DOGS IN OUR CARE
Every German Shepherd Here Has a Story
Registered Charity #1188407
Today at LUOSKO
A live look at the German Shepherds currently in LUOSKO's care and where they are on their journey.
German Shepherds call LUOSKO home today.
German Shepherd on their journey home.
20 of our dogs are currently in kennels.
2 of them are female.
8 of them are male.
We have 1 dog out in general foster care.
We have 1 dog out in palliative care.
Dogs we have been asked to help with, currently still at home.
Average time before we can bring in new dogs, on a 1 out 1 in basis in kennels.
Could I Live With Your Family?
Choosing the right dog isn't about finding the one you fall in love with first — it's about finding the one that's right for both of you.
Every LUOSKO dog is carefully assessed, rehabilitated and matched to the home that best suits their personality, needs and future.
If one dog isn't the right fit today, another may be tomorrow.
Our goal isn't the quickest match. It's the right one.
Dogs in Our Care
Meet the German Shepherds waiting for the next chapter of their story.
Showing 12 of 22 dogs currently in LUOSKO's care.
Featured Dogs
Sam
Male
We're still getting to know Sam. Open this profile to learn more as the journey continues.
Loki
Male
We're still getting to know Loki. Open this profile to learn more as the journey continues.
Shadow
Male
We're still getting to know Shadow. Open this profile to learn more as the journey continues.
Gilly
Female
Gill is an amazing loving girl
More Dogs in Our Care
TOYA
3 years · Female
We're still getting to know TOYA. Open this profile to learn more as the journey continues.
NELLIE
4 years · Female
NELLIE is currently reserved while we continue the final stages of her adoption journey.
Images coming soon
Rocky
Male
We're still getting to know Rocky. Open this profile to learn more as the journey continues.
Carefully matched for lifelong success.
Images coming soon
Tank
Male
We're still getting to know Tank. Open this profile to learn more as the journey continues.
Carefully matched for lifelong success.
Images coming soon
Eddie
Male
We're still getting to know Eddie. Open this profile to learn more as the journey continues.
Carefully matched for lifelong success.
Sammy
Male
We're still getting to know Sammy. Open this profile to learn more as the journey continues.
Obi
Male
We're still getting to know Obi. Open this profile to learn more as the journey continues.
Images coming soon
Tyson
Male
We're still getting to know Tyson. Open this profile to learn more as the journey continues.
Carefully matched for lifelong success.
LUOSKO WAITING LIST
Dogs on Our Waiting List
These dogs are on LUOSKO’s waiting list and may be considered as part of our adoption matching process. If a waiting-list dog looks like a potential match for your application, our team will contact you to discuss whether and how the journey can move forward. As the dog is not currently at a LUOSKO facility or foster home, assessments, introductions and first meetings may take longer to arrange.
Honey
1 year 5 months · female
Honey remains with the current owner while a neutral public summary is prepared.
Laado
5 years 7 months · female
Laado remains with the current owner while a neutral public summary is prepared.
Willow
3 years 11 months · female
Willow remains with the current owner while a neutral public summary is prepared.
Journeys, Not Racehorses
Some of our strongest outcomes began with the longest journeys
Being here longer does not mean being forgotten. The time each dog takes is part of getting the match right.
249 days
Median days from intake to adoption
Median days from intake to final adoption across completed adoption journeys.
60%
Journeys exceeding six months
Percentage of adopted dogs whose journey exceeded six months.
2716 days
Longest completed adoption journey
Longest completed adoption journey recorded in the archive.
Based on reviewed records within LUOSKO's restored historic archive.
Could Fostering Change a Dog's Future?
Not every dog is ready for adoption immediately.
Some benefit enormously from spending time in a caring foster home while they continue rehabilitation, build confidence or simply wait for their forever family.
For many dogs, a foster home is the final step before adoption.
If you've ever considered fostering, some of the dogs you meet here — or those preparing to become available — may be waiting for someone just like you.
Still Looking?
Can't Find Your Perfect Match Today?
New dogs arrive in our care regularly. Until the right one comes along, there are other ways to stay connected and prepare for the moment they do.
The right match changes two lives.
Whether you're ready to adopt today or just beginning your journey, we're here to help you find the companion who's right for you.
Learn About AdoptionSee what happens after you find the right dog.
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