity No.1031342
Dogs Available7

Carla Lane Animals in Need is a Liverpool-based rescue founded over 30 years ago by trustees Fran Ellis and Margaret Brady. After humble beginnings, the charity secured its current site—once an abandoned turkey farm—and has since grown into a respected rescue that rehabilitates and rehomes hundreds of dogs and cats each year. Formerly known as Animals in Need, the rescue later received patronage from the late Carla Lane and is a member of the Association of Dogs and Cats Homes (ADCH), meeting high welfare standards. Operating a strict no-destruction policy, the charity vaccinates, microchips, and neuters all animals, rescuing many from pounds at risk after the seven-day stray period and providing sanctuary to others, including ex-battery hens. Passionately anti-BSL and strong advocates for bull breeds, the team works tirelessly to save lives and promote responsible pet ownership.

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Cheshire Sighthound Rescue logo - UK dog rescue charity
Runcorn, Cheshire

Cheshire Sighthound Rescue

Charity No.1212765
Dogs Available4

Cheshire Sighthound Rescue UK is a registered charity run by a small, dedicated team of trustees with a clear focus on rehoming sighthounds in need. The rescue primarily helps retired racing greyhounds, alongside other sighthounds who have been relinquished due to changes in their owners’ circumstances. Each dog is given care, understanding, and the time needed to transition into home life. With welfare at the heart of everything they do, the charity works to find loving, suitable forever homes where these gentle dogs can thrive.

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Congleton Dog Rescue logo - UK dog rescue charity
Congleton, Cheshire

Congleton Dog Rescue

Charity No.Unknown
Dogs Available3

Congleton Dog Rescue was founded in 2025 by a group of passionate animal lovers determined to give rescue dogs a second chance. What began as a small grassroots fostering effort has already grown into a dedicated rescue operation that has saved over 40 dogs across Cheshire and beyond. Working closely with veterinary clinics, foster families, and community partners, the charity focuses on rescue, rehabilitation, and responsible rehoming. Beyond hands-on rescue work, Congleton Dog Rescue is committed to education and advocacy, aiming to create lasting positive change for dogs in the local community. Powered by a growing team of volunteers, the rescue continues to make a meaningful difference, one dog at a time.

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Dogs 4 Rescue logo - UK dog rescue charity
Manchester

Dogs 4 Rescue

Charity No.Unknown
Dogs Available31

Dogs 4 Rescue is a pioneering UK dog rescue charity that has redefined traditional rehoming through its kennel-free, pack-based rehabilitation model. Inspired by rescue approaches seen abroad, the charity focuses on giving dogs companionship, freedom, and a sense of belonging in natural outdoor environments rather than traditional kennels. Dogs are rehabilitated in relaxed social groups, allowing adopters to meet them in a calm, positive setting and challenging misconceptions about rescue dogs, particularly street dogs and Staffordshire Bull Terriers. Over the past nine years, Dogs 4 Rescue has successfully rehomed more than 1,600 dogs across Greater Manchester and continues to expand its innovative approach with the development of a large sanctuary and rehabilitation retreat for harder-to-home dogs.

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Dogs Trust logo - UK dog rescue charity
UK

Dogs Trust

Charity No.1167663
Dogs Available385

Dogs Trust is one of the UK’s leading dog welfare charities, supporting dogs and their owners since it was founded in 1891 by Lady Gertrude Stock. Guided by the belief that a dog is for life, the charity provides care for dogs in distress, helps find loving new homes when needed, and supports owners during difficult circumstances. Dogs Trust works across the UK to protect the lifelong bond between dogs and people, offering practical help, education, and advocacy at every stage of a dog’s life. In the last year alone, the charity provided care for over 11,700 dogs without homes, continuing its long-standing mission to create a better future for dogs and the people who love them.

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Easterleigh logo - UK dog rescue charity
Blackpool, Lancashire

Easterleigh

Charity No.1176549
Dogs Available2

Easterleigh Animal Sanctuary was founded by Mandy Leigh after her livery stables gradually became a refuge for abandoned and unwanted animals of all kinds. What began in the mid-1990s with horses, dogs, and cats quickly grew into a full animal sanctuary after Mandy famously took in and successfully rehomed 27 Jack Russell terriers, marking a turning point in the charity’s mission. Officially registered as a charity in 1998 and named in memory of Mandy’s beloved rescued horse Easter Girl, the sanctuary went on to help hundreds of animals ranging from dogs and cats to farm animals, birds, and small pets. Following Mandy’s unexpected passing in 2017, her work has continued under the care of a dedicated board of trustees. Today, Easterleigh Animal Sanctuary remains committed to rescuing, caring for, and rehoming animals in need, made possible through the support of volunteers and the wider community.

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English Springer Rescue logo - UK dog rescue charity
Northwich, Cheshire

English Springer Rescue

Charity No.1076924
Dogs Available10

North West English Springer Spaniel Rescue (NWESSR) is a registered charity with over 30 years’ experience dedicated to helping English Springer Spaniels in need. Over the decades, the charity has found loving homes for hundreds of Springers who have become homeless for reasons including bereavement, illness, financial hardship, abandonment, or cruelty and neglect. NWESSR takes great care in assessing each dog and matching them with suitable, experienced homes, particularly for dogs who have suffered trauma or whose needs require extra understanding. Recognised by The Kennel Club and listed in the Kennel Club Rescue Directory, the charity works tirelessly to reunite dogs with families where possible or find them new forever homes. Through careful rehoming and ongoing commitment, NWESSR continues to support Springers and the people who adopt them.

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Erin Hounds logo - UK dog rescue charity
Macclesfield, Cheshire

Erin Hounds

Charity No.1148768
Dogs Available7

Erin Hounds is a registered charity founded in 2008 to rescue, rehabilitate, and responsibly rehome Irish sighthounds in need, while raising awareness of sighthound welfare issues in Ireland. Run entirely by knowledgeable and passionate volunteers, the charity supports greyhounds, lurchers, salukis, and other sighthounds affected by overbreeding, irresponsible ownership, and lack of welfare enforcement in the Republic of Ireland. Erin Hounds works closely with rescuers on the ground near Galway and a dedicated volunteer team in the UK, primarily based in Cheshire. Many of the dogs helped include ex-racing greyhounds, hare coursers, discarded breeding bitches, and abandoned or stray lurchers. By finding loving homes outside Ireland, Erin Hounds offers these dogs a genuine second chance at a safe and happy life.

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German Shepherd Dog Rescue logo - UK dog rescue charity
UK

German Shepherd Dog Rescue

Charity No.1141122
Dogs Available54

German Shepherd Dog Rescue (GSDR) is a volunteer-run charity founded in 2001 and granted charitable status in 2011, dedicated to rescuing, fostering, and rehoming German Shepherd Dogs and related large shepherd breeds. Operating across England and Wales, the organisation carefully assesses each dog and matches them to suitable adopters, providing ongoing advice and support to ensure lasting placements. Without its own kennels, GSDR relies on foster homes and boarding facilities, with kennelling costs forming its largest expense. Rehoming 200–300 dogs each year, the charity aims to establish its own dedicated facility to better support urgent and complex cases.

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German Shepherd Rescue Elite logo - UK dog rescue charity

German Shepherd Rescue Elite

Charity No.1150928
Dogs Available68

German Shepherd Rescue Elite was established to support unwanted, abandoned, and neglected German Shepherds, while also educating the public about the responsibilities of owning large working-breed dogs. The charity focuses not only on rescue and rehoming, but on prevention—offering advice and guidance to help reduce the number of dogs entering rescue in the future. GSRE works tirelessly to ensure dogs are microchipped, vaccinated, and neutered, with dedicated follow-up support where needed. Supported by a passionate volunteer network, the charity also assists Belgian Shepherd Malinois and Dutch Shepherds, breeds whose complex needs are often misunderstood. As a full member of the Association of Dogs and Cats Homes (ADCH) and the EU Dog and Cat Alliance, GSRE is committed to collaboration and the highest standards of animal welfare.

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The North West is a diverse region for rescue dog adoption, combining major cities with countryside and coastal areas. Dogs rehomed here are often matched carefully to suit busy households, families or more rural lifestyles. Many rescues across the region work with dogs from challenging backgrounds, focusing on rehabilitation before rehoming. Adopting within the North West helps give dogs the opportunity to settle into supportive, long-term homes.