Shelters—both locally and across the country—are experiencing unprecedented overcrowding. Sadly, many wonderful pets lose their lives simply because there are not enough adopters or available spaces. While we wish we could help every dog in need, the number of dogs far exceeds the resources currently available.
Whenever possible, we encourage families to explore every option before making the difficult decision to rehome a pet. Shelters can be frightening and stressful environments, filled with unfamiliar sounds, sights, and other anxious animals. There is no guarantee of safety or survival once a dog enters a shelter.
Your pet looks to you as their family and source of security. We understand that life can be unpredictable, but we ask that rehoming be considered only after all other reasonable alternatives have been exhausted.
Rehome by Adopt a Pet offers a service to help owners thoughtfully and safely rehome their dogs. This service allows pets to move directly from their current home to a new adopter, avoiding the stress of shelter placement and the risks associated with classified listings. Rehome, a program created by the Petco Foundation, provides guidance throughout the rehoming process and shares your pet's profile with thousands of potential adopters through Adopt-a-Pet.com.
If you would like us to consider your dog for GSRA’s rescue program, please first create a listing for your dog through Rehome by Adopt-a-Pet. Once your listing is complete, email our team at gsra@gsdrescue.org with a link to the listing. While every submission is carefully reviewed, a Rehome listing does not guarantee acceptance into rescue.
