UPDATE Aug 13, 2018: Rico is now in foster!
Curious and lovable Rico needs a break from shelter life. If you can foster, please complete and submit our online questionnaire.
Oakland’s only open admissions shelter
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UPDATE Aug 13, 2018: Rico is now in foster!
Curious and lovable Rico needs a break from shelter life. If you can foster, please complete and submit our online questionnaire.
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The Fourth of July can be a frightening time for animals, when the loud sounds of firecrackers and fireworks often sends pets scurrying out of the house or yard in search of security or shelter. Oakland Animal Services reminds all animal owners that they can save themselves and their pets a tremendous amount of heartache and anxiety by keeping the animals comfortable during Fourth of July celebrations:
Anyone who loses an animal in Oakland should visit the shelter’s Found Animals webpage as well as in person during open hours. The shelter is located at 1101 29th Ave, Oakland, CA 94601.
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We’re Hiring!! We are currently recruiting to fill one Full-Time Veterinary Technician vacancy and one Part-Time Veterinary Technician vacancy.
Do you have superior organizational and people skills? Are you highly motivated and dedicated to providing outstanding care to animals? This is an exciting career opportunity and we are seeking individuals who would gladly dedicate their time, energy and expertise to a community they love and an employer who values their talents. If you would like to share your talents with a city that will value your contributions, Oakland welcomes you.
The full-time position has an outstanding City of Oakland benefits package! Apply here
The part-time RVT position is a contract through our non-profit Friends of Oakland Animal Services, funded by a private donor. This position is great for an RVT who is looking to pick up more work. More details can be found here. To apply, please send resume and cover letter to .
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UPDATE July 11: The Spay/Neuter Program Coordinator position has been filled.
The Friends of Oakland Animals Services is hiring for two positions: a Registered Veterinarian Technician and a Spay/Neuter Program Coordinator. To apply for either position, email your resume and cover letter to and state in the subject which position you are applying for.
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More info on Cristy | More info on Sage
UPDATE: May 21, 2018, Sage is now in foster. Cristy is still looking for a foster or forever home.
Sweet and playful Cristy needs a break from the shelter! If you can provide a home for Cristy while she waits for her forever family
Sage isn’t enjoying being at the shelter and could use some time in a home to decompress.
To foster or adopt either Cristy or Sage, please complete and submit our online questionnaire.
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More info on Beyonce | More info on Jiffy
UPDATE May 10, 2018: Beyonce and Jiffy have found foster homes!
Beyonce is a sweet happy dog whose tail never stops wagging. She loves everyone she meets and is up for any adventure that comes her way.
Jiffy is an older gentle guy who likes to take his time to smell the flowers or just lounge on the couch.
To foster Beyonce or Jiffy, complete and submit our online questionnaire.
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Under general supervision, this position is responsible for developing and administering the foster program for shelter animals. This is a part-time, hourly position that reports to the Friends of Oakland Animal Services (FOAS) Board of Directors for employment matters and the Oakland Animal Services (OAS) Director or his/her designee for daily job operational needs.
To apply, email resume and cover letter to .
Download a PDF of this job description.
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THIS WEEK ONLY! Friends of Oakland Animal Services is thrilled to announce that we’ve partnered with FLOAT – For Love Of All Things to bring you limited edition “Adopt Oakland” Tees/Tanks/Hoodies available this week only! For every item sold FLOAT will donate $8 to Friends of Oakland Animal Services to help them reduce animal overpopulation through free spay/neuter clinics! Head on over to www.float.org/collections/foas and SHOP today – lots of fun colors and styles to choose from!
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You may have heard on news reports that there have been multiple cases of Canine Influenza Virus H3N2 (CIV) in the South Bay Area. Dog daycare centers have shut down, and veterinary clinics that are treating confirmed cases. CIV is a very contagious disease that, while treatable, can pose a serious health risk to individual animals. This virus is new to the Bay Area and at this time Oakland Animal Services (OAS) does not have any confirmed cases.
The most common symptoms are coughing, sneezing, nasal discharge, lethargy, loss of appetite, fever. Some more severe cases may progress to pneumonia and require hospitalization. If your dog shows any of these symptoms, take them to your veterinarian immediately, and do not let them interact with other dogs for at least thirty days from the onset of the symptoms. View this brochure with more information and what precautions you should take with your own pets. You should also consult your veterinarian if you have specific questions.
Learn more the Canine Influenza Virus, visit: www.dogflu.com.
For services such as bringing in stray animals, general questions, etc. For adoptions, see separate hours below.
Mon 11-5pm
Tue 11-5pm
Wed 11-5pm
Thu 11-7pm
Fri 11-5pm
Sat 11-5pm
Sun 11-5pm
See adoption process here.
Thu 12-7pm
Fri 12-3pm
Sat 12-3pm
Sun 12-3pm
1101 29th Avenue,
Oakland, CA 94601
Fax: 510.535.5601
Phone: 510.535.5602
Relay Service 711
For Urgent Service:
Call the Oakland Police
Non-Emergency Dispatch Line:
510.777.3333
In cases of emergency, call 911 (land line) or 510-777-3211 (cell phone).
Quick links to: Adoptions, Lost and Found Pets, Dog Licensing
Jan 1 & 15, Feb 19, Apr 1, May 27, June 19,
Jul 4, Sep 2 & 9, Nov 11, Nov 28 & 29, Dec 25