If you decide to buy a German Shepherd puppy from a breeder instead of adopting one, check out our article about the 6 Best German Shepherd Breeders In Ohio. If you happen to find a GSD puppy for adoption, and you decide to give it a new home, it’s important to be prepared for your pup’s inevitable growth spurt – that’s where a useful tool like the German Shepherd growth chart comes in handy. PAWS Adoption Center focuses on providing the proper care necessary for the animals in their care – this includes health tests, medications, vaccinations, dewormings, spay/neuter procedures, etc.