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Toph
Born on Christmas Day, Toph came into this world under circumstances no puppy should have to face—but this little Shepherd mix has never let her begin…
Our Underdog Rescue Squad • La Verne, CA
Dogs for Adoption in California
6,850 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in California. Showing 6,421–6,450 of 6,850 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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Zuko
Some dogs begin life surrounded by warmth and security. Zuko’s story began with uncertainty—but this sweet boy has been proving from the very beginnin…
Our Underdog Rescue Squad • La Verne, CA
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Katara
Some puppies follow the crowd. Katara was born to lead it. Born on Christmas Day under the open sky, Katara and her siblings entered the world under c…
Our Underdog Rescue Squad • La Verne, CA
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Kora
Born under the winter sky on Christmas Day, Kora’s story began under difficult circumstances—but this beautiful girl has been showing us from the very…
Our Underdog Rescue Squad • La Verne, CA
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Gumbo
Gumbo is a 79-pound bundle of pure sweetness, a mix of American Bulldog and German Shorthair Pointer. He's a true triple-threat...handsome, goofy, and…
PAW Estate Rescue and Shelter Inc • Visalia, CA
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McGee
. McGee is the quiet, reflective pup. He stand back for just a second to think about it before pouncing. Adoption fees include up to date on vaccines,…
Paws 4 A Cause Rescue • San Bernardino, CA
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Penny
Meet sweet Penny! Coming from a hoarding background, Penny is on the shy side but is learning that humans can be wonderful. She is incredibly gentle, …
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Penn
Meet Penn! Small in size, big on personality — Penn is a brave, bouncy little guy who’s ready to find his forever home full of love and adventure! Pen…
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Pierce
Meet Pierce — the sweet, soulful pup with the most endearing little ears and a heart overflowing with quiet love. Pierce came to us from a hoarding si…
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Peyton
Meet Peyton! He is a gentle, sweet-natured pup who can be a bit shy when meeting new people, but his tail never stops wagging when he is around other …
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Parker
Meet Parker! Parker is a goofy, sweet-natured pup who seems like a curious little boy turned into a dog—wide-eyed, playful, and full of heart. He’s al…
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Shea
Meet Shea – A Smart, Curious Boy with a Heart Full of Love (and a Serious Treat Addiction!) Shea is an energetic, playful pup with a big personality a…
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Shiloh
Meet Shiloh – A Gentle Soul with a Wiggle Butt and a Heart of Gold! Shiloh is the definition of sweet and sensitive. He came to us from a hoarding cas…
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Shana
Meet Shana! Shana is a sweet, curious girl with a heart full of potential just waiting to bloom! She came from a hoarding case, so she's still learnin…
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Mosby.
Mosby is a Baja mutt, rescued as a stray from Ensenada, Mexico. We believe she is a shepherd/collie mix because of her looks and behavior. She has bee…
Animal Rescuers Without Borders • San Diego, CA
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Cody & Comet
Mini horses or giant babies? Your guess is as good as ours with Cody and Comet. Yes they are bonded but that's because they love sharing one brain cel…
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
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Charlene
Charlene is 2 years old and weighs 52 lbs. She’s a very active girl, playful and outgoing. She does well around people and is social with other dogs. …
Baja Animal Sanctuary • San Diego, CA
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Susie
Susie is 2.5 years old and weighs 35 lbs. She’s playful and active, friendly with people and social with other dogs. Susie and her mom, Myra, were str…
Baja Animal Sanctuary • San Diego, CA
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Kisha
Kisha is a very young female Akita who is probably just over a year old. She is a sweet sassy little girl that although very petite she holds her own …
A Passion for Paws Rescue, Inc. • Romoland, CA
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Chestnut
Chestnut is a wonderful young adult male Akita that’s ready for his forever home!!! He can be a little shy at first and needs some time to get to know…
A Passion for Paws Rescue, Inc. • Romoland, CA
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Butch
Butch and his siblings were born on 11/9/2024 to, Momma Bambi a Chihuahua mix. She came from a high kill shelter and was very pregnant. Butch has been…
Pardon... Me Inc. • Chino Hills, CA
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Murphy
Foster or Forever Home Wanted: Meet Murphy! Murphy is a 2-year-old, 40 lb Labrador/Bull Terrier mix who’s ready to hop (literally!) into his next chap…
Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group • San Diego, CA
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Shadow
Shadow is a 1-year-old black lab mix that is ready for his loving forever family. Shadow weighs approximately 58 pounds of love & sweetness. He is a c…
Doggie Bonez Inc • San Juan Capistrano, CA
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Storey
Storey is a lab mix Mix his age is about 7 months old and his estimated weight may be around 30 lbs. when fully grown. She is up to date on all of his…
Baja Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Griffin
Dog Bio for Griffin Meet Griffin Introducing Griffin, the vivacious male Husky who is sure to enchant you with his joyful energy and friendly disposit…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, 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.
