Duke
Meet Duke! Duke is very well behaved, both potty and crate trained. He loves going on walks and car rides. He’s good with other dogs, but he hasn’t ha…
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Dogs for Adoption in California
6,837 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in California. Showing 3,751–3,780 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.
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Dover
Do you need some sunshine in your life? Dover is as sweet as can be and will constantly make you smile. He is an easy going pup who adores everyone an…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
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Dory
Meet Dory – The Sweetheart You’ve Been Waiting For! Dory is a gorgeous one year old Boxer/Staffy mix with red hair and bright green eyes. She and her …
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Delta
Meet Delta, a sweet and loving young girl with a heart as big as the open sky she was named after. With a spirit that’s both gentle and adventurous, s…
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Delilah
Meet Delilah! She is a very smart 3 year old that is very loyal to her humans. She is completely friendly with strangers, gives lots of kisses, and ad…
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Dallas
Meet Dallas! He’s a sweet and happy 2 year old who is great with other dogs, and loves people. He’s looking for his forever home, and he can’t wait to…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Daisy
Meet adoptable Daisy! She’s a very sweet girl who is good with other dogs and cats too. She’s crate trained and potty trained. Daisy is looking for he…
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Daisy
Meet Daisy! This sweet and intelligent girl has absolutely stolen our hearts and we hope to find her a loving forever home. Daisy is a true companion …
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Coral
Meet Coral, the ultimate little beach babe! This 8-week-old pup is riding the wave straight into your heart with her sunny personality and endless cut…
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Cookie
🐾 Meet Cookie – Your New Snuggle Buddy 🍪 Cookie is a 4-month-old Staffy mix with a heart as sweet as his name! ❤️ Born in the Cleveland National For…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Coco
Meet adoptable Coco! She’s a sweet and affectionate 2 year old Husky. She has gorgeous blue eyes that will steal your heart. She is great with other p…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Chip
Meet Chip 🐾Chip is a 1-year-old sweetheart with the cutest little face and the gentlest soul. This handsome boy is incredibly sweet, loving, and enjo…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Chip
Chip is a 5-year-old bundle of love looking for his forever home! This strong and dense boy may be sturdy on the outside, but inside, he's all heart. …
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Chester aka Cheddar
Meet Chester 🐾 Chester aka Cheddar is a 2-year-old Chihuahua mix, weighing around 10–12 lbs, with the sweetest, most gentle soul. He loves everyone h…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Chase
Meet Chase! 🐾❤️ Chase is a 2-year-old Jack Russell Terrier weighing just 12 pounds, and he’s ready to find his happy ending! This handsome little guy…
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Charlie
Are you looking for the love of your life? Look no further, he’s right here! Charlie is sweet, cuddly and cute. He can’t wait to find his forever home…
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Charley
Meet Charley! Left alone in a parking lot at just 6 months old, this sweet boy’s story could have ended very differently. Thankfully, a kind Good Sama…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Celeste
Meet Celeste 🐾 Celeste is an absolute snuggle bug with the perfect balance of playful and calm. She loves to play hard, but she’s often the first to …
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Cashew
Meet Cashew 🤎🐾 Cashew is a 6-year-old Lab/Pitty mix weighing about 95 pounds, and beneath his big size is an even bigger heart. This handsome boy is…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Butters
Meet Butters who is 2 years old and just 17lbs. He recently got a fresh cut after being rescued from a situation where he was kept outside and had fle…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Brixton
Meet Brixton! This sweet house hippo is looking for his forever home! Brixton is approximately 1 year old. He is house trained, crate trained, and ext…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Bogart
Meet Bogart! He’s a sweet, playful and loving 6.5 month old Shepherd/Cattle Dog Mix. He’s a little shy at first but once he warms up he’s very affecti…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Bo
Meet Bo! Bo is a sweet-faced, loving 35-pound pup who’s ready to be your best friend and sidekick. This petite cuddlebug thrives on affection and will…
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Blue
Meet Blue!!! He is a sweetheart, and is very affectionate. He loves to give hugs, loves other dogs, and does great with cats. Blue can be a little shy…
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Bindy
Meet Bindy, a remarkable 7-month-old female shepherd with a heart as big as her love for adventure! This little beauty is like a young koala—playful a…
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Bianca
Meet Bianca! She’s done being a mom to her puppies and is ready to find her forever home. She’s a sweet girl good with other dogs and loves people. Sh…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Bianca
💕 Meet Bianca 💕 Bianca is a 9-week-old bundle of puppy love looking for a family to call her own! This sweet girl is everything you could want in a …
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Bella
Meet Bella, a sweet and playful shepherd! Bella is full of love and energy, and she’s eager to find her forever family. She gets along wonderfully wit…
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Avia
Meet Avia! Sweet 5-year-old Avia is a Boxer/American Staffordshire Terrier mix ready to find her forever home. Weighing approximately 55 pounds, this …
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
Browse by breed in California
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.
