4Rowan's ideal home Rowan is a gorgeous 3 year old GSD x Lurcher. She can live with children aged 11 and over and potentially with a calm, resident dog in the home - pending successful meets in the centre. Rowan is a lovely, friendly girl who is super playful and can be quite boisterous. She will need a home that is committed to keeping up her training and keeping her brain
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6Anna's ideal home If you are after a bright, bouncy German Shepherd who is always ready for her next adventure, Anna could be the perfect companion. At 4 years old, she has a curious, energetic nature and loves nothing more than exploring new spaces, taking in fresh scents and then settling down once she feels comfortable. A large, enclosed garden is essential for her as she
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6Luna Mae's ideal home Beautiful Luna Mae is a stunning 1-year-old German Shepherd who is currently thriving in a foster home. She’s settling into home life wonderfully and showing us every day just how special she is. Luna Mae is incredibly intelligent and loves learning new things, so she’s looking for an active home that can channel her energy and sharp mind in a
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5Shelby's ideal home Meet Shelby - a gorgeous 3 year old GSD x looking for her forever home. Shelby could live with a tolerant, resident dog in the home, pending a successful meet here in the centre. Shelby would be best suited in a home where all children are 11yrs+ and comfortable around big, bouncy breeds. Shelby is an energetic young girl who loves to be out and about,
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2Mya'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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3Velma's ideal home Velma is a bright, beautiful 3-year-old German Shepherd with a personality that shines from the moment you meet her. She’s a loving, gentle soul who melts into cuddles and brings joy wherever she goes. This clever little cookie adores her food and is always eager to learn new things. She’s full of beans and always ready for fun, so an active home where
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4Eevee's ideal home Beautiful Eevee is a gorgeous 4 year old Crossbreed who has come into our care for no fault of her own. She's spent most of her life in a home where she was housetrained and quite happy being left for up to 6 hours. We do however, recommend that this time is gradually built back up again as she settles into a new home environment. Eevee has been a delight to
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1Lila's ideal home Lila is a one-year-old German Shepherd looking for a loving home. She is looking for a home where she can be the only dog. She has history of living with a cat and could perhaps live with a dog savvy cat. She has no history with small furries and may bark at livestock including horses. Lila could share her home with older teens. Lila is housetrained and will
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7Esme's ideal home Esme is a fun-loving girl who is on the search for her new family. To set her up for success Esme is looking for an adult only home as the only pet. She is a friendly girl (though toys will always win over fuss!),she's just a bit all-over-the-place and will appreciate the calmer environment. Esme can be reactive when she sees other dogs out and about. A
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2Luna's ideal home Luna is a six-month-old Shepherd cross Mastiff. She could potentially share her home with another dog. She has no history of living with cats, small furries, or livestock. She could live with teenage children in the home. She is a young girl making progress with her housetraining. She travels well in the car. Any time left alone will need to be built up
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2Dolly's ideal home Dolly is a tender-hearted girl who is on the search for a quiet home. She is looking for an adult only home where she can be provided with a safe space. Dolly would like to be the only dog in the home for now. She has lived with other dogs before but is very worried here and needs more socials before she's ready to make new doggy friends. Dolly has lived
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4Delilah's ideal home Delilah is an absolute sweetheart with a heart as big as her paws! One of her favourite pastimes is chasing after her soft toys – she’ll happily entertain herself (and you!) with her goofy games and zoomies. Delilah can get a little overexcited and has shown some mouthing behaviours, so would be best suited to a home with children aged 8 and above who
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4Saffy's ideal home This gorgeous girl is Saffy. Saffy is a 4 year old GSD x Collie with a sensitive soul. She is an inquisitive girl who wants to make new friends but can be worried initially - but if you have a treat or two, she will soon come round!! Because of this, she would be best suited to an adult only home, as the only dog. Due to her sheltered background, Saffy is
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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.
