German Shepherd Dog Adoption in Iowa: German Shepherd Dog Puppies for Sale in Iowa

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Below are our newest added German Shepherd Dogs available for adoption in Iowa. To see more adoptable German Shepherd Dogs in Iowa, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!

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Leo

German Shepherd Dog/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Young

West Des Moines, IA

Size

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

Details

Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs special attention, House-trained,

Story

Leo is five years old and we love and pamper him. We rescued Leo in TX as a tiny pup. However he has developed significant reactivity and aggression. Over the last several months, he has growled at and nipped at several neighbors. More recently, he has developed a high predatory drive toward specific vehicles (trucks) and has become increasingly "distant" and hyper-vigilant. The safety threshold was crossed today when Leo went after my two-year-old child. He is currently in a state of constant "guarding" and appears irritated by the presence of the toddler. We have attempted professional training, increased exercise, and diet changes, but his behavior is deteriorating rather than improving. Leo is no longer safe in a home with children or in a busy neighborhood environment. He requires an experienced, adult-only home or a sanctuary environment where his triggers can be strictly managed by professionals. He is a high-liability risk in a standard residential setting.

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Loonuh

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 4 yrs 2 mos

Clive, IA

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Hi! I'm Loonuh. I'm a 4 year old goregous white German Shepherd. I'm as sweet as can be and am really a good girl. My family is moving and I've been used to being an outdoor dog my whole life so I'm on the hunt for my forever home. I do good with other dogs as long as they aren't small, and no kitties please! However, I'm crate trained and seem to do good about pottying. I've never been an inside dog before but I'm sure I could adapt with patience and time. I'm currently in a foster home. If you're interested in adopting me, fill out an adoption application online at www.polkcountyhumanesociety.org/adopt where you will also find a link to reserve me for an appointment. Some pets are in foster homes or may already have an appointment scheduled, so the appointment is important to make sure I will be available to meet you when you come. Polk County Humane Society is located in Bolivar, Missouri, but also makes transports to the Denver, CO, Des Moines, IA and St. Louis areas twice monthly. For potential adopters in those areas, we can do a virtual visit using FaceTime or another app. Just request an appointment using the same link, but note that you want the visit to be virtual. We will call you at the time of the visit once it is confirmed. For long distance transports to Colorado and Iowa, there is an additional $100 fee to cover the cost of the transport ($65) and a health certificate from a veterinarian ($35). For transports to St. Louis, the additional fee is $50 to help cover gas. Going that last mile home for our sweet pets! All of our pets are neutered or spayed, have vaccinations appropriate for their age, treated with flea/tick/heartworm prevention, dewormed and dogs are also microchipped. #adoptdontshop ##2691373##

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Buddy Boy

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 2 yrs

Clive, IA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, House-trained,

Story

Howdy hoy! I'm Buddy Boy and I am so glad to meet you! I've been at the local city pound for quite some time but didn't get any looks. I'm pretty skinny too so I got brought to the shelter in hopes that I can find my forever home and gain some weight. I'm a sweet natured boy and looking for the right home. I use the a doggy door great so potty-training is already down pat. I walk decent on a leash too. I'm a little picky about other dogs and cats seem a little too interesting to me lol. Cna you give a special boy like me a chance? If you're interested in adopting me, fill out an adoption application online at www.polkcountyhumanesociety.org/adopt where you will also find a link to reserve me for an appointment. Some pets are in foster homes or may already have an appointment scheduled, so the appointment is important to make sure I will be available to meet you when you come. Polk County Humane Society is located in Bolivar, Missouri, but also makes transports to the Denver, CO, Des Moines, IA and St. Louis areas twice monthly. For potential adopters in those areas, we can do a virtual visit using FaceTime or another app. Just request an appointment using the same link, but note that you want the visit to be virtual. We will call you at the time of the visit once it is confirmed. For long distance transports to Colorado and Iowa, there is an additional $100 fee to cover the cost of the transport ($65) and a health certificate from a veterinarian ($35). For transports to St. Louis, the additional fee is $50 to help cover gas. Going that last mile home for our sweet pets! All of our pets are neutered or spayed, have vaccinations appropriate for their age, treated with flea/tick/heartworm prevention, dewormed and dogs are also microchipped. #adoptdontshop ##2694522##

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Theo

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 4 yrs

Cedar Rapids, IA

Size

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

Details

Story

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Rip 3/29/2026

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 2 yrs

Cedar Rapids, IA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with cats,

Story

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Luna 3/12/2026

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo

Cedar Rapids, IA

Size

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

Details

Story

**Located outside of Madison WI** Luna is a sweet, spirited 2-year-old who brings the perfect mix of energy and affection. She absolutely loves cuddle time and will happily lean into you for pets and attention. When it’s time to play, her favorite game is fetch—she could chase a ball for hours with pure joy. Luna is the kind of dog who bonds quickly, thrives on companionship, and will make someone an incredibly loyal, loving addition to their home. She is good with other dogs but unknown about cats. She kennels at night and has picked up on potty training. Great with Kids, but could knock over smaller ones

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