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Oreo
Hello there, my name Oreo, nice to meet you! I'm a 9 month old, spayed female, standard Poodle/Golden Retriever mix. I'm still growing and my estimate…
Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA • Burlingame, CA
Dogs for Adoption in California
7,202 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in California. Showing 901–930 of 7,202 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.
218 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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Snipes
Snipes is 6 years old and weighs 53 lbs. He is good with other dogs and good around people. He is friendly, active, playful and outgoing. Snipes was a…
Baja Animal Sanctuary • San Diego, CA
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Sully
Santa Barbara County Animal Services - Santa Maria • Santa Maria, CA
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Jess
Meet Jess, aka Lovepug, Cuddlepug, Snugglepug, Frankie the Tankie. She is patient, gentle, and an expert listener who genuinely wants her human(s) to …
Burbank Animal Shelter • Burbank, CA
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Tracker
Meet Tracker, a handsome neutered male who is ready to begin his next great adventure. His name suits him perfectly — he’s the kind of dog who would l…
Northwest SPCA • Oroville, CA
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Sam
Harbor Animal Care and Control Center • San Pedro, CA
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Trigger
Some dogs have a way of catching your eye, and Trigger is one of them. This handsome neutered Weimeraner mix boy has a charming personality and is rea…
Northwest SPCA • Oroville, CA
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Beau
Beau is a handsome neutered boy with an easygoing charm that makes him hard to resist. He has a sweet nature and a lovable presence, and he’s ready to…
Northwest SPCA • Oroville, CA
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Mickey
Mickey is a handsome neutered male with plenty of charm and a whole lot of love to give. He’s ready to leave shelter life behind and discover just how…
Northwest SPCA • Oroville, CA
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Otis
East Valley Animal Care and Control Center • Van Nuys, CA
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Violet
Santa Barbara County Animal Services - Santa Barbara • Santa Barbara, CA
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Buster
09/23/26 13:48Young adult male intact terrier mix with severe diffuse superficial bacterial dermatitis (bacterial skin infection) likely secondary to …
San Jose Animal Care Center • San Jose, CA
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Favor
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey • Downey, CA
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Lucy
Harbor Animal Care and Control Center • San Pedro, CA
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Midnight
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Lancaster • Lancaster, CA
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Darlene
Darlene is as sweet as can be and quite possibly one of the biggest love bugs you’ll ever meet! This wonderful girl is estimated to be about 1 year ol…
Tulare County Animal Control • Visalia, CA
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Spot
West Valley Animal Care and Control Center • Chatsworth, CA
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Oliver
Oliver is a gentle, affectionate guy who loves being close to his people. He’s easygoing, enjoys exploring, and is always happy to stop for pets and a…
Contra Costa Animal Services • Martinez, CA
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Cera
Cera is a sweet, curious puppy who's still exploring her surroundings and learning about the world. She came to us with her siblings Littlefoot and Du…
Starpaws Rescue • Marina Del Rey, CA
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Jace
#A5791099 Jace is a 5-year-old, 49 lb neutered male Pitbull with a handsome fawn and white coat and the cutest goofy personality. Found as a stray, Ja…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
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Val
#A5787371 Val is a 3-year-old, 29 lb neutered male Schipperke mix with a gentle, sensitive soul. Found as a stray and terribly matted, this poor littl…
United Hope for Animals • Pasadena, CA
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Emma K
Meet Emma ❤️ Sweet, Social, and Ready to Find Her Forever Family Breed: Feist Terrier Mix Gender: Female | Age: 03/04/2024 | Weight/Size: 15 lbs (Smal…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
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Amethyst
Hi! My name is Amethyst and I am about 2 months old right now. CARMA took my mama in when she was still expecting and we are being raised in a foster …
Compassionate Animal Rescue for Medical Aid • Mission Viejo, 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.
