7 cuddly canines to adopt in Santa Ana

<p>Photos: Petfinder</p>

Photos: Petfinder

Looking to add a new companion to the family? There are dozens of cuddly canines up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Santa Ana, so you won't have to look far to find the perfect new pal.

Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of dogs available for adoption near you. Read on to meet some friendly, furry locals.

(Details like pet availability, training, vaccinations and other features are based on data provided by Petfinder and may be subject to change; contact the shelter for the latest information.)

Pete and Rose are American bulldog mixes currently residing at Pooch Match.

Here's what their friends at Pooch Match think of them:

Read more about how to adopt Pete and Rose on Petfinder.

Lexi is a charming female Labrador retriever mix currently residing at Pooch Match.

Lexi gets along well with other dogs. Have no fear: She's already house-trained, vaccinated and spayed.

Lexi's current caretakers say:

Read more about how to adopt Lexi on Petfinder.

Ruby is a charming female chihuahua and rat terrier mix in the care of Pooch Match.

Ruby gets along well with other dogs. Fear not: She's already house-trained, vaccinated and spayed.

Notes from her caretakers:

Apply to adopt Ruby today at Petfinder.

Nubi is a female English bulldog mix being cared for at Southern California Bulldog Rescue.

Nubi loves other dogs and cats. She has had all of her shots and is spayed.

Here's what Nubi "tells" her friends at Southern California Bulldog Rescue:

Apply to adopt Nubi today at Petfinder.

Dottie is a female English bulldog dog staying at Southern California Bulldog Rescue.

No other dogs, please: Dottie is looking for a dog-free forever home. She is spayed and has had all her shots.

Dottie "tells" her current caretakers:

Read more about how to adopt Dottie on Petfinder.

Becka is a winsome female English bulldog dog currently housed at Southern California Bulldog Rescue.

Becka will do best with an owner who has time to bond with her. She'll need a home free of other dogs. Her vaccinations are up to date and she is spayed.

Here's what Becka "tells" her friends at Southern California Bulldog Rescue:

Read more about Becka on Petfinder.

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Pete and Rose, American bulldog mixes

Pete and Rose are a pair of pals that can be adopted together or separately. They are about two years old. Pete weighs about 60 pounds and Rose about 50 pounds. They are very affectionate and wonderful companions. Pete has a medium energy level and Rose has a medium-high energy level. They would do best in a home that can channel their energy in constructive ways. They both know a few basic commands like sit and shake.

Lexi, Labrador retriever mix

This gal is three years old. She has a high energy level and would do well in a home that can give her lots of exercise. She loves people and gets very excited when she meets new ones. She loves to be petted and will follow you around to get your attention. She'll even come and lay with you.

Ruby, chihuahua and rat terrier mix

Ruby is gentle and affectionate with all humans. She is doting and eager-to-please her people, a true gem. She is sociable and friendly with other dogs and has a medium energy level.

Nubi, English bulldog mix

I'm three years old and I've been through a lot in my short life, including being adopted and returned to the shelter. Humans haven't been nice to me so I'm still learning not to be scared of them. I need a quiet, patient home that is willing to work with me. I just want to be loved and treated nicely.

Dottie, English bulldog

I'm about three years old. I'm a big girl and may not look like your typical bulldog, but I've got lots of love to give. I'm super strong, so need an owner that can handle my size and energy level. I would do best in a home with a yard so I can run off some of my energy (and drop a few pounds). I need to be the only dog and am good with kids 12-plus.

Becka, English bulldog

I'm fiv years old. My biggest passions are napping outside in the sun and being anywhere where food might be. I'm polite socially with other dogs but need a home as the only spoiled princess. I can be placed with kids 12-plus and am able to do stairs. I'm an easygoing girl looking for my family. Is that you?