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Dogs for Adoption in California
10,690 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in California. Showing 10,261–10,290 of 10,690 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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Charlene
Charlene is 2 years old and weighs 52 lbs. She’s a very active girl, playful and outgoing. She does well around people and is social with other dogs. …
Baja Animal Sanctuary • San Diego, CA
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Susie
Susie is 2.5 years old and weighs 35 lbs. She’s playful and active, friendly with people and social with other dogs. Susie and her mom, Myra, were str…
Baja Animal Sanctuary • San Diego, CA
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Kisha
Kisha is a very young female Akita who is probably just over a year old. She is a sweet sassy little girl that although very petite she holds her own …
A Passion for Paws Rescue, Inc. • Romoland, CA
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Chestnut
Chestnut is a wonderful young adult male Akita that’s ready for his forever home!!! He can be a little shy at first and needs some time to get to know…
A Passion for Paws Rescue, Inc. • Romoland, CA
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Butch
Butch and his siblings were born on 11/9/2024 to, Momma Bambi a Chihuahua mix. She came from a high kill shelter and was very pregnant. Butch has been…
Pardon... Me Inc. • Chino Hills, CA
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Murphy
Foster or Forever Home Wanted: Meet Murphy! Murphy is a 2-year-old, 40 lb Labrador/Bull Terrier mix who’s ready to hop (literally!) into his next chap…
Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group • San Diego, CA
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Shadow
Shadow is a 1-year-old black lab mix that is ready for his loving forever family. Shadow weighs approximately 58 pounds of love & sweetness. He is a c…
Doggie Bonez Inc • San Juan Capistrano, CA
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Storey
Storey is a lab mix Mix his age is about 7 months old and his estimated weight may be around 30 lbs. when fully grown. She is up to date on all of his…
Baja Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Griffin
Dog Bio for Griffin Meet Griffin Introducing Griffin, the vivacious male Husky who is sure to enchant you with his joyful energy and friendly disposit…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
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Titan
Meet Titan Male DOB: February 28, 2022 Weight: 80 pounds Breed: Golden Retriever / Husky Mix Neutered (Fixed) Vaccinated Microchipped Healthy & Adopti…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
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Wetherby
INFO: Meet Wetherby - one of our Long-Stay Legends! Our Long-Stay Legends have been at the shelter for over a year and it's time they find the homes t…
Long Beach Animal Care Services • Long Beach, CA
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Mama Angel
Meet Angel – She Gave Everything to Her Puppies… Now She Needs Someone to Choose Her Angel is a beautiful 3-year-old Shepherd mix whose story is one o…
Melita's Dream Animal Rescue • Woodland Hills, CA
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Piggy
Meet Piggy...Piggy is a shy guy who takes some time to feel comfortable. He is known to be dog friendly and a confident dog would be beneficial for hi…
Santa Barbara County Animal Services - Santa Barbara • Santa Barbara, CA
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Miles
Meet Miles! He is a gorgeous, sweet, shy and good-natured, five-year-old, 29 lb. Cattle dog/Spaniel mix who is looking for a loving home. Miles walks …
I.C.A.R.E. Dog Rescue • Corona, CA
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Trixie
Meet Trixie The Sweetest Little Spark Plug You’ll Ever Know! Trixie is the perfect mix of snuggly and spunky! She’s a total lovebug who adores couch c…
It's The Pits • San Diego, CA
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Winnie
Foster or forever home needed! Meet adorable Winnie! Winnie came to us as an owner surrender due to the family living situation changing. Winnie has l…
Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group • San Diego, CA
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Boomer
Meet Boomer! ✨ Looking for a handsome, smart, and social companion who’s as fun as he is lovable? Boomer just might be your perfect match! This charmi…
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Cash
Meet Cash - Your New Best Friend (and Possibly Personal Trainer) Hi there, I'm Cash - a one-year-old Belgian Malinois mix with a heart full of love, l…
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Apollo
Around here, he’s better known as Uncle Apollo—and it might just be his cutest role yet. Apollo is a lovable Pug mix who has become the unofficial bab…
Our Underdog Rescue Squad • La Verne, CA
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Maze
Maze is a German Shepherd and Belgian Malinois mix, who I believe is around 3 years old and weighs about 60 lbs. She is a very active, goofy, and swee…
The Heroic Tail • San Diego, CA
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Susie
Sugarplum's 7 pups were born 12/15/24. 3 males and 4 females. Pups are mellow but now walking around more and eating but too much for their current fo…
Furry Friends Rescue • Fremont, CA
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Shilo
I was rescued from the shelter the day I was born. I am a shy but sweet boy. The first step in adopting an animal is to fill out the application. For …
Tanya's Adoption Network 4 Young Animals, Inc. (T.A.N.Y.A.'s, Inc.) • Phelan, CA
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Kevin
Hi there! I’m Kevin, a one-year-old Pug/Chihuahua mix puppy who’s always up for some fun and adventure. I weigh about 15 lbs. and I’m curious about ev…
I.C.A.R.E. Dog Rescue • Corona, 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.
