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Puppies and dogs in National City, California

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

Rambo

Pug

Male, Adult

San Diego, CA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.At 6 years young, Rambo is a wiggly, snorty bundle of joy wrapped in a squishy pug package. He’s a professional napper, expert cuddler, and part-time goofball with a full-time snore. This silly little guy gets along with everyone—dogs, kids, grown-ups, mail carriers, probably even squirrels (he hasn’t met one yet, but he’s optimistic). If you’re looking for a best friend who’s equal parts lovable lump and snuggle champion, Rambo's your dude. Warning: excessive tail wags and face licks guaranteed. Rambo's adoption fee includes vaccines, a microchip and neuter.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.October 12, 2025, 11:09 pm

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Maverick

Boxer Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult

San Diego, CA

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Meet Maverick, a 1.5 year old Boxer Mix from Rosarito who’s ready to find his forever home! With his soulful eyes and gentle nature, this sweet boy is sure to steal hearts wherever he goes. Maverick can be a bit timid at first, but once he feels safe, his warm and goofy personality begins to shine. He’s playful and energetic once he comes out of his shell — always ready for a game of fetch, a romp with a canine friend, or a good belly rub. Maverick would do best in a home with another friendly dog who can help him build confidence and show him that the world isn’t such a scary place. With a little patience, love, and encouragement, Maverick will blossom into a loyal, affectionate, and fun-loving companion. Maverick's adoption fee includes his neuter, vaccines, and microchip.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.October 31, 2025, 1:15 am

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Tacoma

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, Adult

San Diego, CA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Tacoma is a 2-year-old shepherd mix rescued from Baja, and she's ready to start her next big adventure—with you! Full of energy, love, and curiosity, Tacoma is a playful, friendly girl who thrives with an active lifestyle. She gets along well with other dogs and would do great in a home with older kids who can match her enthusiasm. Tacoma is still working on her manners and would benefit from ongoing training, but she’s smart, eager to learn, and full of potential. If you're an active family looking for a loyal, lively companion, Tacoma is your girl! Tacoma's adoption fee includes her spay, vaccines, and a microchip.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.October 14, 2025, 12:36 am

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Lindy

Labrador Retriever Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Adult

San Diego, CA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Rescue from Rosarito, Mexico, Lindy is a gentle-hearted girl with the softest, most velvety black fur you’ve ever felt— it’s like petting a cloud in a tuxedo. Her coat is so unique and luxurious, you won’t want to stop cuddling her (and she won’t mind one bit). Though she’s a little shy at first, all it takes is a few kind words and a gentle approach for Lindy to warm up and show her sweet, affectionate side. Her tail never stops wagging once she knows she’s safe. Lindy gets along wonderfully with other dogs and would do best in a calm home, dog-savvy kids would be OK. If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind companion with a heart of gold and fur you have to feel to believe, Lindy is ready to meet you. Her adoption fee includes her spay, vaccines, and a microchipVisit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.October 20, 2025, 12:47 am

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Toby

Labrador Retriever

Male, Young

San Diego, CA

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Meet Toby, a Labrador rescue from Rosarito with a heart as big as his soulful brown eyes. Life hasn’t always been easy for Toby—he came to us shy and uncertain, recovering from a tough battle with mange. But with time, care, and a lot of kind words, this sweet boy will blossom into a loyal companion who just wants to love and be loved. Once he feels safe, Toby’s playful side shines through. Ready for his next chapter, Toby is looking for his forever family—one that will give him the patience, warmth, and love he’s always deserved. Toby's adoption fee includes his neuter, vaccines, and a microchip.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.October 28, 2025, 12:20 am

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Shrimp

Carolina Dog Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, Young

San Diego, CA

Size

(when grown) -

Details

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

Story

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Don’t be fooled by the name—Shrimp is no tiny sidekick! She’s a 50lb goofball with a heart as big as her zoomies. Originally adopted as a puppy, this little wigglebutt was returned when her humans realized she needed more action than couch naps and the occasional stroll. Now about a year old, Shrimp is on the hunt for a fun-loving forever home where she can live her best life. She’s totally into other dogs (big or small—she doesn’t discriminate), adores older kiddos, and is fully housebroken. As for manners? Let’s just say... she’s working on it and needs your help to set boundries. Shrimp would love an adventurous family—hiking trails, beach days, or just a good old-fashioned run around the yard. If you’re active, silly, and ready to have a four-legged best friend who keeps you laughing, Shrimp might just be your soulmate. Shrimps adoption fee includes her spay, vaccines, and a microchip.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.December 8, 2025, 9:29 pm

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Dog shelters and rescues in National City, California

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Tijuana Paws and Whiskers Rescue

National City, CA 91950

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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Surviving Cruelty Animal Rescue

San Diego, CA 92113

Pet Types: dogs

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Woofs and Wags Dog Rescue

San Diego, CA 92102

Pet Types: dogs

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Loving Arms Animal Rescue and Adoption

P.O. Box 12135, Chula Vista, CA 91912

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Adopt a rescued dog

San diego, CA 92139

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Guardian Angels' Animal Haven, Inc.

San Diego, CA 92114

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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SIN FALTA RESCATES ROSARITO

342 Euclid ste 406-317, San Diego, CA 92114

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

PAWS of Coronado

1395 First Street, Coronado, CA 92118

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

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Pretty Horses Rescue

1033 B Ave., #101125, Coronado, CA 92118

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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PAWS4thought Animal Rescue

PO Box 1893, Bonita, CA 91908

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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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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