Do you want to add a new member to your family and make a positive impact on the world at the same time? Consider adopting a pet from a local shelter. Despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many pets are still looking for their forever homes and shelters still working to fulfill adoptions and place pets with families.
There are thousands of dogs, cats and other animals of all ages and sizes without a home in California — and many of them are located in your area. For those looking to adopt, a great place to start your search for an adorable new family member is at 4 The Love Of Dogs, where Frida the dog is waiting patiently, or another local animal shelter. If you aren’t sure if you have time to take care of a pet year round, many shelters also offer opportunities to foster pets until they are placed in appropriate homes.
Need some help in your search? Patch and Petfinder have you covered. We put together a list each week of all the pets recently put up for adoption in your area. If you’re a dog person, you might like Toby, a Terrier up for adoption. Or if cats are more your thing, there are several great cats available, too. Click on any listing for more information, or to start the adoption process.
Editor’s note: This list was automatically generated using data compiled by Petfinder. Please report any errors or other feedback to content@patch.com.
Name: Toby
Species: Dog
Location: 4 The Love Of Dogs, OCEANSIDE, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Terrier
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: “He’s smart boy pls any question call me or text me at 760)8145470” Learn more
Name: Lola
Species: Dog
Location: 4 The Love Of Dogs, OCEANSIDE, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Mixed Breed
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: “She’s very sweet pls any information call me or text me at 760)814-5470” Learn more
Name: Frida
Species: Dog
Location: 4 The Love Of Dogs, OCEANSIDE, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Female, Schnauzer
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: “She’s very sweet girl pls any question call me or text me at 760)814-5470” Learn more
Name: Milu
Species: Dog
Location: 4 The Love Of Dogs, OCEANSIDE, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Terrier
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: “He’s very happy boy if you want any information pls call me at 760)814/5470” Learn more
Name: Lili
Species: Dog
Location: 4 The Love Of Dogs, OCEANSIDE, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Terrier
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: “She’s so sweet…. any more information call me or text me at 760)814-5470” Learn more
Name: Orion
Species: Cat
Location: Sunrise Rescue, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Kids and cats
Description: “Orion is a friendly young kitten around 6 months old. We rescued him with several other kittens his age, and…” Learn more
Name: Vane
Species: Dog
Location: 4 The Love Of Dogs, OCEANSIDE, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Chihuahua
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: “She’s very sweet girl pls any question call me or text me at 760)814-5470” Learn more
Name: Howdie & Irie
Species: Cat
Location: Sunrise Rescue, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Calico Domestic Short Hair Mix
Good With: Kids and cats
Description: “Howdie & Irie are a super friendly father/daughter duo! Howdie (orange) is 2 years old & his daughter Irie (calico)…” Learn more
Name: Marley & Salem
Species: Cat
Location: Sunrise Rescue, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Kids and cats
Description: “Marley (orange) & Salem (black tuxedo) are super sweet bonded 1 year old brothers! They are both extremely affectionate little…” Learn more
Name: Knudsen
Species: Cat
Location: Spot Saving Pets One At A Time, P.O. Box 388, San Luis Rey, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Nebelung
Description: “Knudsen is an adorable 3 month old female kitten. Her personality is gentle and a little bit shy. Knudsen loves…” Learn more
Name: Dilly
Species: Cat
Location: Spot Saving Pets One At A Time, P.O. Box 388, San Luis Rey, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Siamese
Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
Description: “Our Silly Dilly Girl is a 12 week old Lynx Point Siamese kitten. She is as sweet as she is…” Learn more
Name: Gerkin
Species: Cat
Location: Spot Saving Pets One At A Time, P.O. Box 388, San Luis Rey, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Tabby
Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
Description: “LAP NEEDED!. Handsome, 12 week old Brown Tabby and White male, looking for the perfect lap for long term relationship….” Learn more
Name: INK SPOT
Species: Dog
Location: Spot Saving Pets One At A Time, P.O. Box 388, San Luis Rey, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Small, Female, Chihuahua
Good With: Dogs and cats
Description: “AVAILABLE FOR A LOVING FAMILY!! Look into those big soulful eyes! Ink Spot loves you already; and she hasn’t even…” Learn more
Name: Rhea
Species: Rat
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Rat
Description: “Animal ID #712518 How this pet arrived: Rhea was brought in by her previous owner on January 8, 2021.Why this…” Learn more
Name: Charcoal
Species: Rat
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Rat
Description: “Animal ID #712526 How this pet arrived: Charcoal was brought in by his previous owner on January 8, 2021.Why this…” Learn more
Name: Runty
Species: Rat
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Rat
Description: “Animal ID #712522 How this pet arrived: Runty was brought in by his previous owner on January 8, 2021.Why this…” Learn more
Name: Snowflake
Species: Rat
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Rat
Description: “Animal ID #712519 How this pet arrived: Snowflake was brought in by her previous owner on January 8, 2021.Why this…” Learn more
Name: Elf
Species: Rat
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Rat
Description: “Animal ID #712520 How this pet arrived: Elf was brought in by her previous owner on January 8, 2021.Why this…” Learn more
Name: Cherry
Species: Cat
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Animal ID #709939How this pet arrived: Cherry #709939 and Stella #709938 were brought in by their previous owner on January…” Learn more
Name: Alfalfa
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Guinea Pig
Description: “Animal ID #712631 How this pet arrived: Alfalfa was brought in by his previous owner on January 10, 2020 with…” Learn more
Name: Barbra Haystand
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Guinea Pig
Description: “Animal ID #712636 How this pet arrived: Barbra Haystand was brought in by her previous owner on January 10, 2020…” Learn more
Name: Jersey
Species: Cat
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Animal ID #712028 How this pet arrived: Jersey was brought in by his pervious owner on January 7, 2021. Why…” Learn more
Name: Edda
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Guinea Pig
Description: “Animal ID #712635 How this pet arrived: Edda was brought in by her previous owner on January 10, 2020 with…” Learn more
Name: Puff Daddy
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Guinea Pig
Description: “Animal ID #712632 How this pet arrived: Puff Daddy was brought in by his previous owner on January 10, 2020…” Learn more
Name: Stella
Species: Cat
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Animal ID #709938How this pet arrived: Stella #709938 and Cherry #709939 were brought in by their previous owner on January…” Learn more
Name: Schaffa
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Guinea Pig
Description: “Animal ID #712598 How this pet arrived: Schaffa was brought in by his previous owner on January 9, 2020. Why…” Learn more
Name: Tootie
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Guinea Pig
Description: “Animal ID #684970 How this pet arrived: Muldune #687654 and Tootie #684970 were brought in by their previous owner on…” Learn more
Name: Gracie
Species: Cat
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Animal ID #705207 How this pet arrived: Gracie was brought in by her previous owner on November 17, 2020. Why…” Learn more
Name: Pearla
Species: Cat
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “#712032Age: 6 years Weight: 12 pounds How this pet arrived:This pet was brought in by a Good Samaritan on January…” Learn more
Name: Mugi
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Guinea Pig
Description: “Animal ID #712078 How this pet arrived: Mugi was brought in by his previous owner on January 5, 2021. Why…” Learn more
Name: Remy
Species: Rat
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Rat
Description: “Animal ID #712399 How this pet arrived: Remy was brought in by his previous owner on January 7, 2021.Why this…” Learn more
Name: Kate
Species: Cat
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “#712320Age: 11 yearsWeight:6 lbs How this pet arrived: This pet was brought in by their previous owner on January 9,…” Learn more
Name: Luna
Species: Rabbit
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Holland Lop
Description: “Animal ID #710576 How this pet arrived: Luna was brought in by her previous owner on December 23, 2020.Why this…” Learn more
Name: Muldune
Species: Guinea Pig
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Guinea Pig
Description: “Animal ID #687654 How this pet arrived: Muldune #687654 and Tootie #684970 were brought in by their previous owner on…” Learn more
Name: Planeta
Species: Hamster
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Hamster
Description: “#704638How this pet arrived:This pet was born at SDHS after the mother was brought in. Why this pet is the…” Learn more
Name: Bailey
Species: Cat
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Animal ID #709936How this pet arrived: Bailey #709936 and Toby #709937 were brought in by their previous owner on January…” Learn more
Name: Toby
Species: Cat
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Animal ID #709937How this pet arrived: Toby #709937 and Bailey #709936 were brought in by their previous owner on January…” Learn more
Name: Jovie
Species: Cat
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “#705170Age: 6 monthsWeight: 5.5# How this pet arrived:This pet was rescued by the Humane Law Enforcement Team. At SDHS:This pet…” Learn more
Name: Dracula
Species: Hamster
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Hamster
Description: “#699835 How this pet arrived:This pet was born at SDHS after the mother was brought in. Why this pet is…” Learn more
Name: Ghost
Species: Hamster
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Hamster
Description: “#699833 How this pet arrived:This pet was born at SDHS after the mother was brought in. Why this pet is…” Learn more
Name: Jaquar
Species: Cat
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Cats And Small Animals, 572 Airport Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “#709780 How this pet arrived: Jaquar was brought in by her previous owner on December 22, 2020, with several other…” Learn more
Name: Murphy
Species: Dog
Location: Last Chance At Life All Breed Rescue, 655 Benet Rd., Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Labrador Retriever Australian Shepherd Mix
Good With: Dogs
Description: “Murphy is a great dog. He plays wonderfully with other dogs, especially with 1-2 dogs at a time, adjusting his…” Learn more
Name: Luna
Species: Dog
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Dogs, 2905 San Luis Rey Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Female, German Shepherd Dog
Description: “#709985Age: 9 yearsWeight: 84 lbs How this pet arrived: This pet was brought in by their previous owner on December…” Learn more
Name: Aria
Species: Dog
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Dogs, 2905 San Luis Rey Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Belgian Shepherd / Sheepdog
Description: “#623508Age: 2 yearsWeight: 70 lbs How this pet arrived: This pet was brought in by their previous owner on January…” Learn more
Name: Fyre
Species: Dog
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Dogs, 2905 San Luis Rey Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Pit Bull Terrier
Description: “#706694Age: 7 MonthsWeight: 38 lbs How this pet arrived:This pet was brought in by a Good Samaritan on December 4,…” Learn more
Name: Whizzer
Species: Dog
Location: San Diego Humane Society Oceanside Campus For Dogs, 2905 San Luis Rey Road, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Pit Bull Terrier
Description: “#710657Age: 4 yearsWeight: 56 lbs How this pet arrived: This pet was brought in by their previous owner on December…” Learn more
Name: Franky
Species: Dog
Location: Imps Internet Miniature Pinscher Service Inc Southern Ca Nv Region, Oceanside, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Miniature Pinscher
Good With: Dogs
Description: “1 yr old black & rust male, neutered, docked tail and uncropped ears. 12″, 11.5 lb. Fully vetted. Rescued from…” Learn more
Name: Maleficent
Species: Snake
Location: Small Breed Rescue Of Southern California, Vista, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Female, Ball Python
Description: “Hi! My name is Maleficent! I was brought into the shelter as emergency boarding and then transferred to rescue to…” Learn more
Name: May
Species: Cat
Location: Hearts For Paws Rescue, Vista, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Manx
Good With: Kids and cats
Description: “May is a loving mama Manx cat (she has no tail) with so much love to share. She is estimated…” Learn more
Name: Wednesday
Species: Cat
Location: Hearts For Paws Rescue, Vista, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Manx
Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
Description: “Wednesday is a loving 9 week old Manx kitten (she has no tail) with so much love to share. She…” Learn more
Name: Titus 2761
Species: Cat
Location: Love Your Feral Felines, PO box 1333, Bonsall, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Titus is a perfect cat. He is very chill and relaxed, but when it is playtime, he loves to go…” Learn more
Name: Gretchen 2679
Species: Cat
Location: Love Your Feral Felines, PO box 1333, Bonsall, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Gretchen takes a minute to warm up to you, but it doesn’t take long for her to win over your…” Learn more
Name: Regina 2677
Species: Cat
Location: Love Your Feral Felines, PO box 1333, Bonsall, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Regina loves to explore! She is always looking for new adventures. She is beyond sweet and loves to play! Primary…” Learn more
Name: Aaron 2676
Species: Cat
Location: Love Your Feral Felines, PO box 1333, Bonsall, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Aaron was the smallest out of the bunch. He quickly outgrew his sisters. He has such a sweet and playful…” Learn more
Name: Karen 2678
Species: Cat
Location: Love Your Feral Felines, PO box 1333, Bonsall, CA
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: “Karen is an amazing cuddle buddy! She loves to play, but always comes back to your lap for a nap!…” Learn more
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