Special needs rescue dogs for adoption and rehoming in and around Barnsley
There are 6 special needs dogs looking for a new home in and around Barnsley right now, listed by Thornberry Animal Sanctuary, Greenleaf Animal Rescue, Helping Yorkshire Poundies, Jerry Green Dog Rescue and Yorkshire Rose Dog Rescue. These are dogs whose rescue has noted a health condition or care need; each profile explains it.
All 6 are with rescues reachable from Barnsley, in places such as Catcliffe, Cleckheaton and North Anston. Each card shows the town and how far it is.
By listed age: 1 puppy and 5 adults. By size, as the rescues list them: 1 small and 1 large.
Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.
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Sheila
10 months • Female • Crossbreed
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4 years • Male • Bedlington x Jrt
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2 years • Male • American Pocket Bulldog
Special needs dogs near Barnsley right now
6 special needs dogs are listed in or around Barnsley today, with 5 rescues. By age: 1 puppy and 5 adult dogs. 2 are male and 4 female. The newest was added on 4 November 2026.
- Thornberry Animal Sanctuary at North Anston, about 17 miles away: 2 special needs dogs
- Helping Yorkshire Poundies near Rotherham, about 12 miles away: 1 special needs dog
- Yorkshire Rose Dog Rescue at Cleckheaton, about 15 miles away: 1 special needs dog
- Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Blidworth, about 35 miles away: 1 special needs dog
- Greenleaf Animal Rescue at West Yorkshire: 1 special needs dog
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How many special needs dogs are available for adoption in Barnsley?
As of 8 November 2026, 6 special needs dogs are listed for adoption in and around Barnsley on LocalPetFinder, from Thornberry Animal Sanctuary, Greenleaf Animal Rescue, Helping Yorkshire Poundies, Jerry Green Dog Rescue and Yorkshire Rose Dog Rescue. All are with rescues reachable from Barnsley, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near Barnsley have special needs dogs right now, and how old are they?
As of 8 November 2026, Thornberry Animal Sanctuary (at North Anston, about 17 miles away): 2, Helping Yorkshire Poundies (near Rotherham, about 12 miles away): 1, Yorkshire Rose Dog Rescue (at Cleckheaton, about 15 miles away): 1, Jerry Green Dog Rescue (at Blidworth, about 35 miles away): 1 and Greenleaf Animal Rescue (at West Yorkshire): 1. By age, that is 1 puppy and 5 adult dogs. The newest was added on 4 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.
How much does it cost to adopt a special needs dog in Barnsley?
The special needs dogs listed in and around Barnsley today are with Thornberry Animal Sanctuary at North Anston, about 17 miles away (2), Helping Yorkshire Poundies near Rotherham, about 12 miles away (1), Yorkshire Rose Dog Rescue at Cleckheaton, about 15 miles away (1) and 2 other rescues; each profile shows that rescue's fee. Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Dogs Trust charges £300 for a puppy or adult dog in England, Wales and Scotland, and Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over and £335 for dogs aged 1 to 7. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.
Is there a special needs dog rescue near me in Barnsley?
As of 8 November 2026, the special needs dogs listed in and around Barnsley are with Thornberry Animal Sanctuary at North Anston, about 17 miles away (2), Helping Yorkshire Poundies near Rotherham, about 12 miles away (1), Yorkshire Rose Dog Rescue at Cleckheaton, about 15 miles away (1), Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Blidworth, about 35 miles away (1) and 1 other rescue. The nearest to Barnsley is Helping Yorkshire Poundies near Rotherham, about 12 miles away. You can also see special needs dogs across South Yorkshire. To see what is closest to you, search by postcode with the pet finder on our home page. To hear when one is listed, set up an email alert on this page.
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