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German Shepherd Rescue Dogs & Puppies for Adoption in and around Grantham

There are 3 German Shepherds looking for a new home in and around Grantham right now, listed by Doris Banham Dog Rescue, Jerry Green Dog Rescue and Three Counties Dog Rescue. Includes German Shepherd crosses.

All 3 are with rescues reachable from Grantham, in places such as Bourne, Blidworth and Cottam. Each card shows the town and how far it is.

By listed age: 1 puppy and 2 adults. 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.

1 German Shepherd puppy available in and around Grantham

Twelve months old or under, listed by rescues and rehoming centres. Each one links to the rescue to apply.

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Max, german shepherd cross for adoption in BourneNEW

Max

1 year, 7 months • Male • German Shepherd Cross

Largehigh energy
Three Counties Dog Rescue

Bourne · 15 miles

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Marnie, german shepherd cross for adoption in Blidworth

Marnie

8 months • Female • German Shepherd Cross

Mediumhigh energy
Can live with:ChildrenOther dogs
Jerry Green Dog Rescue

Blidworth · 24 miles

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Kie, german shepherd for adoption in CottamNEW

Kie

Adult • Male • German Shepherd

Largehigh energy
Doris Banham Dog Rescue

Cottam · 28 miles

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German Shepherds near Grantham right now

3 German Shepherds are listed in or around Grantham today, with 3 rescues. By age: 1 puppy and 2 adult dogs. 2 are male and 1 female. The newest was added on 7 November 2026.

  • Three Counties Dog Rescue at Bourne, about 15 miles away: 1 German Shepherd
  • Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Blidworth, about 24 miles away: 1 German Shepherd
  • Doris Banham Dog Rescue at Cottam, about 28 miles away: 1 German Shepherd

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About German Shepherds

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: German Shepherd Dog
Breed groupPastoral
SizeLarge
Height (breed standard)Ideal 63 cm for dogs, 58 cm for bitches (2.5 cm either way tolerated)
ExerciseMore than 2 hours a day
Size of homeLarge house with a large garden
GroomingMore than once a week
CoatShort or long (sheds)
LifespanOver 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 Grantham today

As of 8 November 2026, 3 German Shepherds are listed with rescues in and around Grantham on LocalPetFinder: by their listed age, 1 puppy aged 12 months or under and 2 adults.

2 of them are listed as a cross, as the rescue describes it: German Shepherd Cross (2). Breed labels on rescue listings are often a best guess from looks.

The rescues mark 1 as able to live with children and 1 with other dogs. Where a profile says nothing, it doesn't mean no: ask the rescue.

Sources (checked 30 September 2026)

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Breed descriptions are general. Every rescue animal is an individual, so the rescue's own assessment of the animal comes first.

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German Shepherds in Grantham: your questions

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How many rescue German Shepherds are available for adoption in Grantham?

As of 8 November 2026, 3 German Shepherds are listed for adoption in and around Grantham on LocalPetFinder, from Doris Banham Dog Rescue, Jerry Green Dog Rescue and Three Counties Dog Rescue. All are with rescues reachable from Grantham, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

Which rescues near Grantham have German Shepherds right now, and how old are they?

As of 8 November 2026, Three Counties Dog Rescue (at Bourne, about 15 miles away): 1, Jerry Green Dog Rescue (at Blidworth, about 24 miles away): 1 and Doris Banham Dog Rescue (at Cottam, about 28 miles away): 1. By age, that is 1 puppy and 2 adult dogs. The newest was added on 7 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

Where can I adopt a German Shepherd in Grantham?

With the rescue that has the dog. Today the German Shepherds on this page are with Doris Banham Dog Rescue (1), Jerry Green Dog Rescue (1) and Three Counties 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. Most of the 3 German Shepherds listed in and around Grantham today don't say either way, so ask the rescue. 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 Grantham?

The German Shepherds listed in and around Grantham today are with Three Counties Dog Rescue at Bourne, about 15 miles away (1), Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Blidworth, about 24 miles away (1) and Doris Banham Dog Rescue at Cottam, about 28 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 Grantham?

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 Grantham today are with Three Counties Dog Rescue at Bourne, about 15 miles away (1), Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Blidworth, about 24 miles away (1) and Doris Banham Dog Rescue at Cottam, about 28 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 Grantham", 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 Grantham, 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 Grantham today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; the nearest rescue is Three Counties Dog Rescue at Bourne, about 15 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 Grantham?

Yes: 1 puppy of the 3 listed in and around Grantham is 12 months or under by their listed age.

Are there older German Shepherds for adoption in Grantham?

Not right now: none of the 3 listed in and around Grantham 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 Grantham?

As of 8 November 2026, the German Shepherds listed in and around Grantham are with Three Counties Dog Rescue at Bourne, about 15 miles away (1), Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Blidworth, about 24 miles away (1) and Doris Banham Dog Rescue at Cottam, about 28 miles away (1). The nearest to Grantham is Three Counties Dog Rescue at Bourne, about 15 miles away. You can also see German Shepherds across South Kesteven. 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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