4Sadie's ideal home A beautiful Shepherd with bundles of love ready to give, meet Sadie! Friendly, yet sensitive at times, Sadie is eager to find a calm and quiet home, with dedicated adopters, where the youngest members of her family are of secondary-school age. Her perfect match would be with a family who are keen to support her with some additional training and general
3Bandit's ideal home Bandit is on the search for his forever home with adopters who can be around for most of the day to help him settle into home life. As Bandit was a stray we do not know if he has lived in a home environment before so adopters will need to be understanding that it may take him time to get used to a home routine. Bandit could live with another dog in the home
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2Parker's ideal home Handsome Parker is a shy and sensitive guy who can be easily overwhelmed in new situations. He has heaps of potential, once he has built a bond with his new family and gains in confidence. He is looking for a home with his own secure garden, so he doesn’t have to venture far till he feels a little braver. He could share his home with older teenagers who
2Yoshida's ideal home This bouncy 1-year-old German Shepherd cross is full of life and looking for an active home that can keep up with his energy and enthusiasm. He could live with confident children aged 5 years+ and potentially with another dog. His new family should be committed to ongoing training as he is an intelligent lad who enjoys using his mind. A secure garden and
4Sandy's ideal home Sandy is an incredibly sweet and gentle soul who has come into our care with very little background. She walks beautifully on the lead, happy to take her time enjoying all the interesting sniffs along the way. While she does enjoy her strolls, Sandy’s true favourite pastime is simply relaxing in the sunshine, soaking up cuddles and affection from her
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Heidi's ideal home 6-year-old Heidi came to us though no fault of her own and is looking for a home with no other pets. She can live with older teens of 14 plus. She travels well in the car and is looking for an active home. She will have to have a private secure garden she can potter around in without any distractions. She can be left up to 4 hours, but any longer leaving
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Skully's ideal home 9 month old Skully has come to us through no fault of his own and is now ready to find his forever home. Skully is a young and excitable dog, he is still a puppy at heart and needs an experienced family to help him find his way in the world and continue with his training. Skully can live with children 14+ that are comfortable around large bouncy dogs. He
4Peanut's ideal home Meet Peanut, a beautiful 6-month-old German Shepherd cross who’s ready to find his forever home! While we don’t know much about his past, we do know he’s looking for patient adopters who can help guide him as he learns what it means to live in a loving home. Peanut will likely need support with housetraining and settling into a routine. We recommend
4Darcy's ideal home Darcy is a brilliant young Shepherd who is going to be an excellent addition to one lucky family. She is not loving kennels but despite this has remained friendly with everyone she’s met here. With no history of her around children she’s not going to be one to live with very young kids. Older primary school children would be fine though. Darcy can be
3Arlo's ideal home Arlo is looking for a calm and predicable home in an area with quieter walking routes with loving adopters who can give him the time he needs to settle in, help him to build his confidence and advocate for him in situations he may find uncomfortable. Arlo is a sweet boy, but can be worried around strangers, so can live with children aged 12 and over who will
2Onyx's ideal home Onyx is looking for a home with loving adopters who can take her on exploring, sniffy adventures, give her training and enrichment to keep her clever brain busy and give her all the care and attention she deserves. She can live with children aged 8 years and over who can play with her nicely and can give her space to relax and rest when needed. Onyx is a shy
2Bella's ideal home Bella is on the search for her forever home with adopters who are willing to put in the time and effort into her training. She is a young girl who will need her adopters around for most of the time to help her settle in and get used to be left for short periods of time. Bella can live with another dog in the home. She would like a garden but this could be
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Gizmo's ideal home 3 year old German Shepherd / Labrador cross Gizmo has come to us through no fault of his own. He is ready to find his forever family that can include him in family life and give him lots of fuss and attention. Gizmo is a friendly boy and can live with older children 14+ that are comfortable around large bouncy dogs. He would prefer to be the only dog in the
3Juno's ideal home Juno is a beautiful 5-and-a-half-year-old German Shepherd who is on the lookout for a calm and committed home to call her own. She is a sweet-natured girl with a sensitive side, so she will need patient adopters who are around all the time and can help her settle gently into a new routine. She has lived alongside dogs, been around cats on visits, and has
2Colin's ideal home Colin the gentle German Shepherd is looking for a quiet adult only home or family with older children (12+ years) who are sensible and confident around larger breeds. He needs to be the only pet in the home as he struggles to share things with another dog but could have dog friends to share lead walks with. It is essential that Colin has a safe, secure,
5Rhylee's ideal home Rhylee is a really friendly young lady who needs some extra guidance and support to become the very best version of herself. She can get frustrated on lead when she sees people or dogs as she hasn’t quite realised yet that she can’t say hello to everyone she meets! Traffic can also be a bit of scary for her. Therefore she’s looking for a home where
2Sasha's ideal home Sasha is looking for an active family that can take her on new adventures. She is a super friendly girl so can have visitors in the home. She must be the only dog in the home however she would like to keep up her positive dog interactions when out and about. She can live with children 8+, as she can be calm and gentle. Sashas new family must be comfortable
2Jasmin's ideal home Jasmin is lovely girl who is very affectionate and loves cuddles from her favourite handlers. She loves to play with her doggy friends here in the centre, especially Bear! Could you be Jasmin's perfect match? Jasmine’s ideal home would have minimal leaving hours to start but could be built up over time to 1-2 hours. Jasmin can go home with a dog
4Rocky's ideal home Meet Rocky – a 10-month-old Collie Cross Shepherd with legs made for leaping, a nose made for sniffing, and a tail that never stops wagging! This young explorer is on the lookout for a fun-loving family who can keep up with his zest for life. Rocky could live with children aged 5 and over, as long as his future family is ready for a bit of organised chaos
4Zuri's ideal home Zuri is a gentle-hearted, 1.5-year-old German Shepherd who’s searching for a peaceful home where she can blossom as she grows in confidence. Zuri is still learning about the big wide world around her, so her perfect match would be with patient adopters who can offer her plenty of love, while being willing to continue with her ongoing training plans.
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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.