GSD Rescue Indy

GSD Rescue Indy Located in Indianapolis IN, GSD Rescue Indy is a private, no-kill shelter dedicated to saving the GSD breed. Located in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Specializing in fearful, feral, medical, senior, and behavioral, the rescue/sanctuary has saved over 1400 dogs since 2011. German Shepherd Rescue Indy's mission is to save hard-to adopt purebred GSDs in kill shelters in the tri-state area.

06/11/2026

Last week I had mentioned that the rescue was having issues with internet with Xfinity. In the meantime, the rescue bought Starlink for the kennel.

Based on customer service, efficiency, knowledge, quality of equipment, installation procedures, I would recommend Starlink 1000% over Xfinity.

Xfinity doesn’t even come close. And, currently the Xfinity internet is down until 11:30am. I’ve had it for less than two weeks and it’s already down. Filed a complaint with Xfinity about their installer as he drilled in the side of the house and ran the cable down the middle of the house, in front of a window, versus along the bottom, like a normal person. They still have not had anyone come out.

Starlink is the future. No cables to route, the modem is about as big as an iPhone Max and thinner. The installation took about 40 minutes. The technician was local, verified before drilling and service has been perfect.

Any work I wanted to accomplish will have to wait until Noon. Or, I have to walk up to the kennel and bring my laptop.

Wanted to share since so many commented on how they loved Starlink. I totally agree.

06/10/2026

It’s HOT today. I will email everyone who is waiting on me late today. Gotta put the dog’s safety as top priority. And, as luck will have it, the house AC is out and the new used minivan has the engine light on. Havent even bought the license plates yet. Tom Wood Group. 🙁

Lots of updates to share!

Yesterday was HOT. I was only letting out 6-7 shepherds outside at a time yesterday due to the 94 degree heat index. No...
06/08/2026

Yesterday was HOT. I was only letting out 6-7 shepherds outside at a time yesterday due to the 94 degree heat index. Normally, I have about 27 outside at one time. It took a very long time to run them all so I fed the dogs very late. While I was washing food bowls, I glanced over at new girl, Ilse (formerly Daniel from Downey Animal Care Center, CA).

She was completely out. Her belly was full and the kennel was finally nice and quiet after a long hot day.

As I kept looking back at her, I had this horrible thought that if any one thing went wrong when Wings of Rescue, Giuliana Rancic, Isabel Bobby Dean, transporter Bernardo, Karla Matthews or if Desi Lara never posted the video of her in urgent need, Ilse would not be in this kennel.

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My mind went to the horrible places that I wouldn’t allow when we were in the thick of trying to save her, get her to the airport, and fit her into the airplane.

I thought of her lifeless body, instead of this sweet angel so eager to give love and affection. I quickly reprimanded myself for “going there” and paused to appreciate how it all worked out for the good.

While some see cages, rescues see space well-purposed and lives saved. Yes, of course if money allowed, the kennels would be the most expensive available. They would have anti-fighting panels built in, but we are blessed beyond measure regardless.

Heck, I still look around the farm and think how grateful we are to have the space. When the dogs run full throttle in the huge open area without a leash, with pounding hearts, and silly grins, who needs the most expensive things?

We have everything we need. Call it a kennel or cage, it doesn’t matter. It’s a place that ultimately provides a chance to live.

06/07/2026

Today is Sunday and the rescue is closed. All communication will be answered Monday. Enjoy this day of rest.

Stay cool! The shepherds hate the heat so I try and not get distracted during extreme weather so they are all outside for a limited time.

See you Monday with updates!

Why give $5 to this rescue on Friday?•The rescue is also a sanctuary that cares for seniors and long-term medical for th...
06/05/2026

Why give $5 to this rescue on Friday?

•The rescue is also a sanctuary that cares for seniors and long-term medical for their entire lives. They also require cremation services when they sadly pass. They require food and vet care for many years, not just days, weeks, or months.

•The rescue is a physical shelter that requires thousands of dollars a month to maintain (ground maintenance of 6 acres, insurance, kennel costs, kennel supplies and employee wages. Foster-based rescues have none of these costs.

Did you know that kennel disinfectant costs $50 a gallon? You thought gas for your car was expensive.

Dog treats for one day is over $100.
Dog food for one day is $160.

Vet care this week: Thelma. Urinary tract infection with a stubborn case of giardia. Cost was $56 for antibiotics and $150 in Panacur. Vet exam and urinalysis and f***l: over $200.

As consumer of social media, we are inundated with information and over-stimulated. We have been trained to absorb information as quickly as possible and go into the next video. It’s the way of the new world.

Please pause and remember, we are not just videos with trending music or pictures that ultimately fails to completely capture the shepherds’ greatness. We are a non-profit competing for donations among thousands of others. We are in it for the long-haul; until the very last senior shepherd passes.

The national well-known animal welfare organizations such as The Humane Society and Best Friends Society CEOs, CFO, VP and Presidents have benefits, days off, personal time off, sick days, and vacations. I highly doubt that any of them would accept $5 per hour and work 80+ hours a week consistently. I will.

These same organizations bring in mega-corporations as donors. This rescue has no major sponsorship. It depends on other German Shepherd Dog lovers who want to be a part of saving their lives.

If you’d like to help the rescue/sanctuary/shelter continue to provide wide-open spaces, fresh country air, and a place to literally save their lives, please consider becoming a subscriber, set up monthly donations via PayPal, or simply donate when you’re able.

We also accept prayers for strength and resilience. Miracles are real. This rescue is a testament.

Here’s how to give today:
(preferred) Zelle: [email protected]
PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=35TEHBD9VQPDC

Pictured is bonded mates: Maggie & Donner. Rescued from Stockton, CA.

To those who give every Friday, THANK YOU!!

06/05/2026

New friends! Grimm & Star

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Indianapolis, IN

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Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm

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