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Want to adopt a pet? Here are 5 lovable pups to adopt now in Los Angeles

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Published on August 16, 2019
Want to adopt a pet? Here are 5 lovable pups to adopt now in Los AngelesPhotos: Petfinder

Interested in adopting a pet — or just gazing at some delightful doggies up for adoption? There are dozens of darling dogs up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Los Angeles.

Animal shelters and pet rescue groups work hard to care for unhoused pets and connect them to loving homes. Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of dogs currently available for adoption.

(Details like pet availability, training, vaccinations and other features are based on data provided by Petfinder and may be subject to change; contact the shelter for the latest information.)


Hef, American bulldog

Hef is a darling male American bulldog dog being cared for at Angel City Pit Bulls.

Hef loves other dogs. Angel City Pit Bulls, however, wants to place him in a home without small children. He is already neutered, and he has all his shots. He has mastered his house-training etiquette.

Hef's current caretakers say:

Hef walks nicely on leash and enjoys stopping to say hi to neighbors, both big and small... Hef doesn’t need a ton of exercise to feel satisfied for the day, but he’d love to join you at the coffee shop or happy hour to take in the sights and sounds.

Apply to adopt Hef today at Petfinder.

Brooke, Australian cattle dog

Brooke is an adorable female Australian cattle dog dog staying at I Stand With My Pack.

Brooke will get along great with your kids, dogs or cats. She's mastered her house-training etiquette. She is already spayed and vaccinated.

Here's what Brooke's friends at I Stand With My Pack think of her:

Brooke is a beautiful lady who is a little shy at first but very lovable and affectionate the next minute... She will be a perfect addition to most families.

Read more about how to adopt Brooke on Petfinder.

Ms Zoey, dachshund mix

Ms Zoey is a winsome female dachshund mix currently housed at Dachshund Rescue of Los Angeles.

Ms Zoey will get along great with your other dogs. She has all of her shots, and she is spayed. Good news: She is already house-trained.

Notes from Ms Zoey's caretakers:

[Ms Zoey] enjoys people and loves to hang out on the couch or on a pillow next to her human... She is devoted to family and will be a wonderful companion... She would do best in a home as the only female dog.

Read more about how to adopt Ms Zoey on Petfinder.

Dharma, pointer and American Staffordshire terrier mix

Dharma is a female pointer and American Staffordshire terrier mix being cared for at The Mutt Scouts.

Dharma is a social animal — she loves other dogs. She is spayed, and she has all her shots. No need to worry: She's already house-trained.

Notes from Dharma's caretakers:

[Dharma] has a lot of energy and needs regular exercise. [She would be the] perfect companion for someone who loves hiking and being active. 

Read more about how to adopt Dharma on Petfinder.

Girl Scout, pug and chihuahua mix

Girl Scout is a female pug and chihuahua mix currently housed at A Purposeful Rescue.

Girl Scout gets along well with cats, dogs and children. She has mastered her house-training etiquette. She is vaccinated and spayed.

Apply to adopt Girl Scout today at Petfinder.


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