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Mojo
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Contra Costa Animal Services • Martinez, CA
Dogs for Adoption in California
7,181 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in California. Showing 1,141–1,170 of 7,181 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.
7,181 dogs in California — page 39 of 240
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Grover
Grover is a gentle, affectionate and snuggly pup. He has a neurological condition that causes him to be wobbly and uncoordinated. The underlying cause…
Contra Costa Animal Services • Martinez, CA
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Clint
Clint is the definition of a gentle giant. He’s an affectionate, friendly guy who loves getting attention from his people. Clint enjoys saying hello t…
Contra Costa Animal Services • Martinez, CA
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Mrs Bacon
North Central Animal Care and Control • Los Angeles, CA
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Kingkong
Kingkong is a sweet, gentle little lowrider who may take a moment to warm up, but once he does, he’s very people-oriented and loves being close to his…
Contra Costa Animal Services • Martinez, CA
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Ever
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Downey • Downey, CA
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Patches
El Dorado County Animal Services - Placerville • Placerville, CA
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Weber
Weber can be a tad shy at first, but once he opens up he is an affectionate and playful dog. He plays well with other dogs, especially his brother Val…
Contra Costa Animal Services • Martinez, CA
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Cheeseburger
North Central Animal Care and Control • Los Angeles, CA
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Waffles
North Central Animal Care and Control • Los Angeles, CA
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Hash Brown
North Central Animal Care and Control • Los Angeles, CA
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Lewis
Lewis – Affectionate, Treat-Motivated and People-Focused Lewis is a 2-year-old, 52-pound Pit Bull Terrier mix with a wonderfully affectionate personal…
Oakland Animal Services • Oakland, CA
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Sandy
Sandy is a sweet, playful girl who loves making friends. She has a goofy side and loves running, wrestling, and having fun with her dog buddies. She a…
Contra Costa Animal Services • Martinez, CA
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Tango
Meet Tango — Your New Best Friend! Looking for a dog who is affectionate, easygoing, friendly, and just plain wonderful? Meet Tango! Tango is an absol…
Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group • San Diego, CA
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Everest (female) aka Jackie
Forever Home Wanted: Meet Everest! Everest is a young Labrador Retriever mix who found herself sitting in the shelter just after the Fourth of July. W…
Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group • San Diego, CA
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Jojo
Jojo – Sweet, Playful, and Eager to Engage Jojo is a 2.5-year-old, 44-pound Pit Bull Terrier mix with a sweet personality, playful spirit, and plenty …
Oakland Animal Services • Oakland, CA
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Rodolfo
Humane Society of Imperial Valley • El Centro, CA
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Scotty
Meet Scotty – A True Diamond in the Ruff and the Sweetest Little Lovebug! Scotty may not have the flashy looks that grab everyone’s attention right aw…
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Radar - Adopt Me
He’s been in foster for 2 years, and while his fosters take great care of him, it’s time for Radar to have a place of his own. Radar has a solid routi…
The Little Red Dog, Inc • Lake Forest, CA
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Floyd
Meet Floyd – A Big-Hearted Gentle Soul Floyd is a sweet, sensitive boy with a heart full of love — he’s just waiting for the right person to share it …
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Malfoy
✨ Meet Magical Malfoy! ✨ This charming young wizard is ready to cast a spell on your heart! Malfoy is a compact, playful pup with a wiggly body, a bri…
Rescue Ranch • Yreka, CA
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Madison
Helen Woodward Animal Center • Rancho Santa Fe, CA
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Baja
Meet Baja — Our Golden Boy! Baja is an approximately 8-month-old husky mix who is as beautiful on the inside as he is gorgeous on the outside. This ch…
Northern California Sled Dog Rescue • Walnut Creek, CA
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Fluffy
West Valley Animal Care and Control Center • Chatsworth, CA
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Bella
West Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
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Pepper
El Dorado County Animal Services - Placerville • Placerville, CA
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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.
