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Special needs rescue dogs for adoption and rehoming in and around Derbyshire Dales

There are 8 special needs dogs looking for a new home in and around Derbyshire Dales right now, listed by Thornberry Animal Sanctuary, Windyway Animal Rescue, Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue, Helping Yorkshire Poundies and Jerry Green Dog Rescue. These are dogs whose rescue has noted a health condition or care need; each profile explains it.

All 8 are with rescues within about 25 miles of Derbyshire Dales, in places such as Derby, Catcliffe and Macclesfield. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of Derbyshire Dales.

By listed age: 7 adults and 1 older dog. By size, as the rescues list them: 2 small, 2 medium and 2 large.

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

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Flynn, border collie for adoption in DerbyNEW

Flynn

6 years • Male • Border Collie

Mediumhigh energyArthritis
Can live with:Other dogs
Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue

In foster near Derby · 17 miles

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Tess, labrador retriever for adoption in DerbyNEW

Tess

5 years • Labrador Retriever

Largehigh energyAllergies
Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue

In foster near Derby · 17 miles

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Patsy, crossbreed for adoption in Near Rotherham

Patsy

4 years • Female • Crossbreed

Largelow energySkin condition
Can live with:Other dogs
Helping Yorkshire Poundies

Near Rotherham · 20 miles

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George H, border collie for adoption in Macclesfield

George H

12 years • Male • Border Collie

Mediumlow energyDaily medication
Can live with:Other dogs
Windyway Animal Rescue

Macclesfield · 21 miles

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Milo, yorkshire terrier yorkie for adoption in Macclesfield

Milo

1 year, 11 months • Male • Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie

Smallhigh energy
Can live with:Other dogs
Windyway Animal Rescue

Macclesfield · 21 miles

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Bonnie, lurcher for adoption in North Anston

Bonnie

5 years • Female • Lurcher

Blind or low vision
Can live with:Children
Thornberry Animal Sanctuary

North Anston · 22 miles

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Laurie, bedlington x jrt for adoption in North Anston

Laurie

4 years • Male • Bedlington x Jrt

Blind or low vision
Thornberry Animal Sanctuary

North Anston · 22 miles

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Special needs dogs near Derbyshire Dales right now

8 special needs dogs are listed in or around Derbyshire Dales today, with 5 rescues. By age: 7 adult dogs and 1 older dog. 4 are male and 3 female. The newest was added on 4 November 2026.

  • Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue at Derby, about 17 miles away: 2 special needs dogs
  • Windyway Animal Rescue at Macclesfield, about 21 miles away: 2 special needs dogs
  • Thornberry Animal Sanctuary at North Anston, about 22 miles away: 2 special needs dogs
  • Helping Yorkshire Poundies near Rotherham, about 20 miles away: 1 special needs dog
  • Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Blidworth, about 23 miles away: 1 special needs dog

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Special needs dogs in Derbyshire Dales: your questions

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How many special needs dogs are available for adoption in Derbyshire Dales?

As of 8 November 2026, 8 special needs dogs are listed for adoption in and around Derbyshire Dales on LocalPetFinder, from Thornberry Animal Sanctuary, Windyway Animal Rescue, Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue, Helping Yorkshire Poundies and Jerry Green Dog Rescue. All are with rescues within about 25 miles of Derbyshire Dales, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

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

As of 8 November 2026, Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue (at Derby, about 17 miles away): 2, Windyway Animal Rescue (at Macclesfield, about 21 miles away): 2, Thornberry Animal Sanctuary (at North Anston, about 22 miles away): 2, Helping Yorkshire Poundies (near Rotherham, about 20 miles away): 1 and Jerry Green Dog Rescue (at Blidworth, about 23 miles away): 1. By age, that is 7 adult dogs and 1 older dog. The newest was added on 4 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

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

The special needs dogs listed in and around Derbyshire Dales today are with Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue at Derby, about 17 miles away (2), Windyway Animal Rescue at Macclesfield, about 21 miles away (2), Thornberry Animal Sanctuary at North Anston, about 22 miles away (2) and 2 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 Derbyshire Dales?

As of 8 November 2026, the special needs dogs listed in and around Derbyshire Dales are with Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue at Derby, about 17 miles away (2), Windyway Animal Rescue at Macclesfield, about 21 miles away (2), Thornberry Animal Sanctuary at North Anston, about 22 miles away (2), Helping Yorkshire Poundies near Rotherham, about 20 miles away (1) and 1 other rescue. The nearest to Derbyshire Dales is Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue at Derby, about 17 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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