California Animal Shelters
584 Shelters
Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority
3370 Thomas Rd
Santa Clara, CA 95054
Located in Santa Clara County
spcaLA South Bay Pet Adoption Center
12910 Yukon Ave
Hawthorne, CA 90250
Located in Los Angeles County
Carson Animal Shelter
216 W Victoria St
Gardena, CA 90248
Located in Los Angeles County
Shelter Organization
spcaLA P.D. Pitchford Companion Animal Village & Education Center
7700 East Spring Street
Long Beach, CA 90815
Located in Los Angeles County
Golden State Humane Society
555 E Artesia Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90805
Located in Los Angeles County
Long Beach Animal Care Services
7700 E Spring St
Long Beach, CA 90815
Located in Los Angeles County
Second Chance Cat Rescue
1436 Walnut St
Alameda, CA 94501
Located in Alameda County
Rescue Organization
Beagles & Buddies Dog Rescue
23430 US Highway 18
Apple Valley, CA 92307
Located in San Bernardino County
Rescue Organization
Apple Valley Animal Shelter
22131 Powhatan Rd
Apple Valley, CA 92308
Located in San Bernardino County
Shelter Organization
Northern California Border Collie Rescue & Adoptions
1431 Merry Knoll Road
Auburn, CA 95603
Located in Placer County
Rescue Organization
Animal Shelters in California
View all California animal shelter and rescue organizations in your area. Adopt a pet in need of a permanent loving and caring home today. There are so many animals living in the 584 shelters, rescues, and foster homes in California. Find a furry new friend in California and give these dogs and cats the love and care they need.
What are the requirements for pet adoption in California?
Each shelter has its own application process for adopting a pet in California. Some require background checks and home checks to make sure the pet is suitable for its adopted family.
What types of pet are typically available for adoption in California?
Most shelters and rescues in California have dogs and cats for adoption. The breeds and ages can vary as all sorts of dogs and cats need a loving home.
What are the costs associated with California pet adoption?
The cost can vary for adoption in California shelters. Most adoptions require an adoption fee and payment for the pets shots before you can take your new furry friend home.
How can I volunteer at a local California animal shelter?
California needs volunteers on a regular basis. Contact a local animal shelter in California directly by phone or email and ask if any volunteers are needed.
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