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Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter

Animal shelter in Alameda, CA

Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter (FAAS) is a 501(c)(3) organization that shelters and cares for the lost and abandoned companion animals of Alameda, California. It reunites lost pets with their owners, finds new homes for the homeless, and attempts to prevent animal cruelty through education and community programs. In addition, FAAS offers programs designed to prevent pets from entering the shelter, including a Pet Food Pantry, low-cost spay/neuter services through Vets In Vans, the Skyla Fund to help pay veterinary bills, the Sasha Fund for canine training, and on-staff social services counseling.

Contact Carla Thornton
Address
1590 Fortmann Way
Alameda, CA 94501
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Meet their adoptable pets

1590 Fortmann Way

Alameda, CA 94501

Hours of Operation

Sunday: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Wednesday: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Thursday: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Friday: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Saturday: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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Adoptable pets at Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter

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HONOLULU

Chicken

Male, Adult
Alameda, CA
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GEM

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
Alameda, CA
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DULCE

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 8 yrs 2 mos
Alameda, CA
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PEPE

Husky

Male, Adult
Alameda, CA
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BELLA

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 8 yrs 3 mos
Alameda, CA
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BERNIE

Husky

Male, 2 yrs
Alameda, CA

Shelter FAQs

City of Alameda, California

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Approve Application
  • 4. Pay Fee
  • 5. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

The first few steps might occur in different orders; for instance, potential adopters might visit the shelter before filling out an application.

Adoption application

https://www.alamedaanimalshelter.org/adopt/

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CAMERON

Chihuahua

Male, Young
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Tuba

Dove

Female Adult
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Rain

Pigeon

Female Young
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Merlin

French Bulldog

Male, 2 yrs
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CLEOPATRA

Other/Unknown

Female, 1 yr 9 mos
San Francisco, CA
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Munchies: Pretzel

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier/Spaniel (Unknown Type)

Male, Puppy
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