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

23 German Shepherd dogs for adoption near Cumbria, 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 Cumbria, 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.

  • Cranberry 2

    Cranberry

    • 1 Year Old

    Cranberry's ideal home Cranberry and her siblings are all on the lookout for their individual forever homes. They can live with children who are aged 6 and over who will be comfortable with Dogs that will grow to be a larger breed. They can share their home with another fully vaccinated dog pending a successful meet at the centre. As they are young and still learning they will

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Sadberge, Co Durham  (73mi)

  • Nala 3

    Nala

    • 3 Years Old

    Nala's ideal home Nala can live with children over 16 and needs to be the only pet at home. We have no history for her so cannot guarantee that she is house trained or used to being left by herself for any length of time. Could you be Nala's perfect match? Nala had a lucky escape at a stray pound where she was almost euthanised due to no one claiming her. She is safe with us

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside  (99mi)

  • Alfie 3

    Alfie

    • 1 Year Old

    Alfie's ideal home Arthur and his siblings are on the search for their individual forever homes. They are 2 months old so looking for a dedicated family that will be around for them throughout the day to help them settle and teach them all the basics. They can live with another fully vaccinated dog pending a successful introduction at the centre and can live with children who

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Sadberge, Co Durham  (80mi)

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  • 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  (262mi)

  • 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  (198mi)

  • Millie 2

    Millie

    • 7 Years Old

    Millie's ideal home Meet Millie and Storm, two delightful 7-year-old companions—a German Shepherd and a Doberman—seeking their forever home through our Home Stay scheme together. Due to their current owner's health issues, these lovable Dogs are ready to bring joy to a new family. Millie and Storm have wonderful temperaments, making them great with older primary

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Snetterton, Norfolk  (242mi)

  • 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  (168mi)

  • Olive 4

    Olive

    • 3 Years Old

    Olive's ideal home Gorgeous Olive is a 3 year old German Shepherd who is dinky in size, but her personality is larger than life! She is a sensitive soul, who can be reactive to other Dogs, so would prefer a quieter environment, so she wouldn't see too many Dogs on her daily walks. Olive is looking to have access into a secure and private garden, to have as a safe happy place

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Glasgow, Scotland  (84mi)

  • Foxy 5

    Foxy

    • 2 Years Old

    Foxy's ideal home Foxy is a 2-year-old bundle of fun who absolutely loves his toys – especially a football! He’s looking for an active home that enjoys playtime, training, and heading out on adventures together. Foxy can live with older teenagers, but he would prefer to be the only dog in the home while he continues building confidence around other Dogs. He’s a bright

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Sadberge, Co Durham  (79mi)

  • Stella 5

    Stella

    • 1 Year 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  (232mi)

  • Bear 4

    Bear

    • 3 Years Old

    Bear's ideal home Bear is a very friendly and handsome three-year-old German Shepherd x St Bernard. Bear loves people so much that he sometimes forgets his size and will jump up to say hello, so any children in the home should be teens who won't be overwhelmed by his excitable, loving nature. Bear needs to be only pet in the home due to being underconfident and sometimes vocal

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Snetterton, Norfolk  (242mi)

  • Xander 4

    Xander

    • 8 Years Old

    Xander's ideal home Xander can live with secondary‑school‑age children or older. While he’s friendly when meeting other Dogs, he would benefit from ongoing socialisation and is best placed as the only dog in the home. He cannot live with cats but could live alongside small pets if they are safely separated. Xander should be given the opportunity to gradually build up his

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester  (104mi)

  • Sandy 3

    Sandy

    • 1 Year Old

    Sandy's ideal home Gorgeous lad, Sandy is looking for a home to teach him all about the big wide world. He needs a home where everyone is aged 15+ and where he will be the only pet. Currently he will need to have his new family around all day with him, but this could be built up over time once he’s more comfortable in the home. He will need someone interested in training,

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire  (168mi)

  • Roxy 1

    Roxy

    • 1 Year Old

    Roxy's ideal home Roxy is a confident, affectionate young girl who absolutely adores people. She loves meeting new faces and isn’t shy about showing her affection – in fact, this big, gentle giant is convinced she’s a lap dog! Because she doesn’t always realise her size and can be excitable in her greetings, she’s best suited to a home with children aged 14+ who are

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex  (275mi)

  • Koba 2

    Koba

    • 2 Years Old

    Koba's ideal home Koba is a handsome 2yr old German Shepherd who is looking for a new home through no fault of his own. He's really friendly with everyone he meets and enjoys a good fuss. He'll be fine with older kids who are confident around larger breed Dogs and could also share with another doggy pal as long as they get on. He was fully house trained in his previous home

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire  (298mi)

  • Dozer 3

    Dozer

    • 1 Year Old

    Dozer's ideal home Dozer is a sweet German Shepard cross Shar Pei. He is one year old and is able to live with children 11+. He can be a little nervous of other Dogs but would benefit from making dog social friends out and about. He is looking for a high level energy house hold that is able to take him out on nice walks and help him engage with mental enrichment. Could you be

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan  (232mi)

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    Bonnie H

    • 2 Years Old

    Bonnie H's ideal home Meet Bonnie, a gorgeous German Shepherd, who is nearly 2 ½ years old. Bonnie could join a family with children as young as preschool aged and older, as she loves nothing more than being with people, lapping up lots of cuddles and playing ball games. She is a super clever girl and knows all of basic training including being housetrained. Bonnie would

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Snetterton, Norfolk  (242mi)

  • Lyra 4

    Lyra

    • 3 Years Old

    Lyra's ideal home Lyra is a beautiful almost 4 year old German Shepherd. She has spent a short time in a home where she was housetrained but may need a little refresher as she settles back into home life. Lyra is a sweet girlie but isn't quite as confident as she seems. She can find meeting new people a bit overwhelming and therefore would do best in a home with minimal

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks  (187mi)

  • Jago 4

    Jago

    • 1 Year Old

    Jago's ideal home Meet Jago – a ridiculously handsome 1-year-old German Shepherd with model-worthy looks and a permanent soft spot for gravy bones and sausages! Jago can happily have walking dog friends and can live with secondary school–aged children. He’s a friendly, fun-loving boy who enjoys company and being part of the action. As he’s still young and full of

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Telford, Shropshire  (153mi)

  • Willow 4

    Willow

    • 12 Years Old

    Willow's ideal home Meet the absolutely enchanting Willow, a graceful 12-year-old shepherd with the softest heart and the sweetest soul you could ever hope to meet. She may be in her golden years, but this lovely lady shines with warmth and a quiet joy that makes every day brighter simply by being near. Willow is a true cuddle connoisseur, and her happiest moments are spent

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Telford, Shropshire  (153mi)

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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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