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Virginia German Shepherd Rescue, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, all volunteer organization dedicated to the
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basic immunizations, are microchipped and are spayed/neutered prior to adoption. We look forward to a day when our work will be done but until then, and with your support, we will continue to serve our wonderful German Shepherd breed, in the best way possible.

20/01/2025

This handsome hunk is Jennings 6831. This 3-4 year old boy has a regal stature and is exceptionally intelligent. He came into VGSR from a deep south shelter as an urgent intake because like so many shelters, there was no space and he was going to be euthanized. When he came to my home he immediately took to my pups and just wanted to be part of the pack. He is fabulous with other dogs, female and male. He is energetic and playful and yet can chill and relax. His favorite activity is playing ball. He would make a great hiking buddy and would love to join you in your outdoor adventures. He stays close and has a terrific recall. He is just as loyal to his human pack and will make a great companion. He is very affectionate (on his terms lol) and will rest his head on you when he wants attention and he will also rest his head on the other dogs for attention - it's quite endearing and cute! Jennings is good meeting strangers and is friendly. He would do best in a mature home with no small children. He is house trained and crate trained. Jennings is a strong-willed, large boy who needs an experienced adopter who can provide boundaries as he will push them! Vgsr.org

18/01/2025

Don't forget!!! Come see us TOMORROW, Sunday, January 19th:

We have an adoption event scheduled at the PetSmart in Newport News.

Location: 12142 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23602

Date and time: Sunday, January 19th, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Find out what we are about, meet our AWESOME volunteers, learn how to foster, adopt, volunteer, and/or donate, and best of all, meet these wonderful dogs and pups waiting for their forever homes:

JJ: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=20804669

Koko: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=21040070

Shiraz: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=21153283

One or two more may be attending, but you have to stop by to find out! Please share, and we will see you there.

18/01/2025

Don't forget! Come see us TOMORROW, Saturday, January 18th:

We have an adoption event scheduled at the PetSmart in Potomac Yard/ Alexandria, VA

LOCATION: 3351 Richmond Hwy.; Alexandria, VA 22305

DATE AND TIME: Saturday, January 18th from 11:00 am. to 2:00 p.m.

Find out what we are about, meet our AWESOME volunteers, learn how to foster, adopt, volunteer, and/or donate, and best of all, meet these sweet dogs waiting for their forever homes:

Buddy: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=21069020

Grover: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=21203303

Lucy: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=21179891

Maybe one or two more! See you then and please share this post and bring your friends.

17/01/2025

Twizzler 6858 wishes you a HAPPY FRIDAY FRIENDS!!! 🐾

14/01/2025

Koko 6944 is a pretty girl who is a little timid at first but with time and patience she warms up just fine. She just turned 1 year old and is cute as can be! She is good with other dogs especially puppies. She is good in the house and is crate trained. Koko is okay around children but no cats. Vgsr.org

13/01/2025

Twizzler 6858 has had a wild ride in her short life. At two years of age she has already experienced failure at the hands of humans when she was seized as part of a cruelty case and ended up spending over a month in a high kill shelter. Shortly after the case was finalized she made it to the euthanasia list, a common occurrence in Carolina shelters. Twizzler arrived at the shelter severely underweight and heart worm+. She still has a ways to go to be her ideal weight but she has completed her doxycycline treatment and now just receives a monthly heartworm prevention to continue treating her heart worms. It will take some time but she will eventually test negative on the current treatment plan. Despite the suffering she has experienced this sable stunner LOVES people and aims to please. She has a tender nature and takes treats gently. She knows "sit" but doesn't have much obedience training beyond that. She needs to learn leash manners. She is a good natured girl with playful energy and a fun spirit! She is your typical velcro shepherd, when your feet hit the floor she's ready to follow you wherever you go. She is crate trained and house trained. Twizzler did well with all dogs in the shelter but tends to have a rougher play style and can be an instigator during play with certain dogs. She does very well with neutral dogs that do not want to engage in play. A meet and greet with any other dogs will be required! Vgsr.org

13/01/2025

Leroy 6922 is an absolutely stunning 2 year old boy who is a work in progress with plenty of potential. He gets along with other dogs but can play a bit rough. Leroy is well-behaved in the house and crate-trained. He needs a quieter home with a fenced yard to burn off energy and would do best without cats or children. Vgsr.org

12/01/2025

Meet Storm 6493, a beautiful 2 yr old black German shepherd! She is very gentle, but unfortunately due to her past she is very skittish and apprehensive about people. She came as an owner surrender who had 8 dogs, so she would do best with someone who had a smaller, gentle older dog that can show her the ropes. Her gentle spirit and softness is what makes her stands out!

She is crate trained, and tends to prefer men. She has a very kind soul, and is looking for someone who is patient and understands she will need time to blossom. She has a lot of love to give, but just needs the right person to show her unconditional love. Vgsr.org

11/01/2025

Meet Jewels 6952, a 1 yr old 45lb GSD mix that has a very sweet, gentle demeanor mixed in with a goofy young spirit! She knows basic commands, and is house broken, crate trained but would benefit from additional training to help her grow into the wonderful family dog she yearns to be!

She is incredibly friendly—hasn’t met a stranger, and would love someone who likes to go out and do things! She is very friendly to everyone, sweet and submissive. Her ideal home would have younger dog that she could play with and run off the puppy energy in a fenced yard. She is great with other dogs, and while hasn’t been cat tested, her foster mom thinks it’d be fine as she doesn’t have a huge prey drive. She does great with kids (currently being fostered with an infant), but when excited she does jump up— so older kids, or in a situation where training is done immediately.

Jewels has a heart of gold, loves to be affectionate and is eager to learn more! She is very treat motivated, and is just waiting to find her forever family! Vgsr.org

11/01/2025

Look who is feeling MUCH better and enjoying the snow! Sweet Pumpkin 6620! She has recovered from her heart surgery and is much more vibrant nowadays!!! Vgsr.org

11/01/2025

Don't forget! Come see us TOMORROW, Saturday, January 11th:

We have an adoption event scheduled at the PetSmart in Central Park in Fredericksburg.

Location: 1421 Carl D Silver Parkway, Fredericksburg, VA 22401.

Date and time: Saturday, January 11th, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Find out what we are about, meet our AWESOME volunteers, learn how to foster, adopt, volunteer, and/or donate, and.....

Don't let a little snow keep you away from meeting these great dogs and puppies that will be at this event, waiting for their forever homes:

Ada: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=21171602

Arrow/Arlo: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=20232222

Harlem: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=20131367

JJ: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=20804669

Juno: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=20919577

Koko: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=21040070

Pumpkin: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=20970380

Puppy 6959: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=21174482

Puppy 6960: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=21174481

Red: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=21088870

Rosie: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=21129115

Spice: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=20970384

See you there! and please share!

10/01/2025

Hey Fredericksburg friends! As of right now we are still planning to have our event at the PetSmart in Central Park from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm tomorrow. If we need to cancel, we’ll make another post. Hopefully we’ll be able to have the event as we’ve got some awesome fosters coming! Stay tuned for that post!

10/01/2025

Star Wars fandom lists the human Boba Fett as “being a fearsome bounty hunter, a simple man of few words, compassionate and above all, a survivor.” The canine Boba Fetch 6520 is much the same—a quiet, compassionate, survivor. And although perhaps not exactly a bounty hunter in the normal sense, he CAN find piece of cheese anywhere in the galaxy.

Boba is still a little underweight but we are working on getting him into top shape. He’s not very food motivated (unless it’s the aforementioned cheese), but this boy lives for your approval and praise and will run to the moon and back to make that happen.

I’ve not had Boba long, but here is what I know; this boy doesn’t require much to be happy and gives so much back in return. He is a goofy lovebug first thing in the morning and wants to play fetch even before eating his breakfast. After that early burst of energy he is a calm, quiet and extremely loving companion. Once he is comfortable with you, expect 65 pounds of German shepherd in your lap—literally—while watching a movie. I’m not sure, but I think he prefers Star Wars movies.

Boba needs a little work on leash training, he still pulls but if you come to a full halt he will remember he’s not supposed to do that and will stop. He can also get a little “mouthy” while playing but is very quickly learning that even though he’s being gentle, he’s not allowed to “play” with human hands.He sometimes forgets himself and tries to stand up to give you a hug when he is excited but we are working on that, too. But he’s a young boy with limitless potential who catches on super fast.

Boba is extremely intelligent so will thrive and blossom with consistent training. Extra points if you like to go on long walks or hiking—he’s got a curious nature and adores exploring everything in his galaxy.

07/01/2025

Looking for a Shepherd with all the traditional traits in a smaller manageable size? Meet Arrow/Arlo 6727, he is approx 2 years old and weighs 46 lbs. He is very athletic, agile, quick, and loves to play with our other dogs. He is very affectionate, eager to please, intelligent, and has had good training. Like all young adults his excitement level sometimes exceeds his training level and he jumps for joy seeing his person, but responds well to “off” and “sit” till he regains control. He has expressed interest in our cats, but has not tried to attack them. Dog savy cats that stand their ground would be OK with him.

He rides great in the car, protests only mildly when put into his crate especially if he feels he is being left out of a family activity, is house trained and sleeps well through the night..

His ideal adopter would be an active family that takes their dog with them everywhere, and is willing to continue his training and continue to challenge him. Hikes, runs, hanging around outside, snuggles on the couch, he is all in. Did I mention he is very affectionate. Vgsr.org

05/01/2025

Don't forget! Come see us TOMORROW: (Sunday Jan 5th)

We are having our rescue event at the PETSMART in Chantilly.

Location:13866 Metrotech Drive, Chantilly, VA 20151

Date and time: SUNDAY, January 5th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Find out what we are about, meet our AWESOME volunteers, learn how to foster, adopt, volunteer, and/or donate, and best of all, meet these wonderful dogs and puppies waiting for their forever homes:

Oz: (11am-1pm) https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=21171413

JJ: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=20804669

Koko: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=21040070

Widdle: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=20978394

Puppy 6958: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=21174484

Puppy 6959: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=21174482

Puppy 6960: https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=21174481

Aladar: (11am-12pm) https://www.vgsr.org/animals/detail?AnimalID=21170629

See you then! Please share on your pages and tell your family and friends. Thanks!

04/01/2025

Lilith has been found SAFE! Thank you everyone who helped by watching cameras, reporting sightings and the team on the ground who worked tirelessly to lure and trap her! We are grateful for the village!

02/01/2025

We are working with a trapper to help secure Lilith in WOODBRIDGE. Please DO NOT CHASE her. Tell anyone you see not to chase her, this is doing more harm than good. The most important thing is reporting sightings immediately to Samantha (703) 489-4039 and details: was she running walking, was leash attached, was she injured etc

01/01/2025

WE NEED YOUR HELP. Lilith got loose after a transport today. She escaped within the last 30 minutes in WOODBRIDGE in the Qualls Lane area. She had a black leash attached to her pink collar. Please share and help us locate Lilith. Call Samantha (703) 489-4039 with any information or sightings. You can also message us here. Second photo is from today.

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Twizzler 6858 wishes you a HAPPY FRIDAY FRIENDS!!! 🐾

Look who is feeling MUCH better and enjoying the snow! Sweet Pumpkin 6620! She has recovered from her heart surgery and is much more vibrant nowadays!!! Vgsr.org

Today is #GivingTuesday! It is a global day of donating to a worthy cause. As a 501c(3) non-profit rescue, we depend on the donations of our supporters! Help us continue making an impact and saving countless dogs! Here are just a handful of photos of dogs your donations have helped us save, provide surgeries for along with vetting and supplies such as food. Thank you for supporting us!

Bernie and Birdie are the dynamic duo. This pair really is something else. Bernie has gained over 20lbs and has a beautiful coat of fur coming in nicely! Birdie is looking beautiful as ever and her ears and eyes have healed so nicely. They are finishing their second round of antibiotics and are starting to look for potential adopters. These two love each other dearly. We would love to keep them together. They are fantastic dogs! #adoptme #Dynamicduo #germanshepherddog #togetherforever

Meet our sweet, beautiful Miss Shauri 6351. She had a rough start in life – bred, starved, and then dumped at shelter. Happily, VGSR stepped in and this once 32 pound, skeleton with fur is now a happy, cutie at just over a healthy 60 pounds. She loves being outside with her person or just following them around in standard shepherd fashions. She is high energy so a good size yard for her to stretch her legs, chase a ball is a must. She is house and crate trained, does well in a car, loves running and balls, and is sharing a home with 2 adults, no kids, four resident dogs (all female, 3 close to her age), 5 cats, 2 fish and has been doing well with all of them. She is normally pretty quiet but does have a good bark, especially if one of ours starts things – she will add her voice. VGSR.org

Sellen 6787! #adoptme #germanshepherd #bestgirl #bestfriend #loveme #virgínia

We love these videos of Miss Hilda 6321 aka “Murphy” absolutely loving life and having fun splashing! This is how summer days should be spent. Not a care in the world 🐾🐾🐾. #waterdog #adoptme #germanshepherd #rescue #splash #summer #dogsofinstagram

Alf 6362 is still waiting for an adopter to come scoop him up! Such a fun and sweet guy!

Hilda 6321 aka “Murphy” is getting into the summer vibes! She’s got the right idea on this HOT day!

Need some spice in your life? Hilda 6321 aka “Murphy” is an adventure girl who loves walking, hiking and swimming! She had her first river swim today and it was a success! She also enjoys playing in sprinklers! This young girl is 1 year old, crate trained, house trained and gives the best tail wags and kisses!

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Our Story is how we help German Shepherds in need find their Forever Homes.

Our foster dogs are well taken care of while they are in rescue, receiving love, attention and necessary medical care. Often, this is the first opportunity our dogs have had to love and be loved. Our foster parents spend significant time and effort socializing the dogs and working to bring out the best in our canine family. Unless there are age or health limitations, our foster dogs receive their basic immunizations, are microchipped and are spayed/neutered prior to adoption. We look forward to a day when our work will be done, but until then, and with your support, we will continue to serve our wonderful German Shepherd breed, in the best way possible. We are honored to work with GSDs and GSD-loving people in the VA/MD/DC area. Thank you for helping us help these dogs. We couldn’t do it without our wonderful community.

We are always looking for qualified foster providers. Since we do not kennel our dogs, we rely on people opening their homes to provide care, love, and attention for our GSDs. We train and mentor our foster providers and we are always available to help. We also need volunteers to help in many other areas, such as attend adoption events, help with transport for the dogs, do administrative tasks, or take photos. These are only a few of the many necessary things that have to be done to make this rescue successful. If you are interested in helping, visit our website at www.vgsr.org and apply to become a foster provider and a volunteer today.

We also need donations! It’s yet another way to help us help the dogs. To make a donation, visit our website and donate today.

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