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This page was formerly known as Friends of Puget Sound Doberescue.

Located in Seattle, Washington and adopting to the Pacific Northwest, our community is of people that have adopted Dobermans through SPDR or are fans and supporters of doberman rescue and SPDR. Seattle Purebred Dog Rescue (Doberman Pinschers), is a volunteer-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to placing unwanted and abandoned Doberman Pinschers into new homes. It is our goal to find forever homes for adoptable Doberman Pinschers in the Puget Sound region and in our care. We aim to widen our foster home network so that dogs in transition can be as comfortable as possible.

10/13/2026

We currently have a couple male Dobermans available in the Seattle, Washington area that have not been getting any interest.
Please consider putting in an application to adopt!

Adopt- https://forms.spdrdogs.org/Adoption

This is Riley.
At a majestic 100 lbs, 7 year old Riley is a striking red Doberman with a unique white "crest of immortality" stripe down his chest. He is neutered, fully vaccinated, crate-trained, and completely housebroken.
Riley is being rehomed through no fault of his own after his owner suffered a stroke and could no longer keep up with his exercise needs. It is incredibly clear he has been deeply loved and highly trained!

The Good Stuff
Highly Trained: He knows sit, down, heel, stay, and come thanks to professional private training.
Perfect Passenger: He rides beautifully and calmly in the car.
Kid-Friendly: Riley is friendly with strangers and has a history of being incredibly gentle with children. However, since there has been some resource guarding reported, we recommend a home with older, dog savvy children.
Affectionate: He is playful, loving, and his absolute favorite thing in the world is a good bully stick.

His Ideal Home
Because Riley is a big, powerful boy, he needs an experienced handler who understands the breed:
Other Dogs: He can be dog-reactive on leash due to fear (not aggression), though he has lived peacefully with other dogs, including two very small dogs. He just needs slow, supervised introductions.
Prey Drive: Riley has a strong prey drive. He cannot go to a home with chickens, or livestock. Interestingly, he has successfully lived with an indoor cat before, but a small-animal-free home is safest.
The Perfect Match: A patient, structured home that can provide him with the mental stimulation and exercise he deserves.

09/24/2026

We currently have a couple Dobermans available in the Seattle, Washington area. Please consider putting in an application to adopt!

Adopt- https://forms.spdrdogs.org/Adoption

Meet Luca! He is a stunning 6-year-old, 77lb blue boy with a heart as big as his personality.
When someone knocks at the door, Luca doesn’t bark, he grabs a toy and comes greeting you with a full-body wag! He is a certified cuddle bug who grew up raised around children, making him wonderfully social, affectionate, and loving with people.

What Makes Luca Special:
Smart & Well-Trained: Knows off-leash recall, "place," "heel," "stay," and "break." His recall is super sharp when listening to his human!

Foodie with Class: Don't bother with store-bought treats, Luca turns his nose up at them! He prefers healthy snacks like fresh apples, carrots, broccoli, hard-boiled eggs, and bananas with peanut butter.

House-Trained & Polite: Crate-trained, housebroken, and content to rest quietly indoors while you're away.

Active & Fun: Loves long runs and walks, meets farm animals (like horses and sheep) calmly, and just wants to play.

What He Needs in a Home:
An Active Companion: Luca thrives on exercise! He’s looking for a family or individual ,who can give him the active lifestyle he loves.

Snuggle Buddy: During thunderstorms or fireworks, a ThunderShirt and a little comfort turn him right into a cozy cuddle bug.

Consistent Boundaries: He loves sneaking onto the couch for a nap if you let him!
Luca’s loving owner experienced a major life change after losing his wife and can no longer give Luca the dedicated daily exercise and time he truly deserves. Luca will come neutered, up to date on all shots, microchipped, and fully ready to devote himself entirely to his new forever family.

Luca is having some typical Dilution Alopecia symptoms, so someone who has experience managing blue dobie skin issues is a plus for this boy!

09/06/2026

This is a courtesy post, we have no additional information. If interested, please reach out to happytailshappyhomesrescue , located in Bellingham, WA:

https://www.happytailshappyhomes.org/adoptable-dogs &page=shelterluv_wrap_1728078734800%2Fembed%2Fanimal%2FHTHH-A-10126

Arthur is a sweetheart with lots of personality. He is a happy, hoppy, goofball that loves his people and stuffed duck. :) House trained and crate trained of course! He is a king of being loose and unsupervised in the house. He also rules at sit and wait, and working on enlarging his command base as we speak! He loves his people but is still working on his impulse control. He has not been around children but, due to his size, older kids would best for this guy. He is working on manners with people and dogs. He is also learning to share his toys, he would probably be best as an only dog, but the right female dog may work. He has genetic alopecia so he will need a little extra skin care and lots of sun shirts and winter sweaters, which make him that much more adorable!

He is a 5–6 year old Doberman who has come a long way from being found emaciated, nearly bald, and suffering from a skin infection as a stray. With good food, supplements, and care, his coat is coming back and his goofy Doberman personality is shining through.

Arthur is a classic Velcro Doberman — affectionate, playful, and happiest right by your side. He enjoys training, treadmill workouts, and is working hard on his house manners and potty training after what appears to have been a life mostly outdoors.

He’ll need a Doberman-savvy home, continued structure, and someone who appreciates a loyal shadow with a heart of gold.

07/20/2026

We currently have a couple Doberman Males available in the Seattle, Washington area. Please consider putting in an application to adopt!

Adopt- https://forms.spdrdogs.org/Adoption

This is Riley.
Location: Currently in Lacey, WA
At a majestic 100 lbs, 7 year old Riley is a striking red Doberman with a unique white "crest of immortality" stripe down his chest. He is neutered, fully vaccinated, crate-trained, and completely housebroken.
Riley is being rehomed through no fault of his own after his owner suffered a stroke and could no longer keep up with his exercise needs. It is incredibly clear he has been deeply loved and highly trained!

The Good Stuff

Highly Trained: He knows sit, down, heel, stay, and come thanks to professional private training.

Perfect Passenger: He rides beautifully and calmly in the car.

Kid-Friendly: Riley is friendly with strangers and has a history of being incredibly gentle with children. However, since there has been some resource guarding reported, we recommend a home with older, dog savvy children.

Affectionate: He is playful, loving, and his absolute favorite thing in the world is a good bully stick.

His Ideal Home
Because Riley is a big, powerful boy, he needs an experienced handler who understands the breed:

Other Dogs: He can be dog-reactive on leash due to fear (not aggression), though he has lived peacefully with other dogs, including two very small dogs. He just needs slow, supervised introductions.

Prey Drive: Riley has a strong prey drive. He cannot go to a home with chickens, or livestock. Interestingly, he has successfully lived with an indoor cat before, but a small-animal-free home is safest.

The Perfect Match: A patient, structured home that can provide him with the mental stimulation and exercise he deserves.

07/13/2026

ADOPTED! 🥳

Smokey: The Ultimate Loyal Companion
Breed: 2-Year-Old Fawn Doberman Pinscher (approximately 80 lbs)
Location: Currently in Sammamish, WA
Personality: Exceptionally sweet, affectionate velcro-dog, house-trained
Ideal Home: Experienced Doberman/working-breed handler; dedicated to stability

The Sweetest Boy Who Deserves the World
If you are looking for a true shadow, a soulmate in dog form, and an incredibly affectionate companion, look no further than Smokey. This stunning fawn boy is the absolute definition of a loyal companion, the true "Velcro dog" who wants nothing more than to be right by your side. He is house-trained, eager to please, and has already mastered several commands!
Tragically, Smokey has had a rough start in life. He was originally found as a starving stray, and while he has gained all his weight back and is completely healthy, he has recently been let down by humans yet again. Through absolutely no fault of his own, he found himself back in our care after an adoption where the family simply didn't have the time or commitment he deserved. Smokey is a resilient, wonderful boy, and we are fiercely committed to ensuring his next move is his true forever home. He cannot be bounced around anymore.
Understanding His Needs & Instincts
Smokey is doing exactly what his breed was born to do: love and protect his human. Because of his background and his natural Doberman instincts, he does show some protective reactivity. He just needs an experienced handler who knows how to channel and direct that loyalty appropriately.
With People & Kids: Absolute mush. He is sweet, loving, and has done great with kids of all ages!
With Other Dogs: Smokey has a nuanced history. He has lived peacefully with other dogs in the past and has played wonderfully with them in public settings. However, after being attacked by a resident dog in a previous environment, he can display unpredictable aggression and selectivity toward other dogs, primarily driven by a desire to protect his owner.
The Management: While he can socialize with other dogs, any interactions require a very careful, experienced, and vigilant handler. He would thrive beautifully as an only pet, or with a savvy owner who understands dog boundaries and management.
With Cats: His history with cats is unknown, so a feline-free home is required.
What Smokey's Perfect Forever Home Looks Like
Smokey needs an experienced Doberman or working-breed handler who understands the breed's intelligence, loyalty, and protective nature. He needs a structured environment where he can decompress, feel secure, and know that you have everything under control so he doesn't feel the need to protect you.
In return, Smokey will give you the kind of fierce, unwavering devotion that only a Doberman can offer. He is a truly special dog who has been let down by the world, yet his heart remains completely open.
📢 Ready to give Smokey the stable, loving home he has always deserved?
Please contact complete an application here:
https://forms.spdrdogs.org/Adoption/

07/05/2026

UPDATE: ADOPTED!!
🛑 Myth Busting: "You Can't Teach an Old Dog New Tricks" (Doberman Edition!) 🐾
Think a 2 or 3-year-old Doberman is "set in their ways"? Think again!
One of the biggest heartbreaks in rescue is seeing incredible young adult dogs get passed over because people assume they’ve missed the training boat. Let’s set the record straight: at 2 to 3 years old, a Doberman is just getting started.
Here is why a young adult Doberman might actually be the perfect addition to your family:
The "Velcro" Factor is Real: Dobermans are famous for bonding intensely with their humans. Whether they are 8 weeks or 3 years old, once they know you are their person, their loyalty is absolute. They want to please you.
The Brain is Fully Cooked: Puppies are cute, but their attention spans are microscopic. A 2 or 3-year-old Doberman has the mental maturity to focus, process commands, and learn new routines much faster than a biting, chaotic puppy.
What You See Is What You Get: With an adult dog, their baseline personality, size, and energy level are already established. No guessing games!
The Truth: Dogs are evolutionary masters at adapting to new packs and routines. A 2-year-old Doberman isn’t "old"—they are in their absolute prime, house-trained (usually!), and bursting with untapped potential.
If you’ve been dreaming of a loyal, intelligent guardian and companion, don't let a number on a shelter intake form scare you off. Your future best friend might just be waiting for you to show them how great life can be.
❤️ Have you adopted a young adult or senior Dobie? Drop your photos and success stories in the comments to show everyone what they're missing out on!
If you're interested in learning more about Louis, please see his post for further information. Link in the comments ⬇️⬇️

06/29/2026

UPDATE: She has been adopted.

This is not an SPDR dog, it is a courtesy post. We have no further information.

This beautiful girl is at PAWS in Lynnwood, WA. She's been in the shelter for over a month. Please inquire to PAWS of Lynnwood, WA.

If interested in her please use the link below to apply. https://pawswashington.wufoo.com/forms/z1hm8o9n1ruva9i/

06/27/2026

ADOPTED
consider putting in an application to adopt!

Adopt- https://forms.spdrdogs.org/Adoption

Quick update: We haven't been able to test Louis with a female until recently, and he did wonderfully with her. Super gentle and just loved playing with her. She was a smaller, submissive female doberman but he absolutely adored her and completely respected her space. We think Louis would do great with a medium to large female dog.

MEET LOUIS: A Spectacular, Head-Turner!
Look at this handsome boy! Louis is a striking, red Euro-line Doberman who is approaching his third birthday, and he is officially ready to find his forever leader. Standing tall at just over 100 pounds, he is a large, powerful boy with a commanding, stunning presence. Trust us—he is an absolute head-turner on walks!
👑 The Ultimate People Persona
Louis is an absolute social butterfly with an incredible foundation for people. While he can be slightly barky during initial introductions, he gets along spectacularly with both adults and children—and especially children, Louis adores kids! He is a super loving, sweet guy who is very protective of his people.
🐕 His Social Vibe & Dog Etiquette
Louis is a classic high-energy young Doberman who lacks dog-to-dog social savvy. Although he really just wants to play with every larger dog he meets, he tends to come on too strong and misses subtle behavioral cues, which has led to friction with other dogs and prevented him from successfully blending with friendly foster brothers in two different homes. Because he struggles with social awkwardness and a desire to dominate other dogs, he would thrive best as an only dog where he can get undivided attention.
However, he hasn’t gotten into any real fights! These are small "arguments" that were easily stopped with verbal corrections. With expert supervision, he has the potential to co-exist with another friendly, well-socialized large breed.
Note: He does have a prey drive for cats and squirrels, and he doesn’t seem to like small dogs. 🐾
🎓 A Dedicated Student Thriving on Structure
This phenomenal boy simply hasn’t had the mental stimulation or consistent structure he craved during his early years. However, he has been thriving with consistent leadership! He is highly intelligent, super eager to learn, incredibly easy to redirect with standard, clear guidance, and very focused on his human.
Training Status: He already knows basic commands! Sit, down and stay.
Leash Skills: While he currently lacks proper leash etiquette, his leash behaviors are drastically improving while in foster care and he improves every single day.
Dog Reactivity: He can be a little reactive to some dogs, but with firm leadership and guidance, he does great.
🏡 What Louis Needs in His Forever Home
Louis is looking for a confident, savvy handler who truly understands the breed, can channel his vibrant energy into positive mental exercises, and will show him what "right" looks like. With the right leader to guide him, Louis will effortlessly blossom into the loyal, well-mannered companion he was always meant to be. 🌟
📋 The Vitals:
Age: 3 years old in August
Weight: 100 lbs
Health: AKC registered, neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date (UTD) on vaccines.
Location: Currently being fostered in Olympia, WA—and he is ready for his next chapter!
👉 Think you’re the leader Louis is searching for? Share this post or complete an application today!!

06/22/2026

ADOPTED ❤️
Everywhere we go, heads turn... so why is his inbox empty?
We are genuinely shocked. Every single time we take Louis out in public, people stop in their tracks. We hear it constantly: "Wow, what a handsome guy!" or "Look how stunning that dog is!"
He is a total showstopper in person. Yet, for some reason, we haven't received a single inquiry for this sweet, handsome boy.
Louis has all the charm, the looks, and the love to give—he just needs the right person to see his post and fall in love online the way people do on the street. Could that be you?
🐾 Ready to make him yours? Fill out an adoption application here: https://forms.spdrdogs.org/Adoption/
👇 Read more about Louis’s personality, quirks, and story in his bio below! 👇
Meet a truly spectacular, handsome boy who is ready to find his forever leader. This striking, red European-line Doberman is approaching his third birthday and possesses a commanding, stunning presence—he is a head-turner on walks. Standing tall at just over 100 pounds, he is a large, powerful boy. He is an absolute social butterfly with an incredible foundation for people; while he can be slightly barky during initial introductions, he gets along spectacularly with both adults and children. He is very protective of his people and lets others know with a strong bark. Because of his size and a tendency to vocalize when crated, a home with a secured yard is required, and he is not suited for apartment living.
Louis was surrendered by his owners due to sudden changes in their family circumstances, through no fault of his own.
Louis is really a super loving and sweet guy, but he is a classic high-energy young Doberman who lacks dog-to-dog social savvy. He tends to come on too strong and misses subtle behavioral cues, which has led to friction with other dogs and prevented him from successfully blending with friendly foster brothers in two different homes. Because he struggles with social awkwardness and a desire to dominate, he must go to a home with no cats or small animals. While he would thrive best as an only dog where he can get undivided attention, he has the potential to co-exist with another friendly, well-socialized large breed under expert supervision.
This phenomenal boy simply hasn’t had the mental stimulation or consistent structure he craved during his early years. He already knows basic commands, and while he currently lacks proper leash etiquette, he is highly intelligent, eager to please, and incredibly easy to redirect with standard, clear guidance. While in foster, his leash behaviors are drastically improving. He can be a little reactive to some dogs, but with firm leadership and guidance, he does well. He is looking for a confident, savvy handler who truly understands the breed, can channel his vibrant energy into positive mental exercises, and will show him what "right" looks like. With the right leader to guide him, Louis will effortlessly blossom into the loyal, well-mannered companion he was always meant to be. He is AKC registered, neutered, microchipped, and UTD on vaccines. Louis is currently being fostered in Olympia and is ready for his next chapter.

06/21/2026

UPDATE: Pending.

🐾 IMMEDIATE FOSTER (OR FOSTER-TO-ADOPT) NEEDED: Seattle / Tacoma / Olympia, WA Area 🐾

If interested, please fill out the below application:
https://forms.spdrdogs.org/Adoption/

Meet this sweet 10-month-old who is looking for a soft place to land! She is coming from a very busy, chaotic environment and can be a bit timid at first, but underneath her initial shyness, she is an absolute sweetheart who just needs some guidance and a structured routine.
Because she is not yet spayed, she is currently available for foster or a foster-to-adopt situation only. Her upcoming spay appointment will be located in Tacoma, so we are looking for a foster home within the Seattle/Tacoma/Olympia radius who can get her to that appointment once scheduled.
The Details:
Age: 10 months old (very much a blank-slate puppy!)
Dogs: Reportedly gets along well with other dogs, though very timid and needs slow intros and integration.
Kids: Loves kids!
Cats: Reportedly does fine, but because we cannot officially verify this, any home with cats will require very slow, cautious introductions.
Training: She appears to be housebroken. She is crate trained and knows sit, down, stay, and paw. There are still a few unknowns about her routine, so we are seeking a foster with experience who can help us evaluate her true personality as she settles in.
If you have the time, patience, and a little extra space to help this young girl get on the right track, please reach out to us!

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