Rally has earned his name. He’s a 4-year-old Longtime Legend, meaning that he’s been at Long Beach Animal Care Services for over a year. That’s mainly because has been spending his weeks and months dealing with knee surgery that Friends of Long Beach Animals covered. And Rally has rallied and continues to rally! He’s learning to walk gently on leash and enjoys rides in the car. On the day of his one-year “shelterversity,” volunteer Sarah decided that Rally should observe the day with a Fido Field trip to get a Pup Cup and a burger. He loved the ride—he watched the scenery and thanked Sarah with some burger-breath kisses. Would you rally around Rally and take him home forever? Long Beach Animal Care Services is over capacity with dogs, so speed the process to adopt or foster Rally or any of our other pets by emailing PetAdopt@longbeach.gov or petfoster@longbeach.gov. You can also call (562) 570-4925. Our shelter hours are Wednesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 7700 E. Spring St. at the entrance to El Dorado Park (no parking fee for shelter visitors). Ask for ID#A746783.

Meet Malachite. This handsome one-year-old came to the shelter with a group of young dogs, all of whom have since found their homes. So why is Malachite still waiting? If you ask his friends at the shelter, they’ll tell you the truth: the shelter just isn’t where he shines. Malachite is a sensitive, shy soul, and when he feels overwhelmed in his kennel, he doesn’t always know what to do with those big feelings. Sometimes, they come out as barking, pacing or jumping in his kennel. People walk by, see those few seconds of him struggling, and keep going. And they miss out on the nice dog underneath the stress. The dog who just needs a little time to feel safe. The dog who has done well with other dogs. The dog who likes to play with toys. The dog who, once he decides you’re one of his people, is your friend for life. Malachite doesn’t need someone to rush him. He needs someone willing to give him time to build his confidence and show them who he really is. Want to make a difference in a shelter dog’s life? Malachite is waiting for someone willing to see past the kennel and give the good dog underneath a chance toshine. Want to make a difference in a dog’s life? Malachite’s waiting to meet you. Long Beach Animal Care Services is over capacity with dogs, so speed the process to adopt or foster Malachite or any of our other pets by emailing PetAdopt@longbeach.gov or petfoster@longbeach.gov. You can also call (562) 570-4925. Our shelter hours are Wednesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 7700 E. Spring St. at the entrance to El Dorado Park (no parking fee for shelter visitors). Ask for ID#A757967.

Meet sweet Bobbi Sox. She’s only about 8 months old, and she’s already experienced tragedy. Bobbi was found after she was hit by a car—the incident caused a seizure and left her with head trauma and a wobbly walk. But it didn’t affect her personality—Bobbi just wants cuddles and pets, to hang out with people, and a nap on your lap. Bobbi needs more than just a loving home—she needs someone who understands her specific special needs. Even a temporary foster will do her a world of good. Please come to our shelter and meet her! Long Beach Animal Care Services is over capacity with dogs, so speed the process to adopt or foster Bobbi Sox or any of our other pets by emailing PetAdopt@longbeach.gov or petfoster@longbeach.gov. You can also call (562) 570-4925. Our shelter hours are Wednesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 7700 E. Spring St. at the entrance to El Dorado Park (no parking fee for shelter visitors). Ask for ID#A766266.

Meet Gunther, a 6-year-old orange-and-white fellow who was found abandoned in a carrier under a picnic table in a park. Speaking of picnics, Gunther may have enjoyed a few in his time because he weighs 19 pounds. However, to have been left on his own, enclosed in a carrier with no guarantee that anyone would discover him, is a good indication that he wasn’t properly cared for or cared about. But volunteers Susan and Janet think that he’s probably happy to be with people who show him attention and affection now. He’s been at the shelter only a few weeks, and he’s quickly shown himself to be a total angel. He’s quite handsome, but just for the record, he doesn’t like to be called obese—just pleasingly plump! Come meet this big hunk of purring love, and be his real friend forever! To adopt Gunther, email PetAdopt@longbeach.gov to speed the process, or call (562) 570-7387. Better yet, meet him in person at Long Beach Animal Care Services, 7700 E. Spring St., Long Beach, at entrance to El Dorado Park (no parking fee for shelter visitors). Visiting hours are Wednesday–Friday, 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m., and Saturday–Sunday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Ask for ID#763478

“Good Dog Carl,” a Rottweiler/pit bull mix, has been at Long Beach Animal Care Services since November 2025. Carl was just a few months old when he came to the shelter—as one volunteer said, he’s literally grown up there. He’s also grown to be quite a charmer. One of his favorite things to do is to fall asleep with his big head on your hand. Volunteer Nici said it best: “Carl is that quietly mysterious, handsome guy at the party who’s hanging out by the snack table, pretending he didn’t notice you while secretly hoping you’ll come say hi. Once you’ve been officially approved by Carl’s very thorough committee of one, you’ll discover a sweet, gentle friend who thinks you’re pretty much the greatest human there ever was.” Carl knows basic commands and is smart beyond his years (or rather, months). He’s eager to learn new things to show off to his special family when he’s adopted. Although Carl has grown up with nothing but love and attention, an animal shelter is no place for a loving doggie to grow up. Come meet him! Long Beach Animal Care Services is over capacity with dogs, so speed the process to adopt or foster Carl or any of our other pets by emailing PetAdopt@longbeach.gov or petfoster@longbeach.gov. You can also call (562) 570-4925. Our shelter hours are Wednesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 7700 E. Spring St. at the entrance to El Dorado Park (no parking fee for shelter visitors). Ask for ID#A753148.