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Border Collie puppies and dogs in Hamilton, Ontario

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These Border Collies are available in Hamilton, Ontario.
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Piper

Border Collie

Female, Young
Hamilton, ON
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Piper!! (case #22449) At just eight months old, Piper is still a puppy with a whole world of adventures ahead of her! This lovely Border Collie mix arrived at the shelter as a stray, and sadly, no one came forward to claim her. Now, she’s looking for a fresh start with a family who will help her grow into the confident, happy dog she’s meant to be. Piper is a sweetheart at heart, but she can be a little unsure of herself in new situations. She’s still learning about the world, and she’ll need a patient, encouraging family who understands that confidence takes time to build. The good news? This clever girl already knows how to sit, and she’s motivated by food, making treats and positive reinforcement excellent tools for helping her learn! As a Border Collie mix, Piper has brains to spare and plenty of energy to match. She’ll thrive with a family who enjoys teaching new skills, working on training, and finding fun ways to keep both her mind and body busy. Think walks, games, enrichment activities, and learning new tricks! A predictable routine, clear structure, and consistent, reward-based training will help her feel secure while giving her the guidance she needs to succeed. Piper was a little timid when introduced to an overly enthusiastic dog at the shelter, so she may appreciate a calmer canine companion who respects her space and lets friendships develop at her pace. Any dog introductions should be thoughtful and gradual, allowing Piper the time she needs to feel comfortable. Piper may not be the puppy who rushes headfirst into every new adventure just yet, but with the right support, she has so much potential. She’s looking for someone who will celebrate the little victories, encourage her curiosity, and help her discover that the world isn't such a big, scary place after all. Could you be Piper’s person? If you’re ready to put in the time, offer plenty of enrichment, and help a sweet, smart young dog blossom, Piper could be the perfect partner for your next adventure. Please complete an adoption request: https://www.hamilton.ca/home-neighbourhood/animals-pets/adopt-or-foster-pet/adoptions Animal adoptions and viewing are by appointment only. This allows our Adoption Staff to spend quality time with each potential home to ensure the most successful matches are made between the animals and their new families. *Please note: we only adopt within Ontario

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Piper

Border Collie

Female, Young
Hamilton, ON
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Piper!! (case #22449) At just eight months old, Piper is still a puppy with a whole world of adventures ahead of her! This lovely Border Collie mix arrived at the shelter as a stray, and sadly, no one came forward to claim her. Now, she’s looking for a fresh start with a family who will help her grow into the confident, happy dog she’s meant to be. Piper is a sweetheart at heart, but she can be a little unsure of herself in new situations. She’s still learning about the world, and she’ll need a patient, encouraging family who understands that confidence takes time to build. The good news? This clever girl already knows how to sit, and she’s motivated by food, making treats and positive reinforcement excellent tools for helping her learn! As a Border Collie mix, Piper has brains to spare and plenty of energy to match. She’ll thrive with a family who enjoys teaching new skills, working on training, and finding fun ways to keep both her mind and body busy. Think walks, games, enrichment activities, and learning new tricks! A predictable routine, clear structure, and consistent, reward-based training will help her feel secure while giving her the guidance she needs to succeed. Piper was a little timid when introduced to an overly enthusiastic dog at the shelter, so she may appreciate a calmer canine companion who respects her space and lets friendships develop at her pace. Any dog introductions should be thoughtful and gradual, allowing Piper the time she needs to feel comfortable. Piper may not be the puppy who rushes headfirst into every new adventure just yet, but with the right support, she has so much potential. She’s looking for someone who will celebrate the little victories, encourage her curiosity, and help her discover that the world isn't such a big, scary place after all. Could you be Piper’s person? If you’re ready to put in the time, offer plenty of enrichment, and help a sweet, smart young dog blossom, Piper could be the perfect partner for your next adventure. Please complete an adoption request: https://www.hamilton.ca/home-neighbourhood/animals-pets/adopt-or-foster-pet/adoptions Animal adoptions and viewing are by appointment only. This allows our Adoption Staff to spend quality time with each potential home to ensure the most successful matches are made between the animals and their new families. *Please note: we only adopt within Ontario
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Bootie

Border Collie Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, Young
Mississauga, ON
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION Name: Bootie Breed: border Collie Shepherd mix Gender: male Weights: 25 lbs Age: 6-8months Good with dogs: yes Good with cats: yes Good with kids: yes Housetrained: unknown Crate trained: yes Leash Trained: needs practice, scared Energy level: medium Spay/neutered?: yes Meet Bootie! Bootie is a 6-month-old Border Collie/Shepherd mix weighing 25 pounds, and this sweet boy is ready to find a family to call his own! He may be a little shy at first, but he’s friendly, treat-motivated, and loves attention, playtime, running around, and yummy treats. Bootie gets along with dogs, cats, and kids. He’s crate-trained, does well on car rides. As a Border Collie/Shepherd mix, Bootie may grow into an intelligent, active companion who thrives with mental stimulation and regular exercise. If you’re looking for a sweet, playful pup who would love a furry friend and a family to grow up with, Bootie might just be your perfect match! Please apply if your interested in adopting Bootie.
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Rhonda

Border Collie Husky

Female, 2 yrs 4 mos
Simcoe, ON
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
Rhonda is a wonderful girl who brought up her two female pups and was found wandering on a back concession in Norfolk County. Once in care of SimcoeDHumane, we started with tests and vaccines. Sure enough, she was found to have heartworm with microfilaria present (Baby Heartworm) and so her healing journey begins!We are looking for a LONG-term foster home or a foster2adopt home that can follow through with her treatment. The cost of care will be taken care of by SimcoeDHumane and donor dollars.Please apply at adoptions@SimcoeDHumane.ca
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Apollo

Border Collie

Male, Adult
St Catharines, ON
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Apollo is a 4-year-old Border Collie with a loving, lively personality. He is house/crate trained and knows basic commands. He is very active and needs daily exercise and mental stimulation; without enough, he can become hyper and reactive, but with his needs met he is calm and well behaved. He has anxiety around unfamiliar people/animals and may snap defensively, so slow introductions and an experienced handler are essential. His reactivity has improved significantly but still needs training. He has a past history of leash-related nipping when highly reactive, though this has not happened for quite a while. He is affectionate with children and has lived with cats. Recently, he had two incidents with a household kitten during play, causing injuries requiring vet visits, including a scratch near the eye. They are currently separated/muzzled together. He also becomes intensely fixated on shadows/movement. He needs an experienced home able to provide structure and stimulation.
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George

Border Collie

Male, Adult
Toronto, ON
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
George is a two-year-old male, roughly 45 pounds. He is a cross of some kind, perhaps between a border collie and some sort of hound? He is dignified, polite, intelligent, good-natured, loves to run and play and have his belly rubbed: he shows affection quietly, by coming and placing his head against you. He is neutered, microchipped and house-trained. He is very good with people, and generally with other dogs, at least off-leash. He can panic, however, on-leash, if he gets in close quarters with another dog. We think he must have broken his left hind foot at some point in the past: it has healed, and he can run very fast on it, but occasionally favours it, and has begun to develop arthritis. He currently lives with 2 dogs listed on our site: Pipo and Karti. George and Pipo are especially good together.  George's ideal home would be one with people who are calm and are experienced with large dogs. One where he's allowed on the couch and bed. His foster home is in  midtown Toronto.  Due to time constraints, we cannot respond to every email asking for more information on a dog. Please carefully review the bio for the dog and our adoption process https://www.speakingofdogs.com/adoption/adoption-process/.  If you are still interested in adopting, please fill out the adoption application form at the bottom of that page.October 23, 2026, 7:44 pm
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Finn

Border Collie Labrador Retriever

Male, Senior
Toronto, ON
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Finn is located in Milton. Meet Finn, a bright, curious 60 pound Collie/Labrador mix who turns 8 years old this November.  He is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on his vetting.  He’s looking for someone who enjoys sharing their attention, teaching a dog new things, and making everyday outings interesting. Finn loves games and training. He’s smart and enjoys a challenge, although he can lose interest when things become too repetitive. Mixing up his games, practising different skills, and exploring new walking routes help keep him engaged. His ideal person would enjoy that interaction and be excited to include him in their day. Finn likes being close to his people and often follows along with whatever you’re doing. He isn’t a big snuggler, but he shows affection through licking. He also explores the world with his nose and mouth: chewing sticks, squishing tennis balls, and enthusiastically dismantling toys are favourite activities. He’ll need suitable chew toys and supervision with things he could chew apart. At home, Finn barks very little and hasn’t been destructive of household belongings. He will bark when people visit but takes his cues from his owner and warms up quickly to visitors.  He has not lived with cats or other dogs. Cats are not recommended but he does have the potential to live with another dog.   His ideal home would be someone who works from home at least part of the time or is home more often than not to meet his mental and physical needs.  October 23, 2026, 7:44 pm

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Ellie aka Eddy

Australian Cattle Dog Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 4 yrs 6 mos
Hamilton, ON
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I really need a family with another dog (or can be only dog) and a securely fenced yard. Great with dogs, cats and kids. You can contact us directly at Kzyrnr17@yahoo.com or info@dogdiggityrescue.com, or fill out an application at either https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HTX/Dog I need an active Austrialian Cattle Dog mix family home. Eddy (female) is a 6 mos old 41 lb active Austrialian Cattle Dog/Shepher mix (we think) I am a semi energetic happy gal that LOVES my people unconditionally. I like daily walks, car rides, toys, dog beds and hanging out with my humans. I am house trained and crate trained. I will require daily walks and some dog training. No children under 6 yrs of age. I am NOT an apartment or condo dog. I am a family pet! This is a courtesy post for Helotes Humane Society You can contact us directly at Kzyrnr17@yahoo.com or info@dogdiggityrescue.com, or fill out and application at either https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HTX/Exotic/Other All adopted pups and dogs are transported to WA/OR families when fully vetted, spayed/neutered and microchipped.For information on how to adopt me, please contact my foster parents at info@dogdiggityrescue.com. L&S Dog Diggity Rescue is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, where there are over 350,000 homeless pets. We save homeless and abandoned dogs and find them loving forever homes in other areas, where pet homelessness is not epidemic. All of our pets are located here, in San Antonio, and we partner with rescues to provide transportation for our pets to their new homes. Our adoption fee includes vet care (vaccinations, spay/neuter, microchipping, etc), as well as transportation and health certificate. Please contact us to ask about our adoption process and our adoption fees.
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Ally

Australian Cattle Dog

Female, 2 yrs 6 mos
Hamilton, ON
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Happy weet and loving Semi Energetic Australian Cattle Dog mix looking for a nice family to be doted on! Please contact us to submit an application directly at Kzyrnr17@yahoo.com or info@dogdiggityrescue.com or https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HTX/Dog Ally is 7 mos old 37 lb Australian Cattle Dog mix. She is looking for a semi active kind family with a securely fenced yard. She will enjoy having another dog companion, or cats or be the only pet to be doted on in the home. She will be fine with kind children over age of 9 yrs old. She is very affectionate, loves dog beds, toys, walks and treats. She is crate trained and knows commands sit and come. Great companion for someone looking for loving companion.. L & S Dog Diggity Rescue is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, where there are over 800,000 homeless pets. We save homeless and abandoned dogs and find them loving forever homes in other areas, where pet homelessness is not epidemic. All of our pets are located here, in San Antonio, and we partner with rescues to provide transportation for our pets to their new homes. Our adoption fee includes vet care (vaccinations, spay/neuter, microchipping, etc), as well as transportation and health certificate. Please contact us to ask about our adoption process and our adoption fees.

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2.1 miles

City of Hamilton Animal Services

247 Dartnall Road, Hamilton, ON L8W 3V9

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

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Rescue

24.5 miles

Backstreet Paws Rescue

Mississauga, ON L5J 4G9

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

34.3 miles

Simcoe and District Humane Society

24 Grigg Drive, P.O. Box 193, Simcoe, ON N3Y 4L1

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

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Rescue

36.6 miles

Speaking of Dogs Rescue

Toronto, ON M9W 3L8

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

39.4 miles

Village Dog Rescue - Toronto

Toronto, ON M5V 3L9

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

39.9 miles

Adopt Korean Rescue - Toronto

Toronto, ON M5G 2R3

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

40.2 miles

WELCOME DOG KOREA

TORONTO, ON M5B 2A5

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

40.2 miles

Dream Tails Rescue-Toronto Transport

Toronto, ON M5B 0B4

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

41.2 miles

Finn's Rescue Ranch and Sanctuary - Ontario Transport

Niagara On The Lake, ON L0S 1J0

Pet Types: dogs

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41.2 miles

Niagara Dog Rescue

Niagara Falls, ON L0S 1J0

Pet Types: dogs

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