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These German Shepherd Dogs are available in Charlottesville, Virginia.
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Bruno

German Shepherd Dog Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 6 yrs 7 mos
Charlottesville, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Bruno is a soft-hearted sweetheart. This shy guy is a certified shadow dog, quietly following you from room to room like your gentle, four-legged sidekick. He may not be the life of the party (yet), but he's working hard on building confidence and learning that the world isn’t such a scary place. Bruno recently spent time in a foster home where he made leaps and bounds. Once he trusts you, you’ll have a loyal companion who finds comfort just being by your side and asking for head pets. This boy loves going on hikes in the woods and is house trained! If you're patient, gentle, and looking for a quiet friend to love, Bruno is ready to follow you home—at a hopeful trot. 💛🐾 Bruno is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on all of his vaccinations. Reach out to CASPCA between the hours of 12 and 6 PM daily to set up a meeting! If you have any additional questions, please email adoptions@caspca.org.

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Jet

German Shepherd Dog German Shepherd Dog

Male, 2 yrs 11 mos
Charlottesville, VA
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(when grown) -
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Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Jet! ✈️ This handsome guy is a 2–3-year-old German Shepherd mix who came into our program after a very unfortunate situation. Jet was part of a hoarding case over the summer — but lucky for him, he found his way to DDBBR and is now loving life in his foster home! You’d never guess that Jet spent most of his young life trapped in an outdoor kennel with no door — no way in or out. His personality couldn’t be more different from the life he came from. Jet is outgoing, goofy, and incredibly friendly. He loves meeting people and other dogs — playing, romping, and soaking up all the attention. Jet has attended adoption events and is always polite and social. He’s a total pro at public outings and even rides in the sidecar of his foster’s motorcycle — talk about a cool dog! One of our favorite things about Jet? His ears! They go every which way and give him the funniest, most endearing expressions. As much as Jet loves his foster home, it’s time for him to find his forever home. If you’re looking for a loyal, fun-loving, and adventurous companion, Jet might just be your guy! Apply here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DDBB/Dog to learn more about Jet!

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Gunner

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 3 yrs 6 mos
Charlottesville, VA
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(when grown) -
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Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Gunner! 🐾 Gunner is an incredibly sweet, gentle soul who may be a bit shy when you first meet him—but don’t worry, that quickly gives way to his natural curiosity and charm. Once he’s comfortable, his personality really shines! According to his foster family, Gunner is wonderfully easygoing and confident in the world around him. He’s not bothered by passing cars or new people and stays calmly aware of his surroundings in a relaxed, thoughtful way. Such a good boy! Gunner is still adjusting to home life and has had a little trouble sleeping through the night, but we’re confident this will improve as he settles into a stable, loving forever home. He does well with other dogs and hasn’t been cat-tested yet. If you’re looking for a sweet, chill companion who just needs a little time to blossom, Gunner might be your perfect match. 💙🐶

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Bruno

German Shepherd Dog Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 6 yrs 7 mos
Charlottesville, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Bruno is a soft-hearted sweetheart. This shy guy is a certified shadow dog, quietly following you from room to room like your gentle, four-legged sidekick. He may not be the life of the party (yet), but he's working hard on building confidence and learning that the world isn’t such a scary place. Bruno recently spent time in a foster home where he made leaps and bounds. Once he trusts you, you’ll have a loyal companion who finds comfort just being by your side and asking for head pets. This boy loves going on hikes in the woods and is house trained! If you're patient, gentle, and looking for a quiet friend to love, Bruno is ready to follow you home—at a hopeful trot. 💛🐾 Bruno is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on all of his vaccinations. Reach out to CASPCA between the hours of 12 and 6 PM daily to set up a meeting! If you have any additional questions, please email adoptions@caspca.org.

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Jet

German Shepherd Dog German Shepherd Dog

Male, 2 yrs 11 mos
Charlottesville, VA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Jet! ✈️ This handsome guy is a 2–3-year-old German Shepherd mix who came into our program after a very unfortunate situation. Jet was part of a hoarding case over the summer — but lucky for him, he found his way to DDBBR and is now loving life in his foster home! You’d never guess that Jet spent most of his young life trapped in an outdoor kennel with no door — no way in or out. His personality couldn’t be more different from the life he came from. Jet is outgoing, goofy, and incredibly friendly. He loves meeting people and other dogs — playing, romping, and soaking up all the attention. Jet has attended adoption events and is always polite and social. He’s a total pro at public outings and even rides in the sidecar of his foster’s motorcycle — talk about a cool dog! One of our favorite things about Jet? His ears! They go every which way and give him the funniest, most endearing expressions. As much as Jet loves his foster home, it’s time for him to find his forever home. If you’re looking for a loyal, fun-loving, and adventurous companion, Jet might just be your guy! Apply here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DDBB/Dog to learn more about Jet!

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Gunner

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 3 yrs 6 mos
Charlottesville, VA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Gunner! 🐾 Gunner is an incredibly sweet, gentle soul who may be a bit shy when you first meet him—but don’t worry, that quickly gives way to his natural curiosity and charm. Once he’s comfortable, his personality really shines! According to his foster family, Gunner is wonderfully easygoing and confident in the world around him. He’s not bothered by passing cars or new people and stays calmly aware of his surroundings in a relaxed, thoughtful way. Such a good boy! Gunner is still adjusting to home life and has had a little trouble sleeping through the night, but we’re confident this will improve as he settles into a stable, loving forever home. He does well with other dogs and hasn’t been cat-tested yet. If you’re looking for a sweet, chill companion who just needs a little time to blossom, Gunner might be your perfect match. 💙🐶

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Oso

German Shepherd Dog Chow Chow

Male, 6 yrs 10 mos
Lyndhurst, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
'Tis the season for cuddling up and OSO would be the perfect guy to snuggle up with! He's a German Shepherd/Chow mix who's approaching senior at about 6.5 y/o. He's pretty easy going most of the time and seems enjoy doing his own thing. He LOVES car rides and squeaky toys! While he did pretty well at an adoption event recently with other dogs, he might prefer to go solo in his future home, but meet & greets are always encouraged! He definitely seemed to prefer small pups to larger ones. He was good with kids 8+, but we don't recommend a household with kitties. He kinda just wants to amble around, go for some chill walkies and get pets! Take OSO home for PAW-LIDAYS! updated 12/13/25

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Maximus

German Shepherd Dog Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 2 yrs 6 mos
Lyndhurst, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Maximus is a BIG GSD - possibly a mix, but those floppy ears are recessive even in purebreds! He's a silly boy who will velcro to your side. He doesn't present well in the kennels as he decidedly does NOT appreciate being cooped up, but once you get him out, Maximus is an affectionate goober looking for love! During the recent snow storm, Maximus went into a temporary foster where we found out that he gets along with other dogs (even small ones) and CATS!! We think he'd be good with kids, as he has a sweet, nurturing personality. Come visit MAXIMUS at the shelter! updated 01/28/26

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Shadow

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
Shipman, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
✨ Meet Shadow ✨ Shadow is a 2-year-old German Shepherd mix who’s quickly stolen the hearts of everyone he meets! He’s a loving, playful, and social guy who makes friends easily and is always up for some fun. Sadly, Shadow’s had a couple of rough starts and has been let down twice before by inexperienced owners. But since coming into foster care, we’ve learned just how wonderful he really is. He’s active, energetic, and eager to please — the kind of dog who thrives with someone who understands the shepherd spirit. Anyone with breed experience will find him an easy, joyful companion. Shadow isn’t a fan of cats (he thinks they’re for chasing!) and would do best in a home without them, and small dogs are a no go as well. He much prefers the company of female dogs if he had to choose. Now, Shadow’s ready for his next adventure — and this time, it needs to be forever. If you think you might be his person, please fill out an adoption application to meet this amazing boy. ❤️

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Willy

Belgian Malinois Husky

Male, Young
Charlottesville, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Willy is a goofy 3 y.o. boy who needs an owner experienced with training and socializing dogs, best with someone who can deal with working dogs like a Malinois. He is originally from the streets of Texas and as a result has issues with boundaries and attention, but he is learning very fast. I'm working on obedience in the home (leaving my cat alone) and on walks (paying attention to me, ignoring other dogs). He was originally pretty reactive to dogs, large men, and squirrels but with training he has gotten a lot better. He is smart!! and learns commands within a couple reps, but he NEEDS someone who can provide that structure. He has been to the dog park and gets along well with most large dogs but is a dominant player which can be an issue with anxious dogs, puppies, or small dogs. I would love to stay in contact with his forever family and help provide for him, such as additional training lessons.

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German Shepherd Dog shelters & rescues in Charlottesville, Virginia

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Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA

3355 Berkmar Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22901

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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2.1 miles

Dogs Deserve Better

1155 Seminole Trail, #7961, Charlottesville, VA 22906

Pet Types: dogs

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23.6 miles

Shenandoah Valley Animal Services Center

1001 Mt Torrey Rd, Lyndhurst, VA 22952

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

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27.5 miles

The Good Shepherd Rescue

Shipman, VA 22971

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals

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32.2 miles

Ozark Homeward Bound - Virginia Chapter

Staunton, VA 24401

Pet Types: dogs

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32.2 miles

Augusta Regional SPCA

33 Archery Lane, Staunton, VA 24401

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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33.4 miles

New Beginnings Animal Rescue - Harrisburg, VA Transport

Harrisburg, VA 22801

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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33.4 miles

Rescue Riders Cooperative VA

Harrisonburg, VA 22801

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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39.2 miles

Rockingham Harrisonburg SPCA

2170 Old Furnace Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22802

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

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42.6 miles

Goochland Animal Protection

1900 Hidden Rock Ln, Maidens, VA 23102

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, rabbits

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