Adopt

Puppies and dogs in Placerville, California

Looking for a puppy or dog in Placerville, California? Adopt a Pet can help you find a new best friend near you.

A pair of dogs

Adopt a dog in Placerville, California

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Placerville, 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 Mario's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Mario

Mario

Husky

Male, Young
Diamond Springs, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Mario was my Father-In-Law's dog. He unfortunately passed away and Mario is now looking for a forever home. Friendly. Loves cats and dogs. Loves long runs. Hates Doves and Squirrels. Great with Kids.
We'll also keep you updated on CHINA's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of CHINA

CHINA

Great Pyrenees Akbash

Female, Adult
Diamond Springs, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
KACHINA (China) This sweet girl is an Akbash/Great Pyrenees mix. She was born in 2020, making her 5 years. She originally came from a cattle ranch in Nevada, but was reported to have been isolated from the pack of LGDs that they had. In 2022 she found a new home with a family in Somerset, where she was the perfect dog. She roamed freely on 2 acres with 4â&#194&#128&#194&#153 fencing. She was in with ducks, goats, sheep and cats, she was fine with all these farm animals. She also was great with this family's young child. About 4 months after getting her this family moved to Georgetown to a non-fenced 5-acre lot within a housing community with very close neighbors. She began to roam constantly. They built a 4â&#194&#128&#194&#153 then a 6â&#194&#128&#194&#153 fence, but she jumped these fences daily. They tried an electric collar with no success. The family then began to have to tie her up on a long line, but did not feel that was fair so they gave her to an older couple who had much more land that was fenced. She has a history of aggression with female dogs but has been known to play very well with male dogs, if they are not fed together or near each other. Kachina has resource guarding tendencies that make it necessary for her to eat separated from other dogs (preferably where she can't see them while sheâ&#194&#128&#194&#153s eating.) She has a great appetite and loves her kibble mixed with goat milk and a few sardines (packed in water with no salt) Kachina loves people and everyone who meets her loves her too. She is very good with children, walks perfectly on a leash and travels beautifully in a car. She is very relaxed and content when outside with livestock day and night. She would most likely thrive in a home as a solo LGD on large acreage with very secure fencingJune 28, 2025, 6:57 pm
We'll also keep you updated on DAHLIA's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of DAHLIA

DAHLIA

Cane Corso Belgian Malinois

Female, Young
Diamond Springs, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
It's not too late to grow flowers in your garden!Dahlia sister of Zinnia, is a super sweet and playful girl who loves attention and affection. She needs a new start at life and would love being in a home that shows her that people are supportive, kind, and loving. Dahlia is a very nice girl and would make a wonderful pet for many different structured homes. Dahlia previously lived in a home with 4 cats. She has not met very many children and was unsure of them when she did. Please come to the shelter to meet her and ask for a meet and greet with Dahlia!July 9, 2025, 4:48 pm
We'll also keep you updated on ATHENA's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of ATHENA

ATHENA

Catahoula Leopard Dog Weimaraner

Female, Young
Diamond Springs, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
July 15, 2025, 8:04 pm
We'll also keep you updated on PENNY's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of PENNY

PENNY

Australian Cattle Dog Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Diamond Springs, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
March 8, 2025, 5:30 pm
We'll also keep you updated on ASHLEY's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of ASHLEY

ASHLEY

German Shepherd Dog Great Pyrenees

Female, Adult
Diamond Springs, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Mary Kate and Ashley â&#194&#128&#194&#147 a dynamic duo looking for a fresh start.These two bonded sisters have been at the shelter since December, and weâ&#194&#128&#194&#153re really hoping someone will finally take a chance on them.Mary Kate (brown) and Ashley (cream) are sweet, playful, and full of potentialâ&#194&#128&#194&#148but they donâ&#194&#128&#194&#153t always show well at meet-and-greets. It takes a little time for their true personalities to shine, but once they feel safe, youâ&#194&#128&#194&#153ll see just how special they are. They adore each other, and their bond gives them comfort and confidence as they navigate the world together.Theyâ&#194&#128&#194&#153re also volunteer favoritesâ&#194&#128&#194&#148everyone who spends time with them falls in love with their goofy charm and loving personalities. Whether theyâ&#194&#128&#194&#153re adopted together or separately, theyâ&#194&#128&#194&#153re ready to go. If Mary Kate is adopted on her own, she would do best in a home with a friendly, confident mentor dog to help her continue building confidence.All they need is someone to see past the shelter nerves and offer them the love and patience theyâ&#194&#128&#194&#153ve been waiting so long for.DNA results:32% German Shepherd28% Great Pyrenees4% Maremma Sheepdog2% Border Collie2% Australian Cattle Dog16% Anatolian Shepherd Dog3% Akbash Dog2% Azawakh6% Siberian husky3% Labrador Retriever2% RottweilerCome meet them at the shelter!Weâ&#194&#128&#194&#153re open for adoptions Monday through Saturday from 10 AM to noon and 1â&#194&#128&#194&#1474 PM. The shelter is located at 6435 Capitol Ave., Diamond Springs. For more information, give us a call at 530-621-5795.May 22, 2025, 9:00 pm

Search for a puppy or dog

Use the search tool below to browse adoptable puppies and adult dogs in Placerville, California.

Puppies and dogs in nearby cities

Dog shelters and rescues in Placerville, California

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Sunny Dog Rescue

Placerville, CA 95667

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Shelter

Mountain House Animal Rescue and Sanctuary

Placerville, CA 95667

Pet Types: cats, dogs

More an arrow icon

Shelter

El Dorado County Animal Services - WEST SLOPE (was Placerville, now Diamond Springs)

6435 Capitol Avenue, Diamond Springs, CA 95619

Pet Types: cats, dogs

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Helping Out Little Dogs Pet Rescue, Inc.

Cameron Park, CA 95682

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Rescue

El Dorado County German Shepherd Rescue

5820 Marybelle Lane, Shingle Springs, CA 95682

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Rescue

NorCal Cocker Rescue

3450 Palmer Drive #4-261, Cameron Park, CA 95682

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Kimie's Kritters Pet Rescue

P.O. Box 231, Rescue, CA 95672

Pet Types: cats, dogs

More an arrow icon

Rescue

For A Stray Inc.

Geogetown, CA 95634

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Great Pyrenees Rescue of Northern California

PO Box 574, Georgetown, CA 95634

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Hartsong Ranch Animal Sanctuary

3900 Blue Heron Way, Greenwood, CA 95635

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses

More an arrow icon

Looking for a specific shelter or rescue?

For a comprehensive list of all shelters and rescues, try our search page. We have more than 17,000 organizations in our database with furry pals waiting for a new home!

Image of dog

Looking for a specific breed?

Select from the options below to view adoptable puppies and dogs in Placerville, California and nearby cities.

Popular dog breeds

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