Luna
Meet Luna! Luna is a 3-year-old beauty who’s just as sweet as she is stunning! She’s a smart girl who is deeply loyal to her people. With proper intro…
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Dogs for Adoption in California
6,837 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in California. Showing 3,691–3,720 of 6,837 below.
Every dog in California deserves a forever home — from puppies taking their first steps to adult dogs who are calm, house-trained, and ready to bond right away. All listings shown here are real dogs currently available for adoption from shelters and rescues in California. Availability changes daily, so confirm directly with the organization before making plans.
219 shelters and rescues in California currently list dogs on Every Dog's Chance.
How adoption works in California
California's listings are numerous and come from a broad mix of municipal shelters, humane societies and rescue groups, with a large share from around San Bernardino, Bakersfield and Riverside. A municipal or county shelter usually lets you walk in during open hours, while rescue groups tend to place dogs from foster homes and begin with an application.
When you find a dog you like, open the profile and reach the organization listed there. You can expect an application or a conversation, a meet and greet, and an adoption fee that the organization sets, often covering spay or neuter and vaccinations. Because listings cluster in a few cities, many groups help arrange transport within the state. The organization on the dog's profile keeps that dog's history, requirements and availability.
6,837 dogs in California — page 124 of 228
Luke
Meet Luke! Luke is a 9-week-old Boxer mix with all the spunk, fun, and personality that can fit into his tiny little body! This adorable pup is equal …
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Luke
Meet adoptable Luke! Luke is an adorable 1 year old who still acts like a goofy puppy. He loves to endlessly play fetch, and likes to follow that by c…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
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Lucy
Need a little more joy in your life? Lucy’s got plenty to share. Meet Lucy — a 9-month-old Aussie/Shepherd mix who’s as sweet as they come. She’s grea…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Lucy
Lucy- Lucy is a sweet, silly girl who loves to cuddle and play with her humans. She is 2.5 years old and about 50 pounds of pure love. Lucy loves her …
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Lucy
Meet Lucy! Lucy is a 5yr old LabXBoxer. She’s spayed fully vaccinated (rabies is good for 3yrs) she has recently been vetted. She’s not good with othe…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
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Lucky
Meet Lucky! Lucky was saved from a kill shelter 30 mins before euthanasia! He is the SWEETEST boy, absolutely loves people including kids! Great at no…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Lucinda
Meet Lucinda – A Sweet Shepherd-Pittie Mama Lucinda is a young shepherd-pittie mix who was rescued from the brink of death at a shelter, along with he…
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Lola
Meet Lola! She’s a very affectionate and happy 5 year old Australian Shepherd/Sheepdog mix, around 90 lbs. She’s potty trained, and loves her crate. L…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Lola
Meet Lola, I found this sweet, quiet soul alone on a dirt road in the middle of nowhere. Despite it all, she is incredibly kind, calm, and gentle. nev…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Loki
Courtesy post* Meet Loki, a lovable 2-year-old Lab/Bully mix! 🐾 Loki is an energetic, happy boy who adores car rides and going for long walks. He has…
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Linus
Meet Linus! Linus is a playful, energetic young pup bursting with personality! He absolutely loves being outdoors and would thrive with an active fami…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Lincoln
Meet Lincoln, He is the sweetest and cuddliest pup you'll ever meet. Lincoln is ready to steal your heart and can't wait to meet you!
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Leo
Meet adoptable Leo! He’s a sweet and happy boy who is great with kids and other pups. He’s looking for his forever family, and he can’t wait to meet y…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Lennox
Meet Lennox 🤍 Lennox is a 7 month-old Boxer mix with the perfect blend of brains, charm, and playful energy. This handsome boy is incredibly smart an…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Laila
Meet Laila Laila is a gentle 1-year-old terrier mix with the sweetest soul. She’s currently pregnant and looking for a calm, loving place to land whil…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Kooper
Meet Kooper! Looking for a best friend whos equal parts adventure buddy and cuddle bug? Meet Kooper! This handsome 7-week-old Cattle Dog/Shepherd mix …
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Koda
Koda is a beautiful German Shepherd with a heart that’s all about her people. She is incredibly affectionate, amazing with kids, and thrives on human …
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Kiwi
🐾 Meet Kiwi 🐾 Kiwi is a 7-week-old Cattle Dog/Shepherd mix with the sweetest eyes and the cutest little freckles! This adorable girl is full of curi…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Kira
Meet Kira! Kira is a female is about a year old. She looks to be a pit/shepherd or husky mix. She is very energetic, and playful. She is good with oth…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Kevin
🐾 Meet Kevin 🐾 Kevin is a 7-week-old Cattle Dog/Shepherd mix with a one-of-a-kind look and a personality that’s just as special! His adorable tan ey…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Kevan
Meet adoptable Kevan!! Kevan is a 2 year old Australian Kelpie mix. He’s the perfect size at about 40 pounds. Kevan has lots of energy and loves to pl…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Kenji
🌸 Meet Kenji! 🐾 Sweet, spunky, and impossible not to love, 7-week-old Kenji is a Cattle Dog/Shepherd mix who’s ready to find her forever family. She…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Keisy
Meet Keisy! She’s a total sweetheart that loves all the attention and lots of pets. She full body vibrates when she gets excited to meet someone and i…
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Keenan
Meet Keenan! Some puppies are born to be the center of attention-and Keenan is definitely one of them! This adorable 7-week-old Cattle Dog/Shepherd mi…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Kato
Meet Kato! 🐾 At just 7 weeks old, Kato is a Cattle Dog/Shepherd mix with a heart full of love and a lifetime of adventures ahead of him. This happy l…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Kash
🐾 Meet Kash 🐾 At just 7 weeks old, Kash is already stealing hearts everywhere he goes! This handsome Cattle Dog/Shepherd mix is equal parts playful …
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Karis
🐾 Meet Karis 🐾 Karis is a 7-week-old Cattle Dog/Shepherd mix with a sweet spirit and a heart full of love. This adorable little girl is curious, pla…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Kaia
🐾 Meet Kaia 🐾 Kaia is a 7-week-old Cattle Dog/Shepherd mix with a heart as beautiful as she is! This sweet little girl is curious, playful, and love…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Journey
Meet JOURNEY! Miss journey is a blue heeler american bulldog mix. She is 1.5 years old and 50 lbs. She’s an extremely chill gal who is at first is a l…
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Low-cost spay, neuter and vet care in California
Programs that help California adopters keep a dog healthy on a budget. Each page was checked on 2026-09-10; confirm current hours and eligibility with the organization.
- Spay / neuterLA County Animal Care and Control Spay and Neuter (opens in a new tab) — County voucher program and low cost mobile clinics for dogs and cats in unincorporated areas and contract cities.
- Spay / neuterSan Diego Humane Society Reduced Fee Spay and Neuter Services (opens in a new tab) — Directory of reduced fee spay and neuter providers and assistance programs throughout San Diego County.
- Spay / neuterSan Francisco SPCA Spay/Neuter Clinic (opens in a new tab) — Affordable spay and neuter surgery for cats and dogs with financial assistance for eligible San Francisco residents.
- Help paying for careEast Bay SPCA Pet Care Financial Assistance (opens in a new tab) — Veterinary care grants and spay and neuter vouchers for pet owners in Alameda and Contra Costa counties.
- Spay / neuterSacramento SPCA Spay/Neuter Clinic (opens in a new tab) — Sacramento nonprofit spay and neuter clinic with a fee schedule, wait list and community cat program.
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Adopting a dog in California — FAQ
How do I adopt a dog in California?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them in California, then follow the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Every Dog's Chance gathers listings in one place so they're easier to find — the adoption itself happens through the local shelter or rescue.
Are the dog listings in California up to date?
Listings are refreshed regularly from participating shelters and rescues. Because dogs are adopted and new ones are added constantly, availability can change between updates — always confirm a specific dog is still available with the shelter or rescue before making plans.
How much does it cost to adopt a dog in California?
Adoption fees vary by shelter and rescue. Many organizations include spay/neuter, vaccinations, and a health exam in their fee. Open any dog's profile and contact the organization directly for their current fee and what it covers.
Can I adopt a dog from another city in California?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in California welcome adopters from anywhere in the state, and some can arrange transport for the right match. Open a dog's profile to see the organization's contact details and ask them how their process works.
Can I foster a dog in California instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in California offer foster programs, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering gets a dog out of a kennel and into a calm home while they wait for their forever family. Ask the organization on any dog's profile whether fostering is available.
Are the dogs in California good with children or other pets?
It depends on the individual dog more than anything else. Each dog's profile and the shelter or rescue caring for them can tell you about their history with kids, cats, and other dogs. Many organizations offer meet-and-greets to make sure the match is right for everyone.
