rescue doggies

Caroline

My bf has wanted a German shepherd since we started dating (about 2 years ago) And I decided I wanted to get one for his birthday. we've talked about it and we for sure want to rescue a dog that's not a puppy just because of our work schedules. We have also talked with his roommates about it. They currently live in a nice sized house that has a large fenced in yard. Is there anything I might be forgetting? any tips for German sheperds?