We connect people who want to adopt or rescue a German Shepherd with people who need to find their German Shepherd a new home in the Philadelphia area.

Adopt a German Shepherd 
or Other Pet in Philadelphia

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Find Your German Shepherd
a Home in Philadelphia

Rehome a Pet
a German Shepherd laying in the grass with his tongue out in Philadelphia

Adopt a German Shepherd 
or Other Pet in Philadelphia

Browse Pets

Find Your German Shepherd
a Home in Philadelphia

Rehome a Pet
What We Do

Direct rescue & adoption of pets, from one good home to another. Rehoming a German Shepherd keeps them out of shelters.

“Program innovations, like the match-making website developed by Get Your Pet, can be life savers for pets, owners and shelters.”
Matt Bershadker ASPCA President & CEO

German Shepherds Feel Right at Home In Philly

Owning a dog in the city can seem like a challenge, but there is no better place for a furry friend than Philadelphia. With an active, intelligent, and loyal dog breed like the German Shepherd, you will always feel safe in the hustle and bustle of city life.

For an active dog, enjoy an adventure at North Brooke Canoeing and take to the water with your four-legged friend. The German Shepherd is a well-trained canine, so you won’t have to worry about them tipping the boat. They also love to swim and will enjoy a dip in the water after the ride.

There are also plenty of places to go to right in the center of Philadelphia. Enjoy the day in Rittenhouse square, a dog-friendly park in Center City, and then indulge in upscale cuisine at the Rouge. The restaurant provides bowls of water, doggy treats, and patio space for your dog to relax after fun in the park. You and your pup can indulge in a great meal together.

There’s so much to do with your German Shepherd in a dog-friendly city like Philadelphia.

Why Get Your Pet?

The best way to save a beloved German Shepherd, or any pet, is to keep them out of the shelter system. Rehoming a dog or cat is a better kind of pet adoption, in every way.

Philadelphia Adopters meet and learn about pets from the Guardians (owners) who know them best.

Philadelphia Veterinarians examine pets at no extra charge as a part of the pet adoption.

Pets go directly from one loving home in Philadelphia to another. Less stress. Less chance of illness or death.

Everyone benefits with Get Your Pet.

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Philadelphia Guardians keep their pets out of the shelter and find them a loving, new home.

Philadelphia Shelters can focus limited resources on strays and abused animals. More available kennel space means fewer animals euthanized.

Everyone benefits with Get Your Pet.

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How It Works
  • Adopters (Seeking a Pet)

  • Guardians (Pet Owners)

  • Browse Pet Profiles

    It’s easy. Search by pet type, gender, location: dig deep into traits, breed, history and more.

  • List Your Pet

    It’s easy. Create a profile of your pet in minutes and post it on Get Your Pet for Adopters to see.

  • Join & Message with Guardians

    When you find a pet that might be right for you, join the site and securely message their Guardian for more info.

  • Message with Potential Adopters

    Answer adopters’ questions securely and fill them in on the pet you know so well.

  • Make a Meet-up

    Arrange to meet at a neutral, convenient location, where the pet is calm and behaves naturally.

  • See the Vet

    When you’ve made a good match, go see a local Get Your Pet vet for a pet examination, at no extra charge.

  • Make a Legal Pet Adoption

    Adopt a pet legally, electronically, right on our site.

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Helping German Shepherds throughout the Philadelphia Area

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Adopters

Adopt a German Shepherd
or Other Pet in Philadelphia

Browse Pets
Guardians

Find Your German Shepherd
a Home in Philadelphia

Rehome a Pet