Adopt

Puppies and dogs in Oakland, California

Looking for a puppy or dog in Oakland, California? Adopt a Pet can help you find a new best friend near you.

A pair of dogs

Adopt a dog in Oakland, California

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.
We'll also keep you updated on CANNOLI's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of CANNOLI

CANNOLI

American Bulldog

Female, 5 yrs 1 mo
Alameda, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Cannoli is looking for a forever family to love her, worrywarts and all. This sweet chonkhead is on the nervous side, so she likes taking her time getting used to new people and situations. Once familiar with you, though, she relaxes and becomes very affectionate and playful. * Sweet and loyal * No kids * Well-mannered dogs okay * Likes settling into new environments slowly Cannoli has been hoping for a home for such a long time, we're really hoping someone will take a chance on this good girl so she can finally breathe a sweet sigh of relief. Did you know FAAS reimburses up to $200 in canine behavior classes with every dog adoption? You can help Cannoli settle her nerves by taking her to puppy charm school. Cannoli is waiting to meet you at 1590 Fortmann Way in Alameda, California, any afternoon but Monday!
We'll also keep you updated on BENTLEY's adoption status with email updates.
long timer badge
Photo of BENTLEY

BENTLEY

Tibetan Spaniel

Male, 14 yrs 7 mos
Alameda, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
-
We'll also keep you updated on CARTER's adoption status with email updates.
long timer badge
Photo of CARTER

CARTER

Beagle American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 3 mos
Alameda, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Sweet Carter has been waiting for more than a year for his forever family to come. His outgoing personality makes him a joy to be around. He has a lot to give someone who can help him channel his joy for life. If you're looking for an energetic, sweet, and trainable companion who will thrive in an active and patient environment, Carter might be the perfect match. * loves people * needs daily exercise * fully potty trained w/only the occasional accident * loves roughhousing with other big dogs (see his picture with shelter bestie Reba) * loves toys, especially balls * older kids okay (might play too roughly for little ones) * highly trainable and eager to please FAAS offers free canine training with every dog adoption. Help Carter achieve his full social potential with classes at your local canine charm school, and FAAS will reimburse up to $200. Meet wonderful Carter any afternoon but Mondays and Tuesdays at FAAS, 1590 Fortmann Way in Alameda, California.
We'll also keep you updated on CLAUS's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of CLAUS

CLAUS

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 2 yrs 6 mos
Alameda, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hit the trail with Claus! There's nothing like camping or hiking with a furry friend. They help you to be in the moment, to stop and smell the roses, and they're such great company. If you've been wanting a companion to enjoy the great outdoors with, Claus may be your guy! This stunning, curious, confident 2-year-old German shepherd loves to go out and about, and is super smart. He's a quick learner, attentive, and adores people. (Other dogs, not so much at this stage. He should be the only dog in your home.) We think he'd thrive with someone who would get him into parks and nature and expend some energy. * Alert, intelligent * Loves people * Best tongue-out faces * Quick learner * Might not be dog friendly * Adults-only forever home preferred * Dog-savvy kids 14 and older okay Did you know FAAS offers $200 of canine behavior training with every dog adoption? Come take Claus for a walk along our waterfront and get to know this bold, beautiful youngster. We're open noon to 4PM every day but Monday at 1590 Fortmann Way location in Alameda, California.
We'll also keep you updated on Solo's adoption status with email updates.
long timer badge
Photo of Solo

Solo

German Shepherd Dog Husky

Male, 10 mos
Alameda, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Cute, adorable, and ever so loving and happy, Solo is a six month old GSD mix that was dumped in Linden. He was found and saved by a kind Samaritan who took him home. She initially thought she had found a possible home with one of her co-workers but could not keep him until the family returned from vacation. Another co-worker named Rasheeda offered to temporarily foster Solo until the family could take him. Unfortunately, when the family returned, they had changed their mind and decided not to adopt him so Rasheeda ended up with Solo. She didn't have many other options so she called Golden State. Solo has a couple of large breed four-legged siblings and can "keep up with the big dogs". He is also very comfortable with people of all ages and is good with kitties. He is housebroken, crate trained, and loves to play fetch. Rasheeda has a basket filled with toys and Solo loves to take out a bunch at a time. Solo walks well on a leash but would benefit from more training because, since he is still a puppy, he can get exctied and has a tendency to jump on people. However, Rasheeda is diligently teaching him to keep "four on the floor". Solo would do best with someone who has experience and the resources (time, energy, and commitment) raising a puppy but would absolutely love another dog in the home to keep him company. FOSTERED IN MANTECA Watch his Playlist here Adoption Form here
We'll also keep you updated on Sweetie's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Sweetie

Sweetie

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Senior
Alameda, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
-
Story
Senior, Special needs (Health)

Search for a puppy or dog

Use the search tool below to browse adoptable puppies and adult dogs in Oakland, California.

Puppies and dogs in nearby cities

Dogs in Alameda, CA Dogs in Albany, CA Dogs in American Canyon, CA Dogs in Antioch, CA Dogs in Atherton, CA Dogs in Belmont, CA Dogs in Benicia, CA Dogs in Berkeley, CA Dogs in Brentwood, CA Dogs in Burlingame, CA Dogs in Clayton, CA Dogs in Concord, CA Dogs in Corte Madera, CA Dogs in Cupertino, CA Dogs in Daly City, CA Dogs in Danville, CA Dogs in Dublin, CA Dogs in East Palo Alto, CA Dogs in El Cerrito, CA Dogs in Emeryville, CA Dogs in Fairfax, CA Dogs in Fairfield, CA Dogs in Foster City, CA Dogs in Fremont, CA Dogs in Half Moon Bay, CA Dogs in Hayward, CA Dogs in Hercules, CA Dogs in Hillsborough, CA Dogs in Lafayette, CA Dogs in Larkspur, CA Dogs in Livermore, CA Dogs in Los Altos, CA Dogs in Los Altos Hills, CA Dogs in Martinez, CA Dogs in Menlo Park, CA Dogs in Millbrae, CA Dogs in Mill Valley, CA Dogs in Milpitas, CA Dogs in Moraga, CA Dogs in Mountain View, CA Dogs in Newark, CA Dogs in Novato, CA Dogs in Oakley, CA Dogs in Orinda, CA Dogs in Pacifica, CA Dogs in Palo Alto, CA Dogs in Piedmont, CA Dogs in Pinole, CA Dogs in Pittsburg, CA Dogs in Pleasant Hill, CA Dogs in Pleasanton, CA Dogs in Redwood City, CA Dogs in Richmond, CA Dogs in San Anselmo, CA Dogs in San Bruno, CA Dogs in San Carlos, CA Dogs in San Francisco, CA Dogs in San Jose, CA Dogs in San Leandro, CA Dogs in San Mateo, CA Dogs in San Pablo, CA Dogs in San Rafael, CA Dogs in San Ramon, CA Dogs in Santa Clara, CA Dogs in Sausalito, CA Dogs in South San Francisco, CA Dogs in Suisun City, CA Dogs in Sunnyvale, CA Dogs in Tiburon, CA Dogs in Union City, CA Dogs in Vallejo, CA Dogs in Walnut Creek, CA Dogs in Woodside, CA

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:

Shelter

Oakland Animal Services

1101 29th Ave, Oakland, CA 94601

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

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Beagle Freedom Project - Oakland

Oakland, CA 94602

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Hopalong Animal Rescue - Oakland

PO Box 27507, Oakland, CA 94602

Pet Types: cats, dogs

More an arrow icon

Rescue

BADRAP

PO BOX 27705, Oakland, CA 94602

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Shelter

Test RyanG

Oakland, CA 94602

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Shelter

East Bay SPCA - Oakland

8323 Baldwin Street, Oakland, CA 94621

Pet Types: cats, dogs

More an arrow icon

Shelter

Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter

1590 Fortmann Way, Alameda, CA 94501

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Golden State German Shepherd Rescue

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

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Shelter

Silky Terrier Club of America Rescue

PO Box 1132, Alameda, CA 94501

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Wren Yorkie Rescue

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

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Looking for a specific shelter or rescue?

For a comprehensive list of all shelters and rescues, try our search page. We have more than 17,000 organizations in our database with furry pals waiting for a new home!

Image of dog

Looking for a specific breed?

Select from the options below to view adoptable puppies and dogs in Oakland, California and nearby cities.

Popular dog breeds

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