Give a Dog a Home Rescue

This rescue saves the lives of so many animals dogs and cats alike.I would have definatly loved to have adopt from here,but since i already have two dogs I volunteer at the rescue to help.The animals are treated very well and have access to great outdoor areas to run and play,have nice kennels and even sometimes run of the house.This one strong woman who runs it all by herself with the help of limited volunteers.I highly recommend to adopt here,as long as you have a lifestyle fit for a forever furry friend....ADOPT DON`T SHOP

I had to re- home a favorite dog and am thankful he ended up at this rescue. The director is fantastic in caring for all of the animals including sufficient exercise, turnout, socializing, and problem solving on numerous issues. I wish there were more rescues like this. I have volunteered for many years at humane societies and and am impressed with the constant attention given to the welfare of the animals at Give a Dog a Home. The Director ,Jenny is irreplaceable.

We adopted our Milo (formerly Pica-Boy) from GaDaH Rescue recently. Jenny is completely dedicated to these dogs, their rescue, and their care. This is a Rescue that is passionate about finding homeless dogs their forever home. We are enjoying Milo so much. Thank God for people like Jenny and Give a Dog a Home Rescue!

We adopted the most wonderful basset/terrier mix from Give a Dog a Home. The application process was very thorough, but quick. Jen was easy to work with, and her love and passion for the work she does is highly evident. I would recommend this rescue for anyone looking to adopt.

This rescue goes above and beyond for the animals they rescue no matter what the cost,or time it takes. Now they have stepped it up,with spending countless hours helping not just animals,but helping the people in our community who have pets. They have opened up a good bank for pets, everything from food,litter,hay,peepads,vitamins,you name it they probably have it.All of this took the rescue a trembling about of time,because they care a great deal not just for the precious animals,but also for the people in the community,so if things are tough they can reach out to the rescue and get the needed help so they can keep their pets,and their pets can stay with their forever family. This is just a small part of what this small rescue is accomplishing.

I’ve adopted from GADAH a few years ago. The rescue has continued to save dogs from high kill shelters in the south. The owner, Jenny, does amazing work and will go to to any length to help the animals in her care. She always has their best interest at heart. I still follow the rescue, donate and volunteer when my schedule allows. A++++

Wonderful organization run by a wonderful woman. Saving dogs that would be put to sleep in three days. We got two of ours and their love bugs.

Couldn’t be happier. Found the absolute sweetest girl after we loss a family member. The owner of the agency really cares about saving these dogs and dedicated her entire life into it.

My beautiful dog was returned to GADAH after having lived with a local family for 3 years. She was labeled 'not socialized' by her former family, and Jenny welcomed her back into the pack so she could place her in a new home (after assessing her). The stars lined up and Jenny approved my adoption application. Our dog is a delightful, fun, crazy attentive, interested, curious, strong, opinionated goofball. She's been with us for 2 years, and I am grateful every day. Jenny matched us with the perfect family member. I would definitely recommend working with Jenny if you are interested in adding to your family.

I recently adopted a long haired Dachshund mix from Give A Dog a Home rescue in Sebec, Me. This rescue is run by one very hard working woman who single handedly has saved so many dogs from high kill shelters in TX, where a dog only has 3 days before they're euthanized, if they are not adopted or rescued by then. GADAH works so hard to place these dogs in good homes, and they are very well cared for and loved while at the rescue. The dogs get to play and socialize in groups, and get nice treats. I met the dog I adopted while volunteerng there one Saturday. He is so sweet and fitting into our family perfectly. Thanks to Jenny who works tirelessy to keep as many hearts beating as possible. She truly has a love for these dogs and the commitment of Give A Dog A Home is truly remarkable.
Linda

I have volunteered at this rescue for about two years now and totally enjoy spending time there. Jenny is one of the hardest workers I know and is always looking for ways to make the shelter run more efficient and have a safe environment for all the dogs waiting there to find their forever homes. I would definitely recommend this rescue to anyone looking to find their furry friend.

Give A Dog A Home rescue is a wonderful organization. They truly care about animals, and they try very hard to save as many furry friends as possible. Jenny cares for these dogs and cats with utmost care and concern. I can not say enough positive things about our experience adopting our newest family member, a six year old German Shepherd. She is the absolute best!

I have adopted 2 dogs from Give a Dog a Home, German Shepherd Rescue and I highly recommend this rescue. I wouldn't trade my dogs for anything in this world. Jenny is very thoughtful and honest and wants her adopter's to understand the adoption contract and the dog you are adopting, and that it takes time for the dog to adjust to his or her new life. I recommend this rescue over any others out there! Jenny cares about her rescue and the dogs. She is not recognized enough for all that she does. I have recently volunteer at the rescue and plan to do so in the future. I am so glad I had the chance to give back and give her a helping hand!

My husband and I had to euthanize our 15 year old dog, Yogi. We were lost, our home was empty. We have had rescue dogs for 43 years. We had not been canineless for more than 2 weeks. We searched online for a rescue site that we could find 2 dogs that would join our family. We came across " Give a Dog a Home German Shepherd Rescue". We looked at the many dogs up for adoption. We looked at each bio and decided on 2 pups. We filled out the application. It is a very complete and thorough application. We talked to Jenn. She gave us a more complete idea of the personalities of our pup preferences. We chose 3 alternates just in case our 2 pups had been adopted. We emailed and texted back and forth and a date was set for us to pick up our pups!!! It was so exciting. She informed us about what to expect, after all, these pups had been thru a lot in their journey to this point of finally getting a forever home. We met our babes and it was love at 1st sight, at least on our side. They were a little leery of these humans trying to make friends with them, however with Jenn encouraging them to come check us out. Telling them we were friends. They both decided to give us a try. We spent time cuddling and scratching ears. Giving reassurance that it would be okay. It has been so much better than okay. It has been GREAT! Jenn knows her pups. She has spent lots of time with them. She gave us tips and suggestions to make the transition smooth for all of us. These 2 pups, Molly & Huckleberry, have fit into our home very smoothly. We have 10 cats and because of Jenn tips and suggestions the cats and pups are great friends. They play and have respect for each other. It has made our home complete.
Ron and I highly recommend "Give a Dog a Home German Shepherd Rescue". We feel the entire adoption process was done with the dogs needs as the top priority. Our choice of pups was the perfect fit but we know if Jenn was concerned that it would not have worked to the benefit of the dogs she would have made suggestions to correct the situation.

Amazing work; they saved more dogs ,go the extra mile my son did some volunteer work and he flew a dog all the way back from Maine to Texas for medical care

Recently adopted a dog from this rescue. The dog was well taken care of and the application even though long was worth it. I appreciate the level of care and time put into finding these dogs great forever homes. I drove all the way from ontario and the trip was worth it. Not only because of the dog but because I could support this organization that cares so much about the dogs that come in!

We adopted Layla in July 2019. The Fort Worth Vet that neutered her on April 14 reported her weight as 62 lbs. When we adopted her, she was 82 lbs. and had serious hair loss problems. She's now 95 lbs, and not at all fat, and a totally healthy beautiful girl My Vet is very proud of what Jen and we have accomplished. I'm seriously considering adopting another. She's a wonderful girl, and my third adopted.

We adopted our beautiful boy Bei Bei from Give a dog a home and we have been so lucky to be a part of this process! The rescue owner treats all of the dogs as her own and ensures they are going to families with lots of love to give! Our boy came from the China Meat trade and we are blessed that Jenny took the effort, time and love to bring him home to us! Thank you!

I have adopted two precious dogs from Give a Dog a Home..Abby is my 12 year old girl who Jenny took in, even though she knew she had cancer and would be costly..Jenny headed up a fundraiser for our Abb y and we raised nearly enough money for her cancer surgery...today she is cancer free...then there is Bella..she is just a healthy little bundle of joy. We couldn't be happier with our babies.
After becoming an adopter, I began volunteering at the rescue. While volunteering and getting to know Jenny, I learned of the few individuals who have tried to shut her down in the past, spreading LIES and causing all kinds of chaos for Jenny and her rescue...most recently causing trouble while I was one of the 6 volunteers who looked after the rescue while Jenny was away (NOT on vacation) last year. I was completely baffled and dumbfounded what the SAME woman and her minions were saying...I was there every day and night (other with other volunteers) to make sure the dogs' kennels were clean, they were fed and had clean water..we played with them daily, exercised them, gave them toys to play with and treats...to hear the stories that these dogs were being neglected while she was away are preposterous, evil and outright lies!! And to trespass on her posted property to satisfy their obsessive agenda is insane. The pictures they provided were skewed and lies..one being a 'poop' bucket they reported as an empty water or food bucket really made me laugh! All of it couldn't be any further from the truth.
These dogs are being saved from HIGH KILL shelters...the poor souls that are lucky enough to land at Give a Dog a Home are guaranteed the utmost care...medically, physically and emotionally.
I can also attest Jenny goes without every day (though she'd never admit it) so that these dogs have the best and that they are cared for. She's messaged me at midnight before, in the middle of trying to save a dog in Texas and scrambling to find rides and volunteers to help this dog until she can get it to Maine!
This is a labor of love....She's certainly not getting rich from this career she has chosen. It's truly about saving innocent lives who deserve a chance to be loved and to have a home of their own. She gives them that chance, and they are precious souls, as is she.
I consider myself blessed to have two beautiful girls from this rescue, and that I have gained a great human friend as well..highly recommend this rescue.

We adopted our babies Romeo and Ryker from the rescue in February of 2012 and have been following ever since. Actually, I have been following the rescue since 2011 when my baby Ryker (badly injured dog found in a ditch in Dallas, TX) appeared in the Dog Examiner and I found and followed the rescue that took him. We are military and lived in a beach front condo at the time. When we lost our baby in November of 2011 so my husband started calling GSD rescues. We were told no by many because we didn't have a yard but Jenny (being a no-nonsense, common sense person) asked us what our plans were. She seemed to be the only one that understood that you can have big, young, energetic dogs in a condo if you put forth a lot of effort - many long walks (on the beach, oh what a hassle LOL), trips to the dog park, etc. So in addition to our plan and the references, etc that we provided she accepted us and the rest is history. (Note:
we have moved twice since then, both places houses with yards and I must say it did highlight the fact that no yards are hard! Or maybe the yards have made us lazy. LOL). Bottom line is Jenny is an amazing rescuer who works her butt off for the dogs and she does take her dogs back, requires it actually if I remember correctly, if it isn't working out. If something is wrong with the animal she is adopting out, the adopter will know in advance. She is very upfront, I did mention she is British right. I highly recommend this common sense, heart of gold, rescue and rescuer.

I have worked with GaDaH for 6 years now. First as a rescue coordinator in a shelter they save animals from, second as a foster and third as a rescue partner. GaDaH has always been willing to save some of the most dire cases, giving them the best veterinary care possible. When I send dogs that I have rescued to Maine, every "T" needs to be crossed and ever "I" dotted to ensure only healthy dogs with all the proper paperwork are sent. I trust this organization with dogs that I have spent a lot time to care for in order to find them wonderful homes, I have never been disappointed. In fact, this is one of only a very, very few groups that I would entrust my personal dogs to, if anything ever happened to me. I know they would be well cared for and either find new homes or be kept and loved as Jenny's own. You will not regret working with Give a Dog a Home to find your next fur family member.

We could not be happier with our dog adopted from GaDH in Sebec, Maine. We adopted Bridgette October 9, 2015, when the rescue was in its infancy. Anyone who knows animals is aware there is no guarantee an animal will be what they want in a different environment. Each animal has an individual personality.
Jenny Cope will give you her best description of the pet, but things can change when the pet is brought into a different environment. Read the adoption contract which states that Jenny will take back any pet that does not work out. I have seen her requesting assistance in transporting a pet back to her. I feel, if I adopt a pet from a shelter, I am committed to taking care of the pet and it is now my responsibility to work things out with behavior, training, etc. These are shelter dogs and not necessarily house or manner trained as they have spent their lives being saved. If you do not understand dogs, perhaps you need to seek a shelter that takes in surrendered, trained dogs.
Many shelter pets have been surrendered by owners and are already trained. This is not necessarily the case with the pets saved from Texas kill shelters. Most come from the streets where people just moved and left them. They end up with puppies that Jenny brings to Maine. (mothers & pups) I worked with my Bridgette; potty trained her and taught her manners.
I have also volunteered in transporting puppies and dogs to or from the spay/neuter clinic and have assisted transport to new families. I have seen the environment the dogs live in and I have to say that Jenny does a fabulous job taking care of all the dogs.
Jenny is doing a fabulous job on a shoestring budget. Because of complaints by certain people, she has had numerous checks by the dog officer, the state and animal welfare. She has passed every check as the dogs are well cared for.
Please don’t let the bad reviews sway you. Every dog is different; every dog has an individual personality away from the pack. If you want to save a dog; this is the place.

I am extremely picky about where my dogs go. Jenny gives me constant updates, videos, pictures and finds such great families for them. She is strict to make sure her dogs are healthy and goes above and beyond to make sure they stay healthy. I've had others try to tell me different but I've done my research based on facts and have had numerous people go to her place to check it out. All great reports. Please feel free to contact me anytime. Jenny keep up the good work and thank you so much for being a voice for the animals!!

We board our 2 rescue dogs with Jenny a few times a year and the dogs love both her and the whole experience. We have interacted with a lot of the rescue animals and are in awe of the amount of dedication required to keep it all together. Jenny and all the volunteers are to be commended for their efforts. Hurray for them in helping save these lovely creatures.

We adopted Benny back in February of 2017, and have been in love with him ever since!

Since we already had a small, 4lb Chihuahua - it was very important to us to find a dog to bring a dog into our home who was friendly and not aggressive. Our focus was to keep Frankie (our chihuahua) safe.
Jenny did a great job at listening to our concerns and went out of her way to send us videos and photos of Benny interacting with other dogs.

We decided to make a the long drive from ON, Canada to Maine (13 hours to be exact) to meet Benny. It was instant love and he and Frankie hit it off right away. Jenny ensured we had everything we needed to make it safely back across the border, and kept in touch in the weeks following our adoption to ensure Benny was happy and safe.

We would absolutely rescue a dog from here again, no questions asked!

Love,
Dominique, Mackenzie, Frankie & Benny

I have adopted 3 dogs from this rescue. All 3 of them had issues that any shelter would have just killed them. But this rescue saw past their medical needs and rescued these precious pooches. They are the best dogs and have brought so much joy to our lives. I volunteer now for the rescue and have helped foster and give freedom rides to many dogs. This rescue is amazing.

These dogs live the life of Riley at Jenny's place. We board our dog there and don't think twice about our Bandit while he's on his vacation at Jenny's. He gets treated like royalty. The dogs get great care, warm shelter, good food, clean facilities and lots of love and attention. Jenny is a kind caring person with a big generous heart. If you are looking to adopt or need a place to board your dog we highly recommend Royal Treatment in Sebec. :)

I adopted my beautiful Sinead through Jenny at Give a Dog a Home, German Shepherd Rescue almost two years ago. She was taken from a kill shelter in Texas, and placed with a foster family for several months as she regained her health (she was nearly starved and bald from mange when rescued). When I found her on Jenny's website, I completed the adoption process and arranged to have her shipped up to Maine on a transport. She is a happy, healthy 85 lb. beauty who I adore each day. Thank God there are people who are willing to put their passion into action and save dogs. My Sinead hit the "Puppy Powerball." She will never know a day in her life again when she has to cower at the hands of a human or long for a drink of water and have abundant tasty food. Jane Leifester

As someone who has followed this rescue for several years I am surprised at the negative comments, although seeing the attacks on Facebook last year it was clear that someone was intent on getting the rescue closed down. I tend to go with the official stance on things and since the rescue has had now two shelter licenses, (posted on their website, which I believe entails visits from animal welfare, I am sure that should anything have been wrong the rescue would not have been allowed to carry on.

Reading over the posts it all looks too convenient all the posting around a certain time frame, all in line with what was going on over Facebook when previously people were happy. Maybe the rescue got overwhelmed and needed to refocus, they are certainly doing well with their adoptions so far this year so something is working right. Maybe someone from the rescue upset someone and they wanted revenge, something we will most likely never know.

I will continue to support the work this rescue does and keep watching .Until I see something from an official authority saying otherwise then I believe what they are doing is excellent and very much needed and I hold them in high regard for carrying on after the onslaught over social media.

I adopted a dog from this rescue almost a yr ago. He came to ME from Tx with Heartworm. Jenny put him outside with all the other dogs where mosquitoes were able to bite him then go from dog to dog. No, HW isn't contagious like a cold. It's spread by the bite of a mosquito, just one bite can spread it to many dogs. While Tx is full of it, Maine is not. He spent a month outside this way before he was treated with a fast kill treatment, basically arsenic 2 shots 24 hrs apart from each other in his back muscle. It's extremely painful but per the vet, more so to an under weight dog such as him. Then 18 days later he had bilateral FHO (Femoral Head Osteoectomy). She then put up a fundraiser the day of the surgery and told me I couldn't bring him home until all the money was raised for him, she didn't have the money. He stayed at the vets 9 days until all money was raised. I got him home with a draining left him and fluid under them both. Less then 48 hrs he was at the Emergency Vet with both hips infected. The left hip was re-opened and drained. He ended up on entended antibiotics. Apparently it wasn't what he needed. He finished an 12 wk course of antibiotics about 4 wks about when we thought all was well with his hips. His bone actually was infected from that originally infection, from a dog that had no immune system to have a major surgery. Vets have said after HW treatment no surgery should be done for 6 months of any kind, but it was more profitable for this rescue. I have been adviced to sue...

All that come from this place are lies and unhealthy mutts. Unsocialized, not worthy of being in a home once being at this place. She knows the behavior of these dogs before they are sent to a home refuses to be truthful with public.

The dog that we adopted was physically healthy. Unfortunately, she had been severely traumatized, presumably before she went to the rescue. More unfortunately, the extent of the dog's needs were not shared. At all. The dog is absolutely phobic about the leash. This is a very significant problem in a house without a fenced in yard. It is unclear whether the dog is actually house trained (possibly, but since she runs if she goes outside and she can't be leashed, it's hard to tell). The dog is not socialized to and is fearful of people. The fear and lack of interest in people is not changing. I can't imagine how anyone would think that this dog could be a pet as she simply does not respond to human attention. The person adopting the dog is experienced with dogs, competent and willing to invest the time to train the dog in typical new pet behaviour: don't get on the furniture, this is how to walk on the leash, sit, come when called etc. This dog needs significant at home professional intervention which could not have been unknown to the rescue. The local shelter would NEVER adopt out a dog like this.

Adopted a dog from this rescue 2 yrs ago. The 1st year with her was a nightmare. I could go into sordid details I want people to know-these dogs are not what your being told they are. We had attack-bite issues. Aggression so bad we needed a behaviorist help. It all came down to her pack treatment. My dog was there over a year and ruined by one mentally deranged female.

I adopted our dog from GaDaH in December 2015. The response from the rescue was prompt and all my references on my application were called and checked. Jenny facilitated a transport for my dog to Connecticut (which cut my trip in half) with another adoptive family. While arranging the transport, I received prompt communication from both Jenny and the transporting family. The family had only kind words regarding the rescue (they adopted and were transporting there dog as well directly from the rescue) and refused to take money for transporting our pup. The pup was checked out by our vet and found to be in great health and right on track. His personality and behavior (and any issues regarding both) were exactly as stated in his description for adoption. Other than the adoption fee I paid no additional money and have never been directly asked to donate to the rescue. I donated the transport money of my own accord for food for the dogs since the kind family refused to take it. Our dog is thriving and based on my personal experience was taken care of at the rescue.

This rescue goes above and beyond. Jenny has rehabilitated some of the toughest cases. There are a few, a very few, people who have decided to target this rescue and cause problems. Their opinions are unfounded. The success stories of this rescue saving dogs, placing them with forever families and bringing joy and happiness are abundant.

Anyone giving a bad review about this rescue has never been there or has a personal Grudge against Jenny. I volunteer often and all I see is a lot of healthy dogs living together while waiting for their forever home. The dogs that come to Jenny sick, skinny, Or any health issue are taken to the local vet clinic where they get excellent care. There is definitely no abuse and yes some shelter dogs come to her scared and fearful, we work with those dogs on their terms to bring them around to become loving dogs. Jenny is saving dogs from kill shelters, these dogs are from abusive homes , the streets or who knows what conditions, anyone with any intelligence would know it was going to take time and effort to make them into family pets. Jenny is in this to save dogs, if you lived it you would know there is no money in it and the success comes from the generosity of those of us that love the dogs.

Adoption is all about money not about dogs. You never deal with Jenny until you actually puck up your dog that's what I recently found out. I backed out of our process when we did start dealing with Jenny herself, the way she pushed us for donations, wanting family to donate. Things weren't as smooth as people say they are. We had been dealing with someone else much nicer in the beginning. Jenny is a mean nasty person once she realized she wasn't getting our cash. This place is a SCAM!

My wife and I have been volunteering at Gadah for several months now helping make improvements,cleaning and fostering dogs at our home. It's refreshing to see Jennys unconditionall love for animals. She is willing to give them her all every day. In the past 5 years she has saved hundreds of pups from kill shelters and found them new homes with family's that love animals like she does.Jenny has a network of volunteers ,helpers and supporters all over the U.S. and Canada who love animals too. I feel bad that a few have made it there misson to criticize and try to ruin Jenny reputation. What Gadah needs is other kind hearted people to help Jenny do what she does best,save lives! Thanks go out to Jenny and her supporters for the wonderful difference they make in these pups lives.

I adopted a dog from this place several months ago. A thin frail unhealthy GSD with many more on going issues then our family anticipated. It has cost us several hundreds of dollars with many more to go before we have any hopes or a shimmer of light before us. We have just begun with socializing due to the fear. This dog is a shell of what a dog should be. We thought we were getting a rehabilitated, healthy young GSD. Instead we got a dog that needs what a rescue should have done before sending it to a home family. It had food aggression with our other dog, didn't know how to live in a home for months. I don't recommend this place to any person at all much less an animal.

In April GADAH rescued a German Shepherd from horrible conditions: skin and bones, almost complete hair loss, and many other complications of severe nelect. When I met the pup six-months later, he was friendly, affectionate, and all if his medical issues were resolved. He was happy, fluffy, energetic and I fell in love with him immediately.
I'm grateful to Jen for her commitment to these awesome dogs. She is a very warm person and despite taking care of the rescue pack and running a business, Jen does a really good job at communicating.
If you want to see before-and-after pictures of my pup, go to the GADAH facebook page and check out Rocky's pictures.

Jenny is a loving, compassionate person. The dogs in the rescue adore her...so do her adopters and boarders. Incidently, all of the pups are happy and healthy. I got involved with the rescue as a potential adopter. I was looking for a GSD and had inquiries out with several different rescues. I ended up adopting from a private home because the pup I adopted was in a far worse place than Give A Dog A Home. The dogs at GADAH were already rescued, and in a loving caring environment. Jenny was nothing but helpful, and understanding. I am now a volunteer, because I respect and like Jenny, respect her efforts, and I adore the breed. In short Jenny runs an excellent organization and I am proud to be a part of it and to call her a friend.

Jenny is seriously an angel sent from above! She doesn't just save the prettiest dogs or the healthiest dogs but the ones in greatest need - take for instance our rescue. When Jenny pulled him from the city shelter, he was hours from being put down. Despite being a gorgeous boy with a wonderful temperament, he also happened to be heart worm positive. She had him treated and fattened up and kept him safe until we were able to come across him - we could not be any more grateful! You can't go wrong when looking for a rescue dog (or a groomer!) - all of her dogs are so well socialized with her pack, they will have a much easier time adjusting to their forever homes.

When I started helping out with this rescue I absoloutley loved it and it completely took over my life I was doing everything I could possibly do to help. I helped at several events and helped with several events. Jenny is a VERY hard work and does amazing things for these dogs BUT I have since stopped volunteering. While Jenny does amazing things she is probably one of the rudest people I've ever met when you do something she doesn't like or agree with. Half the time she wouldn't even say thank you to me except when I did transports and it was just me and her alone. My mom came to one event and then stopped by another event for a bit to help out and both times she completely ignored her and never said thank you for helping after my mom worked her butt off at work all day but still managed to stop by and help. She also called my mom out and called her a coward after she BEGGED for fosters and we agreed but then she turned us down so my mom posted on Facebook and Jenny called my mom a coward even though my mom NEVER mentioned Jenny or the rescues name. She also called me a bad pet owner and belittled me for considering a medical issue with my dog and she kept badgering me on Facebook not letting it go and that is when my time with the rescue ended, I felt so disrespected and disgusted. She complains about "witch hunts" on her and people saying nasty things about her but then she does the SAME THING, very two faced if you ask me. Like I said she does a lot and works very hard! I'm not gonna take that away from her and make it seem all bad because without her so many dogs who are alive would be dead but if you volunteer here just be careful.

I volunteer for an awesome rescue....Jenny Cope. Give a dog a home German Shepherd rescue. I have had the opportunity to help in the transportation of a few. Some from ACS, vets , and meeting some terrific people who have also help as we meet to continue the transportation to Jenny Cope. Many of them would not be rescued by any others due to their conditions such broken bones (legs, pelvis, dislocation of one or even both hips )and severe skins conditions, malnutrition and abused. The conditions have been very sad. Many are minutes from being put down. Yet Jenny gives these babies a chance for life. I have personally seen the transformation of these babies. Their eyes tell it all. Their tails wagging, some who had no hair now with hair as well as those with the skin conditions all cleared up. Unfortunately by looking into some of their eyes there had been abuse. Yet once with the work that Jenny does there is trust again. Jenny works so hard to find great homes not for just dogs but to be part of a family. I have never met such a dedicated women who has given so much of herself to ensure the well being for the beautiful babies.

Sadly, one of the most noble breeds, the German Shepherd Dog, is no stranger to death row in kill "shelters". In fact, GSDs are the 3rd most oft killed purebred dog in one of these facilities. I network GSDs nationwide and believe me Texas certainly has a large number of GSDs on death row at any given time. Some are adopted, some are rescued, but far too many are murdered. Interestingly though, there's a subset of GSDs that we see in Texas that have a chance at rescue. These would be the hardship cases, the dogs that no other rescue will touch. Dogs with not just broken hearts and broken spirits, but broken bones to match. Some are dying from kennel cough or pneumonia. Some can't even move from paralysis. Some have skin conditions rendering them bald and leathery. Some have gaping wounds with festering infections. Time and time again I've seen these hopeless cases scooped up by Jenny of GaDaH. Without Jenny and GaDaH there'd be nope hope for these tortured souls. There is nothing more gratifying than seeing an 'after' picture of a dog who has been rescued by Jenny and in her loving care...the difference from the shelter picture is astounding. Jenny is often the only hope, the only bridge to life for these creatures. Thank heavens for GaDaH, a GSD in Texas' best friend.

If you ever want to meet a tenacious "chick" - this is your gal. Her love of GSDs and especially those that are the very weak, hurt, injured, and then some....there is just no comparison. When death is looking those poor souls in the eye....she's there...And one of my most rambunctious GSDs - the one and only Cesar - comes from her. We both spotted him in MS - but, she managed to get him (before I even knew of Rescues) --- and now, he is here-- with a bunch of others - and through her toughness and fighting spirit for these poor abandoned "guys" and "gals" -- I now too, have my own Rescue. She is truly a heroine for all those that she has saved, is saving, and will save.......! Here' s to Jenny! :)

I first saw the GaDaH facebook page it caught my eye as they were looking for someone to transort a dog from Houston to SA as I live in Sugarland I thought to myself your a animal lover believe in rescue hmm this sounds interesting, so started my journey because from that first FREEDOM RIDE had me hooked!! Jenny met me in SA and one look at her and you can just see the love and care for the fur babies she has, if you follow the progress of the pups many of them have surgerys in which fund raising must be done.

Many hands go into the ship with the captain leading the way but one thing is clear these dogs are all safe and sound when they are at the rescue Jenny works very hard,long hours why? you might say well as someone who also adopted a GSD ZACH from GADAH one look in his eyes when he plonks his big head in my lap yep thats the answer............... thankyou too all the volunteers and of course Jenny!!

One day I just stumbled across GaDaH's Facebook page and was immediately welcomed to the pack by Jenny and other volunteers. It's been a great warm welcoming and it's been a blessing to be a part of a rescue that strives to be THE BEST!!! I cannot imagine what it is like to see first-hand how injured these dogs are when they're first rescued. Whether it be physically or emotionally I have no doubt it can take a toll on a person to see them hurt. However, Jenny continues to push forward and do what is best for these loving animals. She does not stop because she has a headache or upset stomach, this lady crazily pushes further/harder. Through her videos/photos we're able to a part of their journey even though some of us are miles away.

This is taken from the American Kennel Club website regarding the GSD:

"...this dependable breed is more than its 9-to-5 job"........"The breed is approachable, direct and fearless, with a strong, muscular body."


I believe those words also represent Jenny :)

I met Jenny Cope while rescuing for another group. I have since come to know her and have helped in the past with adoption events. She has a huge heart for GSDs. She also expanded that heart to include several mixes. She goes above and beyond to help the dogs no one else will help. She will rescue dogs that have horrible medical conditions and give it her all and then some to try and save them. Some times the only thing she can provide them with is love and compassion as she holds them as they cross over the bridge. She will search out specialists for rare conditions. She works tirelessly in her efforts to save these dogs from kill shelters. She has worked her magic on so many dogs and continues to do so. Unlike many rescues it is mostly just Jenny. She has more energy and compassion then several people combined. I am not sure how she manages but she continues to amaze. In a perfect world she would have unlimited help and finances. But she fights on and on to do the best for these precious babies.

Jenny goes above and beyond for the love of these dogs. She takes the dogs that someone else would look at and say are hopeless. Injured, sick, abused, neglected, it doesn't matter. Jenny somehow makes them whole again. I'm so very proud to be a small part of this rescue - for me it is a privilege to help in giving these dogs a second chance. THANK YOU Jenny for all you do. Those little beating hearts in GSD bodies are forever grateful!

Two years ago I made a donation to honor the loss of my sister-in-law's GSD, Marie, to GaDaH-San Antonio. The donation was to help a young male who had been hit by a car, his pelvis shattered, and left for dead. This organization and it's tenacious founder, Jenny Cope saved this dog's life and made sure he and another of her rescues had the life they deserved in a fantastic home. I have witnessed Jenny nursing distemper ,every type of fracture, joint issue,skin disorder, and neurological disease one can name in veterinary science over and over again. She literally takes the dogs no-one else will; over and over again. Even if a dog is healthy enough when it comes to GaDaH-SA, he is heartbroken when he come to Jenny, as no Shepherd can imagine its family giving him to a shelter. Jenny Cope provides the love, care and " find that forever home "commitment to their well-being; which every dog wants and no German Shepherd Dog can live without. Jenny has assembled a valuable team of equally passionate and capable volunteers and together they are of immeasurable value to the German Shepherd Dog and those who love them. This organization not only saves dogs: it lifts us all up as human beings we should all strive to be.

My wife and I adopted two rescue dogs from jenny cope give a dog a home .Jenny runs a top notch GSD rescue. She is a very dedicated , hard working , professional and above all, LOVING GSD rescuer .Her dedication to this cause is amazing, and ultimately her life's cause.We are very impressed with MS Cope and her GSD home for lost souls looking for their forever home.

No words describe the dedication that Jenny Cope of Give A Dog A Home German Shepherd Rescue puts into helping German Shepherds in need. She helps/save Sheps, that others have given up on sometimes with only hours to spare before being killed!,She works to find kennel space, foster homes, frequently with experienced handlers to help the Sheps gain the skills they need to go on & live a fulfilling life with a new family, and she matches Sheps with forever homes through adoptions. Can't speak highly enough of Jenny(Give a Dog A home German Shepherd Rescue)Jenny clearly puts the welfare of the dogs in her care first at all times in a thoroughly professional and efficient manner - would recommend without hesitation to anyone.

I met Jenny Cope approximately a year ago at a tribute to fallen Police Officers and Firefighters event in San Antonio, Texas. I have volunteered at her Rescue. I have transported dogs for her either to a vet or bringing a dog to her from a shelter. Jenny gives her heart and soul for dogs and for the German Shepherd Breed. People have dumped dogs on her that were not shepherds and she still took them in. She has taken dogs that were very broken and given them new life via surgery. Anyone who does any work at a Rescue knows that this is not an easy life, but Jenny keeps sticking with it, when some would have given up. I applaud Jenny, some day when life allows, I will foster dogs for her and maybe adopt one from her. If anyone adopts a dog from this rescue they will not regret it.

I do not know this lady personally, but feel like I do! She works mostly alone to save the breed I love...One amazing lady doing the best she can, and doing it very well..

As someone who has worked with numerous rescue groups and volunteered at multiple shelters since 2001, I wanted to take a couple of minutes to write a review on Give a Dog a Home, German Shepherd Dog Rescue and commend it's founder, Jenny Cope, for her hard work and dedication. I have followed this rescue on Facebook and their website for the past couple of years, and though I have nothing bad to say about any of the rescue groups I have worked with, this one goes the extra mile. Jenny doesn't hesitate to rescue dogs that most other groups would not even consider trying to save. She pulls from kill shelters throughout Texas and arranges transportation to either the rescue itself or to whichever of the several vet's she utilizes best fits the dog's individual needs (she has several specialists that she calls in when they are needed, as well as a local vet). Whether it is a pregnant mama dog, a litter of pups with serious health issues or a dog that is suffering from severe injuries or skin conditions, GaDaH rescue is ready and willing to do whatever is needed to help them get ready to live a better life.

Because we live several hours from the rescue, we are unable to assist Jenny as much as we would like. We have helped with some transports and arranging transports on the internet, as well as making some phone calls and sharing available dogs via FB and emails. We hope in the future to be able to help out more and would encourage everyone else to do the same.

Please think of this rescue when you are looking for your next companion - there are always some great dogs at GaDaH GSD Rescue!

I'm sure things started out right, reading the prior reviews. But I'm sorry there are major issues with this rescue now. How can one person properly care for 80 animals many of them that are sick by herself. Read her facebook page, she is majorly stressed.
We adopted a GSD from this group almost two weeks ago. I was aware of the skin issues, but was not prepared for the severely malnourished animal brought to my house. How could I not take this poor sweet animal. I felt he would die if he went back to this rescue. I have pictures of when he was pulled from the pound and when I received him three months later. It was my impression and experience that dogs should get better in rescue, not get worse.
We were in a one week foster to adopt situation. Three days in we PayPal'ed the $300 adoption fee, big mistake on my part. No further contact with this rescue despite e-mails, facebook messages and phone calls. Montgomery County pound did shots, micro chip, possible neuter. The only thing this rescue organization did was almost let this animal starve to death.
I see this rescue organization "Give a Dog a Home GSD Rescue" as like a bad puppy mill. If you keep supporting them they will continue. To GADAH, rethink what you are doing, you are way in over your head!!!! I've had lots of experience with GSD's and rescue. This place is not what it seems.

My family and I personally benefited. We flew down from Boston, MA and adopted a beautiful German Shepard puppy. I cant tell you how much I am grateful that they saved her from being killed. She is so smart, I am training her for service dog work and search and rescue!

Give a Dog A Home is an organization that really helps dogs and uses the donations 100% for the dogs.
Not for self needs. They post so all can see were donations went. I donated $ and items and saw this for myself. It was awesome to see the dogs chew the bones I bought : )

I encourage you to support this wonderful organization!

GADAH is a truly remarkable rescue organization because of the direct impact that Jenny makes to save the pups who would not have half a fighting chance if not for her. Many rescue organizations have dozens, some have a couple hundred volunteers, from which they can ask for resources and get assistance. This rescue handles countless GSD pups with a limited, seemingly skeletal core group of people to help. For Jenny to have started this non-profit and continue to take in the GSD cases that she does is really inspiring. I live in Virginia and even though this rescue is in Devine, Texas, I watch it closely to see if I can help in some way. I follow several rescue organizations and can say that few have as much spirit as GADAH does. Everything that GADAH does is for the best of the pups. I hope GADAH can continue to do the amazing work that it has done already for many years to come.

I discovered Give A Dog a Home on Facebook. Jenny, the founder, is doing a terrific job of rescuing, getting dogs healthy & socialized, & finding forever homes. My husband & I have helped with transports as well as donations. This rescue deserves funding & any help it can get.

I stumbled across GADAH earlier this year. As a life long GSD owner, (I have loved many) I was completely awestruck by Jenny's devotion to the breed. She is completely selfless in her efforts to pull dogs literally at death's door at shelters, to rescue, vet and rehab dogs that others would deem too expensive to take on and to love, feed, home and care for these dogs until proper homes can be found. She is one in a million. People want to help, but rarely go to the extremes that Jenny does. I have limited funds at my household, but I donate whenever I can. I know that every little bit helps. If someone is looking for a GSD to rescue, please go to her website and fill out an application. She has many wonderful dogs looking for families to love and to be loved by.

I have personally picked up and temporarily fostered a pup from the Irving shelter, Jesse, for this rescue. And am an avid follower of this rescue on face book. Love the pictures, videos, stories, and following along with these pups journeys.
Jenny is simply amazing! I am in awe of this lady's commitment, love, and drive for this majestic breed. She has saved so many wonderful GSD's and mixes from shelters all over Texas that would have otherwise been euthanized. She is candid, blunt, and is a no nonsense type of lady. I like that about her.
She takes on all kinds of urgent care pups, ensuring they are well taken care of, and have every chance at a normal, healthy, life. And not just the cute cuddly babies some rescues tend to only care about for a quick turn over, although she has some of those too. And she does most of it, all on her own! She gives everything she has, each and every day to keeping these pups healthy, safe, and loved.
She is truly an inspiration, and any pup in her care is very lucky! You can't ask for a more socialized, and well rounded pup then the ones Jenny has. She always has about 40 pups, of all ages and various medical needs, that she cares for every day, from sun up to sun down. Yes, she is very picky about the homes and people her charges are adopted to, ensuring they understand the breed, and that every pup gets the best possible home. And that is exactly as it should be!

My husband and I adopted a 4 month old puppy from Jenny. He is absolutely one of the best dogs that I have ever had. Without Jenny and everything that she does our puppy Kaiser probably would have been put down. Especially since his previous owners gave him up because he bit them. Before we adopted Kaiser we had been following Jenny at Give a Dog a Home for about a year. We had previously adopted a GSD from another rescue the year before and we were looking to adopt another GSD. Every time we met Jenny she was nothing but kind and very helpful. She completely understood that we were looking to adopt another dog, but at that specific time we weren't ready due to still having a little over a year left in our apartment. She was never pushy and we never got any guilt trips from her. As soon as she got Kaiser we knew he was the dog for us and the timing was just perfect. I contacted her and got a response within a reasonable time frame especially with her being a student. She told me everything I needed to fill and get to her. We filled out and got all the paperwork into her. Within 2 weeks we were having our meet and greet. Jenny is absolutely wonderful!!! We are very pleased with our whole experience with Give a Dog a Home, German Shepherd Dog Rescue

I stumbled upon this organization by accident while surfing Facebook. I have always done volunteer work on my spare time, and now with some changes in my life I have more spare time and means to donate to worthy causes. Though Jenny is sometimes a little scattered or frustrated her efforts day and night to these animals is impeccable. I know that my donations go directly to the animals, and I have enjoyed seeing the successful placement of so many fur-babies.

Jenny is wonderful at what she does I go down to help much as I can. The dogs help me to keep going I have PTSD and the give a dog a home has made my life so much better I am so greatfull to Jenny and give a dog home for being my life saver.

Jenny Cope goes above and beyond, caring for dogs that would otherwise be PTS. She expertly nurses them back to health and gives them all the love and care one person can. She works so hard to save these precious souls! And she diligently makes sure they go to good homes.

Maggie Arnold

This Rescue goes over and beyond to save the dogs. They practice professionally with patience and determination to do what it takes to get through paperwork, roadblocks and setbacks while the whole time thinking about the animals. Its truly a rescue that is dedicated and focused on saving lives.

I really do not know how one woman can do as much as Jenny does by herself. She has saved dozens of dogs with her own heart, strength, home and some help from friends. I have never personally met Jenny, but I have donated to the rescue many times and helped transport dogs for the rescue. If you donate to GADAH, you will be able to see exactly where your money is going and follow these dogs on their journeys. I completely support GADAH and Jenny.

I adopted my Service Dog Jena from GaDaH and I am glad that she had been saved so that I could adopt her. I am glad that GaDaH is there to save these animals and provide them with another chance. Any time I run into someone looking for an adoptable GSD I point them to her site.

Jenny at Give a Dog a Home is amazing. She gives many dogs a second chance. Ones that no one else steps up for. She gets them the care they need, provides love, shelter and a stable pack. When she adopts the pups out, she makes sure the pups and new family are well suited and does not hesitate to take a pup back "home" should the fit not be perfect. If I could, I would volunteer. She does so much with so little in the area of volunteers. I donate when I can and urge others to support her and Give a Dog a Home. You will be hard pressed to find anyone else with the compassion that Jenny has. She puts her heart and soul into the pups and it shows.

I found out about Give a Dog a Home GSD rescue by searching online and eventually 'liked' and followed their Facebook page. My husband and I were looking to possibly adopt a rescued German Shepherd and not long after following the facebook page, we found our new GSD family member! Not only does Jenny work tirelessly to rescue and care for all of these beautiful animals, she also spends time to make sure that each dog is placed in a good home.

I love that Give a Dog a Home GSD Rescue goes above and beyond helping the sick and injured dogs that many other rescue turn their back one. They have repeatedly pulled dogs from the DFW metroplex that have needed amputations and extensive vetting and rehabilitation. I will continue to support this rescue and all of their efforts to rescue the underdog. Thank you to Jenny and GaDaH

I had followed this rescue for about a year and half, and then one day I decided that I needed to do more to help them out. I contacted Jenny and have helped organize transport runs, answering facebook questions for rescue followers and potential adopters, and assisted with emails to get pledge sponsorships honored. I have also transported a few dogs and some dog food for Jenny and the pack. My first transport was a sweet boy, Jesse, who has since been accepted into the Shepherds for Lost Sheep service dog training program. He will become a service dog for a soldier with PTSD. Jesse is not the first of the rescue pack to be trained for this role, and he will not be the last either. The second transport I completed was for Harley. He is a dutch shepherd that was hit, run over, and dragged by a 4 wheeler. GaDaH stepped up and put a rescue tag on him at the shelter to save his life and get him the treatment that he needed. Harley had major injuries and ended up with surgery to repair his broken upper and lower jaws, another plate to repair a broken facial bone, and a plate to repair his broken pelvis. Many pet owners, nonetheless a rescue, would not pay the over $4500 to fix this sweet boy, but Jenny and Give a Dog a Home, German Shepherd Dog Rescue did. She takes in many "hopeless", sick and injured dogs and provides them with the medical care, love, and life that they so deserve no matter the cost to her financially or personally. This rescue does not give up on a difficult case and will exhaust every option for care and treatment to get a dog happy and healthy. I cannot say enough good things about this rescue and hope that you will find it in your heart to check them out and help out however you are able!

I met Jenny years ago when I wanted to adopt a GSD. She checks out families and gives advice whether a GSD would be a good match for the household. At that time her assessment was right. I am full time military and would not be able to exercise the dog enough for the breed. I appreciated her frnakness

Jenny is a fantastic and caring person. She is willing to give all her time to her GSD's without regard to her well being. The dogs always comes first and she is committed to giving time to saving more GSD's even if she has too many rescues. There is always a place for a GSD in her pack . Jenny has also saved other breeds so they could live.

Being stationed in Afghanistan, I have had email chats with Jenny about a GSD as a service dog for PTSD. She has been so helpful in her answers. I plan on getting touch with her when I am home again.

We receive GSD from Jenny's Give a Dog a Home - GSD Rescue all the time for use in our program. We train GSD for the Shepherds for Lost Sheep, Inc. The dogs we have received from GaDaH have been phenomenal. There are many veterans that have been given their life back because of Jenny and her dogs.

I am a GSD owner and live in the Dallas area.Im always helping friends find GSD or adoptable dogs in shelters. I just love the dogs that this rescue has saved and try and promote them to the public.Thank you all for what you do love watching the videos of the dogs , they all look so happy and healthy despite being in a rescue.

Jenny came to me while doing some behind the scenes research on German Shepherds in San Antonio. The rescue, Give A Dog A home came up when I typed in German shepherd in San Antonio. I was beyond thrilled. I had learned that she had been in rescue for about 6 months to a year I believe it was. I then showed my husband and it was following her that gave us the courage to check into adopting. After going to help where we could at events, we became thrilled to do whatever we could to help her save the dogs she needed us for. First was a transport from Austin. Then one from Houston. Wherever she needed us we would try to be there. Now, I feel like the rescue is our family. Every time Jenny asks We look at our schedule and if we have the slightest chance of opening it we do just for her. Jenny brought us to find our little girl Akasha. One adoption event after another this gorgeous tan pup kept stealing my husbands heart. Constantly pulling at him saying take me take me. Finally, at the dog show, he fell into her plea and as always he couldn't say no. Neither could I. The moment between them has never stopped and its the best thing seeing both of them together. All because Jenny didn't give up and saved Akasha were we able to add her into our home and hearts. The work Jenny does, the time she spends, and the life she bears is remarkable. This rescue is not only the best I have ever seen, but the best I have worked with. Now, fostering Frodo and bringing him into the family life with us and getting him out of his scared shell has added to the experience of how fantastic, amazing, and exceptional Jenny and Give a Dog a Home is. Without her, the world of uncertainty for almost all the hard case pups would be unbearable. Every pup has its story, and Jenny, no matter how bad the situation, seems to make that story come alive into a fairy tale of happiness. Every dog she has saved has gone through something. Some were told to die because they were just that sick. Others were just abandoned. All were pulled from DEATHROW. And all have been given a new life and a new hope! Thank you Jenny for getting the second and third opinions, for giving second chances, and most of all for keeping this magnificent breed alive. You are the most admirable person with the most admirable rescue. Thank you!

I've had the privilege of working with the rescue by pulling dogs from area shelters and providing temporary foster care until transportation can be arranged from the DFW area. Jenny works tirelessly in the efforts of providing a 2nd chance for these wonderful animals some of whom have been injured or were sick. She has a heart as big as Texas and works extremely hard to find forever homes for the dogs that come through her rescue.

I first came into contact with Jenny when I was looking to adopt/rescue a senior GSD. I had a female GSD for 13 yrs. and know and understand what the seniors are all about. After my experience with my Dutchess, and knowing how so many do not want to deal with older dogs, I decided that I wanted to help the older pupdogs in their later years.
Come to find out, Jenny did not really have the opportunity to deal with the older dogs; but, ... she did take in all the GSDs that others seemed to turn their back on. Mattered not how dire the pupdog's situation was/is, she would take that dog and do everything in her power to make that dog "whole" again, or as whole as the pupdog could possibly be ... then the daunting task of trying to find homes for these pupdogs.
At this same time, I had recently retired and was doing volunteer rescue pupdog transports. My first transport I committed to was taking a pupdog all the way to Utah. A transport from TX to Utah would require a whole lot of different people pitching in, ordinarily. Me, being the person that I am, love driving, love being on the road, thought a trip to Utah would be most awesome. So I took probably 90% of the legs myself, accompanied by my darlin' daughter.
So after this initial transport, I starting looking to see where else I could help out. (Aside from the GSD, I also have a love for the pit bulls and Akitas).
I ended up doing a transport for Jenny Cope and GiveaDogaHome helping get a dog from the DFW area to San Antonio. After I researched, I found that I had already contacted her about the possibility of adopting a senior.
The hubby and I did the transport, met her at her vet's office, as she was picking up a couple of her pack that had received treatment, one of them being an amputee. We dropped off the momma GSD and her pups and visited with her a bit, and the tripawd ... the rest is history.
This woman sacrifices her own personal life to give life to unwanted GSDs. She had a most beautiful home (with restrictions on dogs) and chose to move to the semi-boonies and live in a "wizard-of-oz" falling down around her, type of home so that she could save more GSDs.
We ended up adopting 2 of her pupdogs to add to our pack, we go and help her with building and repairs, and patching, whatever we can help with.
Jenny is amazing!!! Her love for the GSD is not to be rivaled.

Give a Dog a Home is a wonderful rescue, run by a totally devoted rescuer.