Welcome to Misfit Shepherds at Misfit Acres

At Misfit Shepherds, we are not just a rescue — we are German Shepherd behavior specialists.

Roxane and I are German Shepherd–specific behaviorists. What does that mean? It means when a Shepherd comes to us, we don’t just provide shelter. We provide understanding. We provide structure. We provide rehabilitation.

Most German Shepherds that find themselves in rescue situations are there for a reason. Somewhere along the way, something went wrong — misunderstood behavior, lack of training, trauma, poor socialization, fear, or misplaced instincts.

We don’t guess.

We dig until we find the root of the issue — and then we correct it.

Real Rehabilitation. Real Results.

If a Shepherd struggles with small-animal aggression, we have 12 cats who patiently help them work through those issues safely and properly. We have even had Shepherds who once couldn’t be near a cat end up napping beside one on the same bed.

If a Shepherd has aggression toward other Shepherds, we have up to 24 Shepherds on our open property who help with structured socialization and behavioral work.
Our dogs are never rushed through the system. Every Shepherd stays with us a minimum of 30 days. During that time, they live with us — in our home, in our bedroom, by our
side while we mow the lawn, relax in the evening, or throw a ball in the yard.

They are not sitting in kennels waiting to be chosen.
They are learning how to be family.

Why This Matters to You
When you adopt from Misfit Acres, you are not getting a mystery dog.

You will know exactly who your Shepherd is.
We carefully match each dog to each applicant:

Working family? You need a Shepherd who can stay home without redecorating your house.

Active retiree? We’ll match you with a Shepherd who can keep up with your energy.

Fireplace and quiet evenings? We have couch companions too.

Frequent social gatherings? You’ll want a Shepherd who greets guests with a wagging tail — not a security detail.
This level of matching only comes from truly knowing our dogs — and we truly know them.

An Open-Kennel, Pack-Socialized Rescue

Our open-kennel property allows up to 24 Shepherds to run and interact daily under structure and supervision. They learn social skills, boundaries, confidence, and stability.
They are rehabilitated. Balanced. Prepared.

Affordable, Because It’s About the Dogs!

Shepherds with this level of rehabilitation typically come with a very high price tag.

Not here.
Our adoption fee is only $200, with a 75% discount for Military, Police, and Fire.
We believe heroes deserve heroes.

We’re Family — Forever

Adoption is not the end of the relationship.
If behavioral questions arise, we are here.
If you need guidance, we are here.
If you need to go on vacation or travel for work, they can always come back to stay with us.
Once a Misfit Shepherd, always a Misfit Shepherd.
We are their grandparents forever.