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Animal Advocates of the US - San Diego Chapter

Animal rescue in El Cajon, CA

We find homes for homeless dogs and cats from the poorest communities by helping adopters find the right pet based on their needs and lifestyle. Our success rate is amazing. We have found great homes for thousands of dogs and cats since we started 10 years ago. We'll work with you to find the right pet and assist with post-adoption tips and support. We strive to make your pet adoption a happy one.

We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All donations are tax deductible.

Contact
Address
El Cajon, CA 92122
Donation Please visit our Donations page to make a safe and secure donation online
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Adoptable pets at Animal Advocates of the US - San Diego Chapter

We'll also keep you updated on Lucky's adoption status with email updates.
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Lucky

Pug

Male, 1 yr
El Cajon, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Ojitos-Beautiful eyes's adoption status with email updates.
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Ojitos-Beautiful eyes

Corgi/Chihuahua

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
El Cajon, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Toby - hypoallergenic's adoption status with email updates.
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Toby - hypoallergenic

Shih Tzu/Maltese

Male, 5 yrs
El Cajon, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Bruno's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Bruno

Boston Terrier

Male, 10 mos
El Cajon, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Garry's adoption status with email updates.
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Garry

Boston Terrier

Male, 10 mos
El Cajon, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Dylan's adoption status with email updates.
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Dylan

Belgian Malinois/Catahoula Leopard Dog

Male, 11 mos
El Cajon, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Capulin's adoption status with email updates.
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Capulin

Schnoodle/Maltese

Male, 1 yr
El Cajon, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Amazing Nina's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Amazing Nina

Shih Tzu/Maltipoo

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
El Cajon, CA

Rescue FAQs

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Additional adoption info

The adoption fees varies from $400 for older dogs and $500 and up for younger dogs and for puppies - and $175-$195 for cats. **there will be a different higher adoption fee for a popular breed/purebred (including cats) will be case by case and some breeds could go up to $800.

Some exceptions could be made for special needs older dogs** and cats** from $100 to $200

We provide the following services and benefits to new pet owners: *

DOGS:

Spay/Neuter (unless due to age being too young - Stipulations will be specified in our Adoption Agreement as must to be done)
All vaccines up to date (puppies with at least 2 sets of DHLPP)
Distemper
Hepatitis
Leptospirosis
Parvovirus
Parainfluenza
Deworming
Flea medication
Temporary Collar
Temporary leash

CATS:
Spay/Neuter
FRCP vaccines up to date (minimum 1 vaccine)
Rabies vaccine
Deworming
Flea medication

The Adoption Fee is not refundable unless discussed at time of adoption and specified at our adoption agreement at our discretion and it is case by case. We want you to be happy with the pet so we’re here to work with and support you through the pre-adoption and post-adoption process.

ADOPTION APPLICATION: Apply here.


We require an adoption agreement.

Adoption application

http://aaofus.org/adoption-application.html

Pets at shelters & rescues near Animal Advocates of the US - San Diego Chapter

Joanne's Furry Friends

San Diego, CA 92109

Small Dog Rescue

North County San Diego, CA 92009

PETSURG & ER4PETS

12335 WORLD TRADE DR, STE 16,
SAN DIEGO, CA 92128

We'll also keep you updated on Aubrey's adoption status with email updates.
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Aubrey

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 11 mos
Fallbrook, CA
We'll also keep you updated on El Muñeco's adoption status with email updates.
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El Muñeco

Chihuahua

Male, Young
Escondido, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Lupin's adoption status with email updates.
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Lupin

Jack Russell Terrier/Beagle

Male, 2 yrs
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Aspen's adoption status with email updates.
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Aspen

Husky/Labrador Retriever

Male, 3 mos
Oceanside, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Bernie's adoption status with email updates.
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Bernie

Labrador Retriever/Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Nala's adoption status with email updates.
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Nala

Domestic Longhair

Female, Young
Escondido, CA

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