Working Female (Bitch) German Shepherd Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue

26 Working Female (Bitch) German Shepherd Dogs And Puppies For Adoption, Rehoming And Rescue accross the UK

Find 26 female 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.

  • Ember 4

    Ember

    • 3 Years Old

    Ember's ideal home This gorgeous girl is looking for an adult only home with at least one female. She will need to be the only dog in the home, no cats but can live with small furries if kept separate. Ember would like to have her own private, secure garden where she can play with her toys and enjoy the sunshine. Adopters will need to have the ability to separate her from the

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester

  • Fifi 3

    Fifi

    • 3 Years Old

    Fifi's ideal home Meet Fifi, the absolutely gorgeous 3 year old Shepherd cross whose got the brains to match her beauty and a heart of gold. She loves to play, soft toys are her favourite, she will chase and bound around after them and will happily play on her own, although if there is a buddy around to play with her then all the better. She is a cheeky, independent girl who

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent

  • Georgia 3

    Georgia

    • 1 Year Old

    Georgia's ideal home Beautiful Georgia is looking for a home where everyone is over the age of 15 years old and where she’ll be the only pet. She must have a secure garden and would like a quiet home without too many Dogs around. She would like her new family to be around for most of the day to help her settle in, with potential to build up leaving hours. Could you be

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wymeswold, Leicestershire

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    Mocha

    • 10 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

  • Esme 7

    Esme

    • 2 Years 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

  • Luna 3

    Luna

    • 1 Year Old

    Luna's ideal home Luna is a stunning 4-month-old German Shepherd Crossbreed puppy who is looking for her forever home. She was found as a stray and this ordeal has left her very anxious and shy of people and places she doesn't know but she's doing well with her training and is absolutely bursting with potential. She will need her adopters to continue to slowly build her

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Leeds, Yorkshire

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  • Akira 8

    Akira

    • 7 Years Old

    Akira's ideal home Akira would be best suited to a home with children of secondary school age and above. She is looking to be the only dog in the home, although she would benefit from continuing her socialisation with other dogs out on walks. She cannot live with cats, but she could potentially live with small furries if they are kept separate. A home with breed knowledge, or

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester

  • Keita 4

    Keita

    • 6 Years Old

    Keita's ideal home Meet Keita who is on our Homestay scheme and looking for a new home. She is suitable to live with secondary school aged children who are comfortable with her bounce. Keita would like to be the only pet in her home and is best suited to a low dog populated area due to showing reactive behaviours. She had a negative experience with other dogs when she was just

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Evesham, Worcestershire

  • Nala 2

    Nala

    • 8 Years Old

    Nala's ideal home Nala is a sweet, friendly 7 Year Old German Shepherd who really enjoys human company and affection, happily seeking out attention and settling well once comfortable. She is confident in everyday environments such as passing traffic and has made great progress with car travel, now hopping into the back seat with ease. She enjoys social interaction with other

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester

  • Lexi 5

    Lexi

    • 3 Years Old

    Lexi's ideal home Lexi is seeking a home where she can be the only dog, allowing her to feel secure while her confidence around other dogs continues to be built gradually during walks. Her new family should be able to increase her time alone slowly, helping her adjust comfortably to being left. She would be happiest in an active home that can provide plenty of exercise and

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester

  • Luna 3

    Luna

    • 1 Year Old

    Luna's ideal home Sweet little softie Luna is a 1 year old Shepherd cross Staffy with a thirst for adventure! She loves to get out and about exploring and being active, her favourite game is a round or two of tuggy with her raggy toy, she likes to bound around after toys that are thrown for her. She adores cuddles and has no boundaries when it comes to snuggles on the sofa,

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Chestfield, Kent

  • Cleo 5

    Cleo

    • 2 Years Old

    Cleo's ideal home Meet Cleo, our gorgeous 2 year old German Shepherd x Husky looking for active and training minded adopters. Cleo is best suited as the only pet in the home. She can live with children upper primary aged. She can be left on her own once settled but would benefit from building her leaving hours gradually. Could you be Cleo's perfect match? Cleo is a bundle of

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Manchester, Greater Manchester

  • Latavia 3

    Latavia

    • 3 Years Old

    Latavia's ideal home Meet the stunning 3-year-old German Shepherd, Latavia. She is looking for patient adopters who have the time to help her adjust to living in a home. She can be worried when being left on her own, so she would really like her adopters to be around for most of the time as she is settling into her home and having minimal leave hours. Latavia will need to

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London

  • Bow 3

    Bow

    • 7 Years Old

    Bow's ideal home Meet Beautiful Bow, a charming 6-year-old Crossbreed in search of her forever home. Bow is perfect for families with children aged 11 and up, as she can be a bit hand shy, especially around her head, but she absolutely loves chin tickles. While Bow can feel a little uncertain around other dogs and may growl to show her discomfort, she will need patient and

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Snetterton, Norfolk

  • Rosie 4

    Rosie

    • 10 Years Old

    Rosie's ideal home Rosie is a lovely 10-year-old lady with a gentle, low-energy nature who still enjoys her daily walks and plenty of time to sniff and explore. She is confident and friendly when meeting new people, making her a wonderful companion for a calm household. Rosie travels well in the car and would happily join her family on relaxed days out. She will need regular

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Wickford, Essex

  • Ava 3

    Ava

    • 1 Year Old

    Ava's ideal home Friendly Ava is looking for her forever home! She could live with children aged 10+ who are experienced and confident with larger breeds; this age could be lowered. Ava has had good interactions with the dogs she has met at the centre and could go home with another well-matched dog. The dog will need to be able to tolerate her playstyle, as she is still a

    DogsTrust

    DogsTrust

    Rescue Centre / Charity in Uxbridge, London

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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