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BADRAP

Dog rescue in Oakland, CA

WHO WE ARE:
We're a small and busy non-profit organization of pit bull owners, trainers, educators, rescuers, and supporters. BAD RAP evolved out of a desire to respond to the difficult issues facing this misunderstood breed.
More info on: BAD RAP's Programs

Mission: Securing the future of Blocky Headed Dogs as cherished family companions.

Contact Donna Reynolds
Phone
Address
PO BOX 27705
Oakland, CA 94602
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Meet their adoptable pets

PO BOX 27705

Oakland, CA 94602

See every new pet that comes to this rescue!

Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at BADRAP

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

Siberian Husky/German Shepherd Dog

Male, 9 mos
Oakland, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Cool Beans's adoption status with email updates.
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Cool Beans

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Puppy
Oakland, CA

Rescue FAQs

SF Bay Area, California

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 3. Sign Adoption Contract

Additional adoption info

So, you've been thinking about adopting
a Blocky headed dog - Pit Bull or otherwise!

As you may have gathered from reading through our website, society isn't always kind to pit bull owners. Breed bias is still a thing and pit bulls AND their owners can feel a lot of pressure to be 'perfect.' What a project! Because we know how challenging it can be to live under other peoples' microscopes we ask that you fulfill these requirements in order to adopt one of our dogs:

1. Be at least 21 years old
We occasionally make exceptions for younger, rock solid applicants.
2. Be Local to the SF Bay Area.
Or, be willing to drive here to meet in person. We don't ship dogs.
3. Fill Out an Application and impress us with your dog savvy!
4. Must Own or Have Landlord Approval. Yes, we'll check.
5. Chat with one of our Reps.
6. Show that you have a clear understanding of the Breed Challenges
7. Agree to take a video of your home and yard as part of a 'home visit.'
8. Everyone in your Household needs to be ready for the adoption too. Yeah, we'll check.
9. Pay a $250 Adoption Donation Fee
10. Sign a Legally Binding Adoption Contract

Note: We rarely place same-sex large breed dogs including Pit Bulls in the same home. Apartments/Townhouses are fine, but if you have a backyard, we want to see a solid fence and a safe environment.

In return, you'll get a get you can brag about for life. All our dogs come with basic obedience training (which you get to continue free for the life of the dog!), support from a large group of pit bull owners and opportunities to help our cause through educational events and other fun activities.

Join us! We look forward to working with you!

Pets at shelters & rescues near BADRAP

Pets Lifeline

19686 8th Street East,
Sonoma, CA 95476

Humane Society of the North Bay

1121 Sonoma Blvd.,
Vallejo, CA 94590

Peninsula CatWorks

P. O. Box 70101,
Sunnyvale, CA 94086

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
Alamo, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Tina's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Tina

Chihuahua

Female, Adult
Kensington, CA
We'll also keep you updated on A1364149's adoption status with email updates.
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A1364149

Domestic Shorthair

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

Husky/Husky

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

American Pit Bull Terrier/German Shepherd Dog

Male, 1 yr
Martinez, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Parka's adoption status with email updates.
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Parka

Blue Heeler

Female, Puppy
Walnut Creek, CA

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