Scottish Terrier rescue dogs and puppies for adoption and rehoming in the UK

Scottish Terriers and Scottish Terrier crosses looking for new homes with rescues and rehoming centres across the UK, gathered in one place. Adult Scottish Terriers are usually small dogs, though crosses can vary.

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Scottish Terriers across the UK right now

1 scottish terrier is listed across the UK today, all with one rescue. It is male. The newest was added on 30 September 2026.

  • Last Chance Animal Rescue at Edenbridge: 1 scottish terrier

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.

Scottish Terrier health and care

SizeSmall
ExerciseUp to 1 hour per day
GroomingEvery day
Coat lengthLong
ShedsYes
LifespanOver 10 years

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

Scottish Terriers in the UK: your questions

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How many rescue Scottish Terriers are available for adoption in the UK?

As of 8 November 2026, 1 Scottish Terrier is listed for adoption in the UK on LocalPetFinder, from Last Chance Animal Rescue. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

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

As of 8 November 2026, Last Chance Animal Rescue (at Edenbridge): 1. The newest was added on 30 September 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

Where can I adopt a Scottish Terrier in the UK?

With the rescue that has the dog. Today the Scottish Terriers on this page are with Last Chance Animal Rescue (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 Scottish Terrier?

Small, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Scottish Terrier.

How long do Scottish Terriers live?

Over 10 years, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Scottish Terrier.

How much exercise does a Scottish Terrier need?

Up to 1 hour per day, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Ask the rescue how much exercise this dog is used to. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Scottish Terrier.

How much grooming does a Scottish Terrier need?

Every day, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Coat: long. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Scottish Terrier.

Do Scottish Terriers shed?

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

Are Scottish Terriers good with children?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. Most of the 1 Scottish Terrier listed in the UK today don't say either way, so ask the rescue. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue what age of children the dog could live with.

Are Scottish Terriers good with cats?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. None of the 1 Scottish Terriers listed in the UK is marked by its rescue as able to live with cats today. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue.

Are Scottish Terriers good with other dogs?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. None of the 1 Scottish Terriers 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.

Are there Scottish Terrier crosses for adoption in the UK?

Yes: 1 listing of the 1 Scottish Terriers in the UK names a cross or mix in the rescue's breed label, such as Scottie/Carne Cross (1). Breed labels on rescue listings are often a best guess, so read each profile.

How much does it cost to adopt a Scottish Terrier 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 Scottish Terrier puppies for sale in the UK?

No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Scottish Terrier 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 "scottish terrier puppies for sale", the Scottish Terriers here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price.

Where can I buy a Scottish Terrier, and should I?

Not here: we only list dogs with rescues, so every Scottish Terrier 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 Scottish Terrier 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 Scottish Terrier puppies for adoption in the UK?

Not right now: none of the 1 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 Scottish Terriers for adoption in the UK?

Yes: 1 of the 1 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 Scottish Terrier rescue near me?

This page lists every Scottish Terrier with the rescues we list across the UK, each with its town. For a city, see Scottish Terriers 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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