4Sweep's ideal home Sweep is looking for a loving and patient household who are willing to let her settle at her own pace. She would love to live with another dog, as she gets a lot of confidence from having a buddy. Sweep can be quite nervous so would prefer a quiet household to a busy one, but could live with secondary school aged children as long as they are willing to give
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
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Tessa's ideal home Tessa is a bright, bouncy 11-month-old with a huge personality and a love for life! She’s confident, excitable, and full of curiosity when meeting new people, always eager to say hello with her tail wagging. Her interactions with other Dogs can be a little "over the top," so successful introductions are key — she may be able to live with another dog
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
1Rex's ideal home Rex is ready to start his next chapter with his forever family! He’s looking for a family who can help him adjust and get all settled with all the home comforts. He has arrived with limited history so having someone around most of the day will be great. He’d love a home with a garden where he can enjoy the outdoors. Rex is a clever lad and will benefit
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Otto's ideal home Otto is looking for a home with a garden and a family who are keen to continue training. He may share the home with another dog pending a successful mix. Otto is house trained and once all settled in should be ok to spend the odd hour solo. Otto has made friends lovely with all his carers at the centre so kids aged 11 at home will be fine. Could you be Otto's
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Cosmo's ideal home Cosmo is a bright German Shepherd looking for a patient and dedicated family to help reach his full potential. He is a loyal and eager learning who would love to get stuck into lots of training, games and activities. He can be worried when being left alone so adopters will need to build up their leaving time gradually to help build his confidence. Adopters
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
1Hero's ideal home Hero is on the search for his forever home with adopters who are around for most of the day to help him settle into home life. Hero can live with secondary school aged children who can respect his space. Hero would like to be the only dog in the home but would be happy to have walking friends out and about. It is not essential for Hero to go to a home with a
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Ember's ideal home Ember is a sweet social lady with a lot to offer. We don’t have a lot of history for her having been picked up as a stray. We think she would be suitable to live with children 8+ and it would be beneficial if they were comfortable being around larger breeds. Ember is social with other Dogs and would benefit from finding some lead walking friends once
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Bella's ideal home Bella is a gentle, loving 11-year-old German Shepherd Cross looking for a calm and quiet retirement home. Her days of long walks are behind her; she is looking for somewhere with a garden so she can potter about and snooze in the sunshine. Bella would be fine to live with secondary school aged children who understand when to give her space and she could
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
4Sadie's ideal home A beautiful Shepherd with bundles of love ready to give, meet Sadie! Friendly, yet sensitive at times, Sadie is eager to find a calm and quiet home, with dedicated adopters, where the youngest members of her family are of secondary-school age. Her perfect match would be with a family who are keen to support her with some additional training and general
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
5Diesel Shepherd's ideal home Diesel is a two-year-old German Shepherd with lots of love to give. He is looking for a wonderful home. He has good child history. He could share his home with dog savvy children aged eight-years plus. He could potentially live with another dog in the home or be equally as happy as the only dog in the home. Diesel has history of living with a cat
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Yoshida's ideal home This bouncy 1-year-old German Shepherd cross is full of life and looking for an active home that can keep up with his energy and enthusiasm. He could live with confident children aged 5 years+ and potentially with another dog. His new family should be committed to ongoing training as he is an intelligent lad who enjoys using his mind. A secure garden and
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Sky's ideal home Sky is a 3-year-old German Shepherd looking for a calm and patient home. She’s a sensitive girl who can be a little nervous, so she’ll need adopters who can help her build her confidence. While she enjoys meeting Dogs on walks, she doesn’t always read their signals, so she’ll need to be the only dog in the home but can have walking friends. Sky could
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Buddy's ideal home Buddy would like a private secure garden where he can sunbathe and feel secure, and he would also like to be the only dog in the home. Buddy can live with small furries if they are kept separately and would love a training minded home who can continue his ongoing socialisation. Buddy will need to stay on lead out on walks as he has shown to be under
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
5Ragnor's ideal home If you're looking for a super fun, smart and snuggly Shepherd, you're going to LOVE Ragnor! He's 4yrs old, full of life and full of potential. He is very friendly with people and the more he gets to know you the more affectionate he gets! Before you know it he'll be snuggling up to you! He's also a very playful boy and especially enjoys fetching balls. He's
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
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
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
7Maximilian's ideal home Maximillian is a handsome 10-year-old German Shepherd who found himself in our care through no fault of his own. This wonderful boy is looking for a calm, adult-only home where he can be the only pet. He would thrive in a peaceful environment with owners who are home most of the time, though he can gradually adjust to being left for short periods. A
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
2Amarok's ideal home Amarok is looking for a home where he can enjoy plenty of company and affection. He is a social and adaptable boy who has experience living with other Dogs, cats, and children of all ages. He would be just as happy as the only pet or sharing his space with furry friends. While he settles well when left alone for short periods, he thrives in a home where he
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
3Nala's ideal home Nala can live with children over 16 and needs to be the only pet at home. We have no history for her so cannot guarantee that she is house trained or used to being left by herself for any length of time. Could you be Nala's perfect match? Nala had a lucky escape at a stray pound where she was almost euthanised due to no one claiming her. She is safe with us
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
9Suki's ideal home Sweet Suki is seeking an adult only home, as she can be worried by strangers. Although she is more anxious around men, with a patient adopter, she will be able to share her home with one. Suki will need to be walked with a muzzle and on lead at all times in public places. She can be reactive towards Dogs when out, but has been working hard with her handlers
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
61Tommy's ideal home Tommy was born at Dogs Trust Shrewsbury but unfortunately returned after being in a home for four years. Now, he's seeking owners who understand his breed and are ready to embrace his cheeky personality. Due to his stealing and guarding behaviour, Tommy requires an adult-only home without other Dogs. However, with time and patience, he could potentially
DogsTrust
Rescue Centre / Charity
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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.
