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Puppies and dogs in Lancaster, California

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Lancaster, California. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Bella's adoption status with email updates.
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Bella

Brussels Griffon

Female, 2 yrs 4 mos
Palmdale, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
PLEASE READ ENTIRE POST BEFORE INQUIRING AND PLEASE REFRAIN FROM REACHING OUT UNLESS YOU ARE READY TO COMMIT THESE ANIMALS DESERVE SOMEONE READY TO COMMIT TO THEM! Text or email for direct contact with rescuer located in Palmdale approved for same-day adoption (661)609-2186 memeco635@gmail.com Hello everyone, my name is Bella. Get the tissues ready because my story is a little tragic. I was homeless wandering the streets of Skid Row hoping to find a food drive where I could snag a couple treats from the vendors feeding the homeless when a homeless man’s German Shepherd attacked me out of nowhere! People were standing around yelling when a pitbull came and joined in on attacking me! After what felt like forever they were able to separate both dogs and pick me up but I was limp in shock, fearing I was already dead due to the amount of blood everywhere and my jaw barely hanging off my face I was rushed to an emergency vet who then transported me to Palmdale where I met my rescuer. My jaw was completely broken, and it had to be surgically reattached and wired shut, the person who transported me all the way to Palmdale wasn’t able to get the funds together to handle my surgery so my rescuer stepped in to help. They told her there was a very high chance that I wouldn’t survive the surgery and I would die on the table because I lost so much blood and I wasn’t responsive due to the shock and pain I was clearly in, but if they were determined to fight for me, I was determined to fight as well and I pulled through! I spent the next few weeks having a very difficult time, eating and drinking, and had to be fed with the syringe because I had tubes coming out of my neck and my jaw. My rescuer was determined to help me pull through, and after all the pain medication antibiotic‘s and vet visits I was cleared and I couldn’t stop smiling! I made a full recovery and my favorite thing to do now is follow my rescuer around her house and join in when she has a little dance breaks. I still get skittish around large dogs, but I’m very friendly and I haven’t shown Any signs of aggression because I do want to build bonds with other dogs, cats and children. I am very sweet however I am currently being called a Velcro dog because I want to be around people all the time. I am still on a soft food diet, even though my most severe injuries are healed, but I will have to be weaned into hard kibble overtime so for now I am enjoying wet food and shredded chicken with white rice with soft boiled veggies, and the occasional scrambled egg. My rescuer thinks it’s time for me to find a family of my own. I am very quiet and always wanting to cuddle. I would be a great addition to any family dynamic as I acclimate without issue. I have a very easy-going personality. I have no bad habits I just want love. I may have had a rough start, but I know my future involves a very loving family, a nice warm couch and a yard where I can play and soak in the sun. if you think I sound like the perfect match for your family please contact my rescuer with the information listed above my story to schedule a time to meet with me. I am approved for same-day adoption, and I guarantee you will fall in love with my smile. I really hope to find my forever family soon but until then I look forward to meeting you!
We'll also keep you updated on Gigi's adoption status with email updates.
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Gigi

French Bulldog

Female, 7 mos
Palmdale, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
PLEASE READ ENTIRE POST BEFORE INQUIRING AND PLEASE REFRAIN FROM REACHING OUT UNLESS YOU ARE READY TO COMMIT THESE ANIMALS DESERVE SOMEONE READY TO COMMIT TO THEM! Text or email for direct contact with rescuer located in Palmdale approved for same-day adoption (661)609-2186 memeco635@gmail.com Hello, my name is Gigi short for gorgeous girl! If you could describe me as one song, it would be fireball! I’m a black and white French bulldog that was rescued from Breeder turned Hoarder In Southern California, my Breeder Was reckless and allowed not only my mother, but my aunt and my grandmother to continuously get pregnant until They were overrun with dogs and could no longer feed us and care for us properly, sadly, I could’ve been next if it weren’t for my rescuer coming when she did. They did the right thing by reaching out to a rescue who is dedicated and determined to prioritize our health and rehabilitation above all else. She says I am one of the lucky ones. I didn’t allow the circumstances of my birth and upbringing to stop me from being a fun loving happy-go-lucky somewhat dorky puppy that I am today. I am so open and friendly with everyone I meet and everything about life excites me. If you’re looking for a couch potato I am not the one I love to go for anI am so open and friendly with everyone I meet and everything about life excites me if you’re looking for a couch potato I am not the one I love to go for walks. I love to explore I love car rides, especially if there’s a pup cup throughout that adventure! I am very smart and I’m very well behaved, but I’m always looking to play! I absolutely love children and I dream of having kids of my own to run and play with. I get along great with cats and I love other dogs both large and small. I’m hoping to find a forever home before Christmas a real home surrounded by love and care and compassion I have so much life left to live, and I want to live it with a family of my own. If you think you’re ready for the happiest Frenchie on the planet, please contact my rescuer and schedule a time to meet me. I am approved for same-day adoption because there is no way you can come and meet me and not immediately want to take me home! I promise to bring joy and laughter for many years to come if you choose to be my forever family…. so what are you waiting for!? contact today! I’m excited and looking forward to meeting you!
We'll also keep you updated on Cutie's adoption status with email updates.
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Cutie

French Bulldog

Female, 1 yr 5 mos
Palmdale, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
PLEASE READ ENTIRE POST BEFORE INQUIRING AND PLEASE REFRAIN FROM REACHING OUT UNLESS YOU ARE READY TO COMMIT THESE ANIMALS DESERVE SOMEONE READY TO COMMIT TO THEM! Text or email for direct contact with rescuer located in Palmdale approved for same-day adoption (661)609-2186 memeco635@gmail.com Hello, my name is Cutie (Obviously, because I’m so cute!) I’m a black mask fawn French bulldog that was rescued from Breeder turned Hoarder In Southern California, my Breeder Was reckless and allowed not only my mother, but my aunt and my grandmother to continuously get pregnant until They were overrun with dogs and could no longer feed us and care for us properly. They did the right thing by reaching out to a rescue who is dedicated and determined to prioritize our health and rehabilitation above all else. I have attitude and sass and the confidence to make a lion step back! I will do anything for a pup cup (I’ve been to Starbucks enough to smell it before we pull up to the drive through!) I easily make friends with new dogs and dog friendly cats I do love children and have recently been socialized with children as young as eight months old I love playing outside and going for walks and car rides. I’m not your typical Frenchie because I’m very active, short walks don’t leave me exhausted for the rest of the day. I’m a lean mean playful machine and I’m hoping to find my forever home before Christmas that is my only Christmas wish. if you think you can make that wish come true please contact my rescuer with the information listed above my story to schedule an adoption meeting. I am approved for same-day adoption so if you meet me and fall in love (as I know you will) you can take me home same day! I’m so excited I can barely contain myself! I’m looking forward to meeting you!
We'll also keep you updated on Baby Nugget's adoption status with email updates.
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Baby Nugget

French Bulldog

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Palmdale, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
PLEASE READ ENTIRE POST BEFORE INQUIRING AND PLEASE REFRAIN FROM REACHING OUT UNLESS YOU ARE READY TO COMMIT THESE ANIMALS DESERVE SOMEONE READY TO COMMIT TO THEM! Text or email for direct contact with rescuer located in Palmdale approved for same-day adoption (661)609-2186 memeco635@gmail.com Hello, my name is Baby Nugget I’m a black brindle French bulldog that was rescued from Breeder turned Hoarder In Southern California, my Breeder Was reckless and allowed not only my mother, but my aunt and my grandmother to continuously get pregnant until They were overrun with dogs and could no longer feed us and care for us properly. They did the right thing by reaching out to a rescue who is dedicated and determined to prioritize our health and rehabilitation above all else but it was clear to my rescuer that I was extremely scared of people due to extreme lack of interaction and possible abuse. I crave love and affection but I freeze and cower when people approach me quickly or are too excited around me I just wanna hide. Despite my lack of trust with people I’ll never bite or nip just submit and I love meeting new animals dogs and cats are awesome and I love to play and cuddle with them I like kids because they are less intimidating than adults but with time and love I can open up and begin to trust. I am potty trained crate trained 100% healthy. I enjoy car rides but I get nervous walking on a leash is the only place I’ve ever gone before coming to the rescue was the backyard so I still need time to learn how to be a dog but I’m hoping to find my forever home before Christmas And I pray the family that chooses me is patient and loving and kind. If you think you can Open your hearts to a formally broken, four legged furry baby that almost gave up on everything please contact my rescuer with the information listed above my story to schedule an adoption meeting. I am approved for same-day adoption so if you meet me and fall in love, you can take me home same day! I’m looking forward to meeting you!
We'll also keep you updated on Lovely's adoption status with email updates.
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Lovely

French Bulldog

Female, 2 yrs
Palmdale, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
PLEASE READ ENTIRE POST BEFORE INQUIRING AND PLEASE REFRAIN FROM REACHING OUT UNLESS YOU ARE READY TO COMMIT THESE ANIMALS DESERVE SOMEONE READY TO COMMIT TO THEM! Text or email for direct contact with rescuer located in Palmdale approved for same-day adoption (661)609-2186 memeco635@gmail.com Hello, my name is Lovely im a fawn French bulldog that was rescued from Breeder turned Hoarder In Southern California, my Breeder Was reckless and allowed myself and my mother to continuously get pregnant until They were overrun with dogs and could no longer feed us and care for us properly. They did the right thing by reaching out to a rescue who is dedicated and determined to prioritize our health and rehabilitation above all else it’s unknown how many litters I was forced to have before I got rescued because my Previous Owner wouldn’t disclose that information, but it was clear that I was mistreated because I was skittish with a slight fear of new people. It takes me a while to open up and get to know them. I’m always afraid they’re going to hurt me since coming to the rescue, I have learned not all human contact is painful but I was one that was forced to live outside 24/7 and when there was no food, I had to resort to going after chickens just so I could eat, especially while I was pregnant I love playing outside and going for walks and car rides because I did have to fend for myself I do have prey drive when it comes to chickens and small animals I’m a very sweet girl if you give me a chanceI’m hoping to find my forever home before Christmas if you think you can make that wish come true please contact my rescuer with the information listed above my story to schedule an adoption meeting. I am approved for same-day adoption! I’m looking forward to meeting you!
We'll also keep you updated on TRUMAN's adoption status with email updates.
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TRUMAN

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Palmdale, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
He is only 11 months old. Good with kids and adults very friendly. Vaccinated and neutered. Date Vaccinated: May 15, 2025. Vaccination Expiration: May 15, 2028

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Antelope Valley Dalmatian Rescue

P.O.Box 5861, Lancaster, CA 93539

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Bugsy's Buddies Foundation

42103 50th Street West #3274, Los Angeles, CA 93586

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Pulling For Paws (Buster's Barn)

829 W Palmdale Blvd, 176, Palmdale, CA 93551

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Miracle Dog Rescue & Exotics

Palmdale, CA 93551

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Halfway to Home

Palmdale, CA 93550

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Los Angeles County: Palmdale

38550 Sierra Highway, Palmdale, CA 93550

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Victoria’s angels

Palmdale, CA 93550

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Leo's Pet Assistance Fund

4654-B E. Avenue S, PMB #251, Palmdale, CA 93552

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Desert Dames Dog Search and Rescue

Palmdale, CA 93552

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Secondhand Animals

PO Box 1993, Rosamond, CA 93560

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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