Coco
Coco came to Ohio Shorthair Rescue as a “Covid Puppy.” His family bought him during quarantine with the intention to love and train him; however, that investment was more than they anticipated. Coco was an owner surrender with no training who didn’t really know how to interact with people. After two months with his foster...
Ember
Hi, everyone! My name is Ember, because I’m such a beautiful black and white girl. I’m about 2 years old, and you know what that means! I have lots of energy and love to play and run all the time. I’ve been learning basic obedience in the cell dog program, and I would love to...
Marge
Hello, friends. I’m Marge, and if you think I sound like someone you’d like to invite to bridge, you’re right. I would like to go wherever you go. I’m a little timid at first, but it’s okay to be shy. Just give me a little time, and I will follow you everywhere. I’m approximately 6...
Callie
I’m a sweet GSP gal looking for my future family. You see at my age of 7, I wasn’t needed for breeding anymore and was fortunate enough to be welcomed into rescue. In my foster home I’ve learned about crate and house training. There are several other dogs here that I like very much. My foster...
Stella
Hello, everyone! I’m Stella, and I’m really excited to be a rescue dog. Actually, I’m excited about everything these days, because I haven’t always had a great life. My first person kept me in a small, dirty crate around the clock and didn’t feed me very much. Then one day some officers took me away,...
OSR Assists in Rescue of GSPs seized in Mechanicsburg, OH
On Fri, Mar 27, the Ohio Dept of Agriculture served a warrant on a home in Mechanicsburg, OH. On the premises were 137 dogs, living in deplorable conditions. There were 35-40 German Shorthaired Pointers seized, and close to 100 Beagles. These dogs have been living a life in filth, with little to no sunlight, not...
About GSPs
Thinking about adopting a GSP? If you are considering adopting your first German Shorthaired Pointer, be forewarned – this is not the breed for just any family! GSPs are highly energetic, athletic and intelligent dogs. They can also be wonderful companions, cuddlers and bed hogs, but only if their exercise needs (both physical and mental)...
About Us
Ohio Shorthair Rescue is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to placing rescued German Shorthaired Pointers in Ohio and parts of Indiana and Kentucky into new homes. We are funded by donations, fundraisers, and adoption fees, every cent of which is used to pay for the care of the GSPs in rescue. Evaluations No matter where...