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German Shepherd Dog puppies and dogs in Maine

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Canberra

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
Portland, ME
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained,
Story
IDGSR Welcomes CANBERRA into the safety of the rescue!! THIS DOG IS FOSTERED IN TENNESSEE & AVAILABLE FOR TRANSPORT ************** Hiya! My name is Canberra, Cami for short, and I'm a beautiful 15-month old Shepherd mix gal. I am located near Memphis TN and will be available for transport. Quick Facts: Age - 15-months old Home - ideally a home with a fenced in yard Kids - does well with kids (5+) Dogs - does well with larger dogs, both male & female Cats - NO cats Training - needs standard obedience training 1. I was living with a homeless man since I was a little puppy. He took care of me the best he could. He knew I deserved a better life and let me go to this great rescue! 2. I get along great with dogs & kids and would love a pupper companion to play with. 3. I am a happy go lucky girl with a wonderful temperament. I am playful, smart, curious, cuddly, and lovely. 4. I know basic manners and commands. I know 'sit, quiet, be gentle, wait' and can walk nicely on a leash! I could probably use an obedience refresher, it will also help us bond! 5. I absolutely love to play with balls, toys, stuffed animals, and loveys! I don't really like to share my toys so it's best to keep an eye on me, to make sure I behave like a lady. 6. If you are looking for a smart, loyal, loving, playful, well rounded, and resilient young companion - I'm your gal! **SERIOUS APPLICANTS ONLY! If you are not 100% ready to adopt, please wait** ************** ***IMPORTANT ADOPTION INFORMATION*** -ALL dogs are fostered in TENNESSEE unless otherwise noted -We do transport dogs to the east coast; a transport fee will apply -All dogs are up-to-date on vaccinations, heart-worm testing, monthly preventatives, & are spayed or neutered -Puppies under 6-months of age will require a SPAY/NEUTER CONTRACT, a portion of the adoption fee will be refunded upon documentation of the spay/neuter -An application must be submitted before scheduling an appointment to meet a dog -Dogs are introduced to prospective adopters BY APPOINTMENT ONLY -Due to the high volume of emails we receive, first priority will be given to those with submitted applications -All rescue work is done by dedicated volunteers, please be respectful of their time -Not able to adopt? Consider FOSTERING one of our wonderful dogs! Adoption Application: https://www.idgsr.org/apply-to-adopt NOTE: Please remain on the application page until you receive notice your application has gone through. Thank you for considering adopting this wonderful dog! Donations help us care for all of the dogs in our program. Any donation is greatly appreciated and can be made here: https://www.idgsr.org/support-us
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Koda (9mo PUPPY)

German Shepherd Dog/Husky

Female, 9 mos
Portland, ME
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained,
Story
IDGSR Welcomes KODA into the safety of the rescue!! THIS DOG IS FOSTERED IN TENNESSEE & AVAILABLE FOR TRANSPORT ************** Hiya Friends! My name is Koda and I'm a sweet 9-month old female Shepherd/Husky mix. I am located near Greeneville TN and will be available for transport. Quick Facts: Age - 9-months old Home - a home with a fenced in yard, no apartments or condos Kids - great with kids Dogs - great with other dogs Cats - NO cats Training - needs full range of obedience training 1. My former owner wanted nothing to do with me. They left me outside all the time and didn't take the best care of me. Thanks to a nice neighbor I am now in the safety of IDGSR! 2. My foster mom says I'm a doll baby! This means I'm super sweet, loving, fun, and overall wonderful! 3. I am house & crate trained! I sleep in my crate all night but would love to snuggle up next to you. 4. I play great with other dogs! I hope you have a nice pupper in your home that will play with me. It will be so fun to play chase in an enclosed backyard. 5. I am super smart and will learn anything you can teach me. Will you paw-promise to train me in basic & advanced obedience? It will prove to your nosey neighbor that you have the most well behaved pup on the block! 6. If you are looking for a loving, sporty, smart, friendly, energetic, and snuggly new bestie - I'm your gal! **SERIOUS APPLICANTS ONLY! If you are not 100% ready to adopt, please wait** ************** ***IMPORTANT ADOPTION INFORMATION*** -ALL dogs are fostered in TENNESSEE unless otherwise noted -We do transport dogs to the east coast; a transport fee will apply -All dogs are up-to-date on vaccinations, heart-worm testing, monthly preventatives, & are spayed or neutered -Puppies under 6-months of age will require a SPAY/NEUTER CONTRACT, a portion of the adoption fee will be refunded upon documentation of the spay/neuter -An application must be submitted before scheduling an appointment to meet a dog -Dogs are introduced to prospective adopters BY APPOINTMENT ONLY -Due to the high volume of emails we receive, first priority will be given to those with submitted applications -All rescue work is done by dedicated volunteers, please be respectful of their time -Not able to adopt? Consider FOSTERING one of our wonderful dogs! Adoption Application: https://www.idgsr.org/apply-to-adopt NOTE: Please remain on the application page until you receive notice your application has gone through. Thank you for considering adopting this wonderful dog! Donations help us care for all of the dogs in our program. Any donation is greatly appreciated and can be made here: https://www.idgsr.org/support-us
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Sadie (6-9mo PUPPY)

German Shepherd Dog/Belgian Malinois

Female, 7 mos
Portland, ME
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained,
Story
IDGSR Welcomes SADIE into the safety of the rescue!! THIS DOG IS FOSTERED IN TENNESSEE & AVAILABLE FOR TRANSPORT ************** Hiya Friends! My name is Sadie and I'm an energetic 6month-9month old female Shepherd/Malinois mix! I am located near Memphis TN and will be available for transport. Quick Facts: Age - 6-9 months old Home - home with a 6f+ fenced in yard, no apartments or condos Kids - would do okay with older kids (10+) Dogs - fine with other large dogs, ideally a male Cats - NO cats Training - needs full range of obedience training 1. For a young pup my start to life hasn't been great. I was dumped at a local dog park and left to fend for myself. Thanks to some nice people they took me in and are helping me find a forever home! 2. My foster family thinks I have some Malinois in be because I am very energetic, active, incredibly smart, and have some prey drive. 3. I absolutely LOVE LOVE to go on walks! I know the word 'walk' and am ready to go! I walk nicely on a leash and currently do 5-6 miles a day with my foster dad. 4. I am house & crate trained. I hear this is a big plus for young pups! 5. Another one of my favorite things to do is play fetch! Did you see my video? I am a Queen at this game! 6. I am super smart and catch on quickly to new things. Will you paw-promise to train me in obedience & maybe even some agility?! It will help us bond too! 7. If you are looking for an active companion, one who is loyal, playful, smart, loving, and resilient - I'm your gal! **SERIOUS APPLICANTS ONLY! If you are not 100% ready to adopt, please wait** ************** ***IMPORTANT ADOPTION INFORMATION*** -ALL dogs are fostered in TENNESSEE unless otherwise noted -We do transport dogs to the east coast; a transport fee will apply -All dogs are up-to-date on vaccinations, heart-worm testing, monthly preventatives, & are spayed or neutered -Puppies under 6-months of age will require a SPAY/NEUTER CONTRACT, a portion of the adoption fee will be refunded upon documentation of the spay/neuter -An application must be submitted before scheduling an appointment to meet a dog -Dogs are introduced to prospective adopters BY APPOINTMENT ONLY -Due to the high volume of emails we receive, first priority will be given to those with submitted applications -All rescue work is done by dedicated volunteers, please be respectful of their time -Not able to adopt? Consider FOSTERING one of our wonderful dogs! Adoption Application: https://www.idgsr.org/apply-to-adopt NOTE: Please remain on the application page until you receive notice your application has gone through. Thank you for considering adopting this wonderful dog! Donations help us care for all of the dogs in our program. Any donation is greatly appreciated and can be made here: https://www.idgsr.org/support-us
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BUDDY-BOY

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Sebec, ME
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.BUDDY-Boy was saved from a high kill shelter in Texas and and  arrived at Give a Dog a Home Rescue in Sebec, Maine on Friday, 14th February. We post our available dogs in states across the east coast and Canada to reach as many people as possible in hopes to find perfect homes and families. We do not transport dogs, families must come to the rescue to meet and then hopefully take home. BUDDY-Boy is neutered, rabies, core vaccines, heartworm and tick tested negative, is on monthly preventatives, microchipped, and on 12 February weighed 75 pounds and has an estimated date of birth of December 2023.  We do not know what the breed is, we expect families to decide looking at any pictures and video's provide and decide if the breed is a good fit for their family. The shelter volunteer state that he did well and walked on the leash, he is a sweetheart, met the volunteer at the front of the kennels and rolled over for belly rubs and then leaned as hard as he could into the kennel gate for pets. Entering the kennel he proceed with the same behavior. Absolute love. When coming out of the yard he went straight over to the other dogs greeting them and afterwards he would start running but would stop and mingle with the dogs and after he would have some rough play but sometimes be too pushy and ignore corrections from other dogs. (Rescue comments - it is important to take into account when reading these comments that these dogs are in a strange environment with a lot of dogs, and they are learning about each other in a very small space of time, it is high stimulation environment. Comments are from volunteers, not trainers or behavio rists). We are looking for families that have the lifestyle that the dog needs to lead a healthy, both mentally and physically life, who can afford a GOOD quality food, toys and treats and understand the importance of veterinary wellness checks. BUDDY-Boy is available for adoption for an adoption fee of $550, as noted he is located at the rescue in Sebec, Maine and families are required to complete and submit an  adoption application and when approved schedule an appointment to come to the rescue to meet and hopefully take home this sweet boy. Applications are processed with 24 hours of them being received. Link to the Adoption Application To look at lots more photo's be sure to check out our  Facebook Page ALBUMS  where we are able to upload hundreds of photos of our dogs waiting for their forever homes and families. Click here to watch a video of BUDDY-BOY.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.February 16, 2025, 7:48 pm
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KODA

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Adult
Sebec, ME
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
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Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.KODA was saved from a high kill shelter in Texas and arrived at Give a Dog a Home Rescue in Sebec, Maine on Friday, 14th February. We post our available dogs in states across the east coast and Canada to reach as many people as possible in hopes to find perfect homes and families. We do not transport dogs, families must come to the rescue to meet and then hopefully take home. KODA is neutered, rabies, core vaccines, heartworm and tick tested negative, is on flea/tick prevention and was given the 12 month pro-heart heartworm prevention injection in February 2025. He is microchipped and on 12 February weighed 54.40 pounds. He has an estimated date of birth of December 2022. We do not know what the breed is, we expect families to decide looking at any pictures and video's provide and decide if the breed is a good fit for their family. The shelter volunteer stated that Koda began to wag his tail when he saw them in front of his kennel. He took treats from them still wagging his tail. His eyes were friendly and his body was relaxed. He had a very friendly demeanor. A volunteer took him to a play group and said he was quick to join play with others and very pushy and obnoxious with his energy towards others. Would run and roughhouse with others that can keep up with his energy. Needed to be corrected due to getting too into play and being too pushy and excited with others at times.   (Rescue comments - it is important to take into account when reading these comments that these dogs are in a strange environment with a lot of dogs, and they are learning about each other in a very small space of time, it is high stimulation environment, also often the first time they have had exercise with other dogs. Comments are from volunteers, not trainers or behavio rists). We are looking for families that have the lifestyle that the dog needs to lead a healthy, both mentally and physically life, who can afford a GOOD quality food, toys and treats and understand the importance of veterinary wellness checks. KODA is available for adoption for an adoption fee of $550, as noted he is located at the rescue in Sebec, Maine and families are required to complete and submit an  adoption application and when approved schedule an appointment to come to the rescue to meet and hopefully take home this sweet boy. Applications are processed with 24 hours of them being received. Link to the Adoption Application To look at lots more photo's be sure to check out our  Facebook Page ALBUMS  where we are able to upload hundreds of photos of our dogs waiting for their forever homes and families. Click here to watch a video of KODA.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.February 15, 2025, 3:39 pm
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TOBY

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Sebec, ME
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
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Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.TOBY was saved from a high kill shelter in Texas and  arrived at Give a Dog a Home Rescue in Sebec, Maine on Friday, 14th February. We post our available dogs in states across the east coast and Canada to reach as many people as possible in hopes to find perfect homes and families. We do not transport dogs, families must come to the rescue to meet and then hopefully take home. TOBY is neutered, rabies, core vaccines, heartworm and tick tested negative, is on monthly preventatives, microchipped, and on 12 February weighed 62.40 pounds and has an estimated date of birth of December 2022.  We do not know what the breed is, we expect families to decide looking at any pictures and video's provide and decide if the breed is a good fit for their family.   The shelter volunteer stated as I approached the dog he came up to me with his tail wagging and happy, he accepted petting and allowed me to put a loop lead on him. He walked nicely with me to the van and was ok when I picked him up into the van. Very sweet boy.   (Rescue comments - it is important to take into account when reading these comments that these dogs are in a strange environment with a lot of dogs, and they are learning about each other in a very small space of time, it is high stimulation environment, also often the first time they have had exercise with other dogs.  Comments are from volunteers, not trainers or behavio rists). We are looking for families that have the lifestyle that the dog needs to lead a healthy, both mentally and physically life, who can afford a GOOD quality food, toys and treats and understand the importance of veterinary wellness checks. TOBY is available for adoption for an adoption fee of $550, as noted he is located at the rescue in Sebec, Maine and families are required to complete and submit an  adoption application and when approved schedule an appointment to come to the rescue to meet and hopefully take home this sweet boy. Applications are processed with 24 hours of them being received. Link to the Adoption Application To look at lots more photo's be sure to check out our    Facebook Page ALBUMS    where we are able to upload hundreds of photos of our dogs waiting for their forever homes and families. Click here to watch a video of TOBY.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.February 18, 2025, 8:09 am

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Bangor Humane Society

693 Mt. Hope Avenue, Bangor , ME 04401

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Give a Dog a Home Rescue - ME

Sebec , ME 04481

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Miracle German Shepherd Dog Rescue of Maine

PO Box 245, Searsmont , ME 04973

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Miracle Lane Farm & Sanctuary

Vassalboro , ME 04989

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Kennebec Valley Humane Society

10 Pet Haven Lane, Augusta , ME 04330

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