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German Shepherd Dog puppies and dogs in Nova Scotia

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Below are our newest added German Shepherd Dogs available for adoption in Nova Scotia. To see more adoptable German Shepherd Dogs in Nova Scotia, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
We'll also keep you updated on Kane's adoption status with email updates.
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Kane

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 3 yrs 1 mo
St. Andrews, NS
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
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Story
Meet Kane! ??Kane is a handsome 3-year-old German Shepherd weighing in at 74lbs — and he’s as goofy as he is lovable! This boy has a fun, playful personality and loves to be part of the action.He can be a little strong on leash at first, but once he settles into his walk, he does great and enjoys every minute of it. Kane gets along well with other dogs, though cats are unknown. He’s also wonderful with children and very well-behaved in the home. If you’re looking for a loyal, fun-loving companion to share your days with, Kane might just be your guy!Apply today to meet Kane — he’s ready to find his forever home!Kane is up to date with age appropriate vaccines. He is neutered and has been treated for fleas and internal parasites. Kane is also microchipped.Apply to adopt at www.coastalk9.ca/adoptIf we already have your application, please email adopt@coastalk9.ca to express interest.Only selected applicants will be contacted for the next steps.?? Located in Antigonish County#RescueDog #AdoptDontShop #ForeverHomeNeeded #RescueLove
We'll also keep you updated on LISA's adoption status with email updates.
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LISA

German Shepherd Dog/Belgian Malinois

Female, Young
Halifax - (location MAINE), NS
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Lisa 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: 18 lbs (mid July) Estimated DoB: 23 March 2025 What Lisa Needs ‍&#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 Lisa. &#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 Lisa? 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 LISA.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.December 28, 2025, 8:23 am
We'll also keep you updated on RUSTY's adoption status with email updates.
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RUSTY

German Shepherd Dog/Belgian Malinois

Male, Young
Halifax - (location MAINE), NS
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
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.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.December 28, 2025, 8:23 am
We'll also keep you updated on RYDER's adoption status with email updates.
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RYDER

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young
Halifax - (location MAINE), NS
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Ryder 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 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: 35 lbs (mid July) Estimated DoB: 30 March 2025 What Ryder Needs ‍&#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 Ryder. &#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 RYDER? 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 RYDER.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.December 28, 2025, 8:23 am
We'll also keep you updated on WILLOW's adoption status with email updates.
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WILLOW

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young
Halifax - (location MAINE), NS
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Willow 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 Willow Needs ‍&#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 Willow. &#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 Willow? 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 WILLOW.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.December 28, 2025, 8:23 am
We'll also keep you updated on SANDY's adoption status with email updates.
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SANDY

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young
Halifax - (location MAINE), NS
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
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.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.December 28, 2025, 8:23 am

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

Physical Location - Maine, (location MAINE), Halifax - (location MAINE) , NS B3H 1C2

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Coastal K9 Rescue Society

1934 Marydale Road, St. Andrews , NS B0H 1X0

Pet Types: dogs

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