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

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

Find 23 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.

  • 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)

  • Zara 4

    Zara

    • 7 Years Old

    Zara's ideal home Meet beautiful Zara who is a 7 year old German Shepherd. She's ready to find her paw-fect forever home where she can enjoy all the comforts a home has to offer. Zara is housetrained and happy to be left for an hour or so however we recommend this is gradually built back up as she settles into her forever home. Zara is a lovely girl who is happy to greet

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks (74 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)

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  • Georgia 3

    Georgia

    • 1 Year Old

    Georgia's ideal home Beautiful Georgia is looking for a home where everyone is over the age of 15 years old and where she’ll be the only pet. She must have a secure garden and would like a quiet home without too many Dogs around. She would like her new family to be around for most of the day to help her settle in, with potential to build up leaving hours. Could you be

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire (112 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

    • 10 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)

  • Rex 4

    Rex

    • 4 Years Old

    Rex's ideal home Sweet Rex is looking for his forever home! He would love adopters who can take him on new adventures and help with his confidence building; he can be worried by new things and loud noises, so he will need his world slowly opened up with positive experiences once he has settled in. He has lived with a cat before, so he could live in a home with cats, pending

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (88 miles)

  • Roscoe 9

    Roscoe

    • 2 Years Old

    Roscoe's ideal home Roscoe is best suited to a home with secondary school children and above. He could potentially live with cats after slow integrations. Roscoe can live in a home without a garden but if he does go to a home with one it will have to be fully secure with a 6 foot fence as he can jump extremely high! Roscoe can live with small furies if they are kept separately

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (141 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)

  • Apollo 2

    Apollo

    • 1 Year Old

    Apollo's ideal home Apollo is a ten-month-old German Shepherd cross Corso looking for a fun, active, and loving home. He is looking to be the only dog in the home and would benefit from doggy pals to socialise with when out and about. He will need a home without cats or small furries and has no history around livestock. Apollo could share his home with teenage children. He is

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Ilfracombe, North Devon (68 miles)

  • Dakota 4

    Dakota

    • 5 Years Old

    Dakota's ideal home Dakota is a very special 5 year old male German Shepherd who is looking for an equally special new home to call his own. Dakota has been through a lot in his life and came to us in a very poor condition, he has since made fantastic process but still has a little way to go, but we are hoping he may be able to continue his recovery in a forever home, with our

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Mid Glamorgan, Wales (41 miles)

  • Narla 3

    Narla

    • 1 Year Old

    Narla's ideal home Narla is a fun loving 9-month old Labrador cross with a big personality and an even bigger zest for life. Full of energy and enthusiasm, she loves nothing more than a game of chase or a good round of catch, making her the perfect companion for an active home. She absolutely adores people and, once she gets to know you, becomes a very affectionate and loyal

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

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

  • Alfie 2

    Alfie

    • 1 Year Old

    Alfie's ideal home Meet Alfie! This super‑smart, super‑friendly Husky x German Shepherd is on the lookout for his forever home. At just over a year old, he’s full of enthusiasm, curiosity and love. Alfie adores people and has been friendly with everyone he’s met! Alfie could live with another well‑matched dog, but he’d be just as happy as the only pet. He loves

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

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

  • Huxley 2

    Huxley

    • 3 Years Old

    Huxley's ideal home Huxley is a bouncy, cuddly sweetheart on the search for a home. We have no history of Huxley around children but due to his friendly nature he is suitable to live with those of secondary school age. He could also live with a confident and tolerant dog, pending a successful mix in centre. Although we have no history of Huxley around cats, he could

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

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

  • Stella 5

    Stella

    • 2 Years Old

    Stella's ideal home Meet gorgeous girl, Stella! Stella is a 2-year old GSD looking for her forever home! Stella is a super intelligent girl, who has a whole array of tricks under her belt already, and more on the way. She could live with a resident dog in the home, pending a successful meet here in the centre. Stella can live with children 11yrs+ as she can get a little bit

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

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

  • Ava 3

    Ava

    • 1 Year Old

    Ava's ideal home Friendly Ava is looking for her forever home! She could live with children aged 10+ who are experienced and confident with larger breeds; this age could be lowered. Ava has had good interactions with the dogs she has met at the centre and could go home with another well-matched dog. The dog will need to be able to tolerate her playstyle, as she is still a

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (88 miles)

  • Harley 3

    Harley

    • 6 Years Old

    Harley's ideal home Beautiful girl Harley is sensitive and will need a quiet adult only home with no other pets, ideally in a quiet area. She’ll need a secure garden to help build up her confidence before going for walks. She can potentially be left for 2-4 hours once she’s settled in, with the potential to build this up further. She’s currently learning to wear a muzzle

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire (112 miles)

  • Latavia 3

    Latavia

    • 3 Years Old

    Latavia's ideal home Meet the stunning 3-year-old German Shepherd, Latavia. She is looking for patient adopters who have the time to help her adjust to living in a home. She can be worried when being left on her own, so she would really like her adopters to be around for most of the time as she is settling into her home and having minimal leave hours. Latavia will need to

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (88 miles)

  • Loona 4

    Loona

    3 days ago
    • 5 Years Old

    Loona's ideal home Loona is a beautiful 5-year-old German Shepherd looking for an active, loving home with adopters who can offer her patience and understanding as she continues to grow in confidence. She is a wonderfully well rounded girl who has lived happily with preschool aged children and could fit into a variety of environments, from a bustling city centre to a quieter

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (105 miles)

  • Ernest 5

    Ernest

    • 2 Years Old

    Ernest's ideal home Meet Ernest, a lovely one-year-old German Shepherd, whose had a tough start to life but is now looking for a supportive and loving home. He would thrive in a quieter residential or small town setting with access to open spaces and calmer walking routes. Ernest needs a home with a garden so he can enjoy a run around in a secure area and continue his toilet

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (105 miles)

  • Saffron 4

    Saffron

    1 day ago
    • 2 Years Old

    Saffron's ideal home Saffron can live with children 15+ and could live with a well matched dog. Access to quieter walks would be very beneficial and a family that are around a lot initially to help her get used to her new home environment would be ideal. Could you be Saffron's perfect match? Saffron is energetic, clever and beautiful. She has a lot of energy but is very

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire (112 miles)

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    Uma

    3 weeks ago
    • 1 Year Old

    Uma's ideal home Uma is a lovely one-year-old girl with a friendly and affectionate nature who is looking for a patient and understanding family to help her continue building her confidence. She enjoys meeting new people but can feel a little wary in busy crowds, so she would thrive with owners who enjoy quieter walking locations and can help her feel safe and secure. Uma is

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (131 miles)

  • Rosie 4

    Rosie

    • 10 Years Old

    Rosie's ideal home Rosie is a lovely 10-year-old lady with a gentle, low-energy nature who still enjoys her daily walks and plenty of time to sniff and explore. She is confident and friendly when meeting new people, making her a wonderful companion for a calm household. Rosie travels well in the car and would happily join her family on relaxed days out. She will need regular

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (131 miles)

  • Akira 8

    Akira

    3 weeks ago
    • 7 Years Old

    Akira's ideal home Akira would be best suited to a home with children of secondary school age and above. She is looking to be the only dog in the home, although she would benefit from continuing her socialisation with other dogs out on walks. She cannot live with cats, but she could potentially live with small furries if they are kept separate. A home with breed knowledge, or

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (141 miles)

  • Nala 2

    Nala

    • 8 Years Old

    Nala's ideal home Nala is a sweet, friendly 7 Year Old German Shepherd who really enjoys human company and affection, happily seeking out attention and settling well once comfortable. She is confident in everyday environments such as passing traffic and has made great progress with car travel, now hopping into the back seat with ease. She enjoys social interaction with other

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (141 miles)

  • Lexi 5

    Lexi

    • 3 Years Old

    Lexi's ideal home Lexi is seeking a home where she can be the only dog, allowing her to feel secure while her confidence around other dogs continues to be built gradually during walks. Her new family should be able to increase her time alone slowly, helping her adjust comfortably to being left. She would be happiest in an active home that can provide plenty of exercise and

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (141 miles)

  • Cleo 5

    Cleo

    • 2 Years Old

    Cleo's ideal home Meet Cleo, our gorgeous 2 year old German Shepherd x Husky looking for active and training minded adopters. Cleo is best suited as the only pet in the home. She can live with children upper primary aged. She can be left on her own once settled but would benefit from building her leaving hours gradually. Could you be Cleo's perfect match? Cleo is a bundle of

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (141 miles)

  • Ember 4

    Ember

    • 3 Years Old

    Ember's ideal home This gorgeous girl is looking for an adult only home with at least one female. She will need to be the only dog in the home, no cats but can live with small furries if kept separate. Ember would like to have her own private, secure garden where she can play with her toys and enjoy the sunshine. Adopters will need to have the ability to separate her from the

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (141 miles)

  • Luna 3

    Luna

    • 1 Year Old

    Luna's ideal home Sweet little softie Luna is a 1 year old Shepherd cross Staffy with a thirst for adventure! She loves to get out and about exploring and being active, her favourite game is a round or two of tuggy with her raggy toy, she likes to bound around after toys that are thrown for her. She adores cuddles and has no boundaries when it comes to snuggles on the sofa,

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent (154 miles)

  • Fifi 3

    Fifi

    • 3 Years Old

    Fifi's ideal home Meet Fifi, the absolutely gorgeous 3 year old Shepherd cross whose got the brains to match her beauty and a heart of gold. She loves to play, soft toys are her favourite, she will chase and bound around after them and will happily play on her own, although if there is a buddy around to play with her then all the better. She is a cheeky, independent girl who

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent (154 miles)

  • Oliver 3

    Oliver

    • 1 Year Old

    Oliver's ideal home Sensitive soul Oliver is an 11 month old Shepherd cross with a heart of gold. He has a lot of love to give once he knows you and has built a bond with you, he will lean into you for fusses. This guy likes gentle strolls in the woods, exploring and sniffing everything. He likes to play, a game of tuggy with his raggy toys is his favourite, he will play with

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent (154 miles)

  • Lottie 3

    Lottie

    • 6 Years Old

    Lottie's ideal home Sweet and independent girl Lottie is a 6 year old Husky cross Shepherd who loves a snack and enjoys exploring new places. She is not super interested in toys, preferring to zoom around with her favourite people when her sudden bursts of goofy energy come out. She can be quite aloof to begin with, but once she has built a bound with you she will check in for

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent (154 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.

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  • 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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