Family Friendly Working Chunky German Shepherd Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In East Midlands

44 Family Friendly Working Chunky German Shepherd Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In East Midlands

  • Maximilian7

    Maximilian

    • 12 Years Old

    Maximilian's ideal home Maximillian is a handsome 10-year-old German Shepherd who found himself in our care through no fault of his own. This wonderful boy is looking for a calm, adult-only home where he can be the only pet. He would thrive in a peaceful environment with owners who are home most of the time, though he can gradually adjust to being left for short periods. A

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire  (73mi)

  • Deki9

    Deki

    • 9 Years Old

    Deki's ideal home Deki is a big boy who is a bit of a sensitive soul. He isn't a big fan of handling and much prefers to have his own space, so his new family will need to be understanding of this. Deki is learning how to wear a muzzle for when he sees the vet and when he needs a groom to keep him looking his best! He would like to be the only pet in his forever home, however

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks  (30mi)

  • Loki Boy3

    Loki Boy

    • 5 Years Old

    Loki Boy's ideal home Loki Boy is a big beautiful boy who isn't quite as confident as he seems. He can find meeting new people a bit scary and overwhelming so will need adopters who are willing to dedicate lots of time to make friends with him. Loki Boy is learning to wear a muzzle for when he's out and about on his walks, but he's quickly figuring out this means lots of tasty

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks  (30mi)

  • Buck3

    Buck

    • 6 Years Old

    Buck's ideal home Buck is a five-year-old German Shepherd who's a little shy at first, but once you get to know him, you'll discover a loyal and loving companion. Buck's ideal home is a quiet one with a confident, dog experienced family with not too many visitors. It's important to give him time to warm up to new people at his own pace. He thrives in a calm environment and can

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire  (74mi)

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  • Casey3

    Casey

    • 10 Years Old

    Casey's ideal home Meet our golden girl, Casey! She's a 10 year old German Shepherd who is currently living off site in a foster home where she is thoroughly enjoying all the comforts of home life. Casey has settled right into home life like she's always been there. She is housetrained and quite content to be left for an hour or so, which we think could be gradually built up.

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks  (31mi)

  • Narnia2

    Narnia

    • 7 Months Old

    Narnia's ideal home Narnia is on the search for her forever home with adopters who will be happy to carry on her training and help her settle into home life. She is a young puppy and will need a home that can continue on her basic training, including housetraining, socialisation and exposure to life. Narnia can be worried by new people, so her adopters will need to introduce

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Uxbridge, London  (50mi)

  • Lucy2

    Lucy

    • 7 Months Old

    Lucy's ideal home Lucy is on the search for her forever home with adopters who will be happy to carry on her training and help her settle into home life. Due to Lucy's unsettled start in life, she requires a specific home with adopters who have the time to continue her basic training, socialisation, and exposure to life. She can be worried by new experiences, so it will take

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Uxbridge, London  (50mi)

  • Jadis3

    Jadis

    • 7 Months Old

    Jadis's ideal home Jadis is on the search for her forever home with adopters who will be happy to carry on her training and help her settle into home life. Due to Jadis’ unsettled start in life, she requires a specific home with adopters who have the time to continue her basic training, socialisation, and exposure to life. She can be worried in new situations and will take

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Uxbridge, London  (50mi)

  • Mia6

    Mia

    • 6 Years Old

    Mia's ideal home Mia is a sweet girl who can live with children of secondary school ages and above. As she is under socialised with other Dogs and can react she will need to be kept on a lead at all times when out and about and would need to be walked by an adult who is comfortable with her strength on the lead. Due to this she would love her own private, secure garden where

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Manchester, Greater Manchester  (103mi)

  • Nova4

    Nova

    • 2 Years Old

    Nova's ideal home Nova is looking for a home where she will have access to a private secure garden so that she can gain her confidence before heading out and about. She would be best suited to a home that is knowledgeable and experienced with German Shepherds. She would love a quiet home that has the ability to separate her from any unknown visitors to the home as she can be

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Manchester, Greater Manchester  (103mi)

  • Lacey3

    Lacey

    • 7 Years Old

    Lacey's ideal home Sweet and independent girl Lacey is a 7 year old Husky/German Shepherd cross who likes to take her time to get to know new people. Once a bond is built she is s a cheeky, fun, and loyal companion. She loves to play, teddies and raggys are her favourite, she will happily bound around after them and throw them up in the air. Once she is comfortable with you

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Chestfield, Kent  (102mi)

  • Raven6

    Raven

    • 5 Years Old

    Raven's ideal home Raven is a 5-year-old, confident and excitable girl who absolutely loves meeting new people and throws herself into life with enthusiasm. She’s playful and confident when meeting other Dogs and could live with another dog that matches her playstyle, dependent on a successful mix here at the centre. Raven is a high-energy dog who will need both plenty of

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex  (73mi)

  • Trigger5

    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 • Newbury, Berks  (61mi)

  • Shadow1

    Shadow

    • 3 Years Old

    Shadow'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

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire  (73mi)

  • Pipistrelle6

    Pipistrelle

    • 5 Months Old

    Pipistrelle'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

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan  (111mi)

  • Hedgehog4

    Hedgehog

    • 6 Months Old

    Hedgehog's ideal home Say hello to gorgeous boy, Hedgehog! He is a 5-month old German Shepherd puppy looking for a loving family that can help him become the confident, loving little man we know he is. Hedgehog is the sweetest little pup, loving cuddles and fuss from his besties. Being a GSD, he is going to grow to be a BIG boy, and will need lots of mental and physical

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan  (111mi)

  • Viktor5

    Viktor

    • 1 Year Old

    Viktor's ideal home Meet gorgeous boy, Viktor, a 1-year old Crossbreed looking for this forever home! Viktor is unable to live with other Dogs and does need some help with his social skills, as he can be frustrated on lead but he does eventually walk calmly once settled down. Viktor would be looking for all children in the home to be 14yrs+ due to his bouncy, boisterous

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan  (111mi)

  • Bella6

    Bella

    • 6 Years Old

    Bella's ideal home Bella will need a home with secondary school children and above. Due to having snapped in the past in the vet she will need to be muzzled during invasive vet checks and her family will need to be willing to do vet socials with her. She cannot live with Dogs but her adopters will need to be willing to continue her dog socials out and about. Bella needs a home

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Manchester, Greater Manchester  (103mi)

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    kitty

    • 1 Year Old

    kitty's ideal home Kitty is a confident, friendly and curious 14-month-old dog who enjoys meeting new people and taking in the world around her. She has a moderate energy level and loves getting out and about for walks, where she can explore and enjoy plenty of sniffing. Kitty is calm when meeting other Dogs and can enjoy having walking buddies, although she is not keen on

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex  (73mi)

  • Aslan2

    Aslan

    • 7 Months Old

    Aslan's ideal home Aslan is a young puppy on the search for his forever home. He will need a home that can continue his basic training, including housetraining. Aslan can be worried by new people through barriers and in person, so his adopters will need to introduce new people slowly and have minimal visitors until he has gained more confidence. Due to Aslan's mouthing and

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity • Uxbridge, London  (50mi)

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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.

About the German Shepherd Breed

German Shepherds are a popular dog breed known for their appearance, temperament and suitability for a range of homes. If you are considering this breed, it is worth understanding their typical characteristics, exercise needs, grooming requirements and breeder standards before contacting sellers.

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