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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

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GREMLIN

French Bulldog

Male, 6 mos
Alameda, CA
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BERNIE

Husky

Male, 2 yrs
Alameda, CA
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MAYA

Doberman Pinscher

Female, 1 yr 5 mos
Alameda, CA
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STARK

Dogue de Bordeaux

Male, 4 yrs
Alameda, CA
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MAKANA

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 yrs
Alameda, CA
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LARK

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 8 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/

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BOBBI

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 3 yrs
Martinez, CA
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Tito

American Staffordshire Terrier/American Bulldog

Male, Young
San Jose, CA
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Winifred

New Zealand

Female, 2 yrs 2 mos
Richmond, CA
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'Abby'

Schnauzer (Standard)/Pug

Female, Adult
San Ramon, CA
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Buscemi

Lop, Holland

Male, 8 mos
Mill Valley, CA
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PRETZEL

Other/Unknown

Male, Adult
Palo Alto, CA

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