Boxer Rescue Dogs & Puppies for Adoption in and around Bolton
There are 2 Boxers looking for a new home in and around Bolton right now, listed by Carla Lane Animals in Need and Manchester & Cheshire Dogs' Home. Includes Boxer crosses.
All 2 are with rescues reachable from Bolton, in places such as Warrington and Melling. Each card shows the town and how far it is.
Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.
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Boxers near Bolton right now
2 Boxers are listed in or around Bolton today, with 2 rescues. 1 is male and 1 female. The newest was added on 4 November 2026.
- Manchester & Cheshire Dogs' Home at Warrington, about 15 miles away: 1 Boxer
- Carla Lane Animals in Need at Melling, about 21 miles away: 1 Boxer
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About Boxers
| Breed group | Working |
|---|---|
| Size | Large |
| Weight (breed standard) | Dogs about 30 to 32 kg, bitches about 25 to 27 kg |
| Exercise | More than 2 hours a day |
| Size of home | Large house with a large garden |
| Grooming | Once a week |
| Coat | Short (sheds) |
| Lifespan | Over 10 years |
What Boxers are like to live with
The Boxer is a German breed, descended from the Bullenbeisser and thought to have been crossed with the Bulldog. The Royal Kennel Club sums it up as "lively, strong and family-orientated", and says it is "much loved as a family companion for his intelligence and character". The same page notes the breed is an excellent guard dog and has worked as a tracking dog and in the armed forces.
Sources (checked 30 September 2026)
- The Royal Kennel Club: Boxer (Weight from the breed standard. All in sources.)
Read the full Boxer guide: health, temperament, costs and UK law →
Breed descriptions are general. Every rescue animal is an individual, so the rescue's own assessment of the animal comes first.
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Boxers in Bolton: your questions
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How many rescue Boxers are available for adoption in Bolton?
As of 7 November 2026, 2 Boxers are listed for adoption in and around Bolton on LocalPetFinder, from Carla Lane Animals in Need and Manchester & Cheshire Dogs' Home. All are with rescues reachable from Bolton, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near Bolton have Boxers right now, and how old are they?
As of 7 November 2026, Manchester & Cheshire Dogs' Home (at Warrington, about 15 miles away): 1 and Carla Lane Animals in Need (at Melling, about 21 miles away): 1. The newest was added on 4 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.
Where can I adopt a Boxer in Bolton?
With the rescue that has the dog. Today the Boxers on this page are with Carla Lane Animals in Need (1) and Manchester & Cheshire Dogs' Home (1). Open a profile and apply to that rescue: each one runs its own application, home check and adoption fee. We don't rehome animals ourselves.
How much exercise does a Boxer need?
More than two hours a day, according to The Royal Kennel Club. It lists the Boxer as a large breed best suited to a large house with a large garden. Dogs Trust says Boxers are at higher risk of heat stroke, so take care with exercise on warm days.
Are Boxers good family dogs?
The Royal Kennel Club describes the Boxer as "much loved as a family companion", but every rescue dog is an individual. Ask the rescue whether this dog has lived with children and what kind of home they think suits it; their assessment matters more than the breed.
Are Boxers good with children?
It depends on the dog, not the breed. Today the rescues mark 1 of the 2 Boxers listed in and around Bolton as able to live with children. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue what age of children the dog could live with.
How much does it cost to adopt a Boxer in Bolton?
The Boxers listed in and around Bolton today are with Manchester & Cheshire Dogs' Home at Warrington, about 15 miles away (1) and Carla Lane Animals in Need at Melling, about 21 miles away (1); 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.
Are there Boxer puppies for sale in Bolton?
No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Boxer on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 2 Boxers listed in and around Bolton today are with Manchester & Cheshire Dogs' Home at Warrington, about 15 miles away (1) and Carla Lane Animals in Need at Melling, about 21 miles away (1), and each rescue shows its own fee on the profile. For comparison, Dogs Trust £300, and Blue Cross puppies under six months start from £525. If you searched "boxer puppies for sale Bolton", the Boxers here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price. 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 Boxer to a good home in Bolton, or one under £500?
Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 2 Boxers listed in and around Bolton today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; the nearest rescue is Manchester & Cheshire Dogs' Home at Warrington, about 15 miles away. Many rescue fees are under £500: Dogs Trust charges £300, and Blue Cross from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over. An animal offered "free to a 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.
Are there Boxer puppies for adoption in Bolton?
Not right now: none of the 2 listed in and around Bolton is under a year old by its listed age. Puppies do get listed, so check back or look at the adults, whose rescues can tell you much more about their character.
Are there older Boxers for adoption in Bolton?
Not right now: none of the 2 listed in and around Bolton is aged 7 or over by its listed age. Older Boxers do come into rescue, so check back. Some rescues charge less for older dogs: Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over.
Is there a Boxer rescue near me in Bolton?
As of 7 November 2026, the Boxers listed in and around Bolton are with Manchester & Cheshire Dogs' Home at Warrington, about 15 miles away (1) and Carla Lane Animals in Need at Melling, about 21 miles away (1). The nearest to Bolton is Manchester & Cheshire Dogs' Home at Warrington, about 15 miles away. You can also see Boxers across Greater Manchester. 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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