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Border Collie puppies and dogs in Santa Clara, California

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Ellie

Border Collie

Female, Young
San Jose, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
I adopted Ellie from someone in Modesto through Craigslist when she was about 6 months old. Ellie is now 3 years old. She is very energetic and friendly with everyone and other children, and loves to jump on people and be petted. When she meets other dogs, she will initially bark and run around them, and it takes her a while to get close because she's not an outdoor dog; we always keep her indoors. I adopted her when I had been living alone for two years, and my landlord needed to take the house back for renovations, so we had to move back in with my parents. My father has a history of asthma and sometimes has difficulty breathing, and his condition has worsened since being exposed to dog hair. When we first moved back, we kept her indoors. Her daily routine was that in the morning she would go out to the backyard to play and run around, and in the evening she would sleep in the garage (she has a heated bed to keep her warm). But now my father's health has worsened so...
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Sissy

Border Collie

Female, Adult
Sunnyvale, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Personality: affectionate, playful &#226&#128&#139&#226&#128&#139&#226&#128&#139Breed: border collie mix Age: 2-3 years &#226&#128&#139&#226&#128&#139Weight:  35lbs &#226&#128&#139&#226&#128&#139Sex: female FOSTER NEEDED - available for foster to adopt Rescued from Tehama County Smart, active girl  Playful with other dogs Learning how to walk on leash and basic manners.  Seems to be housetrained  www.coppersdream.org If you are interested in adopting this dog please visit this link to get the adoption process started. We hold adoption events from San Francisco to the South Bay. Most dogs will be ready to go home the day of the adoption event. We accept credit cards and cash for our adoption fees. While adoption events are a great showcase for these amazing dogs, you don't need an adoption event to adopt a dog.  Check out our adoptable pups, submit an application, and then meet them at their foster home! We try to post the dogs that are attending on Facebook before the event, please visit and like us on Facebook. To View other dogs up for adoption please visit our website. November 30, 2025, 11:42 am
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Hickory

Border Collie Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, Young
Sunnyvale, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Personality: adventurous, playful &#226&#128&#139&#226&#128&#139&#226&#128&#139Breed: border collie mix Age: est DOB 8/20/25 &#226&#128&#139&#226&#128&#139Weight:  &#226&#128&#139&#226&#128&#139Sex: male Rescued from Tehama County Quick to check out new places and people Attentive to his humans and loves cuddles Follows his sister's lead and likes to do things as a pair - would be good with another dog Learning housetraining  Has already started to learn come and sit Loves squeaky toys, tug a'war, and wrestling   www.coppersdream.org If you are interested in adopting this dog please visit this link to get the adoption process started. We hold adoption events from San Francisco to the South Bay. Most dogs will be ready to go home the day of the adoption event. We accept credit cards and cash for our adoption fees. While adoption events are a great showcase for these amazing dogs, you don't need an adoption event to adopt a dog.  Check out our adoptable pups, submit an application, and then meet them at their foster home! We try to post the dogs that are attending on Facebook before the event, please visit and like us on Facebook. To View other dogs up for adoption please visit our website. November 2, 2025, 12:29 am
We'll also keep you updated on Montana's adoption status with email updates.
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Montana

Border Collie

Female, Young
San jose, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Montana is an affectionate 4-year-old Lab/Pit mix who’s ready to be your loyal companion for life. This sweet girl is a fetch fanatic who lives for playtime and loves nothing more than chasing balls with her favorite humans. She’s both treat and toy motivated and ready to learn new tricks. Montana gets along fine with other dogs, but she’s truly a people-focused pup who wants to be your number-one play partner. On a recent Doggie Day Out adventure, she proved to be a calm car passenger and a wonderful trail companion. She enjoys sniffy walks and likes to lead the way without pulling on the leash. Though Montana can be a little shy when meeting new people, she warms up quickly with patience (and a few tasty treats). Once she feels comfortable, she enjoys gentle petting and cuddle time with her friends. If you can toss a tennis ball, you’re already in her inner circle! Montana was placed on final because shelter life has become overwhelming for her. Repeated encounters with unfamiliar people reaching into her kennel have left her feeling uneasy, and she may growl or show her teeth to ask for space. But outside the kennel, Montana’s true personality shines—sweet, playful, and full of love. Montana will thrive in a calm, patient home that gives her time to decompress and build trus ##2599337##
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Buster

Border Collie

Male, 7 mos
San jose, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
STABBED BY HIS OWNER, NOW HES ALL ALONE Rescue preferred This is not the life Buster deserves to be living Buster came to the shelter in July after being stabbed by his owner with a sword. He was seen by an offsite vet, his owner was arrested, and he has been here as evidence ever since. His owner’s case was dismissed due to a lack of evidence (unfortunately), and Buster is now FINALLY able to leave the shelter after being cooped up in a kennel for over FIVE MONTHS. We prefer that Buster goes to a rescue, as we do not want Buster to ever have to go back to the person who did this to him— he deserves better. He deserves love. Buster’s story is sad, but please do not bring him into your home unprepared just because his story tugs at your heart. Anyone who takes Buster home needs to be prepared for a long and potentially rocky and frustrating decompression process. Being in a shelter for so long is not easy and takes a toll on a dog’s psyche (and behaviors). He needs space and grace to heal. Currently, Buster’s mind is all over the place so it takes him a bit to connect with people because he is just too overwhelmed. He needs someone who understands that it may not be love at first sight. Someone patient who will not necessarily shower him with love but will give him structure, boundaries, and a safe place to rest his bones. Buster seems to want to be with dogs, but again, he needs to decompress. He lacks manners and shows some dominant behaviors, possibly due to how stressed he is. We cannot say for sure how his opinion of dogs and behaviors toward them will change once he is in a home, but currently he would do best with SLOW intros (decompression!!!!) and a tolerant, friendly dog. ##2619651##
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MOMMA

Border Collie

Female, 3 yrs
San Jose, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
01/06/26 17:04Placed on Needs Rescue due to shelter being critically over capacity.Dog Front of kennel when approaching, no issue leashing. Walks well on leash and approached adjacent kennels to smell calmly. Would hesitate when passing staff while walking but would quickly return to walking after some baby talking. Fairly stiff posture when outside of kennel. No issues vaccinating, dog remained very docile and allowed invasive handling; attempted to pull away but did not escalate. No issues walking back to room or reaching over to remove leash.

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We'll also keep you updated on Borris's adoption status with email updates.
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Borris

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, Adult
Santa Clara, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Borris.  This mellow guy loves cuddles, sofa time, toys, bones, and mealtime. He enjoys walks and car rides, and would thrive in a calm home. He’d be happy as an only dog or with a canine buddy. Looking for a laid-back companion? Borris is your guy! Energy Level?  Low House trained?  Yes Describe how they are on a leash?  He walks with a loose leash but does move from side to side—no reactivity to cars, bikes, or dogs.  Describe how they are with other dogs?  Friendly with all dogs, big and small  Have they been around cats or other animals? How were they?  Good with our cat and our dogs Commands they know?  Sit and come What are their favorite things? Laying on the sofa and watching a movie.  What do they need to work on?  He could benefit from additional training.  He's a fast learner. How are they when left alone? How long have they been left alone?  He can free roam the house. He has been alone for 8 hours.  Where do they sleep?  Borris sleeps on his dog bed What is their ideal home?   Borris is looking for a calm, adult home with someone kind and gentle. He’s a sweet boy who needs a little understanding. He doesn’t like to be grabbed by the collar and will give a gentle warning if he feels unsure. Borris loves his walks, car rides, and cozy downtime. He’d be happy as an only dog or with another mellow pup by his side. A peaceful home where he can feel safe and loved would be perfect for him.  October 8, 2025, 5:01 pm

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Border Collie shelters & rescues in Santa Clara, California

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for Border Collie puppies in Santa Clara, California. Browse these Border Collie rescues and shelters below.

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Rescue

5.5 miles

Copper's Dream

Sunnyvale, CA 94085

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

6.3 miles

BAMM Rescue - San Jose, CA Foster

San jose, CA 94088

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

7.7 miles

San Jose Animal Care Center

2750 Monterey Highway, San Jose, CA 95111

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Shelter

12.6 miles

Pets In Need, Palo Alto (For the City of Palo Alto)

3281 E. Bayshore Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94303

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Rescue

22.6 miles

Welcome Paws Korean Dog Rescue - San Francisco Transport

San Ramon, CA 94582

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

23.6 miles

Tri-Valley Animal Rescue

PO Box 11143, Pleasanton, CA 94588

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

25.5 miles

East County Animal Shelter

4595 Gleason Drive, Dublin, CA 94568

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Shelter

28.1 miles

Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA

1450 Rollins Road, Burlingame, CA 94010

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Shelter

31.8 miles

East Bay SPCA - Oakland

8323 Baldwin Street, Oakland, CA 94621

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

34 miles

Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter

1590 Fortmann Way, Alameda, CA 94501

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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