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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Learn how you can be a vital link in the rescue process
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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.
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Hudson
Hudson was found as a stray in the Modesto (CA) area and was taken to the Stanislaus Animal Shelter on July 31 . The shelter staff described Hudson as “loving, leans into affection, knows basic commands, is easy-going, calm, takes treats nicely, and appears to be potty trained”. He was temp tested with other dogs, and he was “generally neutral, although he was a bit too curious about a small dog in the beginning, but didn’t demonstrate any concerning behavior”. Sadly, like most Senior dogs, Hudson was constantly overlooked, and by August 30, he was placed on the shelter’s euthanasia “Red List”. Thankfully, a kind Samaritan offered to foster Hudson. Kris picked him up with one day to spare. He did well riding in a car and while getting a bath. He appears to have no guarding behaviors. He also has a “soft mouth,” meaning he takes food and treats […]
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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 result in any success. In September, GSGSR evaluated King for our rescue. Immediately, we noticed something special about him, and instantly, we felt King had all the qualities that would make him a great dog for a Veteran. GSGSR called our friend, Matt Decker, founder of E5 Therapy https://www.facebook.com/E5Therapy, and asked for his help in finding a Veteran. Matt graciously offered to foster King to get him ready for adoption. The Dunns saw Matt’s post about King on his E5 Therapy FB page and immediately wanted to meet him, and it was love at first […]
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!
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!