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Puppies and dogs in Gilroy, California

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Gilroy, 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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SOKKA

Border Collie

Male, 2 yrs 3 mos
San Martin, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Sokka, AKA Cash, the Bundle of Joy with Wheels and Sass!?? Say hello to Sokka, a neutered male tan Border Collie mix with boundless energy and a heart full of love. At just 2 years old, Sokka has a zest for life that`s truly infectious. He`s been waiting for his forever home since May 31, 2022, and he`s ready to bring a whole lot of joy into your life! ??Name: Sokka, AKA CashAge: Approximately 2 years oldLocation: In a Foster HomeAvailable Since: May 31, 2022Sokka is not your average pup; he`s a special boy with a unique story and personality to match. Here`s why he`s the dog you`ve been dreaming of:?? Playful Spirit: Sokka is a ball of energy and loves to play. Whether it`s chasing a ball, wrestling with his foster brothers, or simply having a good ol` cuddle session, he`s always up for some fun.?? Adaptability: Sokka embraces life with a wheelchair, and it doesn`t slow him down one bit. He enjoys running and short walks in his wheelchair, proving that nothing can hold him back.??? Learning Enthusiast: Sokka is smart and is in the process of learning to ring a bell to go outside. He`s mostly potty trained and even wears a diaper when inside, just to be safe.?? Heartwarming Charm: Sokka`s sweet and sassy nature will steal your heart. He`ll teach you to appreciate the little things in life and fill your days with laughter.If you`re ready to meet Sokka and experience the joy he brings, visit the adoption center located at 12425 Monterey Rd in San Martin during open hours (12-6 pm weekdays, 12-5 pm weekends). No appointment is necessary, and there`s no pre-application process.Don`t miss the chance to welcome this incredible pup into your life. Sokka, AKA Cash, is waiting to become your loyal companion and show you the true meaning of resilience and love. ????

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PEANUT

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 5 yrs 8 mos
San Martin, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Peanut is a handsome little dog but spent the first few days in a corner just trembling with fear. He’s come out of his shell and is showing interest in the volunteer that has been visiting. He and his kennel mates survived a devastating car accident that left them without their owner and all initially quite traumatized, ending up here in the shelter. But they are doing better and behaving more friendly as evident by seeking some human interaction now! peanut has actually stopped trembling and greeted the volunteer with his tail wagging as you’ll see when you come visit him!Interested in meeting me? Please visit our adoption center located at 12425 Monterey Rd in San Martin anytime during open hours (12-6pm weekdays, 12-5 pm weekends). No appointment is necessary and there is no pre-application process.

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MELLO

American Bulldog

Male, 3 yrs 10 mos
San Martin, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
04/23/24 15:29Mello has been in foster care for some time. The foster home absolutely loves him but due to other dog in the home they are not able to keep Mello. He is a sweetheart that loves attention and to spend time sunbathing. He was original surrender to the shelter due to owner landlord not allowing pets. Per pervious home he had lived with other dogs and was a great dog.Interested in meeting me? Please visit our adoption center located at 12425 Monterey Rd in San Martin anytime during open hours (12-6pm weekdays, 12-5 pm weekends). No appointment is necessary and there is no pre-application process.

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HONEY

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 4 yrs 5 mos
San Martin, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
04/12/24 12:40Meet Honey, her foster home reports she loves to be indoors, car rides, play fetch and food motivated. She is housebroken and potty trained. A great dog all around, loves to be around people, gets lonely if left for more than 8 hours. She is loves to be with her companion outdoors, can you believe she took a road trip with her foster home to Alabama! She has met other dogs and can be a bit foward must be cause she an excited pup. Her foster home also did a DNA testing, wow!, Honey is 56% Belgian malinois, 23% great pyrenees, 19% GSD and 2% akbash dog. Interested in meeting me? Please visit our adoption center located at 12425 Monterey Rd in San Martin anytime during open hours (12-6pm weekdays, 12-5 pm weekends). No appointment is necessary and there is no pre-application process.

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RUDY

German Shepherd Dog Great Dane

Male, 1 yr 4 mos
San Martin, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Rudy walks great on leash and does well in playgroups (offers belly a ton) with other large dogs!He is loveable, charming and knows his basic commands.Rudy is hoping for a foster or forever home this new year.If you are interested in meeting Rudy stop by our hours of operation Mon-Fri 12pm-6pm, Sat-Sun 12pm-5pm, no appointment necessary.

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STEPHEN

Belgian Malinois

Male, 1 yr 10 mos
San Martin, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Stephen is a pretty typical Belgian Malinois in need of experienced handler/trainer who is looking to have fun times working this guy out! Not for a novice, but he`s affiliative, fetches, plays flirt pole games, and enjoys outdoor walks while not pulling too hard on leash. Rescue Groups Welcome as Stephen`s been here too long for his mental health.Video of assessment by Dog Trainer Matthew Daughters, Off Leash K9 Training Bay Area:https://youtu.be/o72Dn2tRCYE?si=Za1rtM-V39uWB8CFStephen is currently in training if you`re interested in meeting Stephen Please contact Lih at: lih13g@charter.net

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Dog shelters and rescues in Gilroy, California

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

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South County Tail Waggers

Gilroy, CA 95020

Pet Types: dogs

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Del Oro Foundation

Gilroy, CA 95020

Pet Types: cats, dogs, horses

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GEPDA

San Martin, CA 95046

Pet Types: dogs

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Santa Clara County Animal Shelter

12370 Murphy Ave., San Martin, CA 95046

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits

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All Animal Rescue & Friends

P.O. Box 941, San Martin, CA 95046

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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South Bay Purebred Rescue

PO Box 595, Morgan Hill, CA 95038

Pet Types: dogs

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City Lights Foundation

PO Box 2548, Morgan Hill, CA 95038

Pet Types: dogs

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FOSMAS

P.O. Box 71, Morgan Hill, CA 95038

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Woof Den Husky and Herding Rescue

P.O. Box 381, San Juan Bautista, CA 95045

Pet Types: dogs

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Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter - Watsonville

580 Airport Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076

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

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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
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