3Bailey's ideal home Bailey can live with high school aged children but will need to be the only pet at home. He is house trained but being so young and spending time in kennels, he may need a refresher. Bailey is good around horses. Could you be Bailey's perfect match? Young Bailey is having a lot to deal with, finding himself at the centre at such a young age. He's here
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
1Shadow's ideal home If you admire Dogs with intelligence, loyalty, and a calm, confident presence, Shadow could be the one to capture your heart. This handsome 3-year-old German Shepherd is a bright and devoted boy who loves getting out and about, sharing life’s adventures with his people. He enjoys his walks and takes in the world around him with quiet curiosity, making him
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Chance's ideal home Chance can live with teenagers but will need to be the only pet at home. He is house trained and has been used to being left alone for a couple of hours once settled. He has guarded items on occasion so should be left alone when he has something good, or taught to trade. Could you be Chance's perfect match? Chance is a handsome lad who loves a bum scratch!
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
5Izzy'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
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Cody's ideal home Meet Cody, a handsome German Shepherd who is almost two years old and looking for his forever home. Cody is seeking adopters who are happy to continue his ongoing training and support him as he settles into a new environment. Cody has lived in a home all his life, where he has been housetrained and comfortable being left alone for a few hours at a time. He is
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
5Riley'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
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Lilly's ideal home Lilly can live with children of high school age but must be the only dog at home as she is too OTT with others. She is house trained and can be left alone for two or three hours once she has settled in. Could you be Lilly's perfect match? Lilly is a gorgeous big ball of enthusiasm who can't wait to get out for her walks but settles nicely once you've got
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Rip's ideal home Rip would be better as the only dog due to his OTT behaviours but can walk with others. Any children at home would need to be older than 16 as he has snapped around food. Rip is house trained and knows some basic cues, and he needs a 6ft fence in the garden as he can jump. Could you be Rip's perfect match? Rip was born at the centre but has sadly been returned
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Narla's ideal home Narla can live with teenagers but will need to be the only pet at home as she is very reactive to other Dogs. She's house trained and can be left alone for a few hours without worry once she's settled in. Narla is very strong on her lead. Could you be Narla's perfect match? Narla is a bright girl who knows lots of tricks and excleed at her training classes.
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Walter's ideal home Walter is looking for a home where he will be the only pet and where any children, resident or visiting, are over the age of 16. We have limited history so cannot guarantee that Walter will be house trained, and will need somebody at home for most of the day whilst he settles to help with his toilet training and to ensure that he does not become
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Nala'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
Rescue Centre / Charity
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3Scramble's ideal home Meet Scramble, an 8-month old Crossbreed looking for her perfect home. Beautiful Scramble is a very worried girl, who can take a long time to trust people. Only now, after 2 weeks in her kennel, has she began asking for fuss from her handlers. Any potential adopters will need to be aware that she will need patience, time and understanding. Any children
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Hashbrown's ideal home Say hello to Hashbrown, our stunning 1-year old Crossbreed looking for his forever home! Hashbrown is looking for a home that is understanding of his worried nature, so any children would need to be 14yrs+. Hashbrown would enjoy a resident dog in the home that is able to show him the ropes! He's a really lovely boy who can be worried initially, but comes
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Mushroom's ideal home Meet Mushroom, a gorgeous 1-year old Crossbreed looking for his forever home. Mushroom would be able to live with a calm, polite dog in the home pending a successful meet here in the centre. Any children would need to be 14yrs+ and able to give him space when he needs it, as he is a worried lad. Mushroom is quite under-socialised and under-confident, so
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Beans's ideal home Meet Beans! Beans is a gorgeous 7-month old Crossbreed looking for his forever home. Beans has come into us having been under-socialised, so he is incredibly worried. For this reason, we would be looking for homes with children 16yrs+ and potentially a calm, polite resident dog that is able to show him the ropes - although, he has shown some guarding
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Kipper's ideal home Meet our stunning boy, Kipper! Kipper is a 1.5-year old Crossbreed looking for his forever home. He could live with another dog in the home, pending a successful meet here in the centre, but all children in the home must be at least 14yrs+ as he is quite worried initially. Kipper is a really lovely boy, and when he is comfortable with you, he loves a
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
5Trigger'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
Rescue Centre / Charity
6Pipistrelle's ideal home Say hello to baby girl, Miss Pipistrelle! Pipi is a 3-month old GSD x looking for her forever home. Pipi could be rehomed with a resident dog in the home that can show her the ropes (as long as they can keep up with her energy!). Being a young shepherd puppy, she will need a lot of training, confidence building and ongoing support. She will grow to be
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3I am writing this reference to describe the temperament and behavior of Sheera, a large, white female German Shepherd. Sheera is a highly intelligent, energetic, and active dog. She is very playful and thrives with regular exercise, structure, and mental stimulation. Inside the home, Sheera is well behaved, calm, and obedient, and she responds reliably to verbal commands. She
£500
Paula
Private seller
2Atlas's ideal home Atlas is ready to bring joy and energy to the right home! He would thrive in a moderate to active household where he can enjoy plenty of playtime, walks, and mental stimulation. Atlas may take a little time to get comfortable in new environments or with new people, but he warms up quickly with reassurance and positive interactions. Because of this, we
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
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.
