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For dedicated lovers of German Shepherds the modern world presents a broad network of clubs and rescue organizations. The Verein fur Deutsche Shafenhunde, the first breeder club, appeared in 1899 in Germany. It was founded by Max von Stephanitz, the progenitor of the breed, and soon after became the world's largest German Shepherd Dog breeder club.
Now there are a vast number of breeder and rescue clubs throughout Europe, America and other parts of the planet. Their goals are saving, treating and raising harassed and stray German Shepherd Dogs. They also look for those who can be suitable masters or breeders. Rescue clubs are actually education centers for future breeders and owners. They work according to well developed and elaborate standards.
They provide comprehensive information on proper raising, care, likely health problems, and
impending dog show registration and scheduling.
Adopting a German Shepherd Dog is in no way an easy procedure. If you intend to adopt a puppy from a rescue club, you are going to have to deal a lot with the club's specialists. Their job is to learn about you, such as what breed or variety you
seek to acquire, and if this particular breed will be suitable for you.
You will need to submit an adoption application, containing your particulars. If you lack experience in dog keeping, you may be required to attend several dog keeping and training classes. It is
imperative that specialists visit your home to make sure that you have the proper conditions for raising a German Shepherd
Dog.
Establishing contact with someone knowledgeable regarding the breed is
another important element. You can get information on some distinctive
appearance and behavioral features, another service provided by the specialists
of the club. It is also notable that the keeping of German Shepherds requires
certain expenses, which include feeding, training, grooming, donations and
health care, which emphasizes the importance of knowing before you buy."
German Shepherds - Rescues - Rescue Links
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Austin German Shepherd Dog Rescue - Volunteer organization dedicated to saving and re-homing German Shepherd Dogs in Austin, Texas. Photographs and profiles of available dogs, adoption application, training articles, event listing, and links.
Badgerland German Shepherd Rescue - Rescue and adoption in Wisconsin. Link to listing of Wisconsin shelters and animal control agencies.
Central Illinois German Shepherd Dog Rescue - Dedicated to find loving, permanent homes for GSDs. Profiles and photographs of available dogs, alumni photographs, FAQ, application forms, newsletter, events calendar, training classes, and links.
Chicagoland Shepherd Rescue - Contact information and dogs available for adoption.
Forever Home German Shepherd Rescue - Specializing in rescue, foster care, and adoption. Includes available dogs, success stories, and instructions about how to adopt dogs. Austin, Texas.
Garden State German Shepherd Rescue - Non-profit organization that fosters dogs rescued from shelters and pounds and accepts owner referrals. Includes photographs and profiles of available dogs, adoption information, and success stories. New Jersey.
German Shepherd Dog Placement and Adoption League - Rescue and re-homing of adoptable German Shepherd Dogs by an all-volunteer group operating in New Jersey, Delaware, and southeastern Pennsylvania. Information on adoptions and re-homing service, and assistance offered to law enforcement agencies in locating viable working dog candidates.
German Shepherd Dog Rescue of Houston - Non-profit organization. Photographs and profiles of available dogs, adoption application, lost and found, owner education, events, and links. Texas.
German Shepherd Dog Rescue - German Shepherd Dog Rescue
German Shepherd Rescue Alliance of Wisconsin - Photographs and profiles of German Shepherd Dogs from humane societies, shelters, and surrenders, GSD traits, choosing a GSD, and adoption application.
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German Shepherd Rescue and Adoptions - Non-profit, all volunteer group dedicated to saving lives, notably GSDs and mixes. Photographs of dogs available for adoption. Triangle Area, North Carolina.
German Shepherd Rescue of Central Alabama - Non-profit rescue organization with dogs from shelters and abusive situations. Includes profiles and photographs of available dogs and an application.
German Shepherd Rescue of Illinois - Non profit organization dedicated to finding good homes for German Shepherd in need. Photographs and profiles of available dogs, online application, events, and successful adoptions. Chicago/Rockford.
German Shepherd Rescue of Los Angeles - A no-kill shelter. Photographs and profiles of available dogs, projects and events, merchandise, links to GSD-friendly rental housing, and lost and found pet advice.
German Shepherd Rescue of Maryland - A nonprofit, all-volunteer organization, dedicated to the placement, education and betterment of the German Shepherd Dog, serving Maryland, Northern Virginia and the DC metro area.
German Shepherd Rescue of New England - Rescue, foster home, veterinary, and adoption services for homeless German Shepherds throughout New England. Photographs and profiles of available dogs and of rescues needing foster homes, GSRNE events and membership, and links.
German Shepherd Rescue of Northern California - Volunteer nonprofit for homeless and endangered German Shepherds in Northern California. Includes available dogs, events, volunteer opportunities, and breed information.
German Shepherd Rescue of Sacramento Valley - An organization dedicated to finding good homes for German Shepherd Dogs in and near Sacramento, California, particularly those in shelters at risk of being euthanized. Includes adoption forms, lost and found notices, and photographs and profiles of dogs available from GSRSV and other area rescues and shelters.
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German Shepherd Rescue of Southeastern Pennsylvania - An all-volunteer organization. Photographs and profiles of available rescues and shelter dogs, online applications, and links to other rescue sites.
German Shepherd Rescue UK - Scotland based nonprofit charity serving most of the United Kingdom. Listing of available dogs, success stories, contacts, and links.
Mid-Atlantic German Shepherd Rescue - Non-profit organization. FAQ, adoption myths, photographs and profiles of available dogs, online application forms, care information, events, and links. Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, and DC.
North Star German Shepherd Dog Rescue, Inc. - Policies and photographs of available dogs. New England area.
San Diego German Shepherd Rescue - A no-kill facility. All dogs are purebred and under 5 years old. Contact information.
San Francisco Bay Area German Shepherd Rescue - Photographs and information on dogs available for adoption. Online adoption form.
WebRing: German Shepherd Dog Rescue - GSD rescue websites worldwide.
Westside German Shepherd Rescue of Los Angeles - Dedicated to rescuing and re-homing abused, neglected and injured dogs from shelters all over Southern California, specializing in long hair GSDs. Includes profiles and photographs of available dogs.
