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Rottweiler Rescue Dogs & Puppies for Adoption in and around Carlisle

There is 1 Rottweiler looking for a new home in and around Carlisle right now, listed by Oak Tree Animals' Charity. Includes Rottweiler crosses.

It is with a rescue within about 25 miles of Carlisle, in Wetheral. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of Carlisle.

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

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Rottweilers near Carlisle right now

1 Rottweiler is listed in or around Carlisle today, all with one rescue. It is female. The newest was added on 16 October 2026.

  • Oak Tree Animals' Charity at Wetheral, about 4 miles away: 1 Rottweiler

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About Rottweilers

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Rottweiler
Breed groupWorking
SizeLarge
Height (breed standard)Dogs 63 to 69 cm, bitches 58 to 64 cm at the shoulder
ExerciseMore than 2 hours a day
Size of homeLarge house with a large garden
GroomingOnce a week
CoatShort (sheds)
LifespanUnder 10 years

What Rottweilers are like to live with

The Rottweiler was developed in the German market town of Rottweil as a drovers' dog that could also guard. The Royal Kennel Club describes it as a "strong, intelligent and protective German drover's dog" and says it is "territorial and protective of his owner and his property". It adds that in modern times the breed has been used by the armed forces and the police.

Sources (checked 30 September 2026)

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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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Rottweilers in Carlisle: your questions

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How many rescue Rottweilers are available for adoption in Carlisle?

As of 8 November 2026, 1 Rottweiler is listed for adoption in and around Carlisle on LocalPetFinder, from Oak Tree Animals' Charity. It is with a rescue within about 25 miles of Carlisle, shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

Which rescues near Carlisle have Rottweilers right now, and how old are they?

As of 8 November 2026, Oak Tree Animals' Charity (at Wetheral, about 4 miles away): 1. The newest was added on 16 October 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

Where can I adopt a Rottweiler in Carlisle?

With the rescue that has the dog. Today the Rottweilers on this page are with Oak Tree Animals' Charity (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 Rottweiler need?

More than two hours a day, according to The Royal Kennel Club. PDSA says at least two hours, including walks, play, time in a secure garden and thinking games. Ask the rescue about this dog, as age and health make a difference.

How long do Rottweilers live?

The Royal Kennel Club gives the Rottweiler a lifespan of under 10 years, while Dogs Trust says typically 10 or more. For a rescue dog, ask the rescue what vet checks it has had, and ask your own vet about its health.

Are Rottweilers good with children?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. Most of the 1 Rottweiler listed in and around Carlisle 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.

How much does it cost to adopt a Rottweiler in Carlisle?

The Rottweilers listed in and around Carlisle today are with Oak Tree Animals' Charity at Wetheral, about 4 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 Rottweiler puppies for sale in Carlisle?

No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Rottweiler on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 1 Rottweiler listed in and around Carlisle today is with Oak Tree Animals' Charity at Wetheral, about 4 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 "rottweiler puppies for sale Carlisle", the Rottweilers 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 Rottweiler to a good home in Carlisle, or one under £500?

Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 1 Rottweiler listed in and around Carlisle today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; all are with Oak Tree Animals' Charity at Wetheral, about 4 miles away (1). 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 Rottweiler puppies for adoption in Carlisle?

Not right now: none of the 1 listed in and around Carlisle 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 Rottweilers for adoption in Carlisle?

Yes: 1 of the 1 listed in and around Carlisle 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 Rottweiler rescue near me in Carlisle?

As of 8 November 2026, the Rottweilers listed in and around Carlisle are with Oak Tree Animals' Charity at Wetheral, about 4 miles away (1). You can also see Rottweilers 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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