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German Shepherd Rescue Dogs & Puppies for Adoption in Nottinghamshire

There are 2 German Shepherds looking for a new home in Nottinghamshire right now, listed by Doris Banham Dog Rescue and Jerry Green Dog Rescue. Includes German Shepherd crosses.

By listed age: 1 puppy and 1 adult. By size, as the rescues list them: 1 medium and 1 large.

Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.

1 German Shepherd puppy available in Nottinghamshire

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

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Kie, german shepherd for adoption in CottamNEW

Kie

Adult • Male • German Shepherd

Largehigh energy
Doris Banham Dog Rescue· Cottam
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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
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Also near Nottinghamshire

More German Shepherds with rescues outside Nottinghamshire, within about 25 miles. Each card shows the town the animal is in and the straight-line distance from the centre of Nottinghamshire.

Louie, german shepherd cross labrador retriever for adoption in Dronfield

Louie

1 year, 2 months • Male • German Shepherd Cross Labrador Retriever

Largehigh energy
Can live with:Children
Chesterfield Animal Rescue

In foster near Dronfield · 23 miles

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German Shepherds near Nottinghamshire right now

2 German Shepherds are listed in or around Nottinghamshire today, with 2 rescues. By age: 1 puppy and 1 adult dog. 1 is male and 1 female. The newest was added on 5 November 2026.

  • Doris Banham Dog Rescue at Cottam: 1 German Shepherd
  • Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Blidworth: 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.

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.

German Shepherds in Nottinghamshire: your questions

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

As of 8 November 2026, 2 German Shepherds are listed for adoption in Nottinghamshire on LocalPetFinder, from Doris Banham Dog Rescue and Jerry Green Dog Rescue. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

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

As of 8 November 2026, Doris Banham Dog Rescue (at Cottam): 1 and Jerry Green Dog Rescue (at Blidworth): 1. By age, that is 1 puppy and 1 adult dog. The newest was added on 5 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

Where can I adopt a German Shepherd in Nottinghamshire?

With the rescue that has the dog. Today the German Shepherds on this page are with Doris Banham Dog 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 1 of the 2 German Shepherds listed in Nottinghamshire 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 Nottinghamshire?

The German Shepherds listed in Nottinghamshire today are with Doris Banham Dog Rescue at Cottam (1) and Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Blidworth (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 Nottinghamshire?

No. We don't list animals for sale. Every German Shepherd on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. The 2 German Shepherds listed in Nottinghamshire today are with Doris Banham Dog Rescue at Cottam (1) and Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Blidworth (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 Nottinghamshire", 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 Nottinghamshire, or one under £500?

Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Of the 2 German Shepherds listed in Nottinghamshire today, each shows its rescue's fee on the profile; the nearest rescue is Doris Banham Dog Rescue at Cottam. 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 Nottinghamshire?

Yes: 1 puppy of the 2 listed in Nottinghamshire is 12 months or under by their listed age.

Are there older German Shepherds for adoption in Nottinghamshire?

Not right now: none of the 2 listed in Nottinghamshire 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 Nottinghamshire?

As of 8 November 2026, the German Shepherds listed in Nottinghamshire are with Doris Banham Dog Rescue at Cottam (1) and Jerry Green Dog Rescue at Blidworth (1). The nearest to Nottinghamshire is Doris Banham Dog Rescue at Cottam. Because there are only a few here, we also show German Shepherds from rescues within 25 miles under "Also near Nottinghamshire", each with its town and distance. 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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