Dondo and Sosa

Dondo and Sosa need your help!

German Shepherds serve us all the time. Police, Military, SAR, they are at the top of the list. A day does not go by without a shepherd hero.

One of the saddest stories happening right now. There are two retired working dogs sitting in kennels at the Phila SPCA. There is no question they are not puppies, but grown dogs There is no question they are the best of the breed. They have met their duties in spades. They have worked all their lives and retired first to a rescue to find them homes and wound up at the Philly SPCA who is trying to place them. They are good dogs. They have energy. They have amazing intellect.

They need a real family all their own. No one – not any dog but especially not hard-working dogs who keep us and our world safe – should be sitting in a kennel month after month for years. They need good people – veterans, military, former military or a person and family who understands the possible issues, higher energy, and protectiveness. They need a family to foster or adopt.

If there is anyone in Delaware who wants the love and loyalty of the best of the best for as long as they have this is your chance to love them back.

We have such great adopters. Surely someone is or knows the perfect person who is a Dondo match and who is a Sosa match. We are posting their information, not because we ran out of our own dogs but because Dondo and Sosa are the most deserving of shepherds and they need us.

Any questions their information is there. If you need any information or assistance, we will help. Please, let there be great homes for these two heroes.

Dondo

Dondo A retired working K9, Dondo once bravely served our country – alert, disciplined, and brave.

But when the time came that he could no longer serve, there was no happy retirement. Instead, he was subjected to years of filth and neglect at a place that should’ve gave him respite.

Luckily, we were able to rescue Dondo from that life. But rescue is only the first chapter. What he’s still waiting for is the ending he truly deserves – a home.

Dondo is not your average dog. He’s smart. Focused. Loyal to the core. But he’s also lived a life most can’t imagine. He needs someone who understands the soul of a working dog – someone with experience handling K9s from police, military, or protection backgrounds. In the right hands, Dondo will give every last ounce of his love and devotion.

If you’re that someone, or if you know someone who is, please email gkocher@pspca.org. Help us give this hero the ending he never got.

Email: gkocher@pspca.org for more information.
The Pennsylvania SPCA
350 E Erie Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19134
Kennel #3079

Meet Sosa – A True Hero in Search of Her Forever Home

Sosa is more than just a dog – she’s a veteran with a story that deserves to be heard. Once a dedicated working dog, Sosa gave her all in service. When she retired, she was sent to a rescue, but unfortunately, she didn’t receive the loving care she truly deserved.

This incredible girl was one of 28 dogs our Animal Law Enforcement team rescued from a neglectful situation. Now, she’s ready for her next chapter – a loving home where she can thrive in peace.

What makes Sosa special?

Fun-loving & Water-Obsessed – She loves playtime and splashing around!
Serious when needed – A true professional who knows when to switch into “work mode.” Independent – Sosa would prefer to be the only animal in the home, where she can bond fully with her new family.

Sosa, along with a 3 other retired working dogs in our care, needs a very unique family – someone with experience handling military or law enforcement-trained dogs. This is a rare opportunity to adopt a true hero, and we’re determined to find her the perfect home. She served us, now it’s our turn to serve her.

If you can offer Sosa the home she’s been waiting for, please reach out!

Email: gkocher@pspca.org for more information.
The Pennsylvania SPCA
350 E Erie Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19134
Kennel #3079

Sosa