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Available Animals

Pet Bio’s

Meet the animals waiting for their forever home at the Santa Monica Animal Shelter

To adopt any of the available animals please visit the Santa Monica Animal Shelter.

There are more animals available for adoption at the Shelter than just the ones on this page, these animals have been at the shelter the longest. To learn about how you can sponsor any of these animals please click here.

Dogs

Photo of a white and black German Shepherd mix dog named Target — Target-A067416

Target is the bestest boy and he has been patiently waiting for his loving forever home since May 2025. We want to find this sweet boy the wonderful home he deserves for his golden years.
Target is very friendly, loves belly rubs, rolling around on fluffy blankets, playing fetch and playing with squeaky toys and plush toys. His smile lights up the room and will help you get through any gray days. Target is the perfect companion for anyone looking for a buddy who likes to chill but also can join you on outings. He also loves going on walks and won’t turn down his favorite duck treats.
Target is a neutered male, white and black German Shepherd mix. The shelter staff think he is about 9 years old. He has been at the shelter since May 29th, 2025.

Photo of a brown and white pit bull mix dog named Bosco — Bosco-A067467

Bosco is very friendly, affectionate and loves treats and squeaky toys. He also knows lots of cool tricks, like how to spin, shake and his basic commands. Bosco also walks great on leash and enjoys going on runs with shelter volunteers.
Bosco is a neutered, male brown Pit Bull Terrier. The shelter staff think he is about 2 years old. He has been at the shelter since June 11th, 2025.

Photo of a brown and black neutered male, brown and black Belgian Malinois named Chris. — Chris-A068267

Chris is a very playful and active Belgian Malinois. He is will do best in a home with owners who are experienced with the breed, he is task driven, high energy loves to play ball and play in the water.
Chris is a neutered male, brown and black Belgian Malinois. The shelter staff think he is about a year old. He has been at the shelter since December 20th, 2025.

Photo of a white and gray Siberian husky dog named Colonel — Colonel-A068310

Colonel is playful, affectionate, likes to nuzzle up to you and enjoys going on walks.
He is a neutered male, tan and black German Shepherd Dog and Alaskan Husky. The shelter staff think he is about 2 years old. He has been at the shelter since January 2nd, 2026.

Photo of a black dog with white spots with one ear up and one down named Pete — Pete-A065318

Pete is very friendly and likes to be with you and part of the party, he even keeps one ear raised, ready to listen in on all the tea. Pete has lots of playful energy and loves to play with plush toys and squeaky toys. He knows his basic commands and also likes other dogs with a similar outgoing, playful personality.
Pete is a neutered male, black and white Pit Bull Terrier mix. The shelter staff think he is about 3 years old. He has been at the shelter since January 27th, 2026.

Photo of a black and white dog named Dove — Dove-A068444

Dove has the cutest personality, is very sweet and very playful. She loves looking adorable and giving kisses.
She is a spayed female, black Pit Bull Terrier mix. The shelter staff think she is about 1 year old. She has been at the shelter since February 6th, 2026.

Photo of a brown dog named Love — Love-A068799

Love is very playful, friendly and affectionate. He also likes salmon treats, pets and making new friends.
Love is a neutered male, brown brindle Pit Bull Terrier. The shelter staff think he is about 4 years old. He has been at the shelter since April 27th, 2026.

Photo of a brown terrier mix dog named Pumpkin — Pumpkin-A068934

Pumpkin is very adorable, likes belly rubs and smiling for the camera. He is also affectionate and loves playing with squeaky toys.
Pumpkin is a neutered male, gray and tan Terrier mix. The shelter staff think he is about 1 year and 8 months old. He has been at the shelter since May 21st, 2026.

Puppy-A068937

Puppy is very friendly, has lots of playful energy and loves pets and attention. He especially likes playing with rope toys and stuffy toys and will move all his toys to one spot where he can lay down next to them, it’s too cute.
Puppy is a male, brown and black Boxer mix. The shelter staff think he is about 11 weeks old. He has been at the shelter since May 21st, 2026.

Cats

Photo of a black cat named Marvis — Marvis-A068516

Marvis arrived at the shelter very scared and shy. We have been working with her but she is still having a hard time in the stressful shelter environment. Marvis needs a patient adopter who will give her the time she needs to feel safe.
Marvis is a spayed female, black tabby Domestic Shorthair. The shelter staff think she is about a year old. She has been at the shelter since February 26th, 2026.

Photo of a gray and white cat named Smoki — Smoki-A068647

Smoki is an older lady who likes to strut her stuff. She has so much personality! She loves attention, using her scratchy mat and playing with feather wands and catnip toys. Smoki knows what she wants and likes to have her boundaries respected, who doesn’t, so she needs an experienced cat owner.
Smoki is a spayed female, gray and white tabby Domestic Shorthair. The shelter staff think she is about 9 years old. She has been at the shelter since March 26th, 2026.

Polly D-A068802

Polly D has an extra toe on each front paw which makes her a very special polydactyl cat. She is a little shy at first, but she is coming out of her shell. She enjoys playing with feather wand toys and loves Churu treats.
Polly D is a female, gray tabby and white Domestic Shorthair. The shelter staff think she is about 10 years old. She has been at the shelter since April 28th, 2026.

Stinker Benton-A068866

Stinker Benton is a real charmer. He is very friendly, loves head scratches, pets and is a master biscuit maker.
Stinker Benton is a neutered male, brown tabby Domestic Shorthair. The shelter staff think he is about 7 years old. He has been at the shelter since May 11th, 2026.

Marie-A067732

Marie is a sweetie-pie, she loves gentle pets, meowing to say ‘hello’ and chicken flavor churu treats.
Marie is a spayed female, gray tabby Domestic Mediumhair. The shelter staff think she is about 1 year old. She has been at the shelter since May 15th, 2026.

Toulouse-A067733

Toulouse is very friendly, meows for pets and loves playing with catnip toys.
Toulouse is a neutered male, gray and white Domestic Mediumhair. The shelter staff think he is about 1 year old. He has been at the shelter since May 15th, 2026.

Photo of a black cat named Angus — Angus-A068899

Angus has a very cute personality. He loves pets and attention, catnip toys that make a crinkle sound and curling up next to you.
Angus is a neutered male, black Domestic Shorthair. The shelter staff think he is about 1 year old. He has been at the shelter since May 16th, 2026.

Photo of four kittens in a cat bed — Kittens

To learn more about the kittens that are waiting to be adopted please view the list of all the available animals on the SM Animal Shelter Page.
The shelter often has litters of young kittens in their care. To help them they need lots of extra care like kitten formula added to their food, monitored feeding, special heated beds and much more. By sponsoring them you are helping to ensure they have all they need to be healthy and happy. To sponsor the kittens at the shelter write ‘kittens’ in the note when you donate.

Small Animals

Monster Carrot-A068810

Monster Carrot was found as a stray. When he arrived at the shelter he had areas with hair loss and was not feeling his best. Thanks to donations we were able to get him right to the vet and it was determined that he needed some time, quality rabbit food and lots of extra tlc.
We are so happy that after just a few weeks his hair is growing back and you can tell he is feeling much better. He has been a sweet bunny from day one, but now his adorable personality is starting to shine. He loves pets, especially between his ears, hops over to greet every visitor and enjoys veggies and chewing on apple tree sticks.
Monster Carrot is a male, white Shorthaired Rabbit. The shelter staff think that he is about 4 years old. He has been at the shelter since May 2nd, 2026.

Adopt

To adopt any of the available animals please visit the Santa Monica Animal Shelter. There are more animals available for adoption at the Shelter than just the ones on this page, these animals have been at the shelter the longest.

Sponsor a Pet

Photo of a brown dog named Bosco — Bosco is waiting to be adopted. To meet him, or any of the availlable animals, visit the Santa Monica Animal Shelter.

help the Animals at the Santa Monica Animal Shelter by Sponsoring them

Sponsoring helps cover: veterinary care, medicine, food, toys and any other items they need to enrich their stay at the shelter.

When you Sponsor an available animal we will email you a Certificate of Sponsorship which includes a short bio on the pet along with their photograph. Sponsoring a pet makes a wonderful gift and you can present the Certificate as the gift.

All donations make a difference, but a donation of $25 or more will have the greatest impact.

Click on the Sponsor an Animal button to sponsor a pet.

You can sponsor any of the animals listed on the Pet Bio’s page.

When checking out be sure to click the ‘+ write a note’ on the checkout page and write the name of the pet you wish to sponsor.
The sponsorship certificate will be emailed to you within a week of your donation.

Sponsor an Animal