German Shepherd Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Bristol

22 German Shepherd Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Bristol

Find 22 German Shepherd dogs for adoption in Bristol, including rescue and rehoming listings from shelters, breeders and private owners.

This page helps you compare German Shepherd dogs available for adoption in and around Bristol, whether you are looking for a puppy, an adult dog, or a German Shepherd ready for a new home.

Before enquiring, check each dog's age, temperament, background and rehoming requirements so you can choose a German Shepherd that suits your home, lifestyle and experience.

New to adoption? Read our buying checklist and German Shepherd breed information to help you prepare before contacting a seller or rescue.

  • Nella 4

    Nella

    1 day ago
    • 2 Years Old

    Nella's ideal home Meet Nella, a bright and active young German Shepherd, approximately 2 years old, looking for a calm, experienced, adult only home. She’ll need to be the only pet and would suit a quieter environment with minimal visitors and access to quiet walking areas. Nella is looking for dedicated owners who are happy to continue her training and behavioural support,

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Newton Tony, Wiltshire (41 miles)

  • Cowboy 10

    Cowboy

    1 week ago
    • 2 Years Old

    Cowboy's ideal home Meet the cutest boy on the block, Cowboy! He is a 2.5-year old Saluki X Shepherd looking for his forever home! Cowboy is an incredibly clever, playful, fun boy who would love an active family that are able to keep him stimulated mentally and physically. Cowboy is so fun to train with, and being mixed with Shepherd types, he would love a family to offer him

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (26 miles)

  • Willow 7

    Willow

    2 weeks ago
    • 1 Year Old

    Willow's ideal home Willow is a 1yr old German Shepherd cross with a soul as beautiful as she is. She is quite a nervous lady but once you know her the sweet and goofy side of her really shines through. As she likes a short intro to new faces Willow is best suited to an adult only home. She’ll need to be the only dog but has lived with cats before and could potentially do so

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (51 miles)

  • Erika 8

    Erika

    3 weeks ago
    • 9 Years Old

    Erika's ideal home Erika is a sweet girl who is currently being a wonderful house guest out in one of our foster homes. She is looking for a home where she is the only dog but can have walking friends out and about once she has settled in. Erika is able to live with children of secondary school age. Erika absolutely adores her toys and will spend a lot of her time playing

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (51 miles)

  • Major 3

    Major

    • 4 Years Old

    Major's ideal home Meet Major. A beautiful 4 year old German Shepherd who is looking for his perfect forever home where he can truly be part of the family. He could happily live with children 11+ and would thrive in a home that can match his loving nature and playful energy. Major has lived in a home before and is housetrained, and was also comfortable being left for a few

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (74 miles)

  • Rudi 3

    Rudi

    • 2 Years Old

    Rudi's ideal home Rudi is a handsome 2-year-old Rottweiler cross German Shepherd looking for an active home ready to continue his training and help him settle into family life. He came into our care as a stray, so unfortunately we do not have any previous home history for him. Because of this, Rudi may need some help with housetraining and learning how to be left alone, so any

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (74 miles)

  • Athena 1

    Athena

    • 5 Years Old

    Athena's ideal home Say hello to Athena. She is a beautiful 5 year old German Shepherd looking for her forever home. Athena can live with older secondary school aged children that are confident with large breed Dogs. She is unable to live with another dog in the home, but she is dog social and loves to say hi and have a little play, but she is scared of Chihuahua's! Athena is

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (26 miles)

  • Ozzy 5

    Ozzy

    • 9 Months Old

    Ozzy's ideal home Ozzy is a large, bouncy puppy ready to settle into his new home. He can be a little shy on first greetings but a tasty treat is the way to his heart! He is best suited to live with secondary school aged children but could have younger kids visiting once settled. He loves going out for walks where he can explore and meet other Dogs. Ozzy has lived with a dog

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (51 miles)

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    Groot

    • 2 Years Old

    Groot's ideal home Groot is a sweet German Shepard cross that can't wait to say goodbye to kennels and hello to his forever home. He is looking for a home where someone is around most of the time. He is looking for a home where everyone is over the age of 16 as he can be worried meeting new people, but will come around with patience and understanding. He is also looking for a

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (26 miles)

  • Keita 4

    Keita

    • 6 Years Old

    Keita's ideal home Meet Keita who is on our Homestay scheme and looking for a new home. She is suitable to live with secondary school aged children who are comfortable with her bounce. Keita would like to be the only pet in her home and is best suited to a low dog populated area due to showing reactive behaviours. She had a negative experience with other Dogs when she was just

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (51 miles)

  • Diesel 3

    Diesel

    • 8 Years Old

    Diesel's ideal home Delightful Diesel is looking for a new home after his previous owner sadly passed. Due to his gentle nature, he is suitable to live with primary aged children who are happy with a large dog. Diesel is looking to be the only dog in his new home as he is an independant chap but walking friends would be welcomed to keep up his social skills. While we have no

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (51 miles)

  • Apollo 4

    Apollo

    • 4 Years Old

    Apollo's ideal home Apollo is a handsome German Shepherd with sensitive side. He’s looking for patient adopters who will give him the time he needs to settle into his new home and build confidence at his own pace. Once he feels comfortable, Apollo has the potential to become a loyal and rewarding companion. He is looking for a home with children 16+ who can give him space

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (74 miles)

  • Lucky 4

    Lucky

    • 6 Months Old

    Lucky's ideal home Lucky is looking for a home that can match his energy, he would thrive with an active owner who can provide a couple of hours of physical and mental stimulation each day, helping him stay happy, healthy, and well-balanced. Access to countryside walks nearby would be ideal, giving him plenty of opportunities to explore, exercise, and enjoy the outdoors. Lucky

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Newbury, Berks (52 miles)

  • Lestrade 8

    Lestrade

    • 2 Years Old

    Lestrade's ideal home Lestrade is a lovely lad who has found his way into our care after being found as a stray. He is suitable to live with primary school aged children who are happy with a large dog and he could also live with another dog, pending a successful mix in centre before adoption. We have no history for Lestrade around cats, but he could potentially share his home

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (51 miles)

  • Roman 3

    Roman

    • 11 Months Old

    Roman's ideal home Meet Roman, our gorgeous 8-month old Collie x Shepherd who is looking for his forever home! Roman is looking for a home with another dog, who is able to tolerate his boisterous playstyle and show him the way of the world. Any children in the home would need to be 11yrs+ due to his excitable, bouncy nature and his typical puppy mouthing. Roman is a lovely,

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (26 miles)

  • Lou Lou 1

    Lou Lou

    • 5 Years Old

    Lou Lou's ideal home Lou Lou is a beautiful girl who has come into our care after living in the same home since she was a puppy. She’s now looking for a loving new family who can help her settle into her next chapter. Lou Lou could live with children aged 10 and over, who understand when she needs a little space and can respect her boundaries. While she can sometimes be

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (74 miles)

  • Khol 7

    Khol

    • 9 Years Old

    Khol's ideal home Khol is a loving older boy who has been making firm friends with both humans and Dogs since arriving here. We don’t know if he’s ever been around children before and at 9 years old will likely not want the hustle and bustle of young kids in the house. Those of secondary school age would be fine though as he has been happy to greet all the new faces here.

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (51 miles)

  • Trigger 5

    Trigger

    • 1 Year Old

    Trigger's ideal home Trigger would truly flourish in a calm, predictable home where he can enjoy a steady routine and a relaxed atmosphere. He feels most comfortable in quiet to moderately busy environments and loves peaceful walks, making a rural or low‑traffic setting an ideal match for him. He would be happiest living with adults or secondary‑school‑aged children who

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Newbury, Berks (52 miles)

  • Esme 7

    Esme

    • 1 Year Old

    Esme's ideal home Esme is a fun-loving girl who is on the search for her new family. To set her up for success Esme is looking for an adult only home as the only pet. She is a friendly girl (though toys will always win over fuss!), she's just a bit all-over-the-place and will appreciate the calmer environment. Esme can be reactive when she sees other Dogs out and about. A

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (51 miles)

  • Fabian 3

    Fabian

    • 2 Years Old

    Fabian's ideal home Handsome boy Fabian is a 2 year old German Shepherd cross that is looking for a loving home to call his own. He can live with another calm dog in the home, pending a successful meet here at the center. As Fabian can be a little bit worried, he is best suited to a home with older secondary school children that will give him the time and patience he needs to

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (26 miles)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Adopting a German Shepherd usually involves completing an application form, meeting the dog in person, and agreeing to any checks or requirements set by the current owner or rescue organisation. This helps ensure the German Shepherd is matched with the right home.

  • Before adopting a German Shepherd, consider the breed's exercise needs, grooming requirements, and temperament. Understanding the typical traits of a German Shepherd can help you decide if it's the right fit for your lifestyle.

  • Browse the listings on this page to see German Shepherd dogs currently available for adoption. You can filter by location to find German Shepherds closer to you, making it easier to arrange a visit and meet the dog in person.

  • Many rescues and private owners charge an adoption fee. This fee often covers vaccinations, microchipping, and sometimes neutering, helping to ensure the dog is healthy and ready for a new home.

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