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Special needs rescue dogs for adoption and rehoming in and around Llanelli

There are 11 special needs dogs looking for a new home in and around Llanelli right now, listed by Many Tears Animal Rescue and West Wales Poundies Dog Rescue. These are dogs whose rescue has noted a health condition or care need; each profile explains it.

9 in Llanelli itself and 2 more reachable from it, in places such as Llandeilo and Pontyclun. Each card shows the town and how far it is.

By listed age: 1 puppy, 7 adults and 3 older dogs.

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

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Tiny Tim, cockapoo for adoption in LlanelliNEW

Tiny Tim

6 months • Male • Cockapoo

Puppyhigh energy
Can live with:ChildrenOther dogs
Many Tears Animal Rescue· Llanelli
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Tilly, miniature poodle for adoption in Llanelli

Tilly

7 years • Female • Miniature Poodle

SmallDental care
Can live with:ChildrenOther dogs
Many Tears Animal Rescue· Llanelli
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Tummy, dachshund for adoption in Llanelli

Tummy

5 years • Female • Dachshund

SmallSpecial diet
Can live with:Children
Many Tears Animal Rescue· Llanelli
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Sunny, shih tzu for adoption in Llanelli

Sunny

4 years • Female • Shih Tzu

Smalllow energyDental care
Can live with:ChildrenOther dogs
Many Tears Animal Rescue· Llanelli
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Jules, bichon frise for adoption in Llanelli

Jules

5 years • Female • Bichon Frise

Smalllow energyDental care
Can live with:ChildrenOther dogs
Many Tears Animal Rescue· Llanelli
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Lollipop, bichon frise for adoption in Llanelli

Lollipop

6 years • Female • Bichon Frise

SmallDental care
Can live with:ChildrenOther dogsCats
Many Tears Animal Rescue· Llanelli
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Maggie, cockapoo for adoption in Llanelli

Maggie

7 years • Female • Cockapoo

SmallDental care
Can live with:Other dogs
Many Tears Animal Rescue· Llanelli
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Special needs dogs near Llanelli right now

11 special needs dogs are listed in or around Llanelli today, with 2 rescues. 9 are in Llanelli itself and 2 with rescues around it. By age: 1 puppy, 7 adult dogs and 3 older dogs. 2 are male and 9 female. The newest was added on 7 November 2026.

  • Many Tears Animal Rescue in Llanelli: 10 special needs dogs
  • West Wales Poundies Dog Rescue at Llandeilo, about 16 miles away: 1 special needs dog

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Special needs dogs in Llanelli: your questions

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How many special needs dogs are available for adoption in Llanelli?

As of 8 November 2026, 11 special needs dogs are listed for adoption in and around Llanelli on LocalPetFinder, from Many Tears Animal Rescue and West Wales Poundies Dog Rescue. That is 9 in Llanelli itself and 2 with rescues reachable from Llanelli, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

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

As of 8 November 2026, Many Tears Animal Rescue (in Llanelli): 10 and West Wales Poundies Dog Rescue (at Llandeilo, about 16 miles away): 1. By age, that is 1 puppy, 7 adult dogs and 3 older dogs. The newest was added on 7 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

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

The special needs dogs listed in and around Llanelli today are with Many Tears Animal Rescue in Llanelli (10) and West Wales Poundies Dog Rescue at Llandeilo, about 16 miles away (1); 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 Llanelli?

As of 8 November 2026, the special needs dogs listed in and around Llanelli are with Many Tears Animal Rescue in Llanelli (10) and West Wales Poundies Dog Rescue at Llandeilo, about 16 miles away (1). The nearest to Llanelli is Many Tears Animal Rescue in Llanelli. You can also see special needs dogs across Carmarthenshire. 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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