Puppies under the age of six months old are not eligible for adoption until they are spayed/neutered. Puppies are maintained in foster homes until they are fully vetted.
Our Adoption Counselors work with potential adopters. Adoption Counselors can assist in one or more of the following areas:
Interacting with potential adopters at adoption events or over the phone to find out what type of dog they are looking for Conducting home visits to make sure a prospective home is safe for the needs of a rescue German Shepherd Dog Bringing adopters in touch with foster homes that have dogs that may be a good fit Helping adopters complete any necessary paperwork Sharing information about dog care and training Following up with adopters by phone once they have adopted a rescue dog
Adoption steps
Submit Application
Adoption Process Link - http://www.gsgsrescue.org/dogs/adoption-process
Interview
Home Check
In-lieu of an in-person HV, we will accept virtual HVs via photos, videos, Facetime, etc.
Approve Application
If a Potential Adopter rents, we do require a Landlord Agreement (LLA) form prior to completing a HV.
Meet the Pet
We try to schedule the M & G in a location convenient for all parties involved.
Sign Adoption Contract
All parties (husband and wife, boyfriend and girlfriend, etc.) will be required to sign the Adoption Agreement
Pay Fee
Our Adoption Fees are: $350 for Puppies (up to 12 months) $300 for Adult dogs (1 - 8 years) $200 for Seniors (> 8 years)
More about this rescue
Golden State German Shepherd Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit based in the Central Valley of Northern California
Our mission is to find loving homes for German Shepherd Dogs in need of a second chance and to educate the public about this highly intelligent and versatile breed.
Most of the dogs in our program come from Central Valley animal shelters where they have run out of time. We place them into foster homes to assess their needs and gives us time to fully vet them. And then we find perfect fit adopters throughout Northern California..