Lake Forest

Puppies and dogs in Lake Forest, California

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

Bonded Pair

ELLE

Shepherd (Unknown Type) Cattle Dog

Female, 9 mos

Trabuco Canyon, CA

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

Meet Elle and Will!! Elle & Will came from an unhoused woman who finally agreed to surrender them. They had such a sad start but that doesn’t mean we can’t turn it around. They’re adorable and loving, love to play and sleep & just all around incredible pups. Is anyone coming for Elle & Will? 🥺🤍 Shepherd/Cattle Dog mixes Elle (female) / Will (male) 10 weeks old They do seem bonded so we’d love to get them adopted out together!!! 🥺🥹🤍🤍🤍🤍 Adoption application on our website: Mcdonoughrescue.org under ‘Forms’ Or you can email: McDonoughrescue@gmail.com ✨💖✨💖✨

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Hendrix

German Shepherd Dog Mutt

Male, Adult

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter,

Story

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Capi

Chihuahua

Male, Senior

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Capi was saved from being euthanized 8/2026. His family was going to euthanize him for not wanting to eat and vomiting, without doing tests or treatments.I stepped in and said I would take him, treat him, and find him a home. Since bringing him home he has not vomited once, and was so hungry he tried to eat my other dog's food. Its pretty obvious his family just didnt want him anymore and rather euthanize him than to find him a home. While in my home, he has been a great guest, he gets along with my 2 other dogs and my toddler. Since he is 12 years old I do put a belly band on him just in case and I have noticed sometimes hes so deep asleep he wets his diaper but otherwise will hold it until we go outside.

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Genos

Husky Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Genos is a very handsome, friendly, silly, and energetic 6 year old husky and lab mix. He LOVES walks or playing at the dog park. He loves rubbing on you like a cat to show his love and likes to give lots of kisses. He will let you know if there is any dangers of fire trucks or ambulances near by. Unfortunately, I have no family or friends that would be able to care for him and I am moving out of state and will no longer be able to give Genos the life he deserves.

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Ziggy

Maltese

Male, Adult

Trabuco Canyon, CA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Ziggy is very sweet dog. He loves snuggling, small walks, playing with his toys, but mostly he loves his person. Ziggy needs someone who works from home or a family environment. He does have separation anxiety so he will bark when he is left alone too long. He is house trained, and he does not shed.

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Penny Lane

French Bulldog

Female, Puppy

Trabuco Canyon, CA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Penny is a 10-month-old French Bulldog who is spayed, healthy, up to date on all of her vaccinations, and completely potty, crate, and litter trained. She is a very loving, affectionate, playful, and energetic girl who absolutely loves her people. She especially enjoys playing fetch, running around, and getting lots of attention and cuddles. Penny came to us as a puppy and has been very loved and cared for. She can be a sweet, happy, and playful companion and has so much love to give. Penny does best when she has her person’s undivided attention. She can be protective of her people, especially when sitting on the couch, receiving attention, or when she has a toy, bone, or food. Because of this, she needs to be the only dog in her new home. She is looking for an experienced, loving family who understands her personality, will continue working with her, and will give her the structure, patience, and one-on-one attention she needs.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Lake Forest, California

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

The McDonough Rescue

21186 Prairie View Lane, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Dogs Doing Good Rescue

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Loving Grace Rescue

P.O. Box 80796, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Southland Collie Rescue - Orange County

Trabuco Canyon, CA 92678

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Mission Viejo Animal Services

28095 Hillcrest, Mission Viejo, CA 92692

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

Rescue

DREAM Animal Rescue

PO Box 2432, Mission Viejo, CA 92690

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

Rescue

New Beginnings for Animals

P.O. Box 2444, Mission Viejo, CA 92690

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Compassionate Animal Rescue for Medical Aid

27672 Crown Valley Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

The Pet Rescue Center

25800 Jeronimo Road, Suite 100, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

The Pet Adoption Center of Orange County

24331 Muirlands Blvd, Suites E & F, Lake Forest, CA 92630

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Labrador Retriever Chihuahua Maltese German Shepherd Dog Poodle (Miniature) Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier Shih Tzu Dachshund Husky Pomeranian Golden Retriever Pug Australian Shepherd Cocker Spaniel Boxer Border Collie English Bulldog Beagle Jack Russell Terrier

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

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

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