Special needs rescue dogs for adoption and rehoming in and around Doncaster
There are 6 special needs dogs looking for a new home in and around Doncaster right now, listed by Jerry Green Dog Rescue, Thornberry Animal Sanctuary, Doris Banham Dog Rescue and Helping Yorkshire Poundies. These are dogs whose rescue has noted a health condition or care need; each profile explains it.
All 6 are with rescues reachable from Doncaster, in places such as North Anston, Catcliffe and Cottam. Each card shows the town and how far it is.
By size, as the rescues list them: 1 small and 2 large.
Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.
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Laurie
4 years • Male • Bedlington x Jrt
Special needs dogs near Doncaster right now
6 special needs dogs are listed in or around Doncaster today, with 4 rescues. 2 are male and 4 female. The newest was added on 5 November 2026.
- Thornberry Animal Sanctuary at North Anston, about 12 miles away: 2 special needs dogs
- Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Broughton, about 24 miles away: 2 special needs dogs
- Helping Yorkshire Poundies near Rotherham, about 13 miles away: 1 special needs dog
- Doris Banham Dog Rescue at Cottam, about 21 miles away: 1 special needs dog
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How many special needs dogs are available for adoption in Doncaster?
As of 8 November 2026, 6 special needs dogs are listed for adoption in and around Doncaster on LocalPetFinder, from Jerry Green Dog Rescue, Thornberry Animal Sanctuary, Doris Banham Dog Rescue and Helping Yorkshire Poundies. All are with rescues reachable from Doncaster, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near Doncaster have special needs dogs right now, and how old are they?
As of 8 November 2026, Thornberry Animal Sanctuary (at North Anston, about 12 miles away): 2, Jerry Green Dog Rescue (at Broughton, about 24 miles away): 2, Helping Yorkshire Poundies (near Rotherham, about 13 miles away): 1 and Doris Banham Dog Rescue (at Cottam, about 21 miles away): 1. The newest was added on 5 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.
How much does it cost to adopt a special needs dog in Doncaster?
The special needs dogs listed in and around Doncaster today are with Thornberry Animal Sanctuary at North Anston, about 12 miles away (2), Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Broughton, about 24 miles away (2), Helping Yorkshire Poundies near Rotherham, about 13 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.
Is there a special needs dog rescue near me in Doncaster?
As of 8 November 2026, the special needs dogs listed in and around Doncaster are with Thornberry Animal Sanctuary at North Anston, about 12 miles away (2), Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Broughton, about 24 miles away (2), Helping Yorkshire Poundies near Rotherham, about 13 miles away (1) and Doris Banham Dog Rescue at Cottam, about 21 miles away (1). The nearest to Doncaster is Thornberry Animal Sanctuary at North Anston, about 12 miles away. You can also see special needs dogs across South Yorkshire. 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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