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German Shepherd Dog puppies and dogs in Ottawa, Illinois

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ADOPTION PENDING Roxie

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 4 mos
Yorkville, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi I’m Roxie and I’m a 4 mo old 18 lb German Shepherd mix baby girl who is looking for someone to love me forever and ever. If you want to add a little unconditional love to your life...I am right here!! I’m a fun loving girl who loves attention. I am in search of my forever family and home that will love me and make endless memories with me. I am the missing piece to completing your wonderful family. Investing your love into me will be so worth it!! I am good with children and other dogs. I was rescued when my family decided that they didn't have enough time for me. Please add a lotta unconditional love, sloppy kisses, tail wags and endless happiness to your family and contact jbrescuerangers@yahoo.com for an adoption application and bring me home. I will come with the works (spayed, up to date on everything, micro chipped, fecal, heart worm tested if age appropriate, heartworm, flea and tick prevented, a free vet visit and medical insurance). What more could a new family ask for? Love and Kisses, Roxie
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Freya

German Shepherd Dog Belgian Malinois

Female, 3 yrs
Yorkville, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hello Everyone, My name is Freya and I’m a sweet 3 year old German Shepherd/Malinois mix baby girl who is looking for my happily ever after. I Investing your time and love into me will be so worth it!! I am an absolute sweetheart. I am super smart and love toys more than anything. I am a sweet, loving and smart lil baby who just wants a loving family. I am a good girl who just wants to be wanted. I love attention and I am looking forward to being a part of a loving family. I’m a bit shy and reserved at first but then you see my personality start to evolve as I get comfortable. I am good with older children and other animals. I may be too big for smaller children. Please add a lotta unconditional love, sloppy kisses, tail wags and endless happiness to your family and contact jbrescuerangers@yahoo.com for an adoption application and bring me home. I will come with the works (spayed, up to date on everything, micro chipped, fecal, heart worm tested, monthly heartworm, flea and tick prevented, a free vet visit and medical insurance). What more could a new family ask for? Love and Kisses, Freya
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Fernie

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young
Yorkville, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
She was adopted.Fernie is 2 1/2 years old.To be in a loving safe family.She needs a lot of area to run and play. To use her natural instincts. To improve her ability and skills. She is very smart girl, she comes into office every day. She hasn’t had the chance to develop into her potential. Her current care provider is unable to give her the quality of life she deserves. Everyone at the office takes care of her, We also have a workout gym area in the building so she is around people all day long. Though she is very protective of her family. She loves spiky balls she carries them in her mouth all day, I can't tell you how many of them I have bought. She tears them up if she doesn't get enough attention. LOL☺She needs a little bit of retraining she still has a lot of puppy energy.
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Ebony

German Shepherd Dog Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 mos
Oswego, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi, I’m Ebony and I’m ready to find my forever home!  Dog’s Name: Ebony Location: Carol Stream, IL Date of Birth: 4/23/2026 Gender: Female  Color: Chocolatr Dogs: Yes Cats: Not Sure Kids: Yes Leash Trained: Yes Crate Trained: Yes Housebroken: Yes Meet Ebony Ebony is the perfect mix of playful puppy and snuggly sweetheart. At 22 pounds, she's full of energy and loves to spend her days playing tug-of-war, chewing on bones, romping around with other dogs, and exploring everything life has to offer. But once she's had her fun, she's ready for her favorite activity—finding the nearest human lap to curl up in for a well-earned nap. This smart little girl is food motivated and already thinks her crate is a pretty great place because that's where the treats are! She's making wonderful progress with her puppy training, including walking nicely on a leash, crate training, and house training. Like any young puppy, she'll need a family committed to continuing her training as she grows. Ebony enjoys the company of other dogs and would love a canine friend to show her the ropes, though she'd also thrive with an active family ready to give her plenty of love, playtime, and guidance. A securely fenced yard would be ideal because this playful girl loves to run and explore—and she'll happily try to follow her favorite humans wherever they go! Like many growing puppies, Ebony is still learning that counters aren't for sampling snacks and that greeting people with all four paws on the floor is the polite way to say hello. With consistency, patience, and positive reinforcement, she's sure to blossom into an amazing companion. If you're looking for a puppy who will keep you laughing during the day and happily snuggle up beside you at night, Ebony might just be your perfect match. Until the profile is removed from the public’s view, this dog is considered available for adoption. To apply to adopt from Just Giants Rescue fill out an online. All approved applications are good for 12 months. Meet and greets can be scheduled with approved adopters. All dogs adopted from Just Giants Rescue are up to date on vaccines (Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella), microchipped, and spayed or neutered. Some exceptions may apply. All adoption fees are non-refundable; Just Giants is a NFP 501(c)3 organization. Meet and greets can be scheduled with approved adopters. Transportation from the foster home to the adopter is the responsibility of the adopter to coordinate. Just Giants does not adopt outside of the continental US. To apply to adopt from Just Giants Rescue, you can visit https://justgiants.org/adopt/ to fill out an application. All dogs adopted from Just Giants Rescue are up to date on shots, microchipped, and spayed or neutered. Some exceptions may apply. For more information about Just Giants or the dogs we rescue, please visit justgiants.org. All puppies will be adopted with age-appropriate vaccines and a spay/neuter contract. Adoption Fees $750 - 12 months or younger; $150 snip it ticket  $600 - 1 to 3 years old $500 - 4 to 6 years old $300 - 7+ years old; includes senior blood panel   ##2747356##
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Willow

German Shepherd Dog Poodle (Standard)

Female, 1 yr 9 mos
Oswego, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
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Story
Hi, I’m new to rescue. Please check back to learn more about me once I settle into my fosterhome. Name: Willow Breed: Unknown Age: 1 year Pet Location: Seneca, MO From the foster home:This foster dog is decompressing in their foster home. Please follow us on social media@JustGiants for updates! ##2747341##
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Sage

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Puppy
Plainfield, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Sage – A Gentle Soul Looking for His Person Sage is a beautiful German Shepherd dog born in late April with a tender heart and a quiet spirit. While some puppies charge into the world without a second thought, Sage prefers to take his time, carefully observing new people and situations before deciding they're safe. Because of his sensitive nature, Sage is looking for a patient and understanding family that will let him move at his own pace. He thrives in calm, predictable environments and needs adopters who understand that confidence can't be rushed—it grows through trust, consistency, and kindness. A confident, social resident dog is required for Sage. Having a canine companion helps him feel secure, teaches him that the world isn't so scary, and encourages him to be brave. He looks to other dogs for guidance and gains confidence from their example every day. Once Sage feels comfortable, his sweet personality begins to shine. He is affectionate, loyal, and deeply devoted to the people he trusts. Watching him overcome his fears and celebrate new experiences is incredibly rewarding, and the bond you build with him will be one that feels truly special. Sage's ideal family will appreciate the small victories, celebrate his progress, and understand that some of the most meaningful relationships take time to grow. In return, Sage will offer unwavering loyalty, gentle companionship, and a lifetime of love. If you have a patient heart, a confident canine friend, and room in your home for a puppy who simply needs someone to believe in him, Sage may be the perfect addition to your family.   If you are interested in adopting/meeting this pup , please complete our online adoption application that you can find here: https://www.starfishanimalrescue.com/adopt/dog-adoption-application  . Your application will be reviewed by our team and if it is a good fit, we will send to the foster family to set up a meet! The adoption fee of $350 will include spay/neuter, microchip, age appropriate/required vaccinations, treatment for heartworm and any other necessary medical treatment to assure a healthy new pup for your family. IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: Although we do our best to describe breed, since our pups all come from shelters we can not and will not make any guarantee on breed or size. We can tell you that they are 100% RESCUED! And that is the BEST breed! *please note that we are a foster home based rescue and we do home visits as part of the adoption process - we are unable to adopt to families who live outside of the Chicago and surrounding suburbs. Thank you for your understanding.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.September 1, 2026, 7:59 pm

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30.6 miles

Jellystone Bark's Rescue Rangers

Yorkville, IL 60560

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

37 miles

Just Giant Rescue Inc - Illinois Chapter

PO Box 358, Oswego, IL 60543

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

40.3 miles

Starfish Animal Rescue

P.O. Box 1355, Plainfield, IL 60544

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

43.8 miles

Wagging Hearts - Naperville

1552 South Rt 59, PO Box #1487, Naperville, IL 60564

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs

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Rescue

44.5 miles

Haven and Heart Animal Rescue

Chillicothe, IL 61523

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Rescue

46.8 miles

Promise Rescue

Manhattan, IL 60442

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

48.6 miles

Angel Dog Alliance

Naperville, IL 60540

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

48.7 miles

Rescue Riders Cooperative IL

Chicago, IL 60563

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

48.7 miles

A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter

420 Industrial Drive, Naperville, IL 60563

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

48.9 miles

Ruby Whiskers Animal rescue

12305 S. New Ave, Suite O, Lemont, IL 60439

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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