Show Family Friendly Working German Shepherd Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue

73 Show Family Friendly Working German Shepherd Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue accross the UK

Find 73 German Shepherd dogs for adoption across the UK, including rescue and rehoming listings from shelters, breeders and private owners.

This page helps you compare German Shepherd dogs available for adoption across the UK, 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.

  • Narnia 2

    Narnia

    • 9 Months Old

    Narnia'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

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London

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    Mocha

    • 9 Months Old

    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

  • Zara 4

    Zara

    • 7 Years Old

    Zara'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

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks

  • Damon 3

    Damon

    • 2 Years Old

    Damon's ideal home Damon would thrive in a calm home with older children of upper secondary school age or above who are confident around a lively, large dog. He may be able to live with another well-matched dog following successful introductions at the centre, and he may also be suitable for a home with a confident cat, as he previously lived happily with one. A home without

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester

  • Rip 3

    Rip

    • 1 Year Old

    Rip's ideal home Rip would be better as the only dog due to his OTT behaviours but can walk with others. Any children at home would need to be older than 16 as he has snapped around food. Rip is house trained and knows some basic cues, and he needs a 6ft fence in the garden as he can jump. Could you be Rip's perfect match? Rip was born at the centre but has sadly been returned

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside

  • Esme 7

    Esme

    • 1 Year Old

    Esme's ideal home Esme is a fun-loving girl who is on the search for her new family. To set her up for success Esme is looking for an adult only home as the only pet. She is a friendly girl (though toys will always win over fuss!), she's just a bit all-over-the-place and will appreciate the calmer environment. Esme can be reactive when she sees other Dogs out and about. A

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire

  • Rik 4

    Rik

    • 5 Years Old

    Rik's ideal home Rik is an incredibly endearing five-year-old German Shepherd with both brains and charm in abundance. He’s a bright, fun-loving boy who adores spending time with his favourite people—especially if it involves learning something new. Training sessions are one of his favourite ways to bond, and he’s already mastered an impressive list of tricks. Rik would

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex

  • Orla 3

    Orla

    • 2 Years Old

    Orla's ideal home Orla is a sweet 1 year old (approx) German Shepherd cross who is looking for a family that can work on her basic training, including confidence building. She arrived in our care after being found as a stray, so we have very limited information about her history. Ideally she'd like to have direct access into her own secure garden where she can play and train

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Glasgow, Scotland

  • Walter 4

    Walter

    • 3 Years Old

    Walter's ideal home Walter is looking for a home where he will be the only pet and where any children, resident or visiting, are over the age of 16. We have limited history so cannot guarantee that Walter will be house trained, and will need somebody at home for most of the day whilst he settles to help with his toilet training and to ensure that he does not become

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Liverpool, Merseyside

  • Watson 1

    Watson

    • 1 Year Old

    Watson's ideal home Say hello to Watson our beautiful 8 week old Cane Corso x German Shepherd has stolen the hearts of everyone here at the centre. He is a bright and lively young pup looking for a family to call his own. Could you be Watson's perfect match? Watson is a lovely boy with a lot of potential and for this reason is needing a home that can socialise and train him

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester

  • Darla 4

    Darla

    • 3 Years Old

    Darla's ideal home Darla can live with adults only (18+) and no other pets in her new home. She is looking for a quieter home with a big, secure garden for her to run around in. Darla would like her new family to be at home for the majority of the day as she can struggle when left alone for long periods of time. Her new family will also need to continue her recall training so

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire

  • Deki 9

    Deki

    • 9 Years Old

    Deki's ideal home Deki is a big boy who is a bit of a sensitive soul. He isn't a big fan of handling and much prefers to have his own space, so his new family will need to be understanding of this. Deki is learning how to wear a muzzle for when he sees the vet and when he needs a groom to keep him looking his best! He would like to be the only pet in his forever home, however

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Kenilworth, Warks

  • Levi 5

    Levi

    • 3 Years Old

    Levi's ideal home Levi would love for his family to be passionate about dog training and help him out with some of his training skills. He’ll need the basics such as time alone built up and house training. But he would also like to work on his distance work around traffic as he can react to this. Quieter walking routes where he can explore and sniff at ease on the lead will

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Sadberge, Co Durham

Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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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