Special needs rescue dogs for adoption and rehoming in and around Reading
There are 2 special needs dogs looking for a new home in and around Reading right now, listed by Stokenchurch Dog Rescue. These are dogs whose rescue has noted a health condition or care need; each profile explains it.
All 2 are with rescues reachable from Reading, in places such as Stokenchurch. Each card shows the town and how far it is.
By listed age: 1 adult and 1 older dog. By size, as the rescues list them: 1 small and 1 large.
Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.
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Shelby
2 years, 11 months • Male • Labrador Retriever
Special needs dogs near Reading right now
2 special needs dogs are listed in or around Reading today, all with one rescue. By age: 1 adult dog and 1 older dog. All 2 are male. The newest was added on 5 October 2026.
- Stokenchurch Dog Rescue at Stokenchurch, about 15 miles away: 2 special needs dogs
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How many special needs dogs are available for adoption in Reading?
As of 8 November 2026, 2 special needs dogs are listed for adoption in and around Reading on LocalPetFinder, from Stokenchurch Dog Rescue. All are with rescues reachable from Reading, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near Reading have special needs dogs right now, and how old are they?
As of 8 November 2026, Stokenchurch Dog Rescue (at Stokenchurch, about 15 miles away): 2. By age, that is 1 adult dog and 1 older dog. The newest was added on 5 October 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.
How much does it cost to adopt a special needs dog in Reading?
The special needs dogs listed in and around Reading today are with Stokenchurch Dog Rescue at Stokenchurch, about 15 miles away (2); each profile shows that rescue's fee. Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months and £275 for a puppy under six months, 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 Reading?
As of 8 November 2026, the special needs dogs listed in and around Reading are with Stokenchurch Dog Rescue at Stokenchurch, about 15 miles away (2). 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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