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Puppies and dogs in Vacaville, California

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Vacaville, 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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Gerald

Pug

Male, Young
Vacaville, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
If you're looking for a loyal sidekick who wants to be involved in every part of your day, Gerald is your guy. This happy, affectionate pug loves being with his people and will happily follow you from room to room just to see what you're up to. Lovingly called Jerry, this happy guy came to us from a CA Central Valley shelter. We estimate him to be around 3 years old, and he is playful, social, and always ready for an adventure. He enjoys walks, loves attention, and is quick to offer cuddles when it's time to relax. He's eager to please and has a wonderful, goofy personality that makes people fall for him fast. Like many rescue dogs, Jerry is still working on a few things. He's learning leash manners and gets more confident on walks every day. He's also making progress with potty training as he settles into a routine. He has a small undeveloped eye that does not hurt or need to be removed. Jerry would do best in a home where he can be the star of the show and soak up plenty of love and attention. He hasn't been tested with children yet, but everyone he's met so far has been greeted with enthusiasm, curiosity, and lots of affection. He's friendly with cats, but like most dogs will want to chase them if they run. He recently got neutered, a dental cleaning, a microchip, and full vaccinations. If you're looking for a devoted companion with a big personality and an even bigger heart, Jerry is ready to meet you.
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Bodie

Pug

Male, Young
Vacaville, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Bodie is a sweet, energetic pug with a big personality. He gets so excited when he gets attention that he can't help but tell you all about it. He's playful, curious, loves being around other dogs, and is already starting to discover just how nice it is to have people looking out for him. We estimate Bodie is 4-6 years old. He came to us from Oakland Animal Services after being found as a stray, and while we don't know much about his past, we suspect he hasn't had much positive human interaction. Some of his teeth are unusually short, which our vet believes may be from chewing on a cage or enclosure. He's also a little jumpy, fearful at the vet, and wary of hands near his face. Bodie is still figuring out some of the basics of being a loved dog. He's unsure about toys, jumping onto furniture, or climbing into a lap. Right now, he wants to be near his people, but he's most comfortable sleeping beside them rather than being touched. At our recent Oakland pug meetup, he did wonderfully mingling with dozens of pugs, and we loved seeing how much confidence he gained simply from being around friendly people and dogs. While he was fine around children at the park, we think a home without kids would be the best fit for him. It's hard to know what Bodie experienced before rescue, but some of his behaviors suggest that life may not have always been kind to him. He can be anxious about what's happening around him, and all of this sudden attention, affection, new people, and new experiences are a lot to process. We think there's a very sweet, loving dog underneath that uncertainty, and he just needs time to realize that this good life isn't going anywhere. Bodie is looking for someone who will meet him where he is and give him the patience and stability to build trust at his own pace. He's high energy and would likely love having another confident, friendly dog in the home to show him the ropes. We'd especially love a home where his people are around most of the time or can bring him along for adventures. He deserves the chance to finally learn what it feels like to be safe, wanted, and cared for. Bodie is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and fostered in Sacramento, CA.
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Kiki

Pug

Female, Young
Vacaville, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Kiki is a busy little girl who wants to be involved in everything, especially whatever is happening in the kitchen. She loves stuffy toys, sniffing around, and keeping tabs on her people. She also loves kids and has been friendly with pretty much everyone she has met so far. Kiki is a great little sleeper and settles nicely into her kennel at night. She has also done well staying kenneled when her foster family leaves to run errands. She is still working on her potty training and seems to be more accustomed to using potty pads indoors, so her foster family is helping her learn that outside is the place to go. She has some typical female pug energy and is still learning to get along with her foster sister, but she gets along well with her foster brother. At around 2 to 3 years old, Kiki is a fun, affectionate girl who is continuing to learn and settle into her new life. She's also great with cats. Kiki came to us as an owner surrender and is being fostered in Woodland, CA. She is spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.
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Oso

Pug

Male, Young
Vacaville, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This giant teddy bear (hence the name) is a total sweetheart with a total pug personality. He's 1.5 years old, active, playful, silly, and goofy. He's crate trained, doing great with potty training, and is wonderful with kids. He loves to play with toys! Oso was surrendered after getting into fights with his littermate and father. This is to be expected, with several unfixed and/or related dogs. Getting him out of that situation and neutered was a priority, and he adjusted well to the change. However, he still shows a dominant personality toward other males, so we will only consider homes without other dogs or just females. We are guessing he's not going to be good with cats as well. Oso is a confident guy, but there's one major thing he needs to do in order to feel even better: lose a significant amount of weight. He came to us at 28.5 pounds and is now at 25 pounds at the end of September. At his current size, he's showing signs of a collapsing trachea, which is affecting his breathing. We took care of his soft palate surgery to help prevent further airway damage. Most of all, Oso needs an adopter committed to helping him get healthy and become the happiest, healthiest version of himself. This big teddy bear has a lot of love and life ahead of him!
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Sammie

Pug Jack Russell Terrier

Female, Puppy
Vacaville, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids,
Story
This adorable Pug/Jack Russell Terrier mix is as sweet as they come. Sammie came to us from a backyard breeding situation and is now getting the happy puppyhood she deserves. She can be a little shy and timid at first, but once she feels comfortable, her playful side comes out. She loves wrestling with her foster siblings, is a great eater, and absolutely melts into your arms when she's ready for some cuddles. Sammie will receive her second set of vaccines on October 14 and will be ready to go home after that. She'll be microchipped, and her adopter will be required to sign a spay contract. If you're looking for a sweet, playful puppy to add to your family, Sammie may be your girl!
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Solo

Pug

Male, Adult
Vacaville, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Lovingly named for his one-eyed status, Solo is a handsome middle-aged pug who came to us from the shelter as a stray. Solo is a sweet, easygoing guy who enjoys being near his people and hanging out with his foster pug siblings. He's not especially snuggly, but he likes having his people around and is always happy to entertain himself with his favorite rope toys and stuffies. He's also very food motivated, which should make training a fun and rewarding experience. He's doing great with potty training, is comfortable in his kennel, and is doing well overall in his foster home. He enjoys affection and is getting sweeter and sweeter every day. Solo is looking for a home where he can settle in, enjoy his toys, be close to his people, and continue learning at his own pace. His eye is pretty blind, and our vet thinks he can see shadows. If you're looking for a low-key pug companion who enjoys the simple things in life, Solo may be the one for you. He is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and just got a dental cleaning. He's hanging out at The Pug Hotel in Ukiah, CA.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Vacaville, California

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Bay Area Pug Project

Vacaville, CA 95687

Pet Types: dogs

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SPCA of Solano County

2200 Peabody Rd, Vacaville, CA 95687

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

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Solano County Animal Care Services

2510 Clay Bank Rd., Fairfield, CA 94533

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

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Heart Dog Harbor

5055 Business Center Dr., Ste. 108, #223, Fairfield, CA 94534

Pet Types: dogs

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The Dog Spot Rescue & Rehabilitation Center

PO. Box 5126, Vacaville, CA 95688

Pet Types: dogs

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Broketail Rescue and Sanctuary

Vacaville, CA 95688

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

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Transform a Street Dog- Vacaville, CA

2419 Falls Place Ct, Vacaville, CA 95688

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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4 Paws Pet Rescue

Vacaville, CA 95688

Pet Types: dogs

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Field Of Dreams Rescue

Vacaville, CA 95688

Pet Types: dogs

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ANIMAL REFUGEE RESPONSE

4770 McEathron Lane, Vacaville, CA 95688

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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