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German Shepherd Dog puppies and dogs in Louisville, Kentucky

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These German Shepherd Dogs are available in Louisville, Kentucky.
We'll also keep you updated on Bubba's adoption status with email updates.
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Bubba

German Shepherd Dog German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Louisville, KY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter,
Story
He’s a good dog. He doesn’t like other dogs and does have separation anxiety and cries as well as makes messes when he’s alone. He knows a lot of commands such as sit, down, paw, speak, whisper, and cage. He’s four years old and will turn five on February 12th 2026. He needs more time and attention than what my husband and I can give him due to our busy work schedules. He needs to be the only dog as well as a backyard.
We'll also keep you updated on Smoky's adoption status with email updates.
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Smoky

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Louisville, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Smoky is a sweet, wonderful and energetic dog that understands basic commands. He gets along with dogs, cats and children. He is a loving dog and likes to go to the park and play fetch. He is very energetic and needs an experienced adopter but will make a very loving addition to the right family.
We'll also keep you updated on Lilo's adoption status with email updates.
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Lilo

German Shepherd Dog Husky

Female, Adult
Louisville, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Lilo is a *very* sweet older dog. She has a great personality and loves napping, playing fetch, and hanging out with her humans (she is very good with children). She is small for a shepsky and has more of a shepherd personality- none of the usual behavioral problems you sometimes see with huskies. She has lived with another dog for most of her life, but does want to be "top dog" in the house, so if you have other dogs we may want to arrange a meeting for them to be sure everyone is okay. I am rehoming Lilo for her own safety because we are moving into a home with an incompatible dog. Lilo has been a wonderful companion for years and we hate to lose her, but it would be worth it for her to find a new forever home where she will be loved and cared for.
We'll also keep you updated on Zoey's adoption status with email updates.
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Zoey

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young
Louisville, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Zoey is a beautiful young sable German Shepherd female estimated around 5-6 years of age. Zoey was a stray and we unfortunately do not know her history but Zoey is happily looking forward to having a family of her own.    Zoey is a playful and rambunctious girl. Her favorite activities include playing in muddy ponds, getting all the love, and inappropriately barking at unknown dogs and people. Zoey is learning how to navigate the world and make new human friends. While Zoey can be a very friendly and social girl she is at a critical point in her life known as the 'fear period' and can struggle with reactivity when meeting new people. It is extremely important that Zoey have a confident, experienced, handler that can compassionately guide her through the safe socialization she needs in order to learn how to navigate the world kindly. Zoey is very much a puppy and while eager to please she is still figuring out what is expected of her and how to rise to those expectations. Zoey has been great meeting volunteers with the guidance of her foster home and with those she knows is a very loving, playful girl. She has enjoyed going on hikes around private property and exploring ponds and mud puddles. Zoey is an active and athletic girl who is going to require ongoing exercise and structure to ensure her growth into a well rounded adult Shepherd. Zoey would be a great running companion, hiking buddy, and would likely excel in a number of dog sports. Zoey is NOT suitable for a home with children at this time.    Zoey is still figuring out other dogs and how to interact in a polite manner. Zoey can be very vocal when she meets new dogs and was defensive with other dogs when she arrived at her foster home. She has since settled in and is able to enjoy playgroups with other young Shepherds as well as group hikes. Zoey is slowly figuring out that she can play appropriately and doing a great job. Zoey will require ongoing structured socialization and guidance to maintain her progress as she is at an age of development where her socialization both in and out of the house is vital. Zoey is NOT friendly with cats or small dogs as she has shown a very high prey drive with both.    Zoey is a young, eager to please, and outgoing Shepherd who is searching for an active, loving, and adventurous home to give her the guidance and love she needs to grow into an even more wonderful companion. If you're the home for Zoey please email Tierhavenrescue@gmail.com for an adoption application or visit tierhaven.rescuegroups.org for FAQsVisit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 5, 2024, 8:53 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Brie's adoption status with email updates.
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Brie

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Puppy
Louisville, KY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Brie is an adorable female German Shepherd mix who is part of the "Charcuterie Litter" that came to us from an eastern KY shelter. Brie is a typical spunky pup who has an outgoing personality and a sassy side.    We DO NOT have any history on their father or any idea what they may be mixed with. Their mother, Charcuterie, is a black & tan Shepherd with no visual indication of being mix bred herself. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.December 12, 2025, 8:05 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Colby's adoption status with email updates.
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Colby

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Puppy
Louisville, KY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Colby is a handsome male German Shepherd mix who is part of the "Charcuterie Litter" that came to us from an eastern KY shelter. Colby is more on the shy side but enjoys cuddles, playing with his littermates, and snack time. Colby has the cutest white chin and eyes that are sure to melt your heart.    We DO NOT have any history on their father or any idea what they may be mixed with. Their mother, Charcuterie, is a black & tan Shepherd with no visual indication of being mix bred herself. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.December 12, 2025, 8:27 pm

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We'll also keep you updated on Bubba's adoption status with email updates.
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Bubba

German Shepherd Dog German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Louisville, KY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter,
Story
He’s a good dog. He doesn’t like other dogs and does have separation anxiety and cries as well as makes messes when he’s alone. He knows a lot of commands such as sit, down, paw, speak, whisper, and cage. He’s four years old and will turn five on February 12th 2026. He needs more time and attention than what my husband and I can give him due to our busy work schedules. He needs to be the only dog as well as a backyard.
We'll also keep you updated on Smoky's adoption status with email updates.
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Smoky

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Louisville, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Smoky is a sweet, wonderful and energetic dog that understands basic commands. He gets along with dogs, cats and children. He is a loving dog and likes to go to the park and play fetch. He is very energetic and needs an experienced adopter but will make a very loving addition to the right family.
We'll also keep you updated on Lilo's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Lilo

Lilo

German Shepherd Dog Husky

Female, Adult
Louisville, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Lilo is a *very* sweet older dog. She has a great personality and loves napping, playing fetch, and hanging out with her humans (she is very good with children). She is small for a shepsky and has more of a shepherd personality- none of the usual behavioral problems you sometimes see with huskies. She has lived with another dog for most of her life, but does want to be "top dog" in the house, so if you have other dogs we may want to arrange a meeting for them to be sure everyone is okay. I am rehoming Lilo for her own safety because we are moving into a home with an incompatible dog. Lilo has been a wonderful companion for years and we hate to lose her, but it would be worth it for her to find a new forever home where she will be loved and cared for.
We'll also keep you updated on Zoey's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Zoey

Zoey

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young
Louisville, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Zoey is a beautiful young sable German Shepherd female estimated around 5-6 years of age. Zoey was a stray and we unfortunately do not know her history but Zoey is happily looking forward to having a family of her own.    Zoey is a playful and rambunctious girl. Her favorite activities include playing in muddy ponds, getting all the love, and inappropriately barking at unknown dogs and people. Zoey is learning how to navigate the world and make new human friends. While Zoey can be a very friendly and social girl she is at a critical point in her life known as the 'fear period' and can struggle with reactivity when meeting new people. It is extremely important that Zoey have a confident, experienced, handler that can compassionately guide her through the safe socialization she needs in order to learn how to navigate the world kindly. Zoey is very much a puppy and while eager to please she is still figuring out what is expected of her and how to rise to those expectations. Zoey has been great meeting volunteers with the guidance of her foster home and with those she knows is a very loving, playful girl. She has enjoyed going on hikes around private property and exploring ponds and mud puddles. Zoey is an active and athletic girl who is going to require ongoing exercise and structure to ensure her growth into a well rounded adult Shepherd. Zoey would be a great running companion, hiking buddy, and would likely excel in a number of dog sports. Zoey is NOT suitable for a home with children at this time.    Zoey is still figuring out other dogs and how to interact in a polite manner. Zoey can be very vocal when she meets new dogs and was defensive with other dogs when she arrived at her foster home. She has since settled in and is able to enjoy playgroups with other young Shepherds as well as group hikes. Zoey is slowly figuring out that she can play appropriately and doing a great job. Zoey will require ongoing structured socialization and guidance to maintain her progress as she is at an age of development where her socialization both in and out of the house is vital. Zoey is NOT friendly with cats or small dogs as she has shown a very high prey drive with both.    Zoey is a young, eager to please, and outgoing Shepherd who is searching for an active, loving, and adventurous home to give her the guidance and love she needs to grow into an even more wonderful companion. If you're the home for Zoey please email Tierhavenrescue@gmail.com for an adoption application or visit tierhaven.rescuegroups.org for FAQsVisit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 5, 2024, 8:53 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Brie's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Brie

Brie

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Puppy
Louisville, KY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Brie is an adorable female German Shepherd mix who is part of the "Charcuterie Litter" that came to us from an eastern KY shelter. Brie is a typical spunky pup who has an outgoing personality and a sassy side.    We DO NOT have any history on their father or any idea what they may be mixed with. Their mother, Charcuterie, is a black & tan Shepherd with no visual indication of being mix bred herself. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.December 12, 2025, 8:05 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Colby's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Colby

Colby

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Puppy
Louisville, KY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Colby is a handsome male German Shepherd mix who is part of the "Charcuterie Litter" that came to us from an eastern KY shelter. Colby is more on the shy side but enjoys cuddles, playing with his littermates, and snack time. Colby has the cutest white chin and eyes that are sure to melt your heart.    We DO NOT have any history on their father or any idea what they may be mixed with. Their mother, Charcuterie, is a black & tan Shepherd with no visual indication of being mix bred herself. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.December 12, 2025, 8:27 pm

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We'll also keep you updated on Carolina's adoption status with email updates.
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Carolina

Dutch Shepherd German Shepherd Dog

Female
Louisville, KY
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Carolina is a stunning female Dutch X German Shepherd estimated around 2 years of age. Carolina will capture your heart with her soulful eyes and stunning coat. Carolina was a stray therefore we do not know her history or background prior to arrival at the shelter.    Carolina is a sweet girl who meets new people with energy and kisses. She enjoys making new friends and is a social, outgoing personality. Carolina is a certified Goodest Girl with her wicked smarts, high-energy antics, and people pleaser attitude. Carolina would thrive with advanced obedience and we could see her easily excelling in a number of dog sports. She has a good brain and an even better temperament. Carolina has not been around children under 10 years of age at this time but we trust that with some guidance she would do well with children.   Carolina LOVES her some play time with other dogs! She is a playgroup superstar with her agility and love of chase games. Carolina has navigated meeting new dogs well and is used to a wide variety of personalities from other playful young-uns to less patient seniors. Carolina has done well meeting new dogs on outings and is usually reserved and appropriate in her approach. Carolina has not been tested with cats or small dogs at this time.   Carolina is a looker who is looking for a home to give her the adventure, excitement, and guidance every Shepherd needs. If you're the home for her email us at Tierhavenrescue@gmail.com for an adoption application or visit Tierhaven.rescuegroups.org for our FAQsVisit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.December 3, 2025, 4:55 pm

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15.3 miles

Tier Haven Rescue

Louisville, KY 40245

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16.5 miles

Blue Ridge Animal Rescue & Sanctuary

Louisville, KY 40026

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Rescue

23.8 miles

Adopt Me! Bluegrass Pet Rescue

P.O. Box 202, LaGrange, KY 40031

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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23.8 miles

Humane Society of Oldham County

2601 Interior Way, LaGrange, KY 40031

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Rescue

45.9 miles

Indigo's Rescue Ranch And Sanctuary

P.O. Box 3, Vallonia, IN 47260

Pet Types: dogs

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49.5 miles

Breckinridge County Animal Shelter

498 Glen Nash Lane, Hardinsburg, KY 40143

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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