Adopt a Rescue Dog in Shropshire

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Lana, a 1 year old female Brittany X available for adoption from Save Our Spaniels in ShropshireShropshire

Save Our Spaniels

Lana

SexFemale
Age1 year
BreedBrittany X

LANA is in foster in Shifnal, Shropshire and now ready for her forever. A breton cross found in a field (dumped?) in Spain. She is curious about everything,...

Barney, a 3 years old male Akita X available for adoption from Birch Hill Dog Rescue in ShropshireShropshire

Birch Hill Dog Rescue

Barney

SexMale
Age3 years
BreedAkita X

Barney came into our care from the pound. He is a very sweet and friendly boy who likes a fuss. Barney’s very inquisitive and spends most of his time in his...

Marshall, a 8 years old male German Shepherd X available for adoption from Dogs Trust in ShropshireShropshire

Dogs Trust

Marshall

SexMale
Age8 years
BreedGerman Shepherd X

Marshall can live with another dog and older primary school-aged children. He can be left for short periods, but he’d much rather be with his people for most...

Splash, a 3 years old female Border Collie X available for adoption from Dogs Trust in ShropshireShropshire

Dogs Trust

Splash

SexFemale
Age3 years
BreedBorder Collie X

Splash is a clever 3-year-old Collie looking for a home where she can be the only pet. She would benefit from having some friendly doggy walking companions to...

Olive, a 5 years old female Cocker Spaniel available for adoption from Dogs Trust in ShropshireShropshire

Dogs Trust

Olive

SexFemale
Age5 years
BreedCocker Spaniel

Olive is a five-year-old Cocker Spaniel who’s full of character! Whether she’s sniffing out something interesting or proudly parading around with a favourite...

Titan, a 8 years old male Alaskan Malamute available for adoption from Saints Sled Dog Rescue in ShropshireShropshire

Saints Sled Dog Rescue

Titan

SexMale
Age8 years
BreedAlaskan Malamute

Titan is a loving boy looking for a forever home. He is a typical Malamute and can be strong willed from time to time. He would suit a family both new to the...

Bane, a 4 years old male Belgian Malinois available for adoption from Birch Hill Dog Rescue in ShropshireShropshire

Birch Hill Dog Rescue

Bane

SexMale
Age4 years
BreedBelgian Malinois

Bane came into our care from a home environment. He is a very intelligent and sensitive boy who requires special handling, but he’s in a happy routine here...

Tk, a 4 years old male Bulldog available for adoption from Birch Hill Dog Rescue in ShropshireShropshire

Birch Hill Dog Rescue

Tk

SexMale
Age4 years
BreedBulldog

TK came into our care from a home. He is a very comical boy who can be very stubborn indeed when he wants to be. He walks well with other dogs and he used to...

Jenny, a 3 years old female Lurcher X available for adoption from Dogs Trust in ShropshireShropshire

Dogs Trust

Jenny

SexFemale
Age3 years
BreedLurcher X

At 3 years old, Jenny is a lovely Lurcher crossbreed looking for a calm home. She is an affectionate girl who enjoys spending time with her people and would...

Cookie, a 2 years old male Lurcher available for adoption from Dogs Trust in ShropshireShropshire

Dogs Trust

Cookie

SexMale
Age2 years
BreedLurcher

Cookie is a super sweet 2-year-old Lurcher looking for patient, confident owners who can help him continue building his confidence around other dogs. Due to...

Hedwig, a 9 years old female Patterdale Terrier available for adoption from Dogs Trust in ShropshireShropshire

Dogs Trust

Hedwig

SexFemale
Age9 years
BreedPatterdale Terrier

Hedwig is a wonderful nine-year-old Patterdale Terrier with a big personality and an even bigger heart. Friendly, affectionate, and full of charm, she loves...

Swift, a 2 years old male Greyhound available for adoption from Greyhound Trust in ShropshireShropshire

Greyhound Trust

Swift

SexMale
Age2 years
BreedGreyhound

Meet Swift, racing name Swift Arson, who is just 2 1/2 years old (DOB 09/01/2024). Swift ended his racing career with an injury which he is now fully recovered...

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County

Shropshire

Shropshire’s largely rural landscape and market towns make it an appealing county for rescue dog adoption. Dogs rehomed here are often suited to homes offering outdoor space, regular walks and a steady routine. Many rescues in the area focus on matching dogs to lifestyle rather than speed, particularly for dogs coming from difficult backgrounds. Adopting locally helps ensure dogs find secure, lasting homes.

Dog Rescue Charities in Shropshire

Available dogs: 11
Birch Hill Dog Rescue logo - UK dog rescue charityCleobury Mortimer, Shropshire

Birch Hill Dog Rescue

Charity No.1136306

Birch Hill Dog Rescue is a registered dog rescue charity nestled in the South Shropshire hills near Cleobury Mortimer. What began in 1989 as a quiet countryside kennel turned to rescue in the mid-1990s, and since 1996 Birch Hill has been giving unwanted and stray dogs a second chance. The rescue cares for up to 24 dogs at a time, pairing happy hounds with forever families and offering lifelong care to those who can't be rehomed.

Available dogs: 16
Dogs Trust logo - UK dog rescue charityUK

Dogs Trust

Charity No.1167663

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.

Available dogs: 1
Save Our Spaniels logo - UK dog rescue charityGrantham, Lincolnshire

Save Our Spaniels

Charity No.1173875

Save Our Spaniels is a UK-registered charity (No. 1173875) dedicated to rescuing spaniels and bretons (Brittanys) from abandonment, perreras and shelters worldwide, as well as helping UK dogs whose owners’ circumstances have changed. Founded in 2015, the rescue is run by a small team of passionate volunteers, with support across the UK and Spain. All dogs are placed into UK foster homes for assessment before being advertised for adoption, ensuring careful and suitable placements. Supported by a network of fosterers, transporters, home checkers and adopters, Save Our Spaniels works tirelessly to give these deserving dogs a second chance in loving UK homes.

FAQ

How can I find a rescue dog near me?

We've found 32 dogs looking for a home in Shropshire from 5 charities. Use the filter options at the top of the page to find the right dog for you. Don't forget about the many international dogs looking for homes in the UK too.

How do I adopt a dog in Shropshire?

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.

Can I adopt a puppy in Shropshire?

We can't find any puppies in Shropshire at the moment, but new dogs are added daily so be sure to check back soon.