Current Woody's Place Residents
At Woody's Place Senior German Shepherd Sanctuary, we provide lifelong sanctuary to senior German Shepherds who have been overlooked, abandoned, or displaced.
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Every dog that comes to Woody's Place becomes family. We are committed to providing exceptional veterinary care, nutritious food, comfortable beds, daily enrichment, and, above all, the love, dignity, and security every senior dog deserves for the rest of their life.
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Providing lifelong care is only possible through the generosity of our supporters. You can make a lasting difference by sponsoring one of our resident dogs or making a tax-deductible donation. Every gift helps ensure our seniors receive the care they deserve.
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We are that place in the country where old German Shepherds come to retire.
Meet Our Residents
Sashi is an 11-year-old, playful lady who was surrendered to the Sanctuary after her owner sadly passed away, and another family member could no longer care for her due to Sashi being incontinent.
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Sashi arrived on December 1, 2024, and it didn't take her long to get acclimated to the other residents. In fact, she was anxious to meet them and then get out and play.
Sashi is a "dog's dog." She feels much more comfortable being with the group, and they took to her right away.
Sashi is a healthy senior gal, except for being incontinent due to a spinal disc issue. Diagnostic imaging indicates a very small chance that corrective surgery would resolve the issue.
Some of Sashi's favorite things are:
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Harassing the cats
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Rolling in the grass
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Spending time with all her friends
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Going for a ride.​​
Honey came to us in April 2024 when a good Samaritan found her roaming the streets of Old Forge, PA, with poop and hay stuck to her.
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Not much is known about Honey's past....not even her name. But we do know she is about 11 years old and has been bred before. She has some old lady lumps and bumps, but she is as sweet as pie!
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It's hard to imagine someone letting go of such a sweet girl, but no one has come forward to claim her, so she is officially a sanctuary resident.
Some of Honey's favorite things are:
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Being with Dawn and the residents
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Homecooked meals
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Rolling in the grass
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Being outside on warm sunny days​​
Marie is an approximately 6-year-old, very affectionate calico cat.
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Not a whole lot is known about Marie. She showed up one day on the front porch of the sanctuary, and we began to feed her.
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She then showed up in early October 2024 with three little kitties.
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A housing structure was set up for the new little family on the porch, but in early November, we were able to catch Marie and two of her babies and bring them inside. Sadly, the third kitten had not been seen for a couple of weeks prior.
After a vet visit, it was determined that Marie and her two babies tested positive for FIV.
Some of Marie's favorite things are:
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Sleeping in piles of towels
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Temptation kitty treats
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Being warm and dry
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The heat/light lamp in the indoor greenhouse​​
Marie's baby girl, Winnie, who is two years old
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Winnie is very sweet but timid. She is starting to come out of her shell but typically hides when she sees people or dogs.
Winnie is available for adoption.
Some of Winnie's favorite things are:
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Playing at night
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Temptation kitty treats
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Being warm and dry
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The heat/light lamp in the indoor greenhouse​​
Marie's baby girl, Pumpkin, who is two years old
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Pumpkin is playful and outgoing once she gets comfortable in her living environment. She is curious and a bundle of energy!
She is available for adoption.
Some of Pumpkin's favorite things are:
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Playing at night
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Temptation kitty treats
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Playing with the ball on the scratch disk
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The heat/light lamp in the indoor greenhouse​​
Magnolia's story began in one of the saddest places imaginable. On June 17, 2026, she was found lying alone in Magnolia Cemetery in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She was taken to ACCT Philly, where she waited for more than ten days, hoping someone would come for her. No one ever did.
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At approximately seven years old, Magnolia is a gentle, timid soul who has shown us nothing but kindness and quiet gratitude since arriving at Woody's Place. She gets along beautifully with every resident—including the cats—and has quickly become a beloved member of our family.
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It's obvious that someone cared for Magnolia at one time. She is housebroken, has wonderful manners, and carries herself like a dog who once knew the comfort of a home. Sadly, for reasons we'll never know, she found herself alone.
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Magnolia has some arthritis in her back end and is receiving treatment to help keep her comfortable and mobile. Despite this, she enjoys being with her people and quietly taking in the world around her.
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Today, Magnolia never has to wonder where she belongs. She has found her forever home at Woody's Place, where she will always have a soft bed, loving care, and the security every senior dog deserves.
Some of Magnolia's favorite things are:
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Freshly cooked food
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Orthopedic beds
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Taking leisurely walks with all her friends
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Going for a ride.​​
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Sponsorship
OUR ANGELS IN HEAVEN
Our former residents who stayed with us for a short while, but will forever remain in our hearts.
Woody's Place Senior German Shepherd Sanctuary, Inc is a 501(c)(3) registered nonprofit organization that is dedicated to saving the lives of abandon senior German Shepherds.