7Ria's ideal home Ria is a bright and energetic 5-month-old German Shepherd x Husky with a big personality and an even bigger heart. She’s a social, affectionate young dog who loves being around people and getting involved in whatever is going on. She has grown in confidence quickly in foster and is showing herself to be playful, friendly and eager to engage. She also has a
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Hashbrown's ideal home Say hello to Hashbrown, our stunning 1-year old Crossbreed looking for his forever home! Hashbrown is looking for a home that is understanding of his worried nature, so any children would need to be 14yrs+. Hashbrown would enjoy a resident dog in the home that is able to show him the ropes! He's a really lovely boy who can be worried initially, but comes
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Beans's ideal home Meet Beans! Beans is a gorgeous 7-month old Crossbreed looking for his forever home. Beans has come into us having been under-socialised, so he is incredibly worried. For this reason, we would be looking for homes with children 16yrs+ and potentially a calm, polite resident dog that is able to show him the ropes - although, he has shown some guarding
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Mushroom's ideal home Meet Mushroom, a gorgeous 1-year old Crossbreed looking for his forever home. Mushroom would be able to live with a calm, polite dog in the home pending a successful meet here in the centre. Any children would need to be 14yrs+ and able to give him space when he needs it, as he is a worried lad. Mushroom is quite under-socialised and under-confident, so
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Maggie's ideal home Maggie is a 2-year-old sweetheart who is friendly and happy meeting new people, but he’s still finding his feet in the world. she’s under-socialised and can feel a bit worried when meeting unfamiliar Dogs, though she does enjoy walking alongside calm, dog-savvy friends. Maggie will need a patient, understanding home that can help him build confidence at
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Tex's ideal home Tex is a 2-year-old sweetheart who is friendly and happy meeting new people, but he’s still finding his feet in the world. He’s under-socialised and can feel a bit worried when meeting unfamiliar Dogs, though he does enjoy walking alongside calm, dog-savvy friends. Tex will need a patient, understanding home that can help him build confidence at his own
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Bailey's ideal home Bailey can live with high school aged children but will need to be the only pet at home. He is house trained but being so young and spending time in kennels, he may need a refresher. Bailey is good around horses. Could you be Bailey's perfect match? Young Bailey is having a lot to deal with, finding himself at the centre at such a young age. He's here
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Toast's ideal home Meet our beautiful Toast, an 8-month old Crossbreed looking for his forever home. Toast is very under-socialised and under-confident, so would need an incredibly patient home to help him build his confidence up and become the best boy we know he can be. He would be able to live with a resident dog in the home, as long as they are calm and patient. He has
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Kipper's ideal home Meet our stunning boy, Kipper! Kipper is a 1.5-year old Crossbreed looking for his forever home. He could live with another dog in the home, pending a successful meet here in the centre, but all children in the home must be at least 14yrs+ as he is quite worried initially. Kipper is a really lovely boy, and when he is comfortable with you, he loves a
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
1Almond's ideal home Meet Almond! This little lady is the last of her litter to find her forever home and she is super excited to find that special someone! This stunning, vibrant puppy is full of energy and will need an active home that can introduce her to lots of fun and adventure. As she's still young and investigating the world for the first time, elements of training will
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
7Pudding's ideal home Pudding is as sweet as apple pie! She’s still a bit of a baby as she’s less than a year old, and hasn’t had the best start in life, having been found as a stray. She’s absolutely loved spending time with people here and would be able to live with children of primary school age as long as they’re happy with her size. Pudding has mixed well with
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Narnia's ideal home Narnia is on the search for her forever home with adopters who will be happy to carry on her training and help her settle into home life. She is a young puppy and will need a home that can continue on her basic training, including housetraining, socialisation and exposure to life. Narnia can be worried by new people, so her adopters will need to introduce
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Casey's ideal home Meet our golden girl, Casey! She's a 10 year old German Shepherd who is currently living off site in a foster home where she is thoroughly enjoying all the comforts of home life. Casey has settled right into home life like she's always been there. She is housetrained and quite content to be left for an hour or so, which we think could be gradually built up.
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
6Mia's ideal home Mia is a sweet girl who can live with children of secondary school ages and above. As she is under socialised with other Dogs and can react she will need to be kept on a lead at all times when out and about and would need to be walked by an adult who is comfortable with her strength on the lead. Due to this she would love her own private, secure garden where
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Jadis's ideal home Jadis is on the search for her forever home with adopters who will be happy to carry on her training and help her settle into home life. Due to Jadis’ unsettled start in life, she requires a specific home with adopters who have the time to continue her basic training, socialisation, and exposure to life. She can be worried in new situations and will take
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Lucy's ideal home Lucy is on the search for her forever home with adopters who will be happy to carry on her training and help her settle into home life. Due to Lucy's unsettled start in life, she requires a specific home with adopters who have the time to continue her basic training, socialisation, and exposure to life. She can be worried by new experiences, so it will take
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
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
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Nova's ideal home Nova is looking for a home where she will have access to a private secure garden so that she can gain her confidence before heading out and about. She would be best suited to a home that is knowledgeable and experienced with German Shepherds. She would love a quiet home that has the ability to separate her from any unknown visitors to the home as she can be
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
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
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
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
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
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.
