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Special needs rescue dogs for adoption and rehoming in Merseyside

There are 2 special needs dogs looking for a new home in Merseyside right now, listed by Freshfields Animal Rescue and Friends of Birkenhead Kennels. These are dogs whose rescue has noted a health condition or care need; each profile explains it.

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

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Theo, cross frenchie/staffy for adoption in Ince Blundell

Theo

15 months • Male • Cross Frenchie/Staffy

high energyAllergies
Can live with:Children
Freshfields Animal Rescue· Ince Blundell
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Also near Merseyside

More special needs dogs with rescues outside Merseyside, within about 25 miles (2 places). Each card shows the town the animal is in and the straight-line distance from the centre of Merseyside.

Bunny, lurcher x english bull terrier for adoption in Trelogan

Bunny

7 years, 5 months • Female • Lurcher x English Bull Terrier

high energyThree legs
North Clwyd Animal Rescue

Trelogan · 17 miles

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Bonnie, staffordshire bull terrier for adoption in Bolton

Bonnie

Female • Staffordshire Bull Terrier

MediumAllergies
Can live with:Children
Destitute Animals Shelter

Bolton · 24 miles

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Bambi, pocket bully for adoption in Bolton

Bambi

1 year, 4 months • Female • Pocket Bully

high energyHeart condition
Destitute Animals Shelter

Bolton · 24 miles

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Special needs dogs near Merseyside right now

2 special needs dogs are listed in or around Merseyside today, with 2 rescues. The newest was added on 27 October 2026.

  • Freshfields Animal Rescue at Ince Blundell: 1 special needs dog
  • Friends of Birkenhead Kennels at Wirral: 1 special needs dog

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Special needs dogs in Merseyside: your questions

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

As of 7 November 2026, 2 special needs dogs are listed for adoption in Merseyside on LocalPetFinder, from Freshfields Animal Rescue and Friends of Birkenhead Kennels. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

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

As of 7 November 2026, Freshfields Animal Rescue (at Ince Blundell): 1 and Friends of Birkenhead Kennels (at Wirral): 1. The newest was added on 27 October 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

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

The special needs dogs listed in Merseyside today are with Freshfields Animal Rescue at Ince Blundell (1) and Friends of Birkenhead Kennels at Wirral (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 Merseyside?

As of 7 November 2026, the special needs dogs listed in Merseyside are with Freshfields Animal Rescue at Ince Blundell (1) and Friends of Birkenhead Kennels at Wirral (1). The nearest to Merseyside is Freshfields Animal Rescue at Ince Blundell. Because there are only a few here, we also show special needs dogs from rescues within 25 miles under "Also near Merseyside", 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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