My name is Serena!

Posted over 2 weeks ago | Updated 2 days ago

Cared for by Oakland Animal Services

Adoption process

Submit Application

My basic info

Breed

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Color

Black

Age

Young

Size

Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)

Weight

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Sex

Female

Pet ID

20863294-70384

My details

Not good with kids

Good with dogs

Good with cats

Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

I am in a foster home and not at the shelter. If you are interested in adopting, submit an adoption questionnaire by email. Learn more here

Serena is just as her name implies-- serene! While she may be a bit shy at first, this smart little sweetie would be a great furry companion for someone who likes a good balance of cozy days indoors, and outdoor adventures.

While she isn’t a big fan of fast movements or loud noises, so she’s likely not the ideal candidate for a home with small children, this doesn’t mean that she doesn’t love a good walk, and she will definitely show her excitement with sweet little howls when she realizes it’s walkies time! She walks well on a leash and harness, and though she shows some hesitation around the neighborhood dogs, she hasn’t shown any signs of aggression.

She does well with cats, showing interest, but not chasing them. She loves a good sniffari, and shows a strong interest in treats, so training is likely to be a breeze (though she has shown some understanding of “sit” already).

Serena is also potty trained, very gentle when taking treats and waiting for breakfast, and shows no separation anxiety when left crated alone in her current foster home.

Serena is a wonderful girl who would benefit from someone who has the time and love to invest in helping to build her confidence, so that she can blossom fully into the loving and happy dog that she’s shown glimpses of in her foster home. Click here to learn how to adopt and submit your adoption questionnaire.

Shelter

Oakland Animal Services

Contact info

Pet ID

20863294-70384

Contact

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Phone

(510) 535-5602

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Website

http://www.oaklandanimalservices.org

Address

1101 29th Ave, Oakland, CA 94601

Donation

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Their adoption process

1.
Submit Application

If you are interested in adopting this pet, please submit an application: https://www.oaklandanimalservices.org/adopt/how-to-adopt/

Additional adoption info

Thank you for considering adopting a shelter pet! There are two ways to adopt:
1. Visit our shelter (1101 29th Ave) Saturday or Sunday from 12-3pm, when we are open for adoptions.
2. Use our online process as described at www.oaklandanimalservices.org Adoptions are first-come-first-served. While we try our best to get back to everyone via our online process, sometimes it takes several days or a week or two, and the pet you are interested in may get adopted during our open adoption hours.

Please note that inquires submitted through this website about this pet may not receive an immediate response due to the large volume of inquires we receive. If you are interested in adopting this pet, please submit an adoption application to be considered.

Adoption requirements:
- You must be 18 years of age or older with a valid California driver’s license or other acceptable identification
- Never have had any cruelty convictions, animal control violations or broken any adoption contracts in the past
- Agree to and sign the “Statement of Adopter” on the adoption questionnaire which includes a waiver of liability
- Pay the adoption fees and applicable licensing fees. Fees include spay/neuter, vaccinations, and microchip
- All animals, including rabbits, must be spayed or neutered. If the pet you are interested in adopting is not yet spayed/neutered, a staff member will discuss next steps with you

Additional information for dog adopters:
- Other canines in the home must meet the new dog prior to adoption.
- Provide proof of home ownership or permission to have a dog from your landlord. We cannot hold the dog that you want to adopt while you try to meet this requirement.
- Agree to a home inspection if the dog is a large breed dog or dog that has been identified to need additional attention.
- Be aware of the Oakland and State Laws about dog ownership.

We do not place adoption holds on any animals.

Adoption application

https://www.oaklandanimalservices.org/adopt/how-to-adopt/

Go meet their pets

Saturdays and Sundays 12-3pm at our shelter (1101 29th Ave)

More about this shelter

As the city of Oakland’s sole open-admissions animal shelter, Oakland Animal Services’ duties are as diverse as the community we serve. Operating on the leanest of budgets, Oakland Animal Services (OAS) operates the city’s animal control unit, enforcing animal welfare and public safety laws, provides care for stray and surrendered animals, supports lost pet searches and reunions, and facilitates the placement of homeless animals via public adoptions and coordination with transfer partners near and far. The needs of the community are great, but so are the results of a job well done: the enhancement of quality of life for humans and animals alike.