Adopt

Puppies and dogs in Downey, California

Looking for a puppy or dog in Downey, California? Adopt a Pet can help you find a new best friend near you.

A pair of dogs

Adopt a dog in Downey, California

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

Oliver

Great Dane

Male, Young
Bellflower, CA
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Oliver is a very loving Great Dane. He is very laid back and mostly lounges around the house. He enjoys playing fetch and tug of war. Oliver loves to be near his people and is happiest when receiving love and affection. He can be quite stubborn at times, consistency and persistence go a long way. Our lives have become too busy for us to give him the life he deserves. I'm hoping to find him a loving home where he will get all the hugs and pets he deserves. He has had a few bite incidents. The trigger for the bites were when someone was trying to make him move when he didn't want to. Aside from one incident when an elderly woman was petting his face and he snapped at her, not biting, but his tooth scratched the skin on her hand. During these bite incidents he did not growel or give any warning signs prior to the bite.
Photo of Oslo

Oslo

American Bulldog

Male, Adult
Bellflower, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
-Born January 2019 (we got him in March) so hes 6 years old -Male (not neutered) -He super energetic and loves attention -Loves to run around and play freely -Enjoy his cuddles and wearing clothes! :) -Im looking for someone who can give our dog the attention and love he deserves. Due to personal medical expenses we can no longer afford to keep him! :(
long timer badge
Photo of Midnight

Midnight

Great Dane Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Lynwood, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This is Midnight, He’s a year and half old Great Dane/Pit/Staffy mix. He does not get along with another dog within our household so we are looking to rehome him. Hence, it would be preferred to have him go to a no other dog home as of now. Outside of that we are not too sure how he is with other dogs. He is people friendly and is an overall sweet dog that loves attention. He is house trained and is okay in a kennel.
Photo of Kobe Bryant

Kobe Bryant

American Pit Bull Terrier Mastiff

Male, 9 yrs 8 mos
South Gate, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Kobe! He is a 5 year old Mastiff/Staffordshire terrier mix. Kobe Is a stud and gets looks wherever he goes, whether it's quick trips to Home Depot or visiting the beach. He has a stocky build and a gorgeous face and weighs about 75 pounds full grown.. Kobe is originally from the South LA Shelter and has been at our kennel waiting for a forever home! If you adopt Kobe, he comes with 6 months of weekly training sessions at our kennel plus two weeks of boarding. He walks well on leash and does not pull unless he sees a cat or small dog. He knows his basic commands, sit, down, stay and come and orients to his handler well. Kobe is very strong, but very gentle and sweet as well. Due to his size and strength we believe he would do well with an experienced dog owner either as an only dog and we prefer him to live in a house with a yard vs apartment. Here is what his trainer recently said about him: I've been working with Kobe for a few months now, and he is always happy to see me and always ready for some fun together. We have been working on leash manners and he does very nicely (unless there is a stray cat lurking about and we have been working on leaving those alone too.) Kobe enjoys going to the park and watching all of the kids, bikes, dogs and horses that go by with ease. He knows all of his commands like; sit, down, stay, focus, and is working on rollover! He's easy to get in and out of the car and is an excellent passenger. I really can't say enough great things about this big hunk, he has the looks and the personality and would be a great dog to snuggle with on the couch. Yesterday Kobe worked on walking nicely by distractions, ie bikes, remote cars, drones, horses, goats, dogs, kids playing soccer etc. We worked on down, stay, and learned rollover (which is more rub my belly 🤣). He was great getting in and out of my car and sat nicely outside Starbucks and had a puppachino with a lot of stuff going on around him. SEE VIDEO! To view video on Petfinder or Adopt-a-Pet, click on the video icon within Petfinder or Adopt-a-Pet. To view video otherwise, paste this link: https://youtu.be/Z6Nv5u1TYBU in your address bar up top! If you are interested in Kobe and live in the LA area, please fill out our brief online questionnaire (copy and paste link): www.downtowndogrescue.org/adoption-questionnaire Additional Downtown Dog Rescue information email: adopt@downtowndogrescue.org or call: 818-407-4145
Photo of Laila-Spunky Senior

Laila-Spunky Senior

American Pit Bull Terrier Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 17 yrs 3 mos
South Gate, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
MEET LAILA! Look up ageless in the dictionary and you might just find a picture of LAILA. Laila is a stunning 13 years young beauty who doesn't seem to know she's a senior. This vivacious lady loves hiking, long walks (multiple times a day if you'll oblige), and running zoomies between head scratches, sunbathing, and perching on her fort. Her zest for an adventurist life knows no bound! Laila can be touch sensitive but beneath that wild child exterior, she just wants to be loved and pampered like the queen she is. She was rescued from South LA shelter back in 2018 and has celebrated multiple New Years, Valentine's, Halloweens, Thanksgivings, and Christmases with us. We're hoping this is the year she lands herself an adoring family and warm home to call her own. Laila is house-trained and crate-trained. We recommend a home without other pets and she would do best with older children (high school age or older). SEE MORE PICTURES AND VIDEO HERE: https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/ddrlaila/ If you are interested in Laila, please fill out our brief online questionnaire (copy and paste link):www.downtowndogrescue.org/adoption-questionnaire Additional Downtown Dog Rescue contact info: Email:adopt@downtowndogrescue.org or call: 818-407-4145
Photo of FRANCO

FRANCO

German Shepherd Dog Belgian Malinois

Male, 5 yrs 3 mos
South Gate, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet FRANCO, a 2yo shepherd/malinois mix. We rescued FRANCO from the Downey shelter where he had shown up with a broken leg. He's long since healed up and he's looking for a forever home with someone who ideally has "shepherd and/or working dog" experience. FRANCO is a young, athletic dog who responds well to a confident leader. He is very loving, attentive, and loyal. He likes long walks, jogs, and he LOVES playing in water. He has been working with a trainer each week who has been teaching him and exposing him to different activities and environments and attends a small group class Check out video of him working the "lunge line" and other videos https://youtu.be/qakqEbGqKBg https://www.instagram.com/p/CZC4rD2PgvX/ https://www.instagram.com/p/CYxeijXp4zZ/ If you adopt FRANCO - he comes with a limited number of free sessions with his trainer (depending on location) to help you get off to a great start! FRANCO is about 70lbs and currently at our kennel in South Gate. He is crate-trained, house-trained, neutered, microchipped and current on vaccinations. If you are in the Los Angeles area and interested in meeting FRANCO, please fill out our brief online questionnaire (copy and paste link): www.downtowndogrescue.org/adoption-questionnaire Additional Downtown Dog Rescue information email: adopt@downtowndogrescue.org or call: 818-407-4145

Search for a puppy or dog

Use the search tool below to browse adoptable puppies and adult dogs in Downey, California.

Puppies and dogs in nearby cities

Dogs in Alhambra, CA Dogs in Aliso Viejo, CA Dogs in Anaheim, CA Dogs in Arcadia, CA Dogs in Artesia, CA Dogs in Azusa, CA Dogs in Baldwin Park, CA Dogs in Bell, CA Dogs in Bellflower, CA Dogs in Bell Gardens, CA Dogs in Beverly Hills, CA Dogs in Brea, CA Dogs in Buena Park, CA Dogs in Burbank, CA Dogs in Calabasas, CA Dogs in Carson, CA Dogs in Cerritos, CA Dogs in Chino, CA Dogs in Chino Hills, CA Dogs in Claremont, CA Dogs in Commerce, CA Dogs in Compton, CA Dogs in Corona, CA Dogs in Costa Mesa, CA Dogs in Covina, CA Dogs in Cudahy, CA Dogs in Culver City, CA Dogs in Cypress, CA Dogs in Diamond Bar, CA Dogs in Duarte, CA Dogs in El Monte, CA Dogs in El Segundo, CA Dogs in Fountain Valley, CA Dogs in Fullerton, CA Dogs in Gardena, CA Dogs in Garden Grove, CA Dogs in Glendale, CA Dogs in Glendora, CA Dogs in Hawaiian Gardens, CA Dogs in Hawthorne, CA Dogs in Hermosa Beach, CA Dogs in Huntington Beach, CA Dogs in Huntington Park, CA Dogs in Inglewood, CA Dogs in Irvine, CA Dogs in La Canada Flintridge, CA Dogs in Laguna Beach, CA Dogs in Laguna Hills, CA Dogs in Laguna Woods, CA Dogs in La Habra, CA Dogs in La Habra Heights, CA Dogs in Lake Forest, CA Dogs in Lakewood, CA Dogs in La Mirada, CA Dogs in La Palma, CA Dogs in La Puente, CA Dogs in La Verne, CA Dogs in Lawndale, CA Dogs in Lomita, CA Dogs in Long Beach, CA Dogs in Los Alamitos, CA Dogs in Los Angeles, CA Dogs in Lynwood, CA Dogs in Manhattan Beach, CA Dogs in Maywood, CA Dogs in Monrovia, CA Dogs in Montclair, CA Dogs in Montebello, CA Dogs in Monterey Park, CA Dogs in Newport Beach, CA Dogs in Norco, CA Dogs in Norwalk, CA Dogs in Ontario, CA Dogs in Orange, CA Dogs in Palos Verdes Estates, CA Dogs in Paramount, CA Dogs in Pasadena, CA Dogs in Pico Rivera, CA Dogs in Placentia, CA Dogs in Pomona, CA Dogs in Rancho Cucamonga, CA Dogs in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA Dogs in Redondo Beach, CA Dogs in Rolling Hills Estates, CA Dogs in Rosemead, CA Dogs in San Dimas, CA Dogs in San Fernando, CA Dogs in San Gabriel, CA Dogs in San Marino, CA Dogs in Santa Ana, CA Dogs in Santa Fe Springs, CA Dogs in Santa Monica, CA Dogs in Seal Beach, CA Dogs in Sierra Madre, CA Dogs in Signal Hill, CA Dogs in South El Monte, CA Dogs in South Gate, CA Dogs in South Pasadena, CA Dogs in Stanton, CA Dogs in Temple City, CA Dogs in Torrance, CA Dogs in Tustin, CA Dogs in Upland, CA Dogs in Villa Park, CA Dogs in Walnut, CA Dogs in West Covina, CA Dogs in West Hollywood, CA Dogs in Westminster, CA Dogs in Whittier, CA Dogs in Yorba Linda, CA

Dog shelters and rescues in Downey, California

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Shelter

Los Angeles County: Downey

11258 S. Garfield Ave., Downey, CA 90242

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Surfers For Strays - LA Transport Stop

local fosters & transport stop, Downey, CA 90241

Pet Types: cats, dogs

More an arrow icon

Shelter

SEAACA (Southeast Area Animal Control Authority)

9777 Seaaca Street, Downey, CA 90241

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

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Karina's Rescues

P.O. Box 39846, Downey, CA 90239

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Heart Bandits - Greater Los Angeles

P.O. Box 39635, Downey, CA 90239

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Parade Of Paws Rescue

Bellflower, CA 90706

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Rhonda's Miniature Schnauzer Rescue

Downey, CA 90240

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Downtown Dog Rescue

South Gate, CA 90280

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Peek-a-Dog Rescue

8452 State St., South Gate, CA 90280

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Looking for a specific shelter or rescue?

For a comprehensive list of all shelters and rescues, try our search page. We have more than 17,000 organizations in our database with furry pals waiting for a new home!

Image of dog

Looking for a specific breed?

Select from the options below to view adoptable puppies and dogs in Downey, California and nearby cities.

Popular dog breeds