Dublin Area Pets Up For Adoption: Meet Nara, Gandalf, Frodo & More

If you?re wanting to add a fluffy ball of love and affection to your family, you should check out these animal shelters in and around Dublin for a pet you can adopt.

Across California, there are thousands of dogs, cats and other animals of all ages, sizes and breeds without a home — and many are located within driving distance. On a search for a lovable new companion? Consider checking out a local rescue facility like East Bay Spca Dublin Adoption Center, where Samwise 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.

If you need some help in your search, Patch and Petfinder have you covered. We've amassed this week?s list of animals 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 cat person, meet Nara, a Domestic Short Hair mix up for adoption. If dogs are more your thing, there are several great dogs available, too.

Click on any listing to learn more about a pet 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 content@patch.com.

Nara

• Name: Nara
• Species: Cat
• Location: East Bay Spca Dublin Adoption Center, 4651 Gleason Street, Dublin, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair Russian Blue Mix
• Description: "Hi! I'm Nara. And I'm a friendly, outgoing, "say hi to everyone I meet" kind of cat. I also like..." Learn more

Gandalf

• Name: Gandalf
• Species: Cat
• Location: East Bay Spca Dublin Adoption Center, 4651 Gleason Street, Dublin, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "I'M A PERSONAL ASSISTANT. You're working on the computer? Let me press the keys. Reading the paper? I'll hold the..." Learn more

Frodo

• Name: Frodo
• Species: Cat
• Location: East Bay Spca Dublin Adoption Center, 4651 Gleason Street, Dublin, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "I'M A PARTY ANIMAL. I'm a cat on a mission: PARTY! I love to play and explore and test my..." Learn more

George

• Name: George
• Species: Dog
• Location: East Bay Spca Dublin Adoption Center, 4651 Gleason Street, Dublin, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Shepherd
• Description: "Free Spirit Intelligent, independent, confident and clever, I prefer making my own decisions but will listen to you if you..." Learn more

Samwise

• Name: Samwise
• Species: Cat
• Location: East Bay Spca Dublin Adoption Center, 4651 Gleason Street, Dublin, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "I'M A PARTY ANIMAL. I'm a cat on a mission: PARTY! I love to play and explore and test my..." Learn more

Paula

• Name: Paula
• Species: Cat
• Location: East Bay Spca Dublin Adoption Center, 4651 Gleason Street, Dublin, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "I'M A PARTY ANIMAL. I'm a cat on a mission: PARTY! I love to play and explore and test my..." Learn more

Penny

• Name: Penny
• Species: Cat
• Location: East Bay Spca Dublin Adoption Center, 4651 Gleason Street, Dublin, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "I'M A PERSONAL ASSISTANT. You're working on the computer? Let me press the keys. Reading the paper? I'll hold the..." Learn more

Phillip

• Name: Phillip
• Species: Cat
• Location: East Bay Spca Dublin Adoption Center, 4651 Gleason Street, Dublin, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "I'M A PERSONAL ASSISTANT. You're working on the computer? Let me press the keys. Reading the paper? I'll hold the..." Learn more

Paige

• Name: Paige
• Species: Cat
• Location: East Bay Spca Dublin Adoption Center, 4651 Gleason Street, Dublin, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "I'M A PARTY ANIMAL. I'm a cat on a mission: PARTY! I love to play and explore and test my..." Learn more

Legolas

• Name: Legolas
• Species: Cat
• Location: East Bay Spca Dublin Adoption Center, 4651 Gleason Street, Dublin, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "I'M A PERSONAL ASSISTANT. You're working on the computer? Let me press the keys. Reading the paper? I'll hold the..." Learn more

Arwen

• Name: Arwen
• Species: Cat
• Location: East Bay Spca Dublin Adoption Center, 4651 Gleason Street, Dublin, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "I'M A PARTY ANIMAL. I'm a cat on a mission: PARTY! I love to play and explore and test my..." Learn more

Persephone

• Name: Persephone
• Species: Cat
• Location: East Bay Spca Dublin Adoption Center, 4651 Gleason Street, Dublin, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "I'M A PERSONAL ASSISTANT. You're working on the computer? Let me press the keys. Reading the paper? I'll hold the..." Learn more

Priscilla

• Name: Priscilla
• Species: Cat
• Location: East Bay Spca Dublin Adoption Center, 4651 Gleason Street, Dublin, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Medium Hair
• Description: "I'M A PARTY ANIMAL. I'm a cat on a mission: PARTY! I love to play and explore and test my..." Learn more

Buffy

• Name: Buffy
• Species: Cat
• Location: Street Paws Rescue, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair Tabby Mix
• Good With: Kids and cats
• Description: "Buffy is a sweet 1.5 year old buff/golden ginger tabby with orange tiger stripes looking for his forever home. Buffy..." Learn more

Wobble

• Name: Wobble
• Species: Cat
• Location: Compassionate Pet Sanctuary, 1737 Santa Rita Rd, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Male, Domestic Medium Hair
• Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
• Description: "Wobble is a very loving and happy boy! When he?s not playing, he?s looking for a human to hang with..." Learn more

Merida

• Name: Merida
• Species: Dog
• Location: Love And Second Chances, San Ramon, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Maltese
• Good With: Dogs
• Description: "Meet Merida! Merida is a very sweet dog who is patiently waiting for a loving forever home! To get more..." Learn more

LEO

• Name: LEO
• Species: Dog
• Location: Tri Valley Animal Rescue, PO Box 11143, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Male, Chihuahua
• Description: "Leo is a 1 year old, 6 lb male adorable long haired chihuahua. He is super spunky, playful, loyal and..." Learn more

Fiona - ECAS

• Name: Fiona - ECAS
• Species: Dog
• Location: Tri Valley Animal Rescue, PO Box 11143, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Pit Bull Terrier
• Description: "I'm Fiona. My Shelter ID# is 72492. I'm a juvenile (approximately 6 to 12 months old), female, black and white..." Learn more

Mozart - ECAS

• Name: Mozart - ECAS
• Species: Dog
• Location: Tri Valley Animal Rescue, PO Box 11143, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Pit Bull Terrier Labrador Retriever Mix
• Description: "I'm Mozart. My Shelter ID# is 72402. I'm an approximately 2-year-old, male, white and black Pit Bull/Labrador Retriever mix. I..." Learn more

BLUE

• Name: BLUE
• Species: Cat
• Location: Tri Valley Animal Rescue, PO Box 11143, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "Kitten Blue has so much personality. He is definitely a lap kitten. Blue runs to sit on you when you..." Learn more

Beethoven - ECAS

• Name: Beethoven - ECAS
• Species: Dog
• Location: Tri Valley Animal Rescue, PO Box 11143, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Pit Bull Terrier Labrador Retriever Mix
• Description: "I'm Beethoven. My Shelter ID# is 72401. I'm an approximately 2-year-old, male, white and black Pit Bull/Labrador Retriever mix. I..." Learn more

CREAM SODA

• Name: CREAM SODA
• Species: Cat
• Location: Tri Valley Animal Rescue, PO Box 11143, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "Kitten Cream Soda is a very sweet, fun, and joyful kitten. She often likes to come to sleep on your..." Learn more

Shrek - ECAS

• Name: Shrek - ECAS
• Species: Dog
• Location: Tri Valley Animal Rescue, PO Box 11143, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Pit Bull Terrier
• Description: "I'm Shrek. My Shelter ID# is 72491. I'm a juvenile (approximately 6 to 12 months old), male, brown and white..." Learn more

TIPS

• Name: TIPS
• Species: Cat
• Location: Tri Valley Animal Rescue, PO Box 11143, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "Kitten Tips has a handsome cream color fur with a white tip on his tail. He loves to play and..." Learn more

CLOVER

• Name: CLOVER
• Species: Cat
• Location: Tri Valley Animal Rescue, PO Box 11143, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "Clover is a female rust-black long hair kitten. She is approximately 2.5 months old. She is the life of any..." Learn more

Tuc - ECAS

• Name: Tuc - ECAS
• Species: Dog
• Location: Tri Valley Animal Rescue, PO Box 11143, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Male, Miniature Pinscher
• Description: "I'm Tuc. My Shelter ID# is 72437. I'm an adult, male, black and tan Miniature Pinscher mix. I've already been..." Learn more

PRINCESS

• Name: PRINCESS
• Species: Cat
• Location: Tri Valley Animal Rescue, PO Box 11143, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "Kitten Princess is a beautiful, brown tabby, happy, little kitten. She purrs the moment you start to pet her. She..." Learn more

Mizuna

• Name: Mizuna
• Species: Cat
• Location: Pleasanton Valley Humane Society, 3670 Nevada Street, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "Mizuna is a cuddler and loves snuggling. He has a great purr and is fun, loving and playful as well..." Learn more

3

• Name: 3
• Species: Cat
• Location: Pleasanton Valley Humane Society, 3670 Nevada Street, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "3 is shy when first meeting new people, but he warms up pretty quickly. He loves playing with his siblings..." Learn more

Corn Dog

• Name: Corn Dog
• Species: Cat
• Location: Pleasanton Valley Humane Society, 3670 Nevada Street, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "I'm a class clown! You know I've got a trick up my sleeve. I can't get through the day without..." Learn more

Candy Apple

• Name: Candy Apple
• Species: Cat
• Location: Pleasanton Valley Humane Society, 3670 Nevada Street, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "I'm a teacher's pet! Wherever you are, I'll be right at your side, watching and learning. I want to be..." Learn more

Paddywhack

• Name: Paddywhack
• Species: Cat
• Location: Pleasanton Valley Humane Society, 3670 Nevada Street, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "Hi, my name is Paddywhack and I am a little boy who loves to play with my siblings and am..." Learn more

Knack

• Name: Knack
• Species: Cat
• Location: Pleasanton Valley Humane Society, 3670 Nevada Street, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "Hi, I am Knack, the bigger brother of my litter. I have just as much energy as my siblings and..." Learn more

Knick

• Name: Knick
• Species: Cat
• Location: Pleasanton Valley Humane Society, 3670 Nevada Street, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "Hello, my name is Knick and I am the lone female of my litter. Like my brothers, I am also..." Learn more

Caramel Corn

• Name: Caramel Corn
• Species: Cat
• Location: Pleasanton Valley Humane Society, 3670 Nevada Street, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "I'm a prom queen! Let's face it, everybody loves me! After all, I was voted "Softest Fur." It's only natural..." Learn more

Funnel Cake

• Name: Funnel Cake
• Species: Cat
• Location: Pleasanton Valley Humane Society, 3670 Nevada Street, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "I am Funnel Cake, and I am the biggest cuddler of all my siblings. When you're nearby, I'll run right..." Learn more

Meiko

• Name: Meiko
• Species: Cat
• Location: Pleasanton Valley Humane Society, 3670 Nevada Street, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "Meiko is a playful little guy. In his foster home, he gets along well with the resident dog. He is..." Learn more

Amador

• Name: Amador
• Species: Cat
• Location: Pleasanton Valley Humane Society, 3670 Nevada Street, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "I love to be the leader of the pack. I'm also the life of the party; in fact, if I..." Learn more

Foothill

• Name: Foothill
• Species: Cat
• Location: Pleasanton Valley Humane Society, 3670 Nevada Street, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "I'm a brave girl, checking out new environments and toys using my very smart kitty brain. And of course, I..." Learn more

Livermore

• Name: Livermore
• Species: Cat
• Location: Pleasanton Valley Humane Society, 3670 Nevada Street, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "Don't let my big paws intimidate you. I may roar like a lion to get your attention, but that's only..." Learn more

Granada

• Name: Granada
• Species: Cat
• Location: Pleasanton Valley Humane Society, 3670 Nevada Street, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "I'm a shy boy with a gentle spirit. I like to play as much the next kitty, but the truth..." Learn more

Red

• Name: Red
• Species: Dog
• Location: Pleasanton Valley Humane Society, 3670 Nevada Street, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Mixed Breed
• Description: "Red is still an active dog; he's a cattle dog through and through. He loves to play fetch and play..." Learn more

Poppy

• Name: Poppy
• Species: Cat
• Location: Allies Pals Cat Rescue, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Medium Hair
• Description: "Poppy is a very confident and friendly little girl, the first to greet anyone who comes into the room. She's..." Learn more

Joel

• Name: Joel
• Species: Cat
• Location: Allies Pals Cat Rescue, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "This distinguished little gentleman is Joel, and he comes complete with his very own grey and white business suit. He..." Learn more

Hershey

• Name: Hershey
• Species: Cat
• Location: Allies Pals Cat Rescue, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "Hershey is another lover boy that can't decide if he wants to play or cuddle at times. A gentle, loving..." Learn more

Marshmallow

• Name: Marshmallow
• Species: Cat
• Location: Allies Pals Cat Rescue, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "Yes, Marshmallow is soft and sweet! A gentle, loving girl that craves affection and enjoys life with her brother, Hershey...." Learn more

Bruno

• Name: Bruno
• Species: Dog
• Location: Lucky Dog Rescue Inc, PO Box 1257, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Male, Parson Russell Terrier
• Good With: Kids and dogs
• Description: "We do talk about Bruno!!! And why not? He has so many good qualities. This adorable little guy is the..." Learn more

Lilly

• Name: Lilly
• Species: Cat
• Location: Allies Pals Cat Rescue, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
• Description: "How does anyone get by without their shadow? After all, our shadows have been with us through everything, right, from..." Learn more

Arwen

• Name: Arwen
• Species: Cat
• Location: Allies Pals Cat Rescue, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Medium Hair
• Description: "Arwen is a little munchkin of a boy who is full of spunk and tenderness! Smaller than his siblings but..." Learn more

Legolas

• Name: Legolas
• Species: Cat
• Location: Allies Pals Cat Rescue, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Medium Hair
• Description: "Legolas is a handsome boy with long, soft fur and a tender soul. He is an athletic kitten but can..." Learn more

Mochi -COURTESY POSTING

• Name: Mochi -COURTESY POSTING
• Species: Dog
• Location: Lucky Dog Rescue Inc, PO Box 1257, Pleasanton, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Shepherd
• Good With: Kids
• Description: "*** THIS IS A COURTESY POSTING *** Mochi?s beautiful brown eyes are looking for a family to call her own...." Learn more

SANTANA

• Name: SANTANA
• Species: Cat
• Location: Hayward Animal Services Bureau, 16 Barnes Court, Hayward, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair
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LUCIANO

• Name: LUCIANO
• Species: Dog
• Location: Hayward Animal Services Bureau, 16 Barnes Court, Hayward, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Male, Labrador Retriever
• Learn more

GRANT

• Name: GRANT
• Species: Cat
• Location: Tri City Animal Shelter, 1950 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
• Learn more

SNOWFLAKE

• Name: SNOWFLAKE
• Species: Cat
• Location: Tri City Animal Shelter, 1950 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont, CA
• Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Female, Snowshoe Siamese Mix
• Description: "Hello, my name is snowflake! I am a beautiful 1 years old female snowshoe Siamese mix. I enjoy people's company,..." Learn more