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Published on June 12, 2020
6 cuddly canines to adopt now in Los AngelesPhotos: Petfinder

Interested in adopting a pet — or just gazing at some cuddly canines 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.)


Tatsoi, Chiweenie mix

Tatsoi is a winsome female Chiweenie mix currently housed at A Purposeful Rescue.

Tatsoi loves cats and dogs. She has mastered her house-training etiquette. She's vaccinated and spayed.

More from Tatsoi:

My owner died and I ended up at the shelter before the nice rescue people came and got me... I have a little separation anxiety but I am figuring things out and doing so much better.

Apply to adopt Tatsoi today at Petfinder.

Hiei, American bulldog mix

Hiei is an adorable male American bulldog mix being cared for at Kosmas' Garden Of Angeles Inc.

Hiei gets along well with other dogs. His ideal forever home would be a cat-free environment. He is neutered and vaccinated. He's mastered his house-training etiquette.

From Hiei's current caretaker:

His favorite things to do are laying in the sun, being pet, eating, and to be chased around... Hiei is very affectionate and sweet but deals with a lot of anxiety, specifically a deep fear of loud noises (thunder, fireworks, gunshots, etc.) and will usually try to run and hide if something loud scares him. Because of his high energy and anxieties he needs an experienced owner that has an understanding of dog psychology and behavior.

Apply to adopt Hiei today at Petfinder.

Emma, terrier and Jack Russell terrier mix

Emma is a female terrier and Jack Russell terrier mix currently housed at Wags and Walks.

Wags and Walks wants to place Emma in a home without small children. Fear not: She is already house-trained. She has had all of her shots, and she's spayed.

Here's what Emma's friends at Wags and Walks think of her:

[Emma] has adapted to foster life very well, but prefers a quieter household where she can lay around, cuddle and get treats. Overall, she is low maintenance and would do great for someone looking for a companion.

Apply to adopt Emma today at Petfinder.

Yogi, American Staffordshire terrier and American Bully mix

Yogi is a charming male American Staffordshire terrier and American Bully mix currently housed at Wags and Walks.

Yogi is a social animal, and he gets along well with other dogs. He's already vaccinated and neutered. No need to worry: He's already house-trained.

Notes from Yogi's caretakers:

He loves affection and truly doesn't have a mean bone in his body.

Read more about Yogi on Petfinder.

Sylas, dachshund mix

Sylas is a male dachshund mix staying at Dogs Without Borders.

Sylas loves other dogs. Dogs Without Borders, however, wants to place him in a home without small children. He's been vaccinated and neutered. No need to worry: He's already house-trained.

From Sylas' current caretaker:

[Sylas is] great on leash and is an easy-going boy that would love a home with someone that is around a lot or can take him to work with them.

Apply to adopt Sylas today at Petfinder.

Bristol, American Staffordshire terrier mix

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

Bristol is gentle, and he plays well with children. He has mastered his house-training etiquette. Bristol is neutered, and he has had all his shots.

Notes from Bristol's caretakers:

Bristol is our little pocket pittie with the cutest underbite... She is very friendly with people, and with continued basic training she will make a phenomenal family member. She is confident, playful and would benefit for someone who loves to be active and work with their dog.

Read more about Bristol on Petfinder.


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