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Border Collie Rescue Dogs & Puppies for Adoption in and around North West Leicestershire

There are 4 Border Collies looking for a new home in and around North West Leicestershire right now, listed by Ashbourne Animal Welfare, Leicester Animal Rescue, Paws A While Shelter and Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue. Includes Border Collie crosses.

All 4 are with rescues within about 25 miles of North West Leicestershire, in places such as Derby, Alrewas and Ashbourne. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of North West Leicestershire.

By listed age: 1 puppy, 2 adults and 1 older dog.

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

1 Border Collie puppy available in and around North West Leicestershire

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

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Flynn, border collie for adoption in DerbyNEW

Flynn

6 years • Male • Border Collie

Mediumhigh energyArthritis
Can live with:Other dogs
Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue

In foster near Derby · 13 miles

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Rizzo, border collie for adoption in Alrewas

Rizzo

5 years • Female • Border Collie

Mediumhigh energy
Paws A While Shelter

Alrewas · 14 miles

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Coapy, border collie/large munsterlander for adoption in AshbourneNEW

Coapy

7 years • Male • Border Collie/Large Munsterlander

high energy
Can live with:ChildrenOther dogsCats
Ashbourne Animal Welfare

Ashbourne · 22 miles

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Freya, border collie for adoption in Billesdon

Freya

1 year • Female • Border Collie

Mediumhigh energy
Can live with:ChildrenOther dogs
Leicester Animal Rescue

Billesdon · 23 miles

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Border Collies near North West Leicestershire right now

4 Border Collies are listed in or around North West Leicestershire today, with 4 rescues. By age: 1 puppy, 2 adult dogs and 1 older dog. 2 are male and 2 female. The newest was added on 4 November 2026.

  • Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue at Derby, about 13 miles away: 1 Border Collie
  • Paws A While Shelter at Alrewas, about 14 miles away: 1 Border Collie
  • Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 22 miles away: 1 Border Collie
  • Leicester Animal Rescue at Billesdon, about 23 miles away: 1 Border Collie

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About Border Collies

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Border Collie
Breed groupPastoral
SizeMedium
Height (breed standard)Dogs 53 cm, bitches slightly less
ExerciseMore than 2 hours a day
Size of homeSmall house with a large garden
GroomingMore than once a week
CoatModerately long or smooth (both shed)
LifespanOver 12 years

What Border Collies are like to live with

The Border Collie takes its name from the border regions of England, Scotland and Wales, where it worked sheep in the hills. The Royal Kennel Club calls it a "naturally active and intelligent herding specialist and all-round worker", says it is still seen working sheep and cattle, and says it "needs to be engaged to lead a fulfilled life".

Border Collies listed in and around North West Leicestershire today

As of 7 November 2026, 4 Border Collies are listed with rescues in and around North West Leicestershire on LocalPetFinder: by their listed age, 1 puppy aged 12 months or under, 2 adults and 1 aged 7 or over.

The rescues mark 2 as able to live with children, 1 with cats and 3 with other dogs. Where a profile says nothing, it doesn't mean no: ask the rescue.

Sources (checked 30 September 2026)

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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.

Border Collies in North West Leicestershire: your questions

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How many rescue Border Collies are available for adoption in North West Leicestershire?

As of 7 November 2026, 4 Border Collies are listed for adoption in and around North West Leicestershire on LocalPetFinder, from Ashbourne Animal Welfare, Leicester Animal Rescue, Paws A While Shelter and Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue. All are with rescues within about 25 miles of North West Leicestershire, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

Which rescues near North West Leicestershire have Border Collies right now, and how old are they?

As of 7 November 2026, Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue (at Derby, about 13 miles away): 1, Paws A While Shelter (at Alrewas, about 14 miles away): 1, Ashbourne Animal Welfare (at Ashbourne, about 22 miles away): 1 and Leicester Animal Rescue (at Billesdon, about 23 miles away): 1. By age, that is 1 puppy, 2 adult dogs and 1 older dog. The newest was added on 4 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

Where can I adopt a Border Collie in North West Leicestershire?

With the rescue that has the dog. Today the Border Collies on this page are with Ashbourne Animal Welfare (1), Leicester Animal Rescue (1), Paws A While Shelter (1) and Yappy Ever After Dog 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.

How much exercise does a Border Collie need?

More than two hours a day, according to The Royal Kennel Club, which says the breed needs to be engaged to lead a fulfilled life. Dogs Trust adds training and daily enrichment to daily walks and play. Ask the rescue how much this dog needs, as age and health make a difference.

Can a Border Collie live in a flat?

The Royal Kennel Club says a small house can be enough, but pairs it with a large garden and more than two hours of exercise a day. It does not list a flat as suitable, so ask the rescue whether this particular dog could settle in one.

Are Border Collies good with children?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. Today the rescues mark 2 of the 4 Border Collies listed in and around North West Leicestershire 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 Border Collie in North West Leicestershire?

The Border Collies listed in and around North West Leicestershire today are with Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue at Derby, about 13 miles away (1), Paws A While Shelter at Alrewas, about 14 miles away (1), Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 22 miles away (1) and 1 other rescue; 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 Border Collie puppies for sale in North West Leicestershire?

No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Border Collie on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 4 Border Collies listed in and around North West Leicestershire today are with Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue at Derby, about 13 miles away (1), Paws A While Shelter at Alrewas, about 14 miles away (1), Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 22 miles away (1) and 1 other rescue, 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 "border collie puppies for sale North West Leicestershire", the Border Collies 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 Border Collie to a good home in North West Leicestershire, or one under £500?

Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 4 Border Collies listed in and around North West Leicestershire today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; the nearest rescue is Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue at Derby, about 13 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 Border Collie puppies for adoption in North West Leicestershire?

Yes: 1 puppy of the 4 listed in and around North West Leicestershire is 12 months or under by their listed age.

Are there older Border Collies for adoption in North West Leicestershire?

Yes: 1 of the 4 listed in and around North West Leicestershire is aged 7 or over by their listed age. Some rescues charge less for older dogs: Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over.

Is there a Border Collie rescue near me in North West Leicestershire?

As of 7 November 2026, the Border Collies listed in and around North West Leicestershire are with Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue at Derby, about 13 miles away (1), Paws A While Shelter at Alrewas, about 14 miles away (1), Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 22 miles away (1) and Leicester Animal Rescue at Billesdon, about 23 miles away (1). The nearest to North West Leicestershire is Yappy Ever After Dog Rescue at Derby, about 13 miles away. You can also see Border Collies 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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