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Dog Adoption Events in Los Angeles 2026: Foster and Rescue Opportunities Near You

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Hey dog parents! If you are searching for dog adoption events in Los Angeles, foster opportunities or local rescue events to add a pup to your family, this is more than just another dog friendly Los Angeles guide. Right now, dogs in city shelters and rescues are waiting for someone to choose them, spoil them and every adoption event or foster application is a real chance at a forever home. These LA dog adoption events are not just calendar listings, they are second chances for pups who deserve stability, safety, treats, lots of belly rubs and more treats.


Whether you are ready to foster short term, explore foster to adopt programs, or fully commit to adoption in Los Angeles, this guide will help you stay informed on the latest opportunities to step in and make room for a rescue dog who needs you.


Dog Adoption Events, Foster and Rescue Opportunities in Los Angeles This Month

Three dogs in heart frames, wearing bandanas, on a white background. "Adoption event" text. Info: Feb 21, 10am-12pm, Tailwaggers.

Date: February 21, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM


Adoption event flyer with a dog, cat, and puppy in heart frames. Text: "Saturday, Feb. 21st, 11am-2pm @ Tailwaggers, 1929 N Bronson Ave."

Date: February 21, 2026, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM


White dog with tongue out on a teal and orange flyer for an adoption event. Text: "Wags on the Waterfront," date, time, and location info.

Date: February 21, 2026, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM


Cartoon dog holds "Feb 22nd, noon-3pm, Whittier Brewing Company" sign. Red heart border, "Barks and Brews," "Legacy of Love," and "Shelter Street Dogs" text.

Date: February 22, 2026, 12:00 - 3:00 PM


Pet adoption event flyer featuring dogs on pink paw print background. Text details event on Feb 21, 12PM-4PM, with contact info and logos.

Date: February 21, 2026, 12:00 - 4:00 PM


Cat and dogs in heart frames for an adoption event by L.A. Animal Rescue and CATS. Details: Feb 22nd, 11am-2pm at Tailwaggers, Larchmont.

Date: February 22, 2026, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM


NOTE: This post will be constantly updated with the latest dog adoption events, foster opportunities, and rescue happenings in Los Angeles, so be sure to bookmark this page and check back often.


That’s it for this month’s adoption and foster updates in LA. If you know of a rescue event I should feature, tag me on Instagram @sweetlifeofcalvin or drop a comment. I love sharing meaningful ways our dog loving community can show up.


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