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Puppies and dogs in Torrance, California

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

Aurora

Alaskan Malamute

Female, 4 yrs 5 mos

Torrance, 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

Meet Aurora! This gorgeous girl is a stunning 3 1/2-year-old female Alaskan Malamute. She was surrendered to us when a breeding operation shut down and we had to step in and help her and the others! If there is one thing this girl is obsessed with, it is HUGS! I met her for the first time, and she came right up to me, gently jumped up, rested her paws on each shoulder, and gave me the biggest hug while looking deeply into my eyes. There was no leaving her behind! This amazing girl is great with all dogs (big and small), CATS (yes, that's huge), all people, and kids! She is really an amazing dog that is eager to please and cuddle. She is incredibly smart- she knows how to sit, paw, and hug. She wasn't taken on walks in her prior home, so we have been working on that, and she is doing wonderful on a harness. She does not pull and is gaining confidence on the leash every day. She is not your typical high-energy working dog; she is very low-key and wants to be with her humans. She would be perfectly fine with a short or a long walk, no matter your speed! Aurora would absolutely love to be cuddled in bed and be the couch potato. She paws when she wants to be pet in the most gentle way. She is still growing hair back since she had puppies almost 3 months ago and was covered in fleas. She is 100% potty trained and crate trained. Aurora is truly a special dog. Her adoption fee includes: Wellness Exam, spay, microchip, vaccines and dental.

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Heart (S)

Jindo Shiba Inu

Female, 5 yrs 10 mos

Los Angeles, 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

** Current Location: in a private boarding house in South Korea ** • Rescue Story : Meet Heart👋 Heart was rescued from a high-kill city pound in Korea when she was facing euthanasia. She was sent to the local private boarding center near her rescuer in 2023. Now, Heart is ready to find her forever home! • Personality: Affectionate, Playful, Friendly • Affinity with -Cats: Not tested -Dogs: Great with other dogs of all sizes! -Adults/Kids: Friendly with all people • Shedding: 6-7 (1-10 scale) • Food Allergies/Picky Eater: None! • Walking Manners: She's good on a leash! • Housetrained: Fully-housebroken, using the bathroom outside and inside with pee-pads. • Separation Anxiety: None! • Bark or Howl: Barks only when other dogs bark. • Likes & Dislikes: Loves food and treats!

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Jindo Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 11 mos

Los Angeles, 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

❗Current location: in a foster home in South Korea❗ • Rescue Story : he was rescued along with his four siblings from a local high-risk shelter in 2024. • Personality : energetic, friendly, and clever! • Affinity with - Dogs: very dog-friend regardless of size. - Cats: not tested - Adults/Kids: he likes everyone • Shedding level(1-10): 1-2 as a puppy currently - will be 5-7 when fully grown • Walking Manners: his third vaccine was just done, so it hasn't been long since he started walking outside. He likes to chew the leash while walking in a playful way for now. He will need time to get used to walking comfortably on a leash. • Appetite/Food Allergies: eats all good. no allergies. • Housetrained: currently using pee-pads in the house. He will need time to be house-trained in a new place. • Separation Anxiety: none • Barks/Howls: occasionally barks when playing with other pups • Likes: loves playing with toys and eating food • Health: currently having treatment on his tail due to skin condition

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Bali

Poodle (Miniature)

Female, 7 yrs 5 mos

Los Angeles, 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

Meet Bali – Soft Eyes, a Gentle Heart, and So Much Love to Give 📍 Currently in Korea 💛 Available for adoption through 3ft Rescue 🐶 Name: Bali 🎂 Estimated Age: 8 years ⚖️ Weight: 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg) 🐾 Breed: Poodle 🩺 Spayed: Yes 🚽 Housebroken: 60% pee pad trained – still learning 🧒 Good with Kids: Yes – very gentle 🐕 With Other Dogs: Yes – friendly and social 🐱 With Cats: Unknown Bali may be small in size, but her heart is as big as they come. She was rescued from the same large illegal breeding facility as her friend, Saha — a place where she spent years being used, but never loved. Now at 8 years old, Bali is experiencing comfort and kindness for the first time in her life. She’s still learning basic routines like pee pad use (currently about 60% successful), but she makes up for it in every way with her soft, loving presence. She’s great with other dogs, has no aggression toward children, and absolutely adores being around people. Her eyes light up when you talk to her, and she thrives on gentle affection and reassurance. Bali isn’t looking for a flashy life — just a safe lap, a warm home, and a heart that will love her for who she is and where she’s been. If you're open to adopting a senior and offering her the second half of her life filled with love and dignity, Bali is waiting — quietly, sweetly, and hopefully. ✨ Seniors like Bali may not have had the best beginning, but with your love, they can have the ending they always deserved.

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Saha

Poodle (Miniature)

Female, 9 yrs 5 mos

Los Angeles, 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

Meet Saha – A Quiet Heart, Longing for Home 📍 Currently in Korea 💛 Available for adoption through 3ft Rescue 🐶 Name: Saha 🎂 Estimated Age: 9 years ⚖️ Weight: 10.4 lbs (4.7 kg) 🐾 Breed: Poodle 🩺 Spayed: Yes 🚽 Housebroken: 60% pee pad trained, still improving 🧒 Good with Kids: Yes – calm and non-aggressive 🐕 With Other Dogs: Neutral; coexists peacefully 🐱 With Cats: Unknown Saha may not be the loudest or the flashiest dog you’ll meet, but her story is one that deserves to be heard — and held with gentle hands. She spent most of her life in a large, illegal puppy mill in Korea, used only for breeding. When the facility was finally shut down, Saha was rescued, already a senior, with little to no adoption prospects simply because of her age. Despite everything she’s been through, Saha is a quiet, well-mannered soul. She doesn’t demand attention or affection, but she deeply appreciates it when it comes. She enjoys lounging near her humans and would thrive in a peaceful, loving home — especially one that understands the slower, tender rhythm of a senior dog’s life. She’s currently working on her pee pad training and is about 60% successful. She’s not reactive to other dogs but doesn’t particularly seek them out either. She hasn’t met cats yet. With humans, she is calm, non-aggressive, and easy to care for. She may not play fetch or jump excitedly at the door, but she will bring something far more precious: quiet companionship, gratitude, and trust. Saha is waiting patiently for a family to see beyond her age and into her heart. She doesn’t need much — just a warm lap, soft words, and someone to finally call her own. 💫 If you're looking for a gentle, low-maintenance companion who will quietly fill your home with love, please consider opening your heart to Saha. Seniors like her are the hidden treasures of rescue. 📩 Apply to adopt Saha through [3ft Rescue].

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Bbangbbang

Samoyed Retriever (Unknown Type)

Male, 1 yr 5 mos

Los Angeles, CA

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Meet Bbangbbang – The Fluffball with a Second Chance at Life 📍 Currently in Korea 💛 Available for adoption through 3ft Rescue 🐶 Name: Bbangbbang 🎂 Age: 1 year (born in 2024) ⚖️ Weight: 28.6 lbs (13 kg) 🐾 Breed: Retriever × Samoyed Mix 🩺 Neutered: Yes 🚽 Housebroken: Still learning – not many accidents, but needs consistency 🧒 Good with Kids: Yes – no aggression 🐕 Good with Dogs: Yes – friendly and social 🐱 Good with Cats: Unknown Bbangbbang's name means “soft and puffy” in Korean — and it suits him perfectly. But his past was anything but soft. He is one of 80 dogs rescued from a horrific dog meat farm in Korea — a place where no animal should ever end up. Despite the trauma he endured so early in life, Bbangbbang is overflowing with love, energy, and the innocent joy of a puppy who’s been given a second chance. Just one year old, Bbangbbang is a sweet, people-loving pup with a high energy level and a tendency to follow his humans everywhere. He gets along well with other dogs and is currently learning the ropes of potty training. He does well for his age but will need continued guidance and structure as he grows. He hasn’t met cats yet, so we can’t say for sure how he’ll do with them, but his temperament so far has been friendly and playful with all creatures he’s met. 💫 Bbangbbang is still discovering the world — and with the right home, full of patience, playtime, and love, he’s going to shine brighter than ever. If you're looking for a young, resilient, and affectionate pup with a heart full of gratitude, Bbangbbang is ready to start over — this time, with you. 📩 Apply to adopt Bbangbbang through [3ft Rescue].

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Dog shelters and rescues in Torrance, California

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Caring Arms Rescue, Inc.

Torrance, CA 90501

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Rescue Bae

Torrance, CA 90501

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Beach Dog Rescue

Apt 302, Torrance, CA 90505

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

3ft.RESCUE - LA transport

Los Angeles, CA 90505

Pet Types: dogs

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Rover's Retreat - Los Angeles

Torrance, CA 90505

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Dharma Rescue for Cats and Dogs

Torrance, CA 90505

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Wagging Dog Rescue - Los Angeles Chapter

Torrance, CA 90505

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Southern California Labrador Retriever Rescue

24325 Crenshaw Blvd. #137, Torrance, CA 90505

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

ADOGS(Adopt Dogs) - LA Transport

Torrance, CA 90503

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Paws Angeles Animal Rescue

Lomita, CA 90717

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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