Looking to add a new companion to the family? There are dozens of delightful doggies at animal shelters in and around San Francisco, so you won't have to look far to find the perfect fit. Some shelters in the Bay Area and beyond have temporarily closed or reduced their hours amid the coronavirus pandemic, so if you are interested in an available pet, contact the animal rescue for its current adoption process.
If you would like to try out pet ownership, ABC affiliate KGO reports that some local animal organizations are seeking temporary homes for shelter pets. With resources stretched thin, donations are also welcome.
Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of dogs available for adoption near you. Read on to meet some friendly, furry locals.
(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.)
LuLu, chihuahua mix
LuLu is a charming female chihuahua mix in the care of 4 Dogs Farm Rescue.
LuLu is eager to make friends — she's happy to keep company with other dogs. LuLu is spayed, has had all her shots and has mastered her house-training etiquette.
LuLu's current caretakers say:
If you’re looking for a cuddly lap dog, this is your girl! She wants to spend all day snuggled up on your lap.
Read more about Lulu on Petfinder.
Salt, chihuahua mix
Salt is a male chihuahua mix in the care of Grateful Dogs Rescue.
Salt will get along great with your other dogs but will do best in a home without small children. He's been vaccinated and neutered. Good news: He is also already house-trained.
Here's what Salt's friends at Grateful Dogs Rescue think of him:
Salt is a healthy, adorable, 7-year-old, 9-10-pound, snowy-colored chihuahua terrier mix with a long thick tail. He loves to cuddle and has soft silky fur made for petting. He's a sweet, timid little guy who needs a kind human with patience to help him continue to build his confidence.
Apply to adopt Salt today at Petfinder.
Simba, Maltipoo mix
Simba is a male Maltipoo mix being kept at Beyond Rescue.
Simba will do best in a home without small children. He has had all of his shots, and he is neutered.
Simba's current caretakers say:
Simba is a very sweet, 1-year-old Maltese poodle mix, we think. He was recently rescued from the shelter and is coming out of his shell. He's doing well with other dogs in his foster h. Simba will come to you for attention and is affectionate, but he does not like being picked up or reached for. His new owners must be committed to going slow with him and doing training to build his confidence.
Apply to adopt Simba today at Petfinder.
Mimi, terrier
Mimi is a female terrier dog currently housed at Beyond Rescue.
Mimi is a social butterfly, and she gets along well with cats. Mimi is spayed and vaccinated.
From Mimi's current caretaker:
Mimi is a sweet, sensitive girl who is adjusting to her foster home. She is working on her potty and other doggy skills. Mimi really loves kids and tolerates the cat in her foster home. She rides well in the car, enjoys walks and is happy to chill with you on the couch or hang in her crate.
Apply to adopt Mimi today at Petfinder.
Ziggy, cattle dog
Ziggy is a male cattle dog currently housed at Rocket Dog Rescue.
Ziggy will do best with an owner who has time to bond with him, and he'll need a home free of other dogs. He is already vaccinated and neutered.
Here's what Ziggy's friends at Rocket Dog Rescue think of him:
This adorable guy is Ziggy! Ziggy is a 28-pound, jaw-droppingly cute cattle dog who is roughly one year old. Ziggy is looking for a fantastic forever home, but he'd also love a great foster home in the meantime!
Apply to adopt Ziggy today at Petfinder.
Bam Bam Bigelow, mastiff and pit bull terrier mix
Bam Bam Bigelow is a male mastiff and pit bull terrier mix currently residing at Rocket Dog Rescue.
Bam Bam Bigelow will get along great with your other dogs. His vaccinations are up-to-date, and he's neutered.
Here's what Bam Bam Bigelow's friends at Rocket Dog Rescue think of him:
This big hunk of love is ready to find his forever home (or a great foster home in the meantime)! We pulled Bam Bam Bigelow out of a local shelter and have all fallen head-over-heels for this sweet, giant-headed boy. He appears to be a mastiff/pit bull mix and is estimated to be around 6 years old.
Apply to adopt Bam Bam Bigelow today at Petfinder.
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