German Shepherd Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In West Sussex

32 German Shepherd Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue In West Sussex

Find 32 German Shepherd dogs for adoption in West Sussex, 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 West Sussex, 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.

  • Mae 5

    Mae

    • 1 Year Old Female

    Mae's ideal home The sweetest girl Mae is a 1 and a half year old German Shepherd cross who is keen to show off how clever she is with her tricks and skills. She has just learnt to play with toys, and she thinks they are the best, she will chase after them and then will run around with them in her mouth. She is growing in confidence every single day, once she builds a bond

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent (57 miles)

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    Edwin

    • 6 Year Old Male

    Edwin's ideal home Edwin is a fun-loving, energetic 6-year-old German Shepherd who is looking for an active home ready to embrace his zest for life. Don't let his age fool you—this handsome boy still has plenty of energy and loves nothing more than a game of tug of war or chasing a squeaky ball. He is instantly friendly and excitable when meeting new people, making friends

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (52 miles)

  • Zaza 1

    Zaza

    • 4 Year Old Female

    Zaza's ideal home Zaza is a nearly 5-year-old German Shepherd. She is looking for active adopters who are happy to carry on her training. Zaza should be the only dog in the home, as she doesn’t like sharing things with other Dogs; however, she would like to have walking friends. She is suitable to live with dog-savvy older primary-aged children. Could you be Zaza's perfect

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (42 miles)

  • Vernon 4

    Vernon

    • 2 Year Old Male

    Vernon's ideal home Vernon is a handsome young German Shepherd looking for a patient and understanding family who can help him continue building his confidence. He is super loyal to the people he knows and loves being close to them, but he can be a little wary of new people and unfamiliar situations at first. Vernon will need his new family to take introductions slowly and

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Newbury, Berks (58 miles)

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    Damson

    • 3 Year Old Female

    Damson's ideal home Damson is a beautiful 3-year-old German Shepherd looking for her forever home where she can relax and thrive. Kennel life has left her feeling quite unsettled, and she often relies on her favourite toys to help her feel safe and calm. She is naturally inquisitive but can be wary of unfamiliar surroundings at first, so she will need time to build confidence

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (52 miles)

  • Cove 3

    Cove

    • 8 Month Old Male

    Cove's ideal home Cove is a five month old German Shepherd x Malinois with a bright future ahead of him! Once he feels calm and safe, he'll happily show affection and lean into you for a fuss, and he forms trusting bonds with his people. Food and toys are definitely the way to Cove's heart and this makes him highly motivated for reward based training. He's wonderfully clever,

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex

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    Warner

    • 6 Year Old Male

    Warner's ideal home Warner is a handsome six-year-old Husky and German Shepherd Cross with a confident, easy-going nature and a heart full of affection. He loves meeting new people and greets everyone with a wagging tail, happily soaking up all the fuss and even jumping up for cuddles. Warner has lived alongside his lifelong best friend, Oakley, and while he is independent

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (52 miles)

  • Roxy 4

    Roxy

    • 2 Year Old Female

    Roxy's ideal home Roxy is on the search for her forever home! She is looking for a home that is happy to carry on the training that she has started at the centre. Her potential adopters would also need to continue working on improving her dog interactions, as well as growing her confidence and not jumping up. Roxy is looking for adopters who are prepared for an active Shepherd

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London (42 miles)

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    Mocha

    • 1 Year Old Female

    Mocha's ideal home Mocha is a 5-month-old, high-energy pup who is full of life and enthusiasm. She is very excitable when meeting new people and will suit a home that enjoys an active, bouncy young dog and is committed to ongoing training and socialisation. Mocha is currently conflicted when meeting other Dogs, so she will need patient, positive exposure and guidance to help

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (52 miles)

  • Storm 3

    Storm

    • 4 Year Old Male

    Storm's ideal home Tall and Handsome boy Storm is a 4 year old Dobermann cross Shepherd who is looking for a loving home to call his own. He loves a squeaky toy, especially squeaky balls, he will zoom around after them if thrown for him and will bring them back for another go, he will also happily play alone pouncing on the ball and batting it around. He can be quite an

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent (57 miles)

  • Tailor 4

    Tailor

    • 1 Year Old Male

    Tailor's ideal home Tailor is looking for a home with active adopters who can take him on sniffy adventures and provide him with fun and mentally stimulating enrichment to keep his brain busy. He can live with primary school aged children who are confident with a large, playful dog and can give him space to rest when needed. Tailor can be a little frustrated around other Dogs,

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent (57 miles)

  • Trilby 3

    Trilby

    • 4 Year Old Male

    Trilby's ideal home Trilby is a beautiful boy, aged approximately three-years-old. Originally found as a stray, we haven’t got any information on his background before his arrival in our care. However, we have been working closely with him to determine what we feel would make for his ideal home! As a boy with lots of energy, yet lacking in general confidence, we think Trilby

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex

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  • Brodie 3

    Brodie

    2 weeks ago
    • 7 Month Old Male

    Brodie's ideal home Brodie is a super sweet 6 month old Husky x German Shepherd who adores spending time with his human friends. He’s a lovely lad looking for kind, patient adopters who can help him feel safe and confident as he grows. Brodie absolutely adores a fuss and will ask you for more if you stop! He is such a fun, sociable boy and loves meeting people, always very

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex

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    Dakota

    2 weeks ago
    • 1 Year Old Female

    Dakota's ideal home Dakota is a lovely 1-year-and-9-month-old girl who is confident and friendly when meeting new people. She is a playful and bouncy girl who loves having fun, especially when there are toys to enjoy, treats to munch and plenty of fuss and cuddles to go around! Dakota can be conflicted when meeting other Dogs, so her new family will need to be committed to

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (52 miles)

  • Ant-man 4

    Ant-man

    2 weeks ago
    • 4 Month Old Male

    Ant-man's ideal home Ant-Man is a confident, affectionate 3-month-old crossbreed puppy who loves meeting people and making new friends! His foster carers describe him as a “10/10 gold star puppy”, and it’s easy to see why — he’s a smart little chap with lots of love to give. He enjoys his treats, which will be a great help with his ongoing training, and he travels

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex (52 miles)

  • Bruce 8

    Bruce

    3 weeks ago
    • 7 Month Old Male

    Bruce's ideal home Bruce is a young boy who is looking for a family to help him with the puppy basics alongside building his confidence. He has a good history around kids but is quite a sensitive soul. A home where children are a little older, of around secondary school age, would suit him best. Bruce is still working on his dog socials and isn’t quite sure what to do with

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (108 miles)

  • Bramble 4

    Bramble

    3 weeks ago
    • 7 Year Old Male

    Bramble's ideal home Meet gorgeous boy Bramble! He is an excitable and playful 7.5 year old German Shepherd X Rottweiler. Bramble is a friendly, jumpy boy that can’t wait to meet his new people and make friends with both people and Dogs. Bramble could live with another dog in the home, pending a successful meet at our centre, and would prefer for all children in the home to

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Cardiff, Glamorgan (133 miles)

  • Lola 8

    Lola

    • 5 Year Old Female

    Lola's ideal home Lola might not merengue and cha-cha-cha but she is definitely a star! She can be a little worried at first and she won’t want to live with young kids, but those of around secondary school age would be fine. Lola is dog social and loves spending time with playful Dogs, so could live with one as long as it’s the right match. She can be frustrated when she

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (108 miles)

  • Koda 7

    Koda

    • 2 Year Old Male

    Koda's ideal home Koda is a sweet, active boy with a big love for tennis balls, food and getting out to explore. He can be a little reserved when meeting new people, but give him a bit of time to get to know you and he soon starts to relax, seek out affection and show off his lovely personality. He would enjoy a home where he can keep both his body and brain busy, with plenty

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Newbury, Berks (58 miles)

  • Odin 4

    Odin

    • 6 Year Old Male

    Odin's ideal home Odin is a handsome 5yr old German Shepherd looking for a new home via our Homestay scheme. He is able to live with primary school aged children but would like to be the only pet in his home. Could you be Odin's perfect match? Odin has positive home history of being fully housetrained and travelling well in a car. He doesn't have much experience of being left

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire (108 miles)

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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.

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