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Lottie

Meet Lottie! Born in October, Lottie is one of the eight pups we rescued (along with their amazing mama Bubbles)...

Johnny

Meet Johnny! This little cutie was born in October 2025 and is one of eight pups we rescued—plus their sweet...

Artie

Meet Artie! Born in October, Artie is one of the eight pups we rescued (along with their sweet mama Bubbles)...

Bubbles

Meet Bubbles! This sweet 1 1/2 year old pit mix lives up to her name - she’s full of joy,...

Mocha

Meet Mocha! Mocha is part of our adorable new litter of pups, born in October. She has the most beautiful,...

Hazel

Meet Hazel! Hazel is part of our adorable new litter of pups, born in October. She has the most stunning...

Slugger

Meet Slugger! One of our adorable baseball litter pups, born in October. This likely Pitbull/Australian Shepherd mix has the cutest...

Ace

Meet Ace! One of our adorable baseball litter pups, born in October. This likely Pitbull/Australian Shepherd mix is all white...

Rookie

Meet Rookie! One of our adorable baseball litter pups, born in October. This likely Pitbull/Australian Shepherd mix has two stunning...

Rosie

Rosie’s world changed the day Duncan crossed the rainbow bridge. The two were inseparable — they came into rescue together...

Paxton

Paxton is a 6-month-old Border Collie mix with a heart full of love and a tail that never stops wagging....

Mookie

Meet Mookie — just like the ballplayer, he’s an all-star! He came to the shelter as a stray and while...

Oscar

Meet Oscar! I’m a 13-month-old pup who just joined the rescue, so everyone’s still getting to know me! So far,...

Clifford

Meet Clifford! He may not be as big as Clifford the Big Red Dog from your favorite childhood book—but this...

Prince & Simon

Meet Simon (Chihuahua) and Prince (Pomeranian), our bonded pair. This one-year-old duo are the definition of devotion. They were cruelly...

Buddy

Meet Buddy! I am 13 months old and new to the rescue and they are still getting to know me....

Suki

Meet Suki! I am 6 years old and new to the rescue and they are still getting to know me....

Minx

Meet Minx! Minx is a stunning 2-year-old Husky with mesmerizing blue and light brown eyes that will steal your heart!...

Maple

Meet Maple, a 6-month-old Catahoula Leopard mix who is equal parts silly, sweet, and joyful. Weighing about 35-40 lbs (with...

Romeo & Juliet

**Bonded pair and must stay together** Romeo (tan) and Juliet (black) have spent their whole lives side by side -...

Charger

Meet ChargerCharger is a sweet 4 month-old pup from our “NFL” litter. Currently around 30 lbs, this white and brown...

Barbie

Meet Barbie – Your Future Best Friend! Young • Sweet • Ready for Her Forever Home Barbie is a young...

Disney

Meet Disney! Poor Disney found himself at the shelter through no fault of his own after fathering a litter of...

Wrigley

Meet Wrigley — the sweetest little boy! At just 5 months old and a little over 8lbs, this adorable Chihuahua...

Butterscotch

Meet Butterscotch, a gentle 10-year-old soul who spent her golden years abandoned at a shelter, unsure why her world had...

Bella G

Bella G is what we call a “fun-sized” cattle dog. She is approx 30lbs and around 6-7 years old. Bella...

Buckee

This is Buckee! He is a Retriever mix and only 7-8 mos old and around 20-25lbs currently. He is still...

Gizmo

Meet Gizmo — a 10-month-old brindle pug mix who’s as charming as he is cuddly! His photos don't do him...

Sweet Pea

This is Sweet Pea but we call her Sweetie because that's the type of dog she is! Sweetie is approx...

Aiden

Meet Aiden! He is 4 years old and a new rescue from Mexico thanks to Crossing Guardians. So far they...

Jolene

Meet Jolene! I am 2 years old and weigh new to the rescue and they are still getting to know...

Scout Courtesy Post

This is Scout. She is approx 5 mos and 42lbs, so she’s still a growing girl. Scout is full of...

Mouse

Meet Mouse! Mouse is approx 4 years old and 44lbs. She came in as a stray but we think her...

Blanche

Meet Blanche – A Golden Girl with a Heart of Gold Say hello to Blanche, a lovely senior lady with...

Rocco & Roxie (bonded)

Meet Roxie & Rocco – The Dynamic Duo! Say hello to Roxie (black & tan female) and Rocco (tan male)...

Smurfette

Meet Smurfette! I am new to the rescue and they are still getting to know me. So far they know...

Duke

** Duke is shy and prefers a home with another dog…and if you have a pool for him to chill...

Pongo

Meet Pongo! Pongo is a 1-year-old black and white Chihuahua mix with a heart full of love and a face...

Muffin

Muffin is approx 6 years old and 11lbs. We can't imagine why no one claimed her after she was picked...

Little Boy

Meet Little Boy! This sweet 4-year-old, 15 lb pup has been through a lot but hasn’t lost his loving spirit....

Jake from State Farm

Looking for a loyal companion? Someone to walk the neighborhood with? A buddy to keep you company during late-night snack...

Bibi

This is Bibi. She is a new rescue from Mexico, thanks to our friends at Crossing Guardians. She is approx...

Mr BB

When his beloved owner was deported, Mr. BB’s world turned upside down. But this resilient little guy (under 8 lbs...

Jet

This is Jet…short for Benny & the Jets, Jet2Holiday, Jetson… the list could go on. lol. Jet is 9 years...

Handsome

Handsome is approx 3 years old and was given to us from a former breeder who lost her home. He...

Radar

Meet Radar! Radar is approx 3 years old and around 25lbs. He was given up by his previous owner, who...

Kesha- Best dog EVER

This is Kesha, one of Orange County’s newest residents & Volunteers favorite! Kesha is approx 10-11 years old and just...

Viking

Viking is a very sweet 10 month old pup that is approx 50lbs. He came to us as an owner...

Billy Bob

If your life feels like it’s missing a little sparkle, Billy Bob is here to fix that. This 3-year-old, 10-pound...

Tazi

**Tazi's forever family must have Husky experience and/or have another playful dog in the house** Meet Tazi! She is approx...

Baja

Baja is approx 11 mos old and under 40lbs and just the most affectionate girl you'll meet. She is the...

Sadie

Despite all she’s been through, Sadie continues to smile! Sadie is approx 7 mos old and around 35lbs. She found...

Peewee

Peewee is a very handsome 11-year-old Chihuahua/Rat terrier mix. His owner turned him into a high kill shelter for reasons...

Riggs

Last month we had a good samaritan take in 2 puppies that were dumped together in a parking lot in...

Bernie

Last month we had a good samaritan take in 2 puppies that were dumped together in a parking lot in...

Oreo

Meet Oreo — the 20lb cuddle muffin who believes personal space is just a silly human concept. At 5 years...

Posey

We know Posey has the cutest face and while it looks like she vacations in the Hamptons in the fall,...

Harold

Harold is approx 11 years young and 14lbs. He is a gentleman to have in the home and fond of...

Burt

Meet the adorable and very affectionate Burt. This sweet boy found himself at a high kill shelter through no fault...

Kukura

This sweet girl is Kukura. She is approx 4 years old and around 47lbs. She is the sweetest girl ever...

Simon

If we had a trophy for good boys to give out, Simon would get one! Simon is approx 6 years...

Bella lab

Bella is approx 1.5 years old. She is great with other dogs. She is a joy to be around and...

Dublin

This is Dublin and with the luck of the Irish, he has been given another opportunity at finding his forever...

Clover

Clover is one of our pretty girls who unfortunately was going to be euthanized for space at the shelter. She...

Comet & Cody (bonded)

Mini horses or giant babies? Your guess is as good as ours with Cody and Comet. Yes they are bonded...

Chango

You’re looking for an older and wiser dog, you’re looking for Chango. Chango is approx 10 years old. He prefers...

Melvin

Have you always wanted to foster but don’t know where to start? Start with Melvin! He desperately needs a foster....

Jackson

Jackson is one of our rescues from the streets of Mexico (thank you tour friends at Crossing Guardians for ensuring...

Mooshu

Imagine being taken to the shelter and being immediately placed on the euthanasia list becuase he “may” try to bite!...

Cameron

Meet Cameron, I am new to the rescue and they are still getting to know me. So far they know...

Boogs

Meet Maggie, also known as Boogs! This adorable girl is approx 1.5 years old and weighs about 15 lbs. Her...

Roo

Roo is a 2.5 year old, 13lb Chihuahua mix who is on the hunt for a forever home. Roo was...

Archie

This is our laid-back senior boy, Archie. Archie came to our rescue friends in Mexico very sick (see last photo)...

Elise

Elise aka Ellie is approximately 8-9 years old and weighs around 50 lbs. Her journey began on the streets of...

Bob

Bob can’t quite decide whether he’s “ear-resistible” or “ear-mazing” and we don’t blame him. Bob is one of our rescues...

Rio

Meet Rio, living proof that life’s bumps and bruises only add to the plot! After a tough experience (Rio experienced...

Snoop

This cutie is Snoop. Snoop was found roaming the streets of Compton, after he was dumped. He is approx 40lbs...

Cairo

This cutie is Cairo. Rescued from living on the streets of Armenia, he’s finally found himself at the best chance...

Yale

This cutie is Yale. He is an approx 2 year old, 13lb Spaniel mix. This poor guy was found as...

Marty McFly

Never a dull day with Marty Mcfly! He’s an approx 10-11 mos old Shepherd mix and just a happy-go-lucky boy....

Laddie

Laddie is a young, male dog with lots of love to give! He's friendly, affectionate, loyal, gentle, playful, and athletic,...

Akuma

You’ll be sure to turn heads with Akuma! He’s a 6 year old beautiful black Shepherd and just an absolute...

Gonzo

At 9 years young is this sweet thing, Gonzo. He’s a fun sized dog (around 27 lbs) and has the...

Macallan

With the sweetest eyes comes the sweetest boy, Macallan. At only 1yrs old, this boy was found wandering the streets...

Hailey Courtesy Post

Meet Hailey! This sweet girl was sadly dumped at a park with her leash and food bowls, waiting for someone...

Finn

This cutie with the underbite is Finn. Finn is an 8 year old Pug mix and is just a big...

Leilani

Leilani is an approx 1 year old 55lb Shepherd mix. She is great with other dogs and very friendly with...

Rummy

Meet Rummy, he’s a 18 month old adorable mutt and just around 40lbs. He is a gem to have in...

Blue Courtesy Post

Blue has a very sad story. He was originally abandoned with another dog (honey on our website) by his owners....

Honey Courtesy Post

Hi! My name is Honey and I definitely live up to my name. My foster mom says she calls me...

Gabbi - STOLEN

6/28/25 update: Gabbi has been stolen by a foster we thought we could trust with her care …for everyone who...

Winter

Meet Winter, a 1.5 year old 50lb Husky mix. He arrived as a stray however when his chip was traced...

Kaia

Kaia is a young 40lb German Shepherd. She came from Central Valley, CA after her owners used her to breed...

Petey

Petey is an adorable 4-year-old Miniature Pinscher/Chihuahua mix weighing just under 14 pounds, and he’s ready to find his forever...

Martin

Meet the sweetest boy Martin. He’s an approx 1.5 yr old 30-35lb Sheltie/shepherd mix Left out in dumping grounds with...

Foxy

Foxy is just about a year old and weighs about 42 pounds. She’s got a one-of-kind look with a stellar...

Pippa

Pippa is an approx 2 year old, 17lb girl. She is one of the sweetest dogs and enjoys playing with...

Jacks

My name is Jacks and I was dumped at a shelter in Rancho Cucamonga. I am around 2 years old...

Big Boy Courtesy Post

This handsome boy is Big Boy. Don’t be intimidated by his size as he’s the biggest teddy bear ever. He’s...

Dodger

Meet Dodger He’s a happy-go-lucky 1.5 year old chihuahua mix and currently around 10lbs. Dodger came from a dark past...

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