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Animal Services

The mission of Oakland Animal Services is to improve the lives of people and animals in our community by assisting injured wildlife, facilitating adoption of shelter animals, supporting guardians of companion animals, combating animal cruelty and neglect, and when needed, serving as the safety net for the neediest animals living in the City of Oakland.

Top Services
How to Help
Community Resources
Leadership
Contact Us

Top Services

Adopt a Pet

Change an animal's life forever. Adopt a dog, cat, rabbit or other animal.
Lost and Found

Contact us if you have lost or found an animal or want to redeem your pet.
Animal Control

Report neglect or abuse, barking or animal bites.
Surrender an Animal

Learn about your options before you make the decision to surrender your pet.
License Your Dog

All dogs over four months old, must have a valid dog license.
Help with Cats/Kittens

Help with found kittens and miscellaneous cat situations.

How to Help

Foster

Volunteer

Donate

Community Resources

Low-cost Veterinary Services Free Pet Food and Other Financial Support Resources for Pet Owners

Leadership

Joe DeVries

Director of Animal Services

jdevries@oaklandca.gov

Contact Us

Address

Oakland Animal Services

1101 29th Avenue

Oakland, CA 94601

Phone Numbers

Phone: (510) 535-5602
Fax: (510) 535-5601
In cases of emergency: call 911 (land line) or 510-777-3211 (cell phone)

Email Address

oas@oaklandca.gov

Open Hours

Monday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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