This website shows dogs in animal shelters or animal rescues that have been waiting to be adopted.

Please check with the respective organization if you are interested in meeting the dog in case they are already adopted.

Reunion Rescue
Jasmine

Jasmine is a phenomenal girl..she is about as near perfect a dog as you will ever see. Jasmine loves little...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Jasmine is looking for a forever family in the surrounding San Francisco, CA, 94110 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, Chesapeake Bay Retriever searching for a forever family near San Francisco, CA, 94110.

profile last updated on 02/23/2010

  • American Staffordshire Terrier
    • Temperment: Attentive, Courageous, Devoted, Friendly, Loyal, Tenacious, Intelligent
    • Breed Group: Terrier
  • Chesapeake Bay Retriever
    • Temperment: Happy, Affectionate, Dominant, Intelligent, Protective, Quiet
    • Breed Group: Sporting, Bird
Sacramento County Animal Care Services
GINGER

To meet me, visit the Bradshaw Animal shelter Tuesday-Sunday, Noon - 4:30pm. All adoptions are on a first-come, first-served basis....

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Pit Bull Terrier? GINGER is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Sacramento, CA, 95827 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Pit Bull Terrier searching for a forever family near Sacramento, CA, 95827.

profile last updated on 04/25/2022

  • Pit Bull Terrier
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Aggressive, Clownish, Courageous, Friendly, Intelligent, Loyal, Obedient, Strong-willed, Stubborn
    • Breed Group: Terrier
Pupz N Palz Rescue
Chloe

Chloe came from a high kill shelter with just week old pups. A few days later Chloe was diagnosed with...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Rat Terrier, Chihuahua? Chloe is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Modesto, CA, 95355 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Rat Terrier, Chihuahua searching for a forever family near Modesto, CA, 95355.

profile last updated on 03/14/2011

  • Rat Terrier
    • Temperment: Affectioante, Alert, Inquisitive, Lively, Loving
    • Breed Group: Terrier
  • Chihuahua
    • Temperment: Alert, Courageous, Devoted, Lively, Intelligent, Quick
    • Breed Group: Toy, Companion
Pit Crew Sacramento
Brooklyn

PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THE RESCUE THROUGH PETFINDER, VISIT PITCREW.ORG AND COMPLETE ADOPTION APPLICATION. *All of our rescue dogs are...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Rhodesian Ridgeback? Brooklyn is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Rocklin, CA, 95677 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Rhodesian Ridgeback searching for a forever family near Rocklin, CA, 95677.

profile last updated on 06/21/2015

  • Rhodesian Ridgeback
    • Temperment: Dignified, Intelligent, Loyal, Mischevious, Sensitive, Strong-willed
    • Breed Group: Hound, Sight
Pupz N Palz Rescue
Chica

Shots started dhpp, micro chipped, and now offering one month of Free Pet Insurance with every dog!! We also now...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Chihuahua? Chica is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Modesto, CA, 95355 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Chihuahua searching for a forever family near Modesto, CA, 95355.

profile last updated on 07/13/2015

  • Chihuahua
    • Temperment: Alert, Courageous, Devoted, Lively, Intelligent, Quick
    • Breed Group: Toy, Companion
Azaya Ranch Sanctuary
Rickie

Rickie is a senior, 10 year old, Chihuahua mix who was originally transferred from SFSPCA with his brother (?) Hutch....

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Chihuahua? Rickie is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Petaluma, CA, 94953 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Chihuahua searching for a forever family near Petaluma, CA, 94953.

profile last updated on 02/08/2022

  • Chihuahua
    • Temperment: Alert, Courageous, Devoted, Lively, Intelligent, Quick
    • Breed Group: Toy, Companion
Azaya Ranch Sanctuary
Hutch

Hutch is a senior, 10 year old, Chihuahua mix (basically a Chihuahua on stilts) who was originally transferred from the...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Chihuahua? Hutch is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Petaluma, CA, 94953 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Chihuahua searching for a forever family near Petaluma, CA, 94953.

profile last updated on 10/18/2016

  • Chihuahua
    • Temperment: Alert, Courageous, Devoted, Lively, Intelligent, Quick
    • Breed Group: Toy, Companion
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Saints Of The West
DAISY

Daisy: She is @--6 yrs old. Long Hair . Her bad habit is fence fighting with other dogs. Loves people...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Saint Bernard? DAISY is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Sparks, NV, 89436 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Saint Bernard searching for a forever family near Sparks, NV, 89436.

profile last updated on 01/10/2021

  • Saint Bernard
    • Temperment: Friendly, Gentle, Independent, Intelligent, Outgoing, Quiet, Social
    • Breed Group: Working, Guardian
NorCal Bully Breed Rescue
Lola

***At this time we are ONLY doing adoptions within the immediate Sacramento area. Please fill out an adoption application on...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Pit Bull Terrier? Lola is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Citrus Heights, CA, 95610 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Pit Bull Terrier searching for a forever family near Citrus Heights, CA, 95610.

profile last updated on 04/24/2018

  • Pit Bull Terrier
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Aggressive, Clownish, Courageous, Friendly, Intelligent, Loyal, Obedient, Strong-willed, Stubborn
    • Breed Group: Terrier
Resilient Dog Rescue
Olive!!

Meet Olive! PLEASE TAKE A CHANCE ON THIS GIRL!! So you want to rescue a dog?? Well Olive is the...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Pit Bull Terrier? Olive!! is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Rocklin , CA, 95677 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Pit Bull Terrier searching for a forever family near Rocklin , CA, 95677.

profile last updated on 01/22/2022

  • Pit Bull Terrier
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Aggressive, Clownish, Courageous, Friendly, Intelligent, Loyal, Obedient, Strong-willed, Stubborn
    • Breed Group: Terrier
Azaya Ranch Sanctuary
Gus

Gus is a smart handsome little fluff ball who was born blind. He gets around just fine and loves going...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Shih Tzu? Gus is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Petaluma, CA, 94953 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Shih Tzu searching for a forever family near Petaluma, CA, 94953.

profile last updated on 11/08/2023

  • Shih Tzu
    • Temperment: Active, Courageous, Friendly, Gentle, Happy, Intelligent, Lively, Outgoing, Playful
    • Breed Group: Toy, Companion
Animal Friends Connection Humane Society
Jase

Jase is an adorable 9-year-old, 10 pound, Chihuahua mix. He looks like a miniature Basenji. He has beautiful golden eyes...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Basenji, Chihuahua? Jase is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Lodi, CA, 95241 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Basenji, Chihuahua searching for a forever family near Lodi, CA, 95241.

profile last updated on 02/21/2020

  • Basenji
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Alert, Curious, Energetic, Playful, Intelligent
    • Breed Group: Hound, Sight
  • Chihuahua
    • Temperment: Alert, Courageous, Devoted, Lively, Intelligent, Quick
    • Breed Group: Toy, Companion
California Pit Bull Rescue
Seamus

Seamus (shay-mus) is a one-of-a-kind blockhead who is ready to give his heart to the right person or family. He...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Great Dane, American Staffordshire Terrier? Seamus is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Berkeley, CA, 94705 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Great Dane, American Staffordshire Terrier searching for a forever family near Berkeley, CA, 94705.

profile last updated on 05/02/2023

  • Great Dane
    • Temperment: Friendly, Confident, Devoted, Intelligent, Gentle, Loving, Reserved
    • Breed Group: Working, Guardian
  • American Staffordshire Terrier
    • Temperment: Attentive, Courageous, Devoted, Friendly, Loyal, Tenacious, Intelligent
    • Breed Group: Terrier
Animal Refugee Response
ACE

Ace did not have a good life his first time around, and it is not easily trusting. He does well...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Terrier? ACE is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Vacaville, CA, 95688 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Terrier searching for a forever family near Vacaville, CA, 95688.

profile last updated on 05/10/2020

  • Terrier
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Alert, Courageous, Intelligent, Friendly, Hardy, Independent
    • Breed Group: Terrier
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Homeless Animals' Lifeline Organization (H.A.L.O.)
Duke

Duke is a love bug male Terrier/Chihuahua mix, born 7/8/2012. This big love bug is just that, he is full...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Terrier, Chihuahua? Duke is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Antioch, CA, 94531 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Terrier, Chihuahua searching for a forever family near Antioch, CA, 94531.

profile last updated on 08/27/2022

  • Terrier
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Alert, Courageous, Intelligent, Friendly, Hardy, Independent
    • Breed Group: Terrier
  • Chihuahua
    • Temperment: Alert, Courageous, Devoted, Lively, Intelligent, Quick
    • Breed Group: Toy, Companion
Finding A Best Friend Rescue
Cruz

Meet handsome Cruz! He was adopted from our rescue and his adoptive family, regretfully, returned him due to them going...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Pit Bull Terrier? Cruz is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Danville, CA, 94506 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Pit Bull Terrier searching for a forever family near Danville, CA, 94506.

profile last updated on 11/15/2020

  • Pit Bull Terrier
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Aggressive, Clownish, Courageous, Friendly, Intelligent, Loyal, Obedient, Strong-willed, Stubborn
    • Breed Group: Terrier
Dog Town Canine Rescue
Dodger

Dodger was allegedly adopted from us a few years ago, we don't recall if he was or not, but we...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - American Bulldog? Dodger is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Carson City, NV, 89702 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - American Bulldog searching for a forever family near Carson City, NV, 89702.

profile last updated on 01/10/2021

  • American Bulldog
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Alert, Courageous, Energetic, Gentle, Loving, Out-going, Social
    • Breed Group: Working, Guardian
Dog Town Canine Rescue
Hobbes

Here is Hobbes' story... We got him about six years ago from Animal Control, he was a stray. He was...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Yellow Labrador Retriever? Hobbes is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Carson City, NV, 89702 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Yellow Labrador Retriever searching for a forever family near Carson City, NV, 89702.

profile last updated on 01/10/2021

  • Yellow Labrador Retriever
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Alert, Cheerful, Energetic, Friendly, Gentle, Intelligent, Loving, Loyal, Outgoing, Playful, Responsive, Social
    • Breed Group: Sporting, Bird
Love & Second Chances
Beau

Name: Beau Age: 10 years (as of 7/23/25) Gender: Male Weight: 45-50lbs Breed: American Bully mix Dog: Best as only...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - American Bully? Beau is looking for a forever family in the surrounding San Ramon, CA, 94582 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - American Bully searching for a forever family near San Ramon, CA, 94582.

profile last updated on 02/16/2021

Dog Town Canine Rescue
Jupiter

Jupiter is about five years old, and he is an Anatolian Shepherd. He is very well-trained, will walk nicely on...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Anatolian Shepherd? Jupiter is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Carson City, NV, 89702 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Anatolian Shepherd searching for a forever family near Carson City, NV, 89702.

profile last updated on 04/21/2021

  • Anatolian Shepherd
    • Temperment: Bold, Confident, Independent, Intelligent, Proud, Steady
    • Breed Group: Working, Guardian
Mutt Muffins
XENA

XENA is approx a 2 1/2 to 3 year old purebread German Shepherd She’s slender … only approx 60 lbs...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - German Shepherd Dog? XENA is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Pittsburg, CA, 94565 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - German Shepherd Dog searching for a forever family near Pittsburg, CA, 94565.

profile last updated on 09/13/2023

  • German Shepherd Dog
    • Temperment: Alert, Confident, Courageous, Curious, Intelligent, Loyal, Obedient, Watchful
    • Breed Group: Herding
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Cold Nose Rescue Sanctuary
Nolan

Nolan is a recent addition, after being picked up as a stray. He is about 3 years old and good...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - German Shepherd Dog? Nolan is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Mound House, NV, 89706 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - German Shepherd Dog searching for a forever family near Mound House, NV, 89706.

profile last updated on 02/08/2022

  • German Shepherd Dog
    • Temperment: Alert, Confident, Courageous, Curious, Intelligent, Loyal, Obedient, Watchful
    • Breed Group: Herding
Cold Nose Rescue Sanctuary
Hyde

Hyde is a work in progress. He is 3-4 years old and will be neutered soon. Little is known about...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - German Shepherd Dog? Hyde is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Mound House, NV, 89706 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - German Shepherd Dog searching for a forever family near Mound House, NV, 89706.

profile last updated on 02/08/2022

  • German Shepherd Dog
    • Temperment: Alert, Confident, Courageous, Curious, Intelligent, Loyal, Obedient, Watchful
    • Breed Group: Herding
Rocket Dog Rescue
Emerald

Our gorgeous girl Emerald (or Emmie for short) is a 1.5-year-old staffy mix. She’s about 49 pounds, all fit into...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier? Emerald is looking for a forever family in the surrounding San Francisco, CA, 94110 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier searching for a forever family near San Francisco, CA, 94110.

profile last updated on 07/12/2021

  • American Staffordshire Terrier
    • Temperment: Attentive, Courageous, Devoted, Friendly, Loyal, Tenacious, Intelligent
    • Breed Group: Terrier
Rocket Dog Rescue
Shanandoah

Shanandoah is a ridiculously cute 11 year-old Shar Pei that lives for snacks, a sunny day, a little kindness, and...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Shar-Pei? Shanandoah is looking for a forever family in the surrounding San Francisco, CA, 94110 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Shar-Pei searching for a forever family near San Francisco, CA, 94110.

profile last updated on 07/12/2021

Dog Town Canine Rescue
Squirt

Squirt was rescued from the Walker River Reservation, he was just a pup but had been raised by a feral...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Retriever? Squirt is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Carson City, NV, 89702 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Retriever searching for a forever family near Carson City, NV, 89702.

profile last updated on 07/13/2021

  • Retriever
    • Temperment: Confident, Friendly, Intelligent, Kind, Reliable, Trustworthy
    • Breed Group: Sporting, Bird
Rocket Dog Rescue
Dottie

Meet 6-year-old sweetheart, Dottie! This 70-lb American Staffordshire/Bulldog mix loves all humans, big and small. She’s house-trained and her favorite...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, American Bulldog? Dottie is looking for a forever family in the surrounding San Francisco, CA, 94110 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, American Bulldog searching for a forever family near San Francisco, CA, 94110.

profile last updated on 07/15/2021

  • American Staffordshire Terrier
    • Temperment: Attentive, Courageous, Devoted, Friendly, Loyal, Tenacious, Intelligent
    • Breed Group: Terrier
  • American Bulldog
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Alert, Courageous, Energetic, Gentle, Loving, Out-going, Social
    • Breed Group: Working, Guardian