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Puppies and dogs in Simi Valley, California

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Simi Valley, 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 Max's adoption status with email updates.
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Max

Mutt

Male, Adult
West Hills, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Max! He is looking for his new family to love him, play with him, and make sure he’s eating good food! He is a good boy who is very friendly with his family. He can be a little timid when he meets new people, but after you’ve introduced them and he knows they’re safe, he loves them! Max originally came from China as a rescue from the meat festival. He is 5 years old and he’s been in his current home since he was 4 months old. Sadly, we are moving to a new place that doesn’t allow dogs. He has lived with cats his whole life. He is not overly excited to hang out with cats, but he gets along with them just fine. He is not super affectionate- meaning he is not a lap dog. He does like to sit next to you, but he doesn’t like to cuddle. He doesn’t get mad, he just gets up. He likes to sleep in bed with his owner. He loves walks, watching squirrels, and going on walks. He’s potty trained and would like a back yard. He’s never bitten anyone. He’s a sweet, good boy!
We'll also keep you updated on Maggie's adoption status with email updates.
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Maggie

Westie, West Highland White Terrier Maltese

Female, Adult
West Hills, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Maggie is a very special little girl. She is extremely loyal and affectionate when comfortable. Unfortunately, Maggie has been dealt a difficult hand in life. Born as the runt of her litter, Maggie developed slower and has several contributing factors to her well being. She is a very anxious dog. She needs someone who understands that she is uncomfortable and needs love and attention. Her anxiousness does not allow for her to be around other animals, nor is she comfortable around small children. Her cherry eye does not seem to bother her, but her teeth did so she needed to have most removed. Now with only three teeth and a goofy smile, she can eat comfortably. Maggie would be best placed in a home with someone who can understand that she is not a social pet. She is sweet when she feels safe, but has been known to be defensive when feeling threatened, and because of her anxiety, most things make her feel that way. She may do best in a quiet 1-2 person home, possibly someone older.
We'll also keep you updated on Leo's adoption status with email updates.
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Leo

Labrador Retriever Boxer

Male, Adult
West Hills, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rehoming our 3 year old Boxer Lab mix! Leo is a goofy sweetheart who loves giving kisses! He enjoys going on walks and is great on leash. Living with his brother the past couple years has kept tensions high and has led him to become aggressive in our household. After a few instances involving both dogs and humans, we have decided that he needs a home with no other dogs and only a few people. He has been good with dogs in the past and training has shown improvement in his behavior! If you or anyone you know might be interested in giving this puppy a new home please reach out, thank you!
We'll also keep you updated on Sylvie's adoption status with email updates.
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Sylvie

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 3 yrs 3 mos
West Hills, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I am Sylvie, a 3 year old Shepherd who will make you smile everyday! I’m happy, laid-back and full of love. I promise I will be a ray of sunshine in your life. For reasons I do not understand and do not think about anymore (the past is in the past), I ended up at a high kill dog pound in California. I don't know what this means, but I was on a '72-hour euthanasia list.' Apparently it meant I would go to sleep forever, but - no, no, no I don't want to sleep... I want to explore, go on walks, meet other dogs, eat treats, go to the beach and so much more! Now I’m living the comfy life with my foster parents and ready to steal the hearts of my furever family. Please Read Full Bio Before Proceeding *[Please apply for her at www.animalcarezone.org/sylvie]* I did not have a good experience in my past home, so I may be a bit timid/shy of you at first. But I know not all humans are bad. Give me just a little time and I will warm up to you. My foster parents use the word 'gentle' to describe me. I would agree. I am gentle with everyone I meet, hoomans of all age and sizes. I am an easy-going girl and good with other dogs and cats as well. I am still learning 'word association', but I am a smart and with a treat in hand I will learn quickly. I’m very laissez fair at home, and love my snuggles. My foster parents always compliment me on my calmness indoors. Outdoors is no exception. I get many compliments from other dog parents on my calm demeanor even while on walks. I walk pretty well on a leash. If I see a squirrel, I am curious and will want to go near it, but I won't pull you! Oh, and people also say many nice things about my fur coat. I do enjoy the outdoors and I go for 3 walks a day. It’s good for me to get plenty of exercise because after all I am a Shepherd. I am okay in the crate for a couple of hours and we are working on increasing this time. If you leave the crate door open, I will go in happily, but if you lock the crate door it makes me nervous. We are working on this! Also, if you leave for long periods of time and keep me alone, I will miss you! My foster parents are trying to help me be a little more independent. However, that being said, I would love it if at least one person in my new family would work from home mostly. I would thrive in any environment. Either a house or an apartment. I am not picky. I just need regular exercise and most importantly - your love. Side note from the founder of ACZ - We do not understand how such well behaved dogs like Sylvie end up at the dog pound. She does not even have 'one bad bone' in her body. There are so many well tempered, kind and gentle dogs at dog shelters who just want love and nothing more. Please adopt a shelter dog today and save their life [literally...]
We'll also keep you updated on Mozza's adoption status with email updates.
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Mozza

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 7 yrs 1 mo
West Hills, 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
Location: Mozza is located in Los Angeles, California. Out of state applicants from USA and British Columbia, Canada are considered. Transportation cost will be extra. OK with 1 other calm medium / large dog Crate-trained Good with all humans even young children Please Read Full Bio Before Proceeding To apply for Mozza please visit: www.animalcarezone.org/mozza or e-mail info@animalcarezone.org with any questions. Hi, I'm Mozza - short for Mozzarella! I hope you like cheese, because I sure do! They say age is just a number, but I believe I am the perfect age. I don't have puppy energy anymore, but I still thrive on walks and would love exploring nature with you. I’m a laid back girl but I surprisingly ended up at death's door in a high-kill California shelter. Thankfully I was rescued and now I'm happy to spend my days snuggling with my foster mom. Whether you're a night owl or love sleeping in, I’ll happily let you snooze away and calmly hang out while you work through the day. At home, I’m really a no-fuss girl, you’ll see. I adapt to your lifestyle- while I love to take it easy and chew on my bones between naps, I also appreciate walks and sniffing new scents outdoors. I'm friendly, affectionate, and loyal to my humans above all. I’m a simple gal, happy to just be near you after a nice meal or a good walk. My golden-amber eyes have a way of drawing humans in with warmth and kindness. In addition to being motivated by belly rubs and affection, I'm very interested in treats (did anyone say CHEESE?) and will convince you to give me a few extra with my dazzling charm - with one ear up, I'm hard to turn down! Treats (especially CHEESE) will also help me learn more commands other than ‘sit’ and ‘stay’ which I already know. I have medium energy levels, but again - will adapt to you. On my walks, I’m not scared of cars, trucks, or loud noises, and I love meeting people, young and old. I do get a little over-excited about meeting other dogs, and I might pull a bit to say hello. But don’t worry, I’m learning to tone it down with training classes that my foster mom takes me to. I would be OK with 1 other medium sized calm dog in an home environment, though I can be a little assertive and over-excited, so my interactions still need to be supervised. I am still learning about boundaries and how to rest and be calm around other dogs. I'm a little unsure about cats, so would probably be best aligned in a home with loving humans and no other pets, or with one, calm submissive dog-friend as mentioned. Anyway, back to humans. I love humans. When I meet new people, I’m all about affection—I’m a social butterfly who loves to give and receive attention, no matter who you are. I’m gentle and friendly with all of the human species. I’m fully house-trained, so no accidents from me, as long as you take me out, of course. I'm slowly being crate trained and adapting well. I love my human friends so much and prefer when they're home, but am adjusting to being by myself will settle down after a bit. Generally I’m not destructive, and I don’t bark excessively. I’ll give you all the kisses and cuddles you want, but I’m also independent enough to let you have your space. Car rides? I love them! No anxiety here. Grooming? I’m a star—nail clipping, baths, and paw cleaning don’t faze me much. I am low maintenance and will thrive in any place that is safe, happy, and loving . Whether you’re looking for an adventurous companion for hikes or a cuddle buddy for quiet nights, I’m your girl. I’m low-maintenance and can thrive in just about any home, whether it’s an apartment, a house with a yard, or a cozy country spot with plenty of space - as long as you give me love, I'm set! I’m ready to start the next chapter of my life with my forever family. Will that be you? I can’t wait to meet you! *Side note from ACZ founder - We do not understand how such well-tempered dogs like Mozza end up at the dog pound. There are so many dogs like her at shelters in California. The state is going through a crisis, where adoptable dogs are being put down daily. Please adopt a shelter dog today and save their life [literally...] To apply for Mozza please visit: www.animalcarezone.org/mozza or e-mail info@animalcarezone.org with any questions.
We'll also keep you updated on Gwen's adoption status with email updates.
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Gwen

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 4 yrs 1 mo
West Hills, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Location: Gwen is located in Simi Valley, California. Out of state applicants from USA and British Columbia, Canada are considered. Transportation cost will be extra. Please Read Full Bio Before Proceeding To apply for Gwen please visit: www.animalcarezone.org/gwen or e-mail info@animalcarezone.org with any questions. What’s up! My name is Gwen and I’m looking for my forever home. I was dropped off as a stray at Animal Control but between you and me, I may have had a home before. I was on some sort of euthanasia list before I met some nice people that let me stay at a house again. It’s much better here because the shelter was very loud and distracting. In my new home with my foster dad, I’ve learned to sit, stay, and play fetch. I never pee or poop in the house, frankly, that seems a bit rude. I’ve got it down so well, and I am sure I can adapt to your schedule. I love to frolic around the backyard, chase bugs and birds, roll around on the floor, and chew on squeaky toys. I love my toys - I never tear them apart, I just like to carry them around and chomp on 'em. I have to tell you; I really love walks! SO much so, just looking at the leash makes me want to scream! If I get too excited, you can just sit and wait for me to remember that it's hard to put it on if I’m wiggling around. When I walk, I don’t pull too much but I do like to sniff. If you don’t want me sniffing around, you can tell me “Leave it” or “let’s go” and I’ll catch up! If we are walking and I see another animal, I am very curious and want to investigate. This is the only time you might have to hold my leash just a tad tighter. Recently I had a training session where I was introduced to another pup, and I did well walking on leash with the other dog in my presence. I have no problem walking along with you, following your lead, stopping at the ends of streets, etc. And if I make a mistake, you can just take a step back and I’ll trot over and try again no problem! When my human leaves for work, sometimes I get anxious, but I am learning how to calm down. I may bark for a little bit because I miss him but I am learning to keep myself busy by playing with my toys and licking the entire peanut butter mat clean before my foster dad returns. As of now I am not crate trained and I do not like staying behind a gated area either. Rest assured though, I have been in my foster dad’s home for 2 weeks and I am not at all destructive even when left alone. Nevertheless, my foster dad will work on making me feel comfortable in a crate and behind a dog gate. I feel much better if there’s a human around, so if you work from home or have a hybrid schedule, that would be my dream. Or maybe you can just take me with you, I won't be a problem in the car, I promise. My ideal home is with someone who has time for me. Are you counting your steps? I require daily exercise; I'll make sure you not only meet but but exceed your daily steps goal if you walk with me. Sure, I am totally chill just lounging on my own, but I would love for someone else to want me around as much as I want them! My foster dad wants me to tell you that I am such a good girl and super trainable. He’s been bragging to all his friends, coworkers, and neighbors about me! Everyone who meets me is smitten by how my floppy helicopter ears bounce around when I go on walks. I get many compliments from strangers on my demeanor and personality. I can't wait to show you what a good girl I am. I am just want to share all the love I have with a family who will cherish me in return. *Side note from the founder of ACZ - We do not understand how such well-tempered dogs like Gwen end up at the dog pound. There are so many dogs like her at shelters in California. The state is going through a crisis, where adoptable dogs are being put down daily. Please adopt a shelter dog today and save their life [literally...] To apply for Gwen please visit: www.animalcarezone.org/gwen or e-mail info@animalcarezone.org with any questions.

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Itty Bitty's & Pitties Rescue

543 Country Club Dr, Simi Valley, CA 93065

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C&J Rescue

488 Almond Ln, Simi Valley, CA 93065

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Dog Days Search & Rescue - Southern California

Simi Valley/Ventura County, CA 93065

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Animal Rescue Volunteers

1464 Madera Road N350, Simi Valley, CA 93065

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PET STOP RESCUE - DOGS

SIMI VALLEY, CA 93065

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Southern California Pit Bull Rescue

Simi Valley, CA 93094

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Pet Stop Rescue

PO Box 940463, Simi Valley, CA 93094

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Malibu Pet Companions

PO Box 7401, Thousand Oaks, CA 91359

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

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Zoe's Friends Animal Rescue

1772-J E. Avenida De Los Arboles, #193, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362

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Home Of Our Own Foundation

West Hills, CA 91307

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