German Shepherd Dog puppies and dogs in Maine

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.DAISY was saved from a high kill shelter in Texas where she had been taken from a home on 3 September under cruelty charges, her collar embedded deep into her neck as well as having a heavy tick infestation. She received emergency surgery at the shelter to remove the collar and treat her wounds. We do not know what breed Daisy is, she has the looks of a German Shepherd, but at 2 years and being around 40 pounds, she is a definitely mixed with a smaller and definitely high energy breed. We have to guess what breed we think she is, so we ask potential adopters to do the same and do their due diligence on potential breed characteristics and lifestyle needs. Health & Background Estimated date of birth: 3 September 2024 ✅ Spayed ✅ Core vaccines & Rabies ✅ Heartworm disease tested negative ✅ Tick Disease - Anaplasmosis Positive (treated) Lyme, Ehrlichia Canis - Negative ✅ Monthly preventatives ✅ Microchipped with 24PetWatch - registered with Free Pet Chip Registry. ⚖️ Weight approx. 37 pounds at end of October Personality & Demeanor From a horrible, life of suffering, neglect and abuse DAISY has the most joyful, beautiful, happy personalities. DAISY is definitely a very high energy dog who is very agile and can easily jump up on counter tops with no effort (ask me how I know lol). She is incredibly affectionate and wants to be as close as she can, sleeping at the side of the bed, laying at the side of the chair and going where ever I go. When I go out - she is looking out of the window and when she hears the car come back - her face is there at the window ready to let me know how happy she is that I am home. She is a prolific kisser in a way that it is as if she wants to show you how much she appreciates you saving her. If you do not like a dog that gives kisses, then she is most likely not the dog for you, or you must be willing to work with her on this. She can be demanding wanting affection and when told no, she will paw or give you a sad puppy dog attitidue where you could easily be weakened to let her get her own way, she is like that adorable teenager that you know you should say no to, but they have those manilpulative powers to try and get their own way. She is super smart and responsive and will be easy and fun to train. Compatibility & Home Life Other Dogs & Pets: She is fantastic with other dogs and loves all toys, she loves to run and chase and wrestle and is good with smaller and larger dogs. She can be a bit pushy, but when the other dog lets her know they are not happy with her, she does back off. I do not know how she would be around cats - she does chase squirrels and creatures of the night when we are walking round the property during the evening, so there is a chance she would chase cats, I do not know if she is chasing to kill, or chasing out of curiousity or playfullness, so if you have cats or small pets, caution must be taken and a lifelong plan to keep all animals safe from each other. Children & Active Families: DAISY does need an active family, although I have not had her around any small children, I have no doubt that as long as the children respect her and don't treat her like a toy or be allowed to abuse her, she would be an amazing companion for a child any age. Of course as with any dog when they are running and playing they could knock someone over and they do play with their mouths, so precautions should always be taken, but she is so loving, playful, affectionate and a great size at around 40 pounds she would be a perfit fit for an active family. She would do great with another high energy dog to play and chase and burn off that energy, but as long as she is with a family that is active and can provide for her what she needs to thrive she would be ok as a single dog. Leash, House Training & Handling DAISY is great on the leash, although having a severe neck injury due to the embedded collar - which has fully healed, we feel she would benefit from a harness. She loves to ride in the car and at any moment will jump in just to hang out waiting to see if she gets to go for a ride. She is not quite house trained, but getting her into a routine is pretty easy as she is so intelligent and so desperate to please, whilst with me she pretty much as all day access to outside, so she hasn't needed to let me know she wants to go outside, so expecting a few accidents whilst she transitions and learns must be expected. Considering her background she has been doing amazing. One thing to note is she can be a little intense with her wanting attention or to be right by you - teaching her to have her own space and giving her boundaries is a perfect way to find that balance of sharing each others company, but not being too over-powering or to the point where she is in the way. Adoption Details Location: Southern US - Transport to be arranged for North East Adoption or Foster. Families must complete and submit an adoption questionnaire. Once approved, depending on your location either a transport meet up will be scheduled or if she is being fostered you’ll be invited to schedule an appointment to meet and hopefully go home together. ⏱️ Applications are generally processed within 24-48 hours Click here to Request our Adoption Application Form Want to See More of Pictures? Check out our Facebook Page ALBUMS, where we share hundreds of photos of all the dogs waiting for their forever families! Summary Daisy is a resilient 2-year-old, 40-pound German Shepherd mix who overcame severe neglect to become a remarkably affectionate, joyful companion. High-energy, dog-friendly, and deeply loyal, she needs an active home ready to provide routine, gentle boundaries, and plenty of love.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 3, 2026, 5:31 pm

Meet Daisy!Daisy is a very nervous girl who is looking for a home with a lot of patients and love to give her. She is very nervous of new people and it takes her time to warm up to you and become comfortable. Once she does warm up to you, she is the sweetest girl and loves to run around in a yard. Treats are definitely the way to her heart! She is also looking for a home with dog savvy cats and no kids under 18 years old. She has previously lived with other dogs, so she is willing to meet any future dog siblings. Since she is so nervous we would also recommend an experienced owner and somebody who is willing to possibly have to meet her a few times before taking her home. Interested in meeting Daisy come down to KVHS with the whole family to meet her!

IDGSR Welcomes COOKIE into the safety of the rescue!! THIS DOG IS FOSTERED IN TENNESSEE & AVAILABLE FOR TRANSPORT ************** Hiya Friends! My name is Cookie and I'm a beautiful 3yr old female German Shepherd. I am located in Greeneville TN and will be available for transport. Quick Facts Age: 3yrs old Kids: would do fine with older kids (10+) Dogs: good with large male dogs Cats: NO cats Training: needs standard obedience training 1. Before coming to IDGSR, my so-called owners left me to run on my own, getting pregnant and left to fend for myself and puppies with inadequate food, water and shelter. I was treated like garbage. 2. All of my little cookie-crumbs (puppies) have since been adopted and now it's my turn for happily ever after. I desperately want a loving home of my own. 3. I'm house & kennel trained. I keep my kennel neat and don't tear anything up. I also get along well with large breed male dogs. I'd also do fine as an only dog if you promise to give me lots of attention. 4. I would greatly benefit from obedience training. I'm smart and eager to please. Will you paw-promise to train me? Let's prove that I'm the bestest girl around! 5. If you are looking for a beautiful, resilient, loving, moderate energy, friendly, and incredible new bestie - I'm your girl! Let me make your life extra sweet ;) **SERIOUS APPLICANTS ONLY! If you are not 100% ready to adopt, please wait** ************** ***IMPORTANT ADOPTION INFORMATION*** -ALL dogs are fostered in TENNESSEE unless otherwise noted -We do transport dogs to the east coast; a transport fee will apply -All dogs are up-to-date on vaccinations, heart-worm testing, monthly preventatives, & are spayed or neutered -Puppies under 6-months of age will require a SPAY/NEUTER CONTRACT, a portion of the adoption fee will be refunded upon documentation of the spay/neuter -An application must be submitted before scheduling an appointment to meet a dog -Dogs are introduced to prospective adopters BY APPOINTMENT ONLY -Due to the high volume of emails we receive, first priority will be given to those with submitted applications -All rescue work is done by dedicated volunteers, please be respectful of their time -Not able to adopt? Consider FOSTERING one of our wonderful dogs! Adoption Application: https://www.idgsr.org/apply-to-adopt NOTE: Please remain on the application page until you receive notice your application has gone through. Thank you for considering adopting this wonderful dog! Donations help us care for all of the dogs in our program. Any donation is greatly appreciated and can be made here: https://www.idgsr.org/support-us

Bowie is a handsome 6 year old German Shepherd mix. He’s a true people person with a big heart and lots of love to give! He may be a big guy, but he’s also a bit of a scaredy-cat. He can be a little skittish at times and may need some patience and reassurance while he gets comfortable. Once he trusts you, though, he’s all about being close to his favorite people!This guy is also very food motivated, which makes training with treats a great way to bond with him and help him learn. The way to his heart is definitely through his stomach!His favorite place to be is right beside his human, preferably snuggled up on the couch getting all the cuddles. When he’s not soaking up affection, you can find him enjoying his favorite activities: chewing on a good bone, sun bathing, or happily rolling around in the backyard. He’s looking for a special home where he can be the center of attention and enjoy all the love, comfort, and companionship he deserves.

Meet Tonka — A Fun-Loving Shepherd Mix with Lots to Learn! Tonka is a young shepherd mix looking for a fun and loving home that understands the needs of his breed. This teenage guy came to us as a stray, so his history with other dogs, children, and cats is unknown. What we have learned is that Tonka is an enthusiastic young dog who is still figuring out how to navigate the world! He may not have had much structure in his young life, but he has plenty of potential and is ready to learn. Like many adolescent shepherds, he’ll need guidance, engagement, and positive outlets for his energy and clever mind.Tonka is looking for a family ready to help him build good manners and develop into a well-rounded companion. He’ll benefit from consistent, reward-based training, fun activities, enrichment toys, and plenty of opportunities to use both his brain and body. Meet-and-greets with children and any resident dogs are required to make sure his enthusiasm is a good fit for everyone. His history with cats is unknown, so careful introductions and management would be important if cats are part of the household. With patience, structure, and a family ready to embrace the fun of raising a teenage shepherd, Tonka could be an amazing adventure buddy! Behavior and personality assessment is based on information provided by previous owner(s) and/or observations in a shelter environment and may not accurately reflect the pet’s behavior in your home.

IDGSR Welcomes TIZZY into the safety of the rescue!! THIS DOG IS FOSTERED IN TENNESSEE & AVAILABLE FOR TRANSPORT ************** Hiya Friends! My nam is Tizzy and I'm a beautiful 4yr old female Shepherd mix. I am located in Greeneville TN and will be available for transport. Quick Facts Age: 4yrs old Kids: would do fine with older kids (8+) Dogs: good with large dogs Cats: NO cats Training: needs standard obedience training 1. Before coming into the safety of IDGSR, I was used for breeding and then dumped at a shelter when I was no longer wanted. Discarded like trash. Thankfully this rescue saw me and busted me outta there! 2. I am a very sweet and affectionate girl. I love to be close to my foster mom to get as many pets as I can. I like to talk to you and let you know my feelings, don't worry, it's not obnoxious. 3. For a middle aged gal, I have some decent manners. I keep my kennel very clean and tidy, I'm house trained, I listen fairly well, I get along well with other large dogs, and I'm past the puppy nonsense. 4. I would love a person or family to take me on walks, hikes, or play zoomie tag in the backyard. I want to cuddle up either at your feet or on the couch and snuggle. I want to live the life I deserve! 5. If you are looking for a sweet, affectionate, resilient, loving, and wonderful new companion - I'm your girl! **SERIOUS APPLICANTS ONLY! If you are not 100% ready to adopt, please wait** ************** ***IMPORTANT ADOPTION INFORMATION*** -ALL dogs are fostered in TENNESSEE unless otherwise noted -We do transport dogs to the east coast; a transport fee will apply -All dogs are up-to-date on vaccinations, heart-worm testing, monthly preventatives, & are spayed or neutered -Puppies under 6-months of age will require a SPAY/NEUTER CONTRACT, a portion of the adoption fee will be refunded upon documentation of the spay/neuter -An application must be submitted before scheduling an appointment to meet a dog -Dogs are introduced to prospective adopters BY APPOINTMENT ONLY -Due to the high volume of emails we receive, first priority will be given to those with submitted applications -All rescue work is done by dedicated volunteers, please be respectful of their time -Not able to adopt? Consider FOSTERING one of our wonderful dogs! Adoption Application: https://www.idgsr.org/apply-to-adopt NOTE: Please remain on the application page until you receive notice your application has gone through. Thank you for considering adopting this wonderful dog! Donations help us care for all of the dogs in our program. Any donation is greatly appreciated and can be made here: https://www.idgsr.org/support-us