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

There are 4 special needs dogs looking for a new home in and around Rutland right now, listed by East Midlands Dog Rescue and Greenleaf Animal Rescue. These are dogs whose rescue has noted a health condition or care need; each profile explains it.

All 4 are with rescues within about 25 miles of Rutland, in places such as Enderby and Northamptonshire. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of Rutland.

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.

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Purdy & Fig, cavapoo and dacshund 2 for adoption in EnderbyNEW

Purdy & Fig

1 year • Cavapoo and Dacshund 2

high energyOngoing medical condition
Can live with:Other dogs
East Midlands Dog Rescue

Enderby · 22 miles

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Betty, frenchie x pug for adoption in Enderby

Betty

13 months • Female • Frenchie x Pug

Smallhigh energyMissing a limb
East Midlands Dog Rescue

Enderby · 22 miles

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Frank, dashchund for adoption in Enderby

Frank

2 years • Male • Dashchund

high energyOngoing medical condition
East Midlands Dog Rescue

Enderby · 22 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 Rutland right now

4 special needs dogs are listed in or around Rutland today, with 2 rescues. By age: 1 puppy, 2 adult dogs and 1 older dog. 2 are male and 1 female. The newest was added on 1 November 2026.

  • East Midlands Dog Rescue at Enderby, about 22 miles away: 3 special needs dogs
  • Greenleaf Animal Rescue at Northamptonshire: 1 special needs dog

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Special needs dogs in Rutland: your questions

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

As of 8 November 2026, 4 special needs dogs are listed for adoption in and around Rutland on LocalPetFinder, from East Midlands Dog Rescue and Greenleaf Animal Rescue. All are with rescues within about 25 miles of Rutland, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

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

As of 8 November 2026, East Midlands Dog Rescue (at Enderby, about 22 miles away): 3 and Greenleaf Animal Rescue (at Northamptonshire): 1. By age, that is 1 puppy, 2 adult dogs and 1 older dog. The newest was added on 1 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

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

The special needs dogs listed in and around Rutland today are with East Midlands Dog Rescue at Enderby, about 22 miles away (3) 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 Rutland?

As of 8 November 2026, the special needs dogs listed in and around Rutland are with East Midlands Dog Rescue at Enderby, about 22 miles away (3) and Greenleaf Animal Rescue at Northamptonshire (1). The nearest to Rutland is East Midlands Dog Rescue at Enderby, about 22 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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