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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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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Rescue Centre / Charity
4Zero's ideal home Zero is a handsome three-year-old Shepherd cross Husky. He’s looking for a fun-loving home with adult adopters and is looking to be the only dog in the home. We have no history of what Zero is like in a home environment, so time left alone is best built up gradually. He loves the company and the attention! He has no experience with cats, small furries, or
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3Fabian's ideal home Handsome boy Fabian is a 2 year old German Shepherd cross that is looking for a loving home to call his own. He can live with another calm dog in the home, pending a successful meet here at the center. As Fabian can be a little bit worried, he is best suited to a home with older secondary school children that will give him the time and patience he needs to
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Rescue Centre / Charity
6Belle's ideal home Belle is a sweet young pup who is anxiously awaiting her new chapter! She can share her home with older secondary school children and another dog pending a successful meet and greet. We don't know if Belle has ever had contact with cats, but she could integrate with a cat in the home with careful introductions. Belle would benefit from having company most of
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5Diesel Shepherd's ideal home Diesel is a two-year-old German Shepherd with lots of love to give. He is looking for a wonderful home. He has good child history. He could share his home with dog savvy children aged eight-years plus. He could potentially live with another dog in the home or be equally as happy as the only dog in the home. Diesel has history of living with a cat
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5Elvis's ideal home Meet the handsome Elvis. He is a 6 month old German Shepherd looking for his forever home. He can live with another dog in the home, pending a successful meet at the centre and we are unsure if he can live with cats. Elvis can live with older secondary school aged children that are comfortable with big babies like Elvis! Elvis has not had the best start in
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Neil's ideal home Neil is a very handsome 2 year old German Shepherd looking for his forever home. Neil is unable to live with another dog in the home and is looking for adopters that are happy to work on his dog social skills as he had not had much socialisation before coming into our care. He can live with old secondary school aged children. When meeting new people he is
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4Dandelion's ideal home Dandelion is a sweet active girl looking for a family to keep her busy and teach her lots of new things. Dandelion is a clever girl and whilst she knows some simple training she would love a family who will engage her brain and teach her new things! Dandelion loves to play and would like a secure garden where she can run about and throw her toys around.
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4Narla's ideal home Narla can live with teenagers but will need to be the only pet at home as she is very reactive to other Dogs. She's house trained and can be left alone for a few hours without worry once she's settled in. Narla is very strong on her lead. Could you be Narla's perfect match? Narla is a bright girl who knows lots of tricks and excleed at her training classes.
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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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5Rocco's ideal home Rocco is a sweet, loving, and playful young lad bursting with personality. Once he gets to know you, his affectionate and cheeky side truly shines through. While he can be a little nervous around new people at first, with a bit of patience and time, Rocco quickly blossoms into a loyal and loving companion. Rocco would thrive in a calm, understanding home
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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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Rescue Centre / Charity
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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3Crystal's ideal home Crystal is looking for a home that will be able to fulfil her desire to explore and have energy levels to match hers! She has shown us that she can settle when things are calm, but her personality shines through when she can be out and about exploring, sniffing or playing! Could you be Crystal's perfect match? Crystal can live with a family with children
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3Sterling's ideal home Sterling is a handsome 10 month old German Shepherd who has come into our care after being found as a stray. He is currently spending time in one of our foster homes where he is being the most wonderful house guest. Sterling has the potential to live with another dog, pending mixes done here at the centre. He is currently able to be left for up to an hour
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3Jack's ideal home Jack is looking for an active home with adopters who are keen to get involved with his continued socialisation and training which he loves doing! He is a smart boy who is very responsive to training so would love to carry this on in his new home. Despite Jack's size, he is such a gentle boy who greets people very calmly so we would be happy for Jack to live
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3Hilton's ideal home Hilton is on the search for a loving and patient family who can help him settle into home life and learn about the World. Hilton would like to be the only dog in the home for now but could have the potential to live with another once he has been more socialised. He would be best suited to live with teenagers who are comfortable around big bouncy Dogs. Once
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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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Rescue Centre / Charity
4Cosmo's ideal home Cosmo is a bright German Shepherd looking for a patient and dedicated family to help reach his full potential. He is a loyal and eager learning who would love to get stuck into lots of training, games and activities. He can be worried when being left alone so adopters will need to build up their leaving time gradually to help build his confidence. Adopters
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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.
