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Scooter
Meet Scooter — a roughly 1 year old, 10 pound Chihuahua mix with the biggest ears and an even bigger personality This confident little guy ended up at…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
Dogs for Adoption in California
6,842 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in California. Showing 5,461–5,490 of 6,842 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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Dice
Meet Dice! This tiny little guy is under 1 year old and weighs just 5.6 pounds of pure sweetness. Dice is a black Chihuahua mix with the cutest little…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
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Helga
This dog is on our Call to Action list due to extreme fear and unwillingness to be handled or walked on a leash. We are still getting to know her, ple…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
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Scooby
SCOOBYIs an energetic and enthusiastic boy. He continues working on his leash skills with our amazing volunteers and staff. He does well with other do…
Humboldt County Sheriff's Animal Shelter • McKinleyville, CA
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Kombangwa (Soi Dog)
Meet Kombangwa! DOB: June 2022Weight: 19 lbsDisposition: Kombangwa aka KPop is a former street urchin from Thailand who has fully embraced her next ch…
The Barking Lot • San Diego, CA
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Tioga OAS
Tioga is a happy, well-adjusted, six-month-old puppy. She is friendly to everyone she meets on two or four feet. She is housebroken and quickly learni…
German Shepherd Rescue of Northern California • Cupertino, CA
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Dingo
Meet Dingo — part dog, part acrobat, all heart. This pint-sized chihuahua mix packs more personality into his tiny frame than dogs three times his siz…
PAW Estate Rescue and Shelter Inc • Visalia, CA
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Penguin T
Meet Penguin Male DOB: May 19, 2023 Weight: 22 lbs Breed: Jack Russell Terrier / Rat Terrier Mix Neutered (Fixed) Vaccinated Microchipped Healthy & Ad…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
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Nino T
Meet Nino Male DOB: November 14, 2020 Weight: 48 lbs Breed: Pit Bull Terrier Mix Neutered (Fixed) Vaccinated Dewormed Microchipped Healthy & Adoption-…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
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Pearl
Meet beautiful Pearl, our sweet Staffordshire Terrier mix rescued from the euthanasia list at Lancaster Animal Care Center . Pearl is around 3 years o…
Melita's Dream Animal Rescue • Woodland Hills, CA
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Stellie
Meet Stellie ✨ 65lbs of sass, opinions, and dramatic commentary looking for her forever home. Stellie is a White Shepherd/Husky mix who has completed …
The Heroic Tail • San Diego, CA
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Lila
Riverside County Animal Control - Coachella Shelter • Thousand Palms, CA
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Bubba
Riverside County Animal Control - Coachella Shelter • Thousand Palms, CA
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Cosmo
Meet Cosmo! He’s a 2-year-old corgi with a big personality and an even bigger love for toys. Cosmo is a friendly boy who walks well on a leash and enj…
Woofs and Wags Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Sunshine
INFO: This pet is currently being fostered but is available for adoption! Please email petadopt@longbeach.gov for more information.
Long Beach Animal Care Services • Long Beach, CA
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Lucy
New puppy incoming on the site At just less than 3 mos old, Lucy is living proof that a little bit of "extra" makes a puppy extra special. She was bor…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
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Macerena D
Meet Macerena Female DOB: August 19, 2023 Weight: 50 lbs Breed: Rottweiler Mix Spayed (Fixed) Vaccinated Microchipped Healthy & Adoption-Ready Persona…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
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Barbie
This stunning young one year-old girl is the perfect mix of heart-melting charm and spirited teenage antics. Though physically maturing, she is still …
Burbank Animal Shelter • Burbank, CA
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Coco
Coco is a young, energetic mix who has shown many positive qualities while in our care. Staff and volunteers consistently describe her as social, affe…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
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Masato
This big puppy doesn't want to grow up in the shelter! He would make an amazing, zany, playful companion that's sure to make you laugh and smile. He's…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
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Desert
Desert is a sweet, confident 6‑year‑old terrier who loves kids and babies and gets along well with male dogs. She’s an alpha female, so she can be sel…
The Heroic Tail • San Diego, 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.
