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The Oakland City Administrator’s Office has announced that Deputy City Administrator Joe DeVries will be the shelter’s new director. Additionally, the city has made a commitment to strengthen their relationship with the Friends of Oakland Animal Services, the shelter’s non-profit partner.

For more information on this announcement, see Oakland’s press release.

Oakland Animal Services will be participating in the BISSELL Pet Foundation Empty the Shelters Holiday Hope Event from December 1 through December 17!  Join us and meet your new fur-ever family member with waived adoption fees!

Under general supervision, this role is responsible to support the Adoption Coordinators by facilitating on-site and off-site adoptions for animals from Oakland Animal Services (OAS). Since 2020, OAS has made great strides in removing barriers to adoption, improving the experience of potential adopters, and increasing lifesaving. The adoption rate for dogs and cats has tripled since that time.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, flexible and able to work well in a fast-paced team environment.

Adoptions are done primarily on-site during open adoption hours, currently four days per week, which are supported by staff and highly committed volunteers. One goal for this role is to build the capacity of volunteers, so that we can increase open adoption hours to seven days per week.  With approximately 40% of OAS dogs in foster care, the Adoption Program Assistant will also be tasked with supporting the adoption program for foster dogs to better engage foster volunteers in the marketing and adoption process.

In recent years, OAS has introduced equity focused shelter-intake and community-serving programs, such as providing access to veterinary care, to help keep animals with their families. Through support from Friends of Oakland Animal Services (FOAS), OAS has created an Outcome Team, made up of the Foster, Adoption, Transfer and Behavior Coordinators, to focus on placing animals and reducing length of stay.

More information, including compensation and qualifications, can be found here.

Join Oakland Animal Services (OAS) as a Volunteer Coordinator and help to make a difference at Oakland’s only “open admissions” shelter. This means we take animals regardless of age, breed, temperament, or medical condition, and volunteers are vital to helping these animals get adopted. We are a City agency that proudly provides public safety and animal welfare services, as well as human health and social services.

Being a part of OAS provides the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both the community and the animals in our care. As a key member of OAS, you’ll play a vital role in fostering a compassionate and supportive environment where volunteers and staff work together to improve the lives of animals. You’ll have the chance to develop and manage volunteer programs that align with our mission to provide high-quality care and services for animals while also ensuring that our efforts are inclusive and accessible to Oakland’s diverse population. Your skills in volunteer management, conflict resolution, and community outreach will create a positive experience for everyone involved.

More details and the job application can be found here. Applications are due to the City of Oakland by October 13, 2024.

Get ready to rev up your engines and drive change this October with Cartober 2024! Here’s everything you need to know about Cartober and how you can support Friends of Oakland Animal Services.

What is Cartober?

Cartober is an online giving campaign held throughout the month of October to showcase the power of vehicle donations for nonprofits. Whether it’s a car, truck, RV, motorcycle, or boat, Cartober encourages people to donate their unwanted vehicles to their favorite nonprofits. By donating a vehicle, people like you can make a tangible difference in their communities and support causes they care about.

Our Mission

At Friends of Oakland Animal Services, our mission is to provide homes, health, and happiness for Oakland’s homeless animals. Through Cartober, we’re excited to raise awareness about the impact of vehicle donations and engage with supporters like you. Every vehicle donated during Cartober helps us further our mission and make a positive impact in our community.

How You Can Get Involved

There are several ways you can get involved in Cartober and support our cause:

1. Donate Your Vehicle: If you have an unwanted car, truck, RV, motorcycle, or boat, consider donating it to Friends of Oakland Animal Services during Cartober. Your vehicle donation will directly support our programs and initiatives. Visit cartober.com/friendsofoas or call 855-227-1822 to learn more.
2. Spread the Word: Share information about Cartober on social media and encourage your friends and family to participate. Use the hashtag #Cartober2024 to join the conversation and raise awareness about the campaign.

Why Cartober Matters

Cartober isn’t just about giving vehicles – it’s about giving back to our community and driving positive change. By participating in Cartober, you can make a real difference in to improving the quality of life for shelter animals.

Join us in celebrating the power of vehicle donations and making a difference in our community. Together, we can drive change and create a brighter future for Oakland’s animals.

For the 5th year in a row, we are launching the Bad Art Campaign to support the life-saving programs at Oakland Animal Services! Our amazing volunteer team is a lively mix of artistic geniuses and those who might prefer to stick to their day jobs, all coming together for another fantastic FUNdraiser to support our mission to help Oakland’s animals in need.

For just $50, you can receive a custom electronic portrait of your beloved pet, lovingly created by one of our talented volunteers. If you’d prefer a physical keepsake, a $125 donation will get you a beautifully crafted portrait delivered right to your door (shipping not included).

These whimsical portraits make perfect gifts for any animal lover in your life. Support FOAS and get a one-of-a-kind portrait! 

Bad Art Campaign runs September 4th through September 18th September 22!

Get your Bad Art today!

Previous Bad Art Galleries: 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020

Support Oakland Animal Services with this exclusive limited-edition apparel available this week only! FLOAT – For the Love Of All Things – will donate $8 to the Friends of Oakland Animal Services for every purchase made. These designs are only available through July 29!