German Shepherd Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In Gloucestershire

40 German Shepherd dogs for adoption near Gloucestershire, 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 Gloucestershire, 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.

  • Dexter 10

    Dexter

    • 5 Years Old

    Dexter's ideal home Dexter is a delightful boy who is full of beans. He would love to find an active home where children are secondary school aged. Dexter needs to be the only pet in his new home. He is playful with other Dogs but lacks social skills and can be vocal on approach so is currently working on how to appropriately approach other pooches. Could you be Dexter's

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    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire  (20mi)

  • Rex GSD 5

    Rex GSD

    • 1 Year Old

    Rex GSD's ideal home Meet our gorgeous Rex, a 1-year old German Shepherd boy looking for his forever home! Rex loves Dogs, but can be very excitable towards them so we think he'd be best as the only dog, however, he would love doggy friends out and about to keep up his dog social. Rex would be suitable for a home with children 11yrs+ as he is bouncy and boisterous. Rex is the

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    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan  (48mi)

  • Scramble 3

    Scramble

    • 11 Months Old

    Scramble'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

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    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan  (48mi)

  • Sparky 8

    Sparky

    • 3 Years Old

    Sparky's ideal home Say hello to Sparky, our handsome 3 year old German Shepherd X! Sparky is a loveable goofball who likes meeting new people and making new friends. This sweet boy can live with another dog, but can be quite boisterous with his play, so would need a more confident dog who can calmly correct him if he gets over aroused. Sparky is curious and friendly but

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    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan  (48mi)

  • Hashbrown 2

    Hashbrown

    • 1 Year Old

    Hashbrown'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

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    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan  (48mi)

  • Mushroom 2

    Mushroom

    • 1 Year Old

    Mushroom'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

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    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan  (48mi)

  • Beans 2

    Beans

    • 10 Months Old

    Beans'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

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    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan  (48mi)

  • Toast 4

    Toast

    • 11 Months Old

    Toast's ideal home Meet our beautiful Toast, an 8-month old Crossbreed looking for his forever home. Toast is very under-socialised and under-confident, so would need an incredibly patient home to help him build his confidence up and become the best boy we know he can be. He would be able to live with a resident dog in the home, as long as they are calm and patient. He has

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    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan  (48mi)

  • Kipper 4

    Kipper

    • 1 Year Old

    Kipper'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

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    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan  (48mi)

  • Pudding 7

    Pudding

    • 10 Months Old

    Pudding's ideal home Pudding is as sweet as apple pie! She’s still a bit of a baby as she’s less than a year old, and hasn’t had the best start in life, having been found as a stray. She’s absolutely loved spending time with people here and would be able to live with children of primary school age as long as they’re happy with her size. Pudding has mixed well with

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    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire  (20mi)

  • Casey 3

    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.

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    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks  (43mi)

  • Trigger 5

    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

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    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Newbury, Berks  (48mi)

  • Shadow 1

    Shadow

    • 4 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

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    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Telford, Shropshire  (58mi)

  • Zara 4

    Zara

    • 7 Years Old

    Zara's ideal home Meet beautiful Zara who is a 7 year old German Shepherd. She's ready to find her paw-fect forever home where she can enjoy all the comforts a home has to offer. Zara is housetrained and happy to be left for an hour or so however we recommend this is gradually built back up as she settles into her forever home. Zara is a lovely girl who is happy to greet

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    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks  (43mi)

  • Mya 2

    Mya

    • 5 Years Old

    Mya's ideal home Mya is a sensitive lady who would love to find a quiet home. She has some worries and will need a slow, steady approach, especially with handling. To set her up for success, she is looking for an adult only home as the only pet and will benefit from continued socialisation around other Dogs. A secure garden will give her that safe and secure place she needs to

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    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire  (20mi)

  • Lacey 5

    Lacey

    • 8 Years Old

    Lacey's ideal home Lovely Lacey is a beautiful girl who has come into our care after a challenging start to life. Now, she’s ready for her fresh start and is hoping to find her perfect forever home. Lacey is a real people-lover; affectionate, friendly, and always eager for a fuss. She greets everyone she meets with a happy, wagging tail, brightening the day of all who cross

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    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks  (43mi)

  • Maximilian 7

    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 in Telford, Shropshire  (58mi)

  • Pax 5

    Pax

    • 7 Years Old

    Pax's ideal home Meet the handsome Pax. He's ready to find his patient and loving forever home. This big bundle of love can find meeting new people a little overwhelmed and sometimes bark at things he's worried by, but with some patience (and some treats) he soon makes friends and really enjoys some fuss. He loves to play with toys, especially tennis balls but he doesn't

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    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks  (43mi)

  • Pablo 8

    Pablo

    • 3 Years Old

    Pablo's ideal home Pablo is a sweet-natured boy who absolutely loves his humans. He’s friendly but also a large, strong, high-energy lad, so won’t be suitable to live with young children. Those of secondary school age would be fine though, as long as they are happy with him! He can live with another dog, pending a successful mix at the centre prior to rehoming. Pablo has

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    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire  (19mi)

  • Loki Boy 3

    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 in Kenilworth, Warks  (43mi)

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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.

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