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Brooks
Meet Brooks, a bright 2-month-old female Cattle Dog mix with a sweet, adventurous spirit and an eager heart! Intelligent, affectionate, and full of pl…
Kate's Furreka Rescue • Turlock, CA
Dogs for Adoption in California
7,005 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in California. Showing 2,821–2,850 of 7,005 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.
219 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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Ube
Meet Ube Sweet, Social, and Ready for a Lifetime of Adventures Breed: Australian Kelpie / Border Collie Mix Gender: Female | Age: 09/14/2025 | Weight:…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
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Blue Moon
Meet Blue Moon Outgoing, Adventurous, and Ready to Shine in Her Forever Home Breed: Australian Kelpie / Flat-Coated Retriever Mix Gender: Female | Age…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
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Gum Drop
Meet Gum Drop A Happy Little Adventure Buddy Ready to Find His People Breed: Australian Kelpie / Border Collie Mix Gender: Male | Age: 09/14/2025 | We…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
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Jenny
Meet Jenny! ❤️ Jenny is a beautiful 4-year-old Anatolian Shepherd mix who is the perfect combination of independent, adventurous, goofy, and incredibl…
TLC K9 Rescue • Escondido, CA
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Demi
Helen Woodward Animal Center • Rancho Santa Fe, CA
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Larkin
Meet Larkin, a striking 2-month-old male Catahoula Leopard Dog mix with a gorgeous coat and an irresistibly sweet personality. Curious, gentle, and fu…
Kate's Furreka Rescue • Turlock, CA
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Lenard
Meet Lenard, an eye-catching 2-month-old male Catahoula Leopard Dog mix with a unique look and a heart full of puppy playfulness. Smart, sweet, and bo…
Kate's Furreka Rescue • Turlock, CA
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Nick Wilde
Meet Nick Wilde, a clever 1-year-old male Terrier mix with a charming, quick-witted personality and a whole lot of heart! Don't let his sly name fool …
Kate's Furreka Rescue • Turlock, CA
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Los Angeles County Animal Control - Lancaster • Lancaster, CA
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Rocky G
Meet Rocky ❤️ Three Little Paws, One Very Big Heart—Rocky Is Ready for His Forever Family Breed: Jack Russell Terrier / Poodle Mix Gender: Male | Age:…
Ozzie and Friends Rescue Inc • Inglewood, CA
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Gigi
Meet Gigi! Gigi is a 4-month-old Terrier mix who is as sweet as they come! This little girl is surprisingly calm and gentle for a puppy, making her an…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
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Monkey
Meet Monkey! Monkey is a 3–3½-month-old Terrier mix weighing around 7–8 pounds, and he’s one seriously sweet little guy! Monkey and his brother, Buste…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
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Buster
Meet Buster! Buster is an adorable 3–3½-month-old little mystery mix who may have some Terrier, Pug, Spaniel… and who knows what else! Whatever he is,…
Love All Animals • Dana Point, CA
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Anabelle
Forever home wanted: Meet Anabelle, our beautiful little Labby girl! At just 10 months old, Anabelle was absolutely terrified in the shelter. But afte…
Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group • San Diego, CA
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San Bernardino County Animal Care - Devore • Devore, 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.
