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German Shepherd Dog puppies and dogs in Ohio

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Roma

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Puppy
Aurora, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
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Due to unforeseen circumstances, I have to rehome my puppy. Roma is a very loyal and loving girl. She knows basic commands such as, sit, paw, sit pretty, and uses a bell to let you know if she needs to go outside. She is crate trained. She does bark and whine at times. She can be hesitant with new people. Men she is very wary of and needs patience and to come around in her time. Once she does, she’s loving just as with anyone else. Roma has such a playful personality and loves to spend time with her family. She gets SO excited when they come home. She can piddle at times when excited, but has gotten better with age. She would do better with larger breeds if there are other dogs in the home. Cats she is okay with, she just likes to follow them around. She needs some work with leash training, but has been catching on quick to what I, the owner, have taught her. She catches on quickly! She is a great dog and companion to anyone lucky to have her!
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Winston

German Shepherd Dog/Rottweiler

Male, 4 mos
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
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PLEASE NOTE! WE ARE A TEXAS BASED RESCUE. THIS DOG IS CURRENTLY IN TEXAS AND WILL BE TRANSPORTED TO YOUR STATE ONCE ADOPTED. Our app can be found at haydudeequine.org Hello there! My name is Winston, and I'm on the hunt for my forever family. I was born on March 15, 2025, and I'm growing into a handsome young pup with a big heart and an even bigger love for life. My favorite thing in the whole world? WATER! If there's a pool, pond, creek, lake, sprinkler, or kiddie pool nearby, count me in. I'll be the first one splashing around and having the time of my life. When I'm not busy practicing my swimming skills, I'm making friends. I love people, enjoy meeting new dogs, and am always excited to be part of the fun. Whether we're going for a walk, exploring somewhere new, or hanging out in the backyard, I'm happiest when I'm with my favorite humans. I'm a social, friendly guy who greets life with a wagging tail and an adventurous spirit. I have the perfect combination of playful puppy energy and sweet companionship, making me an excellent sidekick for whatever adventures come our way. If you're looking for a loyal best friend who loves everyone he meets, never turns down a chance to play in the water, and is ready to make memories with you for years to come, I think we might be a perfect match. Come meet me—I can't wait to make a splash in your life! Love, Winston 🐾
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Ingrid

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young
Lisbon, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
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**WE ARE CURRENTLY DOING ADOPTIONS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. YOU MUST CALL TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING. PLEASE LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO REACH US. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE AND UNDERSTANDING.- CCDP STAFF** Hi there. My name is Ingrid. I'm about 1 1/2 years old and I weigh about 60 lbs currently. I'm quite a bit on the thin side still, but I am putting on weigh. I was found as a stray in the Elkton area and was on the run for at least a week. I was very scared of everyone while I was on the run and I didn't trust a soul! One very dedicated soul spent a lot of time and was finally able to catch me and bring me to safety here at the pound. I am a VERY sweet girl, but also very much a young shepherd and I definitely need a patient family that is savvy with Shepherds or other working breeds. True to my breed, I am extremely intelligent and I already know some basic commands (sit, lay, shake "hands"). Although someone has put time into working with me, I could definitely use work on basic manners like not getting excited and running to jump on you full blast when I'm excited... or play too rough with my chompy chompers for instance. I have done well around all of the other dogs I've met here at the pound. I appear to have been a house dog and I try hard to keep my kennel clean at night, though I do have occasional accidents. If you're looking for a sweet dog to add to your family, please consider adopting me. Our adoption fee is $152. We accept cash, check or credit/ debit cards for adoption fees. If you pay using a credit or debit card, a convenience fee of 2.39% will also be applied. If paying by check, you will need 2. One Check will be for the dog license, and one will be for your dog's adoption fee, which includes heartworm testing (for dogs 6 months of age old and older), parvo/distemper vaccine, rabies vaccine, bordetella vaccine, 3 days of panacur de-wormer, spay or neuter surgery, microchip, and a current Ohio dog license. We DO offer foster to adopt. (We will NOT accept cash for foster to adopt). We highly recommend you do a foster to adopt with your new dog if you are not 100% sure your new dog is going to work out in your home. Foster to adopt gives you a couple of weeks with the dog to make sure they are a good fit with your family before your payment is processed and the adoption is finalized. ALL DOGS/PUPPIES WILL BE SPAYED OR NEUTERED unless a health issue prohibits the surgery from being performed. Not all dogs posted for adoption are spayed/ neutered yet. If you're driving a long distance to adopt, please verify that the vetting process has been completed and dog you're interested in adopting is still available for adoption. The above mentioned vetting is all included in your adoption fee. The adoption fee and what is included in the adoption fee is NON-NEGOTIABLE. Adoptions MUST be done at the pound and in person as there is paperwork to fill out and an adoption contract that must be signed by the adopter. This means you must be willing to travel to our shelter to adopt. If the dog you're interested in adopting has medical conditions or injuries which require medical treatment, we ask that you help with the medical bills, in addition to their adoption fee if possible so we can continue to help the dogs coming in who need additional vet care. We are a county run shelter, therefore we cannot control our intake or the health or behavior of the dogs that come in to our shelter. Although we try our hardest to place all of our adoptable dogs, there are certain circumstances in which any dog in our care could be euthanized at any time and without further notice (IE: sudden untreatable medical condition or injury, temperament or behavioral problems which may not be apparent when the dog first arrives, etc.), therefore all dogs at our shelter should be considered urgent. We try our absolute hardest to never have to euthanize for space and have not had to do so for many years thanks to the ongoing support from the public and high adoption rates. Please remember; the adoption of a more highly adoptable dog will mean more time for the less adoptable dog in the kennel next to him! Shelter hours are Monday-Friday: 8 am- 4 pm. Saturday, Sunday and holidays: 8 am - 12 pm. Adoptions are always welcome any day of the week/ weekend and on holidays. We are here everyday to care for the dogs and the best way to make our day is to see our dogs go to loving families. There is nobody in the office on Saturday, Sunday or holidays, so therefore, we are unable to answer or return phone calls over the weekend. We are only staffed to take care of the dogs and do adoptions over the weekends/ on holidays. Can't adopt a dog? We would love to have more volunteers who are able to spend time with our dogs! The dogs LOVE going for walks and the socialization and exercise helps make the dogs more adoptable. Contact information: 8455 County Home Road Lisbon, OH 44432 (330)424-6663 Email: hwallace@ccclerk.org or jgordon@ccclerk.org
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Magnum JuM

German Shepherd Dog/Great Pyrenees

Male, 4 yrs 2 mos
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
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Meet Mr Magnum!! He's just pretty awesome. After having such a horrible start with a chain collar that had to be surgically removed after growing into his neck he has literally blossomed into an awesome boy. He's gentle, loves hugs and attention does well with dogs and will be a perfect fit for any home Magnum is a big boy, GSD and Pyr?? He has the sweet temperament of a pyr and the markings of a GSD. Can't get away from the hair :) Magnum is waiting for his furever family!! Local adoption fee is $300 (in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $550 (includes transport to your area)
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61159337

German Shepherd Dog/Husky

Female, 2 yrs
Xenia, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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61159352

German Shepherd Dog/Husky

Female, Adult
Xenia, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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German Shepherd Dog shelters & rescues in Ohio

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

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Cleveland Animal Protective League

1729 Willey Avenue, Cleveland , OH 44113

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

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Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter

9500 Sweet Valley Drive, Valley View , OH 44125

Pet Types: dogs

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Cleveland Animal Care & Control

9203 Detroit Ave, Cleveland , OH 44102

Pet Types: dogs

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Humane Society of Summit County

7996 Darrow Road, Suite 30, Twinsburg , OH 44087

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Love-A-Stray Dog Division

Avon Lake , OH 44012

Pet Types: dogs

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R.E.A.L Rottweiler Rescue

Avon , OH 44011

Pet Types: dogs

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Buckeye's Mission

4866 Center Rd, Brunswick , OH 44212

Pet Types: dogs

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A Road Home

Southington , OH 44470

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

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Rose's Rescue

PO Box 33, Rootstown , OH 44272

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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