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Delta
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Coastal K9 German Shepherd Rescue • San Diego, CA
Dogs for Adoption in California
10,689 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in California. Showing 10,561–10,590 of 10,689 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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Savannah
Savannah is 42 pound, 2.5 year old kelpie shepherd. She loves playing with toys and snuggling with her foster parents and the other dogs in the home. …
Mutts in Need • Newport Beach, CA
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Gonzo
Meet Gonzo A Goofy, Loving Best Friend Who's Always Ready to Make You Smile ❤️ Breed: Carolina Dog / American Foxhound Mix Gender: Male | DOB: May 21,…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
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Karma
Karma found her way to Its the Pits in April 2023 after a good Samaritan found her in need of emergency medical care, abandoned in a crate on the side…
It's The Pits • San Diego, CA
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Basil - of Belgian Malinois family
Basil is 1 of 5 siblings to a Belgian Malinois mom. Dad unknown. Born 1-18-23. @65-70 lbs. Friendly boy. He's full of energy and loves to run around a…
Beagles and Buddies • Apple Valley, CA
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Paprika - of the Belgian Malinois x family
Paprika is 1 of 5 siblings to a Belgian Malinois mom. Dad is unknown. Paprika is the only girl. Born 1-18-23. She's @55 lbs. The siblings are playful …
Beagles and Buddies • Apple Valley, CA
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Cilantro
Cilantro is 1 of 5 siblings to a Belgian Malinois mom. Dad is unknown. Born 1-18-23. @65 lbs. He is loving, playful, photogenic, and active. He can be…
Beagles and Buddies • Apple Valley, CA
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Katie
Meet Katie Breed: Pit Bull and Patterdale Terrier Mix Date of Birth: May 4, 2022 Gender: Female (Spayed) Weight: 40 pounds Personality Katie is a swee…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
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Addie
Addie is an adorable four year old, 20 lb. Terrier/Chihuahua mix with a heart full of love and a spirit that’s just waiting to shine. While she may be…
I.C.A.R.E. Dog Rescue • Corona, CA
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Teddy Bear
Teddy Bear and his family were abandoned in a house after their person died and were almost starved to death when they were found by a good Samaritan …
Paw Parent • Lancaster, CA
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Piper
Meet Piper! She’s a sweet, cuddly and goofy 1 year old Shepherd/Lab mix. She’s potty trained, crate trained and knows sit and lay. She’s very treat mo…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
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Wynnona
Some dogs give their hearts away immediately. Wynnona makes you earn hers just a little—and trust us, she is 10000% worth the effort. Wynnona original…
Our Underdog Rescue Squad • La Verne, CA
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Claudie
Claudie is about 3 years old med size dog. She weighs about 30-35 lbs, she is a boxer/lab mix. She was found with her mom and her sibling abundant in …
Melita's Dream Animal Rescue • Woodland Hills, CA
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Neville of the Hogwarts family
Neville is from a family of Korean Jindo mixes. White/cream. 1 year old. @50 lbs. Neville is a nice boy who loves his people. He gets along well with …
Beagles and Buddies • Apple Valley, CA
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Ginny of the Hogwarts family
Ginny is from a family of Korean Jindo mixes. White/cream. She is @40-45 lbs, long legged and slender. 1 year old. Ginny loves running around with her…
Beagles and Buddies • Apple Valley, CA
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Harry Pawter of the Hogwarts family
Harry Pawter is one of a family of young Korean Jindo mixes. 1 year old . @50-55 lbs. House trained. Good with adults and kids. Outgoing and active bo…
Beagles and Buddies • Apple Valley, CA
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Lily
Lily is a young Belgian Malinois, 50-55 lbs and 2 years old. She is pretty shy but the volunteers are working with her. She will need a patient home t…
Beagles and Buddies • Apple Valley, CA
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Wedge
Wedge is an amazing 10-month-old with so much potential to be a great dog for any family! He does well with older children and other friendly dogs. He…
Doggie Bonez Inc • San Juan Capistrano, CA
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Honcho
Meet Honcho! Our big love bug is back and looking for a second chance. After spending the last two years in a home, Honcho has returned to our program…
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Ramsey #3934
Meet Ramsey – The Bossy but Bashful Chiweenie MixRamsey is a 5-year-old Chiweenie/Terrier mix with a big personality wrapped up in a little body. Resc…
Wagmor Pets • Studio City, CA
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Eliza #0564
Meet Eliza – The Catlike Terrier with a Heart Ready to HealEliza is a 5-year-old terrier mix with a story of resilience. Rescued from a hoarding situa…
Wagmor Pets • Studio City, CA
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Daisy
Hello my name is Daisy, I am a gorgeous American Staffordshire Terrier and I am more than ready to find my forever home. Daisy has been overlooked! Sh…
California Pitbull Rescue • Berkeley, CA
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Angel
Meet Angel! This lovely lady was rescued by cat rescue folks in Patterson, CA. They are currently fostering her until she can find her forever home, d…
California Pitbull Rescue • Berkeley, CA
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Tenley
Tenley is the cutest package of vanilla ice cream with chocolate chips that ever lived. Tenley is 6 and a half years old and she can play fetch like n…
Code Red K9 Crew • Redlands, CA
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Aspen
Meet Aspen! He’s a friendly, happy and loving Shar Pei/Lab mix a little over a year old! He loves to play with toys and his sibling Archie. He loves e…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
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Archie
Meet Archie! He’s a friendly, happy and loving Shar Pei/Lab mix a little over a year old! He loves to play with toys and his sibling Aspen. He loves e…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
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Grady
Grady is suspicious and overly cautious and untrusting with strangers. He is a sweet boy. He gets along with other dogs. And is know to accept cats. H…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, 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.
