German Shepherd Rescue Victoria

24/06/2026

💚𝗔𝗩𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗔𝗗𝗢𝗣𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡💚

A STORMY IS COMING!

Meet Stormy, a gorgeous 6-month-old pocket rocket who is looking for her forever home.
Stormy ended up in the shelter when she was very young and was adopted to a family who had little experience, they’ve returned her to the shelter, who have now asked for our help to find the perfect and final home for this sweet girl.

Stormy is a typical shepherd pup, enthusiastic and ready for fun at a moment’s notice, she loves meeting new people and making friends. Stormy is young and is still learning impulse control, she jumps up when excited and can sn**ch treats, she needs to be given clear boundaries and feedback about what behaviours are acceptable. For this reason, Stormy would be best placed in a home where everyone is over the age of 8 and who have experience living with large breed dogs.

Stormy is clever and loves working for treats, she responds well to positive reinforcement training and wants to please her people. Stormy has been working on her basic commands and her leash skills and manners; however, she is still learning and will need ongoing training. Group obedience classes will allow her to learn and focus under high distraction and socialise in a safe environment.

Stormy will need plenty of stimulation through both physical exercise and mental enrichment, she is entering her teenage phase and when bored, will make her own fun. Enrichment puzzles, training, games and confidence building activities such as agility will all help Stormy to be a fulfilled and happy dog.

Stormy is living with hip dysplasia, right now it is classed as mild and currently requires no intervention, she is not lame and shows no signs of this condition in her day-to-day life. It is a case of ‘wait and see’ how Stormy grows, being so young, her joints and bones are still developing, and whilst she is happy and not in any pain right now, that may change down the track.
We have made the decision to have Stormy join our ‘Medical Adoption’ program; this means that if she ever needs surgery for her hips, GSRV will financially support her family with this, as well as with the ongoing management of her condition. This will be discussed further with her new family.

Stormy gets along well with other dogs, she would benefit from living with an older large breed male who can show her the ropes and teach her, she would also be fine living as the only dog in her new home. Stormy has not been tested with cats or other small pets.

Stormy is a young pup that has been let down by humans, in her short life, she has been in multiple homes and the shelter due to no fault of her own, we are determined to ensure her next move is her last so we can provide this little girl with the consistency and stability she needs to thrive. Pups are a lot of work, but the time and work you put into them, is well worth it in the long run.

To adopt Stormy, please complete an adoption application via our website www.gsrv.com.au or email [email protected] if you are already on our waiting list.

MC: 956000019523537
PER: RE145569

21/06/2026

BRIGHTER DAYS AHEAD?

Today marks the Winter Solstice, the longest night of the year for everyone living south of the equator.

For many of the dogs sitting in pounds tonight, it can feel like the longest wait too; waiting for a foster home, waiting for a second chance, waiting for someone to see their worth.

But the Solstice is also a turning point; from tomorrow, the days grow longer, the light returns, brighter days are ahead.

That's what rescue is all about, being the light when a dog's world feels at its darkest. Opening your home, your heart, and giving them the chance to leave the pound behind and start again.

Many of these dogs pictured below have come from stressful situations and are currently waiting in pounds for a rescue placement. What they need most right now is somewhere safe to land.

Most are looking for foster homes where they can be the only dog, and many need homes without young children. A calm environment where they can finally exhale, decompress, and learn that the world isn't such a scary place.

Tonight marks a turning point, from tomorrow, the days begin to grow longer and brighter.
As we welcome the return of longer days, could you help brighten the future for a dog in need?

Complete a foster application via our website www.gsrv.com.au

20/06/2026

The biggest myths about fostering...

We hear the same reasons for not fostering all the time. Some are understandable, some are myths, and some are simply things people haven't had the chance to learn more about yet.

The truth is that every foster home is different, every foster dog is unique and our team is here to support you every step of the way.
Every foster home helps a rescue dog take the next step towards finding their forever family and makes room for another dog to have a chance.

The biggest myth of all?
"Someone else will do it."

Without foster carers, rescue simply can't happen.
Become a foster carer today, apply via our website www.gsrv.com.au ❤️

Were there any foster myths that surprised you? Or what are some other reasons you don't believe someone can foster? Let us know in the comments 👇🐾

19/06/2026

These are incredibly cheap prices for desexing!

If you have an entire dog or cat at home and are looking to have them desexed at a reasonable price, go and see the team at GV VETS in Shepparton - at this price, it is worth the drive!

🐾 Please do us a favour & SHARE this post 🐾

Our June & July Desexing Promo has already seen almost 150 pets desexed at GV Vets in June so far!
People have travelled from Deniliquin, Melbourne, Bendigo, Wangaratta (and beyond!) to take advantage of these prices.

A lot of people assume there must be a government rebate or council funding involved. There isn’t.

These prices are being offered by GV Vets, funded entirely by our business. They’re not restricted by council area, postcode, concession card or pension status. We simply want to help get more pets desexed, improve their wellbeing and give back to our community.

Please share this post with your local community groups, friends and family. The more people who see it, the more pets we can help. 💛

📞 Bookings are essential: 03 5878 1144
📍 GV Vets, 169 Nixon Street, Shepparton VIC

19/06/2026

Check out 14 month old Kingston!
This gorgeous boy has been staying at Petlodge Yannathan Park where he has been receiving some additional training sessions to work on his handler engagement, recall, dog reactivity, and general obedience skills.

Kingston loves to learn and picks things up so quickly, he is a pocket rocket that is eager to work and have fun whilst training with his humans.
We are looking for a forever home for Kingston; specifically, someone experienced who will continue this foundation training and put in the time and effort into this teenage boy, to get the best out of him.

Kingston is ready and waiting, whilst he loves spending his time with Ange and the staff at Yannathan, a kennel is no place for a young dog to grow up, we need to get him out so and into a loving, dedicated home!

View Kingston's full profile and apply to adopt him via our website www.gsrv.com.au
Email us at [email protected] if you have previously completed an adoption application with us and wish to be considered for this handsome lad!

16/06/2026

This gorgeous 7 year old boy is available for adoption through The Lost Dogs' Home

Rex isn't enjoying life much in the shelter, and is looking for his perfect forever home! Don't let his age fool you, Rex has plenty of energy and enthusiasm, and is extremely clever... this older dog is certainly ready to learn some new tricks!

View his full profile via this link ⬇️
https://dogshome.com/adopt/1163898

Contact LDH if Rex could be the one for you ❤️

15/06/2026

💚𝗔𝗩𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗔𝗗𝗢𝗣𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡💚

NOW STREAMING: YOUR NEW BEST FRIEND, KAYO

Kayo is a gorgeous almost 5-year-old German Shepherd whose world has been turned upside down after the passing of his human. No family came forward to claim Kayo, he is now in the shelter very confused and is looking for a forever home where he can start again.

Kayo is a very friendly boy, he loves meeting new people especially if they have treats or a toy handy, he is confident and gentle with all interactions and enjoys pats, leaning in for more. Whilst Kayo doesn’t have much experience with kids, his gentle and calm demeanour suggests he would likely be suited to most family dynamics.

Kayo has clearly been very loved; he has had time and effort put into him and has great foundation skills as a result including recall and basic commands; he is also crate and toilet trained. Kayo engages well with humans and picks things up easily, he loves to learn and is motivated by both food and toys. Kayo would love to continue his training in his new home, learning new skills with his humans is a great way to form a strong bond.

Kayo’s leash skills need work, he is a large, strong dog that will pull hard when he wants to reach something of interest and is also reactive to other dogs, he will need a strong handler that is capable of handling Kayo and engaging him when he is distracted.

Kayo hasn’t had much exposure to dogs and has shown he doesn’t like other dogs being around, he will react to other dogs at a distance and escalates the closer they get. Kayo needs to keep away from other dogs, he will need to work on his reactivity with his new human, the goal being to ignore others and keep calm when he sees them out and about. We highly recommend Kayo works with a trainer to achieve this goal and make walks an enjoyable experience regardless of if another dog walks past.
Kayo has not been tested with cats or other small animals.

This gorgeous big boof head has so much to offer the right family; he is generally very well behaved and has a good foundation of training and skills with a eagerness to please his humans and have fun. Kayo is craving interaction and affection and is ready to be an inside family member who is loved unconditionally.

To adopt Kayo, please complete an adoption application via our website www.gsrv.com.au or email [email protected] if you are already on our waiting list.

MC: 953010005663036
PER: RE146569
Location: Melbourne

13/06/2026

🐾Donations needed at wat djerring Animal Facility 🐾

The team at wat djerring Animal Facility are in need of donations for the furry friends in their care 🐶🐱

Items they are in need of include:
✅Newspaper ++
✅Towels
✅Blankets
✅Bedding
✅Sheets
✅Pet toys and or pre-loved teddies in good condition

Your generosity helps us keep our animals warm, comfortable, and enriched during one of our busiest times of the year. Any donations are greatly appreciated and can be dropped off at👇

📍20 Companion Place, Epping

⏰During open hours: https://bit.ly/4h9dQem

13/06/2026

Our friends at Forever Friends Animal Rescue are looking for a foster carer for gorgeous 4.5 year old Jethro.

Jethro is looking for a quiet adults only foster or foster to adopt home where he can be the only pet.

"Jethro is a very clever boy who thrives on routine and enrichment. He loves playing fetch, searching for his toys and proudly bringing them back. Reward-based training has been a great way to build his confidence, and he particularly enjoys sniffing games and activities that keep his mind busy.
While he can be cautious when meeting new people, those who earn his trust are rewarded with a truly affectionate companion. Once Jethro feels comfortable, he's incredibly sweet and loving, happily seeking out pats, belly rubs and even full-body hugs."

Check out Jethro's full profile via the link below and reach out to FFAR if you can help this gorgeous boy ❤️

https://www.petrescue.com.au/listings/1197396

11/06/2026

Attention NSW Friends!!!

Our friends at Sydney Dogs and Cats Home have had a recent influx of shepherds, they've asked us to help these beautiful dogs, but unfortunately all of our resources are tied up with shepherds in pounds here in Vic!

Please share to get these pups the exposure they need to find their shepherd loving forever homes ❤️

View their full profiles here: https://sydneydogsandcatshome.org/adopt/