German Shepherd Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Galashiels, Ettrick And Lauderdale

15 German Shepherd Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Galashiels, Ettrick And Lauderdale

Find 15 German Shepherd dogs for adoption in Galashiels, 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 Galashiels, 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.

  • Empress 6

    Empress

    1 week ago
    • 1 Year Old Female

    Empress's ideal home Empress is looking for a home with a private, secure garden and children of upper secondary school age and above. She would like to be the only dog in the home but would benefit from continuing her socialisation with other Dogs out on walks. Empress is best suited to a home away from busy roads, where she can feel comfortable and settled, and she cannot

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (149 miles)

  • Snoop 7

    Snoop

    2 weeks ago
    • 1 Year Old Male

    Snoop's ideal home Snoop would be best suited to a home with secondary school aged children and above who are confident around bigger Dogs who can mouth. He will need to be walked by adults only. His ideal home would have experience with German Shepards as he is very typical of the breed and ideally would have minimal leaving hours as he struggles to be left. Snoop can be

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (149 miles)

  • Tikka 4

    Tikka

    • 3 Year Old Female

    Tikka's ideal home Tikka is a delightful 3 year old German Shepherd who is just a sweet and sensitive angel. Tikka hasn't had the best start in life, so she is looking for a patient and loving family who can help her blossom in a home. This pretty princess is looking to be the only pet in the home at the moment, and for any children to be around secondary school age. Could you

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Glasgow, Scotland (66 miles)

  • Samson 4

    Samson

    • 4 Year Old Male

    Samson's ideal home Samson is a loving and active boy who is full of beans! Ball is life for Samson, wherever he goes so does his favourite balls! If you love going for long walks or snuggling on the sofa - Samson is your guy! He is looking for a family who are willing to contiunue his training while out on walks and is looking for a active household who have some experience

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in West Calder, West Lothian (36 miles)

  • Jax 3

    Jax

    • 3 Year Old Male

    Jax's ideal home Jax is a friendly 3-year-old Shepherd looking for a forever home with plenty of company and a secure garden for playtimes and outdoor fun. He has previously been housetrained and managed short periods on his own, although this may need a little refresher while he settles into a new environment. Jax would prefer to be the only dog in the home and could live

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Sadberge, Co Durham (93 miles)

  • Echo 3

    Echo

    • 1 Year Old Male

    Echo's ideal home Echo is a super sweet boy with a big personality and an even bigger love for his people. He enjoys nothing more than zooming around with his toys, playing games and then coming back for cuddles and reassurance from his favourite humans. This handsome lad is still learning that the world isn’t such a scary place, so he’s looking for patient adopters who

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Sadberge, Co Durham (93 miles)

  • Akira 8

    Akira

    • 7 Year Old Female

    Akira's ideal home Akira would be best suited to a home with children of secondary school age and above. She is looking to be the only dog in the home, although she would benefit from continuing her socialisation with other Dogs out on walks. She cannot live with cats, but she could potentially live with small furries if they are kept separate. A home with breed knowledge, or

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (149 miles)

  • Nala 2

    Nala

    • 8 Year Old Female

    Nala's ideal home Nala is a sweet, friendly 7 Year Old German Shepherd who really enjoys human company and affection, happily seeking out attention and settling well once comfortable. She is confident in everyday environments such as passing traffic and has made great progress with car travel, now hopping into the back seat with ease. She enjoys social interaction with other

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (149 miles)

  • Maru 4

    Maru

    • 3 Year Old Male

    Maru's ideal home Maru is a sweet and affectionate boy who enjoys a fuss from his favourite people! He has a playful side to him and loves nothing more than a game with his favourite football! Maru is a curious boy who enjoys exploring and sniffing the world around him. He travels well in the car and would be a great companion for days out in the nature and new adventures!

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in West Calder, West Lothian (36 miles)

  • Lexi 5

    Lexi

    • 3 Year Old Female

    Lexi's ideal home Lexi is seeking a home where she can be the only dog, allowing her to feel secure while her confidence around other Dogs continues to be built gradually during walks. Her new family should be able to increase her time alone slowly, helping her adjust comfortably to being left. She would be happiest in an active home that can provide plenty of exercise and

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (149 miles)

  • Cleo 5

    Cleo

    • 2 Year Old Female

    Cleo's ideal home Meet Cleo, our gorgeous 2 year old German Shepherd x Husky looking for active and training minded adopters. Cleo is best suited as the only pet in the home. She can live with children upper primary aged. She can be left on her own once settled but would benefit from building her leaving hours gradually. Could you be Cleo's perfect match? Cleo is a bundle of

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester (149 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 (93 miles)

  • Olive 4

    Olive

    • 3 Year Old Female

    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 (66 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 (93 miles)

  • Levi 5

    Levi

    • 3 Year Old Male

    Levi's ideal home Levi would love for his family to be passionate about dog training and help him out with some of his training skills. He’ll need the basics such as time alone built up and house training. But he would also like to work on his distance work around traffic as he can react to this. Quieter walking routes where he can explore and sniff at ease on the lead will

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Sadberge, Co Durham (92 miles)

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  • Neptune 2

    Neptune

    4 days ago
    • 4 Month Old Male

    Neptune's ideal home Neptune can live with other pets and children of upper primary school age. He will need all of his basic training and someone at home all day whilst he's still a pup. Could you be Neptune's perfect match? Neptune is a bright boy who has adjusted well to his new environment. He plays happily with his siblings and doesn't cause too much mischief! We believe

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside (152 miles)

  • Bella 2

    Bella

    6 days ago
    • 2 Year Old Female

    Bella's ideal home Bella is a sweet soul who came into our care having recently had a couple of pups. Now her Puppies have independence and homes of their own she would love to get her own fresh start. Bella is friendly and can live with primary school age children. She has lived with Dogs before and could do so again as long as they get on during meets in centre first. She

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (245 miles)

  • Zaza 1

    Zaza

    1 week ago
    • 3 Year Old Female

    Zaza's ideal home Zaza is a nearly 5-year-old German Shepherd. She is looking for active adopters who are happy to carry on her training. Zaza should be the only dog in the home, as she doesn’t like sharing things with other Dogs; however, she would like to have walking friends. She is suitable to live with dog-savvy older primary-aged children. Could you be Zaza's perfect

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (297 miles)

  • Rae 9

    Rae

    1 week ago
    • 6 Year Old Female

    Rae's ideal home Meet gorgeous girl, Rae! Rae is a 6-year old GSD looking for her forever home. Rae is looking to be the only dog in the home, as she does need a little bit of work on her social skills. She is able to go home with older secondary school aged children that are comfortable with bigger Dogs! Rae is a very clever girl who loves to be kept busy and learning new

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (285 miles)

  • Vernon 4

    Vernon

    1 week ago
    • 2 Year Old Male

    Vernon's ideal home Vernon is a handsome young German Shepherd looking for a patient and understanding family who can help him continue building his confidence. He is super loyal to the people he knows and loves being close to them, but he can be a little wary of new people and unfamiliar situations at first. Vernon will need his new family to take introductions slowly and

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Newbury, Berks (297 miles)

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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.

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