18 Best Dog Rescues in Orange County, California (Their Adoption Fees)

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The Best Dog Rescues in Orange County

According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, approximately 3.1 million dogs enter U.S. animal shelters nationwide every year.

Even though 2 million dogs are adopted every year, approximately 390,000 shelter dogs are still euthanized every year. Sad.

You can help dogs that end up in shelters/rescues by adopting these dogs.

We have researched and compiled a list of the best dog rescues in your area.

We should mention that our list is not exhaustive because any non-profit organization that takes dogs off the streets and offers dogs second chances deserves to be on our list. However, we do not have the space to include everyone.

If you know of any reputable dog rescue that we have not included on our list, please drop the name of the rescue in our comment section below.

Note that the animal rescues listed in this article did not pay us to include them in the list. We did our research without bias.

As a disclaimer, we will like to advise you to do your due diligence before working with any of the listed dog rescue organizations.

Also, always conduct your research and consult with specialists in your region before making any pet-related decisions.

If you think that rescuing a dog is not for you, and you want to buy a puppy instead, see our article on how much dogs of different breeds cost. Also, see our list of reputable dog breeders in different US states here.

See other dog rescues in the state of California here.

See other dog rescues in other states here.

  1. Pooch Match

    2. Best Dog Rescues in Santa Ana

    Since 2006, Pooch Match has removed stray dogs from low income areas and rescued from high kill animal shelters. They educate how to be a responsible pet owner. Adoptable pets are spayed/neutered, microchipped, de-wormed, and medically examined and tested.

    Pooch Match is a no-kill shelter.

  2. FOCHP

    3. Best Dog Rescues in Santa Ana

    FOCHP mission is to reduce euthanasia by promoting adoption. Adoptable pets are vaccinated, spay/neutered, and microchipped.

  3. Dalmatian Rescue of Southern California, Inc.

    4. Best Dog Rescues in Santa Ana

    Dalmatian Rescue of Southern California rescue dalmation dogs from high kill shelter to provide them a home until they are adopted. They educate the community on how to care for these dogs. Adoptable pets are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped.

    Dalmatian Rescue of Southern California, Inc. is a no-kill shelter.

  4. The Ark of San Juan, Companion Animal Rescue

    5. Best Dog Rescues in Santa Ana

    The Ark of San Juan rescue animals to avoid unneeded euthanasia in shelters from over crowding. Adoptable pets are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and medically tested.

  5. Southern California Pomeranian Rescue

    6. Best Dog Rescues in Santa Ana

    Since 2009, Southern California Pomeranian has rescued pomeranian`s from the streets and high kill animal shelters. Adoptable dogs are medically evaluated for behavior and health issues. They are spayed/neutered and microchipped.

    Southern California Pomeranian Rescue is a no-kill shelter.

  6. OC Animal Care

    7. Best Dog Rescues in Santa Ana

    OC Animal Care provide animal shelter and medical care to lost and strays. They educate the community on responsible animal ownership and they hold events to promote their adoptable pets.Adoptable pets are vaccinated, microchipped, and medically tested for parasites.

  7. Irvine Animal Care Center

    8. Irvine Animal Care Center provide temporary shelter for unwanted and abandoned animals for the city. They promote responsible pet ownership to ensure safe adoptions. Adoptable pets are spayed/neutered, medically examined, vaccinated, de-flead, de-wormed, microchipped, and provides adopter free vet check.

    Irvine Animal Care Center is a no-kill shelter.

  8. Newport Beach Animal Shelter

    9. Newport Beach Animal Shelter is managed by the police department. They check the community for animals roaming the street and respond with citizen complaints. They bring in homeless, stray, and aggresive animals to find a permanent home.

  9. Coastal German Shepherd Rescue of Southern California

    10. Coastal German Shepherd Rescue of Southern California rescue abandoned dogs to find their forever home. The medically treat dogs that are elderly and injured. They are dedicated to rescuing german shepherds. Adoptable dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped.

    Coastal German Shepherd Rescue of Southern California is a no-kill shelter.

  10. Mutts in Need

    11. Mutts in Need specialize in rescuing all size dogs and breeds. Adoptable dogs are microchipped, spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and de-wormed.

    Mutts in Need is a no-kill shelter.

  11. A Pawsitive Approach

    12. According to the Mission Statement of A Pawsitive Approach: “We are a fledgling organization, begun by a group of individuals from all walks of life. We are united by our love for animals, and the belief that we can and should do something to improve their treatment in our world. Here in Southern California, where we are located, there are countless dogs, cats and other animals that end up in Animal Shelters or out on the streets daily. They are abandoned, lost or discarded for any number of reasons. The members of our organization strongly believe that this can andmust change! Our mission is to use a proactive, “Pawsitive approach” to help effect that change! We are just starting out, but we have big plans!! We would love to have you join us! Please check back with us soon!! We are eagerly looking forward to the things to come, with a “Pawsit”

  12. WAGS ~ Westminster Adoption Group and Services

    13. According to the Mission Statement of WAGS ~ Westminster Adoption Group and Services: “WAGS {http://www.wagspetadoption.org/} is an “open-admission” animal rehabilitation and adoption center serving Westminster and Southern California”

  13. Bichon Rescue Brigade

    14. According to the Mission Statement of Bichon Rescue Brigade: “Bichon Rescue Brigade (BRB) is an all-volunteer group whose mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, and place Bichon Frise and Bichon Frise mixed dogs into responsible and caring homes – as well as providing a resource for public education on the breed and responsible dog ownership.”

  14. Promise 4 Paws

    15. According to the Mission Statement of Promise 4 Paws: “We are dedicated to rescuing homeless animals, rehabilitating and finding them permanent loving homes.
    We provide the highest standards of veterinary care and place them in nurturing foster homes until they are adopted.”

  15. The Zuri Pet Rescue

    16. According to the Mission Statement of The Zuri Pet Rescue: “Since becoming a 501(c)(3) non-profit we have rescued and placed over 1000 pets. Adoption fees and donations help us spay/neuter, provide medical care, food and shelter for all our rescues. Please think of our rescue when thinking of a end of the year donation. We would greatly appreciate it.

    Check out our Facebook and Instagram to see up to date photos of our current rescues and the events we have coming up!

    DOWNLOAD OUR `INTENT TO ADOPT` FORM HERE: http://www.thezuripetrescue.com/adoptions

     

     

     

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    The Zuri Pet Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, dog & cat no-kill rescue organization. We rescue dogs and cats from kill shelters in California to help reduce the need for adoptable animals to be euthaniz”

    The Zuri Pet Rescue is a no-kill shelter.

  16. Paw Prints in the Sand Animal Rescue, Inc.

    17. According to the Mission Statement of Paw Prints in the Sand Animal Rescue, Inc.: “Our mission is to save as many lives as possible and put an end to animal abuse, abandonment and neglect. We strive reduce shelter overpopulation, needless euthanasia, owner surrenders and the number of stray animals who roam our streets by promoting spaying and neutering, responsible pet ownership and pet retention.”

  17. Home Free Animal Rescue Sanctuary

    18. According to the Mission Statement of Home Free Animal Rescue Sanctuary: “We are a small rescue group based in Newport Beach, California.  We rescue dogs mostly from the Orange County shelter, but sometimes from other southern California shelters as well.  We have a facility in Newport Beach near the fairgrounds which is kennel based and we sometimes use fosters as well.”

  18. Doggie Bonez, Inc.

    19. According to the Mission Statement of Doggie Bonez, Inc.: “Doggie Bonez is a non-profit 501(c)(3), no kill, volunteer dog rescue organization. We are dedicated to rescuing dogs that are left homeless and abandoned. We rescue dogs from high kill shelters, backyard breeders, hoarding situations, neglect, abandonment and much more. We take in all dogs regardless of their age, temperament and physical needs.  We make sure all of our dogs have a thorough vet examination upon arrival.  We also make sure they are spayed or neutered.

    We place dogs in loving, responsible, committed permanent homes, following a comprehensive adoption process. We follow up with the dogs and their new family and provide any support that is necessary to facilitate the best experience possible.”

    Doggie Bonez, Inc. is a no-kill shelter.