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These Border Collies are available in Santa Cruz, California.
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MAPLE

Border Collie

Female, 1 yr 2 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Maple the Collie mix! Maple came to the Shelter after her previous guardians reported that she had a bit too much interest in chasing the chickens in the home and were unable to manage that behavior. Maple lived with other dogs and dog-savvy cats in her previous home whom she enjoyed playing with. She spent the majority of her time outdoors in her previous home, so she may need some patience in the transition to her new home in regards to things like potty training. Maple has lived with children, was reported to be sociable with strangers, and she does well riding in the car. The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation is now offering “Pawsitivity Bucks” with every dog adoption. This $200 training voucher is a way for newly adopted canines and their guardians to connect with local positive reinforcement based behavior consultants and get their relationship started off on the right paw!Please note: Our Santa Cruz location’s Shelter hours are 11-6pm, 7 days a week! Although clients can walk through and see any animals in their kennels during open hours, we end “meet and greets” (aka meeting an animal out of the kennel) at 4:30pm every day. If you’d like to meet an animal out of the kennel, please arrive before 4:00pm to allow for time to discuss individual animals and meet them.

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These Border Collies are available for adoption close to Santa Cruz, California.
We'll also keep you updated on MAPLE's adoption status with email updates.
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MAPLE

Border Collie

Female, 1 yr 2 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Maple the Collie mix! Maple came to the Shelter after her previous guardians reported that she had a bit too much interest in chasing the chickens in the home and were unable to manage that behavior. Maple lived with other dogs and dog-savvy cats in her previous home whom she enjoyed playing with. She spent the majority of her time outdoors in her previous home, so she may need some patience in the transition to her new home in regards to things like potty training. Maple has lived with children, was reported to be sociable with strangers, and she does well riding in the car. The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation is now offering “Pawsitivity Bucks” with every dog adoption. This $200 training voucher is a way for newly adopted canines and their guardians to connect with local positive reinforcement based behavior consultants and get their relationship started off on the right paw!Please note: Our Santa Cruz location’s Shelter hours are 11-6pm, 7 days a week! Although clients can walk through and see any animals in their kennels during open hours, we end “meet and greets” (aka meeting an animal out of the kennel) at 4:30pm every day. If you’d like to meet an animal out of the kennel, please arrive before 4:00pm to allow for time to discuss individual animals and meet them.

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

Border Collie

Female, 4 yrs 2 mos
San Jose, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
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BUDDY

Border Collie Husky

Male, 3 yrs 5 mos
San Martin, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Buddy, a handsome 3-year-old male Border Collie / Husky mix (so far as we can tell, anyway). Buddy is a stunning combination of intelligence and athleticism, sporting a beautiful black and white coat of soft, silky fur.Buddy is a true powerhouse of personality! He is incredibly super smart, bouncy, and always smiling. His brain is always working, which makes him a joy to train. He already boasts an impressive set of commands, including sit, down, and wait, and he reliably comes when called!This working-dog enthusiast has the manners to match his smarts: he is potty trained and displays excellent good leash manners, making walks a pleasure. Whether learning a new trick or completing a long run, Buddy is made to be by your side.Buddy is searching for an active, disciplined, fun, and loving home that appreciates his high drive and intelligence. If you are ready for a loyal partner who is as gorgeous as he is brilliant, Buddy is ready to be your co-pilot in life`s adventures!Ready to bring this bouncy, super-smart companion into your structured and loving home? C`mon down and meet Buddy today!

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

Border Collie

Female, 5 yrs 11 mos
Pacific Grove, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Looks like: Border Collie mix Female, 5 years old (estimated), 53 pounds Fern is looking for a home that will give her lots of exercise - a couple of runs daily would be ideal. If you are looking for a running or hiking buddy, Fern would love to be your gal. Fern has an active mind. She is learning the difference between what she is allowed to play with and what is off limits. She is very good at entertaining herself by dragging large dog beds around the house. She loves other dogs, and she is intrigued by cats, but doesn't hurt them. People outside of her usual pack are scary. She is skittish in places she doesn't know and jumps at sudden sounds. She currently lives in a remote area and will likely adjust once she has more positive experiences. Fern was found as a stray in a rural area of Monterey County, and sadly no one came looking for her. We can't wait for this beautiful girl to bond with her people and blossom in time!

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

Border Collie

Female, 3 yrs 2 mos
Pacific Grove, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Zaida! If you’ve been searching for a sweet, silly, treat-powered sidekick, Zaida’s your girl. This gorgeous border collie mix was rescued after being found on the side of the road, and she’s gone from rags to zoomies in no time. Now she’s living her best foster life and is officially ready to find her forever family! Zaida is basically the definition of main character energy. She loves being the center of attention, thrives on praise (and snacks, obviously), and has perfected the art of dramatic herding-dog stares. She’s not here for apartment life, this girl needs a yard to live out her zoomie dreams. Think of her as your personal Peloton instructor, but fuzzier and way cuter. She’s also a one-of-a-kind pup with her own quirks. Zaida has a condition called idiopathic head tremor syndrome (IHTS)—translation: sometimes her head and body do little wiggles of their own. It’s benign and just part of her unique vibe. Along with that, she’s on long-term meds to help with anxiety and OCD, which help her stay her sweet, snuggly, happy self. Zaida would do best with experienced adopters who understand herding breeds and are ready to keep her brain and body busy. She prefers to be the solo diva in the house but does fine with other dogs too. No tiny humans under 8, please, she’s still working on her social graces. ** This pet is a Foster-to-Adopt candidate! That means you can foster them for a short trial period to make sure they’re the perfect match for your home before finalizing the adoption. If you’re interested, please complete both a foster application and an adoption application so we can get the process started. ** Zaida is currently in a loving foster home. A meet and greet can be scheduled once an online adoption application has been submitted and approved by AFRP staff. Visit www.animalfriendsrescue.org to fill one out today!

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We'll also keep you updated on Sissy's adoption status with email updates.
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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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These pups are in Santa Cruz, California too!

Below are our newest added Border Collies available for adoption in Santa Cruz, California. To see more adoptable Border Collies in Santa Cruz, California, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
We'll also keep you updated on PACO's adoption status with email updates.
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PACO

Australian Cattle Dog Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 4 mos
Santa Cruz, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
HI - I'M PACO! I am a sweet 1-year-old Australian Cattle Dog mix in need of a forever home! I was rescued from the streets of Ensenada, Mexico, by a compassionate Canadian couple who then tried to find me a home. Eventually I was placed in a rescue and am doing great! Now, I spend my days running around, playing with my doggy pals, and then taking a much needed nap! I weigh only 40 lbs and am a happy, fun-loving boy. I am an affectionate sweetheart and love nothing more than to snuggle. I'm also fully housebroken and great with cats! Personality-wise, I'm quite mellow but I do get excited when I'm showered with love and attention. I can't wait to become someone's best friend! Please email for an application.

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Border Collie shelters & rescues in Santa Cruz, California

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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2.5 miles

Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter

1001 Rodriguez Avenue, Santa Cruz, 580 Airport Blvd, Watsonville, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

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

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Shelter

24 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

25 miles

Santa Clara County Animal Shelter

12370 Murphy Ave., San Martin, CA 95046

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits

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25.7 miles

Animal Friends Rescue Project

161 Fountain Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

25.7 miles

Peace of Mind Dog Rescue

PO Box 51554, Pacific Grove, CA 93950

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

27.3 miles

Copper's Dream

Sunnyvale, CA 94085

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

38.5 miles

Tri-City Animal Shelter

1950 Stevenson Blvd, Fremont, CA 94538

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

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Shelter

45.6 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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Rescue

49 miles

Welcome Paws Korean Dog Rescue - San Francisco Transport

San Ramon, CA 94582

Pet Types: dogs

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49.9 miles

Tri-Valley Animal Rescue

PO Box 11143, Pleasanton, CA 94588

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Want to learn more about adopting a Border Collie puppy or dog?

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Border Collie basics

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Where do Border Collies come from? How many types of Border Collies are there? From the history of the breed to question about average height, weight and size, brush up on these basic facts about the Border Collie.

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