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Puppies and dogs in Poway, California

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

Charlie

Border Collie

Male, Adult

Poway, CA

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Charlie’s owner passed away and needed someone to take him in. My daughter and her husband took Charlie in, thinking it would be temporary. They fell in love with Charlie as he is well mannered and a calm dog. He was nervous about walks at first, but with practice, he now goes on walks. They have a 1 year old little boy now, and looking forward to baby number 2. They both work full time, and feel guilty they don’t give Charlie the attention he deserves. They would love Charlie to find someone who can give him that attention. He’s great with kids.

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Ruger

Labradoodle

Male, Adult

Poway, CA

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Ruger has been in our family since he was roughly 8 weeks old. Great dog and rather ‘low maintenance’… enjoys people and the occasional slice of cardboard!! We are moving out of state and unable to have him relocate with us. We would be happy to continue his Banfield health plan for the new owner as well. Thank you for considering to adopt Ruger!

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Bear

Labradoodle Doberman Pinscher

Male, Adult

Poway, CA

Size

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

Details

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

Story

We got Bear on October 2023. He was rehomed. We have given him lots of love and attention. My husband passed away recently and I am moving. Bear is very gentle. My 80 year old aunt who has been afraid of dogs is not afraid of Bear. This breaks my heart to rehome him, but he deserves a home with a yard and good people to love him like I do.

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Romeo

Labrador Retriever

Male, 6 yrs 1 mo

San Diego, CA

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Romeo was found as a stray, he was timid and didn't trust anyone at first. He was taken to the vet and since then was transferred to a foster home. Now he is a friendly and sweet boy; he is active but not hyperactive, loves to socialize and play with other dogs. He is currently 38 pounds and is approximately 5 yrs old.. Romeo is loving, he likes male and female humans, including kids. He sleeps in a crate with the door open. He is obedient, and alerts his family when he hears strange noises outside the house. He rides very well in the car and is used to being in a crate while commuting. He is on a potty schedule, and waits for his foster to open the door to the outdoor yard to go potty. He knows how to walk on leash. He is not food aggressive but eats very fast. Loves toys. He deserves a loving family that will have time for playtime and walks. Romeo deserves an awesome family.

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Chocolat

Retriever (Unknown Type)

Male, 4 yrs

San Diego, CA

Size

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

Details

House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Chocolat is a 2 yr old, 55 pound retriver mix. He was found on a highway. Since then he has been living at a Veterinarian Clinic. Chocolat is friendly and needs daily walks. He tends to be the alpha dog. He currently lives with other dogs This boy deserves a chance to have a family of his own.

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Rio

Boxer Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 5 mos

San Diego, CA

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Rio is a sweet and loving puppy. Estimated date of birth is Dec 10th, 2025, currently he is 10lbs and the Vet thinks he will be around 40 lbs once fully grown. Rio lives with a wonderful foster mom that has other dogs. He is used to socializing with other puppies. Rio is ready to go to a wonderful home!!

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Dog shelters and rescues in Poway, California

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

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Rescue

Crafty's Crew

Poway, CA 92064

Pet Types: dogs

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Pugs N Roses - San Diego

Poway, CA 92064

Pet Types: dogs

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The Dog Squad Rescue

11956 Bernardo Plaza Drive 355, San Diego, CA 92128

Pet Types: dogs

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PETSURG & ER4PETS

12335 WORLD TRADE DR, STE 16, SAN DIEGO, CA 92128

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Dog Rescue Without Borders / Rescate Sin Fronteras

San Diego, CA 92131

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Del Mar Dog Rescue

9921 Carmel Mountain Rd #231, San Diego, CA 92129

Pet Types: dogs

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It's The Pits

PO Box 720008, San Diego, CA 92172

Pet Types: dogs

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Coastal K9 German Shepherd Rescue San Diego

P. O. Box 722381, San Diego, CA 92172

Pet Types: dogs

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Pennies from Heaven

San Diego, CA 92126

Pet Types: dogs

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Glad to be saved rescue

Santee, CA 92071

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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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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