Border Collie Rescue Dogs & Puppies for Adoption in and around Wiltshire
No Border Collies are listed for adoption or rehoming in and around Wiltshire right now.
No Border Collies listed in Wiltshire right now
That just means none are on the site at the moment, not that the breed is unavailable. New listings arrive from rescues and local owners all the time. Be first in line, or help one find a home.
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Border Collies near Wiltshire right now
No Border Collies are listed with rescues in or around Wiltshire on LocalPetFinder today. See Border Collies across England for the wider area.
About Border Collies
| Breed group | Pastoral |
|---|---|
| Size | Medium |
| Height (breed standard) | Dogs 53 cm, bitches slightly less |
| Exercise | More than 2 hours a day |
| Size of home | Small house with a large garden |
| Grooming | More than once a week |
| Coat | Moderately long or smooth (both shed) |
| Lifespan | Over 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".
Sources (checked 30 September 2026)
- The Royal Kennel Club: Border Collie (Height and coat varieties from the breed standard. All in sources.)
Read the full Border Collie guide: health, temperament, costs and UK law →
Breed descriptions are general. Every rescue animal is an individual, so the rescue's own assessment of the animal comes first.
Border Collies in Wiltshire: your questions
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How many rescue Border Collies are available for adoption in Wiltshire?
As of 8 November 2026, no Border Collies are listed for adoption in and around Wiltshire on LocalPetFinder. Rescues add animals all the time, so this page fills as they list them.
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.
How much does it cost to adopt a Border Collie in Wiltshire?
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 Wiltshire?
No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Border Collie on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. Rescues rehome animals rather than selling them, usually for an adoption fee: for example, Dogs Trust £300, and Blue Cross puppies under six months start from £525. The fee usually goes towards vet work already done, such as neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations. If you searched "border collie puppies for sale Wiltshire", 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 Wiltshire, or one under £500?
Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. 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 Wiltshire?
Not right now: no Border Collies are listed in and around Wiltshire today, so there are no puppies either. Puppies do get listed, and rescues can tell you much more about an adult's character, so check back.
Is there a Border Collie rescue near me in Wiltshire?
This page lists every Border Collie with the rescues we list in Wiltshire and within about 25 miles of it, Wiltshire first and then nearest first, each with its town and distance. 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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