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Puppies and dogs in Rancho Mirage, California

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Rancho Mirage, California. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Turbo's adoption status with email updates.
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Turbo

Shar Pei Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
Palm Springs, CA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Turbo – Your Future Best Friend! Turbo is an 8-month-old cream-colored Shar Pei mix with the softest coat and the sweetest soul. At around 50 pounds, this lovable pup is still just a baby at heart – playful, social, and full of goofy charm. He absolutely adores other dogs and kids, and he’ll thrive in a home with canine buddies to play and cuddle with. This is the dog that will love your kids as much as you do! He will be there to cuddle with them on their toughest day! He would love to be on the sideline cheering when they score their first goal or home run  of the season.   Turbo’s previous owner cared deeply about him and made the tough decision to surrender him so he could get the eye care he needs. He is neutered, fully vaccinated, microchipped, and more than ready to meet his forever family.   &#226&#156&#168 Special Needs, Special Pup: Turbo has a condition called Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy, which causes cloudiness in the eyes as certain cells slowly die off over time. While there’s no cure and his vision may gradually decline, his current vision is still good, and daily eye drops (about $20/month) can help slow the progression. The condition is not painful, and he’s a happy, active boy – just needs a little extra love and care!   Turbo is currently fostering in Riverside, CA, and he’s looking for a family who’ll see how amazing he is – eye drops and all. Could that be you?   Great with dogs Great with kids Neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped &#239&#184&#143 Needs daily eyedrops (non-painful condition)   Apply to meet Turbo – because this sweet, squishy boy is ready to run straight into your heart!  December 1, 2025, 3:01 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Grasshopper's adoption status with email updates.
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Grasshopper

Shar Pei

Female, Adult
Palm Springs, CA
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(when grown) -
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Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet the new kid on the block in Utah - GRASSHOPPER! Surprisingly she fits her quirky name.  She is bursting with enthusiasm and has been starved for a person to give her endless amounts of love to.  She is still underweight, but PeiPeople will have that remedied in no time.  Grasshopper is healing from her spay and entropion surgery.  Check back for updates on this little sweet pea!  We estimate she is around 5 years old and is fostering in Utah.  December 5, 2025, 11:29 am
We'll also keep you updated on Royce's adoption status with email updates.
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Royce

Shar Pei

Male, Adult
Palm Springs, CA
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(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Royce is a super friendly male shar-pei.  He is good with dogs and kids.   He came to rescue from an owner who was overwhelmed with too many dogs and is looking for his forever home. Royce is 51 pounds, recently neutered and is vaccinated and has a microchip.   He loves cuddling with other dogs.   If you are looking for a pair, Honey was also from same home. He is fostering in the Los Angeles area.December 22, 2025, 11:19 am
We'll also keep you updated on Honey aka Dolce's adoption status with email updates.
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Honey aka Dolce

Shar Pei

Female, Young
Palm Springs, CA
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(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Honey (she goes by Dolce, but we have another dog also with that name) came from a home with far too many dogs that overwhelmed the owner. Honey is 43 pounds, is recently spayed and is microchipped and up to date on vaccines. Honey is being treated for an ear infection, and is on some high quality food and fish oil to clean up her skin. She is a typical female, who can get a little growly around strangers poking and prodding (not a fan of the vet but manageable), but has lived with other dogs and kids with no issues. Her coat is cleaning up slowly with good food and some antibiotics. She came to us with a pretty patchy coat. Honey is the princess, preferring inside to out (she is completely housetrained, but just doesn't want to hang out in the yard otherwise). She is quiet, not a big barker and likes to give kisses and hugs. Honey is fostering in the Indio, California area. If you are looking for a pair, Royce came from the same home.December 22, 2025, 11:19 am
We'll also keep you updated on Camilla (aka Cami)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Camilla (aka Cami)

Shar Pei

Female, Adult
Palm Springs, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Camilla is a gorgeous cream shar-pei mix and this girl landed in the shelter after being abandoned in an RV with other dogs. Cami has lived with other dogs, but we've found she would do best as an only dog or a with neutral or submissive male dogs. She is very good with people, and apparently has seen the world (or maybe US) by car/travel. Camilla is about 4 years old, is spayed and had entropion eyelid surgery and has all her vaccines and a microchip. She is about 45 pounds. She is fostering in the San Francisco area and we will post more as we learn it.December 1, 2025, 3:01 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Darlene's adoption status with email updates.
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Darlene

Shar Pei

Female, Adult
Palm Springs, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Darlene was surrendered to the shelter when her owners could no longer care for her. She was living with 2 other dogs and appears good with new dogs. Darlene lived with kids and is housetrained, affectionate and well-mannered. Darlene will bark at strangers and sounds the alarms for deliveries. She is about 42 pounds, and we are working on cleaning up some skin issues (high quality food and fish oil, with an exam scheduled at vet). She is fostering in southern Riverside County, Calif.December 1, 2025, 3:01 pm

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Pei People - CA Palm Springs/Desert

Palm Springs, CA 92270

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Riverside County Animal Control - Coachella Shelter

72-050 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms, CA 92276

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Animal Samaritans SPCA

72307 Ramon Road, Thousand Palms, CA 92276

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Dogue de Boreaux Rescue- Southern California

Palm Desert, CA 92260

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Kal's Corner

74991 Joni Dr. #5, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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Reese's Roamers

Cathedral City, CA 92234

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Forget-Me Not Peke Rescue

68-777 Summit Drive, Cathedral City, CA 92234

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Happy Days Animal Haven, Inc.

36917 Cook Street, Suite 102, Palm Desert, CA 92211

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

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Pugs N Roses - Palm Desert

Palm Desert, CA 92211

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Recue Lyfe

Palm Desert, CA 92211

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