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Chyla
Meet Chyla - A Big Girl With a Soft HeartThrough no fault of her own, Chyla has found herself at the shelter and is still waiting for the next chapter…
Santa Barbara County Animal Services - Santa Barbara • Santa Barbara, CA
Dogs for Adoption in California
10,845 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in California. Showing 9,631–9,660 of 10,845 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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Petunia
Petunia didn’t have a great start at life. We knew this right away when she showed up as a stray in the city. We went slow and spent the time needed f…
Burbank Animal Shelter • Burbank, CA
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Kiki
Rehoming This is a courtesy post - This dog is not at the shelter Playful and Loving Kiki Looking for the Right Match Kiki is a 2 year old Micro Bully…
Yolo County Animal Services Shelter • Woodland, CA
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Luna
Rehoming This is a courtesy post - This dog is not at the shelter Active and Affectionate Luna Looking for a Home Without Small Dogs Luna is a 3 year …
Yolo County Animal Services Shelter • Woodland, CA
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Maverick
Rehoming This is a courtesy post - This dog is not at the shelter Happy Go Lucky Maverick Needs an Active Home Maverick is a 1 year old Pitbull and Am…
Yolo County Animal Services Shelter • Woodland, CA
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Hoss
Rehoming This is a courtesy post - This dog is not at the shelter Gentle Giant Hoss Looking for a Temporary or Forever Home Hoss is a 4 year old Rottw…
Yolo County Animal Services Shelter • Woodland, CA
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Storm
Courtesy Post this dog is not at the Shelter Rehoming Storm the Sweet and Loyal Bully Looking for a Loving Home Storm is a 2 year old American Bully X…
Yolo County Animal Services Shelter • Woodland, CA
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Milo
Milo is sweet and gentle, house trained, crate trained, great on leash, and good w other calm dogs with slow introductions. He’s been overlooked in th…
Stray No More • Los Angeles, CA
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Bud
Humane Society of Imperial Valley • El Centro, CA
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Jules
Riverside County Animal Control - Coachella Shelter • Thousand Palms, CA
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Mac
Meet Mac: 15 pounds of sass wrapped in fur. This 2-year-old Shiba Inu/Chihuahua mix believes he is both a world-class athlete and the CEO of the livin…
Woofs and Wags Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Lokita
I’m a sweet, affectionate girl with lots of love to give. I adore attention, love giving kisses, and get so excited to meet new people, sometimes I ju…
Humane Society of Ventura County • Ojai, CA
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Penny
• Loves affection• Playful, great to walk• Super splasherPenny arrived to us unsure of the world, but has since decided that after careful considerati…
Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter • Alameda, CA
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Hero
Hey there! I came here from another agency to find my perfect match, and I’m ready to go, go, go. I’m incredibly curious and love leading pack walks. …
Humane Society of Ventura County • Ojai, CA
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Longfellow
Riverside County Animal Control - Riverside Shelter • Riverside, CA
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Lokito
I’m a gentle, sweet boy who’s still getting used to my new surroundings, but once I feel comfortable, I love being close to my people. I’m the kind of…
Humane Society of Ventura County • Ojai, CA
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Freddy
Freddy, a 2-year-old Jack Russell Terrier mix, has been through a lot in his young life. When he first arrived, he was scared and favoring one of his …
Central Valley Rescue Railroad • Lindsay, CA
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Luna
Riverside County Animal Control - Coachella Shelter • Thousand Palms, CA
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Achilles
I’m a sweet, affectionate boy who just wants to feel safe and loved. I came in with Penny after things got a little tough at home, and I’m slowly buil…
Humane Society of Ventura County • Ojai, CA
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Chaquira
Chaquira is an affectionate girl who loves every person she meets! She adores attention and will give her people cute little kisses in return. She’s a…
Ventura County Animal Regulation • Camarillo, CA
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Zoey
Meet Zoey! Update 3/25/26 - From Zoey’s foster family: Meet this sweet girl, Zoey! This 20 pound pup is as loving as they come and truly thrives on be…
Animal Rescuers Without Borders • San Diego, CA
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Paul
Riverside County Animal Control - Coachella Shelter • Thousand Palms, CA
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Caramel
Meet Caramel, a super-sweet and confident momma who recently raised seven beautiful puppies ! This outgoing, active girl gets along brilliantly with a…
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, 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.
