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German Shepherd Dog puppies and dogs in District of Columbia

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Below are our newest added German Shepherd Dogs available for adoption in District of Columbia. To see more adoptable German Shepherd Dogs in District of Columbia, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
We'll also keep you updated on Rougaro's adoption status with email updates.
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Rougaro

German Shepherd Dog/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, Young
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
Please contact Kady Hammer (KadyH@luckydoganimalrescue.org) for more information about this pet.young boy looking for the rest of his life! ROUGARO NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!   Name:  Rougaro        Best Guess for Breed: German shepherd mix Best Guess for Age:  1 year as of October 2025        SEX:  male   Approximate Weight:  50 lbs   Gets Along With:  Other dogs! We haven't seen him with cats but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters! Rougaro has lived with children and done well.   Currently Living at:   DC area foster home.   Rougaro is Looking For:   This young boy is looking for his own humans to lavish all that love and affection upon them. German Shepherds get deeply attached to their people - they're known as Velcro dogs for a reason. Rougaro may be a mix but he's certainly got that GSD in him and knows that having his own people, being safe and loved and under his own roof is the most important thing. He's ready to be by your side on all your adventures, offering loyal companionship for all his days. What do you say? Does Rougaro start his new chapter with you?  What My Foster Says About Me:  Rougaro is a very sweet dog. He's lived with small children and has done very well. He loves playing with other dogs and is a daycare enthusiast! He's a wonderful house guest as well.  Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken.  All of our dogs are working on their crate training.  TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online   at   bit.ly/adoptaluckydog  .   Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.   Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life!  Please visit us online at      www.luckydoganimalrescue.org   .    BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org! BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact     info@luckydoganimalrescue.org   ! February 16, 2026, 12:58 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Jolly's adoption status with email updates.
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Jolly

German Shepherd Dog/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 3 mos
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
*Woof* I am in a foster home! Email my foster caregiver to meet me: i.mariles@hotmail.com
We'll also keep you updated on Griswold's adoption status with email updates.
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Griswold

German Shepherd Dog/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 3 mos
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
I`m in a foster home. To meet me reach out to my foster caregiver at i.mariles@hotmail.com
We'll also keep you updated on Shane's adoption status with email updates.
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Shane

German Shepherd Dog/Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 9 yrs 1 mo
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
9 years, 90 lbs This animal is new to the rescue and we can't wait to find out more about them. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City Dogs & City Kitties Rescue is a foster-based rescue in Washington, DC. We do not have a shelter. CDCK has a thorough adoption process to find the best possible fit for each of our dogs and cats. To answer your questions about included vaccinations, spay/neuter, etc., the adoption process, and more please visit at www.citydogsrescuedc.org If you are interested in meeting a dog or cat, we require an adoption application. If the animal has "HAS APPLICATION" listed, we are still accepting additional applications, as they sometimes fall through. If the animal is adopted by someone else, your application will be kept on file and you will not need to reapply for a different dog. Look at our available dogs and apply to adopt a dog at www.citydogsrescuedc.org/adopt-foster/adopt-a-dog/ Not Ready to commit to adopting yet? Foster a dog today! See our list of dogs needing foster at www.citydogsrescuedc.org/adopt-foster/foster-a-dog/ Apply to foster at www.shelterluv.com/matchme/foster/CDCK/Dog
We'll also keep you updated on Genesse's adoption status with email updates.
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Genesse

German Shepherd Dog/Labrador Retriever

Female, 2 yrs
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
2 years old, 72 lbs This animal is new to the rescue and we can't wait to find out more about them. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City Dogs & City Kitties Rescue is a foster-based rescue in Washington, DC. We do not have a shelter. CDCK has a thorough adoption process to find the best possible fit for each of our dogs and cats. To answer your questions about included vaccinations, spay/neuter, etc., the adoption process, and more please visit at www.citydogsrescuedc.org If you are interested in meeting a dog or cat, we require an adoption application. If the animal has "HAS APPLICATION" listed, we are still accepting additional applications, as they sometimes fall through. If the animal is adopted by someone else, your application will be kept on file and you will not need to reapply for a different dog. Look at our available dogs and apply to adopt a dog at www.citydogsrescuedc.org/adopt-foster/adopt-a-dog/ Not Ready to commit to adopting yet? Foster a dog today! See our list of dogs needing foster at www.citydogsrescuedc.org/adopt-foster/foster-a-dog/ Apply to foster at www.shelterluv.com/matchme/foster/CDCK/Dog
We'll also keep you updated on Melanie's adoption status with email updates.
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Melanie

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
Please contact Kady Hammer (KadyH@luckydoganimalrescue.org) for more information about this pet.beautiful girl looking for his forever home!MELANIE NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name:  Melanie       Best Guess for Breed:   German Shepherd mix   Best Guess for Age:  3.5 years as of January 2026        SEX:   female   Approximate Weight:  55 lbs    Gets Along With:  Other dogs! We haven't seen him kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters! Troy cannot go to a home with cats.   Currently Living at:  SC Rescue Campus   Melanie is Looking For:    A loving home where she can be part of the family. She’s ready to give his love in exchange for long sniffy walks, frequent dog park visits, and belly rubs. Oh - and doggy school too so she can show you how smart she is! Can’t you see this pretty girl snuggling by your side?   What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon! Heartworm information: Melanie is a truly Lucky Dog. He tested positive for heartworms, but has been treated! Heartworm is not contagious to people or other pets, but results from mosquito bites. Heartworm, if left untreated, is life threatening, but after treatment, dogs that were heartworm positive should suffer no significant long-term effects so long as they are kept on a monthly heartworm preventative. Heartworm dogs can resume full active and normal lives, but need to be kept calm for 4-6 weeks after treatment.   Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken.  All of our dogs are working on their crate training.  TO ADOPT:    The adoption fee for this dog is $475, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations, spay/neuter, and heartworm treatment.  If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog   Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.   Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life!  Please visit us online at    www.luckydoganimalrescue.org   .    BE A FOSTER!!!    Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs!  To learn about fostering, please contact    fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org   ! BE A SPONSOR!!!!    Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save.  To learn more about sponsorship, please contact   info@luckydoganimalrescue.org   .  January 28, 2026, 12:08 am

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German Shepherd Dog shelters & rescues in District of Columbia

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for German Shepherd Dog puppies in District of Columbia. Browse these German Shepherd Dog rescues and shelters below.

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Rural Dog Rescue

719 8th Street SE, Washington , DC 20003

Pet Types: dogs

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Laila's Legacy Animal Rescue

Washington , DC 20020

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Humane Rescue Alliance - Oglethorpe St.

71 Oglethorpe St NW, Washington , DC 20011

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

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Humane Rescue Alliance - Foster

71 Oglethorpe St. NW, Washington , DC 20011

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

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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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Lucky Dog Animal Rescue

Washington , DC 20007

Pet Types: dogs

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