German Shepherd Dog Rescue
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To promote the humane treatment of animals, in particular German Shepherd Dogs and dogs of similar type, by:rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming dogs in need of care and protection; preventing cruelty and suffering to such animals; providing or assisting in the provision of veterinary care, shelter and welfare support; (d) advancing public education
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GiveRadar's verified records show German Shepherd Dog Rescue with a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the Charity Commission.
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Trustpilot
Excellent dog rescue, in fact if Carlsberg did dog rescue. Dedicated volunteers, I have adopted many dogs over the years from Jayne and the North East team and I ended up as a fosterer of older dogs I cannot see older dogs nobody wants in kennels. Super back up from rescue.
Trustpilot
This rescue are users. South West branch. Most rescues will get a dog properly assessed before rehoming it, especially a dog which was living outdoors and unless she stood on hind legs, didn't have a view of the outside world. She had never walked on roads, and showed aggression to dogs and some people. Yet she (Sassy) was rehomed before she even went for two weeks over Christmas foster care. The fosterers wanted to adopt her, he was in the military and they had a big house on the base with lots of space to walk the dog, which was for military personnel only. Their garden was a good size with views across the sea, big enough to allow for training, and she could see from the safety of her garden a world she never knew. Sassy loved its foster home & family, the foster mum worked from home. They were offered a different dog, so it wasn't that they didn't think they were good enough. So Sassy went to live with an older lady who only has a small yard with no view, which were accessed down some steps. GS dogs don't do well down steps. Still they got their £350 for doing nothing, as I had done everything, I assessed the dog, collected the dog, found it a fantastic home, and I had to hand Sassy over to the new home. That's what they do nothing! They pay for nothing, They didn't even pay to get it vet checked! They don't spay, they don't deflea. The foster parents paid for vet treatment.All they do is delegate, one living in France! And no the dogs don't come from France. The forever home lady rang me to say the dog wasn't happy, and she felt it should return to the fosteres, but the bullies GSDR told the new owner it would be re-homed, and also told her not to contact us again.GSDR then contacted the Animal Team who I voluntary do home checks for to get me struck off, for speaking out. Well I still homecheck for the Animal Team, and I am still awaiting the solicitors letter, which you said would be coming. Probably because one can't be sued for telling the truth. As for t
Trustpilot
I too urge people to be cautious about this charity and do 'due diligence'. I have had Shepherds for years and know they need plenty of space, cooped up indoors is no life for a GS dog. They came to visit but then totally ignored follow ups, mainly I think because I asked questions about where the dogs come from. What concerns me is the 'boss' lives abroad and they are actively sourcing and importing dogs from eastern Europe. I wanted to go to the kennels but was not allowed to. Odd really?
Trustpilot
I applied to adopt. I received a text message from the local rep called Jo. I sent videos and photos of our land, I replied to the one question she came back about, and then silence. I chased and still silence. Very rude organisationIn reply to your response:Your rep literally ghosted me - that is very rude, so my review is not unwarranted. I should not have to leave a negative review to receive a reply from your organisation.Your attitude when replying to my review as well as others further shows the disdain and contempt that you hold your (would be) customers in. I just hope you treat the dogs better.
Trustpilot
These people really do care for the welfare of every Dog in there care. We had a full home inspection and interview, with an added assessment to complete. Now 10 years on, we are about to adopt another GSD from this rescue. The assessments are more in-depth and the home checks more rigorous than before. Great!! Just like the 'Dogs Trust, Blue Cross Etc. Every detail matters. This means every dog gets the best chance of a successful re-homing with the right homes, whilst avoiding those who just think they can handle a GSD or any other animal with potential issues without having the necessary experience, home environment or lifestyle. These Dogs need 100% commitment and understanding from there new owners, and the rescues do there best to fulfill that requirement. GSDR is operated by volunteers, most have full time jobs, so please respect them if they are unable to respond straight away. Our personal experience with them was fantastic, not every phone call or e-mail was replied to, but that's life, it's not personal! In the end we had the most wonderful, troublesome young Pup. Now we have the best moments of our lives to look back on, with the most loving memories of our past adventures with him. We wouldn't be going back to GSDR for a second time if they didn't care for the Dogs.
Trustpilot
We both enquired about adopting a German Sheperd about 6 months ago. The vetting process was very thorough, a volunteer asking us about our lifestyle, looking at our garden etcAbout a month later, we got a call to say wether we would be interested in adopting a Puppy, so we went to meet this lovely female.Well l was hooked and we bought her home. We have had Luna for about 6 months now, there is still a long way to go, but she knows that this is her forever home.
Trustpilot
Seems really odd when you say you haven't got a rescue centre. Either is a lia or you are hiding something. Witch would say its that you hiding something. Since the other person said the truth about you as we have had the same problem with you .and everything that been said about you is true I will more than happy to remove this feedback if you can proof that what I am saying is not true.the reason why others won't leave feedback is because they are frightened of what you say that you will do .I do hope that you have ask this person if its OK to put on your website .but yet again we know that you have not .so yes I will enjoy the popcorn and await for your nasty response. The other thing I would have done but know that you don't have any brains to think about this .would be better if you made contact with the person and sort it out. But sadly no you don't have much brains to think this way.I will be reporting you .
Trustpilot
We applied to adopt with GSDR back in June 2023, the process we found was very rigorous and warranted especially given how many dogs are being abandoned. We had a thorough interview, was asked to provide a video of our garden and then a home check was carried out by one of their lovely volunteers. We adopted a beautiful boy in October who is exactly as described and we couldnt be happier with the South West team for all their help and dedication.
Trustpilot
I applied to to adopt through GSD rescue and after rigorous and excellent review professionally conducted by both my SW coordinator Hazel and volunteers who take enormous care. We were matched perfectly with a gorgeous GSD male who we are totally smitten with and fits our family make up with another dog , St Bernard , and children perfectly . I am so very grateful to all the dedicated work of the GSD SW team for making our family complete. The work of the charity is outstanding to rehome this breed . Thank you again .
Trustpilot
WARNING - DO NOT USE THIS CHARITY! Having witnessed serious shortcomings and questionable practices, I have made a formal complaint to the Charity Commission. The lack of judgment and expertise by key persons behind this Charity is truly alarming. Their unscrupulous practices caused undue distress & harm to the dogs i encountered. My initial trust in these people has cost me dearly - emotionally, physically and financially. German Shepherd dogs need expert careful handling - please choose a reputable rescue that has professional expert support.
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Frequently asked questions about German Shepherd Dog Rescue
German Shepherd Dog Rescue is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Hereford, England, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 2011 and has been operating for 15 years. Its registration number is 1141122. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 82/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £495K in annual revenue. No red flags have been detected. The charity has 14 community reviews with an average rating of 3.2/5. On Trustpilot, it has a rating of 3.3/5 based on 14 reviews.
Based on official filings, German Shepherd Dog Rescue has £495K in annual revenue. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
To promote the humane treatment of animals, in particular German Shepherd Dogs and dogs of similar type, by:rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming dogs in need of care and protection; preventing cruelty and suffering to such animals; providing or assisting in the provision of veterinary care, shelter and welfare support; (d) advancing public education German Shepherd Dog Rescue is classified as an animal welfare organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 2011.
German Shepherd Dog Rescue is a charitable company limited by guarantee, the most common incorporated form for UK charities. It is registered with both Companies House and the Charity Commission, and must file annual accounts with both regulators. Directors (who are also charity trustees) have limited liability. Its Charity Commission registration number is 1141122.
German Shepherd Dog Rescue's registered charity number is 1141122. You can use it to look up the organization on the Charity Commission register.
German Shepherd Dog Rescue is located in Hereford, England, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 2011 and has been active for 15 years.
German Shepherd Dog Rescue is based in Hereford in England. The Charity Commission for England and Wales (CCEW) is the primary regulator. Scotland has its own regulator (OSCR), and Northern Ireland has the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). A charity registered with the CCEW may operate across the whole of the UK or internationally.
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Quick facts about German Shepherd Dog Rescue
- What is German Shepherd Dog Rescue?
- German Shepherd Dog Rescue is a animal welfare charitable company based in Hereford, United Kingdom. To promote the humane treatment of animals, in particular German Shepherd Dogs and dogs of similar type, by:rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming dogs in need of care and protection; preventing cruelty and suffering to such animals; providing or assisting in the provision of veterinary care, shelter and welfare support; (d) advancing public education
- When was German Shepherd Dog Rescue founded?
- German Shepherd Dog Rescue was founded in 2011.
- Where is German Shepherd Dog Rescue located?
- Headquartered in Hereford, England, United Kingdom.
- What is German Shepherd Dog Rescue's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is £494,732.
- Is German Shepherd Dog Rescue trustworthy?
- German Shepherd Dog Rescue has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 82 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is German Shepherd Dog Rescue's registration number?
- Registration: 1141122 (United Kingdom).
- What is German Shepherd Dog Rescue's website?
- http://www.germanshepherdrescue.co.uk
- Are donations to German Shepherd Dog Rescue tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.