Saving German Shepherds in the Central Valley of Northern California

Give these dogs a second chance by finding them loving homes. We rescue them from shelters, place in safe foster homes, and provide expert support until a forever owner comes along.

Want to help? Be a foster, adopter or donor. Every bit of love makes a huge difference for these beautiful, loyal and intelligent dogs.

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Saving German Shepherds in the Central Valley of Northern California

Give these dogs a second chance by finding them loving homes. We rescue them from shelters, place in safe foster homes, and provide expert support until a forever owner comes along.

Want to help? Be a foster, adopter or donor. Every bit of love makes a huge difference for these beautiful, loyal and intelligent dogs.

How to help

Fully-Supported Fostering

Learn how you can be a vital link in the rescue process

Support the Cause

Donations save shepherds. Please give if you can.

Spotlight

Cooper

Cooper is a handsome male GSD, approximately three years old. Due to kennel stress, he was scheduled for euthanasia. Thankfully, he received a one-day reprieve and was rescued from the Stockton Shelter with no time to spare. Once outside of the shelter and in his foster home Cooper started to relax and his true nature […]

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KING – From Stray Dog to Service Dog

In July, “King” was found wandering along Hwy 88 wearing only a Service vest that read, “My mama says I’M SPECIAL.” The family who found him posted flyers, reported him to the Stockton shelter, and posted numerous posts on social media to no avail. Even callouts from Golden State for an adopter or foster didn’t […]

Meet and Greet at Sacyard!

Join us Sacyard Community Taphouse 1725 33rd St, Sacramento, CA • Meet German Shepherds available for adoption!• Talk to experts, fosters and volunteers• Enjoy great beer and music Follow us on Facebook and let us know if you’re coming! See All Dog Details Here:

A New World for Atlas!

Christine came to our last Sacyard Meet and Greet and fell in love with Atlas! We often set up final visits at adoption days like this after pre-qualifying an adopter. It’s convenient for everyone. Now Atlas will be in a brand-new world with a new loving family!