5Elsa's ideal home Elsa can live with children over the age of 16 and will need to be the only pet at home due to her lack of confidence and worried disposition. Could you be Elsa's perfect match? In just nine short weeks, Elsa went on quite the ride! She was spotted straying in Lancashire and had to be trapped as she wouldn't let anyone approach her, and within 24 hours she
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1Mini MIlk's ideal home Mini Milk can live with other pets and children over the age of eight as she is quite mouthy. She will need all of her basic training and someone at home with her all day. Could you be Mini MIlk's perfect match? Mini Milk is the last of her litter to find a home after her adopters didn't turn up. She doesn't seem too worried as she's spending her
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4Darcy's ideal home Darcy is a brilliant young Shepherd who is going to be an excellent addition to one lucky family. She is not loving kennels but despite this has remained friendly with everyone she’s met here. With no history of her around children she’s not going to be one to live with very young kids. Older primary school children would be fine though. Darcy can be
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Neil's ideal home Neil is a very handsome 2 year old German Shepherd looking for his forever home. Neil is unable to live with another dog in the home and is looking for adopters that are happy to work on his dog social skills as he had not had much socialisation before coming into our care. He can live with old secondary school aged children. When meeting new people he is
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2Onyx's ideal home Onyx is looking for a home with loving adopters who can take her on exploring, sniffy adventures, give her training and enrichment to keep her clever brain busy and give her all the care and attention she deserves. She can live with children aged 8 years and over who can play with her nicely and can give her space to relax and rest when needed. Onyx is a shy
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4Nobbly Bobbly's ideal home Nobbly Bobbly and her brothers and Sisters are all looking for homes individually, where they could live with children over the age of 8, other Dogs and potentially dog savvy cats who have live with a dog before. As this gorgeous gang are only 11 weeks old they will need all their basic training putting into place and someone at home for most of the
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3Major's ideal home Major is a handsome 9 Year old German Shepherd. Major is a lovely boy who enjoys a fuss and will give you a paw to kindly request a snuggle! Although he is older, he is definitely young at heart. He loves to carry his toys around while he sniffs and enjoys his walks. Major would like access to his own garden where he can potter and enjoy the outdoors. He
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3Milo's ideal home Meet Milo — a ridiculously adorable 10-month-old Malinois pup with big ears, an even bigger heart, and snuggles to spare! This sweet boy is looking for a loving, active forever home where he can truly thrive. He is looking for a home that has experience with high energy working breeds with a keen interest in training and can put his drive and determination
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Gizmo's ideal home 3 year old German Shepherd / Labrador cross Gizmo has come to us through no fault of his own. He is ready to find his forever family that can include him in family life and give him lots of fuss and attention. Gizmo is a friendly boy and can live with older children 14+ that are comfortable around large bouncy Dogs. He would prefer to be the only dog in the
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2Colin's ideal home Colin the gentle German Shepherd is looking for a quiet adult only home or family with older children (12+ years) who are sensible and confident around larger breeds. He needs to be the only pet in the home as he struggles to share things with another dog but could have dog friends to share lead walks with. It is essential that Colin has a safe, secure,
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2Rhea's ideal home Rhea is our lovely 6 year old crossbreed. She is an adorable sweetheart who is very friendly with everyone she meets. She enjoys walking with other polite Dogs and could live with a calm dog pending a successful pair up. Rhea has also successfully lived with cats in the past. She loves to play with her toys and is able to live with children of 8 years and
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5Rhylee's ideal home Rhylee is a really friendly young lady who needs some extra guidance and support to become the very best version of herself. She can get frustrated on lead when she sees people or Dogs as she hasn’t quite realised yet that she can’t say hello to everyone she meets! Traffic can also be a bit of scary for her. Therefore she’s looking for a home where
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3Luna's ideal home Luna is a gentle 2 year old German Shepherd cross who is looking for a calm, understanding home with a family who have the patience to let a shy dog come out of her shell at her own pace. Once she knows you, Luna is a sweet, affectionate, and loyal companion. She would benefit from an active home where she can explore lots of new places. Could you be Luna's
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2Sasha's ideal home Sasha is looking for an active family that can take her on new adventures. She is a super friendly girl so can have visitors in the home. She must be the only dog in the home however she would like to keep up her positive dog interactions when out and about. She can live with children 8+, as she can be calm and gentle. Sashas new family must be comfortable
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4Georgia's ideal home Georgia can live with teenagers but not other pets at present. We have no history for her so cannot guarantee that she is house trained or used to spending time alone. Could you be Georgia's perfect match? Beautiful Georgia is a mystery to us having come all the way from Ireland to find a home. She's a fun girl with nags of character but she's not thrilled
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1Socks's ideal home Socks is a beautiful 18-month-old Husky German Shepherd Crossbreed. She's been an absolute dream so far, proving herself to be lots of fun and full of affection too. She'll be fine to live with children who are confident around playful Dogs, and since she loves other Dogs too, she could share her home with another doggy friend. She'll need a secure garden to
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4Pumpkin's ideal home Pumpkin can with teenagers and needs to be the only dog. Although he is friendly he requires more socialisation. He is house trained and will need someone there to keep an eye on him as he settles in. Could you be Pumpkin's perfect match? Pumpkin is what is technically known as a proper divvy! He's big and boisterous, an overgrown pup who doesn't know his
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4Sandy's ideal home Sandy is an incredibly sweet and gentle soul who has come into our care with very little background. She walks beautifully on the lead, happy to take her time enjoying all the interesting sniffs along the way. While she does enjoy her strolls, Sandy’s true favourite pastime is simply relaxing in the sunshine, soaking up cuddles and affection from her
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3Orla'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
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Heidi's ideal home 6-year-old Heidi came to us though no fault of her own and is looking for a home with no other pets. She can live with older teens of 14 plus. She travels well in the car and is looking for an active home. She will have to have a private secure garden she can potter around in without any distractions. She can be left up to 4 hours, but any longer leaving
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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.
