Other rescues/shelters
Second Chance Cocker Spaniel
Twain Harte
Second Chance Cocker Spaniel Rescue, Inc. is a 501(c)3 California corporation dedicated to rescuing and rehoming cocker spaniels in need across the state.
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West Sacramento
ShepHeroes is a non-profit animal rescue organization based in West Sacramento, Yolo County, in the Central Valley.
Read moreSierra Nevada German Shepherd
Shingle Springs
Sierra Nevada German Shepherd Rescue, located in Shingle Springs, El Dorado County, is a haven for dogs in need throughout Northern California shelters.
Read moreTown of Truckee
Truckee
Town of Truckee is a lost dog resource in Truckee in California’s Lake Tahoe.
Read moreTuolumne County Animal Control
Jamestown
Tuolumne County Animal Control serves as a vital resource in Jamestown, Tuolumne County, within the picturesque Gold Country region. Committed to upholding public safety and animal welfare, they enforce local and state animal control and humane laws.
Read moreYolo County Animal Services
Woodland
Yolo County Animal Services, located in Woodland, Yolo County, in the Central Valley, offers a comprehensive range of services for lost dogs in the area.
Read moreYolo County SPCA
Davis
The Yolo County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (YCSCPA) in Davis, Yolo County, has been a beacon of hope for animals since its founding in 1974.
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