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

Adoptable pets at Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Tibetan Spaniel

Male, 14 yrs 3 mos
Alameda, CA
We'll also keep you updated on ZERO's adoption status with email updates.
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ZERO

Poodle (Miniature)

Male, Adult
Alameda, CA
We'll also keep you updated on CHAMOMILE's adoption status with email updates.
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CHAMOMILE

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 mos
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 BANGS's adoption status with email updates.
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BANGS

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 5 yrs 1 mo
Alameda, CA
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 GERALT's adoption status with email updates.
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GERALT

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 mos
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

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2200 Peabody Rd,
Vacaville, CA 95687

Flops Cat and Dog Rescue

1035 Peacock Ct,
Tracy, CA 95376

Hi 5 Dog Rescue

Fremont, CA 94539

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

Chihuahua/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Puppy
San Jose, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Crush's adoption status with email updates.
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Crush

German Shepherd Dog/Doberman Pinscher

Male, Young
Tracy, CA
We'll also keep you updated on Croissant's adoption status with email updates.
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Croissant

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Adult
Oakland, CA
We'll also keep you updated on TAHINI's adoption status with email updates.
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TAHINI

Other/Unknown

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Redwood City, CA

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