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Puppies and dogs in Dana Point, California

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Winston

Toy Poodle Shih Tzu

Female Puppy
Capistrano Beach, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
Story
Looks like a Maltese but Winston is a Shihpoo! Introducing Winston, Our Precious SHIBPOO! How could anyone resist this adorable face? ❤️ Winston is a 4-month-old Maltese boy who came to GreenDog Foundation after being surrendered from a difficult situation. Now this little sweetheart has a second chance at the wonderful life he deserves! Weighing just 6.8 lbs, Winston is slightly underweight, but he’s receiving plenty of love and TLC. He’s already been examined by our veterinarian and given his first puppy vaccinations, deworming, and flea treatment. Best of all, Winston has the sweetest personality! He’s incredibly affectionate, loving, and simply irresistible. ❤️ Winston is ready to find a family who will love and cherish him forever! Orange County or surrounding areas preferred. Interested in adopting Winston? www.greendogfoundation.com greendogfoundation@gmail.com 949-842-2517 Adoption donation fee includes all shots, rabies, flea and tick treatment, deworming, microchip, and neuter when old enough!October 11, 2026, 6:28 pm
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Princess

Dachshund Chihuahua

Female, Young
Capistrano Beach, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
Meet Princess! This beautiful little Hesperia Shelter survivor is ready for her happily ever after. Princess appears to be a long-haired Chihuahua/Dachshund-type mix, with the sweetest, gentlest personality. She can be a little shy when she first meets you, but once she feels safe, her loving and cuddly side starts to shine. She does well with other dogs and may actually benefit from having a friendly fur brother or sister to help build her confidence. Princess would thrive in a calmer home with someone who has plenty of time to spend with her—possibly someone who works from home or is home often. She’s not asking for much… just patience, love, and a safe place where she can blossom. Princess is fully vetted, including vaccines, deworming, flea/tick treatment and microchip, and her spay is being scheduled. This gentle little soul has already survived the shelter. Now she’s waiting for the best part of her story—a forever family of her own. ❤️ Could Princess be your girl? Princess is 10.5 lbs and about a year old    For more information contact: 949-842-2517 To apply for adoption: https://greendogfoundation.org/application-for-adoption/October 11, 2026, 6:28 pm
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Mama Ginger

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Adult
Capistrano Beach, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Ginger — It’s Finally Her Turn. Ginger came to Green Dog Foundation from the San Bernardino Shelter when she was full-term pregnant and scheduled to be spayed, which would have ended her pregnancy. We were able to get her safely out of the shelter, and shortly afterward, Ginger gave birth to six beautiful, healthy puppies. She was an absolutely wonderful mama. Her babies thrived under her loving care, and now that most of them have gone on to their forever homes, it’s finally Ginger’s turn. ❤️ And whoever adopts this girl is going to be very lucky. Ginger is truly a sweetheart. She loves people, loves other dogs, and seems to approach just about everything with her gentle, easygoing personality. She is housebroken, leash trained, great in the car and loves nothing more than cuddling up next to you in bed. She is generally quiet, but she still enjoys playing and has a wonderful time romping with the younger dogs here at the ranch. She’ll give you a bark when someone is outside, but otherwise she’s a pretty quiet little girl. And perhaps one of the nicest things we can say about Ginger: she is just EASY. She isn't destructive, she isn't troublesome, and she isn't looking for ways to get herself into mischief. She simply wants to be loved and to belong to someone. After raising six puppies and watching them begin their new lives, this sweet mama deserves a family of her very own. We know she will give someone many years of devoted love and companionship. Spayed Microchipped Up to date on vaccinations Housebroken Leash trained Good in the car Great with other dogs Professional cuddler ❤️ Ginger's adoption fee is $450. To submit an adoption application, visit Green Dog Foundation . For more information, call Krissy at (949) 456-7032 or email greendogfoundation@gmail.com. Her babies got their happy endings. Now it’s Mama Ginger’s turn. ❤️October 11, 2026, 6:28 pm
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Pancakes

Pug Beagle

Female, Puppy
Capistrano Beach, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
Story
OMG… meet Pancakes! This darling little 5 lb Puggle girl is an absolute lovebug! Sweet, cuddly, affectionate and always ready to soak up some attention. ❤️ Pancakes has that same wonderful personality as her sisters — playful and silly when it’s time for fun, but happiest curled up close to her people. She’s turning 8 weeks old  Sept 30th and is ready to find her furever family! Her adoption includes vaccines & boosters, microchip, rabies vaccine when age appropriate, and spay. greendogfoundation@gmail.com 949-842-2517 Apply to adopt Pancakes here: https://greendogfoundation.org/application-for-adoption/  October 11, 2026, 6:28 pm
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Oliver

Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, Adult
Capistrano Beach, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Oliver This sweet boy was rescued on the very day he was scheduled to be euthanized—simply for being fearful. When Oliver first came out of the shelter, he was terrified and completely shut down… and very dirty. But everything changed with one simple act of kindness. After a much-needed bath, something clicked—Oliver bonded deeply with his rescuer, and from that moment on, he began to trust again. It was like watching a whole new dog emerge. Today, Oliver is: Gentle, kind, and affectionate Friendly with people Good with other dogs Walking nicely on leash Eager to bond and be close to his person Oliver forms deep, loyal connections—he will be incredibly devoted to his person and thrives in a loving, stable home where he can feel safe. He is: ✔ Neutered ✔ Microchipped ✔ Up to date on vaccines We believe Oliver is a mix of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Papillon, and Spitz , giving him both beauty and a soft, sensitive nature. Oliver is truly a special boy who just needed someone to believe in him. In the right home, he will absolutely blossom and become an amazing companion. Ready to meet Oliver? 949-456-7032 greendogfoundation@gmail.com Apply at: www.greendogfoundation.com    October 11, 2026, 6:28 pm
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Tilia

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Puppy
Capistrano Beach, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Tilia's mom Ginger ended up at the San Bernardino Shelter VERY pregnant, scared and depressed.  Even though she was "full term," they set her to be spayed and her puppies aborted, but we were able to rescue her just before this happened.  A week later, she gave birth to 6 healthy and adorable puppies.  These puppies are social and loving and come from a home filled with love.  At 8 weeks of age, they will have had their initial dewormings, their first vaccination and microchip.  Tilia is unique in that she currently has one blue eye and one green eye! Puppies are adopted out with a 'foster to adopt' contract and when they are deemed old enough to be spayed or neutered by a GreenDog Foundation Vet, the contract is complete and the adoption is finalized. The adoption fee is $600 which covers their series of vaccinations including Rabies, microchipping and spaying or neutering.  All of these services must be provided by one of GreenDog Foundation's Vets.   To fill out an application for adoption, please go to www.greendogfoundation.org or if you'd like more information on the puppies, please email greendogfoundation@gmail.com or to visit, please contact Krissy at (949) 456-7032October 11, 2026, 6:28 pm

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Dog shelters and rescues in Dana Point, California

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A Ticket To Happiness Rescue

16 Truman St, Irvine, CA 92629

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GreenDog Foundation

PO Box 2473, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624

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Promise 4 Paws, Inc.

31878 Del Obispo Street, #118-379, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

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Doggie Bonez, Inc 501c3 Non Profit

San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

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Heer to Rescue, Inc.

PO Box 1001, Wildomar, CA 92673

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German Shepherd Safe Haven

Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

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Southern California Chow Chow Rescue Network

Laguna Niguel, CA, CA 92677

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Alura Always & Forever Pekingese Rescue

LOS ANGELES, SO ORANGE COUNTY, Foster home locations, SO CALIF, CA 92672

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Coastal Animal Services Authority

221 Avenida Fabricante, San Clemente, CA 92672

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Pet Project Foundation

Voted "Best Place to Adopt a Pet", 221 Avenida Fabricante, San Clemente, CA 92672

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

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