Rescue lurchers for adoption and rehoming in Birmingham
No lurchers are listed for adoption or rehoming in Birmingham right now.
No lurchers in Birmingham right now
Rescues list new dogs all the time, so please check back. In the meantime, there are 8 lurchers with rescues nearby, shown below.
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Also near Birmingham
Lurchers with rescues outside Birmingham, within about 25 miles (3 towns). Each card shows the town the animal is in and the straight-line distance from the centre of Birmingham.
Klaus
1 year, 11 months • Male • Lurcher
Captain Porkchop
2 years, 11 months • Male • Lurcher
Ella
2 years, 10 months • Female • Lurcher Cross
About lurchers
What lurchers are like to live with
A lurcher is a type, not a breed. Dogs Trust describes it as a sighthound, such as a Greyhound, Whippet or Saluki, crossed with another breed such as a Collie or Terrier. Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home says lurchers "are not actually a recognised breed".
Because the mix varies, lurchers vary a lot in size, coat and character, depending on the breeds in the mix. The profile and the rescue are your best guide to what this dog is like.
Size and exercise
Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home says lurchers generally need moderate amounts of exercise and tend to prefer short bursts. It also notes they can have a high prey drive, which means they need plenty of exercise and stimulation. Ask the rescue whether this dog has good recall off the lead.
Grooming
Dogs Trust says how much a lurcher sheds depends on the length of its coat, but either way lurchers are relatively low maintenance and generally only need a weekly brush.
Health
Ask the rescue what vet checks the dog has had and whether any condition is known, and let your own vet advise after that.
Children, cats and other dogs
Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home says lurchers can have a high prey drive, and that their natural instincts can kick in when they see other animals running, though this isn't an issue for every lurcher. Blue Cross says lurchers are a cross between a greyhound or other sighthound and another breed, often a terrier or herding breed, and often share similar traits to greyhounds. Whether this dog can live with cats, small pets or children is something the rescue will have assessed, so go by what it says.
Sources (checked 29 September 2026)
- Dogs Trust: Lurcher
- Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home: Breed traits of lurchers and sighthounds
- Blue Cross: Why greyhounds and lurchers make great family pets (read in Chrome; the site blocks automated fetches)
Breed descriptions are general. Every rescue animal is an individual, so the rescue's own assessment of the animal comes first.
Lurchers in Birmingham: your questions
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How many rescue lurchers are available for adoption in Birmingham?
As of 30 September 2026, no lurchers are listed for adoption in Birmingham on LocalPetFinder. There are 8 lurchers with rescues within 25 miles, shown under "Also near Birmingham". Rescues add animals all the time, so this page fills as they list them.
What is a lurcher?
A lurcher is a sighthound, such as a Greyhound, Whippet or Saluki, crossed with another breed such as a Collie or Terrier, as Dogs Trust puts it. It is a type rather than a recognised breed, so lurchers vary in size and coat.
How much does it cost to adopt a lurcher in Birmingham?
Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months and £275 for a puppy under six months, 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.
Are there lurchers for sale in Birmingham?
No. We don't list animals for sale. Every lurcher on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre, and rescues rehome animals rather than selling them, usually for an adoption fee: for example, Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months and Dogs Trust £300. The fee usually goes towards vet work already done, such as neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations. In England, Lucy's Law has meant since 6 April 2020 that puppies under six months can't be sold by a third party such as a pet shop or dealer: you buy direct from the breeder or adopt from a rehoming centre.
Can I get a free lurcher in Birmingham, or one under £500?
Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Many rescue fees are under £500: Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months, Dogs Trust £300, and Blue Cross from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over. An animal offered "free to good home" is usually a private advert rather than a rescue. All dogs in the UK must be microchipped by 8 weeks old, and in England, Wales and Scotland a dog can't pass to a new keeper until it is chipped, so ask to see the microchip details.
Is there a lurcher rescue near me in Birmingham?
This page lists every lurcher with the rescues we list in Birmingham and the places within it. Because there are only a few here, we also show lurchers from rescues within 25 miles under "Also near Birmingham", each with its town and distance. You can also see lurchers across West Midlands. Email alerts for new listings are coming soon.
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