German Shepherd Rescue Dogs & Puppies for Adoption in and around Amber Valley
There are 3 German Shepherds looking for a new home in and around Amber Valley right now, listed by Ashbourne Animal Welfare, Chesterfield Animal Rescue and Jerry Green Dog Rescue. Includes German Shepherd crosses.
All 3 are with rescues within about 25 miles of Amber Valley, in places such as Blidworth, Ashbourne and Dronfield. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of Amber Valley.
By listed age: 2 puppies and 1 adult. By size, as the rescues list them: 1 medium and 2 large.
Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.
2 German Shepherd puppies available in and around Amber Valley
Twelve months old or under, listed by rescues and rehoming centres. Each one links to the rescue to apply.
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German Shepherds near Amber Valley right now
3 German Shepherds are listed in or around Amber Valley today, with 3 rescues. By age: 2 puppies and 1 adult dog. 2 are male and 1 female. The newest was added on 20 October 2026.
- Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Blidworth, about 12 miles away: 1 German Shepherd
- Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 14 miles away: 1 German Shepherd
- Chesterfield Animal Rescue at Dronfield, about 18 miles away: 1 German Shepherd
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About German Shepherds
| Breed group | Pastoral |
|---|---|
| Size | Large |
| Height (breed standard) | Ideal 63 cm for dogs, 58 cm for bitches (2.5 cm either way tolerated) |
| Exercise | More than 2 hours a day |
| Size of home | Large house with a large garden |
| Grooming | More than once a week |
| Coat | Short or long (sheds) |
| Lifespan | Over 10 years |
What German Shepherds are like to live with
The Royal Kennel Club describes the German Shepherd Dog as a "versatile worker and service dog noted for bravery and intelligence". It says the breed was first developed as a herding dog, then used as a working dog by the police and the armed forces, and has also worked as a guide dog, a tracking dog and in obedience.
German Shepherds listed in and around Amber Valley today
As of 8 November 2026, 3 German Shepherds are listed with rescues in and around Amber Valley on LocalPetFinder: by their listed age, 2 puppies aged 12 months or under and 1 adult.
All of them are listed as a cross, as the rescue describes it: German Shepherd Cross (2) and German Shepherd Cross Labrador Retriever. Breed labels on rescue listings are often a best guess from looks.
The rescues mark 3 as able to live with children and 2 with other dogs. Where a profile says nothing, it doesn't mean no: ask the rescue.
Sources (checked 30 September 2026)
- The Royal Kennel Club: German Shepherd Dog (Height from the breed standard, also in sources.)
Read the full German Shepherd guide: health, temperament, costs and UK law →
Breed descriptions are general. Every rescue animal is an individual, so the rescue's own assessment of the animal comes first.
German Shepherds in Amber Valley: your questions
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How many rescue German Shepherds are available for adoption in Amber Valley?
As of 8 November 2026, 3 German Shepherds are listed for adoption in and around Amber Valley on LocalPetFinder, from Ashbourne Animal Welfare, Chesterfield Animal Rescue and Jerry Green Dog Rescue. All are with rescues within about 25 miles of Amber Valley, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.
Which rescues near Amber Valley have German Shepherds right now, and how old are they?
As of 8 November 2026, Jerry Green Dog Rescue (at Blidworth, about 12 miles away): 1, Ashbourne Animal Welfare (at Ashbourne, about 14 miles away): 1 and Chesterfield Animal Rescue (at Dronfield, about 18 miles away): 1. By age, that is 2 puppies and 1 adult dog. The newest was added on 20 October 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.
Where can I adopt a German Shepherd in Amber Valley?
With the rescue that has the dog. Today the German Shepherds on this page are with Ashbourne Animal Welfare (1), Chesterfield Animal Rescue (1) and Jerry Green Dog Rescue (1). Open a profile and apply to that rescue: each one runs its own application, home check and adoption fee. We don't rehome animals ourselves.
How much exercise does a German Shepherd need?
More than two hours a day, according to The Royal Kennel Club. It also lists the breed as suited to a large house with a large garden. Dogs Trust calls German Shepherds typically high-energy dogs that need lots of exercise. A rescue dog's needs can differ with age and health, so ask the rescue about this dog.
Do German Shepherds shed?
Yes, a lot. The Royal Kennel Club lists the German Shepherd as a breed that sheds, with a short or long coat that needs grooming more than once a week. Dogs Trust says their thick coats shed a lot, and you will typically need to brush them a few times a week.
Are German Shepherds good with children?
It depends on the dog, not the breed. Today the rescues mark 3 of the 3 German Shepherds listed in and around Amber Valley as able to live with children. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue what age of children the dog could live with.
How much does it cost to adopt a German Shepherd in Amber Valley?
The German Shepherds listed in and around Amber Valley today are with Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Blidworth, about 12 miles away (1), Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 14 miles away (1) and Chesterfield Animal Rescue at Dronfield, about 18 miles away (1); each profile shows that rescue's fee. Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Dogs Trust charges £300 for a puppy or adult dog in England, Wales and Scotland, and Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over and £335 for dogs aged 1 to 7. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.
Are there German Shepherd puppies for sale in Amber Valley?
No. We don't list animals for sale. Every German Shepherd on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 3 German Shepherds listed in and around Amber Valley today are with Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Blidworth, about 12 miles away (1), Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 14 miles away (1) and Chesterfield Animal Rescue at Dronfield, about 18 miles away (1), and each rescue shows its own fee on the profile. For comparison, Dogs Trust £300, and Blue Cross puppies under six months start from £525. If you searched "german shepherd puppies for sale Amber Valley", the German Shepherds here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price. In England, Lucy's Law has meant since 6 April 2020 that puppies under six months can't be sold by a third party such as a pet shop or dealer: you buy direct from the breeder or adopt from a rehoming centre.
Can I get a free German Shepherd to a good home in Amber Valley, or one under £500?
Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 3 German Shepherds listed in and around Amber Valley today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; the nearest rescue is Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Blidworth, about 12 miles away. Many rescue fees are under £500: Dogs Trust charges £300, and Blue Cross from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over. An animal offered "free to a good home" is usually a private advert rather than a rescue. All dogs in the UK must be microchipped by 8 weeks old, and in England, Wales and Scotland a dog can't pass to a new keeper until it is chipped, so ask to see the microchip details.
Are there German Shepherd puppies for adoption in Amber Valley?
Yes: 2 puppies of the 3 listed in and around Amber Valley are 12 months or under by their listed age.
Are there older German Shepherds for adoption in Amber Valley?
Not right now: none of the 3 listed in and around Amber Valley is aged 7 or over by its listed age. Older German Shepherds do come into rescue, so check back. Some rescues charge less for older dogs: Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over.
Is there a German Shepherd rescue near me in Amber Valley?
As of 8 November 2026, the German Shepherds listed in and around Amber Valley are with Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Blidworth, about 12 miles away (1), Ashbourne Animal Welfare at Ashbourne, about 14 miles away (1) and Chesterfield Animal Rescue at Dronfield, about 18 miles away (1). The nearest to Amber Valley is Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Blidworth, about 12 miles away. You can also see German Shepherds across England. To see what is closest to you, search by postcode with the pet finder on our home page. To hear when one is listed, set up an email alert on this page.
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