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West Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
Dogs for Adoption in California
11,053 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in California. Showing 7,801–7,830 of 11,053 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.
221 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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Chance
This dog is currently on our Call to Action List due to attempts to bite staff during a stressful intake - we believe due to high stress/fear. Chance …
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
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Hope
This dog is currently on our Call to Action List as she is very nervous in shelter and attempted to bite staff during a stressful intake. Since then, …
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
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Bakersfield Animal Care Center • Bakersfield, CA
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Violet
Violet is a 21 lb., 1.5-year-old, Fluffy French Bulldog. She was surrendered to us from a backyard breeding situation. She loves people, playing with …
Pardon... Me Inc. • Chino Hills, CA
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Gab
Here’s a polished bilingual draft you can post to highlight Gabbies for adoption: ✨ Meet Gabbies! ✨ Gabbies is a small, pretty dog who was rescued off…
Baja Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Silvia
Chula Vista Animal Care Facility • Chula Vista, CA
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Carl
North Central Animal Care and Control • Los Angeles, CA
Aspen
North Central Animal Care and Control • Los Angeles, CA
Hope
North Central Animal Care and Control • Los Angeles, CA
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Retsuko
North Central Animal Care and Control • Los Angeles, CA
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Cherry Pie
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
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Milky
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
Chapo
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Baldwin Park • Baldwin Park, CA
Teresa
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Baldwin Park • Baldwin Park, CA
Icy
Harbor Animal Care and Control Center • San Pedro, CA
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Lawrence
He’s perfect just the way he is—he just needs someone to give him a chance and a little time to adjust! ❤️ Lawrence is 24 months old and about 45 poun…
Friends of Orange County's Homeless Pets • Menifee, CA
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Bon Bon
Bon Bon is a precious boy. Sweet and a little shy at first. Great with everyone and other dogs & cats. He is about 14 lbs. and two years old. He fur i…
Rescues On The Runway • Santa Clarita, CA
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Winnie (formally Lunita)
Winnie Needs Her Forever Winnie needs a break—and she deserves a family who will commit to her and love her furever. This sweet girl is fully vetted, …
Recate Fenix aka Rescue Fenix • San Diego, CA
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Maddie
Maddie was found as a stray with her friend, Molly, a Boston Terrier. Maddie is full of love and just wants her belly rubbed. She gets along with othe…
Paws 4 A Cause Rescue • San Bernardino, CA
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Milo
Playful & goofy* Gentle & wonderful with people* Great with other dogs & a fantastic listenerMilo is a sweet Black Mouth Cur mix with a goofy personal…
Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter • Alameda, CA
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Vinny
Riverside County Animal Control - Coachella Shelter • Thousand Palms, CA
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Eeyore
Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter • Riverside, CA
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Tigger
Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter • Riverside, CA
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Piglet
Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter • Riverside, 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.
