See The Latest Adoptable Pets At Mountain View Area Shelters

Otto I. Eovaldi

Want to add to your family and give back to the world at the same time? Adopt a dog, cat or other animal from a local shelter or organization! During the coronavirus pandemic, facilities have dogs, cats and other pets ready and waiting for someone to take them home.

Across California, there are thousands of dogs, cats and other animals of all ages, sizes and breeds without a home — and many of them are located in your area. In the search for your new family pet, consider beginning at a local facility like Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority, where Mystique 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 appropriate homes.

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 dog person, you might like Dakoda, a German Shepherd Dog up for adoption. Or if cats are more your thing, there are several great cats 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 [email protected].

  • Name: Dakoda
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: Shepheroes, Palo Alto, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, German Shepherd Dog
  • Good With: Kids and dogs
  • Description: “Say hello to Dakoda! He’s a beautiful long coat 3-year-old intact boy who will be neutered on April 15th. He…” Learn more

  • Name: Margo
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Doggie Protective Services, Palo Alto, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Tabby
  • Description: “All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, shots current (DHPP, Bordetella and Rabies where applicable), dewormed, flea and tick treated and…” Learn more

  • Name: Asher
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Doggie Protective Services, Palo Alto, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Tabby
  • Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
  • Description: “All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, shots current (DHPP, Bordetella and Rabies where applicable), dewormed, flea and tick treated and…” Learn more

  • Name: LILY
  • Species: Rabbit
  • Location: Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority, 3370 Thomas Road, Santa Clara, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Female, Bunny Rabbit
  • Description: “Well hippity hoppity to you, I’m Lily! I’m a sweet gal who would enjoy being your sidekick, as well as…” Learn more

  • Name: MYSTIQUE
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority, 3370 Thomas Road, Santa Clara, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
  • Description: “Hello to you, my name is Mystique – what’s yours? I’m a very sweet and sensitive feline who would thrive…” Learn more

  • Name: Niko
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: Pound Puppy Rescue, Redwood City, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Pointer
  • Good With: Dogs
  • Description: “Courtesy Post – Niko, Pointer mix. Niko is an adorable 10-11 week old pointer mix puppy looking for his forever…” Learn more

  • Name: Sangho
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: Woofies Rescue, San Jose, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Pomeranian Spaniel Mix
  • Description: “Sangho is about 2 to 3 years old and about 14lbs. He needs a little time to warm up but…” Learn more

  • Name: Niko
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Silicon Valley Pet Project, PO Box #6145, San Jose, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Russian Blue Mix
  • Description: “You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Meet Niko! This handsome young man may be all…” Learn
    more

  • Name: Minnie Fay
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Itty Bitty Orphan Kitty Rescue, P.O. Box 321232, Campbell, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
  • Good With: Cats
  • Description: “You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Minnie Fay is a sweet and snuggly girl who…” Learn more

  • Name: Barnaby
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Itty Bitty Orphan Kitty Rescue, P.O. Box 321232, Campbell, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Tuxedo Manx Mix
  • Good With: Cats
  • Description: “You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Barnaby is a sweet and snuggly boy who loves…” Learn more

  • Name: Horace
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Itty Bitty Orphan Kitty Rescue, P.O. Box 321232, Campbell, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Tuxedo Domestic Short Hair Mix
  • Good With: Cats
  • Description: “You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Horace is a sweet and snuggly boy who loves…” Learn more

  • Name: Hackl
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Itty Bitty Orphan Kitty Rescue, P.O. Box 321232, Campbell, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
  • Good With: Cats
  • Description: “You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Hackl is a sweet and snuggly boy who loves…” Learn more

  • Name: Carl & Lucas
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: Schwartz Family Animal Welfare Foundation, 1555 S. Winchester Blvd, San Jose, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Lhasa Apso
  • Good With: Dogs
  • Description: “Carl and Lucas are 29 pound, two year old Lhasa Apsos that are looking for a home together. They lived…” Learn more

  • Name: Greta
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Mixed Breed
  • Description: “My name is Greta and I am a sweet and observant dog. My ideal human understands that naps are important…” Learn more

  • Name: Camille
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Mixed Breed
  • Description: “Personality: Camille is a playful, energetic, sweet dog but does need guidance and encouragement when meeting new people. While often…” Learn more

  • Name: Mochi
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
  • Description: “Hello dear friend! I hear that you’ve been searching for a cute kitty to add to your family? I can…” Learn more

  • Name: Ruthie
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Mixed Breed
  • Description: “Ruthie is a super sweet pup who loves being around her humans! She spends much of her day playing with…” Learn more

  • Name: Cleo
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Shepherd
  • Description: “Personality: Cleo is a sweet, timid dog who can be nervous when she first meets people, but warms up with…” Learn more

  • Name: Guinevere
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
  • Description: “Hi! I’m new here. Everyone’s still getting to know me. Once they do, this space will have all kinds of…” Learn more

  • Name: Blythe
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
  • Description: “Hi! I’m new here. Everyone’s still getting to know me. Once they do, this space will have
    all kinds of…” Learn more

  • Name: Louie
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Mixed Breed
  • Description: “Personality: Louie is a rambunctious, playful young boy looking for experienced hands to help guide him through his teenage months….” Learn more

  • Name: Phinneus
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
  • Description: “Hi there! I’m a friendly boy looking for my forever home and family. I may be a little shy when…” Learn more

  • Name: Phillip
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
  • Description: “Hi there! I’m a friendly boy looking for my forever home and family. I may be a little shy when…” Learn more

  • Name: Thelma
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
  • Description: “Hi! I’m new here. Everyone’s still getting to know me. Once they do, this space will have all kinds of…” Learn more

  • Name: Louise
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
  • Description: “Hi! I’m new here. Everyone’s still getting to know me. Once they do, this space will have all kinds of…” Learn more

  • Name: Delta
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Domestic Medium Hair
  • Description: “Hi! I’m new here. Everyone’s still getting to know me. Once they do, this space will have all kinds of…” Learn more

  • Name: Toby
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Male, Domestic Medium Hair
  • Description: “Hi! I’m new here. Everyone’s still getting to know me. Once they do, this space will have all kinds of…” Learn more

  • Name: Harper
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Domestic Medium Hair
  • Description: “Hi! I’m new here. Everyone’s still getting to know me. Once they do, this space will have all kinds of…” Learn more

  • Name: Taylor
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Siamese
  • Description: “Hi! I’m new here. Everyone’s still getting to know me. Once they do, this space will have all kinds of…” Learn more

  • Name: Glenn
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
  • Description: “Hi! I’m new here. Everyone’s still getting to know me. Once they do, this space will have all kinds of…” Learn more

  • Name: Romo
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
  • Description: “Hello! Are you looking for a social kitty who loves getting showered with attention? Look no further, because I’m your…” Learn more

  • Name: Maria
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Domestic Medium Hair
  • Description: “Hi! I’m new here. Everyone’s still getting to know me. Once they do, this space will have all kinds of…” Learn more

  • Name: Angelo
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: California Pit Bull Rescue
    , 901 Ames Ave, Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Great Dane Pit Bull Terrier Mix
  • Good With: Kids and dogs
  • Description: “Angelo is big, lovable guy with a big personality! He’s 80lbs of fun and loves to run and play. He’s…” Learn more

  • Name: Lisa
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: California Pit Bull Rescue, 901 Ames Ave, Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, American Staffordshire Terrier
  • Good With: Kids and dogs
  • Description: “Lisa is playful and loves her toys. She is happy to gather all of them up and rip them up…” Learn more

  • Name: Sashi
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
  • Description: “Hi! I’m new here. Everyone’s still getting to know me. Once they do, this space will have all kinds of…” Learn more

  • Name: Chispa
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Female, Mixed Breed
  • Description: “Personality: Chispa is a shy yet excitable girl who will solicit attention with people she knows well. She can be…” Learn more

  • Name: Gregory
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, German Shepherd Dog
  • Description: “Personality: Gregory is a social, smart, athletic dog that is waiting for his forever home! He can be jumpy and…” Learn more

  • Name: Scooby-doo
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: Bay Area Siberian Husky Rescue Referral, Campbell, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Siberian Husky German Shepherd Dog Mix
  • Description: “All of our foster dogs are kept in individual homes. Go to our website Bayareasiberian.org to get the foster home…” Learn more

  • Name: Lassen
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: Bay Area Siberian Husky Rescue Referral, Campbell, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Siberian Husky
  • Good With: Kids and dogs
  • Description: “All of our foster dogs are kept in individual homes. Go to our website Bayareasiberian.org to get the foster home…” Learn more

  • Name: REMY
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Furrever Cat And Kitten Rescue, Campbell, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
  • Good With: Cats
  • Description: “Remy is a one-year-old boy who will need a little bit of time to adapt to his new environment. His…” Learn more

  • Name: SAMIRA
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: Furrever Cat And Kitten Rescue, Campbell, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
  • Description: “Samira is a sweet and charming one-year-old girl. She enjoys being pet, lounging on her pet bed and being close…” Learn more

  • Name: Sassy (Courtesy Post)
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: The Dancing Cat, San Jose, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Domestic Short Hair
  • Good With: Cats
  • Description: “I belong to a small group of people who feed about 20 cats at a local park in our city….” Learn more

  • Name: Audrey (Courtesy Post)
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: The Dancing Cat, San Jose, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Domestic Short Hair
  • Description: “We are so happy to announce that Audrey is available for adoption. Audrey is estimated to be 4-6 years old…” Learn more

  • Name: Sammy (Courtesy Post)
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: The Dancing Cat, San Jose, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
  • Good With: Cats
  • Description: “Sammy enjoys sleeping in the sun, bird watching out of windows, and chasing toys. She is an indoor cat, and…” Learn more

  • Name: Samira (Courtesy Post)
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: The Dancing Cat, San Jose, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
  • Good With: Cats
  • Description: “Meet Samira, cuteness overload! Samira is a sweet and charming girl. She enjoys being pet, lounging on her cat bed,…” Learn more

  • Name: Inkling
  • Species: Cat
  • Location: The Dancing Cat, San Jose, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
  • Good With: Cats
  • Description: “Inkling is a sweet shy tween that would like to be your little shadow. She was rescued from a community…” Learn more

  • Name: Flower
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: Northern California Animal Rescue Friends, Fremont, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Wirehaired Terrier Mix
  • Good With: Dogs
  • Description: “Flower is a five year old, 31 pound, wire haired terrier, PBGV mix. She might have a long body and…” Learn more

  • Name: D.O.G. ( Deogeee)
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: Group Education To Protect And Defend Animals, San Jose, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Rottweiler
  • Description: “No kids or dogs even though does not show any dog aggression unless provoked. He can leave it on command…” Learn more

  • Name: LEIA
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: City Of San Jose Animal Care Center, 2750 Monterey Road, San Jose, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, German Shepherd Dog Mixed Breed Mix
  • Learn more

  • Name: O’G
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: City Of San Jose Animal Care Center, 2750 Monterey Road, San Jose, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Extra Large, Male, Boerboel
  • Description: “MAKE SURE TO RESEARCH THE BREED BEFORE ADOPTING! This is a very large and strong boy. He weights 136lbs and…” Learn more

  • Name: @ *IRIS
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: City Of San Jose Animal Care Center, 2750 Monterey Road, San Jose, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Pit Bull Terrier
  • Description: “04/09/21 14:33 Reason animal needs rescue: healing wound left side of chest Type: Medical Impound type: Stray KTyson” Learn more

  • Name: BERNADINE
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: City Of San Jose Animal Care Center, 2750 Monterey Road, San Jose, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed Mix
  • Description: “Hello there, I am Bernadine! I am a goofy big girl who LOVES to sniff around and investigate the smells….” Learn more

  • Name: !GLORIA
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: City Of San Jose Animal Care Center, 2750 Monterey Road, San Jose, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, German Shepherd Dog Mixed Breed Mix
  • Description: “Notes from Shelter Volunteers: Gloria has lots of energy. She is highly vocal/bark at other dogs to entice them to…” Learn more

  • Name: CUJO
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: City Of San Jose Animal Care Center, 2750 Monterey Road, San Jose, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Large, Male, Shar-Pei Mixed Breed Mix
  • Description: “Shelter Volunteer Notes: Cujo is potty trained. Tends to get hot so he will drink a ton of water. He…” Learn more

  • Name: @*CHAMP
  • Species: Dog
  • Location: City Of San Jose Animal Care Center, 2750 Monterey Road, San Jose, CA
  • Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Pit Bull Terrier
  • Description: “Notes from Shelter Volunteer: Champ is really sweet. I was able to bear hug him and he did great -…” Learn more

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