Special needs rescue dogs for adoption and rehoming in and around Cheltenham
There are 6 special needs dogs looking for a new home in and around Cheltenham right now, listed by Birch Hill Dog Rescue, Forest of Dean Dog Rescue, Greenleaf Animal Rescue, Happy Staffie Rescue, Home Run Hounds and Many Tears Animal Rescue. These are dogs whose rescue has noted a health condition or care need; each profile explains it.
All 6 are with rescues reachable from Cheltenham, in places such as Tewkesbury, Bream and Kidderminster. Each card shows the town and how far it is.
By listed age: 5 adults and 1 older dog. By size, as the rescues list them: 2 small and 4 large.
Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.
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Billy
10 years • Male • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Ruby
6 years • Female • Neapolitan Mastiff
Una
2 years, 5 months • Female • Greyhound
Special needs dogs near Cheltenham right now
6 special needs dogs are listed in or around Cheltenham today, with 6 rescues. By age: 5 adult dogs and 1 older dog. 3 are male and 3 female. The newest was added on 7 November 2026.
- Many Tears Animal Rescue at Tewkesbury, about 7 miles away: 1 special needs dog
- Forest of Dean Dog Rescue at Bream, about 24 miles away: 1 special needs dog
- Happy Staffie Rescue at Kidderminster, about 35 miles away: 1 special needs dog
- Birch Hill Dog Rescue at Neen Sollars, about 36 miles away: 1 special needs dog
- Greenleaf Animal Rescue at Oldbury, about 42 miles away: 1 special needs dog
- Home Run Hounds at Wombourne, about 44 miles away: 1 special needs dog
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How many special needs dogs are available for adoption in Cheltenham?
As of 8 November 2026, 6 special needs dogs are listed for adoption in and around Cheltenham on LocalPetFinder, from Birch Hill Dog Rescue, Forest of Dean Dog Rescue, Greenleaf Animal Rescue, Happy Staffie Rescue, Home Run Hounds and Many Tears Animal Rescue. All are with rescues reachable from Cheltenham, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near Cheltenham have special needs dogs right now, and how old are they?
As of 8 November 2026, Many Tears Animal Rescue (at Tewkesbury, about 7 miles away): 1, Forest of Dean Dog Rescue (at Bream, about 24 miles away): 1, Happy Staffie Rescue (at Kidderminster, about 35 miles away): 1, Birch Hill Dog Rescue (at Neen Sollars, about 36 miles away): 1, Greenleaf Animal Rescue (at Oldbury, about 42 miles away): 1 and Home Run Hounds (at Wombourne, about 44 miles away): 1. By age, that is 5 adult dogs and 1 older dog. The newest was added on 7 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.
How much does it cost to adopt a special needs dog in Cheltenham?
The special needs dogs listed in and around Cheltenham today are with Many Tears Animal Rescue at Tewkesbury, about 7 miles away (1), Forest of Dean Dog Rescue at Bream, about 24 miles away (1), Happy Staffie Rescue at Kidderminster, about 35 miles away (1) and 3 other rescues; 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 Cheltenham?
As of 8 November 2026, the special needs dogs listed in and around Cheltenham are with Many Tears Animal Rescue at Tewkesbury, about 7 miles away (1), Forest of Dean Dog Rescue at Bream, about 24 miles away (1), Happy Staffie Rescue at Kidderminster, about 35 miles away (1), Birch Hill Dog Rescue at Neen Sollars, about 36 miles away (1) and 2 other rescues. The nearest to Cheltenham is Many Tears Animal Rescue at Tewkesbury, about 7 miles away. 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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