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Dog rescues and shelters near Santa Cruz, CA

Places to adopt a dog within 50 miles of Santa Cruz

43within 50 miles
19shelters
24rescue groups

There are 43 dog rescues and animal shelters within 50 miles of Santa Cruz, California, from 2 to 50 miles away. They are listed closest first.

Rescues and shelters come from public business listings. We do not run adoptions and nobody pays to appear. Call first: hours and available dogs change every day.

Closest dog rescues and shelters to Santa Cruz

8

Mutt Luv Rescue

Los Gatos, CA · 19 mi away · Rescue group
No reviews yet
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12

All Animal Rescue & Friends (AARF)

Morgan Hill, CA · 23 mi away · Rescue group
4.88 reviews
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13

AARF Adoption Playground

Morgan Hill, CA · 23 mi away · Rescue group
5.05 reviews
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24

Doggie Protective Services (DPS Rescue) - Appointment Only

Palo Alto, CA · 31 mi away · Rescue group
3.963 reviews
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27

Lherman Animal Rescue Service LLC

Milpitas, CA · 33 mi away · Rescue group
No reviews yet
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30

bayareabulldogCA

East Palo Alto, CA · 34 mi away · Rescue group
No reviews yet
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36

Animal Welfare Info & Assstnc

Carmel Valley, CA · 37 mi away · Animal shelter
No reviews yet
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38

Your pets favor

Fremont, CA · 42 mi away · Rescue group
5.01 review
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41

Greyhound Adoption California

Pleasanton, CA · 47 mi away · Rescue group · Greyhound
5.01 review
(925) 998-3422 Directions

All dog rescues and shelters in California · Dog breeders near Santa Cruz

Questions

Where can I adopt a dog near Santa Cruz, CA?

There are 43 dog rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Santa Cruz. The closest is Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter in Santa Cruz, about 2 miles away.

How many animal shelters are near Santa Cruz?

19 animal shelters and 24 rescue groups within 50 miles, including 3 that work with a single breed.

What do I need to adopt a dog?

Most rescues ask for an application, a photo ID, proof that your landlord allows pets if you rent, and sometimes a home visit. Shelters are usually faster: you can often meet a dog and take it home the same day.