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Puppies and dogs in San Mateo, California

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Adopt a dog in San Mateo, California

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in San Mateo, 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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Prince

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
San Mateo, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Prince is 3 years old he was born May 21,2023. He is crate and potty trained, walks on leash fine, my 9 yr old daughter can walk him. He is high energy and needs someone active, who can take him out and exercise/work him. He is super smart and loves attention and getting his belly rubbed. He was raised around several small children and is child proof. He know sit, down, and waits to eat on command.
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Draco

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
San Mateo, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
He’s sweet, playful, and loves to cuddle! He’s great with kids and loves anyone who gives him even the slightest bit of attention. He’ll eat anything and everything, so you have to be careful not to drop anything around him. He loves sniffing other dogs but sometimes annoys them because he tends to smother them with attention. He’s been such a great dog. I’ve had him since he was about 6 months old, and he’s now 5. His birthday is August 10!
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Loki

Chihuahua Yorkie Poo

Male, Adult
San Mateo, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Loki is very loving, he's 3 yrs old I got it from an un-housed person in san francisco. I was told he was 2 months at the moment. Sadly my job and personal situation is difficult for me to keep him. I just want him to keep feeling the love he deserves.
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Zagreus

German Shepherd Dog Great Pyrenees

Male, Young
San Mateo, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Zagreus is a loving and playful dog who just wants to have fun all day. Since he was a young pup he has had a very adult bark and will use it to protect you from things both real and imaginary. He loves belly rubs, running around with his duck plush, and chewing on beef cheeks or his better bone.Above we marked the reason for rehoming as "behavioral issues" but that is not the full story. We have been working with a trainer and vet behaviorist and he has improved significantly but we are unable to give the time and energy he needs to continue improving.Zagreus ideally needs a yard he can run around in to get out his boundless puppy energy. Prospective families should be patient and kind and ready to work with Zagreus on reactivity with dogs and people, mainly on leash. We are happy to discuss more details and questions and will want to interview in person as we move forward.
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Bella

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
San Mateo, 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
@Please visit our Web : www.lovefsir.org @You can Email to us : fsirdog@gmail.com @Fill out the application at : http://lovefsir.org/application.php
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Sugar

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Young
San Mateo, 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
@Please visit our Web : www.lovefsir.org @You can Email to us : fsirdog@gmail.com @Fill out the application at : http://lovefsir.org/application.php

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Dog shelters and rescues in San Mateo, California

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

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Compassion Animal Rescue

San Mateo, CA 94401

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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A Better Chance Rescue

San Mateo, CA 94403

Pet Types: dogs

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Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA

1450 Rollins Road, Burlingame, CA 94010

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

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Redwood Coast Cattledog Rescue

Redwood City, CA 94002

Pet Types: dogs

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NorCal Collie Rescue

274 Redwood Shores Pkwy, PMB 210, Redwood City, CA 94065

Pet Types: dogs

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Jack Russell Rescue CA - San Carlos

484 E. Los Angeles Ave. Ste. #104, San Jose, CA 94070

Pet Types: dogs

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Companions In Waiting

PO Box 212, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Coastal Mutts

Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Pet Types: dogs

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