222222222Dogs Available for Adoption from Other Rescue Groups, Individuals & Shelters
in Northern California

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Davis, CA

"Cordy" is a 45-lb, 1-yo spayed female GSD/Staffordshire Terrier mix who is loving, smart and playful. Cordy is healthy, current on core vaccinations and microchipped.

Cordy is wonderful with people of all ages. She craves attention and is a total love bug. She was raised with two young children, 2 & 6 yrs old, but her former people said she would be best with older kids.

Cordy is a mixed bag with other dogs. She is definitely NOT good with small dogs, as she has a strong prey drive. However, she interacted well with a 65-lb female Pit Bull, and would likely do OK w/ a medium-to-large confident male dog. Cordy is reactive towards other dogs when on walks, but is improving with this behavior. She simply has not had that much exposure to other dogs.

Cordy is NOT good with cats, period.

Cordy is housetrained but is not at a point yet where she can be trusted inside alone for extended periods of time. She is fine in a crate. She sleeps in her crate, but of course she would prefer to sleep on her person’s bed or next to them on the floor.

Cordy is well-trained and responds well to several commands. (Click here to see a video of Cordy responding to commands.) She recently received four weeks of board & train at Elite Dog Training in West Sacramento. Cordy walks great on leash unless she sees another dog or a cat, in which case she becomes very reactive. However, she is quick to respond to correction and poses no problem in the hands of an experienced handler. Cordy also has excellent off-leash recall, again, when there are no distractions.

Cordy loves to go for car rides and is a calm passenger. She loves squeaky toys and to play tug-of-war.

Cordy was adopted as a 10-wk old puppy by a family with cats. Though Cordy did OK with the cats for many months, she became more prey-driven as time went on and eventually became a physical threat to the cats. Her people tried to shape her behavior with the month of board & train but that was ineffective at quelling Cordy’s prey drive. They were about to surrender Cordy to a shelter when a friend of theirs (Adelia) intervened and found a foster home for her with a co-worker in Davis.

While the foster caretaker does not have any other animals, he is unable to keep Cordy beyond July 14 due to work commitments.

Cordy is located in Davis. Her adoption fee is $50.

Please contact Adelia McGregor at 916-272-8631 or adeliammcgregor@gmail.com.

Posted 6-9-25

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Dublin, CA

"Boba" is a beautiful, 60-lb, approx 4-yo spayed female German Shepherd available for adoption at the East Valley Animal Shelter in Dublin, CA.

Boba loves humans of all ages. She is a favorite of the shelter staff and loves to have her belly rubbed!

Boba is dog-selective and would probably prefer a home where she can be your only dog.

Boba was picked up as a a stray on 3-1-25. She’s now been at the shelter over three months and her time is starting to run out.

Boba’s adoption fee is only $35, plus licensing (if adopter lives in Alameda County). Boba qualifies for Fluffy Dog Friday! Adopt her on a Friday and we'll waive her adoption fee!

If interested in meeting Boba, first call the shelter at (925) 803-7040 to make sure Boba is still there. Refer to Boba by her ID #: 85236.

The East Valley shelter is located at 4595 Gleason Drive in Dublin, CA. They are open daily from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., excluding county holidays.

Posted 6-6-25

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Natomas, CA

"Bobby" is a  6-yo neutered male White GSD who is sweet, gentle and easy-going. Bobby is healthy, vaccinated, and microchipped.

Bobby is friendly with all people. He's affectionate and likes to cuddle.

Bobby gets along fine with the female Pit Bull he lives with, but the Pit Bull  doesn't really care for Bobby's presence. (Click here for a short video of Bobby & the Pit Bull playing.) Don't know about cats.

Bobby is housetrained and has nice manners. He waits patiently for his food.

Bobby's caretakers found him on May 2 wandering loose near Yuba City. They were able to contact Bobby's owner, but he didn't want Bobby back because he felt Bobby was "too much" and couldn't handle him. The people who found Bobby didn't want to take him to a shelter so are fostering him until they can find a permanent home for him.

Bobby is located in South Natomas. His adoption fee is $100.

Please contact Agata at 978-394-8751.

Posted 5-28-25 

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Durham, CA (near Chico)

Urgent! Must find adopter or another foster home by Sunday, June 1, or will likely end up in shelter!

"Maggie" is a button-cute, approx 6-mos old female Belgian Malinois mix pup in urgent need of another foster or permanent home.

Maggie showed up at a construction site near Chico on 5-17-25, and one of the workers took her home. The worker and his wife (Jennifer) had the pup scanned for a chip, but she does not have one. The couple have been keeping Maggie at their house, but they already have one dog and their landlord--who lives next door--will not allow them to keep a second dog. The landlord has given the couple until Sunday, June 1, to relocate Maggie.

Here's what Jennifer has to say about Maggie: "She is a sweet girl who is eager to learn. She was not house broken at all when we picked her up but only has a few accidents now. Doing great in a kennel over night. She loves being close and cuddling and is a love bug. She is learning to sit.

She is great with new people. She had not met my oldest son before but I had to leave Saturday to help my middle son move from San Jose and she had no aggression to him coming in to the house with his dog and girlfriend. All three dogs [including her Pit Bull] played great all day with no issues."

Maggie is located in Durham, just south of Chico. If you can foster Maggie for Jennifer and her husband, or if you're interested in adopting Maggie, please contact Jennifer Gomez at 530-415-2947 or jen.whirlpartners@gmail.com.

Posted 5-27-25

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Pacific Grove, CA

"Redd" is a 60-lb, 2½-yo neutered male GSD mix (primarily GSD/Cattle Dog) who is affectionate, sensitive and shy.

Redd is a sensitive dog, and does best with slow introductions to new people and environments at his own pace. He is more shy around males and children so he would do best a in a household that understands his needs and his willing to take things one step at a time. However, once he’s comfortable with a person, he showers them with love, cuddles and attention.

Redd has done well with both dogs and cats, but will need to be introduced slowly to ensure both pets are comfortable.

Redd would thrive in an active home in which he gets to go hiking, running, or participate in agility activity. Redd would prefer to have someone at home with him throughout the day who is also willing to continue his training and socialization.

Pre-registration for one-on-one training and behavioral help is a requirement for Redd’s adoption. Redd will need a specific adopter who is experienced and willing to work with a dog who is shy and fearful. He is sensitive and really needs help with his confidence.

Redd was rescued from the Salinas County (“Hitchcock Rd”) Animal Shelter by Animal Friends Rescue Project in Pacific Grove. He is presently in a foster home.

Please click here for Redd’s official adoption listing and for a link to an adoption application.
 

Posted 5-18-25

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Petaluma, CA

"Tony Baloney" is an approx 90-lb, 7-yo neutered male GSD who is a lovable goofball!

Tony is crate trained, house trained, and is a very quick learner. His foster family is helping him master basic obedience and he already has learned to sit, stay, down, and wait at the door. His favorite activities are snuggling, going for walks, playing flirt pole or ball (with humans or with himself), and learning new tricks. Tony walks well on leash and is perfecting his manners more and more everyday! He is both food and toy-motivated and loves nothing more than to please his people.

Tony does well with other dogs with proper introductions and loves playing chase with his foster dog sister. He is looking for an active home whose people can provide him with the mental and physical exercise he craves!

Tony’s foster family found him abandoned at a dog park in Oakland and went through Oakland Animal Services to have him neutered. Lily’s Legacy Senior Dog Sanctuary then took him into their adoption program.

Please click here for Tony’s full adoption profile and for an adoption application.

Posted 5-14-25

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 Pleasanton, CA

"Spike" is an approx 60-lb, 10-month old neutered male Pit Bull/Shepherd mix who is sweet, playful and submissive. Spike is healthy, vaccinated and microchipped.

Spike is friendly with strangers and good with other dogs. He presently lives in a foster home with another large dog and they get along great. He would likely be fine w/ smaller dogs as he was afraid of a Chihuahua that visited his home! Cats are an unknown.

Spike is both crate trained and housetrained, knows a few commands and is very treat motivated.

Spike spent the last several months recovering from a fractured leg (which was set) and has healed nicely. Spike is now able to enjoy running and playing again. He is getting used to being on leash and is motivated by food, which helps with his training.

Spike likes sturdy chew toys and playing in water and dirt.

A good match for Spike is someone who has experience with large, active breeds and will participate in regular training and activities. Spike would also like a cozy home where he receives lots of cuddles!

Spike was brought to the Alameda County Shelter in Dublin last November (with a fractured leg). He was subsequently rescued by Tri-Valley Animal Rescue (TVAR) and brought to a foster home, where he is presently residing. His leg was set in a cast.

Click here for Spike's full adoption listing from TVAR.

If you have questions about Spike, please contact Lisa Grade at tvarlisac@gmail.com.

If you’re interested in adopting Spike, please paste fill out an adoption application by clicking here.

Posted 5-7-25

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Sacramento, CA

"Julia" is an approx 6-yo spayed female GSD who is living proof of the  physical and emotional resilience of German Shepherds. Julia came into the Sacramento City ("Front Street") Animal Shelter as a long-terms stray in late November 2025. She was in terrible physical shape and was shutdown mentally. She had been severely neglected, was missing hair, had crusty sores on her body, had badly infected ears and was very thin. But she has thrived in foster care and is now ready for a loving, forever home.

Julia is mostly healthy now but may have some continuing medical issues with her ears & possible skin conditions due to allergies. She is in a program with the shelter called AdoptUs that will cover future medical expenses for those issues.

Julia is fun, playful, loving and very loyal to the people she develops trust with. She will want to follow her human everywhere. She is shy around new people but warms up when she gets to know them. She needs patient adopters who let her approach them at her own pace. She probably would not be good with small children as she prefers calmness.

Julia has been great though with the gentle male Dobeman in her foster home. However, she is not good with cats or small dogs.

Julia is not high energy but loves a nice walk with her human. She also loves to just relax in the house with her human.

Julia is available for adoption through the Front Street Shelter; click here to apply to adopt her.

If you would like to learn more about Julia before applying to adopt her, please contact her foster caretaker Paula Ewing at 916-616-5626 or critterville1@gmail.com.

Posted 5-2-25 

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Oakland, CA

Hi, I’m Raya! I think I got that name because of my bright sunny personality. I’m a four year old spayed female German Shepherd mix and weigh about 50 pounds - the perfect size! I am looking for someone who likes to hike, walk, and play. I have a lot of energy and would love to spend it adventuring with you!

I know some basic commands and I am working on my leash skills. I’m very smart and I love to learn! I get along well with other dogs, but need a slower introduction as I have been told I come on a little strong. What can I say, I just get so excited to make new friends!

I love a car ride and sticking my head out the window and letting the wind blow through my hair.

If you think we might make a good team, please fill out an application to adopt me. I am so ready to go home!

Reya's adoption fee is $200. Breed experience preferred.

Reya is available for adoption through Hair of the Dog--A Bay Area Rescue located in Oakland, CA. Click here to apply for adoption.

Posted 4-25-25.

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Truckee, CA
Seeking either foster or adoptive home!

"Martin" is an approx 1-yr old neutered GSD/Belgian Malinois who is available for adoption from the rescue group "Woof Project" (www.woofproject.org). He is also in need of a new foster home due to his behavior towards cats.

Martin is all about butt scratches, belly rubs and a good cuddle in your lap! He plays fetch, comes when called and knows sit. He is really into yummy treats and is going to be a blast teaching new things too. He has a great sense of humor and always seems to have a smile on his face.

When Martin was in doggy playgroups at the Stockton shelter, he was not into excitement; he liked his doggy friends to be gentle. Was fine with both polite females and males.

Martin is NOT good with cats!

So, if you’re looking for a dog with a wonderful personality, likes to give lots of hugs and kisses, and can be a regular cuddle buddy then look no further!

Martin was previously at the Stockton Animal Shelter. He was rescued by the rescue groups Woof Project and taken in by a foster caretaker in Truckee. Unfortunately, the foster caretaker has six cats and Martin is NOT good with cats! So, Woof Project is seeking either a new foster caretaker or a permanent home for Martin.

Please click here for a foster/adoption application.

For more info about Martin, fill out Woof Project's online contact form:

https://www.woofproject.org/contact-us.

Posted 3-28-25

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Tracy, CA

"Lobo" is a 60-lb, approx 1-yo neutered male GSD mix who is playful, intelligent and somewhat timid. Lobo is healthy and has already received his rabies, distemper/parvo & bordetella vaccinations.

Lobo is hesitant with strangers, but by no means aggressive. He simply takes awhile to warm up to strangers. He loves being petted and massaged; then he becomes a floppy teddy bear. Lobo has yet to be observed with children since he was taken in on Feb 24.

Lobo is super-friendly with other dogs. He goes right up to new dogs to greet them. He presently lives with a neutered male GSD who he gets along well with.

Lobo has not been observed around cats since he was taken in.

Lobo is housetrained and mostly non-destructive inside; he does like to pull the stuffing out of his dog bed, though. His foster caretaker Marcelina leaves him inside her house unrestrained along w/ her other dog when she’s away. While she’s gone, Lobo mostly lays around or will look out the window in the living room. Lobo sleeps in a crate in Marcelina’s bedroom at night and does not fuss at all while in the crate.

Lobo has clearly not received much training previously and is still quite uncomfortable on a leash (he basically freezes). Marcelina is working with Lobo to get him accustomed to walking on a leash and to teach him some basic commands. Lobo has the ability to go over a six ft wood fence; he’s done this twice, but then simply laid down across the street and didn’t go anywhere.

Lobo is not yet accustomed to riding in a vehicle. The one time Marcelina drove him in her car, she needed to pick him up to load him into the car and then Lobo simply curled up and didn’t move much the entire ride.

Lobo loves to run around in the yard and play with toys. He will entertain himself by throwing a ball up in the air and chasing after it. He also loves to chew on a rope toy.

Marcelina took Lobo in as a stray off the street in Tracy, CA. He had apparently been roaming her neighborhood for two to three weeks before she took him in (again, Feb 24).

Lobo is clearly a dog who has not been used to a traditional domestic environment and is still learning a lot. He would do best with a person who has a lot of patience and is familiar with basic training techniques.  

Lobo is located in Tracy. His adoption fee is $150.

Please contact Marcelina Blea at 209-518-7279 or linablea@gmail.com.

Posted 3-22-25; updated 5-30-25

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Stockton, CA

"Cookie" & "Marble" are two adorable 16-wk old (born 11-15-24)female GSD/Husky pups who desperately need a permanent home. The two pups are presently in a foster home in Stockton that provides doggy daycare, and the foster caretaker needs the pups out NOW!

Cookie & Marble are active, healthy and fun loving--and getting big! They go potty outside, are smart and easy to train.

Cookie & Marble are fully vaccinated and dewormed and eat Ollie fresh-frozen foods. They are quite spoiled, have run of the house and yard and are well behaved, but they do get into things and live to play. They have mature dogs to correct them when needed. We would like to adopt them into a home with another dog who will be an ambassador and playmate for them - and in a cool climate with lots of room to play in meadows, forests and snow.

Transportation help available! Please help us get them adopted!

If you are interested in adopting one of these little pupcakes, please go to the following Website  and follow the directions: https://laketahoewolfrescue.com/want-to-adopt.

Or, e-mail Pamela at PamelaJo@LakeTahoeWolfRescue.com.

Posted 3-17-25

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Sacramento, CA

"Tahini" is a beautiful, affectionate, dog-friendly 6-yo spayed female GSD available for adoption at the Sacramento City ("Front Street") Animal Shelter. Tahini is scared in the shelter and so is getting overlooked by prospective adopters. However, once she's out of her kennel, she blossoms!

This is what a volunteer had to say about Tahini: "When entering the kennel she was such a good girl, excited to see me but kept all paws on the floor. She was so excited to get out and let me leash her right up. She does pull slightly but it lessened as the walk went on. She was also very excited to see squirrels but redirected when prompted.

Thahini is so cuddly and loves pets. Shetakes treats so gently and seems potty trained. She is dog friendly and currently paired with another pup. At 6 years old she has moderate energy and is very playful within the play yard.

Tahini will make such a great fur baby! Come meet her today!"

Thahini has been at the shelter since Feb 18.

Please click here for Thahini's official adoption profile and shelter info.

Posted 3-6-25

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Davis, CA

"Seva" is a nearly 7-yo (born 3-1-18), 77-lb, spayed female GSD who is engaging, sweet and smart. She is sensitive and very curious and is interested in all that is going on around her. Seva is healthy and up-to-date on core vaccinations.

Seva absolutely loves people. She is immediately friendly with strangers both inside the house and beyond. Though Seva has not been observed with children since she was brought into a foster home last October, it’s extremely likely she’ll be good with kids as she has gentle mannerisms with people.

Seva has not had much exposure to other dogs, but she has been non-reactive towards dogs who she’s encountered at the vet and at the groomer. However, Seva is quite reactive towards other dogs who she sees when out on walks. This is not an uncommon behavior for GSDs who have not been well-socialized with other dogs; the leash either creates or exacerbates the behavior. It is also a behavior that can often be mollified without too much difficulty. Seva has already shown improvement with her on-leash reactiveness towards other dogs since transferring to her foster home.

Seva has not been around cats since she was brought into her foster home, and it is unknown if she had any previous exposure. Therefore, a home without cats is preferred.

Seva is housetrained and perfectly behaved inside when left alone. She sleeps on her foster caretaker’s bed at night.

Seva is well-behaved overall. She is very good on leash without distractions. However, she can be reactive towards other dogs that she sees while on walks. (Her foster caretaker has worked with Seva to curb this behavior.) Seva has good off-leash recall.

Seva rides politely in a vehicle. She likes to play fetch and tug-of-war.

Seva in AKC-registered and has an impressive pedigree. She was bred at a prestigious kennel in Cotati, CA, Covey-Tucker Hill Kennels. One of her predecessors (“Manhattan”) was the first German Shepherd to win Best in Show at the Westminster Dog Show in 1987.

Seva’s person contracted cancer and was no longer able to care for her. A friend of hers (Ron) took in Seva back in October 2024 in order to find her a permanent new home.

Seva is located in Davis. Her adoption fee is $100.

Please contact Ron Fader at 530-220-2429.

Posted 2-28-25

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Winters, CA

"Lulu" is a beautiful, 82-lb, 3-4 yo spayed female GSD who is happy, playful and protective. Lulu is healthy and is up-to-date on core vaccinations.

Lulu is friendly towards strangers, both at home as well as out on walks. She is playful with children.

Lulu presently lives with a 13-yo male GSD who she gets along great with. She has not been introduced to any other dogs since she was taken in by her present person in early January.

Lulu has not been around cats in her present home. However, she has a strong prey drive towards squirrels so it would be prudent to seek a home without cats for her.

Lulu is kept outside exclusively in her present home, so it’s not known if she’s housetrained or not. She clearly wants to come inside, however.

Lulu is a good watchdog and alarm-barks appropriately.

Lulu tries to lead on leash initially when taken for walks, but settles down quickly then walks calmly. She has not seen other dogs on walks so it’s not known how she’ll react.

Lulu rides fine in a vehicle. She travelled all the way from Pasadena to Winters in January.

Lulu likes to play with squeaky toys and loves to swim in the pond & creek at her present home.

Lulu was one of the “orphans” from the Eaton fire in Pasadena in January. Lulu’s person lost his home, and an acquaintance of his arranged for his brother Alfredo, Lulu’s present caregiver, to take her in.

Lulu is located in Winters, CA. Her adoption fee is $200.

Please contact Alfredo Ovalle at 312-285-5481 or alovaca@mac.com.

Posted 2-17-26; updated 3-19-25

URGENT! Salinas,CA

"Angelou" is an approx 8-yo female GSD at the Monterey County ("Hitchcock Rd") Animal Shelter in Salinas. She has been at the shelter since Nov 14 and her time is running out. If she is not adopted soon she will be euthanized.

Angelou is smart, is sometimes aloof and independent yet enjoys pets and being loved on. 

Angleou is great on leash and loves walking, smelling and exploring. At eight years old, she’s quite healthy and a lot of vitality left. The brightness and depth of the gaze from her eyes will capture your heart.

Please share Angelou or come visit her at the shelter: 160 Hitchcock Road
Salinas, CA 93906. Visiting hours are Tuesday - Friday 1pm-4pm, and Saturday 11am-4pm. You can also call the shelter at (831) 769-8850.

Posted 2-3-25

Fremont, CA

"Sunny" is an approx 55-lb, 1 yr, 7-mos, intact female GSD mix at the Tri-City Animal Shelter in Fremont, CA.

Sunny is a happy and energetic young dog. She likes people attention, likes to give big hugs and thinks she's a lap dog. She seems to do better with small dogs.

Sunny has been at the shelter since Nov 28, 2024.

If you're interested in adopting Sunny, you will first need to fill out an adoption application with the Tri-City Animal Shelter. See https://www.tricityanimalshelter.org/153/Adopt-a-Pet.

Posted 12-27-24

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Turlock, CA

ADORABLE, FRIENDLY 7-MOS OLD MALE GSD MIX PUP AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION AT TURLOCK ANIMAL SHELTER

Thinking about adopting a pup for the New Year? How about Roscoe, a 7-mos old male GSD mix at the animal shelter in Turlock? [I think that Roscoe might have both Anatolian Shepherd and Belgian Malinois in his DNA.]

Roscoe is super-friendly with both people and other dogs. Click here for a video of him playing w/ another dog.

Poor Roscoe has been at the shelter since Nov 9--far too long a time in confinement for a young, affection-seeking dog!

If interested in meeting Roscoe, please call the Turlock Animal Shelter at 209-656-3140 during the following times: Wednesday/Thursday 8am to Noon; Friday/Saturday 8am to 2:30pm.

Please refer to Roscoe by his ID #: A041344.

Posted 12-27-24

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South Sacramento, CA

"Riley" is an approx 50-lb, 3.5 yo intact female GSD who is energetic, affectionate and smart. She is healthy and up-to-date on her distemper/parvo and rabies vaccinations.

Riley is friendly with people of all ages. She is not overly protective, and I (GSRSV’s Director) was able to pet her inside a vehicle when I first met her. Riley presently lives with two children, ages 7 & 9 yrs old, who she is fine with.

Riley is somewhat of a mixed bag when it comes to other dogs. She has been an only dog for most of her life, with limited canine socialization. She is very reactive towards other dogs who she sees when on walks. However, she got along quite well with several of the dogs at GSRSV’s rescue ranch, indicating that her on-leash reactiveness is not due to innate aggressiveness. Still, if Riley were to be paired w/ another dog, we suggest it be a confident, large male dog.

Riley has not been around cats that we know, so a home WITHOUT CATS is in order for her.

Riley’s people have kept her outside for all the time they’ve had her (nearly her entire life). However, a woman (Sabrina) who is now assisting the people find Riley a new home has had Riley in her house for several hours and Riley did not have an accident inside. So, while we can’t say that Riley is fully housetrained, she would likely become so in short order.

Riley does have a tendency to jump up on people (in a friendly manner) when she first encounters them but this is understandable given that Riley’s people keep her isolated in a kennel in the backyard with limited human contact. She is just so starved for attention and affection!

Riley enjoys riding in a vehicle and is fairly calm when traveling.

Riley enjoys biting the water stream from a hose and will likely enjoy playing fetch.

Riley is presently in South Sacramento with her original people. These people have kept Riley in their back yard since she was a puppy, primarily inside a chain-link kennel. Sabrina convinced the people to let her find a more appropriate home for Riley and has since spent quite a bit of time with her.

Notes from GSRSV: Riley is what I consider a typical working-type GSD. She is extremely inquisitive, energetic and always on alert. She would likely be great at agility or similar working-type activities. She will also need a somewhat experienced adopter who can help her release the pent-up energy she has from being confined for so long.

Riley has yet to be spayed.  There is no adoption fee for her. However, a $500 refundable deposit will be required of Riley's adopter to ensure that she is spayed within 90 days of adoption. Once evidence of spaying is provided, the $500 will be refunded. This will all be in writing and a receipt will be provided to the adopter.

Riley is in South Sacramento. Please contact Sabrina Escandon at 916-308-5651 or Sabrina.Escandon@ctlmanagement.com.

Posted 9-27-24

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Elk Grove, CA

"Ducky" is an approx 65-lb neutered male GSD/Akita who is is the epitome of “shy but sweet.” He has won over the hearts of both staff and volunteers at the Elk Grove animal shelter, where he's been housed since September 2023! Due to his initial shyness and nervousness in new environments, Ducky has been passed over by adopters time and time again.

While in the care of the Elk Grove animal shelter, Ducky has made many dog friends and has proven himself to be a playgroup ambassador. He is an affectionate leaner once he trusts you, walks well on the leash, and has a wonderful balanced energy – ready to play with dog friends or keep you company in the yard.

Ducky's adoption fee is only $100. If interested in adopting Ducky, please contact the Elk Grove Animal Shelter at (916) 687-3042 and refer to him by his ID #: A050126.

Posted 8-21-24

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Concord, CA

"Lucky!" Are you looking for a loving companion? Look no further! Lucky is a 4-year-old neutered male German Shepherd with a heart full of love to give. He is incredibly friendly and well-mannered, making him a great companion. Lucky also adores the company of other dogs and he plays with the neighborhood dogs at the local park. (Click here for a video.) But what truly sets Lucky apart is his intelligence and human-like demeanor. He's smart beyond belief, and his ability to connect with people is truly remarkable.

Please click here for a video of Lucky that shows what an easy-going and personable dog he is.

Lucky initially exhibited separation anxiety, but it has improved considerably and his foster caretaker can now leave him alone for short periods of time without any problem.  Still, Lucky will do best in a home where he is not left alone for long periods. When accompanied by a human, he is easy to care for and has a calm demeanor. Lucky began training to help with his separation anxiety Aug. 2 with Trish King, a well known dog behaviorist.

Underdog Rescue rescued Lucky from the animal shelter in Martinez, CA, and he was welcomed into a foster home. However, the foster caretaker was called to military duty and Lucky is now with her aunt--who has heart trouble and isn't able to walk him! A shelter volunteer (Debbie) is walking Lucky three times a week but it’s simply not enough and it’s hard on the aunt. Further, she will be moving from her house soon and won't be able to foster Lucky after that.

Lucky says thank you for considering him as your next pet!

Lucky is located in Concord.

If you'd like to know more about Lucky please call or text Debbie Rodriguez at 925-933-4842. Together we can make a difference in the life of this extraordinary dog.

Posted 8-4-24; updated 8-17-24

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Sacramento, CA

"Remmy" is an approx. 60-lb, 4-yo (February 2024) intact female GSD/Husky who is happy, playful and sweet. Remmy is healthy and up-to-date on her rabies & distemper/parvo vaccinations (both good thru 4-5-27).

Remmy is friendly with strangers, both inside the house and beyond. It’s unknown how Remmy is with young children, but given her sweet temperament, it’s almost a certainty she’ll be good with kids. She loves to cuddle!

Remmy is good with other dogs, and did well with a cat who she was around.

Remmy is housetrained and crate trained. Her foster caretakers keep her in a crate when they are away from the house, and also crate her at night.

Remmy received some basic obedience training and can perform some tricks like “play dead.” Remmy pulls somewhat when being walked on leash, however she is not reactive towards other dogs who she sees on walks.

Remmy rides OK in a vehicle. She loves to play with toys (see video elsewhere on this page).

Remmy was adopted when she was about 1½ yrs old. Her person, who is the son of her present caretakers, recently underwent some life changes forced him to give up Remmy so his parents took her in temporarily in February, They are now seeking a permanent home for her.

Remmy Is located in Sacramento near Sac State. There is no adoption fee for Remmy, but whoever adopts her must get her spayed within 90 days of adoption. A $300 refundable spay deposit will be required, which will be refunded once Remmy’s adopter provides evidence of her spay surgery. This will all be in writing.

Please contact Estella Cervantez at ecervantez75@gmail.com or 916-576-9610.

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Reno, NV

"Akela" is an approx 6-7 yo spayed female GSD mix who is a real sweetheart. She has been to a vet and she appears to be in good health.

This poor girl was a stray on the streets for months before she was traumatically chased and caught and brought to the shelter. She is fearful of strangers, shy and reserved when in public.

Akela is cautious to stimulation and doesn't play with toys but is very food/treat motivated. She typically relaxes around the house and occasionally will engage in play with her new owner who adopted her from the shelter and has bonded with him. Akela gets along nicely with his male Therapy Dog.

Akela would make a great buddy for an active senior.  She is a wonderful sweet companion but is having a tough time learning to be house trained. She will go out for walks but still comes in and relieves herself. She is just used to going outside and will need some time and patience in a new home. A nice back yard would be helpful, with 6' fencing.

Akela's owner is disabled and has health issues and cannot keep her. He is terribly heartbroken that he has to give her up as he has never given up on an animal in his life.

Akela would be very happy in a new home that has a calm environment and no children. She needs someone with experience and who would be around a lot to help her rehabilitate and blossom into the happy dog she should be. Please help this sweetheart find a loving home.

If you are interested in helping Akela, please visit http://www.LakeTahoeWolfRescue.com, go to the page WANT TO ADOPT? and follow the directions. Contact is PamelaJoWolflady2@sbcglobal.net.

Posted 2-23-23
 

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Fallon, NV

"Duff" is an approx 8-yo male GSD available for adoption from the animal shelter in Fallon, NV. Poor Duff has been at the shelter since July 20, 2021, when he was brought in as a stray.

Duff is very friendly with people, but the shelter feels he would do best as an only dog. [Note from GSRSV: he'd likely do fine w/ a medium to large female dog.]

A vet diagnosed Duff w/ Degenerative Myelopathy (DM, which is a non-painful disease of the spinal cord that will eventually cause Duff to be unable to walk. However, diagnosing DM is not a precise science and it's possible that Duff just has hip issues. Either way, he's not 100% in the rear end so whoever adopts Duff should expect some deterioration in his mobility and be prepared to help him out with that. (Wheel carts can really help dogs with DM.)

If you're interested in learning more about Duff, please contact the City of Fallon Animal Shelter at (775) 423-2282.

Posted 11-29-21
 

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Fresno, CA

"Sasha" is a beautiful approx 5-yo spayed female GSD who is loving, playful and somewhat alpha.

Sasha is healthy and current on her rabies and distemper/parvo vaccinations.

Sasha initially barks at strangers who come into the house, but once they are introduced is very friendly. She’s also friendly with people she meets beyond her own territory.

Sasha is great with young children; her people have kids over often and she plays gently with them and loves attention. She waits patiently for treats and takes them gently from hand.

Sasha has only been around the dogs in her current home since her people took her in back in June and has not done well with them. She gets jealous easily when the other dogs receive attention and drives them away.

Sasha does NOT get along with cats, so a home WITHOUT CATS is in order.

Sasha’s people keep her outside primarily, so they can’t say definitively if she’s housetrained. However, they have had her inside on a few occasions for 2-4 hours and she did not have any accidents during those times.

Sasha likely received some obedience training previously as she sits and shakes her paw on command. She walks well on leash without distractions, and when she sees other dogs when she is on a walk she only wants to check them out—she doesn’t go ballistic.

Sasha rides well in a car. She likes squeaky toys. It’s unknown if she’s a swimmer.

Sasha’s people found her as a stray in June 2021 and were unable to find her owner. They decided to keep her and had her spayed in August. Unfortunately, Sasha is very jealous of the existing dogs in her home which has led to altercations. Regretfully, her people are seeking a new home for her.

Sasha Is located in Fresno. Her adoption fee is $100.

Please contact Rebecca Hoffman at beckyhearts@gmail.com or 559-824-2110.

Posted 11-14-21