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German Shepherd Dog puppies and dogs in Washington, District of Columbia

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These German Shepherd Dogs are available in Washington, District of Columbia.
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Dingo

German Shepherd Dog Doberman Pinscher

Male, Adult
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Dingo is high energy, very intelligent, and a loyal companion. He does not seem to understand social cues from other dogs. This is the primary reason we are rehoming. He has taken obedience classes and understands sit, down (lay down), stay (lay down position), and focus. He is currently prescribed a flea and tick monthly chewable.
We'll also keep you updated on Twix's adoption status with email updates.
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Twix

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hello everyone, I am in dire need of someone to adopt Twix. She is a great family addition but my daughter is severely allergic. I can no longer house her and Humane Rescue alliance and there resources have not found a home for her. My family is suffering dealing with medical bills for my daughter medications and surgeries. Please help us give Twix a new home. She is up to date on her shots, house trained, never bitten anyone, very playful, friendly with children of all ages.
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ACTIVE AXEL

German Shepherd Dog Great Pyrenees

Male, Young
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Active Axel is a handsome golden male German Shepherd/ Great Pyrenees mix who was born on February 11th, 2023 and is still a puppy in every way. He is one of six siblings that survived from a litter of 12. Our guy Axel weighs approximately 90 lbs, and is very GSD smart loving to be next to his humans.  This huge puppy is full of energy and he will fit perfectly in a home where there is a lot of activity, a fenced yard and people who love the BIG DOGS! He really likes walking, hiking, and just a ton of fun with activity. He also loves water and treats the water trough as his own personal spa. We recommend a home with a fence that is a minimum of 5 feet tall.   We do not suggest he go to a home with small children, or farm animals simply because he has no experience with them.  He hangs with his siblings and does well playing with them and also just enjoying their company.  He does need to eat separately for dinner as he protects his food from the other dogs due to early starvation. Handsome Axel is fully vetted, neutered and microchipped and he is kennel and crate trained for quiet time.  This boy needs some time and attention from a caring and dog savvy owner.  He would love to cuddle with you and be your adored companion.  He has such potential…..such love and such a need to grow and evolve into a fine companion in life.  Please email us at ccrtennessee@gmail.com if you are interested in this big baby!  PLEASE NOTE:  Our dogs are transported from Tennessee to meeting places in the states where we have posted.  Further information about us is given on our Adopt-A-Pet site.  The adoption fees vary and will be provided as well as noted on the application you receive.  Contact us at 615-661-5333 or ccrnewengland@gmail.comNovember 5, 2024, 1:27 pm
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GEMMA

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Adult
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Gemma is our super smart and happy German Shepherd girl that is a real gem of a dog. This girl is 6 years old and weighs in on the smaller side of a GSD at just 60 pounds.  She is a genuinely curious and happy girl that has all the right measures of playfulness and lazy cuddly time to her personality.  Her favorite things are stuffed toys and tennis balls. This girl is a 'chill' girl and loves to take lots of naps during the day. She has great manners, knows basic commands, is crate trained and housebroken.   She would do great in a home with or without other dogs but we are told that she is a NO CAT type of dog.  She would like to hang out with children older than 10 years of age and on the calm side.  Gemma is ready to find her forever home where she can greet you with her tail wagging and a happy face that lets you know you are important in her life.   If you are interested please write to Critter Cavalry Rescue at ccrtennessee@gmail.com     PLEASE NOTE:   Our dogs and cats are fostered in Tennessee and can transport weekly up to the Northeast region.  Request an application and learn more about Critter Cavalry at https://www.crittercavalry.com/adoption.  November 5, 2024, 1:27 pm
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KOWBOY KIRBY

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This boy is called Kowboy Kirby and he is a one-year-old 65 lb black and tan German Shepherd who doesn't have an aggressive bone in his body about anything or anyone. He is clueless as to why he should be, so he isn't. Kowboy Kirby is just kind of a goofball that is intelligent and needs to continue to have someone surround him with good guidance and boundaries and the ability to polish him into a fabulous dog. Training is necessary for any German Shepherd and especially for this young boy who hasn't been trained starting early in puppyhood. Only in the past 2 months has he had guidance and a schedule with consistency. He used to not tolerate a wire crate but now he's fine in a plastic crate and he tolerates that. It will be necessary for him not to be left loose in the house when people are gone. He'll get into too much mischief as most dogs will do. Kirby is really a special boy to be as nice and sweet as he is considering the fact that he was found in the middle of a highway during a rainstorm back in July. It was determined that he actually had been given away by someone at a Walmart. These animals should never be handed around like this, but it seems like it's happening more and more. Kirby is housebroken and he walks really nicely on a leash if you're consistent doing it everyday. This is a diamond in the rough kind of guy and we are hoping that you will see the diamond and take him home. Please contact Critter Cavalry Rescue at ccrnewengland@gmail.com And mention where you live, city and state. We transport outside Tennessee to the Northeast as well as doing adoptions locally where we are located in Nashville. PLEASE NOTE:   Our dogs and cats are fostered in Tennessee and can transport weekly up to the Northeast region.  Request an application and learn more about Critter Cavalry at https://www.crittercavalry.com/adoption.November 7, 2024, 10:11 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Dylan's adoption status with email updates.
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Dylan

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Dylan. Dylan was found as a stray and he was an absolute mess, heart worm positive, Mange and 20+ pounds under weight. Just an absolute mess but boy did he have spirit! After months of medicated baths, heart worm treatments and lots of love, he is just magnificent! He still has a heart murmur from his bout with heart worm disease but he is overall in great health. Dylan is great with other dogs, and as you can see by the video, is fine with cats also. He is very gentle around young children but full of himself with all the staff here. He is fully vaccinated, neutered microchipped and ready for immediate transport. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE LOCATED IN TENNESSEE AND YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MEET OUR PETS PRIOR TO ADOPTION! ADOPTION FEE $500

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We'll also keep you updated on Max's adoption status with email updates.
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Max

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Alexandria, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Max is a good boy and would be a perfect addition to your family. He needs a yard to run around and play in. Please only serious inquiries.
We'll also keep you updated on Bodey's adoption status with email updates.
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Bodey

German Shepherd Dog Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 4 yrs 1 mo
Arlington, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
To learn more about Bodey, please get in touch with dogs@lostdogrescue.org Bodey will be attending one of our adoption events coming up this weekend! To learn more about our upcoming events and to see which event they will be attending, please visit our event page at https://www.lostdogrescue.org/events/ (*please note that the specific event pages are typically updated on Fridays with information on which dogs will be attending which events*) If you were to look up the definition of friendly in the definition, Bodey would come up! This pooch is super nice to everybody he meets! Bodey makes friends wherever he goes. He always has extra love to give! He's a strong playful dog and will do well with another rough play dog. He can be a little scared in new situations, (Aren't we all?) but it only takes a minute for him to warm up and show off his amazing personality! Bodey would do best in a quieter neighborhood and a house with a fenced in yard. Bodey is a great dog that is simply looking for his forever home. Come on down and meet him today, and you will see just how perfect he is!
We'll also keep you updated on Blue's adoption status with email updates.
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Blue

German Shepherd Dog Husky

Male, Young
Hyattsville, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Blue is an energetic dog, he loves treats and walks in the neighborhood. He likes to sniff other animals but is fairly gentle with strange animals, he sometimes gets confused when big dogs play roughly with him (he only been around small dogs). My family loves him with all our hearts but with the new baby and new job hours it’s hard to give home the love and attention he deserves. When adopted he will come with whatever supplies we have for him, except a crate.
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Fred

German Shepherd Dog Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 1 yr 10 mos
Alexandria, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Chauncey

German Shepherd Dog American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Temple Hills, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Chauncey is a fun loving male dog that needs a good family that would take good care of him and take him for long walks and play fetch with him since he is very active and love to show love and affection.
We'll also keep you updated on Charlie's adoption status with email updates.
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Charlie

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young
Bethesda, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi, it’s nice to meet you. I’m Charlie. I don’t remember much of my previous life other than I had a litter of puppies--and I'm only 1 1/2 years old! The nice people at the shelter found me and then slowly nursed me back to a healthy weight since I was just skin and bones. Now I'm 50 lbs. However, my past doesn’t define me. In fact, the nice people at the shelter have described me as “small and docile.” This is what my foster mom has to say about me: Charlie is a super sweet, gentle, girl who most prefers spending time with her people! She is great on walks and stays right by your side and doesn't pull. She only barks periodically and only if another dog is barking. Charlie is very gentle with our 1-year-old daughter and would be great for a family with kids or another dog because she enjoys playing. She is a snuggler and gives kisses, knows how to sit, is treat-motivated, takes treats gently, and is housetrained. Charlie has separation anxiety and we are currently working on the best methods to make her feel safe and comfortable when we leave the house. She would do best with someone who has previous dog experience, is home the majority of the time, and has the flexibility and patience to work with her so that she can be most comfortable in her new forever home! Charlie will make a fabulous furry family member. She is perfect in every way and once she meets her forever person/people, as long as they give her unconditional love and support, she will bloom into an even more perfect version of herself!  ##2033441##

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Belgium

Belgian Malinois

Female, 1 yr
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
Hello, Belgian here, and I am (you guessed it!) a Belgian Malinois. While I don`t expect you to brush up on your Flemish Dutch, I would love it if you learned some about Belgian Malinois before we finalize our adoption. A few Cliff Notes here: I like to work (I know this may sound odd, but it`s true). My breed is valued by police departments and militaries for its strength and stamina, its dexterity, its loyalty, and its eagerness to please. What this means is: If I get exercise and enrichment and training (plenty of each), I`ll be a fantastic companion.I was found as a stray, so the shelter doesn`t know much about me. It took me a moment to settle in here, but I have already demonstrated that I can warm up easily to new people. So, if you have an interest in exploring a rich life together -- whether you speak Flemish or not -- let`s get started today!

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German Shepherd Dog shelters & rescues in Washington, District of Columbia

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Dogs in Harmony - Washington D.C.

Washington, DC 20009

Pet Types: dogs

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1.3 miles

Critter Cavalry Rescue - DC

Washington, DC 20009

Pet Types: dogs

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1.8 miles

3ft.RESCUE - DC transport

Washington, DC 20037

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

2.1 miles

Rural Dog Rescue

719 8th Street SE, Washington, DC 20003

Pet Types: dogs

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3 miles

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue

Washington, DC 20007

Pet Types: dogs

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3 miles

Humane Rescue Alliance - Foster

71 Oglethorpe St. NW, Washington, DC 20011

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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3 miles

City Dogs Rescue & City Kitties - DC

We do not have a shelter. All of our dogs and cats are in private foster homes., Please complete our application or attend our weekly adoption events to meet one!, Washington, DC 20008

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

6.8 miles

Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation

Arlington, VA 22205

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

7.7 miles

Saving Grace Dog Rescue of San Antonio - VA transport stop

Alexandria, VA 22314

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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7.9 miles

A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue

Bethesda, MD 20814

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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