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EDENIs friendly, curious and wants to explore but is still learning about the world. She's food motivated and already has a fantastic `sit`. She's cud…
Humboldt County Sheriff's Animal Shelter • McKinleyville, CA
Dogs for Adoption in California
10,892 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in California. Showing 9,121–9,150 of 10,892 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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Scout
I LOVE TO: Lounge on the couch. I HAVE: A love of snacks and butt scratches. I GET ALONG WELL WITH: Calm families (Adults and older children.)I WOULD …
Coastal Animal Services Authority • San Clemente, CA
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Usher
Riverside County Animal Control - Coachella Shelter • Thousand Palms, CA
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Carly
Riverside County Animal Control - Coachella Shelter • Thousand Palms, CA
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Oliver
Meet Oliver Male DOB: February 16, 2026 Weight: 9 pounds current. (medium small breed) Breed: Black Labrador / Terrier Mix Neutered (Fixed) Vaccines: …
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
Roxanne
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
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Valentine
Hi! I’m Valentine, a sweet pocket pittie with a shy soul that blossoms with love. I had a tough start—becoming a mama to 4 pups before turning 1 and e…
Passion for Pitties • Chula Vista, CA
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Deks
Hi friends! My name is Deks and I am a sweet 9-month-old puppy looking for my forever home. I am currently staying with my foster family while I await…
Passion for Pitties • Chula Vista, CA
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Buddha
Hi, I'm Buddha! I’m a handsome pup (not even a year old yet!) with a heart of gold! If you're looking for a 43-pound love bug with a heart as big as m…
Passion for Pitties • Chula Vista, CA
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Pugsley
Rescue Ranch puppies are raised through our puppy foster program. They will have met adults, children, often other dogs, maybe cats. 16-week or older …
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Thelma
Rescue Ranch puppies are raised through our puppy foster program. They will have met adults, children, often other dogs, maybe cats. 16-week or older …
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Debo
Rescue Ranch puppies are raised through our puppy foster program. They will have met adults, children, often other dogs, maybe cats. 16-week or older …
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Ducky
Rescue Ranch puppies are raised through our puppy foster program. They will have met adults, children, often other dogs, maybe cats. 16-week or older …
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Ava
Rescue Ranch puppies are raised through our puppy foster program. They will have met adults, children, often other dogs, maybe cats. 16-week or older …
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Harriet
Rescue Ranch puppies are raised through our puppy foster program. They will have met adults, children, often other dogs, maybe cats. 16-week or older …
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Billy
Rescue Ranch puppies are raised through our puppy foster program. They will have met adults, children, often other dogs, maybe cats. 16-week or older …
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Cane
Meet Cane Male DOB: May 7, 2026 Weight: 5 lbs (current — still growing) Breed: Poodle / Terrier Mix Expected Size: Small breed (small to medium when f…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
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Mikey
Meet Mikey! Mikey is a young, friendly pup with a wonderful personality. He gets along great with dogs of all sizes and already knows basic commands l…
Recate Fenix aka Rescue Fenix • San Diego, CA
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Francine
Francine is 7 months old and weighs 24 lbs. She’s playful and active, and has stunning heterochromia (one blue, one brown eye). friendly with people, …
Baja Animal Sanctuary • San Diego, CA
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Oreo
THIS PET IS A FOUND PET**Date Found:6/14/26Location Found: Westgate neighborhoodStatus of Pet: In FINDERS HomeMicrochip Status: NA**This pet is with t…
City of Tracy Animal Services • Tracy, CA
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Toby
Meet Toby! Toby is a handsome 6-year-old American Eskimo Dog weighing approximately 18 pounds, and he’s packed with personality, intelligence, and cha…
Second Leash on Life • San Diego, CA
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Marcus - San Diego
Meet our larger-than-life 2 yr old Standard Dachshund, Marcus. At a solid 35 pounds of pure dachshund, this handsome guy is proof that big personaliti…
Dachshund Rescue of Los Angeles • Los Angeles, CA
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Cool Whip
08/03/26 09:35Cool Whip is on needs rescue for her fearfulness in the shelter. When she first came in, this sweet girl was super stiff and hesitant. B…
San Jose Animal Care Center • San Jose, CA
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Lonnie
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.
