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These German Shepherd Dogs are available in Shelby, North Carolina.
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*ROOK

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Shelby, NC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Tizzy

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Senior
Shelby, NC
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Owner (my mother) has gone into Hospice care. Tizzy lives with one cat who is her BFF! Not sure how old she is, but around 10. Not a very active dog. Stays inside. Needs someone who is a companion. Just wants loving and short visits outside.

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These German Shepherd Dogs are available for adoption close to Shelby, North Carolina.
We'll also keep you updated on *ROOK's adoption status with email updates.
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*ROOK

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Shelby, NC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Noelle

German Shepherd Dog Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Puppy
Blacksburg, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
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Meet Ember! Age: est 9 weeks, est birthdate 10/03/25. Breed: mom was a german shepherd, dad is suspected to be a scruffy terrier mix from the neighborhood. Size: est 7lbs currently, we estimate 55-60lbs when full grown.  Training: we are working on crate training, and they are catching on. They are just pups and will need continued guidance, training, and socialization. Good with dogs/cats? yes, they love everyone! :) Good with men/women/kids? Yes. Personality: friendly, affectionate, and playful. Reason for rescue: accidental litter.  The pups are microchipped, and current on age appropriate vaccinations, and preventatives. They will be required to be spayed before 6 months of age.  If you are interested in adding one of these sweet pups to your family, please message for an adoption application. Adoption fee: $200.December 1, 2025, 3:00 pm

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Mahogany

German Shepherd Dog Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Puppy
Blacksburg, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
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*Available for Adoption beginning 12/6* Meet Mahogany! Age: almost 9 weeks, est birthdate 10/03/25. Breed: mom was a german shepherd, dad is suspected to be a scruffy terrier mix from the neighborhood. Size: est 7lbs currently, we estimate 55-60lbs when full grown. Training: we are working on crate training, and they are catching on. They are just pups and will need continued guidance, training, and socialization. Good with dogs/cats? yes, they love everyone! :) Good with men/women/kids? Yes. Personality: friendly, affectionate, and playful. Reason for rescue: owner surrender - accidental litter. The pups are microchipped, and current on age appropriate vaccinations, and preventatives. They will be required to be spayed before 6 months of age. If you are interested in adding one of these sweet pups to your family, please message for an adoption application. Adoption fee: $200.December 7, 2025, 6:46 pm

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Rudolph

German Shepherd Dog Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Puppy
Blacksburg, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
*Available for Adoption beginning 12/6* Meet Rudolph! Age: almost 9 weeks, est birthdate 10/03/25. Breed: mom was a german shepherd, dad is suspected to be a scruffy terrier mix from the neighborhood. Size: est 7lbs currently, we estimate 55-60lbs when full grown. Training: we are working on crate training, and they are catching on. They are just pups and will need continued guidance, training, and socialization. Good with dogs/cats? yes, they love everyone! :) Good with men/women/kids? Yes. Personality: friendly, affectionate, and playful. Reason for rescue: owner surrender - accidental litter. The pups are microchipped, and current on age appropriate vaccinations, and preventatives. They will be required to be spayed before 6 months of age. If you are interested in adding one of these sweet pups to your family, please message for an adoption application. Adoption fee: $200.December 1, 2025, 3:00 pm

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Theo

German Shepherd Dog Border Collie

Male, Young
Blacksburg, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
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Meet Theo! Age: est 10 months. Breed: shepherd/border collie mix. Size: approx 35lbs, we believe he will be about 45ish lbs when full grown. Training: crate trained, working on leash and house training. Good with dogs/cats? Yes to both. Good with men/women/kids? Yes. Personality: friendly, affectionate, and playful. Reason for rescue: dumped on a dirt road with his siblings. He is neutered, microchipped, heartworm negative, and current vaccinations and preventatives. If you are interested in adding this sweet baby to your family, please message for an adoption application. Adoption fee: $75.September 28, 2025, 7:06 pm

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Oakley

German Shepherd Dog Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Puppy
Blacksburg, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
*Available for Adoption beginning 12/6* Meet Oakley! Age: almost 9 weeks, est birthdate 10/03/25. Breed: mom was a german shepherd, dad is suspected to be a scruffy terrier mix from the neighborhood. Size: est 7lbs currently, we estimate 55-60lbs when full grown. Training: we are working on crate training, and they are catching on. They are just pups and will need continued guidance, training, and socialization. Good with dogs/cats? yes, they love everyone! :) Good with men/women/kids? Yes. Personality: friendly, affectionate, and playful. Reason for rescue: owner surrender - accidental litter. The pups are microchipped, and current on age appropriate vaccinations, and preventatives. They will be required to be spayed before 6 months of age. If you are interested in adding one of these sweet pups to your family, please message for an adoption application. Adoption fee: $200.December 1, 2025, 3:00 pm

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German Shepherd Dog shelters & rescues in Shelby, North Carolina

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for German Shepherd Dog puppies in Shelby, North Carolina. Browse these German Shepherd Dog rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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3.5 miles

Cleveland County Animal Services

1601 Airport Rd, Shelby, NC 28150

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

9.9 miles

Mercy Rescue Haven

Blacksburg, SC 29702

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

18 miles

Gaston County Animal Care and Enforcement

1491 Business Park Court, Gastonia, NC 28052

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

23.4 miles

Jesse's Place Rescue, Inc

Lake Wylie, SC 29710

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

24.8 miles

Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue

380 US HWY 221 N, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

24.8 miles

Rutherford County Humane Society - Rutherfordton, NC

P.O. Box 998, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

26 miles

Operation C.A.R.E. - Carolina Animal Rescue Effort

2756 Dr. Nichols Rd, York, SC 29745

Pet Types: cats, dogs, horses, rabbits, small animals

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Shelter

28.9 miles

Spartanburg Humane Society

150 Dexter Road, Spartanburg, SC 29303

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Shelter

35.5 miles

Foothills Humane Society

989 Little Mountain Road, Columbus, NC 28722

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

36.1 miles

Charlotte Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control

8315 Byrum Dr, Charlotte, NC 28217

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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