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.

Dogs Available in North West

374 dogs available
Alaska, a 6 years old female Siberian Husky available for adoption from Dogs Trust in Greater Manchester

Dogs Trust

Alaska

Greater Manchester
SexFemale
Age6 years
BreedSiberian Husky

Are you right for Alaska?Alaska would thrive in a loving home with secondary‑school‑aged children or older, where she can enjoy being the only dog and have her own space to relax; she’ll do brilliantly with a family who appreciate Husky traits & can offer her a secure private garden to explore. She can't live with cats but could live with small pets if kept separately from her.Is Alaska right for you?Alaska is a bright, affectionate 6‑year‑old Husky with a friendly, people‑loving nature who enjoys exploring on her walks, happily accepts handling and grooming, loves fuss on her own terms, shows no reaction to traffic, and brings an enthusiastic, curious energy to everything she does, making her a lovely companion for someone who appreciates her gentle temperament and adventurous spirit.

Albie, a 7 years old male Dachshund available for adoption from Dogs Trust in Greater Manchester

Dogs Trust

Albie

Greater Manchester
SexMale
Age7 years
BreedDachshund

Are you right for Albie?Albie would be best suited to a calm, quiet home where he can relax and feel safe to let his personality shine with time. Albie is looking for a home where any children are sensible, calm and of upper secondary ages. Albie has a history of being worried by children generally so would not suit a home with any younger visiting children. He isn't overly social when it comes to other dogs, much preferring the company of his human friends. Typical of his breed, Albie can be reactive towards smaller animals and cats, he would therefore like to be the only pet in the home. Albie would be best suited to a home with access to a private garden but homes without a garden may be considered in quieter areas. Albie can be shy of new people initially so would like a home where he has the ability to be separated, taking himself away to settle if he feels overwhelmed. Albie is up for rehoming through our homestay scheme meaning he is staying in the comforts of his own home whilst we find a home for him, he therefore is not based at the rehoming centre.Is Albie right for you?Introducing Albie, he's a 7 year old Dachshund seeking a home where he can settle his paws. Albie loves the quiet life, enjoying gentle strolls and snoozing the afternoon away under his blanket. He can be a sensitive soul, taking a little time to warm up to new people and being worried by loud noises, but he shows his cheeky side when his favourite squeaky toys come out! Albie is used to being left alone for longer periods so wouldn't mind doing so again once he is settled into his new home, he doesn't mind heading off for a trip in the car either.

Alex, a 7 years old male Unknown available for adoption from PawPrints To Freedom in Cheshire

PawPrints To Freedom

Alex

Cheshire
SexMale
Age7 years
BreedUnknown

Alex and Delilah are a sweet 7-year-old pair who are ready to find a place to truly call home. After many years together in a home, they unexpectedly found themselves starting over—but they haven’t lost their loving spirits.With time, patience, and plenty of care, they’ve begun to blossom again. They adore their walks, enjoy playing side by side, and have formed a strong, comforting bond with each other. Watching their confidence return has been something really special. • An adult-only household (or older, understanding children)• Someone kind and patient who will let them settle at their own paceThis lovely pair are just waiting for someone to give them the second chance they deserve—a home where they can feel safe, loved, and never have to start over again.

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

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

Amelia, a Unknown old female Unknown available for adoption from Saving Saints Rescue in Lancashire

Saving Saints Rescue

Amelia

Lancashire
SexFemale
AgeUnknown
BreedUnknown

Gorgeous Amelia has been waiting THREE YEARS to be chosen ! We can't quite understand why./Found abandoned as a pup on the mountains of Greece, Amelia came to the UK 4 years ago and lived happily in what she hoped was her forever home, until her family gave her up due to a new baby.She has now been in foster for nearly three years. She is loved, happy and has made huge strides but can't stay where she is forever and needs a family of her own. A shy girl at first, Amelia needs someone who will give her a bit of space to work things out but is SUPER affectionate when she trusts you. Her favourite trick is sitting on her bottom with paws up waiting for a treat.When she first arrived in foster, Amelia's anxiety made her dog-reactive but this clever girl has turned things around! Thanks to the commitment, patience and love, of her foster family, Amelia now happily walks past other dogs on a walk and could, with careful integrataion, learn to live with another dog. She would probably do best in an adults only home.Amelia looks super cute in a birthday hat but we don't want her to celebrate a THIRD year without a forever family! Please contact us if you are interested in helping Amelia .

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 over the age of 14. 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.

Annie, a 2 years old female Greyhound available for adoption from Northern Greyhound Rescue in Lancashire

Northern Greyhound Rescue

Annie

Lancashire
SexFemale
Age2 years
BreedGreyhound

Annie , racing name Blue Bailey is a two year old female Greyhound. She came to us after finishing racing to find her forever home .Annie is currently in foster with a male Lurcher and is looking for her forever home. She is incredibly affectionate and would be happy as an only dog or with another Greyhound.She is spayed, microchipped, vaccinated and flead and wormed and can be homed both locally and nationally dependent on a successful homecheck.

Arnold, a Unknown old male Crossbreed available for adoption from Homeless Hounds in Lancashire

Homeless Hounds

Arnold

Lancashire
SexMale
AgeUnknown
BreedCrossbreed

Arnold has spent time away from the kennels and this is what his fosterer has to say about him:Arnold is a young handsome big lad who loves nothing more than snuggling up to his humans. He sometimes forgets his size and sees himself as a lapdog trying to sit on your knee. Arnold is a big boisterous vocal boy who loves to play with his toys. He sometimes forgets his manners when he meets new people and will jump up. He definitely needs to be the only pet in the home.Arnold is very loyal to his humans. He is house trained and can be left for up to 4-5 hours home alone. During that time he snoozes and chills out. Arnold loves a car ride and travels well. Arnold enjoys his walks – he shows reactivity on the lead and requires continued training help with this.Arnold is a lovable character who would best suit an adult only pet free home.

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