Shepherds' Hope German Shepherd Rescue

"I looked at all the caged animals in the shelter...the cast-offs of human society. I saw in their eyes love and hope, fear and dread, sadness and betrayal. And I was angry. "God," I said, "this is terrible! Why don't you do something?" God was silent for a moment and then He spoke softly. "I have done something," He replied. "I created You." ~ Jim Willis

Who We Are

Shepherds' Hope Rescue was formed by two independent rescuers who forged an alliance to more effectively help our beloved breed. We are disturbed by the alarming increase of German Shepherd Dogs in the country's animal shelters and in neglectful situations.

Shepherds' Hope is not a shelter; nor do we have our own facility. As volunteers, we house our rescue dogs either in our own homes, foster homes if available, or board them with dog sitters or kennels until placed with their new families. We make the commitment to each and every animal to resolve any health or behavioral issues prior to adoption, and all dogs are vaccinated, spayed/neutered and heartworm tested.

German Shepherd Dogs are not for everyone, and as long-time, multiple Shepherd owners ourselves, we are familiar with the type of home/family best suited for this breed. Also taken into consideration are the dog's needs and temperament so that both dog and family are happy with the placement. Our application and home visit process ensures we are placing these dogs in the homes best suited to them. Our goal is save as many as possible and unite them with loving and caring owners so that they will never suffer or know sadness and loneliness again.

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Are You My New Family?

Help Us Help Them

We are now a 501 (c)3 non-profit organization!

Please Donate Today

Checks may be mailed to:

Shepherds Hope Rescue
Brookville Lane
Glen Head, NY 11545-2301

Adopting A Friend

Please complete our online Adoption Application. It is the first step toward bringing home your new family member. If you would prefer to have us email you the application, please let us know!
We'd be happy to send it.

HOLLY UPDATE!!!

Jan. 26, 2010: Holly is now 12 weeks old and is growing by leaps and bounds. She is so, so smart and just a very happy and funny girl. If you are interested in adopting Holly, please fill out an online application.

Holly is our 12 WEEK old puppy that the breeder surrendered to the vet to be euthanized because she thought she had a PDA (heart valve defect). Shepherds Hope was called asked to us to help Holly. Although we knew the surgery would be expensive, we wanted to give this sweet girl a chance at life so we agreed to take Holly.

We brought Holly to the vet for her surgery but the vet felt that testing would be necessary first. It turns out that after these extensive tests (EKG, etc.) that Holly does not have a PDA. Her heart beat is very rapid and irregular but that may be because she is a puppy. The vet told us to keep her for 3 additional weeks to monitor her and bring her back in for testing just to make sure. Holly has had her first round of shots and is going great with her foster pack. She loves her foster brother Cruz who has become her 'big daddy.' We will update you again when we receive further information. Holly wishes you all a very Happy and wonderful holiday season. Yipeeee for Holly!!!!

GREAT NEWS!

Halrey now gets to go to Yale to work everyday with his new Mom!

Jan. 26, 2010 - Sargent and Jade are enjoying their new home and accomodations and dreaming about their wonderful new life.

We would like to thank all of you for your kind words and good wishes. And special thanks to all who donated to help out these wonderful 'kids.' This is truly the season for blessings and being thankful.

~ Sargent & Jade ~

~ Sargent ~

Please Donate!

We have wonderful lovable new dogs coming into rescue all the time, so if you can open your home and heart to one of them, please fill out an adoption application.