4Sweep's ideal home Sweep is looking for a loving and patient household who are willing to let her settle at her own pace. She would love to live with another dog, as she gets a lot of confidence from having a buddy. Sweep can be quite nervous so would prefer a quiet household to a busy one, but could live with secondary school aged children as long as they are willing to give
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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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Rescue Centre / Charity
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
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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
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4Ember's ideal home Ember is a sweet social lady with a lot to offer. We don’t have a lot of history for her having been picked up as a stray. We think she would be suitable to live with children 8+ and it would be beneficial if they were comfortable being around larger breeds. Ember is social with other Dogs and would benefit from finding some lead walking friends once
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3Sky's ideal home Sky is a 3-year-old German Shepherd looking for a calm and patient home. She’s a sensitive girl who can be a little nervous, so she’ll need adopters who can help her build her confidence. While she enjoys meeting Dogs on walks, she doesn’t always read their signals, so she’ll need to be the only dog in the home but can have walking friends. Sky could
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3Luna's ideal home Luna is a gentle 2 year old German Shepherd cross who is looking for a calm, understanding home with a family who have the patience to let a shy dog come out of her shell at her own pace. Once she knows you, Luna is a sweet, affectionate, and loyal companion. She would benefit from an active home where she can explore lots of new places. Could you be Luna's
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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
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Tessa's ideal home Tessa is a bright, bouncy 11-month-old with a huge personality and a love for life! She’s confident, excitable, and full of curiosity when meeting new people, always eager to say hello with her tail wagging. Her interactions with other dogs can be a little "over the top," so successful introductions are key — she may be able to live with another dog
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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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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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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
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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
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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.
