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German Shepherd Dog puppies and dogs in Illinois

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Charlie Girl

German Shepherd Dog/Labrador Retriever

Female, 4 yrs

Chicago, IL

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,

Story

**Transport available, adoption fee includes transport fee* Meet the adorable Charlie: Charlie is a gentle, 4-year-old Shepherd mix with a heart of gold. She’s a calm, affectionate girl who loves being close to her people, lounging on her cozy bed, and enjoying short walks or yard time. She’s great with other dogs, cats, and even farm animals. Charlie is housebroken, spayed, vaccinated, and heartworm negative. She’s a big sweetheart with an even bigger heart. If you love big, soft, loyal companions, Charlie is ready to bring comfort, love, and devotion into your home. Charlie is spayed and up to date on her vaccines. Apply today at: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/SPK/Dog

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Carrot

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 2 yrs

Chicago, IL

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, House-trained,

Story

Carrots is an owner give up to our rescue. Below is the information her owner gave us initially. I have had Carrots for almost two years now. She has been the most amazing friend I could have asked for. She rarely barks and only lets out an occasional whine if she needs to go out or is wanting some attention. She’s a well behaved for a dog that lives her life with me in a small dorm and can only go out to play fetch or go for a walk when I’m not at class or work. She needs better. In general, she has been amazing for the hand she’s been dealt. I actually couldn’t be more grateful for how well she’s treated me as she’s grown to be near a full two years old!! I am having to part with her because she is still a puppy, and I’m a Junior in college struggling to work and commute on weekends when I have to, and give her the attention she deserves. She’s trained well. She sits on command, she can stay if you ask, she’s house trained, and she’s comfortable with her kennel if needed. She uses a harness for walks and does great. She was trained to walk on the left of you and she’s usually pretty good about staying focused. She has started the process of being an ESA certified dog but has not rec'd her second certification. Her previous owner said that she was around a child once and growled so we do not recommend her with small children. She has never been around cats so we cannot say whether she will or will not be okay arounds feline friends. She would make a great family member for an active family. If you would like to add Carrots to your home, please message us and we will send you an application. Carrots is being fostered in MS but included in your adoption fee is transport to a location near you by Rescue Riders Pet Transport, the most animal friendly transport on the road! The adoption fee includes her medical for a health certificate and transport to you. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

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Princess

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 3 yrs

Chicago, IL

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained,

Story

Princess is an approximately 3 year old spayed female shepherd mix that desperately needs a home. Her owner was unable to continue to feed her, and a neighbor stepped up to help care for Princess but they are not able to care for her long-term. Princess is good with other dogs, and after having multiple litters of puppies before getting spayed, she is very maternal. She is friendly with strangers but will let you know when they come into the yard! Princess appears to be house-trained and is non-destructive when she comes inside the house at night to sleep. Once she knows where “home” is, she is not one to wander and sticks close to where her people are. Princess is fully vaccinated but is unfortunately heartworm positive. Less

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BUSTER

German Shepherd Dog/Doberman Pinscher

Male, 6 mos

Springfield, IL

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained,

Story

Meet Buster – a sweet, not so graceful pup ! (Buster is currently living with his foster family in Texas, he will be transported through PFR when he is adopted) Buster is a handsome pup with a wonderfully laid-back personality. This sweet boy is a bit of a gentle goof—sometimes clumsy, always endearing—and he’s guaranteed to make you smile. He loves to wrestle and play with one of his brothers, but when it’s time to relax, Buster is happy to just hang out and soak up affection. Buster is currently working on his basic commands and is eager to learn with a patient, loving family. He, his momma, and siblings were left to fend for themselves on the streets of a small rural Texas town until a kind couple took them in and gave them safety and care. Now Buster is ready for a forever home where he can continue to grow, learn, and be loved. If you’re looking for a sweet, easygoing pup with a big heart and a silly side, Buster may be your perfect match. Here is the adoption/inquiry form link (please copy and paste in your browser): https://form.jotform.com/241436494645160 Fun Facts about BUSTER: * Estimated date of birth is 6-12-25 * Weighed about 67 lbs. at 6 months of age * Neutered and fully vaccinated * Mom is a German Shepherd/Husky mix and dad is a mystery…possibly part Doberman * Laid back, goofy personality and just a bit clumsy * Does well with other dogs * Heartworm and Tick Fever negative and current on preventatives Videos of BUSTER, SCOUT and NOVA: https://youtu.be/-b5NjXN2rlM https://youtube.com/shorts/sjtaCMwm_yQ?feature=share https://youtube.com/shorts/vdKKZahEsgQ?feature=share https://youtube.com/shorts/cAjAi_nRVwA?feature=share …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. For out-of-state adoptions: The PFR adoption fee is $500 (this includes transport). The fee also includes spay/neuter, current vaccinations (rabies, 4 parvo/distemper boosters, and bordatella), flea and tick prevention, negative heartworm test, negative fecal, health certificate, and registered microchip. BUSTER is available through Levelland Animal Friends, a partner rescue of Project Freedom Ride. He is located with our rescue here in the Texas Panhandle. He would be transported on one of the PFR transports in the following locations. Northwest Route: Moab, UT - Salt Lake City, UT - Meridian, ID - Mt. Vernon, WA - Seattle, WA – Richland or Kennewick, WA – Oregon City, OR - Portland, OR Northeast Route: Des Peres, MO – Hannibal, MO - Coralville, IA - Woodbury, MN – Madison, WI – Hillside, IL – Lafayette, IN – Lansing, MI - Cleveland, OH – Pembroke, NY - Syracuse, NY - Castleton on Hudson, NY - Newburgh, NY - Bedminster, NJ – Philadelphia, PA – Halethorpe, MD - Springfield, VA - Richmond, VA For more information on how a Direct Adoption with Project Freedom Ride works you can email us at laf79336@gmail.com or complete the adoption application/inquiry form (link is shown below) and we will contact you. ****Adoption/inquiry form link (please copy and paste in your browser): https://form.jotform.com/241436494645160 As a Project Freedom Ride direct adoption, the adoption interview/meet and greet would take place on video call (usually through Facetime or other video formats). The adoption application and fee would be finalized prior to transport. Check out Project Freedom Ride and see what this amazing group is all about! https://www.facebook.com/ProjectFreedomRide/ http://projectfreedomride.org/

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SCOUT

German Shepherd Dog/Doberman Pinscher

Male, 6 mos

Springfield, IL

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained,

Story

Meet Scout 🐾 – A big laid-back pup ! (Scout is currently living with his foster family in Texas, he will be transported through PFR when he is adopted) Scout is a sweetheart with the calmest, most laid-back personality of his whole litter. He’s a big baby at heart—gentle, affectionate, and just a little bit of a lovable doofus that will keep you smiling. Scout enjoys companionship and does especially well walking on leash when he has another dog by his side. Scout’s story started on the streets of a small rural Texas town, where he, his momma, and siblings were left to fend for themselves. Thankfully, a kind couple took them in and gave them safety, care, and a chance at a better life. Now Scout is ready for the next chapter—a forever home of his very own. If you’re looking for a sweet, easygoing pup who will happily soak up love and be your loyal sidekick, Scout may be your perfect match. Here is the adoption/inquiry form link (please copy and paste in your browser): https://form.jotform.com/241436494645160 Fun Facts about SCOUT: * Estimated date of birth is 6-12-25 * Weighs about 52 lbs. at 6 months of age * Neutered and fully vaccinated * Mom is a German Shepherd/Husky mix and dad is a mystery…possibly part Doberman * Laid back, sweet goofy personality * Does well with other dogs * Heartworm and Tick Fever negative and current on preventatives Videos of SCOUT, BUSTER and NOVA: https://youtu.be/13HCrwxqJcI https://youtube.com/shorts/sjtaCMwm_yQ?feature=share https://youtube.com/shorts/vdKKZahEsgQ?feature=share https://youtube.com/shorts/cAjAi_nRVwA?feature=share …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. For out-of-state adoptions: The PFR adoption fee is $500 (this includes transport). The fee also includes spay/neuter, current vaccinations (rabies, 4 parvo/distemper boosters, and bordatella), flea and tick prevention, negative heartworm test, negative fecal, health certificate, and registered microchip. He is available through Levelland Animal Friends, a partner rescue of Project Freedom Ride. He is located with our rescue here in the Texas Panhandle. SCOUT would be transported on one of the PFR transports in the following locations. Northwest Route: Moab, UT - Salt Lake City, UT - Meridian, ID - Mt. Vernon, WA - Seattle, WA – Richland or Kennewick, WA – Oregon City, OR - Portland, OR Northeast Route: Des Peres, MO – Hannibal, MO - Coralville, IA - Woodbury, MN – Madison, WI – Hillside, IL – Lafayette, IN – Lansing, MI - Cleveland, OH – Pembroke, NY - Syracuse, NY - Castleton on Hudson, NY - Newburgh, NY - Bedminster, NJ – Philadelphia, PA – Halethorpe, MD - Springfield, VA - Richmond, VA For more information on how a Direct Adoption with Project Freedom Ride works you can email us at laf79336@gmail.com or complete the adoption application/inquiry form (link is shown below) and we will contact you. ****Adoption/inquiry form link (please copy and paste in your browser): https://form.jotform.com/241436494645160 As a Project Freedom Ride direct adoption, the adoption interview/meet and greet would take place on video call (usually through Facetime or other video formats). The adoption application and fee would be finalized prior to transport. Check out Project Freedom Ride and see what this amazing group is all about! https://www.facebook.com/ProjectFreedomRide/ http://projectfreedomride.org/

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Legend

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Puppy

Elgin, IL

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. **If you are interested in being considered for this dog, please be sure to complete an application directly on our website - not through a 3rd party service.** Hi my name is Legend, I’m about 9 weeks old, might be a shepherd mix, and am a professional snuggle bug so clear me a spot on movie night. I like to go on walks and I’m doing really good on a leash, I can show you! I’m dreaming of a family of my own for the new year, if you’re looking for a new buddy for the dog you already have I’d love that, Or if I can steal all your attention I’m happy to do that too, I’m good with kids, cats, car rides and am the master of squeaky toys, I’m doing great with potty training and sleeping all night in my crate. If you’re willing to continue my training so I can be the best dog ever I think we can write a epic love story together Visit Hoofwoofmeow.org to fill out an app, let’s start making memories. Legends’s adoption fee is $400. This includes age appropriate vaccines, completed wellness visit and neuter at one of our contracted vets at 6 months of age. *HWMAR presents the information in these bios based on our foster observations and any information presented to us regarding prior living conditions, breed specifications. While we aim to be as accurate as possible, each animal is individual and their behaviors and personalities can change in different surroundings. HWMAR holds no guarantees to personality, behavior or breed* Please review our adoption process & complete an application on our website - www.hoofwoofmeow.org/adoption We adopt within 150 mile radius of Elgin, IL **We are a 100% volunteer rescue. All of our dogs are in Foster Homes**Submission of an application does not guarantee adoption of any specific animal as they may have applications pending or might not be the right match. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.December 24, 2025, 5:47 pm

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German Shepherd Dog shelters & rescues in Illinois

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Shelter

Champaign County Humane Society

4003 Kearns Drive, Champaign , IL 61822

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

Shelter

Vermilion County Animal Shelter

14775 Catlin/Tilton Road, Danville , IL 61834

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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EARS Effingham Animal Rescue Sanctuary

PO Box 1737, Effingham , IL 62401

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

McLean County Animal Control

9279 N. 1375 East Road, Bloomington , IL 61705

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

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Crawford County Humane Society

911 East Wilkin Street, Robinson , IL 62454

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Pet Central Helps

360 Wylie Drive, Suite 720, Normal , IL 61761

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Levelland Animal Friends - Springfield IN Transport Stop

Springfield , IL 62705

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Animal Protective League of Springfield and Sangamon County

1001 Taintor Rd., Springfield , IL 62702

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Livingston County Humane Society

21179 North 1358 East Road, Pontiac , IL 61764

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Iroquois County Animal Rescue

100 NW Lincoln, Iroquois , IL 60945

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

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