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Puppies and dogs in Fairfax, California

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Fairfax, 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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Baloo

American Pit Bull Terrier Boxer

Male, puppy
San Rafael, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
We adopted our sweetheart of a Pit Bull puppy, Baloo, from a litter posted on Craigslist when he was 2 months old in December. Baloo was supposed to be a small lab mix, but turned into a big ol' Pitty. He and our other pup Butterscotch have been best friends since he came home, but now he is too big (already 60 lbs at 10 monnths) and too energetic for us to keep him. As he has entered his adolescence phase Baloo has developed stranger anxiety and we are working with behavior trainers to curb this behavior/fear as quickly as possible. Unfortunately he now plays too roughly with his elderly sis- she tries to hold her own but as she continues to age she will not be able to. He has attended Petco and Marin Humane puppy training series classes, is smart and easily trainable (with treats of course!) and is SUCH an adorable cuddle-bug. He follows my husband and me around the house- he loves to be around his "people." We love him SO much and want to find him a wonderful new home soon.

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Theo

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

Male, adult , Special Needs
San Rafael, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Theo is an energetic loving dog that loves water and playing! If you have a yard he will be entertained! He doesn’t do well with other dogs but tolerates and walks well when another dog is nearby. Looking for a home with open space yard and an active family to release his energy.

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April

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, adult
Novato, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
(Fostered at Happy Hound Oakland)My name is April! I'm a very shy girl! But very sweet with humans! And I love dogs that are the right match for me! I'm currently at Happy Hound Doggie daycare going through training and everyone says I'm doing amazing! I have some fear and working on my confidence! I need an experienced and patient person! Someone who can continue with my training! I love to lay on your lap, go on walks, but certain people do give me fear so I hope to continue growing and being more comfortable! I play in playgroups with dogs and I am pretty vocal when I play! Hope you ask for me! I'm about 60lbs, came to Oakland shelter as a stray and Happy Hound has been fostering me for 7 months. I'm ready for a couch and a home I can call my own. I am best in a home with no cats! I've never met them so unsure how I would react. Happy Hound will continue to help with her training. Primary Color: Red Secondary Color: White Age: 4yrs 0mths 2wks

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Mia

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, adult
Novato, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Mia has been in our care for a little over a month and has spent most of that time in our San Quentin Pen Pals program where she is in foster and being trained by an inmate/handler. Mia has learned many great skills at San Quentin with her handler. She walks politely on leash, knows sit, down, wait, leave-it and more. Mia is learning to sit when she meets new people, which can be pretty hard for a social Bully Breed dog. Mia LOVES fetch so you will always have a way to burn off her energy, just find a couple of toys she likes and she will fetch each one in turn. Mia doesn't seem terribly interested in other dogs, she is much more focused on her handler, training and fetch. Mia's tail is always wagging and her mouth is always smiling! She is a really good natured dog that can't wait to warm up a spot on the couch and enjoy a night of binge watching your favorite series, and she won't judge you for your guilty viewing pleasures. Primary Color: Lilac Weight: 66.5 Age: 6yrs 2mths 2wks

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Maka

Labrador Retriever Pit Bull Terrier

Male, adult
Novato, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet me at the mobile adoption event on Saturday, September 23rd at Woodlands Pet Store San Rafael from 12-3pm (unless adopted before 3pm).(From my foster home in the East Bay)Hi! My name is Maka. I'm a great boy looking for a new home! I am very obedient and calm. I'm really dog social, great with people, and love to please. I already know how to sit, stay, and lay down. I go to the bathroom in the outside yard, but I prefer to do my business when on a walk.I do not jump up when it's time to eat, but instead wait patiently until I'm told to eat. I do not hoard food and am a slow eater. While I do have my favorite foods, I will eat anything. I do protect the home and I will let you know when strangers arrive but will relax when you tell me it's ok.Some of my favorite things to do are going for walks and lying in the sun. My foster sometimes works in the backyard, and I just hang out next to him. The transition from having a family to being a foster is a little tough and sometimes I just want to cuddle, but with a good home I know I will be ok.If you're looking for a family oriented, loving, and loyal dog I am right here. Primary Color: Black Weight: 73 Age: 7yrs 7mths 0wks

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Trixie

Pit Bull Terrier Labrador Retriever

Female, adult
Novato, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Trixie came to us from Maui. She was in the shelter before the fires started so we know she doesn't have a family searching for her. It's lucky for us, as Trixie is one easy lady! She's a mellow gal who's never met a stranger. All humans are her favorite people. Well, we suppose humans with treats might be her all-time favorite people. But humans without treats are cool, too. At this point in time, Trizie is pretty obsessed with food. Based on what we've seen, we're hopeful that will fade with time, a steady, consistent meal schedule, and a strong relationship with her new family. Trixie mostly ignores other dogs. She's the epitome of chill. ***ADOPTION FEE PAID*** Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Weight: 65 Age: 4yrs 1mths 0wks

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Dog shelters and rescues in Fairfax, California

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Fairfax, California. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

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PVCA San Francisco CA

San Francisco, CA 94960

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Lytle Animal Care & Control - CA transport

Ross, CA 94957

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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San Francisco Samoyed Rescue

PO Box 4251, San Rafael, CA 94913

Pet Types: dogs

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Second Chance Rescue

P.O. Box 2958, San Rafael, CA 94912

Pet Types: dogs

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All Creatures Animal Caring Society

P O Box 3664, San Rafael, CA 94912

Pet Types: dogs

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Mini-Mutts Rescue

Corte Madera, CA 94925

Pet Types: dogs

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Marin Humane

171 Bel Marin Keys Blvd., Novato, CA 94949

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

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TheDogShack.org

P.O box 701, marin county, CA 94933

Pet Types: dogs

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Dynamic Duo Dog Rescue - Mill Valley

605 Northern Ave, Mill Valley, CA 94941

Pet Types: dogs

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Just Doodles and Friends in SF

www.justdoodlesandfriends.org, NOVATO, CA 94947

Pet Types: dogs

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Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier Akbash Akita Alaskan Klee Kai Alaskan Malamute American Bulldog American Cocker Spaniel American Eskimo Dog American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Anatolian Shepherd Aussiedoodle Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Terrier Basenji Basset Hound Beagle Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Laekenois Belgian Malinois Belgian Shepherd Belgian Tervuren Bernedoodle Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Black Mouth Cur Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy Bluetick Coonhound Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Boykin Spaniel Briard Brittany Brussels Griffon Bull Terrier Bullmastiff
Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd
English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog
German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky
Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo
Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen
Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever
Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi
Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund
Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla
Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless
Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier