Explore a range of pets, fill out an easy adoption application, and bring home a new companion. Pet adoption fees waived through May.
Adopt your next dog, cat, guinea pig, bunny, and more from the City of Berkeley’s animal shelter, whose staff and volunteers nurture animals for new homes.
At Berkeley Animal Care Services, you can meet delightful dogs like Maia the husky, a curious explorer with a nose for adventure, or wirehaired terrier Misty, a gentle affection pup, who loves lap time. We also have fabulous felines like Mimi and even a white rabbit named Puff.
Each of our pets has a unique personality waiting to be discovered. Whether you're seeking a hiking buddy, a cuddle companion, or a mischievous sidekick, we've got a match for you. Our dedicated team ensures each animal receives love, enrichment, and veterinary care.
To make it easier to take home your newest family member, we’ve waived pet adoption fees through May.
Adopt a pet at Berkeley Animal Care Services
All you need to adopt is to be at least 18 years old and have a government issued photo ID.
Come down and visit us. No appointment is necessary.
Berkeley Animal Care Services
1 Bolivar Dr.
Monday - Saturday: 10 am – 4 pm, extended hours Wednesday until 7:00 pm
Sundays: 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Email us or call (510) 981-6600
You'll fill out a simple adoption application to help you prepare for your new pet. We also offer adoption counseling to help new owners learn the basics.
All City of Berkeley shelter dogs and cats are neutered or spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped before going to their forever home. If your newly adopted pet still needs any of these procedures, they may stay at the shelter for up to a week until their medical care is completed.
About Berkeley Animal Care Services
Berkeley's animal shelter, known as Berkeley Animal Care Services, is the only shelter in Berkeley that opens its doors to any dog or cat in Berkeley that needs a new home. We also take in injured wildlife, which we transfer to wildlife rescues.
In addition to meeting our adoptable animals in person, you can view them online on the Friends of Berkeley Animal Care Services website.
We provide veterinary care, socialization, and enrichment to ensure our dogs, cats, and other animals are ready for their new homes.
You can become one of our many volunteers who make sure animals in our care are well-loved during their time with us.
Come by Berkeley Animal Care Services, check out our beloved cats, dogs, and other pets eager to find their forever home – and you just may be the home they have been waiting for.
Updated May 3, 2024, to reflect that adoption fees waivers extended to May 31.
Updated April 17, 2024, to reflect that adoption fees waivers extended to April 30.
