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Published on July 19, 2019
Dogs in Oakland looking for their fur-ever homesPhotos: Petfinder

Looking to add a new companion to the family? There are dozens of lovable pups up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Oakland, so you won't have to look far to find the perfect fit.

Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of dogs available for adoption near you. Read on to meet some friendly, furry locals.

(Details like pet availability, training, vaccinations and other features are based on data provided by Petfinder and may be subject to change; contact the shelter for the latest information.)


Saucey, American Staffordshire terrier

Saucey is a female American Staffordshire terrier dog currently residing at California Pit Bull Rescue.

Saucey is eager to make friends — she gets along well with other dogs, cats and kids. Saucey is already spayed, vaccinated and house-trained.

Notes from Saucey's caretakers:

Saucey is friendly and enjoys meeting new people. She walks well on leash and has done great meeting other dogs. Saucey is crate trained, potty trained, rides nicely in the car and would love to join your family for road trips or walks around town.

Read more about how to adopt Saucey on Petfinder.

Gus Gus, Pekingese

Gus Gus is a male Pekingese dog in the care of California Pit Bull Rescue.

Gus Gus loves to socialize, and he loves other dogs. He has mastered his house-training etiquette and has been vaccinated and neutered.

Here's what Gus Gus' friends at California Pit Bull Rescue think of him:

Gus Gus is his name! He is the type of dog you can take with you to run errands and then take on a hike or just chill in the sun. He is easygoing and loves to be cuddled and rubbed. 

Read more about Gus Gus on Petfinder.

Lucy, chihuahua

Lucy is a female chihuahua dog currently residing at California Pit Bull Rescue.

Lucy is a social animal, and she's happy to keep company with other dogs. She is already spayed, vaccinated and has mastered her house-training etiquette.

Notes from Lucy's caretakers:

Lucy loves to go for walks and is the best couch sleeper. She takes treats gently and gets along with big and small dogs as well as cats. She loves to wrestle with the other doggies but prefers to be alone with her foster family. She has the cutest underbite and makes some funny faces. 

Read more about Lucy on Petfinder.

Jax, American Eskimo dog

Jax is a handsome male American Eskimo dog dog currently housed at Bella Vita Rescue.

Jax is the life of the party — he gets along well with other dogs. Jax is neutered, vaccinated and house-trained.

Notes from Jax's caretakers:

Jax is adventurous, independent, curious and playful. Jax's best home will have experience with Eskies or other dominant breeds, a big yard and active parents who can train and play with this handsome young guy. 

Read more about how to adopt Jax on Petfinder.

Ursula Bear, black Labrador retriever and shepherd mix

Ursula Bear is a lovable female black Labrador retriever and shepherd mix currently residing at Bella Vita Rescue.

Ursula Bear is happy to keep company with other dogs. She has all of her shots, and she's spayed. She has mastered her house-training etiquette.

Here's what Ursula Bear's friends at Bella Vita Rescue think of her:

Ursula is a shy girl. She's recently had some bad experiences with humans and is learning to trust again. 

Read more about how to adopt Ursula Bear on Petfinder.

Tessa, dachshund and smooth fox terrier mix

Tessa is a winsome female dachshund and smooth fox terrier mix being cared for at Bella Vita Rescue.

Tessa's ideal forever home would be a dog-free environment. Bella Vita Rescue recommends Tessa be placed in a home without small children. She's vaccinated, spayed and house-trained.

Tessa's current caretakers say:

Tessa is a little pistol! She's loving and a loyal companion when she's with her human. She's very slow to warm up and gets highly agitated by commotion and loud noises (barking, fireworks). Her ideal home would be quiet, with calm adults, no children and no other pets.

Read more about Tessa on Petfinder.


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