SoCal adoption resources

San Diego County

Public shelters, humane societies, specialty rescues, and foster-based organizations serving communities throughout San Diego County.

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Adopted dog and cat at home in San Diego County

Bonita and South CountyCounty shelter

County Animal Services — South Shelter

Search animals available through San Diego County Animal Services' South Shelter.

View adoptable pets ↗Carlsbad and North CountyCounty shelter

County Animal Services — North Shelter

Search animals available through San Diego County Animal Services' North Shelter.

View adoptable pets ↗El CajonCat rescue

Friends of Cats

Visit an established no-kill cat sanctuary serving East County and families throughout the region.

View adoptable pets ↗Encinitas and North CountyHumane society

Rancho Coastal Humane Society

Explore adoption resources for dogs, cats, and rabbits at this longtime North County humane society.

View adoptable pets ↗EscondidoHumane society

San Diego Humane Society — Escondido Campus

Explore adoptable pets through the Humane Society campus serving inland North County.

View adoptable pets ↗OceansideHumane society

San Diego Humane Society — Oceanside Campus

Meet adoptable animals through the Humane Society campus serving Oceanside and North County communities.

View adoptable pets ↗RamonaRescue organization

Frosted Faces Foundation

Meet senior dogs and other older companion animals through a rescue dedicated to senior-pet care and adoption.

View adoptable pets ↗Rancho Santa FeRescue organization

Helen Woodward Animal Center

Meet adoptable dogs and cats through an established center focused on thoughtful, lasting matches.

View adoptable pets ↗San DiegoRabbit rescue

San Diego House Rabbit Society

Explore adoptable rabbits and specialized rabbit-adoption education and support.

View adoptable pets ↗San DiegoHumane society

San Diego Humane Society — San Diego Campus

Search dogs, cats, rabbits, and other companion animals cared for at the San Diego campus.

View adoptable pets ↗San Diego CountyRescue organization

Chihuahua Rescue of San Diego County

Meet Chihuahuas and other small-breed dogs cared for through local foster homes.

View adoptable pets ↗San Diego CountyRescue organization

Labs and More Rescue

Explore adoptable dogs and puppies through a large volunteer-run local rescue and foster network.

View adoptable pets ↗San Diego CountyRescue organization

Second Chance Dog Rescue

Connect with a foster-based nonprofit helping homeless dogs prepare for permanent families.

View adoptable pets ↗San Diego CountyRescue organization

The Animal Pad

Browse dogs and cats through a foster-powered, all-breed nonprofit rescue serving the San Diego community.

View adoptable pets ↗San Diego CountyCat rescue

The Rescue House

Meet adoptable cats through a volunteer-based rescue with foster homes and local adoption centers.

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Adoption availability, requirements, fees, policies, and animal information are determined by each individual organization. These links are provided as a community resource. Please confirm current information directly with the shelter or rescue organization.