Special needs rescue dogs for adoption and rehoming in and around Middlesbrough
There are 3 special needs dogs looking for a new home in and around Middlesbrough right now, listed by S.A.R.A. – The Ann Prosser Foundation and Maxi's Mates. These are dogs whose rescue has noted a health condition or care need; each profile explains it.
All 3 are with rescues within about 25 miles of Middlesbrough, in places such as Redcar and Guisborough. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of Middlesbrough.
By listed age: 2 adults and 1 older dog. By size, as the rescues list them: 1 small and 2 large.
Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.
Special needs dogs near Middlesbrough right now
3 special needs dogs are listed in or around Middlesbrough today, with 2 rescues. By age: 2 adult dogs and 1 older dog. 2 are male and 1 female. The newest was added on 16 October 2026.
- S.A.R.A. – The Ann Prosser Foundation at Redcar, about 7 miles away: 2 special needs dogs
- Maxi's Mates at Guisborough, about 8 miles away: 1 special needs dog
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How many special needs dogs are available for adoption in Middlesbrough?
As of 8 November 2026, 3 special needs dogs are listed for adoption in and around Middlesbrough on LocalPetFinder, from S.A.R.A. – The Ann Prosser Foundation and Maxi's Mates. All are with rescues within about 25 miles of Middlesbrough, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near Middlesbrough have special needs dogs right now, and how old are they?
As of 8 November 2026, S.A.R.A. – The Ann Prosser Foundation (at Redcar, about 7 miles away): 2 and Maxi's Mates (at Guisborough, about 8 miles away): 1. By age, that is 2 adult dogs and 1 older dog. The newest was added on 16 October 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.
How much does it cost to adopt a special needs dog in Middlesbrough?
The special needs dogs listed in and around Middlesbrough today are with S.A.R.A. – The Ann Prosser Foundation at Redcar, about 7 miles away (2) and Maxi's Mates at Guisborough, about 8 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 Middlesbrough?
As of 8 November 2026, the special needs dogs listed in and around Middlesbrough are with S.A.R.A. – The Ann Prosser Foundation at Redcar, about 7 miles away (2) and Maxi's Mates at Guisborough, about 8 miles away (1). The nearest to Middlesbrough is S.A.R.A. – The Ann Prosser Foundation at Redcar, about 7 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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