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Special needs rescue dogs for adoption and rehoming in and around Cambridge

There are 2 special needs dogs looking for a new home in and around Cambridge right now, listed by RATS Animal Rescue. These are dogs whose rescue has noted a health condition or care need; each profile explains it.

All 2 are with rescues within about 25 miles of Cambridge, in places such as Buntingford. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of Cambridge.

By listed age: 1 adult and 1 older dog.

Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.

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Jasmine, chihuahua cross for adoption in Buntingford

Jasmine

7 years • Female • Chihuahua Cross

SmallBlind or low vision
RATS Animal Rescue

Buntingford · 19 miles

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Paddy, parson russell terrier for adoption in Buntingford

Paddy

3 years • Male • Parson Russell Terrier

Smallhigh energySkin condition
RATS Animal Rescue

Buntingford · 19 miles

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Special needs dogs near Cambridge right now

2 special needs dogs are listed in or around Cambridge today, all with one rescue. By age: 1 adult dog and 1 older dog. 1 is male and 1 female. The newest was added on 6 October 2026.

  • RATS Animal Rescue at Buntingford, about 19 miles away: 2 special needs dogs

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Special needs dogs in Cambridge: your questions

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How many special needs dogs are available for adoption in Cambridge?

As of 8 November 2026, 2 special needs dogs are listed for adoption in and around Cambridge on LocalPetFinder, from RATS Animal Rescue. All are with rescues within about 25 miles of Cambridge, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

Which rescues near Cambridge have special needs dogs right now, and how old are they?

As of 8 November 2026, RATS Animal Rescue (at Buntingford, about 19 miles away): 2. By age, that is 1 adult dog and 1 older dog. The newest was added on 6 October 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

How much does it cost to adopt a special needs dog in Cambridge?

The special needs dogs listed in and around Cambridge today are with RATS Animal Rescue at Buntingford, about 19 miles away (2); 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 Cambridge?

As of 8 November 2026, the special needs dogs listed in and around Cambridge are with RATS Animal Rescue at Buntingford, about 19 miles away (2). You can also see special needs dogs across England. 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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