Bullmastiff rescue dogs and puppies for adoption and rehoming in the UK

Bullmastiffs and Bullmastiff crosses looking for new homes with rescues and rehoming centres across the UK, gathered in one place. Adult Bullmastiffs are usually large dogs, though crosses can vary.

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Honey, bullmastiff for adoption in CheltenhamNEW

Honey

1 year, 5 months • Female • Bullmastiff

Gianthigh energy
Can live with:ChildrenCats
Cheltenham Animal Shelter· Cheltenham
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Rocco, bullmastiff for adoption in MellingNEW

Rocco

7 years • Male • Bullmastiff

Giantlow energy
Carla Lane Animals in Need· Melling
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Kenzo, bullmastiff for adoption in Birmingham

Kenzo

2 years, 9 months • Male • Bullmastiff

Large
Birmingham Dogs Home· Birmingham
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Bullmastiffs across the UK right now

3 bullmastiffs are listed across the UK today, with 3 rescues. By age: 2 adult dogs and 1 older dog. 2 are male and 1 female. The newest was added on 4 November 2026.

  • Birmingham Dogs Home at Birmingham: 1 bullmastiff
  • Carla Lane Animals in Need at Melling: 1 bullmastiff
  • Cheltenham Animal Shelter at Cheltenham: 1 bullmastiff

Breed labels on rescue listings are often a best guess, and every dog is an individual. Read the profile, then ask the rescue about the dog’s history, what they can live with and the home they need.

Bullmastiff health and care

SizeLarge
ExerciseMore than 2 hours per day
GroomingOnce a week
Coat lengthShort
ShedsYes
LifespanUnder 10 years

Common Bullmastiff health concerns

Breed-associated conditions worth asking any rescue about before you adopt. A rescue dog's parents may not have been health tested, so ask the rescue what vet checks the dog has had.

Elbow dysplasia

The Royal Kennel Club asks Bullmastiff breeders to elbow grade their dogs under the BVA/KC Elbow Dysplasia Scheme before breeding.

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Bullmastiff →

Inherited eye conditions

The Royal Kennel Club asks Bullmastiff breeders to have their dogs eye tested under the BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme before breeding.

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Bullmastiff →

Hip dysplasia

The Royal Kennel Club asks Bullmastiff breeders to hip score their dogs under the BVA/KC Hip Dysplasia Scheme before breeding.

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Bullmastiff →

Points of concern for show judges

The Royal Kennel Club puts the Bullmastiff in Breed Watch Category 2 and asks show judges to look out for: eyelids not in normal contact with the eyeball, they are turned inwards or outwards; excessive skin on the head or body.

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Breed Watch, Bullmastiff →

Editorial summary for adopters, not medical advice. Ask the rescue about a specific dog's health, and speak to your vet for individual guidance.

Bullmastiffs in the UK: your questions

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How many rescue Bullmastiffs are available for adoption in the UK?

As of 8 November 2026, 3 Bullmastiffs are listed for adoption in the UK on LocalPetFinder, from Birmingham Dogs Home, Carla Lane Animals in Need and Cheltenham Animal Shelter. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

Which rescues across the UK have Bullmastiffs right now, and how old are they?

As of 8 November 2026, Birmingham Dogs Home (at Birmingham): 1, Carla Lane Animals in Need (at Melling): 1 and Cheltenham Animal Shelter (at Cheltenham): 1. By age, that is 2 adult dogs and 1 older dog. The newest was added on 4 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

Where can I adopt a Bullmastiff in the UK?

With the rescue that has the dog. Today the Bullmastiffs on this page are with Birmingham Dogs Home (1), Carla Lane Animals in Need (1) and Cheltenham Animal Shelter (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.

What size is a Bullmastiff?

Large, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Bullmastiff.

How long do Bullmastiffs live?

Under 10 years, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Bullmastiff.

How much exercise does a Bullmastiff need?

More than 2 hours per day, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Ask the rescue how much exercise this dog is used to. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Bullmastiff.

How much grooming does a Bullmastiff need?

Once a week, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Coat: short. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Bullmastiff.

Do Bullmastiffs shed?

Yes: The Royal Kennel Club lists the Bullmastiff as a breed that sheds. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Bullmastiff.

What health problems do Bullmastiffs have?

The Royal Kennel Club lists breeder health tests for elbow dysplasia, inherited eye conditions and hip dysplasia. A rescue dog's parents may not have been health tested, so ask the rescue what vet checks the dog has had. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Bullmastiff.

What health tests are there for the Bullmastiff?

The Royal Kennel Club asks Bullmastiff breeders to elbow grade their dogs under the BVA/KC Elbow Dysplasia Scheme before breeding. Inherited eye conditions: The Royal Kennel Club asks Bullmastiff breeders to have their dogs eye tested under the BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme before breeding. The Royal Kennel Club asks Bullmastiff breeders to hip score their dogs under the BVA/KC Hip Dysplasia Scheme before breeding. Ask the rescue whether it knows of any test results for the dog or its parents. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Bullmastiff.

Is the Bullmastiff on The Royal Kennel Club's Breed Watch?

Yes. The Royal Kennel Club puts the Bullmastiff in Breed Watch Category 2 and asks show judges to look out for: eyelids not in normal contact with the eyeball, they are turned inwards or outwards; excessive skin on the head or body. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Breed Watch, Bullmastiff.

Are Bullmastiffs good with children?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. Today the rescues mark 1 of the 3 Bullmastiffs listed in the UK as able to live with children. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue what age of children the dog could live with.

Are Bullmastiffs good with cats?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. Today the rescues mark 1 of the 3 Bullmastiffs listed in the UK as able to live with cats. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue.

Are Bullmastiffs good with other dogs?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. None of the 3 Bullmastiffs listed in the UK is marked by its rescue as able to live with other dogs today. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue.

How much does it cost to adopt a Bullmastiff in the UK?

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 Bullmastiff puppies for sale in the UK?

No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Bullmastiff on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. Rescues rehome animals rather than selling them, usually for an adoption fee: for example, Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months and £275 for a puppy under six months, and Dogs Trust £300. The fee usually goes towards vet work already done, such as neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations. If you searched "bullmastiff puppies for sale", the Bullmastiffs here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price.

Where can I buy a Bullmastiff, and should I?

Not here: we only list dogs with rescues, so every Bullmastiff on this page is adopted for the rescue's fee, which usually covers vet work already done. Whether to buy is your choice. Adopting means the rescue can tell you what it knows about the dog's history and health before you apply. If you decide to buy, Dogs Trust's breed guides suggest talking to your vet first: they say some practices offer pre-purchase consultations on likely health conditions and rough costs.

Can I get a free Bullmastiff to a good home in the UK, 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 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 Bullmastiff puppies for adoption in the UK?

Not right now: none of the 3 listed in the UK 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 Bullmastiffs for adoption in the UK?

Yes: 1 of the 3 listed in the UK is aged 7 or over by their listed age. Some rescues charge less for older dogs: Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over.

Is there a Bullmastiff rescue near me?

This page lists every Bullmastiff with the rescues we list across the UK, each with its town. For a city, see Bullmastiffs in Belfast, Birmingham, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Brighton and Hove, Bristol, Canterbury, Cardiff, Carlisle, Dumfries and Galloway, Edinburgh, Exeter, Glasgow, Ipswich, Kendal, Kingston upon Hull, Leeds, Lincoln, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Middlesbrough, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northampton, Norwich, Nottingham, Oxford, Peterborough, Plymouth, Portsmouth, Preston, Sheffield, Stoke-on-Trent, Swansea, Truro and Worcester. You can also search by postcode with the pet finder on our home page to see what is closest to you.

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