Ace of Hearts
Los Angeles organization. Adoption application, photos of available dogs, foster opportunities and information on making a donation.
All Breed Rescue
Yucaipa based non-profit organization. All breed rescue with emphasis on Whippets.
Alpha Canine Animal Sanctuary
No-kill haven for homeless dogs located north of Bakersfield. Calendar of events, schedule of adoption days, reasons to spay or neuter pets, and online donation form.
Animal Avengers
Los Angeles group founded by actress Shannon Elizabeth. Event schedule, adoption application, forum and store.
ARF - All Retriever Friends
Rescues retrievers in Southern California. Includes profiles of dogs, adoption application, volunteering opportunities and adoption success stories.
Ariel Rescue
South Orange County charity. Before and after photos, happy ending stories, and contact information.
Beagles and Buddies
Rescues purebred and mixed Beagles as well as other hounds. Provide medical exams, treatment, vaccinations, spaying/neutering, and adoption. Located in El Monte.
Brittany Foundation
Group with a sanctuary in Agua Dulce. Photos of available dogs including special needs animals. Links and information on how to help.
C.A.R.E. Cat and Canine Assistance
A no-kill organization helping homeless animals, located in Palmdale. Sponsor a homeless pet program, adoption application and happy endings stories.
Canine Crusaders
Redondo Beach all volunteer, non-profit organization. Details on outreach and community programs and pet related articles.
Canine Rescue Coalition, Inc.
Wildomar Neapolitan Mastiff and other Mastiff breed rescue organization. Memorial page, available pet photos and merchandise.
Chekia
Southern California chapter of Heart Bandits. Group is involved in all breed rescue with emphasis on Collie, Sheltie, American Eskimos and mixes thereof.
Corgially Yours
Rescue of Welsh Corgis and Mixes from Los Angeles shelters.
Countryside Kennel
A non-profit rescue group in Santa Rosa. Features a video of the kennel playable on the website, adoption, boarding and training information.
Cuddle A K9
Los Angeles area group specializes in puppies. Site features foster home information and photos of available and adopted dogs.
Cuddly Canines
Focus is on pregnant bitches and puppies. Los Angeles group.
Dog Savers Rescue
Volunteer group that rescues from shelters and places dogs in Marin County.
DPS for Homeless Tails
Riverside based group with a focus on Cocker Spaniels.
Forte Animal Rescue
Volunteer operated Los Angeles nonprofit organization. Pictures of available animals, and information on how to help.
FOTOS Dog Rescue
Small group dedicated to the rescue and placement of companion dogs from the Oakdale Animal Shelter. Profiles of dogs in foster care, ways to help, success stories and calendar of events.
Friends for Life Animal Rescue
Humboldt County group. Site features success stories, volunteer opportunities, calendar, community education programs and profiles of adoptable dogs.
Friends for Pets
Los Angeles area no-kill rescue and placement organization. Wish list, volunteer opportunities, newsletter and information about their eScrip program.
Hearts for Hounds
Orange County small dog and puppy rescue for all breeds and mixes. Lists adoption event schedule and ways to help.
Home At Last
Berkley group rescues from local shelters and provides rehabilitation and placement. Photos of adoptable dogs, foster opportunities, wishlist and mobile adoption calendar.
Homeward Hounds
Los Angeles group. Site features profiles of available animals, volunteering and dog sponsor information.
Hug-A-Dog
Adoption procedures, photographs of available dogs, and information about spay and neuter program.
K-9 PALS
Volunteer non-profit organization providing adoption, fostering, and training for dogs at the Santa Barbara County Animal Shelter. Pictures and information on adoptable dogs, volunteer needs, and success stories.
K9 Haven
San Francisco Bay Area. Focus is on small breeds under 25 pounds. Online adoption application and bulletin board.
L.I.F.E. Animal Rescue
Agoura Hills volunteer group. List of adoptable pets, ways to help, wish list and a guestbook.
Lhasa Happy Homes
Santa Monica organization specializes in primarily Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, Maltese and other small breeds.
Life is the Pits Rescue
Los Angeles group all breed rescue with a focus on Pit Bulls. Pictures of dogs awaiting new homes.
Little Bow Wow Rescue
Anaheim based non-profit organization. Adoption event information and available pet photos.
Little Dog Rescue
Santa Ana based small breed non-profit group. Alumni, before and after photos and online adoption application.
Malibu Pet Companions
Community based, non-profit volunteer organization in Malibu. Contact and mobile adoption day information.
Much Love Animal Rescue
News and pictures of adoptable pets. Los Angeles.
New Leash On Life
Large Woodland Hills non-profit organization. Searchable adoptable pet database, education section, volunteer application, information and photos of planned no-kill shelter.
Noah's Bark
Manhattan Beach group. Success gallery, pet health care resources, guestbook and volunteer information.
North Bay Canine Rescue and Placement
Petaluma group. Features adoption policies, available animals, bulletin board and links to related sites.
Northern California Sled Dog Rescue
Nordic breed rescue in Northern California. Includes information on the breeds, adoption requirements and calendar of events.
Operation K9 Rescue
Rescues and rehabilitates rare Mastiffs, American Bulldogs, and Bulldog breeds. Includes photos of available animals, breed information and success stories. Located in Encinitas.
Pacific Coast Dog Rescue
Non-profit organization founded in 1998 with a facility in Burbank. Features news, event information and success stories.
Peninsula Pet Rescue
Palos Verdes area group. Rescues from local shelters. Photos of adoptable animals, event details, low cost or free spay and neuter information.
Perfect Pet Rescue
Los Angeles based non-profit organization. Downloadable adoption contract and photos of available animals. Specialize in small breeds.
Pet Adoption Fund
No-kill rescue and adoption organization with a shelter in Canoga Park.
Pet Orphans Fund
Los Angeles organization founded in 1973. Dedicated to the advancement of companion animal welfare. Information on discount spay and neuter, pet care, training and volunteer opportunities.
Pet Pro Life
Huntingon Beach group. Features volunteer appliction, happy storie and available pet photos.
Pooch Heaven
Charitable Encino organization dedicated to the rescue and placement of stray dogs. Sponsoring and volunteer information.
PROUD
Central Valley, Kingsburg group. Photographs of available dogs, wish list and an online adoption application.
Pups and Pals
A pet rescue and placement service in Orange and Los Angeles Counties. News, adoption application, and pictures of available dogs.
Rainbow Rescue
Non-profit dog and cat rescue located in Rosamond. Gift store, links and sponsor a pet program.
Rover Rescue
Provides information on spaying and neutering, before and after photographs, and volunteer information. Los Angeles.
Sage Canyon Animal Sanctuary
No-kill sanctuary providing shelter and adoptions for abused and abandoned dogs. PIctures of available dogs, events calendar, how to help, testimonials, and frequently asked questions. Aguanga.
Save A Dog Today
Working to educate owners about the importance of spaying or neutering pets and finding homes for dogs in need. Adoption application, pictures of available dogs, and the history of their rescue.
Save That Dog
Southern California organization rescues and places young shelter dogs of all breeds and sizes.
SC Paw
Volunteer rescue organization of University of Southern California students, staff, faculty and alumni focusing on the South Central neighborhood near the campus. Upcoming events, how to become a member, sponsorship and foster home details.
Small Dog Rescue
San Rafael group focuses on dogs under 20 pounds. Photographs of adoptable canines, ways to help, and a mailing list.
Small Wonders Rescue
Los Angeles small breed rescue group. Site includes photos of available animals, Rainbow Bridge page and success stories.
Smiley Dog Rescue
San Francisco Bay Area group of volunteers, Profiles of available dogs, volunteer and foster opportunities, dog care articles and a newsletter.
The Amanda Foundation
Non-profit organization in Los Angeles that rescue from city and county shelters. Features pictures of available dogs, volunteer, donating and contact information.
The Bill Foundation
Takes in dogs from Los Angeles county shelters to place in permanent homes. List of available dogs, foster home opportunities, volunteering details and Ebay store.
Venice Animal Allies
All-volunteer organization. Pictures of available dogs and a list of their services.
Xaviar's Rescue
Rescue service designed to find homes for small dogs 40 pounds and under. Photographs of available dogs, adoption application, and history of the rescue. Sacramento.