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Animal Advocates of the US - San Diego Chapter

Animal rescue in El Cajon, CA

We find homes for homeless dogs and cats from the poorest communities by helping adopters find the right pet based on their needs and lifestyle. Our success rate is amazing. We have found great homes for thousands of dogs and cats since we started 10 years ago. We'll work with you to find the right pet and assist with post-adoption tips and support. We strive to make your pet adoption a happy one.

We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All donations are tax deductible.

Contact
Address
El Cajon, CA 92122
Donation Please visit our Donations page to make a safe and secure donation online
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Adoptable pets at Animal Advocates of the US - San Diego Chapter

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

Belgian Malinois/Catahoula Leopard Dog

Male, 8 mos
El Cajon, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Amazing Nino's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Amazing Nino

Maltese/Chihuahua

Male, 8 mos
El Cajon, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Amazing Nina's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Amazing Nina

Shih Tzu/Maltipoo

Female, 8 mos
El Cajon, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Capulin's adoption status with email updates.
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Capulin

Westie, West Highland White Terrier/Schnauzer (Standard)

Male, 9 mos
El Cajon, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Angel Baby's adoption status with email updates.
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Angel Baby

American Staffordshire Terrier/American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 mos
El Cajon, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Baby "Lunita" small moon:)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Baby "Lunita" small moon:)

Maltipoo/Shih Tzu

Female, 8 mos
El Cajon, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Adorable Nellita - Petite girl's adoption status with email updates.
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Adorable Nellita - Petite girl

Maltese/Shih Tzu

Female, 2 yrs 2 mos
El Cajon, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Paloma - dove's adoption status with email updates.
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Paloma - dove

Chiweenie/Corgi

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
El Cajon, CA

Rescue FAQs

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Additional adoption info

The adoption fees varies from $400 for older dogs and $500 and up for younger dogs and for puppies - and $175-$195 for cats. **there will be a different higher adoption fee for a popular breed/purebred (including cats) will be case by case and some breeds could go up to $800.

Some exceptions could be made for special needs older dogs** and cats** from $100 to $200

We provide the following services and benefits to new pet owners: *

DOGS:

Spay/Neuter (unless due to age being too young - Stipulations will be specified in our Adoption Agreement as must to be done)
All vaccines up to date (puppies with at least 2 sets of DHLPP)
Distemper
Hepatitis
Leptospirosis
Parvovirus
Parainfluenza
Deworming
Flea medication
Temporary Collar
Temporary leash

CATS:
Spay/Neuter
FRCP vaccines up to date (minimum 1 vaccine)
Rabies vaccine
Deworming
Flea medication

The Adoption Fee is not refundable unless discussed at time of adoption and specified at our adoption agreement at our discretion and it is case by case. We want you to be happy with the pet so we’re here to work with and support you through the pre-adoption and post-adoption process.

ADOPTION APPLICATION: Apply here.


We require an adoption agreement.

Adoption application

http://aaofus.org/adoption-application.html

Pets at shelters & rescues near Animal Advocates of the US - San Diego Chapter

Labradors and Friends Dog Rescue Group

2307 Fenton Parkway #107-160,
San Diego, CA 92108

We'll also keep you updated on Cactus Pups - Sonora - Adopted!'s adoption status with email updates.
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Cactus Pups - Sonora - Adopted!

Pointer/Labrador Retriever

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

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Adult
Encinitas, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Shiloh's adoption status with email updates.
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Shiloh

German Pinscher/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 10 mos
Encinitas, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Shadow's adoption status with email updates.
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Shadow

Belgian Malinois

Male, 7 yrs 11 mos
San Diego, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Johnny's adoption status with email updates.
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Johnny

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Escondido, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Snickers's adoption status with email updates.
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Snickers

Labrador Retriever/Miniature Pinscher

Female
Temecula, CA

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