Tigerlily
Orange County Animal Care Center • Orange, CA
Dogs for Adoption in California
10,949 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in California. Showing 8,191–8,220 of 10,949 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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North Central Animal Care and Control • Los Angeles, CA
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Meet Biscuit Abandoned with His Mom and Siblings—Biscuit Is Ready to Grow Up in a Family of His Own ❤️ Breed: Pug / Chihuahua Mix Gender: Male | DOB/A…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
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Meet Cookie From an Abandoned Litter to a Second Chance—Cookie Is Waiting for Her Forever Family ❤️ Breed: Pug / Chihuahua Mix Gender: Female | DOB/Ag…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
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Meet Skittles Abandoned with Her Family—This Tiny Girl Is Ready for a Lifetime of Happy Memories ❤️ Breed: Pug / Chihuahua Mix Gender: Female | DOB/Ag…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
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Bella
Hello... I'm Bella. I'm only 2 years old, and for a long time I wondered if anyone cared about me. I had an owner, but they didn't seem to care whethe…
TLC K9 Rescue • Escondido, CA
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Pippin
Hi... I'm Pippin! I'm only about 10 months old, and I've already learned that life isn't always fair. Not long ago, I was wandering the streets all al…
TLC K9 Rescue • Escondido, CA
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Panda
Santa Barbara County Animal Services - Lompoc • Lompoc, CA
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Cookie
Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter • Riverside, CA
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Diamond
Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter • Riverside, CA
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Princess
Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter • Riverside, CA
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Ambrose
Ambrose is a fun loving, exuberant pup! He loves meeting new people and giving lots of love. He is currently learning some basic commands & he’s been …
Sonoma County Animal Care and Control • Santa Rosa, CA
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Yote
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Agoura • Agoura, CA
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Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter • Riverside, CA
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Lobo
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Carson • Gardena, CA
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Grizz
West Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
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Lance (Recycle)
Lance is a happy big boy who has all the wiggles and kisses anyone could ask for! He was previously adopted from CVRR, however turned up in a local sh…
Central Valley Rescue Railroad • Lindsay, CA
Milly
North Central Animal Care and Control • Los Angeles, CA
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Jenna
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
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Ranger
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
Girly
Meet Girly! Six months old, 40 pounds, and full of love! Girly is a sweet, happy pup who loves everyone she meets. She’s ready to find a family to cal…
Friends of Orange County's Homeless Pets • Menifee, CA
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Dakota
A5789718 Dakota Meet Dakota, a bright young shepherd mix! -1-year-old, spayed female -German Shepherd mix -Black & brown -54 lbs -Arrived at Baldwin P…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
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Cheech
A5789046 Cheech Meet Cheech, a handsome young pup with striking eyes and a playful spirit! -2-year-old, neutered male -Pit Bull mix -Black & white -61…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
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A5788651 June Meet June, a graceful young girl who's ready to blossom in the right home! -11-month-old, spayed female -Australian Kelpie mix -Black & …
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, 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.
