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Owen
Owen is 7 months old and weighs 16 lbs. He’s playful and active, friendly with people, and social with other dogs. Owen was rescued along with his mom…
Baja Animal Sanctuary • San Diego, CA
Dogs for Adoption in California
10,900 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in California. Showing 8,281–8,310 of 10,900 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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Vincent
Vincent is 7 months old and weighs 13 lbs. He’s playful and active, friendly with people, and social with other dogs. Vincent was rescued along with h…
Baja Animal Sanctuary • San Diego, CA
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Nash
Nash is 7 months old and weighs 16 lbs. He’s playful and active, friendly with people, and social with other dogs. Nash was rescued along with his mom…
Baja Animal Sanctuary • San Diego, CA
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Cass
Cass is 1.5 years old and weighs 16 lbs. She’s friendly, active and playful, and social with other dogs. Cass was rescued along with 3 puppies – Nash,…
Baja Animal Sanctuary • San Diego, CA
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Flash
Hey, I’m Flash. I know, I know... I sound fast, and once you get to know me, you’ll see it fits. But at first? I might hit the brakes a little. I’m th…
Chula Vista Animal Care Facility • Chula Vista, CA
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Brooks
BROOKSIs a bundle of fun! It is a delight to see him romp around the play yard. He loves toys and is very food motivated. Brooks already knows `sit` a…
Humboldt County Sheriff's Animal Shelter • McKinleyville, CA
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Cutie Pie
Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter • Riverside, CA
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Janet
Janet is a beautiful 15-week-old lab-staffie mix love bug that is ready to be part of a loving family. Puppy Janet weighs approximately 14.60 pounds o…
Doggie Bonez Inc • San Juan Capistrano, CA
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Lucca
Lucca is an 8 1/2-month-old male shepherd mix puppy that weighs 53 pounds of love and sweetness. He loves everyone he meets and is dog-friendly with o…
Doggie Bonez Inc • San Juan Capistrano, CA
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Avalon
Avalon is a stunning, beautiful 13-week-old female shepherd mix puppy that is ready for her loving forever family. Puppy Avalon weighs approximately 1…
Doggie Bonez Inc • San Juan Capistrano, CA
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Martha
Riverside County Animal Control - Coachella Shelter • Thousand Palms, CA
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Pali
Meet Pali—a young pup with a heart full of love and a spirit made for adventure. Pali is everything you could want in a best friend: playful, affectio…
Recate Fenix aka Rescue Fenix • 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.
