Purdy & Fig
1 year • Cavapoo and Dacshund 2
high energyOngoing medical condition
Can live with:Other dogs
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Special needs rescue dogs for adoption and rehoming in and around Melton
There are 7 special needs dogs looking for a new home in and around Melton right now, listed by East Midlands Dog Rescue, Crossing Cottage Greyhound Sanctuary, Greenleaf Animal Rescue, Jerry Green Dog Rescue and Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue. These are dogs whose rescue has noted a health condition or care need; each profile explains it.
All 7 are with rescues within about 25 miles of Melton, in places such as Enderby, Coalville and Newark and Sherwood. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of Melton.
By listed age: 2 puppies, 4 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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Betty
13 months • Female • Frenchie x Pug
Smallhigh energyMissing a limb
Frank
2 years • Male • Dashchund
high energyOngoing medical condition
Conker
11 years • Male • Ridgeback x Hound
low energyArthritis
Can live with:Cats
Greenleaf Animal Rescue· Northamptonshire
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7 special needs dogs are listed in or around Melton today, with 5 rescues. By age: 2 puppies, 4 adult dogs and 1 older dog. 4 are male and 2 female. The newest was added on 5 November 2026.
- East Midlands Dog Rescue at Enderby, about 19 miles away: 3 special needs dogs
- Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue at Coalville, about 20 miles away: 1 special needs dog
- Crossing Cottage Greyhound Sanctuary at Newark and Sherwood, about 24 miles away: 1 special needs dog
- Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Blidworth, about 24 miles away: 1 special needs dog
- Greenleaf Animal Rescue at Northamptonshire: 1 special needs dog
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Special needs dogs in Melton: your questions
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How many special needs dogs are available for adoption in Melton?
As of 8 November 2026, 7 special needs dogs are listed for adoption in and around Melton on LocalPetFinder, from East Midlands Dog Rescue, Crossing Cottage Greyhound Sanctuary, Greenleaf Animal Rescue, Jerry Green Dog Rescue and Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue. All are with rescues within about 25 miles of Melton, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near Melton have special needs dogs right now, and how old are they?
As of 8 November 2026, East Midlands Dog Rescue (at Enderby, about 19 miles away): 3, Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue (at Coalville, about 20 miles away): 1, Crossing Cottage Greyhound Sanctuary (at Newark and Sherwood, about 24 miles away): 1, Jerry Green Dog Rescue (at Blidworth, about 24 miles away): 1 and Greenleaf Animal Rescue (at Northamptonshire): 1. By age, that is 2 puppies, 4 adult dogs and 1 older dog. 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 Melton?
The special needs dogs listed in and around Melton today are with East Midlands Dog Rescue at Enderby, about 19 miles away (3), Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue at Coalville, about 20 miles away (1), Crossing Cottage Greyhound Sanctuary at Newark and Sherwood, about 24 miles away (1) 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 Melton?
As of 8 November 2026, the special needs dogs listed in and around Melton are with East Midlands Dog Rescue at Enderby, about 19 miles away (3), Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue at Coalville, about 20 miles away (1), Crossing Cottage Greyhound Sanctuary at Newark and Sherwood, about 24 miles away (1), Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Blidworth, about 24 miles away (1) and 1 other rescue. The nearest to Melton is East Midlands Dog Rescue at Enderby, about 19 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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