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Puppies and dogs in Oakland, California

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Oakland, California. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

Elara

Boxer Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 4 mos

Oakland, CA

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Elara is just beginning to learn what it means to be a dog in a home. She has had little to no training yet, so her new family should be prepared to start with the basics — house training, leash skills, basic manners, socialization, and learning how to settle in the home. Raising a puppy takes time, patience, consistency, and plenty of supervision. During this important developmental stage, she needs people who are home at least every two hours throughout the day for potty breaks, guidance, companionship, and opportunities to learn. Puppy classes are strongly encouraged, both for training and continued socialization. As she grows, her exercise and activity needs will increase, so her family should be prepared to provide regular walks, age-appropriate exercise, mental enrichment, and ongoing training as she matures. Elara is at the very beginning of her journey, and with the right guidance, she’ll have every opportunity to grow into a wonderful adult companion. (HH) Estimated adult weight is about 40+ pounds, no guarantees.

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Hot Cocoa

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 4 yrs 6 mos

Oakland, CA

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Meet Hot Cocoa! He’s well-behaved, polite, and eager to connect with the world around him. Hot Cocoa is easy to please, content to lie beside you in the grass, or happy to receive affection. He is outgoing and loves to meet other dogs and humans. One of the best things about Hot Cocoa is that he doesn’t seem to bark or get too worked up over much. He’s comfortable being left alone for several hours in his crate and chills while he waits for you to return. Hot Cocoa is house-trained and knows “sit.” He is ready for more training with someone who enjoys helping a great dog learn more training, especially on leash. At the park, Hot Cocoa loves watching people and dogs, happily exploring flowers and bushes, and charming passersby. Let's make a plan to meet by filling out a questionnaire and a volunteer will contact you. (FD) * A generous donor has sponsored Hot Cocoa’s adoption fee! HC weighs 59 pounds.

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Jetson

Chihuahua Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 11 yrs 4 mos

Oakland, CA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Jetson is a chihuahua mix who weighs around 23 lbs (and could lose a pound or two). This little guy is a little nervous with new people, and needs to take things at his own pace, but with the right home, we know he will flourish. He enjoys sunshine, sniffy adventures, respectful small dog friends, and taking life one careful step at a time. He would do best in a quiet home without small children. Jetson walks well on leash and takes treats gently. He seems to be house trained and doesn't bark very much. He has also tested well with cats! He may not be ready to fly straight into your arms… but for the right person, this little guy is absolutely worth the journey.

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Mamas

Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 8 yrs 10 mos

Oakland, CA

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Story

Meet Mamas! This old lady loves the little things in life - a soft bed, good food, and snuggling with her favorite people. She's looking for a couch to call home for her golden years. Mamas is an approximately 8 year-old mix who weighs about 67 lbs. She is friendly with all people and does fine with other dogs out and about, although she'd likely do best as the only dog in the home. She is house trained, crate trained, and does well a couple of short, leisurely walks per day. Otherwise, her favorite thing to do is nap! If you're looking for a chill buddy to share some good times with, look not further than Mamas.

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Adam

Mastiff Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos

Oakland, CA

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Adam is an 80-pound silly, calm and cuddly boy doing so well with his amazing\ foster who says her favorite qualities are his squishy, loveable face, his soft fur, and his smile. Adam walks well on leash and is eager to "sit" for his dinner. He gets along great with other dogs. He is calm, playful and has good manners and is not overly curious about cats. He is low energy but really enjoys going for walks and being let out to run and explore in a fenced area. Adam is protective of his family and property and, with proper introductions, is the most loyal and gentle guy! He needs an adopter who can guide him with boundaries and offer lots of socialization opportunities. Everyone who meets Adam falls in love with him! He's just waiting for the right one who's ready to provide him a stable and loving home. If that's you, please submit an application and a volunteer will be in touch! (HD)

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Brownie

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium) Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 6 yrs 2 mos

Oakland, CA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Brownie is a sweet, 18-pound boy who may be a little shy at first, but once he gets to know you, he becomes an incredibly loyal and affectionate companion who loves being by your side. He’s a low-energy guy who enjoys a predictable routine. He loves his morning breakfast, a daily walk (he’s already worked his way up to a mile!), and long naps next to his favorite person while they work. He’s doing wonderfully with house-training and has made impressive progress with his leash walking. He isn’t particularly interested in toys just yet, but his playful, silly side is starting to emerge as his confidence grows. Brownie has been wonderful with older, dog-savvy kids and enjoys their company. If there is a resident dog in the home, Brownie will need slow, patient introductions and careful management to help him feel comfortable. Taking things at his pace will give him the best chance to settle in successfully. Brownie is happiest in a quiet home where someone is around most of the time. Give him a little time to settle in, a consistent routine, and plenty of affection, and you’ll have a devoted little companion who is happiest simply being near his people. (RZ)

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Dog shelters and rescues in Oakland, California

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Oakland, California. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Rocket Dog Rescue

3561 Foothill Blvd, Oakland, CA 94601

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Oakland Animal Services

1101 29th Ave, Oakland, CA 94601

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Rescue

Beagle Freedom Project - Oakland

Oakland, CA 94602

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Rescue

BADRAP

PO BOX 27705, Oakland, CA 94602

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

East Bay SPCA - Oakland

8323 Baldwin Street, Oakland, CA 94621

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter

1590 Fortmann Way, Alameda, CA 94501

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Rescue

Golden State German Shepherd Rescue

Golden State German Shepherd Rescue, Post Office Box 2956, Alameda, CA 94501

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Wren Yorkie Rescue

4400 Keller Avenue, Suite 140-339, Oakland, CA 94605

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Hair of the Dog - A Bay Area Rescue

1714 Franklin St, 100-304, Oakland, CA 94612

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

California Underdog Rescue & Education

Oakland, CA 94612

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Popular dog breeds

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Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier Akbash Akita Alaskan Klee Kai Alaskan Malamute American Bulldog American Cocker Spaniel American Eskimo Dog American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Anatolian Shepherd Aussiedoodle Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Terrier Basenji Basset Hound Beagle Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Laekenois Belgian Malinois Belgian Shepherd Belgian Tervuren Bernedoodle Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Black Mouth Cur Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy Bluetick Coonhound Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Boykin Spaniel Briard Brittany Brussels Griffon Bull Terrier Bullmastiff Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd

English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog

German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky

Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo

Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen

Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever

Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi

Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund

Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla

Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless

Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Oakland, California. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

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