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German Shepherd Dog puppies and dogs in Van Wert, Ohio

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Sting

German Shepherd Dog Cattle Dog

Male, 2 yrs 5 mos
Van Wert, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sting was given to a friend but they found out he doesnt like cats. He loves kids and being with people. He seems to enjoy the company of some dogs. He will need brushed to maintain his coat. Belly rubs are a must and he would like his furever people not leave him alone for long periods of time. He is still learning how to be on a leash. He is learning to play fetch. He knows sit... for a treat.**Please fill out an application found on our website under "adopt a pet" and send it in to start adoption process.**All Dog Adoption Fee's are $175 Cats are $100Includes initial Vaccinations, De-Worming, Flea Meds, Heartworm Testing, & Spay/Neuter

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Sting

German Shepherd Dog Cattle Dog

Male, 2 yrs 5 mos
Van Wert, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sting was given to a friend but they found out he doesnt like cats. He loves kids and being with people. He seems to enjoy the company of some dogs. He will need brushed to maintain his coat. Belly rubs are a must and he would like his furever people not leave him alone for long periods of time. He is still learning how to be on a leash. He is learning to play fetch. He knows sit... for a treat.**Please fill out an application found on our website under "adopt a pet" and send it in to start adoption process.**All Dog Adoption Fee's are $175 Cats are $100Includes initial Vaccinations, De-Worming, Flea Meds, Heartworm Testing, & Spay/Neuter
We'll also keep you updated on Stitch's adoption status with email updates.
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Stitch

German Shepherd Dog Australian Shepherd

Male, 1 yr
Decatur, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
🌴STITCH🌴“Ohana means family. Family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten.”🐚Stitch is an adorable and handsome 9 month old German Shepherd mix puppy. He and his sister were dumped out in the country. We couldn’t leave them behind so they were trapped and brought into rescue. 🐚Stitch knows no stranger. He is so friendly and everyone is his friend. He greets people with a wigglebut and seeks attention/affection. He loves his chest being scratched!🐚Stitch loves other dogs and enjoys playing with them, big or small. We see no reason why he would have any issues with cats. He is good with kids and all people as long as they go slow until he gets to know them. Stitch is walking well on a leash although sometimes, he likes to plop down to take a break. He also loves water and enjoys laying in kiddie pools to cool off! 🐚 Stitch is crate trained and mostly potty trained. He is still a puppy so taking him out on a consistent schedule is key. 🐚 He has been neutered, microchipped, heartworm tested negative, fully vaccinated for rabies, distemper/parvo/lepto and bordatella, wormed and started on heartworm prevention. If you are interested in being Stitch’s “Ohana”, please visit our website at www.pawsofadamscounty.com and submit an adoption application for this sweet goofy boy!When applying, please answer each question completely and honestly. Only complete applications will be considered. Thank you for considering adopting!https://www.pawsofadamscounty.com/adoption-foster-appFeel free to message us for more details!www.pawsofadamscounty.com
We'll also keep you updated on Lilo's adoption status with email updates.
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Lilo

German Shepherd Dog Australian Shepherd

Female, 1 yr
Decatur, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
🌺LILO🌺“Ohana means family. Family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten.”🌴Lilo is an adorable 9 month old German Shepherd mix puppy. Her and her brother were dumped out in the country. We couldn’t leave them behind so they were trapped and brought into rescue. 🌴While shy at first, Lilo now absolutely loves attention/affection. Feeding time is her favorite! She squeals in excitement and her body wiggles so fast.🌴Lilo loves other dogs of all sizes and is good with cats, kids and all people. Lilo is not always the best at walking on leash but she makes progress every day! 🌴She has been spayed, microchipped, heartworm tested negative, fully vaccinated for rabies, distemper/parvo/lepto and bordatella, wormed and started on heartworm prevention. If you are interested in adopting Lilo please visit our website at www.pawsofadamscounty.com and submit an adoption application. When applying, please answer each question completely and honestly. Only complete applications will be considered. Thank you for considering adopting!https://www.pawsofadamscounty.com/adoption-foster-appFeel free to message us for more details!www.pawsofadamscounty.com
We'll also keep you updated on Diesel's adoption status with email updates.
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Diesel

German Shepherd Dog Labrador Retriever

Male, 1 yr
Defiance, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This handsome boy is Diesel!Diesel is still very new to FDHS and is taking some time to decompress, so he can be a little nervous at first. He warms up quickly with a calm voice, gentle encouragement, and especially some yummy treats. Diesel has pleasantly surprised us with his leash manners, though he can be easily startled and may pull when he’s spooked. He has done well spending time in a securely fenced area where he can feel safe and explore at his own pace.Diesel is a young German Shepherd mix who recently came to FDHS after his previous family could no longer care for him. He came from a busy, multi-dog household, and with several other intact dogs in the home, things could sometimes feel overwhelming. Because of this, Diesel would do best in a home that can provide structure, clear boundaries, and careful introductions with any canine companions so he can feel secure and confident.Overall, Diesel has been friendly with our staff and easy to handle. As with any new dog, we recommend slow introductions to all household members. While we do not know if he has lived with young children or cats, with proper introductions we believe he has the potential to do well in many types of homes.As a German Shepherd mix, Diesel is a working dog at heart who needs both mental and physical enrichment. He enjoys being active, learning, and spending time with his people. An active household, especially one with Shepherd experience, would be an excellent match for this smart, sensitive boy.
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Aerith

German Shepherd Dog Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, Young
Fort Wayne, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We got her in April of last year (2024). We have a sibling with terrible eczema who has been suffering in silence. Shes a great dog. Were sad to see her go but its for the best.
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Arlo

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Fort Wayne, IN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Arlo just turned two years old in December 2025. He has lived with our family since a few weeks of age but due to family changes and financial hardship we can no longer care for him. He lives with another dog similar in age and size and two young kids. He does not seem to like cats. He has a very relaxed demeanor and is well behaved. He knows basic commands and will walk on a leash. He is fully potty trained, neutered, up to date on all vaccinations and flea preventative every month. Recommend having him meet any other dogs in the home or being the only dog. He is currently around 68 lbs. Any further questions please reach out.

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German Shepherd Dog shelters & rescues in Van Wert, Ohio

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Van Wert County Humane Society

550 Fox Road, Van Wert, OH 45891

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17.9 miles

PAWS of Adams County, IN

P.O. Box 482, Decatur, IN 46733

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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32.6 miles

Fort Defiance Humane Society

7169 State Route 15, Defiance, OH 43512

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37 miles

Jay County Humane Society

1376 West Votaw, Portland, IN 47371

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42.4 miles

Dekalb Humane Society, Inc

5730 COUNTY ROAD 11A, AUBURN, IN 46706

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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45 miles

Canine Haven Rescue, Inc

WATERLOO, IN 46793

Pet Types: dogs

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49.2 miles

Blackford County Animal Shelter

2520 N. 200 E., Hartford City, IN 47348

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49.2 miles

Fulton County Humane Society

22450 Co Rd F, Archbold, OH 43502

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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49.6 miles

Humane Society of Whitley County

951 S Line St, Columbia City, IN 46725

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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