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

There are 2 special needs dogs looking for a new home in and around York right now, listed by Greenleaf Animal Rescue and Yorkshire Rose 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 York, in places such as Cleckheaton and West Yorkshire. Each card shows the town and how far it is.

By listed age: 1 puppy and 1 adult.

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

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Sheila, crossbreed for adoption in Cleckheaton

Sheila

10 months • Female • Crossbreed

high energyNeurological condition
Can live with:ChildrenOther dogs
Yorkshire Rose Dog Rescue

In foster near Cleckheaton · 31 miles

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Drax, american pocket bulldog for adoption in West Yorkshire

Drax

2 years • Male • American Pocket Bulldog

high energyAllergies
Can live with:Children
Greenleaf Animal Rescue· West Yorkshire
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Special needs dogs near York right now

2 special needs dogs are listed in or around York today, with 2 rescues. By age: 1 puppy and 1 adult dog. 1 is male and 1 female. The newest was added on 20 October 2026.

  • Yorkshire Rose Dog Rescue at Cleckheaton, about 31 miles away: 1 special needs dog
  • Greenleaf Animal Rescue at West Yorkshire: 1 special needs dog

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Special needs dogs in York: your questions

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

As of 7 November 2026, 2 special needs dogs are listed for adoption in and around York on LocalPetFinder, from Greenleaf Animal Rescue and Yorkshire Rose Dog Rescue. All are with rescues reachable from York, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

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

As of 7 November 2026, Yorkshire Rose Dog Rescue (at Cleckheaton, about 31 miles away): 1 and Greenleaf Animal Rescue (at West Yorkshire): 1. By age, that is 1 puppy and 1 adult dog. The newest was added on 20 October 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

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

The special needs dogs listed in and around York today are with Yorkshire Rose Dog Rescue at Cleckheaton, about 31 miles away (1) and Greenleaf Animal Rescue at West Yorkshire (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 York?

As of 7 November 2026, the special needs dogs listed in and around York are with Yorkshire Rose Dog Rescue at Cleckheaton, about 31 miles away (1) and Greenleaf Animal Rescue at West Yorkshire (1). The nearest to York is Yorkshire Rose Dog Rescue at Cleckheaton, about 31 miles away. You can also see special needs dogs across North Yorkshire. 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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