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Sassy/Tiny
Courtesy Post: Sassy/Tiny – 10-Year-Old Brindle Looking for a Loving Home ⚠️ Please Note This dog is not at the shelter. Sassy/Tiny is currently livin…
Yolo County Animal Services Shelter • Woodland, CA
Dogs for Adoption in California
6,837 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in California. Showing 3,841–3,870 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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Cheerio
Watch out, world - here comes Cheerio! Cheerio is estimated to be just around 2 years old. She is a ball of fun who is eager to go on adventures and m…
Yolo County SPCA • Davis, CA
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Adonis
Adonis – Black Male Mix, 10 Months, 70 lbs. Meet Adonis — and yes, the name fits him perfectly! When our volunteer picked him up from the shelter, “Ad…
Labrador Retriever Rescue of Fresno • Clovis, CA
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Carmi.
Are you looking to adopt or foster a young adult medium breed who is social and friendly towards all humans and dogs? Excellent! Keep reading about th…
Animal Rescuers Without Borders • San Diego, CA
Max
IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING, PLEASE FILL OUT OUR ADOPTION APPLICATION AT TCRESCUE.COM/ADOPT MEET MAX — Professional Snuggler Seeking His Forever …
Tailchaser Rescue • San Jose, CA
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Gorda
Meet Gorda – Your Gentle Companion Basic Info: Name: Gorda Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Labrador Retriever Mix Sex: Female DOB: April 10, 2024 Weight: 45…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
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Tuck
Tuck is a happy-go-lucky, 2 to 3-year-old pup who’s all heart and wiggles. At 55 pounds, he might look like a medium-sized dog, but in his mind, he’s …
Passion for Pitties • Chula Vista, CA
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Nana
Nana is a sweet 3-4 year old English bulldog who was saved from the fresno animal shelter. She has been used for breeding for years you can see. She c…
Pack Lyfe rescue inc • Hayward, CA
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Xander
Meet Xander He is a 1year old, 76 lb. Shepherd mix. Xander is a strikingly handsome boy with an incredibly sweet and affectionate personality. If you’…
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Clifford
Clifford – Yellow Male, 3 years old, 95 pounds Clifford is a BIG yellow boy with an even bigger heart. This handsome guy first stumbled onto someone’s…
Labrador Retriever Rescue of Fresno • Clovis, CA
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Sapphire
Sapphire - Black female mix, 7 months, 45 lbs. Meet Sapphire, a true gemstone representing loyalty and love. Sapphire is a beautiful 7-month-old Labra…
Labrador Retriever Rescue of Fresno • Clovis, CA
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Pickles.
Meet Pickles! Below is a new bio for Pickles and is updated as of 9/1/26:Pickles is 46 pounds expected to reach mid 50's (his mom is Carmi and is 42 p…
Animal Rescuers Without Borders • San Diego, CA
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Thalia
Meet Thalia Breed: Rottweiler / Terrier mix Sex: Female Birthday: 7/25/2022 Weight: 45 pounds Health: Healthy and spayed Personality Thalia is a sweet…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
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Archie, Dawson, Huxley & Bowen
Archie, Dawson, Huxley & Bowen – Black Males, 5 months, 40ish lbs. If you’ve been searching for a practically perfect puppy, we think you just found f…
Labrador Retriever Rescue of Fresno • Clovis, CA
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Rex
REX - Male, 4 years, 65 lbs. Let’s address the elephant in the room, shall we? Meet Rex, a very deserving boy in need of a forever home. Rex was rescu…
Labrador Retriever Rescue of Fresno • Clovis, CA
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Cootie
06/21/26 07:37Cootie has been without a home for 7 months. While we do love her, the shelter is no place for a wonderful dog like her. Cootie LOVES ot…
San Jose Animal Care Center • San Jose, CA
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Mikey
Meet Mikey! Mikey is said to be 5 years old but we think he is much younger. He is 14 lb. Schnauzer mix. Mikey (aka Money, Money, Money!) is pure pupp…
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Bella
Bella is 2 years old and weighs 16 lbs. She’s active and playful, friendly with people, and social with other dogs. Bella was relinquished by her owne…
Baja Animal Sanctuary • San Diego, CA
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Kora
Meet Kora! ❤️ Once a tiny puppy left to fend for herself on the streets, Kora has been waiting ever since for someone to finally choose her. Now about…
The Heroic Tail • San Diego, CA
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Beowoof
Meet Beowoof! Rescued from Hesperia Shelter by GreenDog Foundation Beowoof is a sweet, gentle 2-year-old, 20-pound boy who was shutting down in the sh…
GreenDog Foundation • Lake Elsinore, CA
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Ms. Moon Pie
Ms. Moon Pie - Chocolate Female Mix, 4 Years Old, 66 lbs. Meet Moon Pie, a sweet, gentle girl who is looking for the family she's always deserved. Moo…
Labrador Retriever Rescue of Fresno • Clovis, CA
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Lacey
Lacey – Yellow female, 1 year, 60 lbs. Meet Lacey, a one-year-old yellow Lab mix of approx. 60 pounds. Lacey has a gentle heart and a serious talent f…
Labrador Retriever Rescue of Fresno • Clovis, CA
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Dil Pickles
Awoooo! Do you have a soft spot for a hound pup? We've got the ultimate baby brother - Dil Pickles! Dil Pickles is a clever, wiggly, affectionate litt…
San Francisco Animal Care & Control • San Francisco, CA
Senior Bull Terrier mix
Located at Bakersfield Animal Care Center
Bakersfield Animal Care Center • Bakersfield, CA
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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.
