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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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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

We'll also keep you updated on PARSLEY's adoption status with email updates.
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PARSLEY

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
Alameda, CA
We'll also keep you updated on ALYA's adoption status with email updates.
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ALYA

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 yrs
Alameda, CA
We'll also keep you updated on CHESTER's adoption status with email updates.
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CHESTER

Beagle

Male, 10 yrs 11 mos
Alameda, CA
We'll also keep you updated on MOONPIE's adoption status with email updates.
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MOONPIE

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
Alameda, CA
We'll also keep you updated on WEST's adoption status with email updates.
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WEST

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 yrs
Alameda, CA
We'll also keep you updated on PUMPKIN PIE's adoption status with email updates.
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PUMPKIN PIE

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Alameda, CA
We'll also keep you updated on PANTHER's adoption status with email updates.
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PANTHER

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs
Alameda, CA
We'll also keep you updated on SMUSHY FACE's adoption status with email updates.
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SMUSHY FACE

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 yrs 1 mo
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/

Pets at shelters & rescues near Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter

Memories of Besa Rescue, Inc.

1700 Shattuck Ave #215,
Berkeley, CA 94709

Hard Knock Life

692 Christensen Way,
Rio Vista, CA 94571

We'll also keep you updated on Persimmon's adoption status with email updates.
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Persimmon

Other/Unknown

Male, 2 yrs 11 mos
Mill Valley, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Peter's adoption status with email updates.
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Peter

Siamese

Male, Kitten
San Jose, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Australian Shepherd's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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Australian Shepherd

Australian Shepherd

Female, Puppy
SAN LEANDRO, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Don Juan's adoption status with email updates.
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Don Juan

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
San Jose, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Benny's adoption status with email updates.
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Benny

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Kitten
San Jose, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Fiona's adoption status with email updates.
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Fiona

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Vallejo, CA

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