The Grand Old Duke of York
2-3 years • Male • Yorkshire Terrier
Small
All Dogs Matter· Waltham Abbey
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Special needs rescue dogs for adoption and rehoming in Essex
There are 6 special needs dogs looking for a new home in Essex right now, listed by All Dogs Matter, German Shepherd Rescue Elite, Many Tears Animal Rescue and Pro Dogs Direct. These are dogs whose rescue has noted a health condition or care need; each profile explains it.
By listed age: 5 adults and 1 older dog.
Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.
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Calli
4 years • Female • French Bulldog
Smalllow energySkin condition
All Dogs Matter· Waltham Abbey
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Raffi
3 years • Male • Belgian Malinois Cross
Ongoing medical condition
German Shepherd Rescue Elite· Essex
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Myla
6 years • Female • Cockapoo
SmallOngoing medical condition
Can live with:Children
Pro Dogs Direct· Grays
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Crispin
7 years • Male • Poodle
Dental care
Can live with:Cats
Many Tears Animal Rescue· Chelmsford
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6 special needs dogs are listed in or around Essex today, with 4 rescues. By age: 5 adult dogs and 1 older dog. 3 are male and 3 female. The newest was added on 6 November 2026.
- All Dogs Matter at Waltham Abbey: 3 special needs dogs
- German Shepherd Rescue Elite in Essex: 1 special needs dog
- Many Tears Animal Rescue at Chelmsford: 1 special needs dog
- Pro Dogs Direct at Grays: 1 special needs dog
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Special needs dogs in Essex: your questions
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How many special needs dogs are available for adoption in Essex?
As of 7 November 2026, 6 special needs dogs are listed for adoption in Essex on LocalPetFinder, from All Dogs Matter, German Shepherd Rescue Elite, Many Tears Animal Rescue and Pro Dogs Direct. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near Essex have special needs dogs right now, and how old are they?
As of 7 November 2026, All Dogs Matter (at Waltham Abbey): 3, German Shepherd Rescue Elite (in Essex): 1, Many Tears Animal Rescue (at Chelmsford): 1 and Pro Dogs Direct (at Grays): 1. By age, that is 5 adult dogs and 1 older dog. The newest was added on 6 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.
How much does it cost to adopt a special needs dog in Essex?
The special needs dogs listed in Essex today are with All Dogs Matter at Waltham Abbey (3), German Shepherd Rescue Elite in Essex (1), Many Tears Animal Rescue at Chelmsford (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 Essex?
As of 7 November 2026, the special needs dogs listed in Essex are with All Dogs Matter at Waltham Abbey (3), German Shepherd Rescue Elite in Essex (1), Many Tears Animal Rescue at Chelmsford (1) and Pro Dogs Direct at Grays (1). The nearest to Essex is All Dogs Matter at Waltham Abbey. 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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