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Boxer puppies and dogs in Santa Barbara, California

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These Boxers are available in Santa Barbara, California.
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CLARENCE

Boxer

Male, 1 yr 8 mos
Goleta, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Clarence is 72 lbs of pure LOVE.Meet Clarence — a 1-year-old Boxer dreamboat who is ready to be someone’s whole world.He’s great on leash and calm in his kennel or play area. He has some friends he hangs out with here, like Luna. He’s also a day trip favorite who gets a lot of positive attention! But what Clarence really wants? You.He’ll lean his sweet red self against your legs and gaze up into your eyes while you pet him. Volunteers say it best: “he just melts into you.” And trust us… it only takes one walk to fall head over heels.He’s playful, gentle, and has that steady, family-dog energy. Though Clarence is always a gentleman and well mannered, when it’s time to head back to his kennel after a walk, he softly resists. He looks up at you with those big brown eyes that seem to say, “Please don’t put me back. I just want to stay with you.”Clarence is breaking our hearts — but he doesn’t have to. He just needs someone to choose him.He needs a home with no cats or small animals.Come meet Clarence at our Goleta shelter on Overpass Rd. You`ll see what we all see.
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CHYLA

Bullmastiff Boxer

Female, 5 yrs 1 mo
Goleta, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Through no fault of her own, Chyla is at the shelter now.A beautiful pit mix, she is a wiggly, playful dog who has many dog friends here. She needs a minute to warm up to people but loves to meet other dogs. She is starting to trust more and her handlers are expanding.

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CLARENCE

Boxer

Male, 1 yr 8 mos
Goleta, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Clarence is 72 lbs of pure LOVE.Meet Clarence — a 1-year-old Boxer dreamboat who is ready to be someone’s whole world.He’s great on leash and calm in his kennel or play area. He has some friends he hangs out with here, like Luna. He’s also a day trip favorite who gets a lot of positive attention! But what Clarence really wants? You.He’ll lean his sweet red self against your legs and gaze up into your eyes while you pet him. Volunteers say it best: “he just melts into you.” And trust us… it only takes one walk to fall head over heels.He’s playful, gentle, and has that steady, family-dog energy. Though Clarence is always a gentleman and well mannered, when it’s time to head back to his kennel after a walk, he softly resists. He looks up at you with those big brown eyes that seem to say, “Please don’t put me back. I just want to stay with you.”Clarence is breaking our hearts — but he doesn’t have to. He just needs someone to choose him.He needs a home with no cats or small animals.Come meet Clarence at our Goleta shelter on Overpass Rd. You`ll see what we all see.
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RILEY

Boxer Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 3 yrs 6 mos
Ventura, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
MEET RILEY, a 3-1/2-year-old Boxer-Shepherd mix in need of a foster or forever home! Riley was rescued in the nick of time from a crowded California shelter where he was pretty terrified... He sat in the back of the kennel and looked at people as they walked by. Riley is doing so much better, but he still gets scared in new situations, so needs a patient and loving foster or adopter. He has done fine with other dogs so far, and can be tested again. He weighs about 50-55 lbs. He is currently in California but can be transported to Colorado. Please email for an application.
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Poppy

Boxer

Female, 1 yr 7 mos
Ojai, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hi, I’m Poppy! I’m a super friendly girl who loves meeting new people and making new friends wherever I go. I’ve got a happy, playful personality and am always ready for my next adventure. One of my favorite things is splashing around in the kiddie pool, so if your idea of a perfect day includes the beach, a lake, or anywhere with water, I just might be your perfect sidekick! I also have a dog friend here at the shelter and love having a playful buddy to romp around with. If you’re looking for a fun-loving companion who’s always up for an adventure, loves making friends, and is ready to bring lots of smiles into your life, I’d love to meet you.
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Sadie

Boxer Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young
Ventura, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Breed: Boxer / Pit Bull X DOB: 6/2022 Gender: female Altered: yes Coat: medium Size: medium Color(s): brown / white Description:Hi, I'm Sadie, a very active Boxer / Pit Bull X in need of a new home as I don't always get along with the cats in the home.I am very well-mannered and friendly with people. I am fearful of loud noises and therefore would do best in a quiet home. I need daily exercise and I'd make a great running partner as I love to run. I also enjoy playing ball and frisbee. I'm house and crate trained and have had formal training and know basic commands such as 'Come' and 'Sit'. 'Stay' is a work in progress.I am not good with small dogs and it's unknown if I'm good with large dogs. I do well with older children but I've not been around younger kids.If you're an active individual or family and are looking for a furry friend, please fill out an online application to meet me.March 7, 2026, 5:35 pm
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Amber

Boxer

Female, Senior
Ventura, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Available to foster or adopt!Breed: Boxer X DOB: 9/2017 Gender: female Altered: yes Coat: short Size: large Color(s): tan/white (white paws, blk muzzle) Description: ***Needs a Foster Home*** This dog is in need of a foster home as well as a permanent home. If you are interested in fostering please fill out an online foster application. Hi, I'm Amber, a very sweet Boxer X who was abandoned at CARL's Pet Care Center by another rescue who has been boarding me there. What I did to deserve this I'll never know. I was turned into the Riverside shelter by my ex-owners. When I thought my time was up, I was rescued or so I thought. I was grateful to be out of the shelter and had high hopes of finding my true forever home. Sadly I've been waiting since December 2024 with no sign of anyone finding me a forever home. The rescue who pulled me abandoned me without paying their boarding fees. Hard to believe that a supposed rescue would do that to another rescue who relies heavily on this income. Sadly it's not the first time that has happened to CARL. Thankfully CARL was able to take ownership of me under the California Abandoned Animal Act. I'm finally able to go on walks and interact with the CARL volunteers. The kennel manager said I'm good with strangers, but I have not really been socialized with other dogs yet. I was in a play group session and I was stiff but seemed interested in playing. They think I just need more experience interacting with dogs in that type of setting. Volunteers who have walked me say I'm a great walker who is not dog reactive. If you have a fur-baby in the home already, please bring him/her along so we can do a meet and greet. I did kill a skunk in my play yard once, so they think I probably would not be compatible with cats. I've been on a treadmill and I really enjoyed that.    I also enjoy a good belly rub.   I know basic commands including “paw” and I take treats nicely. If you're looking for a great gal to add to your family, please fill out an online application to meet me.  August 30, 2026, 8:43 pm
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Lola

Boxer

Female, Adult
Oxnard, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
I DO NOT WANT TO PUT HER IN A SHELTER AND MIGHT BE WITHOUT A HOME SOONLola was born in November of 2018 and I rescued her the following month. I taught her basic commands as well as few trick’s which she took to very quickly. With moving throughout the years she has always been super good with traveling and adapting to new environments. Lola grew up with dogs and cats throughout the years with no issues. In early 2025 Lola had an infected uterus and needed a full hysterectomy. The surgery went perfectly with no issues and so did her recovery. Lola is the sweetest, most loving girl. Unfortunately, as of recently I’ve come to a point where I can’t take care of Lola properly due to certain circumstances and she is such a good girl and deserves more than what I can provide, especially as she is getting older. I’m looking for someone who has a big heart for fur babies and can provide a calm environment and fully support her needs :)Please reach out to me If interested or have any questions!

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ANGEL

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 yrs 9 mos
Goleta, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Angel ??Spayed Female | Pit Bull | Toy Lover | Total Heartthrob Angel is one of the most beautiful pups you’ll ever lay eyes on—with her stunning face and radiant smile, she turns heads wherever she goes. But what really makes Angel shine is her sweet personality and pure love for people.This happy girl lives for playtime, especially if it involves a game of catch. Toys are her absolute favorite thing in the world—sometimes a little too favorite! Angel can get a bit overexcited during play and is still learning how to be gentle with hands and share her toys respectfully. She means no harm—just needs a little guidance and patience to be the polite playmate she’s meant to be.Despite her playful energy, Angel is, well… angelic. She’s loving, vibrant, and full of potential. She’s waiting for that one special person to see her for who she is—a loyal companion with a big heart and an even bigger smile.Come meet Angel today—your next best friend is just a tail wag away. ??
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LUNA

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 yrs 1 mo
Goleta, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Luna came to us after losing one owner and then being abandoned by another. She was slow to trust — sitting frozen in her kennel for days. But once she opened up, we saw exactly who she`d been hiding: a silly, joyful, zooming, snuggling girl who had just needed someone to wait for her.Luna does the best zoomies. She greets her favorite handlers like they`re the most important person who ever walked through a door. She loves meeting new people, and — something we honestly weren`t sure we`d ever say — she loves meeting new dogs too. When she first came to us, she was undersocialized and reactive, and we weren`t sure she could share space with other dogs at all. Now she`s out in the yard with dog friends every day. We`ve done a complete 180, and we think a canine companion could actually be key to her success in a home.Here`s what we want you to know going in: change is hard for Luna. It was hard when she arrived, and it will probably be hard again when she moves to a new home. She has struggled to settle in foster situations — not because anything is wrong with her, but because her nervous system needs time to catch up with her heart. She`ll need a patient, experienced adopter who can give her space to decompress, maybe a room or corner to call her own, and the grace to let her get there at her own pace. Her excitability is something she`s still working on, and a little training will go a long way.What she needs in return isn`t much. A leash walk — which she`s great on. A chew toy and someone to sit beside — her ideal afternoon. The occasional snuggle. She knows sit and shake, she`s working on crate training, and she has so much love to give once she knows it`s safe to give it.Luna is worth the effort. Anyone who`s watched her come this far already knows that.
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TEDDY

American Bulldog American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, 2 yrs 3 mos
Goleta, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
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Boxer shelters & rescues in Santa Barbara, California

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5.8 miles

Santa Barbara County Animal Services - Santa Barbara Shelter

5473 Overpass Road, Goleta, CA 93111

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Rescue

25.2 miles

Freedom Ride Rescue Inc. - Colorado Springs, CO Transport

26 S. Chestnut St., Ventura, CA 93001

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

25.5 miles

Humane Society of Ventura County

402 Bryant Street, Ojai, CA 93023

Pet Types: cats, dogs, horses

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Rescue

31.2 miles

Canine Adoption and Rescue League

P.O. Box 5022, Ventura, CA 93005

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

34.7 miles

Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society & Dog Adoption & Welfare Group

111 Commerce Drive, P.O. Box 335, Buellton, CA 93427

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

36.3 miles

Search Dog Foundation

Santa Paula, CA 93060

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

36.3 miles

Santa Paula Animal Rescue Center

705 E. Santa Barbara Street, Santa Paula, CA 93060

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Shelter

41.3 miles

Ventura County Animal Services

600 Aviation Drive, Camarillo, CA 93010

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Rescue

44.9 miles

Shadow's Fund

PO Box 1472, Lompoc, CA 93436

Pet Types: dogs, horses

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Shelter

49.6 miles

Santa Barbara County Animal Services - Santa Maria

548 W. Foster Road, Santa Maria, CA 93455

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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