This contest is open to everyone! Your photo does not have to feature a GHGSDR alum—we love all German Shepherds and welcome entries from all proud Shepherd owners.

• High-resolution, horizontal photos of dogs only — no humans, please!
• Photos must be uploaded digitally (no hard copies).
• Photos must be original and copyright-owned by the person submitting.
  
  

• A high-resolution photo of your German Shepherd(s)
• Name and age of the dog(s)
• A short paragraph sharing something fun or special about your dog(s). (Is your pup a GHGSDR rescue? Tell us how long they’ve been part of your family!)
  
  

• Each photo entry requires a $10 tax-deductible donation
• Multiple entries are encouraged! The same pet may be entered more than once but can only win a featured month once.
  
  

• Entry Period: July 7, 2025 at 7:00 AM (CT) – August 10, 2025 at 9:00 PM (CT)
• Voting Period: July 7, 2025 at 7:00 AM (CT) – August 10, 2025 at 9:00 PM (CT) (Voting and entry happen simultaneously!)
  
  

• Votes are $1 each
• The top 12 vote-getters will each be featured as a "Dog of the Month" in the 2025 calendar
• The top vote-getter will also be featured on the cover
• All entries will appear in a photo collage within the calendar—so everyone’s a winner!
  
  

• GHGSDR reserves the right to clarify or modify contest rules during the contest period.
• Greater Houston German Shepherd Dog Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations are tax-deductible and non-refundable.

Greater Houston German Shepherd Dog Rescue (GHGSDR) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit volunteer organization founded in 2008. We are a breed-specific rescue dedicated to saving and rehoming German Shepherds in Houston, Texas, and the surrounding areas. GHGSDR is guided by three core values: dedication, integrity, and compassion.

We are committed to finding loving homes for our German Shepherds with people who share our mission of giving these dogs a better life and a second chance.

Our dogs come from public shelters—after completing their stray-hold period—or are surrendered directly to us by their owners. We strive to ensure that every dog in our care receives the love, attention, and medical treatment needed to thrive.

We believe every dog deserves a second chance at a happy life. All of our rescued German Shepherds are placed in foster homes while we work to find them permanent, loving homes. We carefully match each dog with an adoptive family to ensure they receive the love and care they deserve.

We attribute our success in rehoming German Shepherds to our incredible volunteers. Many have been with us since the beginning, providing us with a strong foundation and sense of history. Newer volunteers bring energy and fresh ideas—both are essential to continuing our mission.

As a completely volunteer-run organization, we all have other jobs and careers. While we’re not professionals in animal behavior, training, or veterinary care, we work closely with local veterinarians, trainers, and animal welfare organizations to ensure our dogs receive the best possible care and support.

We rely on the generosity of our community to keep going. Whether through donations, fostering, volunteering, or adopting one of our dogs, there are many ways to support our mission.

To learn more, please visit our website: www.ghgsdr.org