6Raven's ideal home Raven is a 5-year-old, confident and excitable girl who absolutely loves meeting new people and throws herself into life with enthusiasm. She’s playful and confident when meeting other Dogs and could live with another dog that matches her playstyle, dependent on a successful mix here at the centre. Raven is a high-energy dog who will need both plenty of
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3I am writing this reference to describe the temperament and behavior of Sheera, a large, white female German Shepherd. Sheera is a highly intelligent, energetic, and active dog. She is very playful and thrives with regular exercise, structure, and mental stimulation. Inside the home, Sheera is well behaved, calm, and obedient, and she responds reliably to verbal commands. She
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Paula
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kitty's ideal home Kitty is a confident, friendly and curious 14-month-old dog who enjoys meeting new people and taking in the world around her. She has a moderate energy level and loves getting out and about for walks, where she can explore and enjoy plenty of sniffing. Kitty is calm when meeting other Dogs and can enjoy having walking buddies, although she is not keen on
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2Teddy's ideal home Teddy is on the search for his forever home with a family that lives an active lifestyle. So, Teddy can go on new adventures and maybe even explore some dog sports/activities with him to keep his brain stimulated. His leaving hours could potentially be up to 6 hours; however, this will need to be built up gradually as he settles into his new home. Teddy
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2Aslan's ideal home Aslan is a young puppy on the search for his forever home. He will need a home that can continue his basic training, including housetraining. Aslan can be worried by new people through barriers and in person, so his adopters will need to introduce new people slowly and have minimal visitors until he has gained more confidence. Due to Aslan's mouthing and
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4Roxy'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
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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
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1Aiden's ideal home Aiden is searching for his forever home with owners who lead an active lifestyle. He would love adopters who can help channel his energy into scent games and appropriate activities. He is looking for a family who is confident and comfortable around large Dogs and can live with children 14+ who are also comfortable around larger breeds. Aiden is a smart boy
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Cassie's ideal home Cassie is a 9-month-old, high-energy youngster who is confident, affectionate and full of life. She loves meeting new people and greets everyone with a bouncy, happy enthusiasm. Cassie can live with sensible teenage children and would suit an active home that can keep her both physically and mentally busy. As she was found as a stray, her training will need
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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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Ronno's ideal home Ronno is a large crossbreed puppy who will be searching for his furever home very soon. A very cute boisterous puppy, Ronno is looking for active adopters who have lots of patience to help him turn into a well rounded adult. He is a friendly boy with new people and could live with secondary school aged children and another dog, pending successful mixes at
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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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2Molly's ideal home Molly is a sweet girl who takes time to warm up to people. Once she knows you, Molly enjoys a gentle fuss and will ask for more when you stop! She loves snacks and will be your best friend if you give her a tasty hot dog. She is a playful girl who loves playing with her toys and likes to carry her tennis balls with her at all times. Molly loves to play doggy
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4Cara's ideal home Cara is on the search for her forever home with adopters who want to get stuck into training. She is a young bouncy girl who can jump up a lot. Adopters will need to keep her brain engaged and teach her to keep all four paws on the floor. She would be best suited to live with older primary school aged children who are confident around larger Dogs. She would
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4Chewy's ideal home Charming Chewy is on the search for his forever home with adopters who can shower him with all the love he deserves. He is a bouncy young boy who would benefit from learning how to keep all four paws on the floor. He can live with children who are comfortable around bouncy Dogs, Chewy would love a secure garden to enjoy but this could be private or communal.
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3Trilby'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
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3Lacey's ideal home Sweet and independent girl Lacey is a 7 year old Husky/German Shepherd cross who likes to take her time to get to know new people. Once a bond is built she is s a cheeky, fun, and loyal companion. She loves to play, teddies and raggys are her favourite, she will happily bound around after them and throw them up in the air. Once she is comfortable with you
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5Trigger's ideal home Trigger would truly flourish in a calm, predictable home where he can enjoy a steady routine and a relaxed atmosphere. He feels most comfortable in quiet to moderately busy environments and loves peaceful walks, making a rural or low‑traffic setting an ideal match for him. He would be happiest living with adults or secondary‑school‑aged children who
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3Storm'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
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4Zara's ideal home Meet beautiful Zara who is a 7 year old German Shepherd. She's ready to find her paw-fect forever home where she can enjoy all the comforts a home has to offer. Zara is housetrained and happy to be left for an hour or so however we recommend this is gradually built back up as she settles into her forever home. Zara is a lovely girl who is happy to greet
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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.
