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Puppies and dogs in Santa Clara, California

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

Dobby

Corgi

Male, Puppy

Santa Clara, CA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

I bought him through Facebook for $500. He’s very energetic Likes to walk and run I would love for him to find someone who has time for him takes him to walks and trips And someone that can love him as much as I did A good home and with more dog friends

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Millie

Labrador Retriever Great Dane

Female, Adult

Santa Clara, CA

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Millie is a rescue we got for my father in law after his wife passed. She is a super sweet Great Dane/ black lab mix who has been house trained and an inside dog for four years. She is very affectionate and playful and loves to either lay on the couch with you or play fetch in the backyard. She does okay with dogs and kids as long as they don’t hurt her. She has never bit anyone or other dogs. We were told that she was born with a neurological disorder and has a small divot on top of her head, but the only thing out of place about her is that she hardly ever turns left. I’m dead serious, she goes out of her way to just turn right, even if she has to do a circle which we find very cute. She’s an amazing dog and the only we can’t keep her is because my father in law was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and can no longer take care of her.

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Little John

Lhasa Apso Toy Poodle

Male

Santa Clara, CA

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

September 27, 2025, 4:48 pm

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Ernie

Jack Russell Terrier Border Terrier

Male, Senior

Santa Clara, CA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Not good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Ernie. Once Ernie gets to know you, he can be s weet and affectionate. He is very cautious with new people and needs slow introductions. Energy Level? Low to Medium House trained? Yes Describe how they are on a leash? Ernie walks well on a leash and is non-reactive. Describe how they are with other dogs? He generally ignores other dogs while on walks. At the shelter, he participated in playgroups and did well with other dogs. When he first arrived, he didn’t get along with the resident dog, but he’s been improving as he decompresses and relaxes. He could potentially live with other dogs with proper introductions and patience. Have they been around cats or other animals? How were they? Ignore cats we meet on walks (cats not moving); sometimes will chase a squirrel if it runs, but will continue walking easily. Commands they know? He knows how to sit and down. What are their favorite things? Cuddles, kisses, go out for walks, and all kinds of food/treats What do they need to work on? Coping with stress - meeting new people, vet visits, visitors in the home, etc How are they when left alone? How long have they been left alone? He is fine being left alone. He is calm and generally sleeps when left alone. Where do they sleep? His bed What is their ideal home? He would do best in a calm, patient home with people who understand his needs and are willing to give him the time and space to build trust and confidence. A quieter environment, with fewer visitors, would help him feel more secure as he continues to adjust. Once he feels safe, he’ll show what a genuinely wonderful, loyal boy he is. The Adoption fee is $325. For adoption consideration or to meet our dogs , please complete our online adoption application at www.everypetsdream.org/adopt . W e will have everything we need to know to call you back and set up an appointment. Follow us: Facebook and Instagram October 29, 2025, 12:19 am

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Koda

French Bulldog

Male, Young

Santa Clara, CA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Koda is recovering from a difficult past and a recent ear surgery, but you’d never know it from his spirit. He’s an incredibly sweet, outgoing, and friendly dog who gets along well with kids, cats, and dogs of all sizes. Koda loves to play with toys and fetch them! He also loves zoomies with his foster siblings. He currently lives with two large pit mixes and a poodle mix, and he loves playing with all of them, being particularly skilled at matching their play style and energy. Energy Level? Not very high House trained? Working on it Describe how they are on a leash? Easy, he's a great walker. Describe how they are with other dogs? Great! Have they been around cats or other animals? How were they? He has not lived with cats but he has met a dog savvy cat and did fine. Commands they know? Sit, and he is good with name recall What are their favorite things? Snuggles, toys, and friends What do they need to work on? Potty training-We are being patient, but French Bulldogs are known to be challenging with potty training, but he will get there! How are they when left alone? How long have they been left alone? He stays in his crate when not supervised. Longest alone has been 4 hours. Where do they sleep? In bed What is their ideal home? Koda ’s ideal home would be one that can provide lots of love and attention to this super special pup. He loves to snuggle his humans. He is quite the couch potato and would stay there all day if he could. But, just as much as he loves a good cuddle, he also loves to play with his foster brothers and sisters and go on little strolls through the neighborhood. He really is an easy-going guy. The ideal home would also understand that Frenchies do require a bit of extra care and is willing to offer that. Koda's Adoption fee is $525. For adoption consideration or to meet our dogs , please complete our online adoption application at www.everypetsdream.org/adopt . W e will have everything we need to know to call you back and set up an appointment. Follow us: Facebook and Instagram November 8, 2025, 12:03 am

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Spunk

Parson Russell Terrier

Male, Young

Santa Clara, CA

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Spunk is a COMPLETE sweetheart. He can be shy at first when he first meets people and may yield a submissive wee. Once he realizes you are safe, all he wants to do is love you and give you kisses. H e loves scritches and pets. When he’s comfortable, he will follow you around and lie against you. He wants as much attention as he can get, but on his terms. Energy Level? Low/Medium House trained? Yes. Just watch him closely the first few days. In a new place, he will want to mark. Once he is comfortable and feels safe, the marking went away completely. Describe how they are on a leash? We are still working on leash training. At first, he did the alligator roll when he felt the slightest tug on the leash, but after just a few days, he no longer does this, and will walk well short distances. It will take no time at all for him to be comfortable going on long walks. He loves to be outside! Describe how they are with other dogs? Spunk is a happy-go-lucky pup and loves to hang out with and initiate play with other dogs. If a dog shows that he/she is not interested, then Spunk just walks away politely. Have they been around cats or other animals? How were they? NA Commands they know? Sit What are their favorite things? Being by their person. Food motivated What do they need to work on? Submissive peeing, being handled. Walking on a leash for longer periods of time. He is also very shy around new people, so you need to go slow until trust is established. How are they when left alone? How long have they been left alone? Spunk is fine being left alone. He has been left alone for about 5-6 hrs. Where do they sleep? In a crate or on a dog bed What is their ideal home? Spunk would do well in any home with or without other dog(s). He would prefer to be in a house with someone around most of the time, but I think he would be able to adjust to a full-time working family, too. Spunk may need a bit of time to adjust. He prefers a calm environment. October 19, 2025, 3:41 am

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Dog shelters and rescues in Santa Clara, California

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Every Pet's Dream

2010 El Camino Real #143, (We do not have dogs at this address!), Santa Clara, CA 95050

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Westie, Rescue and Placement of Northern California

Santa Clara, CA 95050

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority

3370 Thomas Road, Santa Clara, CA 95054

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

Rescue

Nike Animal Rescue Foundation

San Jose, CA 95159

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Kuma & The Clouds Rescue

Santa Clara, CA 95051

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Tailchaser Rescue

San Jose, CA 95112

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

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Jake's Wish Dog Rescue

San Jose, CA 95155

Pet Types: dogs

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Cal State Dog Rescue (N CA)

PO Box 111103, Campbell, CA 95011

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Safe Haven Animal Sanctuary

P.O. Box, San Jose, CA 95157

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Silicon Valley Pet Project

P.O. Box 6145, San Jose, CA 95150

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo

Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen

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