- Supporting shelter dogs in Los Angeles
Helping homeless dogs across Los Angeles communities
The CANIS Foundation supports shelter and homeless dogs throughout Los Angeles, CA through foster care, adoption resources, and training scholarships. Our mission is to reduce euthanasia, strengthen placements, and help more dogs find safe, loving homes.
- Home
- Los Angeles, CA
Why Us
Why Los Angeles families support our mission
Life-saving programs daily
Our initiatives help shelter dogs gain care, stability, and adoption readiness.
Community-focused support network
We work with rescues, fosters, and adopters across Los Angeles together.
Training resources for success
Scholarships and education improve behavior outcomes and long-term placement stability.
Better adoption connections made
Matchmaking tools help dogs enter homes that fit their needs.
Experience
- Programs serving dogs across Los Angeles
How we help shelter dogs locally
Canis Foster Club
Temporary homes that save lives
The Canis Foster Club connects Los Angeles families with shelter dogs needing temporary care. Foster homes provide comfort, stability, and support while dogs await adoption opportunities.
- Temporary foster homes for dogs
- Support for foster families
- Guidance through each placement
- Reduced shelter overcrowding stress
Mutt Matchmaker Database
Better matches for lasting homes
The Mutt Matchmaker Database helps Los Angeles shelter dogs connect with adopters through lifestyle-based matching. This program improves adoption success and reduces the risk of returns.
BENEFITS:
- Adoption matches based on lifestyle
- Support for shelter placements
- Reduced returns to shelters
- Better outcomes for families
Training Scholarships
Training support for rescue success
Training Scholarships help Los Angeles shelter dogs access education and behavior support before adoption. These scholarships improve confidence, routines, and readiness for stable homes after placement.
BENEFITS:
- Training access for rescue dogs
- Support for foster transitions
- Better adoption readiness outcomes
- Reduced shelter stress levels
Online Courses
Learning support from anywhere
Online Courses provide training education for Los Angeles rescues, fosters, and adopters. Flexible learning helps dogs build routines, improve behavior, and transition smoothly into loving homes.
BENEFITS:
- Basic obedience learning resources
- Guidance for foster families
- Confidence building training lessons
- Home routines and structure
In-Person Workshops
Hands-on learning for better bonds
In-Person Workshops offer Los Angeles shelter dogs and adopters direct training support through guided practice. These sessions strengthen confidence, improve manners, and prepare dogs for adoption success.
BENEFITS:
- Group training with guidance
- Socialization practice in safe settings
- Handling skills for families
- Shelter dog behavior education
Private Classes
Individual support for rescue dogs
Private Classes provide one-on-one training support for Los Angeles shelter dogs needing focused guidance. These sessions improve confidence, behavior, and readiness for stable adoption placements in homes.
BENEFITS:
- One-on-one training sessions available
- Support for behavioral challenges
- Confidence building through structure
- Guidance for foster families
- Steps that guide shelter success
How our Los Angeles programs support dogs
Identify needs
We focus on shelter dogs requiring foster care, training support, or adoption guidance in Los Angeles.
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Connect resources
Our programs link rescues, fosters, and adopters with tools that improve placement outcomes.
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Provide training
Scholarships, courses, and workshops help dogs build confidence, manners, and stability before adoption.
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Support placements
We help dogs enter loving homes with stronger readiness, reducing returns and improving success.
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Support shelter dogs across Los Angeles today
Join our mission to help homeless dogs find care, training, and lasting homes.
- What Our Clients Are Saying
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Connect With The CANIS Foundation Team
Let’s support shelter dogs together, starting today. Whether you want to learn about fostering, adoption resources, or training scholarships, our team is here to help. We proudly serve the Los Angeles community through education, outreach, and life-saving programs.