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Lurcher Rescue Dogs & Puppies for Adoption in and around Newark and Sherwood

There are 6 lurchers looking for a new home in and around Newark and Sherwood right now, listed by Thornberry Animal Sanctuary, Doris Banham Dog Rescue and RAIN Rescue. Includes lurcher crosses.

All 6 are with rescues within about 25 miles of Newark and Sherwood, in places such as Cottam, North Anston and Misson. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of Newark and Sherwood.

By listed age: 1 puppy and 5 adults.

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

1 Lurcher puppy available in and around Newark and Sherwood

Twelve months old or under, listed by rescues and rehoming centres. Each one links to the rescue to apply.

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Bonnie, lurcher for adoption in North Anston

Bonnie

5 years • Female • Lurcher

Blind or low vision
Can live with:Children
Thornberry Animal Sanctuary

North Anston · 21 miles

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Frankie, whippet size small lurcher for adoption in North Anston

Frankie

1 year, 4 months • Male • Whippet Size Small Lurcher

high energy
Can live with:Children
Thornberry Animal Sanctuary

North Anston · 21 miles

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Sid, lurcher x saluki for adoption in North Anston

Sid

10 months • Male • Lurcher x Saluki

high energy
Can live with:Children
Thornberry Animal Sanctuary

North Anston · 21 miles

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Tilly, lurcher for adoption in North Anston

Tilly

2 years • Female • Lurcher

high energy
Thornberry Animal Sanctuary

North Anston · 21 miles

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Ned, lurcher cross for adoption in Misson

Ned

2 years • Male • Lurcher Cross

high energy
Can live with:Other dogs
RAIN Rescue

Misson · 23 miles

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Lurchers near Newark and Sherwood right now

6 lurchers are listed in or around Newark and Sherwood today, with 3 rescues. By age: 1 puppy and 5 adult dogs. 4 are male and 2 female. The newest was added on 5 November 2026.

  • Thornberry Animal Sanctuary at North Anston, about 21 miles away: 4 lurchers
  • Doris Banham Dog Rescue at Cottam, about 15 miles away: 1 lurcher
  • RAIN Rescue at Misson, about 23 miles away: 1 lurcher

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About lurchers

Source: Dogs Trust: Lurcher
TypeA sighthound cross, not a recognised breed
SizeMedium
ExerciseUsually moderately active, with short bursts of activity
GroomingGenerally a weekly brush
CoatShort or long, depending on the cross
LifespanTypically 12+ years

What lurchers are like to live with

A lurcher is a type, not a breed. Dogs Trust describes it as a sighthound, such as a Greyhound, Whippet or Saluki, crossed with another breed such as a Collie or Terrier. Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home says lurchers "are not actually a recognised breed".

Lurchers listed in and around Newark and Sherwood today

As of 8 November 2026, 6 lurchers are listed with rescues in and around Newark and Sherwood on LocalPetFinder: by their listed age, 1 puppy aged 12 months or under and 5 adults.

3 of them are listed as a cross, as the rescue describes it: Lurcher Cross (2) and Lurcher x Saluki. Breed labels on rescue listings are often a best guess from looks.

The rescues mark 3 as able to live with children and 1 with other dogs. Where a profile says nothing, it doesn't mean no: ask the rescue.

Sources (checked 30 September 2026)

  • Dogs Trust: Lurcher (Lurchers vary with the breeds in the mix; Battersea describes them as medium to large, with a life expectancy of 12 to 15 years.)

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Breed descriptions are general. Every rescue animal is an individual, so the rescue's own assessment of the animal comes first.

Lurchers in Newark and Sherwood: your questions

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How many rescue lurchers are available for adoption in Newark and Sherwood?

As of 8 November 2026, 6 lurchers are listed for adoption in and around Newark and Sherwood on LocalPetFinder, from Thornberry Animal Sanctuary, Doris Banham Dog Rescue and RAIN Rescue. All are with rescues within about 25 miles of Newark and Sherwood, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

Which rescues near Newark and Sherwood have lurchers right now, and how old are they?

As of 8 November 2026, Thornberry Animal Sanctuary (at North Anston, about 21 miles away): 4, Doris Banham Dog Rescue (at Cottam, about 15 miles away): 1 and RAIN Rescue (at Misson, about 23 miles away): 1. By age, that is 1 puppy and 5 adult dogs. The newest was added on 5 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

Where can I adopt a lurcher in Newark and Sherwood?

With the rescue that has the dog. Today the lurchers on this page are with Thornberry Animal Sanctuary (4), Doris Banham Dog Rescue (1) and RAIN Rescue (1). Open a profile and apply to that rescue: each one runs its own application, home check and adoption fee. We don't rehome animals ourselves.

What is a lurcher?

A lurcher is a sighthound, such as a Greyhound, Whippet or Saluki, crossed with another breed such as a Collie or Terrier, as Dogs Trust puts it. It is a type rather than a recognised breed, so lurchers vary in size and coat.

What is the difference between a lurcher and a greyhound?

A greyhound is a pedigree breed; a lurcher is a cross. Dogs Trust names the lurcher as one common greyhound crossbreed, a mix of a sighthound like a Greyhound, Saluki or Whippet with a Collie or Terrier, and says lurchers can be long-haired or short-haired. Blue Cross says they often share similar traits to greyhounds.

Are lurchers good with children?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. Today the rescues mark 3 of the 6 lurchers listed in and around Newark and Sherwood as able to live with children. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue what age of children the dog could live with.

How much does it cost to adopt a lurcher in Newark and Sherwood?

The lurchers listed in and around Newark and Sherwood today are with Thornberry Animal Sanctuary at North Anston, about 21 miles away (4), Doris Banham Dog Rescue at Cottam, about 15 miles away (1) and RAIN Rescue at Misson, about 23 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.

Are there lurcher puppies for sale in Newark and Sherwood?

No. We don't list animals for sale. Every lurcher on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 6 lurchers listed in and around Newark and Sherwood today are with Thornberry Animal Sanctuary at North Anston, about 21 miles away (4), Doris Banham Dog Rescue at Cottam, about 15 miles away (1) and RAIN Rescue at Misson, about 23 miles away (1), and each rescue shows its own fee on the profile. For comparison, Dogs Trust £300, and Blue Cross puppies under six months start from £525. If you searched "lurcher puppies for sale Newark and Sherwood", the lurchers here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price. In England, Lucy's Law has meant since 6 April 2020 that puppies under six months can't be sold by a third party such as a pet shop or dealer: you buy direct from the breeder or adopt from a rehoming centre.

Can I get a free lurcher to a good home in Newark and Sherwood, or one under £500?

Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 6 lurchers listed in and around Newark and Sherwood today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; the nearest rescue is Doris Banham Dog Rescue at Cottam, about 15 miles away. Many rescue fees are under £500: Dogs Trust charges £300, and Blue Cross from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over. An animal offered "free to a good home" is usually a private advert rather than a rescue. All dogs in the UK must be microchipped by 8 weeks old, and in England, Wales and Scotland a dog can't pass to a new keeper until it is chipped, so ask to see the microchip details.

Are there lurcher puppies for adoption in Newark and Sherwood?

Yes: 1 puppy of the 6 listed in and around Newark and Sherwood is 12 months or under by their listed age.

Are there older lurchers for adoption in Newark and Sherwood?

Not right now: none of the 6 listed in and around Newark and Sherwood is aged 7 or over by its listed age. Older lurchers do come into rescue, so check back. Some rescues charge less for older dogs: Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over.

Is there a lurcher rescue near me in Newark and Sherwood?

As of 8 November 2026, the lurchers listed in and around Newark and Sherwood are with Thornberry Animal Sanctuary at North Anston, about 21 miles away (4), Doris Banham Dog Rescue at Cottam, about 15 miles away (1) and RAIN Rescue at Misson, about 23 miles away (1). The nearest to Newark and Sherwood is Doris Banham Dog Rescue at Cottam, about 15 miles away. You can also see lurchers across Nottinghamshire. 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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