Border Collie Rescue Dogs & Puppies for Adoption in and around Chesterfield
There are 4 Border Collies looking for a new home in and around Chesterfield right now, listed by Ashbourne Animal Welfare, Chesterfield Animal Rescue, Sheffield Dog Rescue and Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue. Includes Border Collie crosses.
All 4 are with rescues reachable from Chesterfield, in places such as Dronfield, Sheffield and Ashbourne. Each card shows the town and how far it is.
By listed age: 2 adults and 2 older dogs.
Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.
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Border Collies near Chesterfield right now
4 Border Collies are listed in or around Chesterfield today, with 4 rescues. By age: 2 adult dogs and 2 older dogs. 3 are male and 1 female. The newest was added on 4 November 2026.
- Chesterfield Animal Rescue at Dronfield, about 5 miles away: 1 Border Collie
- Sheffield Dog Rescue at Sheffield, about 10 miles away: 1 Border Collie
- Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 20 miles away: 1 Border Collie
- Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue at Derby, about 21 miles away: 1 Border Collie
About Border Collies in Sheffield
When we checked on 29 October 2026, two Border Collies were listed near Sheffield, one adult and one older dog. One was with Sheffield Dog Rescue at Mosborough Kennels in Sheffield, a volunteer charity that takes in many dogs from the North East Derbyshire dog wardens. It turns away anyone who arrives at the kennels without an appointment, and each dog's page has its own contact form.
The other was with Chesterfield Animal Rescue at Dronfield, about six miles from Sheffield, which is still raising money for a centre of its own and keeps its animals in foster homes, with kennels for emergencies. After you apply on a dog's page it home checks you, and it will not pass a garden with an unsecure fence. The first meeting is in a local park, every family member and pet must come to at least one meet, and then you foster with a view to adopt on a trial of around four weeks (rehoming process). It asks £300 for a dog over ten, £450 for one aged 12 months to ten years and £550 for a puppy under 12 months, with five weeks of insurance.
For a specialist collie rescue, The Freedom Of Spirit Trust For Border Collies at Bingley is about 36 miles from Sheffield. It will not home to people who work full time, and every dog stays on a lead or long line for its first two months in a new home.
Sources: LocalPetFinder listings near Sheffield, checked 29 October 2026 (read 29 October 2026); Sheffield Dog Rescue: contact (read 29 October 2026); Chesterfield Animal Rescue: frequently asked questions (read 29 October 2026); Chesterfield Animal Rescue: rehoming process (read 29 October 2026); The Freedom Of Spirit Trust For Border Collies: thinking about adoption (read 29 October 2026)
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About Border Collies
| Breed group | Pastoral |
|---|---|
| Size | Medium |
| Height (breed standard) | Dogs 53 cm, bitches slightly less |
| Exercise | More than 2 hours a day |
| Size of home | Small house with a large garden |
| Grooming | More than once a week |
| Coat | Moderately long or smooth (both shed) |
| Lifespan | Over 12 years |
What Border Collies are like to live with
The Border Collie takes its name from the border regions of England, Scotland and Wales, where it worked sheep in the hills. The Royal Kennel Club calls it a "naturally active and intelligent herding specialist and all-round worker", says it is still seen working sheep and cattle, and says it "needs to be engaged to lead a fulfilled life".
Border Collies listed in and around Chesterfield today
As of 8 November 2026, 4 Border Collies are listed with rescues in and around Chesterfield on LocalPetFinder: by their listed age, 2 adults and 2 aged 7 or over.
The rescues mark 2 as able to live with children, 1 with cats and 3 with other dogs. Where a profile says nothing, it doesn't mean no: ask the rescue.
Sources (checked 30 September 2026)
- The Royal Kennel Club: Border Collie (Height and coat varieties from the breed standard. All in sources.)
Read the full Border Collie guide: health, temperament, costs and UK law →
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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Border Collies in Chesterfield: your questions
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How many rescue Border Collies are available for adoption in Chesterfield?
As of 8 November 2026, 4 Border Collies are listed for adoption in and around Chesterfield on LocalPetFinder, from Ashbourne Animal Welfare, Chesterfield Animal Rescue, Sheffield Dog Rescue and Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue. All are with rescues reachable from Chesterfield, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near Chesterfield have Border Collies right now, and how old are they?
As of 8 November 2026, Chesterfield Animal Rescue (at Dronfield, about 5 miles away): 1, Sheffield Dog Rescue (at Sheffield, about 10 miles away): 1, Ashbourne Animal Welfare (at Ashbourne, about 20 miles away): 1 and Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue (at Derby, about 21 miles away): 1. By age, that is 2 adult dogs and 2 older dogs. The newest was added on 4 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.
Where can I adopt a Border Collie in Chesterfield?
With the rescue that has the dog. Today the Border Collies on this page are with Ashbourne Animal Welfare (1), Chesterfield Animal Rescue (1), Sheffield Dog Rescue (1) and Yappy Ever After Dog 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.
How much exercise does a Border Collie need?
More than two hours a day, according to The Royal Kennel Club, which says the breed needs to be engaged to lead a fulfilled life. Dogs Trust adds training and daily enrichment to daily walks and play. Ask the rescue how much this dog needs, as age and health make a difference.
Can a Border Collie live in a flat?
The Royal Kennel Club says a small house can be enough, but pairs it with a large garden and more than two hours of exercise a day. It does not list a flat as suitable, so ask the rescue whether this particular dog could settle in one.
Are Border Collies good with children?
It depends on the dog, not the breed. Today the rescues mark 2 of the 4 Border Collies listed in and around Chesterfield as able to live with children. 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 Border Collie in Chesterfield?
The Border Collies listed in and around Chesterfield today are with Chesterfield Animal Rescue at Dronfield, about 5 miles away (1), Sheffield Dog Rescue at Sheffield, about 10 miles away (1), Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 20 miles away (1) and 1 other rescue; 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 Border Collie puppies for sale in Chesterfield?
No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Border Collie on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 4 Border Collies listed in and around Chesterfield today are with Chesterfield Animal Rescue at Dronfield, about 5 miles away (1), Sheffield Dog Rescue at Sheffield, about 10 miles away (1), Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 20 miles away (1) and 1 other rescue, 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 "border collie puppies for sale Chesterfield", the Border Collies 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 Border Collie to a good home in Chesterfield, or one under £500?
Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 4 Border Collies listed in and around Chesterfield today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; the nearest rescue is Chesterfield Animal Rescue at Dronfield, about 5 miles away. 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 Border Collie puppies for adoption in Chesterfield?
Not right now: none of the 4 listed in and around Chesterfield 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 Border Collies for adoption in Chesterfield?
Yes: 2 of the 4 listed in and around Chesterfield are 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 Border Collie rescue near me in Chesterfield?
As of 8 November 2026, the Border Collies listed in and around Chesterfield are with Chesterfield Animal Rescue at Dronfield, about 5 miles away (1), Sheffield Dog Rescue at Sheffield, about 10 miles away (1), Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 20 miles away (1) and Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue at Derby, about 21 miles away (1). The nearest to Chesterfield is Chesterfield Animal Rescue at Dronfield, about 5 miles away. You can also see Border Collies 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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