Jasmine
7 years • Female • Chihuahua Cross
SmallBlind or low vision
RATS Animal Rescue· Buntingford
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Special needs rescue dogs for adoption and rehoming in Hertfordshire
There are 2 special needs dogs looking for a new home in Hertfordshire right now, listed by RATS Animal Rescue. These are dogs whose rescue has noted a health condition or care need; each profile explains it.
By listed age: 1 adult and 1 older dog.
Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.
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Paddy
3 years • Male • Parson Russell Terrier
Smallhigh energySkin condition
RATS Animal Rescue· Buntingford
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More special needs dogs with rescues outside Hertfordshire, within about 25 miles (2 places). Each card shows the town the animal is in and the straight-line distance from the centre of Hertfordshire.
The Grand Old Duke of York
2-3 years • Male • Yorkshire Terrier
Small
Beanie
4 years • Female • Cockapoo
SmallThree legs
Calli
4 years • Female • French Bulldog
Smalllow energySkin condition
Autumn and Maple
8 years • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Smalllow energy
Can live with:ChildrenOther dogs
Lucie & Ozzie (Bonded Pair) Chihuahua
Crossbreed
low energyDental care
Can live with:ChildrenOther dogs
Bambi
8 years • Male • Staffordshire Bull Terrier Cross
low energyNeurological condition
Special needs dogs near Hertfordshire right now
2 special needs dogs are listed in or around Hertfordshire today, all with one rescue. By age: 1 adult dog and 1 older dog. 1 is male and 1 female. The newest was added on 6 October 2026.
- RATS Animal Rescue at Buntingford: 2 special needs dogs
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Special needs dogs in Hertfordshire: your questions
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How many special needs dogs are available for adoption in Hertfordshire?
As of 8 November 2026, 2 special needs dogs are listed for adoption in Hertfordshire on LocalPetFinder, from RATS Animal Rescue. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near Hertfordshire have special needs dogs right now, and how old are they?
As of 8 November 2026, RATS Animal Rescue (at Buntingford): 2. By age, that is 1 adult dog and 1 older dog. The newest was added on 6 October 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.
How much does it cost to adopt a special needs dog in Hertfordshire?
The special needs dogs listed in Hertfordshire today are with RATS Animal Rescue at Buntingford (2); 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 Hertfordshire?
As of 8 November 2026, the special needs dogs listed in Hertfordshire are with RATS Animal Rescue at Buntingford (2). Because there are only a few here, we also show special needs dogs from rescues within 25 miles under "Also near Hertfordshire", each with its town and distance. 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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