German Shepherd Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Darlington, County Durham

12 German Shepherd Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Darlington, County Durham

Find 12 German Shepherd dogs for adoption in Darlington, 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 Darlington, 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.

  • Gerrard 5

    Gerrard

    2 weeks ago
    • 5 Year Old Male

    Gerrard's ideal home Gerrard can live with high school aged children but needs to be the only pet, although he can walk with some Dogs. He is house trained and has been good when left for an hour or two, but isn't used to being alone longer than that. Gerrard is currently receiving pain relief for hip pain and this may be ongoing. Could you be Gerrard's perfect match? Gerrard

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside (97 miles)

  • Betty 2

    Betty

    • 7 Year Old Female

    Betty's ideal home Betty is looking for an active home with a private, secure garden where she can enjoy spending time with her family and show off her zoomies. She could live with children of upper secondary school age and above and would prefer to be the only pet in the home so she can enjoy all the attention to herself. Betty's ideal home will have access to quiet walks and

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (77 miles)

  • The General 2

    The General

    • 2 Year Old Male

    The General's ideal home Looking for a family who are a super lovers of his breed is The General! He’ll thrive with ‘Shepherdy’ people who can provide him with plenty of attention that he adores. The General does need his training continuing in the home. This will include house training and leaving hours, calm greetings with people and keeping up social skills with other

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Sadberge, Co Durham (4 miles)

  • Tiana 4

    Tiana

    • 7 Month Old Female

    Tiana's ideal home Tiana can live with other Dogs and children of upper primary age, though they will need to be confident around Dogs as she jumps up a lot. We have no history for her and she's likely to need all her basic training, as well as someone with her most of the day. Could you be Tiana's perfect match? Tiana is a big pup who doesn't quite know what to do with or

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside (97 miles)

  • Harley 5

    Harley

    • 9 Year Old Female

    Harley's ideal home Harley would like a quiet home where any children are of an upper secondary school age. She could live with a calm confident dog (males neutered) and small furries but no cats as she has shown interest in them and may chase. Harley is looking for an understanding home who can allow her time to settle and feel secure especially around toileting and house

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (77 miles)

  • Major Tom 4

    Major Tom

    • 6 Year Old Male

    Major Tom's ideal home Major Tom can live with children of high school age and has never lived with other Dogs but seems relatively comfortable around them. We know he has lived in a home and is likely to be house trained, but he may not be used to spending time alone. Could you be Major Tom's perfect match? We don't know a lot about Major Tom's background but he's a sweet boy

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside (97 miles)

  • Barley 5

    Barley

    • 3 Year Old Male

    Barley's ideal home Barley is a lovely, clever boy looking for patient owners who will help him build confidence and settle into home life. He can be a little anxious at times, so he’d love a calm, adult-only home where things are fairly predictable. He enjoys training and having something to do, so he’d suit people who are happy to spend time building a bond with him.

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Sadberge, Co Durham (4 miles)

  • Foxy 5

    Foxy

    • 2 Year Old Male

    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 (4 miles)

  • Izzy 5

    Izzy

    • 3 Year Old Female

    Izzy's ideal home Izzy can live with children of high school age but no other pets. She is house trained but has been destructive on occasion when left alone in the past. Ideally she would have no Dogs either side of her garden as she will pace if she knows they are there. Could you be Izzy's perfect match? Izzy is a big friendly girl who loves zoomies around the house and

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside (97 miles)

  • Riley 5

    Riley

    • 6 Year Old Female

    Riley's ideal home Riley is looking for a home without Dogs but she has lived with cats before and may do so again. She can live with teenagers and would prefer someone to be at home with her most of the day as she doesn't like to be by herself. Riley may need a house training refresher and a secure fence is a must as she has jumped the boundary in the past. Could you be

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside (97 miles)

  • Guy 6

    Guy

    • 5 Year Old Male

    Guy's ideal home Guy is ready to find his forever family and home! He’ll thrive with adopters who are ready to embrace all the Shepherdy ways, continue training and be up for plenty of fun! A home with older teens, no other pets and a quiet environment will suit Guy best. Could you be Guy's perfect match? Guy is a fun, clever, 4-year-old German Shepherd who is full of

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Sadberge, Co Durham (4 miles)

  • Nala 3

    Nala

    • 3 Year Old Female

    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 (96 miles)

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  • Yamper (Puppy2) 1

    Yamper (Puppy2)

    3 days ago
    • 9 Week Old Female

    Yamper (Puppy2)'s ideal home Yamper is a 2-month-old Akita x GSD puppy who can live with other Dogs and children of older primary school age and above, provided they have experience with medium to large breeds. She is looking for an active home that can channel her confidence and enthusiasm into positive experiences as she grows. Her new family should be ready to enjoy plenty

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Telford, Shropshire (133 miles)

  • Max 4

    Max

    5 days ago
    • 8 Year Old Male

    Max's ideal home Max is a gorgeous 8 year old German Shepherd who is a total sweetheart! He is looking to be the only dog in the home, and work on his social skills as he can be reactive to other Dogs. Max is also looking for any children in the home to be around upper primary school age. Could you be Max's perfect match? This marvellous boy is looking for somebody strong

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Glasgow, Scotland (150 miles)

  • Blue 1

    Blue

    1 week ago
    • 3 Year Old Male

    Blue's ideal home Blue is a young Mali/Shepherd cross who is in his care through no fault of his own. He’s got a good history around young children and could live with those of around primary school age, as long as they’re happy with his size. Blue would like to be the only pet on the home for now. He can mix and share walks, he just needs a little more confidence building

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (168 miles)

  • Huey 5

    Huey

    2 weeks ago
    • 4 Month Old Male

    Huey's ideal home Huey is a 3 month old German Shepherd. He is looking for a home where he can be the only pet and could live with children of Primary School age and older. He would like access to his own secure garden so he has somewhere safe to play and help with housetraining until he is fully vaccinated and able to explore the wider world. Huey will need someone with him

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Snetterton, Norfolk (176 miles)

  • Tilly 6

    Tilly

    2 weeks ago
    • 9 Month Old Female

    Tilly's ideal home Tilly is an 8 month old Collie x German Shepherd. She is looking for a home where she can be the only pet and would benefit from some further dog socialisation once settled as she can be underconfident when meeting other Dogs. Tilly is a sweet girl who can be worried and so would like a home where any children are of Older Secondary School age or older and

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Snetterton, Norfolk (176 miles)

  • Louie 3

    Louie

    2 weeks ago
    • 4 Month Old Male

    Louie's ideal home Louie is a 3 month old German Shepherd. He is looking for a home where he can be the only pet and could live with children of Primary School age and older. He would like access to his own secure garden so he has somewhere safe to play and help with housetraining until he is fully vaccinated and able to explore the wider world. Louie will need someone with

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Snetterton, Norfolk (176 miles)

  • Pokemon Pups 2

    Pokemon Pups

    2 weeks ago
    • 9 Week Old Female

    Pokemon Pups's ideal home These Puppies are looking for loving, committed homes with owners who have experience with medium to large breeds and, ideally, some knowledge of Akitas or a willingness to learn about the breed’s traits and needs. Could you be Pokemon Pups's perfect match? Each puppy has different needs and personality traits. All can live with other Dogs, while

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Telford, Shropshire (133 miles)

  • Marshall 4

    Marshall

    3 weeks ago
    • 8 Year Old Male

    Marshall's ideal home Marshall can live with another dog and older primary school-aged children. He can be left for short periods, but he’d much rather be with his people for most of the day. Marshall is an older boy, but don’t let that fool you — he still has plenty of bounce! He’s an excitable chap who enjoys his walks and walks well on the lead. He’s always happy

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Telford, Shropshire (133 miles)

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