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Paws for Vets

The Marine Corps Coordinating Council of Southeast Texas has partnered with Sauver Des Chiens (Save the Dogs) German Shepherd Rescue.  This partnership helps to pair USMC Vets, FMF Navy Veterans and their families with companion dogs.
The Marine Corps Coordinating Council of Southeast Texas will cover the adoption fees for these pets, which includes all necessary immunizations and spay/neuter procedures that are required for the adoption to be approved.

Please see the photo links below for some amazing, available companions!

April 2025 Pup of the Month

Rafael is a traditional black and tan GSD. This handsome boy is @ 8 yrs old, 81lbs, neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccines. He is heartworm positive and is undergoing treatment. Rafael is technically a senior, but don't let that fool you- this fella has plenty of fun and pep in his step! Rafael acts like a nosey neighbor and wants to be in on everything. He is crate trained at night and does best with his crate in the bedroom with us. When we are not home he has free reign of the house with our other dogs, and has had no issues. Rafie has a happy personality, is friendly with people and likes to be right beside you. He is housebroken, has mastered the doggie door, knows "sit" and "give me your paw". Rafael loves balls, playing in the toy box, car rides and short walks. In typical German Shepherd fashion, Rafael follows his person from room to room. If we are sitting down, he is laying at your feet or very nearby. His favorite thing is eating and he can be an obnoxious beggar - we are working to correct this behavior. He has learned he must "sit" before mealtimes. Rafael is easily corrected and thrives when he has a routine. Rafael would be a great companion dog for someone who works from home. He doesn't like being left alone for long periods of time. He is good with people and dogs his size. Apply to adopt Rafael!

Featured Companions

The following links will take you off of the MCCC page and onto the SDC pages for further information.

Adoption Process

At Sauver Des Chiens, adoptions are what allow us to keep moving forward. With each adoption, you are not only saving the life of the pet you’re adopting, but the life of the pet that can take it’s place. The adoption process may be tedious, but it’s to ensure that we’re properly matching dogs with compatible households. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

Fostering a companion dog

Fosters are a critical part of our efforts at Sauver Des Chiens.
We do not have a facility, so we cannot take a dog in without an available foster home.  Without you, a dog’s chance of finding their forever home would not be possible. As a Sauver Des Chiens foster we welcome your input, and if you are just taking in your first foster we are here for you as you embark on this wonderful journey.

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