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.

CAROLE

Belgian Malinois Great Dane

Female, Young

San Clemente, CA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

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: Socialize and play with other dogs, run around and play in the yard, and be around people.I HAVE: A great smile and a loving and goofy personality!I GET ALONG WELL WITH: Family members of all ages, and other dogs I have met here at the shelter.I WOULD RATHER NOT: Be left alone for long periods of time.I NEED: Puppy obedience training. I need a yard to play in, and daily exercise and/or walks that will accommodate my energy level. I AM: A sweet pup looking for a loving family to call my own!August 5, 2025, 6:03 pm

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TREVOR

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.I LOVE TO: Run around and play in the yard, and be around people.I HAVE: A great smile and a loving personality. I have an active disposition.I GET ALONG WELL WITH: Adults and older children. I WOULD RATHER NOT: Be left alone for long periods of time.I NEED: Obedience training. I need a yard to play in, and daily exercise and/or walks that will accommodate my energy level. I need an experienced dog owner in my new home.I AM: Looking for my perfect match!August 30, 2025, 7:38 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: Go for long walks, play fetch, and run around and play in the yard. I HAVE: A great smile and a sweet & loving personality. I GET ALONG WELL WITH: Adults and older children. I WOULD RATHER NOT: Live with young children, or be an outside dog.I NEED: A yard to play in, and daily exercise and/or walks that will accommodate my energy level. I need a loving family to call my own.I AM: October. A shy-to-start Aussie mix who lights up with a game of fetch. Give her a moment to warm up and she turns into an affectionate, loyal girl with plenty of playful sparkle.November 29, 2025, 11:08 pm

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BABY

Pug Beagle

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: Lounge on the couch, go for long walks, and be around people.I HAVE: A great smile and a sweet & loving personality. I GET ALONG WELL WITH: Adults and older children. I WOULD RATHER NOT: Visit the dog park, be an outside dog, or be left outside unattended, because of my small stature. I NEED: Obedience training and a loving family to call my own!I AM: Baby! At 5 years young, this beagle/pug blend is a soft little sunrise in dog form. She adores gentle pets, leans in for affection, and lights up the moment treats appear - her tail does a whole happy drum solo. Sweet, calm, and ready to love, Baby is hoping for a home where her kind heart can shine.December 9, 2025, 7:17 pm

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BUTTERNUT

Harrier

Male, 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: Bark (hound), chase balls (hound) and sniff things (hound).I HAVE: Energy and bounce.I GET ALONG WELL WITH: Everyone, right away. I'm not shy! I NEED: A hound-friendly home to sniff, bark, explore, and howl in.I AM: An energetic, outgoing hound. I will keep you busy, can you keep me busy?December 11, 2025, 8:20 pm

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BROLY

Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult

San Clemente, CA

Size

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

Details

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: Lounge on the couch, and be around people.I HAVE: A calm disposition. I also have a great smile and a sweet & loving personality. I GET ALONG WELL WITH: Family members of all ages.I WOULD RATHER NOT: Visit the dog park.I NEED: A quiet home environment and a yard to play in.I AM: Broly...If youâ&#194&#128&#194&#153re looking for a loyal companion with years of wisdom and a heart full of love, this sweet Labrador is your guy. With his gentle eyes and calm presence, he carries himself like the true gentleman he is. He may be a little older, but that just means heâ&#194&#128&#194&#153s perfected the art of companionshipâ&#194&#128&#194&#148heâ&#194&#128&#194&#153s happy to stroll by your side, lean in for pets, and then settle down at your feet or on the couch for a cozy nap.November 11, 2025, 9:08 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:

Shelter

Coastal Animal Services Authority

221 Avenida Fabricante, San Clemente, CA 92672

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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

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

German Shepherd Safe Haven

Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

4 Love of the Paws

27762 Antonio Parkway, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694

Pet Types: dogs

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Labrador Retriever Chihuahua Maltese German Shepherd Dog Poodle (Miniature) Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier Shih Tzu Dachshund Husky Pomeranian Golden Retriever Pug Australian Shepherd Cocker Spaniel Boxer Border Collie English Bulldog Beagle Jack Russell Terrier

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

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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