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Special needs rescue dogs for adoption and rehoming in and around Peterborough

There are 2 special needs dogs looking for a new home in and around Peterborough right now, listed by Greenleaf Animal Rescue and Jerry Green Dog Rescue. These are dogs whose rescue has noted a health condition or care need; each profile explains it.

All 2 are with rescues within about 25 miles of Peterborough, in places such as Algarkirk and Northamptonshire. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of Peterborough.

By listed age: 1 adult and 1 older dog.

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

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Belle, french bulldog for adoption in Algarkirk

Belle

5 years • Female • French Bulldog

Smalllow energySpecial diet
Can live with:Children
Jerry Green Dog Rescue

Algarkirk · 24 miles

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Conker, ridgeback x hound for adoption in Northamptonshire

Conker

11 years • Male • Ridgeback x Hound

low energyArthritis
Can live with:Cats
Greenleaf Animal Rescue· Northamptonshire
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Special needs dogs near Peterborough right now

2 special needs dogs are listed in or around Peterborough today, with 2 rescues. By age: 1 adult dog and 1 older dog. 1 is male and 1 female. The newest was added on 6 October 2026.

  • Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Algarkirk, 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 Peterborough: your questions

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

As of 8 November 2026, 2 special needs dogs are listed for adoption in and around Peterborough on LocalPetFinder, from Greenleaf Animal Rescue and Jerry Green Dog Rescue. All are with rescues within about 25 miles of Peterborough, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

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

As of 8 November 2026, Jerry Green Dog Rescue (at Algarkirk, about 24 miles away): 1 and Greenleaf Animal Rescue (at Northamptonshire): 1. By age, that is 1 adult dog and 1 older dog. The newest was added on 6 October 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

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

The special needs dogs listed in and around Peterborough today are with Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Algarkirk, about 24 miles away (1) and Greenleaf Animal Rescue at Northamptonshire (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 Peterborough?

As of 8 November 2026, the special needs dogs listed in and around Peterborough are with Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Algarkirk, about 24 miles away (1) and Greenleaf Animal Rescue at Northamptonshire (1). The nearest to Peterborough is Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Algarkirk, about 24 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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