Rescue
We rescue Dobermanns from neglect, abandonment, or dangerous situations, providing immediate safety and care.
We are a volunteer led rescue dedicated to saving and rehoming abandoned and at risk Dobermanns across the UK.
Every Dobermann deserves a second chance
Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome Dobermanns in loving forever homes where they will never again be unwanted, afraid, cold, abused or hungry, while also promoting responsible ownership and raising awareness about the breed.
How you can help
At DRUE Dobermann Rescue, we are dedicated to saving Dobermanns in need. Every dog deserves a chance at a better life.
Rehabilitate
Through veterinary care and a nurturing environment, we help them regain health, confidence and trust.
Rehome
We carefully match each dog with loving families who understand the breed, with ongoing support for a smooth transition.
Adopt or foster
Adopting a rescue Dobermann means offering a lifetime of care, companionship, and safety to a dog that has already overcome so much.
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Support us
Your donations feed, shelter, and heal dogs in need. Whether one-off giving or essential supplies, every act of support gives a Dobermann a fresh start.
Find out more →2016 — 2026
Celebrating 10 years of rescue
This year DRUE turns ten. A decade of rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming Dobermanns across the UK — made possible by our volunteers, fosterers, and supporters.
Join our birthday appeal: donate £10 for 10 years of rescue, and help the next dog waiting for a second chance.
Meet the dogs
Our latest arrivals. See all →
Nala
Nala is a friendly, sociable young girl who has come into rescue through no fault of her own, after a change in her owner’s circumstances. She grew up in a family home with children from 1 to 15, is described as very good around them, and enjoys being part of family life.
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Storm
Storm is a striking young Dobermann with a lot of heart and a lot of energy. She is happy, playful and excitable, loves attention, lights up for a game with a ball, and — like any proper adolescent — has the occasional case of the zoomies.
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Kiki
Kiki is a loving, affectionate girl who thrives being close to her people. At home she is calm, house-trained, and completely comfortable with everyday noises such as the vacuum and hairdryer. She has never shown aggression towards her current owner or anyone she knows, her food can be taken away without any issue, and she can be left alone without causing damage (though she has a mischievous tendency to steal anything she thinks might be edible!).
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Dennis
Dennis arrived with us from the pound on 12 August after being found as a stray. He was in a dreadful condition: underweight, flea-ridden, suffering from sore skin and hair loss, and understandably frightened. As he came in as a stray, we do not know his age or background, and he is currently entire.
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Rocco
Rocco is a four-year-old entire male who deserved so much better than the start he got. He was taken to a vet to be put to sleep — but the vet refused, and called us instead. We were told he was terrified of men and had been kept in a crate so small it left sores on his back legs. We'll never know the full story. What we do know is that every dog deserves a second chance, and Rocco's has already begun.
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Nancy
Nancy is a 6-year-old dog who came into our care after being abandoned at a boarding kennel. Nancy is not yet spayed.
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DRUE Day 2026
What a day! Thank you to everyone who joined us at Reaseheath for DRUE Day 2026 — the dog show, stalls, reunions, and a warm community atmosphere.
Every penny raised supports rescue, care, and rehoming for Dobermanns across the UK.
Sat 12 Sept 2026Reaseheath, NantwichA great success
Now in the shop
DRUE Calendar 2027
Our 2027 Dobermann Rescue Calendar is an A4 calendar printed on premium silk art paper, with heartwarming images of dogs we have rescued and rehomed this year.
All proceeds go directly to DRUE — a gift of hope for more Dobermanns in need.
