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Lucy Drew
LUCY DREW NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Lucy Drew Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd and retriever mix Best Guess for Age: 5 months as of 8/29/26 SEX: Fe…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
Shepherd Dogs for Adoption in District of Columbia
54 adoptable Shepherd dogs from shelters and rescues in District of Columbia. Showing 1–30 of 54 below.
Every Shepherd here is a real dog currently listed for adoption by a shelter or rescue in District of Columbia. Listings are refreshed regularly, but availability changes fast — always confirm with the organization before making plans.
54 Shepherd dogs in District of Columbia — page 1 of 2
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Annie
ANNIE NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!! Name: Annie Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd/lab mix Best Guess for Age: 8 months as of September 2026 SEX: female Estimat…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Squeegee
SQUEEGEE NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Squeegee Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd/Retriever mix Best Guess for Age: 8 months as of July 2026 S…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Nero
NERO NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Nero Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd mix Best Guess for Age: 1 year as of July 2026 SEX: Male Approximate…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Opie
OPIE NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Check me out on my Foster’s Instagram @noma.luckydogs Name: Opie Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd/Spaniel mix Best Guess f…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Zebb
ZEBB NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Zebb Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd and lab mix Best Guess for Age: 7 months as of September 2026 SEX: Male Approx…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Sammy
SAMMY NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Sammy Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd and lab mix Best Guess for Age: 7 months as of September 2026 SEX: Female Ap…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Marta
MARTA NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Marta Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd mix Best Guess for Age: 9 months as of September 2026 SEX: Female Approximat…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Golden Graham
GOLDEN GRAHAM NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Golden Graham Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd and retriever mix Best Guess for Age: 5 months as of August …
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Mia
MIA NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Mia Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd and hound mix Best Guess for Age: 2 years as of July 2026 SEX: Female Approximat…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Sir Benjamin Button
SIR BENJAMIN BUTTON NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Sir Benjamin Button Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd and Boxer mix Best Guess for Age: 9 months as of…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Fay
FAY NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Fay Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd and retriever mix Best Guess for Age: 5 months as of 8/1/26 SEX: Female Estimate…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Flynn
FLYNN NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Flynn Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd and retriever mix Best Guess for Age: 5 months as of 8/1/26 SEX: Male Estima…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Lexi Dee
LEXI DEE NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Lexi Dee Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd and retriever mix Best Guess for Age: 5 months as of 8/29/26 SEX: Fema…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Berry
BERRY NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Berry Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd mix Best Guess for Age: 6 years as of July 2026 SEX: male Approximate Weight…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Flarry
FLARRY NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Flarry Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd and Plott hound mix Best Guess for Age: 7 months as of August 2026 SEX: Ma…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Vale
VALE NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Vale Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd and retriever mix Best Guess for Age: 2 years as of July 2026 SEX: Female Appr…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Ronald
RONALD NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Ronald Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd mix Best Guess for Age: 1.5 years as of May 2026 SEX: Male Approximate Wei…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Cynthia
CYNTHIA NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Cynthia Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd and terrier mix Best Guess for Age: 3 years as of Aug 2026 SEX: Female A…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Spartacus
SPARTACUS NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Spartacus Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd/beagle mix Best Guess for Age: 11 months as of July 2026 SEX: Male A…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Brandice
BRANDICE NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Brandice Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd and retriever mix Best Guess for Age: 3.5 years as of July 2026 SEX: F…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Luigo
LUIGO NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!! Name: Luigo Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd/heeler mix Best Guess for Age: 1 year as of August 2026 SEX: Male Estimated W…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Colton
COLTON Estimated Age: 3 years as of June 2026 Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd/Malinois mix Approximate Weight: 49 lbs Gets Along With: Colton does well…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Mr. Parker
MR. PARKER NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Mr. Parker Best Guess for Breed: Hound mix Best Guess for Age: 5.5 years old as of June 2026 SEX: Male Appro…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Lemuel
LEMUEL NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Lemuel Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd/heeler mix Best Guess for Age: 1 year as of August 2026 SEX: Male Estimate…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Luca
LUCA NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Come meet Luca and other great adoptable dogs this Sunday (9/6) from 12-3 pm at the PetSmart in Alexandria (3351 Richmon…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Scrappy Doo
SCRAPPY DOO NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: SCRAPPY DOO Best Guess for Breed: SHEPHERD/TERRIER MIX Best Guess for Age: 1 YEAR as of Sept. 202…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Frankie
FRANKIE NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Frankie will be attending a special Heart of the Beast + Lucky Dog Animal Rescue dog adoption event on Saturday, Sept…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Gus
GUS NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!! Come meet Gus and other great adoptable dogs this Sunday (9/6) from 12-3 pm at the PetSmart in Alexandria (3351 Richmond …
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Sassy Doo
SASSY DOO NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Sassy Doo Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd/Terrier Best Guess for Age: 11 mo as of Sept 2026 SEX: fem…
Lucky Dog Animal Rescue • Washington, DC
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Adopting a Shepherd in District of Columbia — FAQ
How do I adopt a Shepherd in District of Columbia?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them in District of Columbia, then follow the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Every Dog's Chance gathers listings in one place so they're easier to find — the adoption itself happens through the local shelter or rescue.
Are Shepherd dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Many Shepherd dogs — especially adults who are already house-trained — can be a great match for first-time owners. Each dog's profile and the shelter or rescue caring for them can tell you about that individual dog's energy level, training history, and personality before you apply.
How much does it cost to adopt a Shepherd in District of Columbia?
Adoption fees vary by shelter and rescue in District of Columbia, but typically include spay/neuter, vaccinations, and a health check. Open any dog's profile and contact the organization directly for their current fee and what it covers.
Can I adopt a Shepherd from another city in District of Columbia?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in District of Columbia welcome adopters from anywhere in the state, and some can arrange transport for the right match. Open a dog's profile to see the organization's contact details and ask them how their process works.
Can I foster a Shepherd in District of Columbia instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in District of Columbia offer foster programs, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path so you can see if the match feels right before committing. Ask the organization on any dog's profile whether fostering is available.
Are Shepherd dogs in District of Columbia good with children or other pets?
It depends on the individual dog more than the breed alone. The shelter or rescue caring for each dog can tell you about their history with kids, cats, and other dogs. Many organizations offer meet-and-greets to make sure the match is right for everyone before you commit.
