Adopt a Chow Chow in California

Chow Chows are aloof, dignified, and intensely loyal dogs with their iconic lion's mane and blue-black tongues. They appear in rescue when their independent temperament doesn't match owner expectations. A rescued Chow bonds quietly but deeply with its chosen family.

California has one of the largest populations of rescue dogs in the United States. The state's warm climate means many rescues operate year-round, and major metro areas like Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are home to hundreds of rescue organizations.