Abandoned Terrier Rescue Association: Dedicated to rescue of all Terrier breeds in Southern California.
Alaskan Malamute Rescue of Southern California: Large category of available dogs, printable adoption application, breed information and links to more information about the breed.
ARF - All Retriever Friends: A rescue organization dedicated to finding homes for retrievers. Includes profiles of dogs, adoption application, volunteering opportunities and adoption success stories.
Aussie Rescue of Southern California: Includes photos and profiles of available dogs, adoption application, how to prepare a home for a new dog, calendar of events, list of trainers, and recommended reading.
Basenji Rescue: Places Basenji dogs for adoption.
California German Shorthaired Pointer Rescue: Not-for-profit rescue organization operated through volunteers and networking to assure proper placement and lifetime assistance for each dog and enjoyment by adopting families. Includes list of available dogs.
German Shepherd Rescue of Orange County: Information on available dogs, volunteer and fundraising opportunities, and contact information. Office in Newport Beach.
Great Pyrenees Association of Southern California Rescue: Private rescue and foster care organization, created for the safe haven and permanent placement of needy dogs. Photos of available dogs, including those with special needs, and ways to help.
Loving Pet Rescue: A non-profit that performs rescue and adoption of dogs and cats. Photos and links to shelter sites.
Pet Assistance Foundation: Educated pet owners about the advantage of spaying and neutering their pets, provides veterinarian referrals, and subsidies for the procedures.
Pugs 'N Pals of Southern California: Information on events, breed description, membership, and photos of available Pugs.
Rita's Doberman Rescue: Non-profit organization offering placement services for Doberman Pinschers in need of homes. Profiles and photos of available dogs, breed information, and success stories.
RMCA Rescues: A volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to helping abused and abandoned domestic rats throughout Southern California.
South Bay Wildlife Rehab: A non-profit organization dedicated to caring for California native wildlife and educating the public about the natural world.
Southern California Aussie Rescue: Independent group. Includes breed information and a list of available dogs.
Southland Collie Rescue: Finds foster and permanent homes for purebred collies and mixes from shelters, strays, and owners who can no longer care for their collie.
The Aussie Posse Rescue: Dedicated primarily to the rescue and placement of Australian Shepherds. Affiliated with STAAR.
United Pegasus Foundation: A non-profit racing charity that provides California's thoroughbreds with humane retirement or a second career. Also involved in finding homes for Premarin foals. Adoption information available. Ranches in Tehachapi and Hemet.