These Santa Ana-based canines are up for adoption and in need of a good home

<p>Photos: Petfinder</p>

Photos: Petfinder

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

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.)


Drake, dachshund and chihuahua mix

Drake is a darling male dachshund and chihuahua mix staying at Pooch Match.

Drake is happy to keep company with other dogs. He is neutered, vaccinated and house-trained.

From Drake's current caretaker:

Read more about Drake on Petfinder.

He is sociable and friendly with people, and an excellent, loyal and loving companion. He is crate-trained and walks well on a leash.

Hershey, Labrador retriever and German shepherd mix

Hershey is a sweet female Labrador retriever and German shepherd mix staying at Pooch Match.

Hershey plays well with others — she'll get along great with your other dogs. She's mastered her house-training etiquette and has all her shots.

Here's what Hershey's friends at Pooch Match think of her:

Read more about how to adopt Hershey on Petfinder.

Hershey is active, energetic, affectionate and sweet. She loves to play, almost as much as she loves kisses. She was rescued as a stray.

Marley, Shetland sheepdog and papillon mix

Marley is a sweet male Shetland sheepdog and papillon mix being kept at Pooch Match.

Marley will get along great with your other dogs. He's neutered, vaccinated and mastered his house-training etiquette.

From Marley's current caretaker:

Read more about how to adopt Marley on Petfinder.

He gets along well with people, but can be a bit timid at first. He interacts wonderfully with other dogs. Marley was surrendered to us by his owners, along with his three puppies who have since been adopted.

Spot, American bulldog and pit bull terrier mix

Spot is a lovable male American bulldog and pit bull terrier mix being cared for at Pooch Match.

Spot will get along great with other dogs. He's mastered his house-training etiquette, his vaccinations are up to date and he is neutered.

From Spot's current caretaker:

Read more about Spot on Petfinder.

He is gentle, sociable and playful. He is a super foodie — he loves to eat cookies, biscuits and dog food. The person who holds the food has his complete and undivided attention. He’s also a super cuddler; he loves to give and receive affection.

Deluca, American Staffordshire terrier and Labrador retriever mix

Deluca is a sweet female American Staffordshire terrier and Labrador retriever mix in the care of Pooch Match.

Deluca is a social animal, and she'll get along great with your other dogs. No need to worry: She's already house-trained, vaccinated and spayed.

Here's what Deluca's friends at Pooch Match think of her:

Read more about how to adopt Deluca on Petfinder.

She is a gorgeous 8.5-year-old female. Don't be fooled, she still has tons of puppy energy — she walks/runs over five miles per day, loves to play fetch, swim and play with balanced large breed dogs. She's also an absolute love with her humans. While inside she's a snuggle bug that loves treats, naps and playing with her toys. She's well-trained, responsive to commands, sleeps on long car rides and isn’t a barker.

Nico, chihuahua and rat terrier mix

Nico is a male chihuahua and rat terrier mix currently residing at Pooch Match.

Nico is a social animal — he'll get along great with your other dogs. He's mastered his house-training etiquette, has had all of his shots and is neutered.

Here's what Nico's friends at Pooch Match think of him:

Read more about how to adopt Nico on Petfinder.

Nico is an acrobatic, active little guy who also loves to be carried and loved on. He is full of affection and personality and he loves to show it. He is crate-trained and walks well on a leash.

Roger, Cairn terrier and wirehaired terrier mix

Roger is a charming male Cairn terrier and wirehaired terrier mix being kept at Pooch Match.

Roger is a social animal, and he gets along well with other dogs. Roger is neutered, and he has had all his shots. He's already house-trained.

Notes from Roger's caretakers:

Read more about Roger on Petfinder.

Roger is an odd duck. Loyal to the core, well behaved and low maintenance. He was a tough catch as a stray and is now entirely sociable with other dogs. He does well with humans after gaining their trust. He would be well-suited to a home with adults or young adults, but no children.


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