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Puppies and dogs in Watsonville, California

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Watsonville, 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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Brutus

Dachshund

Male, Adult
Watsonville, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
We adopted Brutus and his sister Bella when they were only 2 months old. They turned 5 this past February. Brutus loves cuddling, adores affection of any kind, loves to play with his sister, lick and jump ( very high)!!! They are not very socialized so they also love to bark:) Brutus is extremely careful around our 2 yr old, he will not jump on or around her at all. We are haveing to rehome them because we have 4 kids and I will be starting school again soon myself.
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Brutus

Dachshund

Male, Adult
Watsonville, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
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We'll also keep you updated on Brutus's adoption status with email updates.
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Brutus

Dachshund

Male, Adult
Watsonville, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Brutus will need to be rehomed with his sister, Bella. We adopted Brutus and his sister Bella when they were 2 months old, they turned 5 in February. Brutus loves to cuddle, adores affection of any kind, loves to play and jump( very high!) and lives to protect us. He is extremely loyal, and very careful with my 2 year old, he doesn't jump on or around her at all. He and Bella are not very socialized so will bark at most strangers. He will tear into any dog bed you give him so he sleeps on blankets. We need to rehome them because we have 4 kids and I will be starting school myself soon and we want them to have the attention and time that we will not be able to provide anymore.
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Sasha

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Watsonville, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
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We'll also keep you updated on Bella's adoption status with email updates.
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Bella

Dachshund

Female, Adult
Watsonville, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Bella will need to be rehomed with her brother Brutus. We adopted Bella and Brutus when they were 2 months old, they are now 5. Bella loves cuddles, affection, treats, and playing with her brother. She is extremely loyal and extremely smart. She can use her tongue to open her kennel. She is also very careful with my 2 year old. She will not jump on or around her at all. Her and Brutus are not very socialized so will bark at strangers. We have to rehome them because we have 4 kids and i will be going back to school myself very soon. They will need and deserve to have the time and attention that we will not be able to provide anymore.
We'll also keep you updated on Brooklyn and Margot's adoption status with email updates.
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Brooklyn and Margot

Australian Shepherd

Female, Adult
Capitola, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi There: My friend and her daughter are needing to re-home their dogs in order to continue to afford to live in Santa Cruz county. The cost of housing is skyrocketing and rentals have been more scarce. Having two dogs has proven to be an unscalable obstacle for a now single mom. The dogs are sisters and must stay together. I am helping my friend with re-homing, as you can imagine, it is so very difficult for them to choose between their family dogs and continuing to live in their community. They have been raised in a family home with plenty of backyard. They are cuddly and sweet, but will definitely let you know if a visitor or prowler is about. Brooklyn and Margot are great companions they enjoy taking walks and hikes with their family and do well on leash. They are good listeners, love to play fetch and will sit and lay down upon command.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Watsonville, California

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Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter - Watsonville

580 Airport Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Border Collie Rescue of Northern California

P.O. Box 640, Castroville, CA 95012

Pet Types: dogs

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Pregnant Mare Rescue

PO BOX 962, Aptos, CA 95001

Pet Types: dogs, horses

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Animal Shelter Relief

PO Box 2682, Santa Cruz, CA 93907

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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South County Tail Waggers

Gilroy, CA 95020

Pet Types: dogs

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Thulani Senior German Shepherd Rescue

PO Box 1065, San Juan Bautista, CA 95045

Pet Types: dogs

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Paws for Genesis

Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Pet Types: dogs

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Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter

1001 Rodriguez Avenue, Santa Cruz, 580 Airport Blvd, Watsonville, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Santa Cruz SPCA

2685 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Friends of San Martin Animal Shelter

P.O. Box 71, Morgan Hill, CA 95038

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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