Other rescues/shelters
Living Free Animal Sanctuary
Mountain Center
Living Free Animal Sanctuary, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit located in Mountain Center, Riverside County, Inland Empire, is a renowned animal rescue organization and the home of War Horse Creek, a veteran transition assistance program.
Read moreLong Beach Animal Care
Long Beach
Long Beach Animal Care Services, located in Long Beach, Los Angeles County, Southern California, is dedicated to creating a safe environment for both people and animals.
Read moreMutt Match LA
Canyon Country
Mutt Match LA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation incorporated in 2009 by founder and director Sheilah Aragon. Thay are an all-breed, all ages rescue.
Read moreMutt Scouts
San Diego
Mutt Scouts, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dog rescue based in San Diego, San Diego County, Southern California, is a beacon of hope for homeless, abused, and abandoned dogs in the region.
Read moreOC Animal Care
Tustin
OC Animal Care in Tustin, CA, is an open-admission animal shelter dedicated to providing temporary shelter and medical care for "lost" owned or stray animals in Orange County.
Read moreOC Animal Care – Lost Dogs
Tustin
In Tustin, located in Orange County, Southern California, dog owners can turn to OC Animal Care – Lost Dogs for assistance in reuniting with their furry companions. Operating daily from 10 a.m.
Read moreOrange County Pit Bull Rescue
Garden Grove
Orange County Pit Bull Rescue (OCPBR) is a renowned non-profit organization in Garden Grove, Orange County, Southern California. Established in 2010 by founder Rebekah Yusko, OCPBR is dedicated to rescuing and advocating for Pit Bulls.
Read morePacific Pups Rescue
Los Angeles
Pacific Pups Rescue, a 501(c)3 Los Angeles-based rescue, is dedicated to aiding homeless dogs in need throughout Southern California.
Read morePasadena Humane Society
Pasadena
In Pasadena, Los Angeles County, Southern California, dog owners in Arcadia, Bradbury, Glendale, La Cañada Flintridge, Monrovia, Pasadena, San Marino, Sierra Madre, and South Pasadena can rely on the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA – Lost Dogs services.
Read morePasadena Humane Society & SPCA
Pasadena
Pasadena Humane is more than an animal shelter; we are a community-supported animal resource center providing compassion and care for all animals.
Read morePaws For Life K9 Rescue
Santa Monica
Paws For Life K9 Rescue (PFL) in Santa Monica, Los Angeles County, Southern California, is a renowned shelter that rescues dogs from city and county shelters.
Read morePaws4Thought Rescue
Bonita
PAWS4Thought Animal Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, all-breed animal rescue organization that rescues dogs from shelters when they are at risk of being euthanized, as well as abandoned, abused, and stray dogs in both the U.S.
Read morePerfect Pet Rescue
Los Angeles
Perfect Pet Rescue, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Los Angeles, is a haven for dog lovers seeking a furry companion in Southern California.
Read morePet Adoption Fund
Canoga Park
Founded in 1983 in California, Pet Adoption Fund (PAF) is a reputable dog and cat rescue organization in Canoga Park, CA. As an all-breed, private, nonprofit, no-kill shelter, PAF is dedicated to finding loving homes for pets in need.
Read morePet Orphans of Southern
Van Nuys
Pet Orphans of Southern California (POSC) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization based in Van Nuys, Los Angeles County, Southern California. Dedicated to companion animal welfare, POSC works tirelessly to combat overpopulation, abandonment, and the need for euthanasia.
Read morePet Rescue Solutions
South El Monte
Pet Rescue Solutions is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in South El Monte, Los Angeles County, Southern California.
Read morePug Rescue of San Diego County
San Diego
Pug Rescue of San Diego County (PRSDC) is an esteemed all-volunteer 501(c)(3) charity organization committed to the welfare of pugs in Southern California.
Read moreRancho Coastal Humane Society
Encinitas
Rancho Coastal Humane Society (RCHS) in Encinitas, San Diego County, Southern California, is a renowned animal rescue and shelter dedicated to saving the lives of abandoned companion animals.
Read moreRescue From the Hart
Van Nuys
Rescue From The Hart, a 501c3 Los Angeles dog rescue, is a beacon of hope for abandoned and abused animals in Van Nuys, Los Angeles County, Southern California.
Read moreRetrievers & Friends
Temecula
Retrievers and Friends of Southern California (RFSC) is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization that was formed to rescue and re-home golden and Labrador retrievers, providing an alternative to the animal shelter for owners who can no longer keep their dogs.
Read moreRUFF
Laguna Beach
RUFF (Rescuing Unwanted Furry Friends) is a compassionate non-profit organization based in Laguna Beach, Orange County, along the stunning California Coast. Established in 1988, RUFF is dedicated to providing financial assistance for veterinary care to pets and their owners in need.
Read moreSamoyed Rescue of Southern
Los Angeles
Samoyed Rescue of Southern California (SRSC) is an esteemed all-volunteer, non-profit organization established in 1989 to provide aid to Samoyed dogs in need.
Read moreSan animal services
Carlsbad
The County of San Diego Department of Animal Services' North Shelter in Carlsbad, Southern California, is a vital resource for dog owners in the area.
Read moreSan animal services
Bonita
The County of San Diego Department of Animal Services' South Shelter in Bonita, part of San Diego County in Southern California, offers a range of dog-friendly services for the community.
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