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Special needs rescue dogs for adoption and rehoming in Scotland

There are 3 special needs dogs looking for a new home in Scotland right now, listed by Dogs Trust. These are dogs whose rescue has noted a health condition or care need; each profile explains it.

By listed age: 2 adults and 1 older dog. By size, as the rescues list them: 1 small, 1 medium and 1 large.

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

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3 dogs looking for a home

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Email alerts are coming soon. Until then, new animals appear on this page as soon as rescues list them, so please check back.

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Special needs dogs in Scotland: your questions

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

As of 30 September 2026, 3 special needs dogs are listed for adoption in Scotland on LocalPetFinder, from Dogs Trust. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

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

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 Scotland?

This page lists every special needs dog with the rescues we list in Scotland and the places within it. Email alerts for new listings are coming soon.

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Special needs dogs in other cities: Birmingham, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester

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Every animal links back to your own adoption page, and you can ask to be removed at any time.

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