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Orange Chicken
This dog will be at the Palo Alto Pet Food Express on Saturday, October 3rd from 12PM – 3PM (unless adopted prior to the event). 3910 Middlefield Road…
Doggie Protective Services • Romoland, CA
Dogs for Adoption in California
7,262 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in California. Showing 181–210 of 7,262 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.
217 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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Broccoli Beef
This dog will be at the Palo Alto Pet Food Express on Saturday, October 3rd from 12PM – 3PM (unless adopted prior to the event). 3910 Middlefield Road…
Doggie Protective Services • Romoland, CA
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Little John
All DPS Rescue dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, flea/tick treated, and microchipped prior to adoption. Adoption fee: $650 Little John A…
Doggie Protective Services • Romoland, CA
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Paisley
This dog will be at the Palo Alto Pet Food Express on Saturday, October 3rd from 12PM – 3PM (unless adopted prior to the event). 3910 Middlefield Road…
Doggie Protective Services • Romoland, CA
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Hi-C
This dog will be at the Palo Alto Pet Food Express on Saturday, October 3rd from 12PM – 3PM (unless adopted prior to the event). 3910 Middlefield Road…
Doggie Protective Services • Romoland, CA
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Brandy
Brandy – Sweet, Playful, and Gentle Brandy is a 32-pound Husky puppy who is slowly coming out of her shell and showing her sweet personality. She love…
Oakland Animal Services • Oakland, CA
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Balto
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Oakland Animal Services • Oakland, CA
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Niall
Meet Niall! He is around 10 months old and we believe he is a Lab, Boxer and Pittie mix. He is a very friendly, spunky boy. He loves to play with othe…
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Eifel
West Valley Animal Care and Control Center • Chatsworth, CA
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Maybee Baby
This chunky girl Maybee Baby has lots of love to give! At 6 years old, she is a purebred black Lab whose previous owner could no longer care for her. …
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Lego Pup - Dino
Build a happily ever after with one of the Lego puppies! These cuties bring the More to Labs and More as little Chihuahua and Terrier mixes. Mama Lego…
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Gardenia (Bloom Pup)
Gardenia of the Bloom pups is popping up for hugs and kisses! He and his siblings were born at our Rescue Ranch to sweet mama, Bloom, a 22 lb Terrier …
California Labradors Retrievers and More Rescue • San Diego, CA
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Rosie
Meet Rosie — a little shy at first, but give her some time and you’ll have yourself one seriously lovable best friend. Despite everything Rosie has be…
Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group • San Diego, CA
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Renee
Renee Has the Looks and the Manners! With her fluffy cream-colored coat and stunning bi-eyes (one blue, one brown) this beautiful girl is hard to forg…
Northern California Sled Dog Rescue • Walnut Creek, CA
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Gus (West Sacramento)
Gus' foster parent has this to say about Gus: Gus is a fun loving 4-year-old male basset who has been in my home since April 2025, when his owner of o…
Golden Gate Basset Rescue • Petaluma, CA
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Bagel
East Valley Animal Care and Control Center • Van Nuys, CA
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Burrito
Kern Co Animal Control Dept - Bakersfield • Bakersfield, CA
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Kurama
West Valley Animal Care and Control Center • Chatsworth, CA
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Hope
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
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Cookie
North Central Animal Care and Control • Los Angeles, CA
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Biggie
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
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French Fry
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
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Winnie
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
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Woody
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
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Tonya
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
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Blue
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, CA
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Miloh
South Los Angeles Animal Care and Control Center • Los Angeles, 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.
