Dogs for Adoption near Santa Clara, California, USA,
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French Bulldog

Bouledogue Français, Frenchie

The French Bulldog is low key and enjoys lots of activity. He's well suited for either family living or attaching to just one special person. He can be a great watchdog, although will bark only when there is a real need.

Miniature Pinscher

Zwergpinsche, Min Pin, King of the Toys

The Miniature Pinscher is a small dog, but has the energy and ego of a dog twice his size. Always up for fun and exercise, this breed makes a great family pet.

German Shepherd Dog

German Shepherd, Alsatian, Alsatian Wolf Dog, Berger Allemand, Deutscher Schäferhund

The German Shepherd is unmatched in character and courage. These dogs make great companions because they are loyal and have the heightened senses of an excellent watch dog. At the same time, they can be gentle and playful companions for children.

Australian Cattle Dog

ACD, Cattle Dog, Blue Heeler, Red Heeler, Queensland Heeler

Though native to Australia, the Australian Cattle Dog is used on farms all over the world. They have a need for lots of activity and enjoy herding just about anything they can find.

Schnauzer (Miniature)

Zwergschnauzer, Dwarf Schnauzer, Miniature Schnauzer, Mini Schnauzer

The Miniature Schnauzer is playful and spunky breed. They love being the center of attention and reward their owners with loyalty and affection.

Newfoundland

Newf, Newfie, The Gentle Giant

The Newfoundland is a calm and dignified breed. They're great with children and are very happy living in a very social family. This is a big breed, so he needs a lot of space to get out and exercise.

Maltese

Bichon Maltiase

The Maltese is a great family dog who is great with kids, visitors, and other household pets. He likes to be treated as a special family member, though learns early to respect the rules.

Mutt

A mongrel, mixed-breed dog

A mongrel, mutt, or mixed-breed dog, is a dog that is not the result of breeding within an existing breed or to modify or create a breed and belongs to no breed. In the United States, the term "mixed-breed" is a favored synonym over "mongrel" among many who wish to avoid negative connotations associated with the latter term. The implication that such dogs must be a mix of defined breeds may stem from an inverted understanding of the origins of dog breeds. Pure breeds have been, for the most part, artificially created from random-bred populations by human selective breeding with the purpose of enhancing desired physical, behavioral, or temperamental characteristics. Dogs that are not purebred are not necessarily a mix of such defined breeds. Therefore, among experts and fans of such dogs, "Mongrel" is still the preferred term.

Chiranian

The Chiranian is a mix between the Chihuahua and the Pomeranian. This breed likes to be close to its owners.

Chiweenie

The Chiweenie is a mix between the Chihuahua and a Dachshund. This mix makes a good pet in homes with older or no children.

Labmaraner

The Labmaraner is a mix between the Labrador Retriever-Weimaraner. Since both parent breeds are good natured, these pups will be good for most families.

Siberian Husky

Chukcha, Chuksha

The Siberian Husky is very similar in looks to the Alaskan Malamute, yet somewhat smaller in build and not quite as bold. Still, he needs a strong-willed owner who will stay in control. This dog loves to roam and explore, so he needs a nice big yard.

Mastiff

English mastiff

The Mastiff is a gentle dog, despite his striking size and appearance. He makes a great watch dog and loyal companion. This dog develops enduring bonds with his family and is best suited to living in the country or suburbs where he can have lots of space.