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Dogs for adoption in Santa Maria, California

25 dogs waiting near Santa Maria

Adoptable dogs near Santa Maria, California. Filter by age, size, and household fit.

25 dogs are listed in and around Santa Maria right now, from 1 shelter or rescue across Santa Barbara County. 3 are listed as seniors. The nearest larger group is Lompoc, about 15 miles away, with 19 waiting.

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MAXX, a Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler (medium coat) · 1 YearListed since July 2026
MAXX
Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler (medium coat) · 1 Year
Santa Maria, CA

1 dog match your filters

MAXX, a Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler (medium coat) · 1 Year
MAXX
Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler (medium coat) · 1 Year
Santa Maria, CA

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Dogs near Santa Maria

Lompoc (19)Santa Barbara (40)Paso Robles (6)Ojai (27)Ventura (33)Camarillo (161)

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