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Nettle
Meet Nettle! This chunky little girl is absolutely adorable and ready to start looking for her forever home! Nettle was born August 8th. Her mama is a…
Friends of Orange County's Homeless Pets • Menifee, CA
Dogs for Adoption in California
7,053 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in California. Showing 1,891–1,920 of 7,053 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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Cora
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Castaic • Castaic, CA
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Felix
Meet Felix! He is a 3 year old, 24 lb. fun loving mix looking for his forever home! His exact breed is unknown but his foster thinks he looks like a M…
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Norman
Meet Norman: Your Future Shadow, Professional Snuggler, and Certified Foodie! Are you looking for a loyal sidekick who will follow you everywhere, lov…
Second Chance Dog Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Kristin
Stanislaus County Animal Services • Modesto, CA
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Pickle
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
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Barkley
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
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Cyrus
Harbor Animal Care and Control Center • San Pedro, CA
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Lois Lane
Stanislaus County Animal Services • Modesto, CA
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Rex
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
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Lindsey
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
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Mariano
East Valley Animal Care and Control Center • Van Nuys, CA
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Yumi
Harbor Animal Care and Control Center • San Pedro, CA
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Abby
Harbor Animal Care and Control Center • San Pedro, CA
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Breezy
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Oakland Animal Services • Oakland, CA
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Dante
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
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Geppetto
Meet Geppetto, an 18-pound bundle of pure sweetness! Geppetto is truly one of the sweetest, friendliest little dogs you could meet. He's an absolute l…
Yolo County Animal Services Shelter • Woodland, CA
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Eureka Pup - Jo Lupo
Eureka, it's puppies! The Eureka puppies were found with their sweet mama Eureka who did her very best caring for them. This family was found in a hol…
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Eureka Pup - Taggart
Eureka, it's puppies! The Eureka puppies were found with their sweet mama Eureka who did her very best caring for them. This family was found in a hol…
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Eureka Pup - Donovan
Eureka, it's puppies! The Eureka puppies were found with their sweet mama Eureka who did her very best caring for them. This family was found in a hol…
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Smokey
Los Angeles County Animal Control - Lancaster • Lancaster, CA
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Trevor
Meet Trevor! He is a stunner with his white coat and amber eyes. Trevor is 9 months old and a Lab mix. He is a gentle hearted boy that warms up once h…
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Eureka Pup - Carter
Eureka, it's puppies! The Eureka puppies were found with their sweet mama Eureka who did her very best caring for them. This family was found in a hol…
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Rylee
Meet Rylee! This sweet boy is around 4 months old and we believe he is a Lab and Terrier mix. He and his brother are currently on track to be medium t…
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA
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POCKETWhat a little pocket cutie she is! Happy to leash up and go for walks and play. If given the opportunity, she'll climb right into your lap. Upon…
Humboldt County Sheriff's Animal Shelter • McKinleyville, 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.
