South Yorkshire’s mix of urban centres and nearby green spaces means rescue dogs are often matched carefully to suit city-based lifestyles. Many dogs adopted here benefit from structured routines, access to parks, and adopters committed to training and enrichment. Local rescues work closely with adopters to ensure dogs can cope comfortably with their environment. Adopting locally supports responsible rehoming across the county.

Dogs Available in South Yorkshire

37 dogs available
Adult, a Unknown old female Greater Swiss Mountain Dog available for adoption from Rain Rescue in South Yorkshire

Rain Rescue

Adult

South Yorkshire
SexFemale
AgeUnknown
BreedGreater Swiss Mountain Dog

PLEASE NOTE – The dogs pictured are for advertising purposes only and are not available for adoption.This enquiry form is for people interested in dogs who are not currently advertised, or if you are not looking for a specific dog but would like to be considered for one of the dogs in our care.Once you have submitted your application and it has been reviewed by our Kennel Team, you may be added to our dog waiting list.Adult dog adoption fees range between £260 and £400, depending on the dog.

Alfie, a 5 years old male Mastiff available for adoption from HYPS - Helping Yorkshire Poundies in South Yorkshire

HYPS - Helping Yorkshire Poundies

Alfie

South Yorkshire
SexMale
Age5 years
BreedMastiff

Gentle, sweet Alfie is a 2.5 yr old Mastiff cross and is such a special boy. He has been an absolute dream since arriving with us from a stray kennels – everyone who meets him instantly falls in love with him. He is so soft, a little shy at first and just wants to be close to someone – he melts into you for a cuddle. Alfie is very easy on the lead and just plods along walking very nicely on slack leads. He has been fine around other dogs and could potentially live with a friendly neutered female dog. He is not cat tested. Alfie is now clean in his kennel, he is non destructive and loves to snuggle up in his bed. He also travels well. He really is a star. Alfie arrived with us very underweight, but has gained 5kg already and looks much better – he still has a little way to go but he LOVES his food so we are having to be careful to not overfeed! His health check at our vets was all fine with no concerns. Size wise, he is currently 35kg, and should be nearer 40kg, so he is a large breed, but not a huge boy – we think he’s a perfect size! Alfie is just amazing and couldn’t be more deserving of finding a loving forever home.** PLEASE FILL IN A PRE ADOPTION FORM IF YOU CAN OFFER ALFIE HIS FOREVER HOME **

Arthur, a 5 years old male French Bulldog available for adoption from Rain Rescue in South Yorkshire

Rain Rescue

Arthur

South Yorkshire
SexMale
Age5 years
BreedFrench Bulldog

Hello… I’m ArthurI’m a 5-year-old French Bulldog and, if I’m honest, I’m a total softy. I love people more than anything and my favourite place to be is right by your side — or even better… on your lap!I’m a giddy, happy chap who really enjoys being the centre of attention. Fuss, cuddles, compliments about how handsome I am? Yes please! With my big bat ears and sweet face, I’ve been told I’m quite the charmer — and I’m not afraid to use it.I’d really love a home where someone is around most of the time, because I adore company and being part of everyday life. I’ll happily follow you from room to room just to make sure I’m not missing out on anything. Wherever you are, that’s where I want to be.The humans here are still getting to know me, but they do know I’ve lived with other dogs before. They’ll be doing a bit more dog testing when we’re out and about to see who I might get along with best, and they’ll update everyone as they learn more. I’ve also lived with children before and could suit a family home — especially one where someone will play with me and keep me entertained.Cats, though? Not really my thing. I tend to bark at them, so a cat-free home would suit me best.If you’re looking for a loving, affectionate little shadow who will shower you with devotion and keep a smile on your face, I think we could be perfect for each other.Adoption fee: £350.

Atlas, a 4 years old male Staffordshire Bull Terrier available for adoption from The Cliffe Kennels in South Yorkshire

The Cliffe Kennels

Atlas

South Yorkshire
SexMale
Age4 years
BreedStaffordshire Bull Terrier

Height 55cm.Really friendly boy who loves to say hello to everyone is looking for a new home.Is interested in other dogs when off lead and happily walks on his lead beside them.He does need further training as does pull quite a bit and is quite strong.We would prefer children over 14 yrs or adult only due to his size and jumping up.Essentials for his new home are a secure garden, someone with the experience to train him where needed and to be able to show him lots of affection. Children over 14 or adult only.

Baileys, a 5 years old female Crossbreed available for adoption from Rain Rescue in South Yorkshire

Rain Rescue

Baileys

South Yorkshire
SexFemale
Age5 years
BreedCrossbreed

Hi, I’m Baileys!I’m a 5-year-old Lurcher cross and, if I’m being honest, a bit of a big softy. My absolute favourite thing in the world is attention from my humans. If you enjoy cuddles, fuss, and a dog who will happily soak up all the love you can give, then we might just be perfect for each other.I’m a very people-loving girl and enjoy being around my humans as much as possible. Because of this, I could happily live with a family, especially one with children over the age of 5. I can get a little giddy when I’m excited, but that’s only because I’m so happy to see everyone!While I adore people, I do prefer to be the only pet in the home. Other dogs and cats aren’t really my thing, so I’d love a pet-free home where I can have all the love and attention to myself.I’m looking for an understanding family who will help guide me through life and continue working with me on my training, especially when we’re out on walks. With the right support and a bit of patience, I know I can be the very best companion.I’m also one of Rains’ Spotlight Animals, which means my adoption fee is currently half price to help me find my forever home a little quicker.In return, I promise lots of cuddles, plenty of affection, and a loyal friend who will always be happy to see you.Could you be my forever home?Love from Baileys xMy adoption fee is £175.

Bear, a 4 years old male Lhasa Apso x Cockapoo available for adoption from Rain Rescue in South Yorkshire

Rain Rescue

Bear

South Yorkshire
SexMale
Age4 years
BreedLhasa Apso x Cockapoo

Hi there! My name is Bear, and I’m a 4-year-old Lhasa Apso x Cockapoo… but most people just say I’m a very cute fluffy boy (and I’m not going to argue with that!).I’m here looking for my forever home, and I’m hoping it might be with you. Let me tell you a little bit about myself!First things first… I LOVE attention. If you’ve got hands for fuss, cuddles, and head scratches, we’re going to get along just fine. I’m also a bit of a kissing expert and like to give lots of little kisses to the humans who look after me. It’s my way of saying thank you for loving me!I’m also a good boy out on walks. I enjoy getting out and exploring the world, and I don’t pull too much on the lead, which makes walkies nice and relaxed for both of us. Fresh air, sniffing adventures, and spending time with my humans are some of my favourite things.In my previous home I lived with a female dog, so it’s possible I could live with another dog again after some careful introductions. The people looking after me are still learning more about me, so they’ll update my profile once I’ve had a proper dog test.One thing I do know about myself is that cats aren’t really my thing… I like to bark at them, so a cat-free home would be best for me.I’ve also lived with children before, so I could be happy in a family home. That said, I could also suit a quieter household too. Sometimes I can be a little bit giddy and a little bit anxious, so I’m really looking for a loving, patient family who will help me feel safe and settled while I find my paws again.What I promise in return is lots of love, lots of kisses, and a very loyal little companion who will always be happy to see you.If you think you might have the perfect sofa, plenty of cuddles, and a forever home for a little bear like me, I’d love to meet you.My adoption fee is £350.Love and tail wags,Bear

Cassie, a 8 months old female Lurcher available for adoption from The Cliffe Kennels in South Yorkshire

The Cliffe Kennels

Cassie

South Yorkshire
SexFemale
Age8 months
BreedLurcher

Height 53cmStunning girl who initially was a little shy but her confidence is growing daily is now looking for a new family with the time and patience to not only help her confidence but also her training.She can be a little unsure with other dogs off the lead, she will bark at them to come to her but is unsure when they do. This is purely because she needs to gain some confidenceOn the lead she pulls to get to them and wants to play.Full training is needed including lead walking.She does jump up so again this needs work.Loves her food and treats.With toys she will play tug with you and now enjoys playing with toys on her own.Loves to climb on your knee.This young dog needs a confident but calm home where she can learn all the things she needs to.

Coco, a 5 years old female Bulldog X Staffordshire Bull Terrier available for adoption from HYPS - Helping Yorkshire Poundies in South Yorkshire

HYPS - Helping Yorkshire Poundies

Coco

South Yorkshire
SexFemale
Age5 years
BreedBulldog X Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Little miss Coco is a gorgeous short legged Pocket Bully who is approx 4-5 yrs old. She is a proper little character and personality wise we would describe her as being a mix of Bulldog and Staffy personalities – giddy, loving and excitable but also quite low energy – dare we say a bit lazy, a bit sassy and stubborn and very loyal! She is an angel in her kennel – totally clean, quiet and often found on her back in her bed snoring away! She would be fine being left for 4-5 hr periods – as long as she has a comfy bed she’ll be happy. She is not a girl who needs or wants a lot of exercise – she will walk nicely on her lead, but hasn’t been used to walks in her previous home, so it’s all new for her and she can get a bit spooked and worried by certain things (such as loud traffic), and will stop walking/want to get back ‘home’, so she needs her walking areas to be nice and quiet and would not suit an active home who want to do lots of walking. She’ll also need access to a secure, private garden. Coco LOVES her toys – she gets super excited for cuddly toys and will wiggle around with a teddy in her mouth (and then destuff it after haha!). Coco needs a quiet, pet free home and would be best with older children. She needs a home who know and love bully breeds and can give her all the love, cuddles, teddys and TLC that she really deserves.** PLEASE FILL IN A PRE ADOPTION FORM IF YOU CAN OFFER COCO HER FOREVER HOME **

Cookie, a 8 years old female Staffordshire Bull Terrier available for adoption from HYPS - Helping Yorkshire Poundies in South Yorkshire

HYPS - Helping Yorkshire Poundies

Cookie

South Yorkshire
SexFemale
Age8 years
BreedStaffordshire Bull Terrier

Tiny Staffy Cookie is 8 years young and absolutely adorable – who doesn’t love a Brindle Staffy?! She is 14kg in weight, so is a small Staffy. Cookie is a little ‘pocket rocket’ and is still very fit and well. She needs her exercise, and is not at all slowing down – on her walks she’ll find the biggest stick she can to carry – typical Staffy! Cookie loves people, and is quite an anxious little girl who does get upset when she’s not with people, so needs a home where she will not be left alone for very long, and she does need free run of the house and to be allowed to sleep in the bedroom overnight. She is fully housetrained. Cookie is a ‘chatterbox’ and is vocal when she’s excited – for eg when she’s getting ready to go out for a walk, and she doesn’t like to stay still for long on her walks so will tell you so!! She has previously lived with cats, and another dog, so we would consider a home for her with another well matched dog, and confident cats. She would be best in a quieter home with older children upwards. We would love to find Cookie a 5* Staffy experienced home who have the time to give her to help her settle.** PLEASE FILL IN A PRE ADOPTION FORM IF YOU CAN OFFER COOKIE THE STAFFY LOVING FOREVER HOME SHE NEEDS **

Daisy, a 3 years old female German Shepherd available for adoption from The Cliffe Kennels in South Yorkshire

The Cliffe Kennels

Daisy

South Yorkshire
SexFemale
Age3 years
BreedGerman Shepherd

Our friendly and energetic Daisy is looking for an active and experienced new home.With other dogs she is very keen to play and say hello. Lots of playtime bowing to encourage them to play.On her lead she will spin to get to the other dogs.She does need lead training as pulls. On a short lead with gentle verbal correction she can walk nicely.Knows sit command but doesnt appear to know anything else.Needs an active home with experienced owners able to work with her.We would prefer no children under 16 due to her energy levels.Will come for a fuss.She would be better as an only dog as we feel she would be difficult to work with if distracted by another dog.A secure garden is essential.

Dave, a 2 years old male Chihuahua available for adoption from Rotherham Dog Rescue in South Yorkshire

Rotherham Dog Rescue

Dave

South Yorkshire
SexMale
Age2 years
BreedChihuahua

Dave is a 2 year old Chihuahua crossbreed who is looking for a new home through no fault of his own. He is an energetic lad and can be quite independent so needs a home that understands the training needs to bond him with his new family. Dave can be quite vocal at first but does enjoy the company of other dogs so would thrive in a home with a calm dog. For his breed Dave is quite a large lad but he's definitely not a lap dog. This lovely boy is raring to join a family for fun outdoor adventures He could live with children aged 8 and above but could not live with cats.If you could offer Dave a new home, please request a pre adoption questionnaire by emailing rotherhamdogrescue2016@gmail.com

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