Looking to add a new member to your family and give back to the world at the same time? Then you should consider adopting a dog, cat or other kind of pet from a local shelter or organization. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many local animals are still looking for their forever homes and facilities still working to place pets with families.
There are thousands of dogs, cats and other animals of all ages and sizes without a home in California — and many are located within driving distance. In the search for a new friend, consider looking around at a local adoption center like Adopt And Shop, where Topher the cat is waiting patiently. If you aren’t sure if you have time to take care of a pet year round, many shelters also offer opportunities to foster pets until they are placed in permanent homes.
If you need some help in your search, Patch and Petfinder have you covered. We round up a list each week of all the pets recently put up for adoption in your area. If you’re a cat person, meet Sweet Potato, a Domestic Short Hair up for adoption. Or if dogs are more your thing, there are several great dogs available, too. Click on any listing for more information, or to start the adoption process.
Editor’s note: This list was automatically generated using data compiled by Petfinder. Please report any errors or other feedback to content@patch.com.
- Name: Sweet Potato
- Species: Cat
- Location: Adopt And Shop, Culver City, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Hi, I’m Sweet Potato! Just like my name, I’m the sweetest girl you’ll meet. I’m a beautiful black and white…” Learn more
- Name: Rye
- Species: Cat
- Location: Adopt And Shop, Culver City, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
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- Name: Vision
- Species: Cat
- Location: Adopt And Shop, Culver City, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Hey, I’m Vision! I’m very vocal during all kinds of activities. I will squeal when I am playing, in the…” Learn more
- Name: Suncup
- Species: Cat
- Location: Adopt And Shop, Culver City, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Hi there, I’m Suncup! I’m just a handsome sweet boy. My personality is so bright and loving. I’m just a…” Learn more
- Name: Topher
- Species: Cat
- Location: Adopt And Shop, Culver City, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Hey, I’m Topher! I’m a very handsome guy with gorgeous hair and a fluffy tail. I’m a good balance of…” Learn more
- Name: Primrose
- Species: Cat
- Location: Adopt And Shop, Culver City, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Hey, I’m Primrose! I’m a sweet girl who loves attention. I will jump into your arms for pets and cuddles….” Learn more
- Name: Thelma
- Species: Dog
- Location: Adopt And Shop, Culver City, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Spaniel
- Description: “Hey there, I’m Thelma! I’m an adorably sweet lady. I enjoy cuddling on the couch and being close to you….” Learn more
- Name: Genie
- Species: Cat
- Location: Adopt And Shop, Culver City, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Hey, I’m GENIE! I’ll grant all your wishes of having the best most prettiest kitty ever. I’m a girl in…” Learn more
- Name: Meatball
- Species: Cat
- Location: Adopt And Shop, Culver City, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Hi, I’m Meatball! I used to be a little shy but now I crave to be around humans more and…” Learn more
- Name: Josie
- Species: Cat
- Location: Adopt And Shop, Culver City, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Hey there, I’m Mama Josie! I’m just the sweetest most affectionate gal in town. I love to be held. You…” Learn more
- Name: Sourdough
- Species: Cat
- Location: Adopt And Shop, Culver City, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
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- Name: Peony
- Species: Cat
- Location: Adopt And Shop, Culver City, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Hey, I’m Peony! I’m a handsome and adorable guy. I’m a good balance of playful and mellow. I love to…” Learn more
- Name: Champ
- Species: Dog
- Location: Wallis Annenberg Petspace, 12005 Bluff Creek Dr, Playa Vista, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Chihuahua
- Description: “Hi there, I’m Champ! I’m a kind young guy who might take a minute to warm up to new people,…” Learn more
- Name: Bunny
- Species: Dog
- Location: Wallis Annenberg Petspace, 12005 Bluff Creek Dr, Playa Vista, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Female, Terrier
- Description: “Hi, I’m Bunny. I’m very young and quite timid to start. I’m hoping to find a pet parent who can…” Learn more
- Name: Shadow
- Species: Cat
- Location: Wallis Annenberg Petspace, 12005 Bluff Creek Dr, Playa Vista, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Hi, I’m Shadow! I’m a cute little kitty looking for a loving home. I’d love to become your best friend.” Learn more
- Name: Snowdrop & Wildflower [Bonded Pair]
- Species: Cat
- Location: Friends For Life Rescue Network, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Siamese Mix
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “Hiiiiiiiii! My name is Snowdrop and my BFF is Wildflower! I’m a female seal point siamese and Wildflower is a…” Learn more
- Name: Sesame
- Species: Cat
- Location: Friends For Life Rescue Network, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “*Pounces* HI! My name is Sesame and I’m a 6 week old kitten looking for a “foster to adopt home”….” Learn more
- Name: Ziggy
- Species: Cat
- Location: Friends For Life Rescue Network, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Siamese
- Description: “Hiiiii! *Purrs* My name is Ziggy and I’m a 1yr old flame point siamese. I am the absolute SWEETEST boy….” Learn more
- Name: Elf
- Species: Dog
- Location: Bichons And Buddies, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Yorkshire Terrier Chihuahua Mix
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “Elf is a darling Chorkie (Yorkie/Chihuahua) who’s about 2 years old and weighs 8 pounds. This sweet boy ended up…” Learn more
- Name: Lulu
- Species: Dog
- Location: Bichons And Buddies, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Terrier
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “Lulu is a whimsical little terrier mix who’s about 7 years old and weighs 19 pounds. She was brought to…” Learn more
- Name: Murray
- Species: Cat
- Location: Kitty Of Angels Inc, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
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- Name: Pete
- Species: Cat
- Location: Kitty Of Angels Inc, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
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- Name: Ebert
- Species: Cat
- Location: Kitty Of Angels Inc, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Cats
- Description: “Ebert should definitely go to a home with another cat. She seems much more confident when she’s not alone.” Learn more
- Name: Rogue
- Species: Cat
- Location: Kitty Of Angels Inc, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Dogs and cats
- Description: “She’s spunky little one. She definitely is more independent but wants to be cuddled towards the evening. She gets along…” Learn more
- Name: Quinn (and Queen!)
- Species: Cat
- Location: Kitty Of Angels Inc, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
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- Name: Chet
- Species: Cat
- Location: Kitty Of Angels Inc, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Cats
- Description: “Chet is equal parts lover and explorer. He sleeps in bed and he loves to snuggle up next to your…” Learn more
- Name: Fluffernutter (And Porkchop!)
- Species: Cat
- Location: Kitty Of Angels Inc, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Medium Hair
- Description: “Fluffernutter is the most outgoing and playful out of the group. He is bonded to his brother Porkchop. He would…” Learn more
- Name: Simbe (Not Yet Available)
- Species: Cat
- Location: Kitty Of Angels Inc, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Leader of the pack, curious girl! Purrs when you touch her. Loves to play with feet and loves a good…” Learn more
- Name: Porkchop (and Fluffernutter!)
- Species: Cat
- Location: Kitty Of Angels Inc, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Medium Hair
- Description: “Porkchop loves food (obv given the name), naps and his siblings. He is bonded to his brother Fluffer. He is…” Learn more
- Name: Storm (and Sage!)
- Species: Cat
- Location: Kitty Of Angels Inc, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Medium Hair
- Description: “Storm is bonded to her sibling Sage and is quite the little misses!” Learn more
- Name: Sage (and Storm!)
- Species: Cat
- Location: Kitty Of Angels Inc, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Sage is bonded to Storm and cares when Storm leaves her sight! Bonded sisters!” Learn more
- Name: Sir (Not Yet Available)
- Species: Cat
- Location: Kitty Of Angels Inc, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Playful and affectionate. Purrs when you touch him. Very independent but has no problem asking for some cheek rubs with…” Learn more
- Name: Emerald
- Species: Cat
- Location: Kitty Of Angels Inc, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Emerald is our sweet sweet and playful lady! She’s an absolute stunner with the most beautiful pattern. Follows her humans…” Learn more
- Name: Cream Soda
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Siamese
- Description: “Root Beer and Cream Soda are playful and energetic kittens. They are loving and snuggly. They are available for adoption…” Learn more
- Name: Rootbeer
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Siamese
- Description: “Root Beer and Cream Soda are playful and energetic kittens. They are loving and snuggly. They are available for adoption…” Learn more
- Name: Maggy
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Female, Himalayan
- Description: “Maggy is a beautiful and tiny senior lady who we recently took in. She has lost some hearing and needs…” Learn more
- Name: Stan
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Stan is the sweetest man. He loves to cuddle and nestle in your neck at night. He also loves his…” Learn more
- Name: Thor
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Thor is a fun loving kitten who loves to explore his foster’s home. He loves playing with his brother and…” Learn more
- Name: Belle
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Belle is super cute and sweet. She’s a bit shy at first, but once she feels comfortable she is a…” Learn more
- Name: Volkswagen
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “*Spay scheduled for 6/25* Meet Volkswagen! This little girl is the definition of a PERFECT KITTEN. Volkswagen is very social,…” Learn more
- Name: Bradley
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Extra-Toes Cat / Hemingway Polydactyl Mix
- Description: “Bradley is amazing! He’s super cute and sweet. He is a polydactyl so he has big feet and extra toes…” Learn more
- Name: Beauregard
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Beauregard is AMAZING. He is super friendly and social. He is handsome and a rare all brown cat. He is…” Learn more
- Name: Midnight
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Meet Midnight. She’s not your typical stray cat by any means. She appeared on her foster’s doorstep in the middle…” Learn more
- Name: Loki Mischief
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Loki is super sweet and love to play. He is a little shy and just needs a little more one…” Learn more
- Name: Yugi
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Lulu, Zuzu, and Yugi are super cute and friendly kittens. They love to cuddle with each other and they love…” Learn more
- Name: Zuzu
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Lulu, Zuzu, and Yugi are super cute and friendly kittens. They love to cuddle with each other and they love…” Learn more
- Name: Thor Thunder
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Thor is fun and playful but a little on the shy side. Hes still small so there is a lot…” Learn more
- Name: Gasket
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “*Spay scheduled for July – Please ask about our FOSTER-TO-ADOPT program* Meet Gasket! She was found with her brother Piston…” Learn more
- Name: Lulu
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Lulu, Zuzu, and Yugi are super cute and friendly kittens. They love to cuddle with each other and they love…” Learn more
- Name: Piston
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “*Neuter scheduled for JULY – Please ask about our FOSTER-TO-ADOPT program* Meet Piston. He was found in a car engine…” Learn more
- Name: Gooseberry
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Little Gooseberry is an absolute joy to have around. Everyone who meets her falls deeply in love. She loves two…” Learn more
- Name: Jabber
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “*Neuter scheduled for late July – Ask about out FOSTER-TO-ADOPT program* Meet Jabber! This cute little black panther is very…” Learn more
- Name: Jesse
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Medium Hair
- Description: “needs a friend so has to be adopted with sibling or a playful cat in the home.” Learn more
- Name: Applesauce
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Introducing sweet as can be Applesauce the kitten! This little sweetheart loves to cuddle up with people and is constantly…” Learn more
- Name: Uppercut
- Species: Cat
- Location: Stray Cat Alliance, Los Angeles, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “*Neuter scheduled for late July – Ask about out FOSTER-TO-ADOPT program* Meet Uppercut! This cute little orange baby is a…” Learn more
