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!
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3Damon's ideal home Damon would thrive in a calm home with older children of upper secondary school age or above who are confident around a lively, large dog. He may be able to live with another well-matched dog following successful introductions at the centre, and he may also be suitable for a home with a confident cat, as he previously lived happily with one. A home without
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6Guy's ideal home Guy is ready to find his forever family and home! He’ll thrive with adopters who are ready to embrace all the Shepherdy ways, continue training and be up for plenty of fun! A home with older teens, no other pets and a quiet environment will suit Guy best. Could you be Guy's perfect match? Guy is a fun, clever, 4-year-old German Shepherd who is full of
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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
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3Domino's ideal home Domino is an affectionate and sweet boy, his favourite things are snacks and fuss. He loves company and he would love his new family to be around most of the time whilst he settles in. Domino enjoys a peaceful walk where he can get lots of sniffs. Could you be Domino's perfect match? Domino has been assessed to live with children 14+, he can be a bouncy boy
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4Bandit's ideal home Are you an active family looking for a young fun dog to do training with? Yes, then Bandit might be the one for you! He loves getting out and about to explore and would love to join on adventures. He adores spending time with you! Bandit would benefit from a confidence boost for when making new human friends as he can be unsure with some. It’s so worth
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7Maximilian'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
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5Hero's ideal home Meet the truly heroic Hero! At just 1.5 years old, this German Shepherd x Mastiff is living up to his name by winning hearts wherever he goes. Hero could happily share his home with confident secondary school aged children who are comfortable around a big, bouncy boy. He also has the potential to live with another dog of a similar size, though he can be a bit
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2Kingsley's ideal home Kingsley is looking for owners who are actively involved in training with basics as well as helping him with his dog interactions. He has grown in confidence when meeting new people, but adopters will need to able to attend multiple meets here at the centre. He would like a private, secure garden with the home being away from a main busy road. He can live
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4Rex's ideal home Meet the most handsome Rex! Rex is a 2-year old German Shepherd looking for a his forever home. Rex would like to be the only dog in the home, but would love to make lots of doggy friends out and about that he can continue his social with. Rex would be best suited to a home where all children are 11yrs+ as he's a big, bouncy boy! Rex is a bit underconfident in
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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
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2Diesel's ideal home Diesel is a stunning 6 year old German Shepherd looking for love! He is looking to have private access to his own secure garden where he can play to his heart's content. He loves playing and snuggling up. Diesel can be reactive to other Dogs, so would prefer having quieter areas to head for his walks. Could you be Diesel's perfect match? As a larger lad,
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4Apollo's ideal home Handsome Apollo is a nearly 4 year old German Shepherd who has come into our care with little previous history. He's full of love and is such a wonderful boy, with a cheeky character to match! Apollo has been a friendly lad since being with us and we think he could happily share his home with children of 6+ who are confident around large and bouncy Dogs. As
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4Dex's ideal home Dex is a sweet 1 year old Staffie x German Shepherd who is very friendly and fun! He is looking to find a family who can give him constant companionship whilst he works on being left home alone comfortably. Dex is looking to have access to his own secure garden where he can burn off some energy, and work on his training. Could you be Dex's perfect match? This
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3Chase's ideal home Chase is a young boy with so much potential. Born deaf, Chase needs a special family who can help him experience the World in his unique way. Chase is looking for a patient and dedicated forever home that will take the time to teach him through hand signals and visual cues. He’s a bright, eager-to-please dog who will thrive with gentle consistency and
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2Herman's ideal home Herman is a sensitive boy who would love to find a quiet home. He's a big softie at heart but has shown worries around formal handling. Herman is looking for a home where children are secondary school age. He loves to get out and about but can find seeing other Dogs a bit frustrating and get himself into a bit of a pickle. As he's a large lad he'll need
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6Cain's ideal home Cain is a gorgeous 2-year-old German Shepherd cross. He can be on the shyer side at first but once you are friends, his cheeky personality starts to come out! With his best human friends he loves a chin scratch, he is also a big foodie and loves his treats! Cain is a sweet but sensitive boy who can be shy of new people and situations. He would benefit from
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9Thomas's ideal home Thomas is an enthusiastic boy who is excited to begin the search for a home! As he can find handling a little overwhelming Thomas is looking for an adult-only home with a garden of his own. He'd love to be the only pet for now. He does get on well with other Dogs but is very over-the-top and intense, especially when greeting. Walking friends to help his
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Rescue Centre / Charity
6Augustus's ideal home Augustus is a beautiful but anxious boy who would love to find a quiet home where he will be given time to decompress and find his paws. He is very sweet but finds handling quite overwhelming and freezes. For this reason he’s looking for an adult-only home with no visiting children. Augustus won’t be able to live with cats and is looking for a home as
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3Guiness's ideal home If you are after a big-hearted boy with an even bigger pair of ears, Guiness could be just the one for you! At four and a half years old, this handsome German Shepherd is a happy, friendly lad who is always up for a bit of fun. He loves being out and about, exploring new places and going on adventures—especially if it means he can ride along in the car
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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.
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.
