San Clemente

Puppies and dogs in San Clemente, California

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

PLUTO

Golden Retriever

Male, Young

San Clemente, CA

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Please call the shelter directly if you are interested in this companion animal. The Email address is not monitored daily. 949-492-1617.Pluto is a handsome young Golden Retriever who loves water, play, and adventures. He is still learning his manners and would thrive with patient, consistent training and positive reinforcement. With loving guidance, Pluto will become a joyful, devoted companion.Pluto would not be appropriate for a home with young children or other pets.November 5, 2026, 4:52 pm

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ARCHIE

Rhodesian Ridgeback

Male, Young

San Clemente, CA

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Please call the shelter directly if you are interested in this companion animal. The Email address is not monitored daily. 949-492-1617.I LOVE TO: Be a lap dog. A 95lb lap dog.I HAVE: Mass and velocity, which equals force.I GET ALONG WELL WITH: Everyone, whether they want to or not.I WOULD RATHER NOT: Get off your lap, I don't care if you can't feel your legs anymore.I NEED: Lots of space, lots of training, lots of food, lots of love. (I'm a lot.)MORE INFO: That's not an eclipse, it's Archie! This big bouncy baby is all love, and he's ready to share it. Make room for Archie!November 5, 2026, 4:52 pm

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OCTOBER

Australian Cattle Dog

Female, Adult

San Clemente, CA

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Please call the shelter directly if you are interested in this companion animal. The Email address is not monitored daily. 949-492-1617.I LOVE TO: Supervise, I'm definitely manager material.I HAVE: Strong opninions, and I'm not afraid to voice them.I GET ALONG WELL WITH: Adults and shepherd dogs.I WOULD RATHER NOT: Have children or cats in my home.I NEED: An experienced owner to guide me and keep me busy.MORE INFO: I may be cute as a button, but I'm a strong-willed female ready to work! Is your energy a match for me?November 5, 2026, 4:52 pm

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NALA

Boxer

Female, Adult

San Clemente, CA

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Please call the shelter directly if you are interested in this companion animal. The Email address is not monitored daily. 949-492-1617.I LOVE TO: Blend into your couch.I HAVE: Eyes that gaze into your soul.I GET ALONG WELL WITH: Those who can take it slow.I WOULD RATHER NOT: Attend a rave.I NEED: Time, space, and love.I AM: Nala. I've been through a lot, but I'm still willing to trust. Give me time, show me love, and we will be the best of friends.November 5, 2026, 4:52 pm

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HITCHCOCK

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Adult

San Clemente, CA

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Please call the shelter directly if you are interested in this companion animal. The Email address is not monitored daily. 949-492-1617.Hitchcock is a handsome 3- to 4-year-old German ShepherdâÂÂHusky mix with looks and charm to match! This playful boy loves a good game of fetch and already knows sit, down, and paw. And when playtime is over, heâÂÂs more than happy to soak up some sweet chest rubs!November 5, 2026, 4:52 pm

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RED

Bluetick Coonhound

Female, Adult

San Clemente, CA

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Please call the shelter directly if you are interested in this companion animal. The Email address is not monitored daily. 949-492-1617.I LOVE TO: Shed.I HAVE: Beautiful soft fur. I like to share it.I GET ALONG WELL WITH: Brushes, and other dogs.I NEED: Brushing, love, and walkies.I AM: Beautiful, fluffy, friendly, and fun. Sure I shed, but no big deal. Get a Roomba and make room for Red!November 5, 2026, 4:52 pm

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Dog shelters and rescues in San Clemente, California

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Pet Project Foundation

Voted "Best Place to Adopt a Pet", 221 Avenida Fabricante, San Clemente, CA 92672

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

Shelter

Coastal Animal Services Authority

221 Avenida Fabricante, San Clemente, CA 92672

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Alura Always & Forever Pekingese Rescue

LOS ANGELES, SO ORANGE COUNTY, Foster home locations, SO CALIF, CA 92672

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Heer to Rescue, Inc.

PO Box 1001, Wildomar, CA 92673

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

GreenDog Foundation

PO Box 2473, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

A Ticket To Happiness Rescue

16 Truman St, Irvine, CA 92629

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Promise 4 Paws, Inc.

31878 Del Obispo Street, #118-379, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Doggie Bonez, Inc 501c3 Non Profit

San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Southern California Chow Chow Rescue Network

Laguna Niguel, CA, CA 92677

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Karmic Rescue Without Borders - Aliso Viejo

Aliso Viejo, CA 92656

Pet Types: 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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