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We'll also keep you updated on Sidney - Super Star's adoption status with email updates.
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Sidney - Super Star

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Albany, NY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You won't find a more handsome, intelligent or silly boy than Sidney. He is about 3.5 years old and weighs 84 lbs. Sidney is a very intelligent fellow, he learns quicky and is anxious to please. He will do well with a job and/or a lot of stimulation, long walks and hikes. He will do well with an experienced dog person. Sidney loves meeting new people. He has done well with large dogs he has met, however he is would not be good with small dogs or cats. Sidney does show some barrier reactivity, however, when the barrier is removed (whether it is a crate, fence or car window) he shows absolutely no issues. Because Sidney likes a lot of activity, he will need a securely fenced yard (must be a physical fence, not an electric or invisible system) He is neutered, fully vaccinated, microchipped and on monthly treatment for flea/ticks and heartworm prevention Sidney is currently located in the Middle TN area but transport is included in the adoption fee for approved adopter If you are interested in Sidney, email anncox.newemail@aol.com for an application
We'll also keep you updated on CRUZ - Fostered Bangor, ME's adoption status with email updates.
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CRUZ - Fostered Bangor, ME

German Shepherd Dog Belgian Malinois

Male, Young
Albany - (location MAINE), NY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Cruz was saved from a high-kill shelter in Calfornia and arrived at Give a Dog a Home Rescue in Sebec, Maine on Wednesday 3rd August. We post our available dogs in states across the East Coast and Canada to reach as many people as possible in hopes of finding perfect homes and families. We do not transport dogs — families must come to the rescue in Sebec, Maine to meet and, hopefully, take home their new best friend. Health & Background &#226&#156&#133 Neutered &#226&#156&#133 Rabies and core vaccines up to date &#226&#156&#133 On monthly flea/tick preventatives &#226&#156&#133 Microchipped &#226&#154&#150&#239&#184&#143 Weight: 32 lbs (mid July) Estimated DoB: 13 February 2025 What Cruz Needs ‍&#226&#153&#128&#239&#184&#143 An active family that can meet his physical and mental exercise needs Mental stimulation and enrichment — structure, toys, puzzles, and engaging activities &#239&#184&#143 High-quality food and treats to keep him healthy and energized Regular veterinary wellness checks for preventive care and long-term health &#226&#157&#164&#239&#184&#143 Time to adjust and feel safe — patience to decompress and build trust   Adoption Details Adoption Fee: $550 Location: Sebec, Maine Families must complete and submit an adoption questionnaire. Once approved, you’ll be invited to schedule an appointment to meet Cruz. &#226&#143&#177&#239&#184&#143 Applications are generally processed within 24-48 hours Click here to complete the Adoption Questionnaire Want to See More of Cruz? Check out our Facebook Page ALBUMS, where we share hundreds of photos of all the dogs waiting for their forever families!Click here to watch a video of CRUZ - Fostered Bangor, ME.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.January 22, 2026, 7:44 am
We'll also keep you updated on SUNNY-Boy - Fostered in Newport, ME area's adoption status with email updates.
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SUNNY-Boy - Fostered in Newport, ME area

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Albany - (location MAINE), NY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Sunny and his siblings were saved from a high-kill shelter in Calfornia and arrived at Give a Dog a Home Rescue in Sebec, Maine on Wednesday 3rd August. We post our available dogs in states across the East Coast and Canada to reach as many people as possible in hopes of finding perfect homes and families. We do not transport dogs — families must come to the rescue in Sebec, Maine to meet and, hopefully, take home their new best friend. Health & Background &#226&#156&#133 Neutered &#226&#156&#133 Rabies and core vaccines up to date &#226&#156&#133 On monthly flea/tick preventatives &#226&#156&#133 Microchipped &#226&#154&#150&#239&#184&#143 Weight: 6 lbs (mid July) Estimated DoB:  23 May 2025 What Sunny Needs ‍&#226&#153&#128&#239&#184&#143 An active family that can meet his physical and mental exercise needs Mental stimulation and enrichment — structure, toys, puzzles, and engaging activities &#239&#184&#143 High-quality food and treats to keep him healthy and energized Regular veterinary wellness checks for preventive care and long-term health &#226&#157&#164&#239&#184&#143 Time to adjust and feel safe — patience to decompress and build trust   Adoption Details Adoption Fee: $550 Location: Sebec, Maine Families must complete and submit an adoption questionnaire. Once approved, you’ll be invited to schedule an appointment to meet Sunny. &#226&#143&#177&#239&#184&#143 Applications are generally processed within 24-48 hours Click here to complete the Adoption Questionnaire Want to See More of Sunny? Check out our Facebook Page ALBUMS, where we share hundreds of photos of all the dogs waiting for their forever families!Click here to watch a video of SUNNY-Boy - Fostered in Newport, ME area.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.January 24, 2026, 6:44 pm
We'll also keep you updated on RUSTY - Fostered in Southern Maine's adoption status with email updates.
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RUSTY - Fostered in Southern Maine

German Shepherd Dog Belgian Malinois

Male, Young
Albany - (location MAINE), NY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Rusty and his siblings were saved from a high-kill shelter in Calfornia and arrived at Give a Dog a Home Rescue in Sebec, Maine on Wednesday 3rd August. We post our available dogs in states across the East Coast and Canada to reach as many people as possible in hopes of finding perfect homes and families. We do not transport dogs — families must come to the rescue in Sebec, Maine to meet and, hopefully, take home their new best friend. Health & Background &#226&#156&#133 Neutered &#226&#156&#133 Rabies and core vaccines up to date &#226&#156&#133 On monthly flea/tick preventatives &#226&#156&#133 Microchipped &#226&#154&#150&#239&#184&#143 Weight: 6 lbs (mid July) Estimated DoB: 23 May 2025 What Rusty Needs ‍&#226&#153&#128&#239&#184&#143 An active family that can meet his physical and mental exercise needs Mental stimulation and enrichment — structure, toys, puzzles, and engaging activities &#239&#184&#143 High-quality food and treats to keep him healthy and energized Regular veterinary wellness checks for preventive care and long-term health &#226&#157&#164&#239&#184&#143 Time to adjust and feel safe — patience to decompress and build trust   Adoption Details Adoption Fee: $550 Location: Sebec, Maine Families must complete and submit an adoption questionnaire. Once approved, you’ll be invited to schedule an appointment to meet Rusty. &#226&#143&#177&#239&#184&#143 Applications are generally processed within 24-48 hours Click here to complete the Adoption Questionnaire Want to See More of Rusty? Check out our Facebook Page ALBUMS, where we share hundreds of photos of all the dogs waiting for their forever families!Click here to watch a video of RUSTY - Fostered in Southern Maine.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.January 24, 2026, 6:44 pm
We'll also keep you updated on SANDY - Fostered in Southern Maine's adoption status with email updates.
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SANDY - Fostered in Southern Maine

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young
Albany - (location MAINE), NY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Sandy and her siblings were saved from a high-kill shelter in Calfornia and arrived at Give a Dog a Home Rescue in Sebec, Maine on Wednesday 3rd August. We post our available dogs in states across the East Coast and Canada to reach as many people as possible in hopes of finding perfect homes and families. We do not transport dogs — families must come to the rescue in Sebec, Maine to meet and, hopefully, take home their new best friend. Health & Background &#226&#156&#133 Spayed &#226&#156&#133 Rabies and core vaccines up to date &#226&#156&#133 On monthly flea/tick preventatives &#226&#156&#133 Microchipped &#226&#154&#150&#239&#184&#143 Weight: 6 lbs (mid July) Estimated DoB: 23 May 2025 What SandyNeeds ‍&#226&#153&#128&#239&#184&#143 An active family that can meet her physical and mental exercise needs Mental stimulation and enrichment — structure, toys, puzzles, and engaging activities &#239&#184&#143 High-quality food and treats to keep her healthy and energized Regular veterinary wellness checks for preventive care and long-term health &#226&#157&#164&#239&#184&#143 Time to adjust and feel safe — patience to decompress and build trust   Adoption Details Adoption Fee: $550 Location: Sebec, Maine Families must complete and submit an adoption questionnaire. Once approved, you’ll be invited to schedule an appointment to meet Sandy. &#226&#143&#177&#239&#184&#143 Applications are generally processed within 24-48 hours Click here to complete the Adoption Questionnaire Want to See More of Sandy? Check out our Facebook Page ALBUMS, where we share hundreds of photos of all the dogs waiting for their forever families!Click here to watch a video of SANDY - Fostered in Southern Maine.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.January 24, 2026, 6:44 pm
We'll also keep you updated on SNOWBALL's adoption status with email updates.
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SNOWBALL

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Albany - (location MAINE), NY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Meet SNOWBALL! SNOWBALL was saved from a high-kill shelter in Texas and arrived safely at Give a Dog a Home Rescue in Sebec, Maine on August 3rd, 2024. We welcome adopters from across the East Coast and Canada — many of our families travel to meet their new best friend! Health & Background &#226&#156&#133 Neutered &#226&#156&#133 Rabies and core vaccines up to date &#226&#156&#133 Monthly preventatives &#226&#156&#133 Heartworm and tick tested negative &#226&#156&#133 Microchipped with 24PetWatch &#226&#154&#150&#239&#184&#143 Weighed approximately 60 pounds in early August Estimated date of birth: September 2023 Breed unknown — we encourage families to look at photos and videos to make their own assessment! SNOWBALL’s Personality Sweet, gentle, and sensitive boy Initially scared in the kennels, so he was brought to the house where he settled in beautifully with the senior dogs Ignores the cats — calm and respectful Excellent with other dogs — great with all sizes and ages Best friends with LUCY — they sleep together, play together, and have become each other’s emotional support A little skittish with sudden movements, but with time, builds strong trust — now comes up for affection and morning cuddles Nervous on the leash when alone, but walks with much more confidence when with LUCY Ideal home would be one that’s calm, loving, and active — providing plenty of physical and mental enrichment Snowball & LUCY — The Perfect Pair Lucy  and SNOWBALL have formed an inseparable bond They bring out the best in each other and we would love to see them adopted together by a family ready to continue nurturing their friendship and confidence What SNOWBALL Needs A family that understands the needs of a shy dog and will provide positive experiences, patience, and encouragement Mental and physical exercise — he’s still a young dog with energy to burn and curiosity to feed High-quality food, fun toys, and a loving routine Regular veterinary wellness care Adoption Details Adoption Fee: $350 Location: Sebec, Maine Complete and submit the adoption application Upon approval, schedule an appointment to visit the rescue and meet SNOWBALL (and hopefully LUCY too!) &#226&#143&#177&#239&#184&#143 Applications are typically processed within 1–2 days if references are reachable Click here to complete the Adoption Application   Want to See More of SNOWBALL? Be sure to check out our  Facebook photo albums  and  YouTube channel  for more pictures and videos of SNOWBALL and his best friend TANIA!  Click here to watch a video of SNOWBALL.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.January 13, 2026, 4:25 pm

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Rookie's Rescue, NY

Albany, NY 12235

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Give a Dog a Home Rescue - NY -(location MAINE)

Physical Location - Maine, (location MAINE), Albany - (location MAINE), NY 12202

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4.7 miles

Nala and Friends Dog Rescue ALBANY NY Transport

Albany, NY 12206

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7.5 miles

Lucky Tails Rescue - NY transport

1225 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203

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8.4 miles

Pitter Pat Junction - Albany, NY transport

Albany transport, NY 12205

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Rescue

15.8 miles

Arcadia Animal Rescue - NY, Greater Albany Area - Transport and Foster Homes

Schenectady, NY 12303

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Rescue

16.4 miles

Mountain Rottie Rescue

PO Box 350, Clifton Park, NY 12065

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Rescue

26.3 miles

Wharton County SPOT - New York transport

transport from Texas to NY, Pattersonville, NY 12137

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26.6 miles

Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA

125 Humane Society Road, Hudson, NY 12534

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31.7 miles

Pitter Pat Junction, Saratoga NY transport

Saratoga transport, NY 12866

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