Bay Area/ San Jose/ Fun & Entertainment
Published on February 14, 2020
These San Jose-based puppies are up for adoption and in need of a good homePhotos: Petfinder

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pups near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing puppies up for adoption at animal shelters in and around San Jose.

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 puppies 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.)


Leo, mixed breed

Leo is a charming male mixed breed puppy being kept at Angel's Furry Friends.

Leo loves to socialize, and he loves other dogs. He has mastered his house-training etiquette. He is vaccinated.

From Leo's current caretaker:

Leo is a seven-month-old boy looking for forever family. He is very playful and interactive. He loves to play with the toys, is not afraid of anything and is happy to just play. He is curious, likes to explore new places and likes to hand out with people. Leo was found by himself on a bus stop with injured paws, the injuries were pretty extensive, but he is healed and ready to be adopted. 

Read more about Leo on Petfinder.

Sassy, mixed breed

Sassy is a sweet female mixed breed puppy being kept at Angel's Furry Friends.

Sassy is friendly as can be — she'll get along great with your other dogs. Sassy has been vaccinated.

From Sassy's current caretaker:

Sassy is a six-month-old girl looking for forever family. She is tender and is a very calm baby. She moves quietly and with understanding. She loves balls and playing with her puppy friends. She is sweet with children and loves to kiss. Sassy is also good with cats. 

Read more about how to adopt Sassy on Petfinder.

Jimmy, mixed breed

Jimmy is a darling male mixed breed puppy staying at Angel's Furry Friends.

Jimmy is friendly as can be — he's happy to keep company with other dogs. He has had all his shots.

Jimmy's current caretakers say:

Jimmy is a seven-month-old boy looking for forever family. He is very sweet, gentle and affectionate. He loves to hang out on sofas and follows his humans everywhere. He is not too active and has medium energy. He was found with his family of siblings, along with his mother, by a public garage facility where they used to live. 

Read more about Jimmy on Petfinder.

Loki, mixed breed

Loki is a male mixed breed puppy currently residing at Angel's Furry Friends.

Loki is eager to make friends, and he loves other dogs. He has had all of his shots.

Notes from Loki's caretakers:

Loki is a six-month-old boy looking for forever family. He is active, curious and playful. He manages to poke his nose everywhere, loves to play, run and jump. He carries toys and loves to jump on and off the couch. Loki actively communicates with children and did not react to cats when he was shown to them. 

Read more about how to adopt Loki on Petfinder.

Nola, mixed breed

Nola is a female mixed breed puppy currently residing at Angel's Furry Friends.

Nola plays well with others, and she'll get along great with other dogs. She has been vaccinated.

Nola's current caretakers say:

Nola is a six-month-old girl looking for forever family. She is active, curious and playful. She has such a funny look as if she were surprised at something. Nola is active and friendly, she runs up to all newcomers and begins to smell and gets acquainted. Nola is ok with cats. 

Apply to adopt Nola today at Petfinder.

Russet, dachshund mix

Russet is an adorable male dachshund puppy being cared for at STAR - Support Team Animal Rescue.

Russet likes to socialize — he loves other dogs. Russet is vaccinated.

Here's what Russet's friends at STAR - Support Team Animal Rescue think of him:

Russet is a wonderful, bright, sweet little 17 week old Doxie mix pup who is looking for a family to call his own. Russet loves to romp and play with his foster siblings, give kisses to anyone that will hold him and is a clean slate of innocents and anticipation of a great life ahead. We are looking for that family/home that will give this pup a one stop forever home where he can grow up with guidance, routine and love. Russet wants that one-on-one attention and he has his paws crossed for that type of commitment.

Apply to adopt Russet today at Petfinder.


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