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German Shepherd Dog puppies and dogs in Vermilion, Ohio

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DODGER

German Shepherd Dog Collie

Male, Young
Amherst, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Dodger. He was saved from an overcrowded shelter where he was at risk of euthanasia. He is now fully vetted, neutered and all vaccines. Dodger did test positive for Ehrlichia before he came to us and was put on a regimen of doxycycline. He should need no further treatment and has no symptoms. He loves to play with other dogs and would benefit from another dog in the household. Probably not a good candidate for a home with cats. He is a friendly guy but young children may not be a good fit due to his exuberance .  I do prefer a fenced yard for Dodger so he can play and burn off energy. His foster dad has been working on commands with him and Dodger is a quick learner and doing great. He has mastered many commands. He is a smart leaner and wants to please. He will heed a caregiver willing to exercise him. His foster family has told us that he loves to swim in their pond.  His adoption fee is $200. If interested in Dodger, please email hartmanshounds@gmail.com.September 26, 2026, 12:08 am
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SCOOTER

Australian Shepherd German Shepherd Dog

Male, Adult
Amherst, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Scooter. Rescued from a shelter in southern OH after his people surrendered him. Thus is a great dog and will make an awesome companion to an active family willing to exercise him. Scooter would love a canine companion, one that likes to play would be a bonus. He should go to a cat free home. He has been very friendly with everyone he has met but has kittens been around children since with us. His temperament seems good so older respectful children should fine.  He rides like a dream in the car. A fenced yard is preferred. Scooter is house trained and crate trained. He is neutered and all his vetting is up to date. Scooter’s adoption fee is $225. If interested in Scooter, please email hartmanshounds@gmail.com.September 26, 2026, 12:08 am

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DODGER

German Shepherd Dog Collie

Male, Young
Amherst, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Dodger. He was saved from an overcrowded shelter where he was at risk of euthanasia. He is now fully vetted, neutered and all vaccines. Dodger did test positive for Ehrlichia before he came to us and was put on a regimen of doxycycline. He should need no further treatment and has no symptoms. He loves to play with other dogs and would benefit from another dog in the household. Probably not a good candidate for a home with cats. He is a friendly guy but young children may not be a good fit due to his exuberance .  I do prefer a fenced yard for Dodger so he can play and burn off energy. His foster dad has been working on commands with him and Dodger is a quick learner and doing great. He has mastered many commands. He is a smart leaner and wants to please. He will heed a caregiver willing to exercise him. His foster family has told us that he loves to swim in their pond.  His adoption fee is $200. If interested in Dodger, please email hartmanshounds@gmail.com.September 26, 2026, 12:08 am
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Zoey

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Senior
Elyria, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This pretty girl needs a new home thru no fault of her own. She is older around 12 and the home she has is a little too busy for her. She is housebroken and a very good girl. Just needs a laid back home
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Hagrid

German Shepherd Dog Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 4 yrs
Columbia Station, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Hagrid! 🐾 If you’re looking for a workout buddy, Hagrid is your guy! This adult German Shepherd mix enjoys going for walks and would love an active family to keep up with him. He’s still working on his leash manners, so he’ll need someone who is patient and willing to help him learn. Hagrid is also learning his basic commands and will benefit from continued training, encouragement, and plenty of positive reinforcement. One thing he already knows for sure? He LOVES attention! This handsome guy is always happy to soak up all the love you’re willing to give. With a little patience and guidance, Hagrid could make a wonderful companion for someone looking for an active, affectionate dog. The shelter is open Tuesday through Friday from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM, and on Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. A meet-and-greet is required for all shelter dogs if you already have a dog. Thank you for considering the adoption of a shelter animal in need!
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Wren

German Shepherd Dog Australian Cattle Dog

Female, Adult
Avon, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
Hi, I’m Wren. 🤍 Before anyone knew my name, I was just another little dog trying to survive. I wasn’t alone, though. I had my best friend, Winnie. 🥹 We did everything together. We searched for food together, slept curled up beside each other when the nights were cold, and faced a world that wasn’t always kind. She was my family. As long as I had her, I felt brave enough to keep going. Then everything changed. 💔 Kind people found us and fought so hard to save her. Winnie finally got to know what it felt like to have a warm bed, a full belly, and people who loved her. She had six beautiful days of being someone’s dog. It wasn’t enough. I never got to tell her goodbye. One day she was beside me, and the next I was alone. I ended up at the shelter, scared and confused, listening to barking dogs and wondering why the only friend I’d ever known wasn’t coming back. I didn’t understand any of it. I just kept waiting. 😔 Then someone looked at me and decided my story wasn’t end there, too. The same rescue that saved Winnie. They named me Wren. 🥹 I like to think maybe Winnie left a little piece of her courage behind for me because, even though I’m still shy, I’m trying so hard. 🥹 The truth is, I’m not the dog who’s going to race across the room and jump into your arms. I wish I could be. I just need a little time to believe that I’m finally safe. At first, I’ll probably watch you from across the room. I’ll quietly learn your routine and listen to your voice. Then one day, you’ll notice I’m following you into the kitchen. The next day, I’ll choose to nap nearby. Before long, you’ll catch me looking at you with my whole heart, and you’ll realize you’ve earned something incredibly special. My trust. I don’t get snappy when I’m scared. I don’t lash out. If something feels overwhelming, I simply step away and wait until I feel safe again. After spending so much of my life surviving, I’m still learning that love doesn’t disappear overnight. The good news is I’m already house trained, crate trained, and I walk nicely on a leash. I also happen to think treats are pretty wonderful, so I’m always happy to learn when snacks are involved. 😋 I love other dogs, too. They make the world feel a little less scary, and I’d be so happy to have a confident canine friend to help show me that everything is going to be okay. More than anything, I’m looking for someone patient. Someone who understands that healing isn’t measured by giant moments, but by tiny victories. A wag that wasn’t there yesterday. A gentle nudge of my nose. Choosing to sit beside you because I’ve finally realized you’re home. I survived life on the streets. I survived losing the only family I had. Now I’m ready for something I’ve never really had before. A family that’s forever. 😊 If you choose me, I can’t promise to love you loudly right away. But I can promise that when my heart finally belongs to you, it will be the quietest, deepest, most grateful kind of love you’ve ever known. Maybe Winnie was always meant to save me. 🥹 Maybe her story is the reason mine gets to have a happy ending. Love, Wren 🤍 https://www.realrottweilerrescue.com/dogs/wren-vnnf
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Millie

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young
Shelby, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
🐾 3-Year-Old Purebred Female German Shepherd — Looking for the Right Home 🐾 This is incredibly hard to post, but we’re looking for the right home for our sweet girl. A loving home is a MUST. ❤️ She’s a 3-year-old purebred German Shepherd who is affectionate, playful, goofy, energetic, and loyal. She loves running, playing, exploring, and snuggling indoors. She’s sweet with people, loves her family, and has done well around our small farm animals. She can be dominant with other dogs, so she needs a home with no other dogs or a calm, non-dominant dog. Slow introductions and a meet-and-greet are required. She lives with a cat and has never hurt him, but careful introductions, supervision, and a safe space for the cat are necessary. She knows an invisible fence/e-collar system and would thrive with secure outdoor space, acreage, exercise, structure, training, and companionship. Due to our schedule, we feel she deserves a home with more time, patience, space, and experience.
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Wallace

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Adult
Burbank transport, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.August 19, 2026, 10:59 pm

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12.8 miles

Hartman's Hounds

Amherst, OH 44001

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18.2 miles

Cosmo's Buddies

Elyria, OH 44035

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25 miles

Berea Animal Rescue Fund

10015 East River Road, Columbia Station, OH 44028

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25.3 miles

R.E.A.L Rottweiler Rescue

Avon, OH 44011

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28.4 miles

Pitter Pat Junction, OH transport

Burbank transport, OH 44214

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28.7 miles

A New Leash on Life Rescue

North Olmsted, OH 44070

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30.1 miles

Medina County SPCA

8790 Guilford Road, Seville, OH 44273

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

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33.1 miles

Richland County Dog Warden's Office & Shelter/Adoption Center

810 N. Home Rd., Mansfield, OH 44906

Pet Types: dogs

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37.4 miles

Save Ohio Strays

P.O. Box 16, Wadsworth, OH 44282

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37.8 miles

Nickens Family Rescue & Sanctuary

Fremont, OH 43420

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