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Puppies and dogs in Arcata, California

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Arcata, California. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
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EDEN

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 11 mos
McKinleyville, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
EDENIs friendly, curious and wants to explore but is still learning about the world. She`s food motivated and already has a fantastic `sit`. She`s cuddly and would just love to be someone`s lap dog. Miss Eden currently weighs in at 34lbs with growing to do.If you`re interested in meeting Eden, please visit https://humboldtgov.org/2658/Animal-Shelter and fill out an application to be pre-approved to make an appointment.
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ROOSTER

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
McKinleyville, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
ROOSTERIs a very enthusiastic and energetic boy who would benefit from a good training class along with physical and mental exercise. He knows sit, down and left paw (not the right one yet). Silly boy. Food motivated, but not so much for toys yet. He is good at listening to direction and eager to learn. He`s an excitable greeter with other dogs and people. Mr Rooster currently weighs in at 63lbs.If you`re interested in meeting Rooster, please visit https://humboldtgov.org/2658/Animal-Shelter and fill out an application to be pre-approved to make an appointment.
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LITTLEFOOT

Doberman Pinscher

Female, 6 yrs 1 mo
McKinleyville, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
LITTLEFOOTIs a really sweet girl who`s looking for a stable forever home. She was born with a small defect, hence her name `Littlefoot` which doesn`t make her suitable for long hikes. She`d like a less active lifestyle where she can be your new best friend and companion. She is all about giving love to her people and is friendly with other dogs. Miss Littlefoot currently weighs in at 78lbs and is working on dropping a few pounds.If you`re interested in meeting Littlefoot, please visit https://humboldtgov.org/2658/Animal-Shelter and fill out an application to be pre-approved to make an appointment.
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INDY

Border Collie

Female, 11 yrs 5 mos
McKinleyville, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
INDYIs a calm and petite mature Border Collie lady who weighs in at just 29lbs. She prefers a calmer home life where she can be someone`s constant companion. She is currently in a foster home where she lounges on the couch and sleeps on the bed with her foster parents (lucky girl). Just like her, she`d flourish in a home with mature persons who prefer a quieter lifestyle. She does enjoy her walks and a little bit of short tosses with her ball. She is potty trained and sleeps through the night. Since she comes from a lifestyle where she was with her person 24/7, a home where her people are either retired or work from home would be ideal. She is an absolute loving doll. Someone will be very lucky to have her in their family.If you`re interested in meeting Indy, please visit https://humboldtgov.org/2658/Animal-Shelter and fill out an application to be pre-approved to make an appointment.
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Emma

Chihuahua

Female, Senior
McKinleyville, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Emma is a very sweet little 11 year old cutie, about 13 pounds. Emma has always struggled with anxiety and needs to be in a quiet home with no small children or other pets. She is potty trained and mostly enjoys snoozing and cuddling on the couch or sunbathing in the yard. She would do best with a retired person or someone who works from home, as I’ve worked from home for the past six years, so that is now what she’s used to. Emma is microchipped, healthy and up to date on all vaccines. She takes monthly flea and heartworm preventative. Her rehoming fee is $100. I want to find her a loving and safe new home.
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THOR

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 3 yrs
McKinleyville, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
THORIs an outgoing, affectionate and playful boy who loves to play ball. He even has a nice `sit` until you toss the ball. Seems to be interested in playing with other like-minded dogs and walked pretty decent on the leash. He`s food motivated which will come in handy as you continue his training. Thor really enjoys taking in all the wonderful smells while in the play yard and on his daily walks. Young Thor came in already neutered, so his adoption fee will be less. He currently weighs in at 59lbs.If you`re interested in meeting Thor, please visit https://humboldtgov.org/2658/Animal-Shelter and fill out an application to be pre-approved to make an appointment.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Arcata, California

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Companion Animal Foundation

88 Sunny Brae Center, Arcata, CA 95521

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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Humboldt County Animal Shelter

980 Lycoming Rd, McKinleyville, CA 95519

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

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Redwood Pals Rescue

P.O. Box 2913, McKinleyville, CA 95519

Pet Types: dogs

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Humboldt Animal Rescue Team (HART)

8 W 6th street, Eureka, CA 95501

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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DAR - Humboldt

Eureka, CA 95501

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Sequoia Humane Society

6073 Loma Ave, Eureka, CA 95503

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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