Adoption Location Details
Address:
Petco - 141 S Las Posas Rd - San Marcos, CA 92078
Upcoming Dog Adoption Events in San Marcos, CA
Adopt a dog at one of our dog adoption events near Encinitas
Encinitas is a coastal town with a deep love for dogs, and it’s about a 15-20 minute drive from our adoption events in San Marcos. That makes it easy for Encinitas, Leucadia, and Cardiff residents to meet their next dog in person.
Getting to an adoption event
San Marcos adoption events are the closest option for Encinitas adopters. Once you find a dog you’re interested in on our available dogs page, you can reserve a spot to meet them at our next San Marcos event.
Dog-friendly Encinitas
Encinitas gives dogs plenty of room to play. The roughly 2-acre Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park at Encinitas Community Park has separate areas for small dogs and timid or first-time dogs, plus a large lawn open to all. Olympus Park, Encinitas Viewpoint Park, Orpheus Park, and Sun Vista Park (east) also offer off-leash time on set days and hours. For beach days, Cardiff State Beach welcomes dogs on a leash up to six feet long.
Patio dining is part of daily life here. Bier Garden Encinitas has one of the most spacious open-air patios in town, and dogs are welcome to relax by the table. Le Papagayo keeps water bowls full on its heated dog-friendly patio, and The Cottage on El Camino Real has a large patio that suits dogs of any size. Encinitas Fish Shop on Coast Highway 101 also offers a dog-friendly patio.
Frequently asked questions
Does Amazing Dogs Rescue have dogs available near Encinitas?
Yes. Our adoptable dogs come from both sides of the US/Mexico border, and Encinitas residents are welcome to reserve a meet-and-greet at our San Marcos events.
How do I adopt a dog if I live in Encinitas?
Browse our available dogs, reserve a spot for the dog you’re interested in, and meet them in person at our next San Marcos adoption event, about 15-20 minutes away.
Where are your adoption events held?
Events are held in San Marcos, CA, a short drive from Encinitas, Leucadia, and Cardiff.
Adoption Event Manager
I have had pairs of rescue dogs all my life. It’s not only dogs’ wonderful qualities that draw me to them. I’ve seen firsthand how much dogs improve families’ lives. These wonderful creatures lift moods, teach responsibility, help reduce stress, promote socialization with neighbors, and so much more. Dogs just make us better humans. By working as an Amazing Dogs event manager, every two weeks, I get to see hopeful dog owners begin new adventures in love and connection. What a gift!
Petco Store Manager
Now in my 10th year as the San Marcos Petco store manager, I continue to be amazed by pet parents’ dedication. Today, pets are part of the family, and my team and I are proud to get owners the products and guidance they need to help their pets live their best lives.
My interest in animals started in my childhood with a little Yorkie named Pintsey. Today, I have two dogs, three cats, and a fish tank. Someday, I’ll add my perfect Highland mini-cow (yes, they exist) to the family.
Amazing Dogs Rescue has been fantastic to work with. My team and I appreciate that the organization keeps most of its dogs with foster families. They make sure these rescues are socialized with humans, other dogs, and even cats. Our customers love seeing the dogs every other Sunday!
Dogs wake up every day excited to see the same people, eat the same food, and walk the same route. And somehow, they are still happier than all of us.
