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VIVA-Pawsitive Purrposes Baja

Animal rescue in San Ysidro, CA

We rescue abandoned dogs and cats from the street, or that are owner relinquished. They are provided with vet care, nutrition, and love. We make them happy and healthy and ready for adoption and with your continued training and support they can flourish into a wonderful family member.

Contact Rita Monares
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San Ysidro, CA 92173
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Adoptable pets at VIVA-Pawsitive Purrposes Baja

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

Blue Heeler

Male, 10 mos
San Ysidro, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Mami's adoption status with email updates.
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Mami

Border Collie/Mastiff

Female, 2 yrs 8 mos
San Ysidro, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Paloma's adoption status with email updates.
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Paloma

Labrador Retriever/Sloughi

Female, 4 yrs 8 mos
San Ysidro, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Foster's adoption status with email updates.
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Foster

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Carolina Dog

Male, 1 yr 8 mos
San Ysidro, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Coffee's adoption status with email updates.
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Coffee

Anatolian Shepherd/Carolina Dog

Male, 1 yr 3 mos
San Ysidro, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Oreo's adoption status with email updates.
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Oreo

Border Collie/Australian Shepherd

Male, 1 yr 3 mos
San Ysidro, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Latte's adoption status with email updates.
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Latte

Australian Kelpie/American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, 7 yrs 8 mos
San Ysidro, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Tommy's adoption status with email updates.
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Tommy

Belgian Malinois/German Shepherd Dog

Male, 3 yrs 6 mos
San Ysidro, CA

Rescue FAQs

San Diego County but have placed dogs in other counties and states under the right circumstances. We may also be able to fly dogs to certain states and Canada.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Approve Application
  • 4. Home Check
  • 5. Pay Fee
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Adoption fee or dogs includes spay or neuter, up to date shots, dewormer, flea and tick treatment and rabies. Interview via phone or email questionnaire,home inspection and signature on adoption contract at time of application. This insures your commitment to the animal.

Adoption application

https://pawsitivepurrposesbaja.com

Pets at shelters & rescues near VIVA-Pawsitive Purrposes Baja

Friends of SNAP

PO Box 235287,
Encinitas (San Diego), CA 92023

BellMar Small Dog Rescue

P.O. Box 644,
Ramona, CA 92065

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

Poodle (Standard)

Male, Adult
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Gunny (female)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Gunny (female)

Labrador Retriever

Female, Senior
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Havoc's adoption status with email updates.
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Havoc

Australian Cattle Dog/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

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

Pug/Chihuahua

Female, 10 mos
Oceanside, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Josie's adoption status with email updates.
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Josie

Belgian Malinois

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

Chiweenie/Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Escondido, CA

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