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Puppies and dogs in Orange, California

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Orange, 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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Marshall

Cattle Dog German Shepherd Dog

Male, 2 yrs
Orange, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Marshall ❤️ If you’re looking for a dog who is equal parts adventure buddy, fetch champion, and professional cuddlebug, Marshall is your guy! This incredibly sweet 2-year-old boy has a smile that lights up the room and a personality to match. He has excellent leash manners, loves exploring new places, playing fetch, and is always ready to say, “What are we doing next?” 🚗🐾 But don’t let his adventurous side fool you—Marshall is also perfectly happy curling up next to his person on the couch for some serious cuddle time. He loves everyone he meets and is happiest when he’s included in what his people are doing. Marshall does great with friendly dogs his size. Because of his play style, we’re looking for a home without cats or tiny dogs. He’s smart, loving, fun, and ready to be someone’s best friend, adventure partner, and couch companion for life. ❤️ Marshall has been waiting patiently for his forever family. Could that be you? 🐾
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Jade

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 3 yrs
Orange, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Jade loves everyone she meets! ❤️ She’s wonderful with people of all ages and absolutely LOVES kids. She enjoys long walks, car rides, and is always ready for a fun game of fetch. But her favorite thing of all? Belly rubs and simply hanging out with her people. Jade gets along well with other dog-friendly dogs, but she loves being the center of attention, so we think she’d be happiest as your one-and-only pup. She’s crate trained, sweet, loving, and truly just an all-around great girl. 🐾💗 Jade is ready to find her forever family—and she has so much love to give!
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Marinara

English Bulldog

Female, 8 yrs
Santa Ana, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Marinara is a special girl that needs a very special home. She came into rescue with another Bulldog and for the most part happy to share spaces with other dogs and sometimes not as willing to share. We feel that given time and supervision in a good match of a home, that she will fully bloom into a happiest dog as either an only pet or with a submissive second dog. Marinara is funny, clever, easy going and learning to play with toys - we are not up to sharing yet.
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Razzie

English Bulldog French Bulldog

Female, 3 yrs
Santa Ana, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Razzie is quite the shy pup and will take some time to feel safe and comfortable with her new humans (someone must have been unkind in her past life). She loves and plays with other dogs. Razzie does wear a diaper, but don’t let that scare you! Once you get in the routine of feeding time and changing time it’s really no big deal. She’s very unique and will absolutely melt your heart.
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Lucy

English Bulldog

Female, 5 yrs
Santa Ana, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
🐾 Lucy’s Story — Ready for Her Fresh Start\ Lucy was surrendered by her owner after spending a long time in a home where she wasn’t truly cared for. When she arrived at rescue, she had significant skin issues and allergies that had gone untreated. With proper veterinary care, consistency, and comfort, Lucy has healed beautifully and is finally showing her true personality. Lucy is a confident, “alpha‑female” type of Bulldog. She would do well as an only pet, or she could live with a very passive male dog who respects her space and energy. She’s affectionate, people‑oriented, and enjoys being part of a calm, structured home. Lucy gets overly excited around children — she isn’t quite sure what to make of “the little people” and tends to bark at them out of confusion, not aggression. Because of this, she should not be placed in a home with small children or small individuals until she has had slow, positive exposure and understands that everything is safe and predictable.
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Zeus

English Bulldog

Male, 7 yrs
Santa Ana, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Zeus! Zeus is a part of our Shade Paws program. He is looking for a special adopter who can maintain his medical needs. Zeus has Protein-losing enteropathy (PLE). He needs to stay on his prescription diet (Hills I/d Low Fat), daily Prednisolone and Tylan, and a few supplements. It took a long time for us to figure out the magic combination for him, so it is important that these things are followed. Now that the most important stuff it out of the way.. Zeus is a wonderful boy! He is potty trained and crate trained. He gets along with dogs, cats and kids. He can do stairs and loves to go for walks. He loves toys so much that he will steal them from any other dog. So, if you have another dog, it would be helpful if they didn't care about his toy hoarding. Please only apply to adopt if you can agree to maintain his health regimen.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Orange, California

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Spoiled Rotten Ranch

Orange, CA 92869

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses

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Southern California Bulldog Rescue (English Bulldogs)

PO Box 10313, Santa Ana, CA 92711

Pet Types: dogs

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Cell Dogs, Inc.

PO Box 23148, Santa Ana, CA 92711

Pet Types: dogs

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Outlaw Dogs Rescue

Santa Ana, CA 92705

Pet Types: dogs

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The Itty Bitty Wrinkle Committee

Santa ana, CA 92705

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Little Bow Wow Rescue

P.O. Box 7065, Orange, CA 92863

Pet Types: dogs

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Tiramisu Dog Rescue - L.A. Chapter

orange, CA 92866

Pet Types: dogs

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Wagging Dog Rescue - Orange County

Orange, CA 92856

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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OC Animal Care

1630 Victory Road, Tustin, CA 92782

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

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No Stray Left Behind

Tustin, CA 92782

Pet Types: dogs

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