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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in San Marcos, California. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
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Huey

German Shepherd Dog Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult
San Marcos, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We rescued Huey from a home that had another dog that didn’t get along with him and a newborn baby when he was about 5 months old. He was attacked on leash as a puppy and doesn’t do very well with other dogs. We have never had him around children, but he does well at home and loves to run and play catch. He’s a very sweet and loving dog, but has energy and loves to walk run and play. He needs a good home with a yard. I’m getting deployed and nobody can take care of him while I’m gone, so please help me find this good boy a loving home!

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Sophia/Ivy2

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, Adult
San Marcos, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hi I am Sophia- and I am a SWEETIE!!! I am a 1 year old German Shepherd mix. and weigh 48 lbs. I am looking for my new family- ideally an active family who has large dog experience. I can be nervous at first and then I settle in beautifully and am loving! I love my people!! I previously lived with 2 cats and 2 small dogs but this time around would like a buddy closer to my size. I walk great on a leash, love to hike, run along with a bike (safely) as I am young and energetic. I am learning to like car rides more and more (as I am just starting to go to fun places). I am crate trained and house trained. Sophia's Adoption fee is $300 and includes spay, microchip and current vaccinations. To fill out an adoption application, visit https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/SSP-A-784 To follow Sophia on her journey to a loving family on SPOT's Facebook page, visit https://facebook.com/spotsavespets/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/spotsavespets/

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Sadie2

English Bulldog

Female, Adult
San Marcos, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Sweet Sadie is a fun loving, 45 lb, 3 year old Bulldog mix girl who just wants to have fun! She is passionate about her toys and her food and during her time in her foster home she has learned to love bits of sweet potato, banana, zucchini and other healthy foods as a treat. Sadie loves going for walks at cool and quiet times of the day and travels well in the car. At home when she's not enjoying a toy dismantling party or chewing on a bone or a Kong, she is a super calm couch potato. Sadie loves to meet new people and is very friendly with everyone as well as quite affectionate. She gets over excited when meeting new dogs so she would do best as the only princess in the home, and no cats for Ms.Sadie. Because she can be dog selective and over excited when seeing them, no children would be best (she would sneak out like a Ninja through a door left open!). She knows sit and shake and would love to learn some new commands - and since she's so motivated by treats, training sessions are fun for her. Sadie is crate trained and perfectly potty trained too! Sadie's Adoption fee is $300 and includes spay, microchip and current vaccinations. To fill out an adoption application, visit https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/SSP-A-783. Sadie on her way to a loving family on SPOT's Facebook page, visit https://facebook.com/spotsavespets/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/spotsavespets/

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Ike

Australian Cattle Dog Australian Shepherd

Male, Young
San Marcos, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Ike is a real pack animal and would be happiest with another dog. This gorgeous 28 lb, 10 month old male Blue Heeler/Aussie Shepherd mix is playful, and energetic. Like most herding breeds, Ike is smart, loyal, and checks in and keeps an eye on his 'pack'. Not a dog who likes to lay around all the time, he needs regular exercise and mental stimulation to thrive. He is working dog, so he needs a job. Ongoing training for Ike would help satisfy that need. This boy loves going for walks runs, playing with other dogs, and hanging with his people. likes to entertain himself with toys and and is a constant source of entertainment Ike has a previously healed fracture in his rear left leg. He had a very rough start in life and is now enjoying being a loved family member in his foster home. Ike's adoption fee is $450 and includes neuter, microchip and current vaccinations. To fill out an adoption application, visit https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/SSP-A-838 To follow Ike on his journey to a loving family on SPOT's Facebook page, visit https://facebook.com/spotsavespets/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/spotsavespets/

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*** Luna

German Shepherd Dog Labrador Retriever

Female, Adult
San Marcos, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
This is a courtesy listing, not a SPOT Rescue dog. For more information regarding Luna, contact Kelly below... Luna is a very loving dog. She loves children and adults and gets along with other dogs She is high energy, loves to ride in the car, loves the snow and hiking and is very smart. She comes with an E collar and the $1,600 training that comes with it. She has been microchipped and fixed. She is 2 and 1/2 and is a mix of German Shepherd, Lab and Rottweiler. She looks like a German Shepherd and she does have some resource guarding in her crate but has never bit anyone. She comes with a bed, wire crate, and medicine for anxiety when going to the vet. She would love to be with a single person who likes to hike or a family who has time to play and walk with her. She is a great running partner and is a good stroller walker. She is so loving, it is breaking our hearts that we have some circumstances within our family and cant keep her. Kelly 910-526-8221 Luna what love!!

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Priya

Greyhound Doberman Pinscher

Female, Adult
San Marcos, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Pretty Priya is ready for her forever family! Priya a gorgeous Greyish Brown, 1 year old, 59 lb female Doberman Pinscher/Greyhound mix. Priya loves going for walks, and would make a great running or hiking buddy. She is house trained and crate trained, and loves chewing on her bene bones and squeaky toys. Priya is a fun, goofy girl, who is good with other dogs, but would do best with a medium to large male, or would be happy as an only dog. She had a very tough start in life, and deserves to be a loved family member, it's her turn now! Her adoption fee is $300 and includes spay, microchip and current vaccinations. To fill out an adoption application, visit https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/SSP-A-992 To follow Priya on her journey to a loving family on SPOT's Facebook page, visit https://facebook.com/spotsavespets/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/spotsavespets/

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Dog shelters and rescues in San Marcos, California

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Forgotten Paws Animal Rescue

San Marcos, CA 92079

Pet Types: dogs

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SPOT (Saving Pets One at a Time)

PO BOX 2123, San Marcos, CA 92079

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Saving Shelter Pets of CA

San Marcos, CA 92069

Pet Types: dogs

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PapAdopters - California

San Marcos, CA 92069

Pet Types: dogs

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Happy Hearts German Shepherd Rescue - San Marcos Chapter

San Marcos, CA 92078

Pet Types: dogs

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Sam's Rescues

San Diego, CA 92026

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Maltese Rescue Washington

10520 Burned Oak Lane, Escondido, CA 92026

Pet Types: dogs

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K9 Connection Pet Re Homing and Adoption

escondido, CA 92029

Pet Types: dogs

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Animal Synergy

po box 176, Vista, CA 92085

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Spay Mexico, Inc.

Vista, CA 92083

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd
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German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky
Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo
Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen
Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever
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