White German Shepherd and German Shepherd rescue
Shelter-shocked pups deserve space to recover in peace.
SoCal White Shepherd Rescue Foundation saves WGSD and GSD dogs from shelters across Riverside, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Apple Valley, Moreno Valley, San Jacinto, Coachella, and nearby communities.
Doggy Spotlight
ZURG
Look at this handsome boy. He has been nuetered and is healthy ready for a new home.
Saving dogs one at a time
From shy seniors to trail-ready pups, our dogs are assessed as individuals so every adoption starts honestly.
A young foundation with a focused mission: giving shelter-shocked shepherds the time, care, and safe homes they deserve.
Sandra
Animal ID: 258377
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pledged toward the $250,000 rescue ranch goal.
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SoCal White Shepherd Rescue Foundation Receives Les Schwab Tire Donation to Support Lifesaving Rescue Operations
Jul 16, 2026
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Paws and Friends
Big lessons for little dog lovers. Explore gentle hands, quiet time, and asking before petting in our dog-safety series for kids.
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Donations go to SoCal White Shepherd Rescue Foundation through PayPal.
Our mission
We save WGSD and GSD dogs from being euthanized.
SCWSRF is a 501(c)(3) charity organization with an emphasis on White German Shepherds. We help all dogs when needed and possible, working with shelter partners across Southern California.
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Shelter rescue
We save dogs from Riverside, Los Angeles, San Bernardino County, Apple Valley, Moreno Valley, and nearby shelters.
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Recover
Fosters give shelter-shocked pups a peaceful place to decompress while we coordinate vet care and daily support.
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Furever homes
Adoption is the final destination: a safe home, a real match, and a future beyond the shelter clock.
Adoptable dogs
Start with a dog. Leave with a plan.
A quick spotlight from the adoption page. Keep the full Doggys Ready for Adoption page for complete bios and photos.
Certified Gold Shelter
ZURG
Look at this handsome boy. He has been nuetered and is healthy ready for a new home.
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Max
1 year old White German Shepherd SBC Cats YES Kids YES Dogs YES All people YES
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Sandra
Animal ID: 258377
View detailsHow adoption works
Clear steps. Kind guidance. No mystery maze.
Apply
Tell us about your home, lifestyle, experience, and what kind of companion you are hoping for.
Match
We talk through fit, behavior, medical notes, and whether the dog's needs line up with your life.
Meet
Meet the dog with space for honest questions. If it clicks, we plan the transition together.
Support
Post-adoption help matters, so SCWSRF remains part of your dog's extended safety net.
Adoption success stories
From shelter uncertainty to furever family.
Every adoption is a life rebuilt. These story cards are ready for real adopter updates, homecoming photos, and the little details that help future families believe they can say yes too.
MARIAH HAIRY
ANIMAL ID: A5678464
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Logan
Ready for a new home. From his foster: Logan is the happiest and funniest dog I ever met. Even though he went through a lot, he didn’t let it get him down. He loves…
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Poppy
Meet Poppy! 🐾 Poppy is a resilient young dog who narrowly escaped a high-intake shelter in Southern California and is now searching for the loving forever home she deserves. Estimated to be between 1…
Read storyDog Chip Track · Android beta
Help put Dog Chip Track to work for rescue dogs.
Built for rescue work in the field, Dog Chip Track keeps a dog’s microchip number, photo, location, and intake notes together. Help us test it on Android and shape a practical tool for rescuers, fosters, and shelter teams.
Works with the Hero Bluetooth microchip scanner. Connect your scanner to your Android device to capture microchip numbers in Dog Chip Track.
- Capture microchip numbers with a compatible scanner or enter them manually.
- Keep photos, GPS location logs, field notes, and rescue or shelter details with each record.
- Review dog history and map views, then export records as PDF or text.
Make the next field visit easier. We welcome first-time testers and experienced rescue teams. Try adding a record, attaching a photo, reviewing history, and exporting your notes. Tell us what works, what is confusing, and what would help in the field. Send feedback to SCWSRF@gmail.com.
Before you start: Android 7.0 or later. A compatible external microchip reader is needed for scanning; you can also test by entering a number manually. GPS records where you log a dog, rather than tracking the dog live.
1. Join the list
2. Download the beta
3. Test the app
Important links
Applications, donations, data, press, and foster guidance in one place.
These are the existing links and pages from the original site, brought forward so supporters, adopters, beta testers, and press contacts can still find what they need.
Apply to adopt your next best friend.
Use the existing Acrobat Sign adoption application for prospective adopters.
Open adoption applicationOffer a safe place to decompress.
Use the existing Acrobat Sign foster application for new foster homes.
Open foster applicationSee every listed dog on our rescue profile.
Browse the current Adopt-a-Pet profile for SCWSRF, including newly listed dogs and adoption details.
Open Adopt-a-PetTrack fresh shelter pulls by Animal ID.
Post newly pulled or newly listed dogs with photos, notes, and the shelter Animal ID shown on every card.
Open Fresh Out the ShelterHelp cover vet care, transport, food, and boarding.
Use the direct PayPal donation link for rescue expenses and urgent care needs.
Donate with PayPalHow we treat your information.
Review how SCWSRF handles contact information, app data, photos, SMS consent, and service communications.
Read privacy and data policyPress releases and public updates.
Keep this page available for media notes, launch announcements, and official rescue updates.
Open press releasesFoster decompression guidance.
Read the foster support article about decompression, the 3-3-3 rule, and helping shelter dogs settle safely.
Read Beyond the ShelterKnow the steps before applying.
Review the existing adoption process page and help adopters understand what happens next.
Open adoption processHelp build safer rescue space.
Support decompression kennels, medical recovery areas, utilities, sanitation, supplies, and safe intake space.
Open facilities fundingFuel vet care, transport, food, and emergency boarding.
Make a giftTurn an unused vehicle into rescue funding without losing the program you launched.
Donate a vehicleHelp with events, transport, home checks, photos, and admin.
Join the crewFund kennel space, recovery areas, sanitation, utilities, and safe intake.
Facilities fundingReady to help?
Tell us where your heart is pointing.
Call (951) 591-4190, email SCWSRF@gmail.com, or visit our contact page to send your inquiry.
Questions about adopting, fostering, donating, or volunteering? Our rescue team would love to hear from you.
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