German Shepherd Rescue of Orange County
We are located in Southern California. GSROC is a 501c(3) charity
Through a careful screening process, we place loving dogs into forever homes with compassionate individuals and families. We only have the resources to adopt dogs to families in SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA. We begin with an Application, which tells us more about an individual’s experience level, lifestyle, other pets, preferences, etc. so we can recommend dogs that best fit the home. Prospective adopters are encouraged to meet various dogs and to bring all family members and existing pets to meet the dogs they are interested in. Once “the” dog has been selected, we perform a routine Home Visit to ensure the dog will be safe from any hazards, poisons, or dangerous situations. At this time, we advise the adopter if there are any repairs or corrections that need to be made prior to the dog coming home. Adopters pledge to love and care for the adopted dog throughout its entire lifetime. In the event an adopter is no longer able to care for a dog, we insist it come back into our rescue safety net for re-homing. Due to financial and logistical limitations, we do not place dogs outside of the Southern California area.
Our minimum Adoption Donation is $350 plus $25.00 for microchip for dogs over 1 year, and $450 plus $25.00 for microchip for dogs one year old and younger. This donation (tax deductible as allowed by law) helps to offset the costs we have incurred for the dog’s care and housing during his or her stay with our group. All dogs adopted through GSROC are spayed or neutered, current on their vaccinations and de-wormed. Because the minimum Adoption Donation rarely covers the costs associated with each dog, we ask that adopters who are in a position to give additional funds do so at their discretion. We also ask our adopters to help us spread the word about the important work that we do.
Honey is a beautiful purebred Belgian Malinois with a personality that is soft and sweet. Named for her demeanor as...
Read MoreBuck had languished in a crowded public shelter for months. When his time ran out, GSROC stepped in to give...
Read MoreKeeley is an adorable GSD mixed with something petite. She has a beautiful white chest and lovely facial markings.
Read MoreBeautiful Coco found herself at a crowded local shelter and was quickly on borrowed time. GSROC stepped up to save...
Read MoreYoung Indiana Jones was found in a rural area of Southern California, presumably dumped by uncaring owners. Adult home needed.
Read MoreImogene was emaciated, starving and barely able to stand when a Good Samaritan found her in Los Angeles.
Read MoreDottie came to GSROC when her family could no longer properly care for her. While she was loved, they wanted...
Read MoreSadie Mae was rescued from a high-kill shelter. She is safe with GSROC. She is gentle and sweet and she...
Read MoreAthena has gorgeous markings and beautiful coloring. She knows she is pretty special and likes to be the only star...
Read MoreSweet little Skipper found himself all alone and terrified at a local animal shelter. Thankfully, GSROC was called, and we...
Read MoreSadie Mae was rescued from a high-kill shelter. She is safe with GSROC. She is gentle and sweet and she...
Read MoreMaxi and her younger companion June Bug were found by a Good Samaritan who kept them safe while trying to...
Read MoreChevy is a stunning AKC boy who is looking for a fresh start. He is in excellent health, housebroken and...
Read MoreAlexa and her sister Siri were found by a Good Samaritan in rural Central California. When no owner could be...
Read MoreWe were alerted by our rescue partners at Pryor’s Planet about an abandoned Belgian Malinois, who was cowering in the...
Read MoreSweet MacKenzie found herself in a local high-kill shelter, all alone and very scared. From the looks of her skin,...
Read MoreDexter has just arrived from a public shelter. He was confused about his situation and practically leaped into our rescuer’s...
Read MoreDante is a big, sweet boy. He’s here because his mom got very sick and he needed a safe place....
Read MoreLucille is a sweet, shy little girl greatly confused about her new circumstances. We were told she was very bonded....
Read MoreEllie Mae came to GSROC after a Good Samaritan had obtained her from a person who was unable to care...
Read MoreCooper has is a handsome boy who needs an experienced owner to thrive. His previous owner did little to socialize...
Read MoreKris had landed in a crowded shelter with no appealing options available. GSROC stepped in to offer him a better...
Read MoreRocket is a big guy and very handsome. He is a confident guy who has made friends with our volunteer...
Read MoreObi lost his home due to family issues. Obi knows his basic commands. He enjoys getting out and enjoying the...
Read MoreMarie is a girl with classic GSD good looks who will do best in a home that is experienced with...
Read MoreDiego has a sweet nature and makes friends easily. Getting out of the kennel to take walks in the park...
Read MoreBuddy Boy was found with no collar, tag or chip. Good Samaritans tried and tried to find his original family,...
Read MoreRazzle Dazzle, age 6 months, was rescued along with her entire family. They had been abandoned in the hills of...
Read MoreGeorgia was confiscated by Animal Control when an animal hoarder was busted. She was among 140 dogs taken from the...
Read MoreThis girl was found in a river wash by a good Samaritan. She took her home and made sure she...
Read MoreMack is a black and tan rock star who had a hard start in life. He and his friend Patrick...
Read MoreLottie was found by a Good Samaritan who took her in from the street. When no one came to claim...
Read MoreDalton is a spitfire! He is a busy, bouncy, nosy puppy who thinks that he is the center of the...
Read MoreWhen Juno’s owner realized she could not properly care for her due to her busy work schedule and current living...
Read MoreGallagher came to GSROC when another rescue closed. He had been with the other rescue for many months without receiving...
Read MoreNikki is an adorable teenager with a luminous white coat. She arrived alarmingly thin, with ribs and hip bones protruding....
Read MoreOlder, distinguished gentleman seeking a soft place to rest with wonderful people to pet and feed him. Bentley has not...
Read MoreFlora and Fauna came to GSROC from a local, very overcrowded shelter. When our team members saw them, we just...
Read MoreFauna and her sister Flora found themselves in a scary, overcrowded shelter, and were starting to lose hope. Thankfully, the...
Read MoreSunny was abandoned on a busy road near our rescue kennel. Volunteers scrambled to get her out of harm’s way...
Read MoreBrody is currently enrolled in private training to help him regain his trust. He was not treated well by the...
Read MoreShay is the whole package! She is beautiful, sweet, eager to please and friendly to Man and Beast. Shay will...
Read MoreNatasha and her twin brother Niles came to us from an overcrowded shelter. They were both sick with upper respiratory...
Read MoreAuggie doesn’t realize he is growing into a handsome, big german shepherd. He sees himself as a puppy and romps...
Read More3 year old Clover came to us with some past trauma that has left her fearful with new people and...
Read MoreShira is a beautiful Sable who has obviously already had a litter of pups! She was found as a stray...
Read More18 month old Angelo lost his home due to divorce and landed in a shelter. The shelter staff contacted GSROC...
Read More2 year old Cosmo did not delay when he discovered our volunteer was there to spring him from that shelter....
Read MoreBandit was rescued by a kind animal lover who then was told by her landlord she could not keep him....
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