Do you want to add to your family? Look no further than these Aliso Viejo animal shelters for a pet available for adoption. Many shelter animals are still looking for their forever home and shelters are still working to fulfill adoptions.
About 6.5 million companion animals are surrendered to animal pounds each year nationwide, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. However, only around half of all these animals are adopted each year, according to ASPCA data. This means millions of animals — some right here in the Aliso Viejo area — are still waiting for their forever homes.
With help from our friends at Petfinder, Patch has amassed this week’s list of pets available for adoption near you. Whether you’re looking for cuddles or companionship, one of these animals could be the perfect fit for your family. If you’re a dog person, meet Squirt, a Pug mix up for adoption . 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. If you’re a local shelter looking to see your adoptable pets appear on Patch, you’ll need to list them through Petfinder . All readers are encouraged to report errors or other feedback to [email protected] .
Squirt
- Name: Squirt
- Species: Dog
- Location: Logans Legacy, Aliso Viejo, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Pug Chihuahua Mix
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “Hysterical personality and a constant entertainment is how to describe Squirt! A 14.9 lb Pug Mix, Male 1 1/2 yrs…” Learn more
Pumpernickel
- Name: Pumpernickel
- Species: Dog
- Location: Logans Legacy, Aliso Viejo, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Manchester Terrier Miniature Pinscher Mix
- Good With: Dogs
- Description: “Joyous! That’s how we would describe Pumpernickel!! Happy gorgeous male aprox 10 months to 1 yrs old. 13.7 lbs of…” Learn more
Pixie
- Name: Pixie
- Species: Dog
- Location: Dogs In Need Organization, Laguna Hills, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Chihuahua
- Good With: Dogs
- Description: “Pixie and her brother were born in the shelter on 11/25/22. We were contacted to rescue them and Mom (7lbs)…” Learn more
Payton
- Name: Payton
- Species: Dog
- Location: Dogs In Need Organization, Laguna Hills, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Chihuahua
- Description: “Payton and his sister were born in the shelter on 11/25/22. We were contacted to rescue them and Mom (7lbs)…” Learn more
Seal
- Name: Seal
- Species: Cat
- Location: Laguna Beach Animal Shelter, 20612 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Extra Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Learn more
Sadie
- Name: Sadie
- Species: Dog
- Location: Laguna Beach Animal Shelter, 20612 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Labrador Retriever German Shepherd Dog Mix
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Aunt Clara
- Name: Aunt Clara
- Species: Cat
- Location: Laguna Beach Animal Shelter, 20612 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Large, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Kids and cats
- Learn more
Hank
- Name: Hank
- Species: Dog
- Location: New Beginnings For Animals, P. O. Box 2444, Mission Viejo, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Corgi Dachshund Mix
- Good With: Dogs
- Description: “Meet Hank! He is 5 years old and weighs 27 pounds. Hank was on his last day at a city…” Learn more
Thierry
- Name: Thierry
- Species: Cat
- Location: New Beginnings For Animals, P. O. Box 2444, Mission Viejo, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Male, Domestic Medium Hair
- Good With: Cats
- Description: “Thierry is about 2 years old, we rescued him along with pals Louis and Josephine from the high kill Devore…” Learn more
Louis
- Name: Louis
- Species: Cat
- Location: New Beginnings For Animals, P. O. Box 2444, Mission Viejo, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Cats
- Description: “Louis is about 2 years old, we rescued him along with pals Thierry and Josephine from the high kill Devore…” Learn more
Cinderella
- Name: Cinderella
- Species: Cat
- Location: New Beginnings For Animals, P. O. Box 2444, Mission Viejo, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Dilute Calico
- Description: “Cinderella is about 5-6 years old and was rescued from the Devore Shelter. She was a bit upset at the…” Learn more
Josephine
- Name: Josephine
- Species: Cat
- Location: New Beginnings For Animals, P. O. Box 2444, Mission Viejo, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Cats
- Description: “Josephine is about 1 year old, we rescued her along with pals Thierry and Louis from the high kill Devore…” Learn more
Otto
- Name: Otto
- Species: Cat
- Location: New Beginnings For Animals, P. O. Box 2444, Mission Viejo, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Cats
- Description: “Otto is about 5-6 months old and came to us from the Hesperia Shelter. He is sweet and playful, and…” Learn more
Arlo
- Name: Arlo
- Species: Cat
- Location: New Beginnings For Animals, P. O. Box 2444, Mission Viejo, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Tuxedo
- Good With: Cats
- Description: “Arlo is about 5-6 months old and came to us from the Hesperia Shelter. He is sweet and playful, purrs…” Learn more
Buttercup
- Name: Buttercup
- Species: Cat
- Location: New Beginnings For Animals, P. O. Box 2444, Mission Viejo, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Buttercup is about 5 years old and was rescued from the Hesperia Shelter. We are still getting to know her…” Learn more
LoAnn
- Name: LoAnn
- Species: Cat
- Location: New Beginnings For Animals, P. O. Box 2444, Mission Viejo, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Tortoiseshell
- Description: “Loann is about 2 years old and was rescued from the Devore shelter where she was out of time. She…” Learn more
Mischa
- Name: Mischa
- Species: Cat
- Location: New Beginnings For Animals, P. O. Box 2444, Mission Viejo, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Mischa’s story will sadden you. She was abandoned at a local petsmart in a carrier with her bed and food….” Learn more
Mister
- Name: Mister
- Species: Dog
- Location: Philozoia, Mission Viejo, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “Who’s this handsome boy, you ask? His name is Mister, and he is quite a distinguished gentleman! Mister is about…” Learn more
Chase
- Name: Chase
- Species: Dog
- Location: Compassionate Animal Rescue For Medical Aid, Mission Viejo, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Maltese Poodle Mix
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “Meet Chase, the playful and adorable dog that will steal your heart with his charm and energy. He is an…” Learn more
Sandie Anna
- Name: Sandie Anna
- Species: Dog
- Location: Leashes Of Love Rescue Inc, Mission Viejo, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Terrier
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “Please welcome Sandie Anna! Sandie is a sweet 4-year-old, medium terrier mix who weighs 27 pounds. This stray little angel…” Learn more
Luke
- Name: Luke
- Species: Dog
- Location: Leashes Of Love Rescue Inc, Mission Viejo, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Husky
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “Please welcome Luke! Luke is a handsome, happy-go-lucky, 9-month-old Siberian Huskey puppy who weighs approximately 55 lbs. His foster mom…” Learn more
Talia
- Name: Talia
- Species: Cat
- Location: Catmosphere Laguna, Laguna Beach, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Dilute Calico
- Good With: Kids and cats
- Description: “This beautiful girl is a lavender dilute tortie! She is in need of a forever home and has shown her…” Learn more
Gala
- Name: Gala
- Species: Dog
- Location: Pei People Shar Pei Rescue Inc, Lake Forest, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Shar-Pei
- Good With: Dogs
- Description: “Gala found herself as a stray at a southern California shelter with two other (likely related) females. Gala is stunning,…” Learn more
Simba
- Name: Simba
- Species: Dog
- Location: Muttly Crew, Lake Forest, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Yorkshire Terrier Maltese Mix
- Good With: Dogs
- Description: “This adorable little spitfire has tons of energy and loves to play. We are looking for an active home with…” Learn more
Sparky
- Name: Sparky
- Species: Dog
- Location: Muttly Crew, Lake Forest, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Pomeranian
- Good With: Dogs
- Description: “Sweet Sparky is so much fun, he is very playful and would love a home where someone is home most…” Learn more
Nuria
- Name: Nuria
- Species: Dog
- Location: Muttly Crew, Lake Forest, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Husky
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “This adorable 2 year old girl is ready for her forever home, she is very sweet and great with everyone…” Learn more
Sandy-bonded with Danny
- Name: Sandy-bonded with Danny
- Species: Dog
- Location: The Pet Adoption Center Of Orange County, Lake Forest, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Shih Tzu
- Description: “Meet four year old, 10 lb Shih Tzu, Sandy. She’s one of the cutest, sweetest, and happiest pups ever. Sandy…” Learn more
Danny-bonded with Sandy
- Name: Danny-bonded with Sandy
- Species: Dog
- Location: The Pet Adoption Center Of Orange County, Lake Forest, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Male, Shih Tzu
- Description: “Meet four year old, 10 lb Shih Tzu, Danny. He’s one of the cutest and sweetest little pups ever. Danny…” Learn more
Angel
- Name: Angel
- Species: Dog
- Location: Muttly Crew, Lake Forest, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Rat Terrier
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “This adorable 22 lbs, 1 year old rat terrier is just the sweetest boy. He loves going on walk and…” Learn more
Hudson
- Name: Hudson
- Species: Dog
- Location: The Pet Adoption Center Of Orange County, Lake Forest, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Golden Retriever Poodle Mix
- Good With: Dogs
- Description: “Meet 1 year old, 35 lb, adorable, sweet and loving Goldendoodle, Hudson. Hudson is still a puppy with an overabundance…” Learn more
Curtis – CP Foster or Adopt Me!
- Name: Curtis – CP Foster or Adopt Me!
- Species: Dog
- Location: The Little Red Dog, Lake Forest, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Bull Terrier
- Learn more
Lady – Foster OR Adopt Me!
- Name: Lady – Foster OR Adopt Me!
- Species: Dog
- Location: The Little Red Dog, Lake Forest, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Beagle
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “I have lots of energy, am crate trained, house trained, and love food and treats (did I hear “”may need…” Learn more
Harley Quinn – CP Foster or Adopt Me!
- Name: Harley Quinn – CP Foster or Adopt Me!
- Species: Dog
- Location: The Little Red Dog, Lake Forest, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, American Staffordshire Terrier
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “Hi My name is Harley Quinn, and like the character I have a strong need to connect with humans but…” Learn more
Twinkie – Adopt Me!
- Name: Twinkie – Adopt Me!
- Species: Dog
- Location: The Little Red Dog, Lake Forest, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Maltese Terrier Mix
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “My momma Rachel delivered puppies on 12/20/22. I am one of the cute 4 puppies! We think I am maltese…” Learn more
Custard – Adopt Me!
- Name: Custard – Adopt Me!
- Species: Dog
- Location: The Little Red Dog, Lake Forest, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Maltese Terrier Mix
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “My momma Rachel delivered puppies on 12/20/22. I am one of the cute 4 puppies! We think I am maltese…” Learn more
Bloom
- Name: Bloom
- Species: Dog
- Location: The Little Red Dog, Lake Forest, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Akita Cattle Dog Mix
- Good With: Dogs
- Learn more
Roxy Lee – Foster or Adopt Me!
- Name: Roxy Lee – Foster or Adopt Me!
- Species: Dog
- Location: The Little Red Dog, Lake Forest, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Labrador Retriever
- Good With: Dogs
- Description: “Hi! I’m Roxy Lee! I am only 4 years old. I was found on the streets with my pup friend…” Learn more
Toffee – Adopt Me!
- Name: Toffee – Adopt Me!
- Species: Dog
- Location: The Little Red Dog, Lake Forest, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Maltese Terrier Mix
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “My momma Rachel delivered puppies on 12/20/22. I am one of the cute 4 puppies – a boy! We think…” Learn more
Sunny – Adopt Me!
- Name: Sunny – Adopt Me!
- Species: Dog
- Location: The Little Red Dog, Lake Forest, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Maltese Terrier Mix
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “My momma Rachel delivered puppies on 12/20/22. I am one of the cute 4 puppies! We think I am maltese…” Learn more
Gisele – Adopt Me!
- Name: Gisele – Adopt Me!
- Species: Dog
- Location: The Little Red Dog, Lake Forest, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Female, Terrier Poodle Mix
- Good With: Dogs
- Description: “Sweet, trusting, and an all-around good girl, I am quite active and want to play and be a teenager. I…” Learn more
Tabitha and Tucker
- Name: Tabitha and Tucker
- Species: Cat
- Location: Southern Counties Rescue Inc, Mission Viejo, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Oriental Tabby Domestic Short Hair Mix
- Description: “Tabitha and Tucker are a mama son duo! Tabitha is the mama who is tabby and Tucker is the little…” Learn more
Theo
- Name: Theo
- Species: Cat
- Location: Southern Counties Rescue Inc, Mission Viejo, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Tabby
- Good With: Kids and cats
- Description: “How can you not LOVE THEO!! Theo is just adorable! He only has 3 legs but that doesn’t stop him…” Learn more
Karlita
- Name: Karlita
- Species: Cat
- Location: Southern Counties Rescue Inc, Mission Viejo, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Calico
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “I LOVE this girl! Karlita is a beautiful active 8 month calico kitten. Karlita is all kitten in that she…” Learn more
Valentina
- Name: Valentina
- Species: Dog
- Location: Maltese Rescue California, Irvine, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Terrier
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “Hi I’m Valentina, Tina for short I was found roaming the streets of Tijuana Mexico. Thankfully someone found me and…” Learn more
8 black lab mix puppies: Sawyer, Hoda, Paloma, Truman, Spice, Gwynn, Verna
- Name: 8 black lab mix puppies: Sawyer, Hoda, Paloma, Truman, Spice, Gwynn, Verna
- Species: Dog
- Location: Promise 4 Paws, San Juan Capistrano, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Black Labrador Retriever
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “We have 8 black lab puppy mixes, all ready to go home as of 1/28/2023. All are vaccinated and looking…” Learn more
Raffa
- Name: Raffa
- Species: Dog
- Location: Promise 4 Paws, San Juan Capistrano, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Black Labrador Retriever
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “Raffa is a super sweet and snuggly 4 month old black lab mix. He is playful, loving, and has a…” Learn more
Weston aka Wes
- Name: Weston aka Wes
- Species: Dog
- Location: Promise 4 Paws, San Juan Capistrano, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Yellow Labrador Retriever
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “12 Month old Neutered Male Yellow Lab Mix weighing 50 lbs. Wes was Dumped/Abandoned and left to survive in a…” Learn more
FRONTRUNNER
- Name: FRONTRUNNER
- Species: Cat
- Location: The Ark Of San Juan Companion Animal Rescue, P.O. Box 117, San Juan Capistrano, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair American Wirehair Mix
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “FRONTRUNNER is a quirky silly female kitty who gets along with everyone. She loves treats and toy mice. Apply for…” Learn more
MARZIPAN
- Name: MARZIPAN
- Species: Cat
- Location: The Ark Of San Juan Companion Animal Rescue, P.O. Box 117, San Juan Capistrano, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “MARZIPAN is a 2 year sweet girl who was relinquished to the ARK because they could no longer care for…” Learn more
SIERRA
- Name: SIERRA
- Species: Cat
- Location: The Ark Of San Juan Companion Animal Rescue, P.O. Box 117, San Juan Capistrano, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Tuxedo
- Good With: Kids and cats
- Description: “SIERRA is a sweet 2 year old female with a heart on her nose. She is a lovebug and lapkitty…” Learn more
CINNAMON BARK
- Name: CINNAMON BARK
- Species: Cat
- Location: The Ark Of San Juan Companion Animal Rescue, P.O. Box 117, San Juan Capistrano, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Tuxedo Mix
- Good With: Kids and cats
- Description: “CINNAMON BARK is a funny 2 year old boy He loves his belly rubbed and lays on his back. Treat…” Learn more
SECRETARIAT
- Name: SECRETARIAT
- Species: Cat
- Location: The Ark Of San Juan Companion Animal Rescue, P.O. Box 117, San Juan Capistrano, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Kids and cats
- Description: “SECRETARIAT is a sweet 2 year old gray and white female kitty whocame to us with Cinnamon Bark. Their owner…” Learn more
Lio
- Name: Lio
- Species: Dog
- Location: Dogikat, Newport Beach, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Doberman Pinscher
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “Lio is a Rare White/Cream Doberman with light blue eyes! He is heartworm negative, microchipped, and is up to date…” Learn more
Stella (Brindle)
- Name: Stella (Brindle)
- Species: Dog
- Location: Doggie Bonez Inc, San Juan Capistrano, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, American Staffordshire Terrier
- Good With: Kids
- Description: “Meet Stella! Stella is a gorgeous 3 1/2-year-old female American Staffordshire terrier mix. She has a uniquely beautiful brindle coat…” Learn more
Snoopy
- Name: Snoopy
- Species: Dog
- Location: Doggie Bonez Inc, San Juan Capistrano, CA
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Female, Fox Terrier
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “Snoopy is a 3.5 month old Fox Terrier mix. She is a little love bug weighing 7 lbs. She enjoys…” Learn more
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