Senior Jack (Parson) Russell Terrier mix
Located at Bakersfield Animal Care Center
Bakersfield Animal Care Center • Bakersfield, CA
Dogs for Adoption in California
6,837 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in California. Showing 3,871–3,900 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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Tesha
Tesha is a good dog but has a few issues. Tesha is incontinent and is unable to control her bladder. She's about 3 years old and is a basset hound bre…
Baja Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Hema
German Shepherd Mix 3 years Female Medium 50lbs We found Hema on the side of the road bleeding profusely from his right nostril and took her to two di…
Baja Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Tikina
Tikina Female Terrier mix 6 years 30lbs Small medium. Tikina is not good with other dogs or animals. She does not do well with children. Tikina has so…
Baja Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Cassie
Cassie is a friendly dog with people she knows, but does not like other animals. Cassie is 2.5 years old and weighs 45 lbs. Cassie doe shave issues wi…
Baja Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Blanca
Pit Bull Female 4 years 40lbs This is Blanca. She is not good with other animals or kids. She prefers a home with no other animals. Blanca can be aggr…
Baja Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Viviane
Viviane is a beautiful 11-week-old female Lab-Staffie mix puppy that weighs 12 pounds of love & sweetness. Viviane loves being with her loved ones and…
Doggie Bonez Inc • San Juan Capistrano, CA
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Toby
If you're interested in adopting Toby, please fill out an application at www.doggiebonez.com. You can also check out our social media pages on Instagr…
Doggie Bonez Inc • San Juan Capistrano, CA
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Bruno
West Valley Animal Care and Control Center • Chatsworth, CA
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Nala
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
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Bakersfield Animal Care Center • Bakersfield, CA
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Bakersfield Animal Care Center • Bakersfield, CA
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Bakersfield Animal Care Center • Bakersfield, CA
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Bakersfield Animal Care Center • Bakersfield, CA
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Bakersfield Animal Care Center • Bakersfield, CA
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Harley
Meet Harley There are some dogs who walk into your life and immediately make you smile, and Harley is absolutely one of them. This short, stout, snort…
Our Underdog Rescue Squad • La Verne, CA
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Damaris
Damaris is 6 months old and weighs 21 lbs, and has a short tail. She’s playful, friendly with people, and social with other dogs. Damaris is a stray r…
Baja Animal Sanctuary • San Diego, CA
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Hunter
Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter • Riverside, CA
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Riverside County Animal Control - Coachella Shelter • Thousand Palms, CA
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Los Angeles County Animal Control - Carson • Gardena, CA
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West Valley Animal Care and Control Center • Chatsworth, 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.
