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5 cuddly canines to adopt now in Los Angeles

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Published on April 17, 2020
5 cuddly canines to adopt now in Los AngelesPhotos: Petfinder

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some delightful doggies up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing 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.)


Louie, American Staffordshire terrier mix

Louie is a male American Staffordshire terrier mix being kept at Wags and Walks.

Louie loves other dogs. He already has had all of his shots, and he is neutered. Fear not: He is already house-trained.

Notes from Louie's caretakers:

Like most pitties, [Louie] is extremely affectionate and loves to snuggle and cuddle up with humans... He also is playful and loves regular exercise and mental stimulation. He is social, enjoys meeting new people and will do great in a home looking for a well-balanced sweet pup. 

Read more about Louie on Petfinder.

Grampy Jack, cockapoo mix

Grampy Jack is a male cockapoo mix being cared for at A Purposeful Rescue.

Grampy Jack likes to socialize, and he gets along well with children, cats or dogs. His vaccinations are up to date, and he's neutered. He's mastered his house-training etiquette.

Apply to adopt Grampy Jack today at Petfinder.

Beluga, Great Pyrenees mix

Beluga is a male Great Pyrenees mix being cared for at Wags and Walks.

Beluga is friendly as can be, and he's happy to keep company with other dogs. Beluga is already neutered, and he has had all his shots. Fear not: He is already house-trained.

Here's what Beluga's friends at Wags and Walks think of him:

[Beluga] has a hilarious personality, loves to play and go on walks and loves exploring.

Read more about how to adopt Beluga on Petfinder.

Hugo, spaniel and chihuahua mix

Hugo is a male spaniel and chihuahua mix being kept at The Mutt Scouts.

He's already house-trained. He's been vaccinated and neutered.

From Hugo's current caretaker:

[Hugo] loves long walks and spending as much time outside as possible, playing fetch [and] getting belly rubs and a good ear scratch... He is truly a special guy who is continually blossoming into an amazing little dog.

Apply to adopt Hugo today at Petfinder.

Boris, Havanese and poodle mix

Boris is a male Havanese and poodle mix being kept at The Mutt Scouts.

Boris likes to socialize — he's happy to keep company with other dogs. He's mastered his house-training etiquette. Boris is already neutered and vaccinated.

Notes from Boris' caretakers:

Boris came to us after being found as a stray in horrible shape. He was severely matted, but, even with all the hair, [he was] sweet as can be... He does have juvenile cataracts and seems to be a little clumsy, but he doesn't let that slow him down. He loves to play and chase tennis balls. 

Read more about Boris on Petfinder.


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