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Viva Rescue

Dog rescue in San Diego, CA

VIVA, Volunteers for Indigent and Vulnerable Animals. It is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose sole purpose is to increase animal awareness through education; reduce animal overpopulation by spay and neutering; help indigent animals and provide a structured network of care to adopt the animals ready for forever homes.

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San Diego, CA 92105
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Adoptable pets at Viva Rescue

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Harry

Husky

Male, Young
San Diego, CA

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San Diego, Del Mar, La Jolla, Pacific Beach, Ocean Beach, El Cajon, Imperial Beach, Chula Vista, National City, La Mesa, Mission Valley, Carlsbad, Escondido, Encinitas, Oceanside, San Clemente, Ramona, Carlsbad, Los Angeles, Mission Viejo, Sacramento, Napa, Tahoe, Laguna Beach, Irvine, San Clemente, Marin,

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Meet the Pet
  • 5. Approve Application
  • 6. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 7. Pay Fee

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We pride ourselves on making sure that each adoptee is a good dog owner and is the best home for that specific dog. This means we also check references, verify dog-friendly homes with landlords, etc...

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Dash

Border Terrier

Male, 5 mos
San Diego, CA
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Pupusa

Australian Cattle Dog

Female, Young
Oceanside, CA
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Miriam,,,

French Bulldog

Female, Young
Cardiff, CA
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Bloopy

Miniature Pinscher/Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 10 mos
Carlsbad, CA
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Karma

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, Young
San Diego, CA
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Perla

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr
Fallbrook, CA

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