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    East Bay SPCA - Dublin

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    Animal shelters

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    Private dog training

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    Canelo
    Rob A.

    Thank you East Bay SPCA-Dublin! Top notch facility and staff. They clearly take such good care of the animals here. So much love. I would live to work there. What a rewarding job. I saw this guy online and just had to go get him. I wasn't planning on getting another dog after the passing of my beloved dog of ten years passed, but he popped up and looks so much like Milton, I had to go meet him. Staff are super nice and attentive. They keep the place clean, organized. I loved that they have free donations such as beds, leashes, collars. I even snagged cute pjs and a raincoat. Canelo was well cared for. Happy to report he's doing great and loves his new life. He is super psyched to have found his forever home and he's going to have a great life with me. Thank you for all you do.

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    Kathleen A.

    What a great SPCA! My husband and I adopted our cats from here about 13 years ago and stopped by again recently to find our cat some friends after the passing of his brother. The place was just as I remembered: 1) super friendly staff that explains the process from start to finish. 2) rooms for the cats to have their pods and lots of toys to play. 3) easy access to bond with the cats and try to find your forever friends. If you are looking for some furry family members this is a great place to visit and spend some time with the animals. They work hard and give these animals lots of love so that they are ready to go home with your family!

    Front entrance.  Open Wednesday to Sunday. Walk-in welcome.
    Edwin R.

    I came here on a whim looking for a potential dog since it will be a year since our 13 year old went to dog heaven, and it was only a few minutes Uber ride where I was getting our car serviced. This SPCA in Dublin looks fairly new. It was clean. Way cool I was able to walk-in to see the dogs and cats during their open hours from Wednesday through Sunday (I came on a Saturday) and I'm guessing during my visit, most dogs were adopted (which was fantastic) since they had very few selections. There were a good number of kittens and cats however. The little tabby kitten was adorable. I even got a chance to chat with a cat volunteer who was a feline expert. In this facility, they have play areas for kids, a meet and greet rooms including an outdoor play area where you can bond with your potential furry new family member. Some geriatric dogs were available for free adoption. There were limited staff during my visit but I came during lunch hour. While I didn't see a potential dog during my visit, I did manage to say hello to a cutie dog in the play room where a previous family decided not to adopt him. Sweet puppy dog with high energy and will be an amazing family member who has an active lifestyle. All in all, it was nice way to spend the afternoon with extra love from the furry friends. Cheers!

    Michelle S.

    I took "Vicki" on a field trip today. She is sweet, VERY smart, calm, excellent on a leash, great with kids, and non verbal (not a barker). She loves chin and belly rubs and is food motivated. She'll be a great companion for hikes, walks, or just cuddle on the couch. ID#57576

    We adopted an older male cat (8+) from east bay spca in March. We fully checked out all the paperwork ( which said that he was a "healthy cat" and bloodwork showed " no abnormalities". He chose us and we immediately fell in love with him. The only comment from the shelter was that he was " easily stimulated". Three days later, I found a large lump on his lower abdomen and brought him into our vet. He had a 105 degree fever and the vet confirmed the lump. She took a biopsy and confirmed a large abscess. Bloodwork showed he was very ill and would require surgery to drain the abscess and install a drain. The total charge was $1400+ including medications. As we had already chosen him we went ahead with the surgery. I called east bay spca Dublin and told them what had happened. I asked them if they would be willing to pay something towards his vet bills and they said "no" but we could return the cat. I said no, they obviously didn't take care of their animals and why would I bring him back after we had paid for his medical care. I then called the East Bay SPCA in Oakland and they said the same thing. Beware of this group! They present themselves as a non profit but I don't think that they can be trusted. Four months later, our cat is loving us and we love him. Very disappointed in this rescue!

    Dragon, a gentle dog in need of a forever home
    Brenda N.

    I had the privilege of taking Dragon (8-year-old gentle doggie) out on a "field trip" today. He is an absolute darling. We walked around the local trails and went to the park near the SPCA. As an older dog, he is calm (despite the kids, lawn mowers, BBQ smells, squirrels that we encountered today) and still has good energy to walk 3 miles with me today. He really deserves a good home! If you are looking for a dog that is already well-trained and has a calm demeanor, please consider giving Dragon his new forever home. (If you cannot adopt, please consider being a foster volunteer to take the dogs out on field trips or sleepovers.)

    My beautiful tux! And many I have rescued!
    Kimberly D.

    I have worked in this shelter it's very clean and all animals are well kept, well fed, treated well. The sherriff dept runs a great shelter in Alameda county both Dublin California and Oakland California. Adopt ! There are many beautiful animals needing forever homes. I rescue lots and the sherrifs been great

    Nora

    I absolutely love this place. The animals are all very well cared for and never euthanized. When you adopt, they provide you with information about the animal's temperament, health, and history (if known). They are also very honest, which helps you select a suitable pet for your home, budget, and lifestyle. You can also return any animal that you adopt (without a refund in most cases) without a time limit, and they will then place your pet in another suitable home. This is very handy if you have an unexpected lifestyle change or move and can't take your pet with you. I adopted my cat, Nora, from this shelter and I'm very happy with the result. She has turned out to be a wonderful and silly companion who makes me laugh every day!

    Xyla after her appointment
    Julieann P.

    10 month only spay. Scheduling: 5/5 I made an appt for my 10 month old pup to be spayed. I made the appointment end of Nov, beginning Dec 2019 and her appt was today Jan 15, 2020. If you are planning on getting your fur baby fixed or spayed know that there will be about a month wait. Appt Day: 5/5 I got a call exactly a week before my pups appt which was very nice. Check in for my pup was 7:30am. Filled out some quick 1 page of paperwork for my pup. Did an exam for my pup, they weighed her (7lbs and 3oz) and also checked to see if she had all her adult teeth. They went ahead and took her to the back I was out of there by 7:50-8am. Pick up: 5/5 I let the front desk know I had arrived and the nurse reviewed with me my pups post op care verbally and also got a copy of her home care post op care as well. They gave me 3 days worth of pain meds for her. I also got some extra sedative pills for my pup as well. (she's very hyper) I'll only Give those to her as needed. (Got them for back up.) Home care: 5/5 My pup was able to walk out the clinic just fine. I bought a cone for her but, they sell some at the clinic if you need one. My pups incision is about 1-2 inches long, their is a small green "tattoo" marking on her belly where the incision is. But, it's barley noticeable! She has some resolvable stitches and no post op appointment needed. Overall, I'm pleased with the service I've had. The staff was very professional and very compassionate with myself (I was nervous) and my fur baby. HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

    Grace L.

    Really great place to learn how to protect animals from cruelty. Today we came here for the meet and greet and learned many ways we can help out. What a great way for the community to come and work together. We had a tour of the place today, & I'm really impress how nice and clean this place really is. I can tell all dogs and cats are well treated here.

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    I fostered with them for several months and enjoyed my experience and the support I received while doing so.

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    Good dogs and cats, helpful staff, nice facilities, useful classes. Have to go to the Oakland location for a Vet though.

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    This group does wonderful things for animals in the area. The place is clean and everyone is so helpful and kind. Adopt don't shop.

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    this place is amazing! i have adopted dogs and cats from here. they do so much good for the animals in the bay area.

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    You have to pay to let teens volunteer. Yes that's right, YOU pay to help out. Staff are also rude and will straight up lie to you.

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    Ask the Community - East Bay SPCA - Dublin

    We had to put down one our dogs due to kidney disease, and still have a lot of her "stuff", where can I donate a bed and some toys?

    I saw 4 kitten the other night in front of boomers Livermore. What should I do?

    Pick them up if your unsure what should be done. Call animal rescue, keep. them warm offer watermelon

    Are you still doing spay/neutering services for dogs even through COVID-19?

    Our Spay Neuter Centers are currently closed during Shelter in Place and we are staying updated as restrictions are lifted. You can find more information on our website at: https://eastbayspca.org/what-we-do/veterinary-services/spayneuter/

    Do they have a veterinarian clinic at the Dublin location?

    We do not have a full service veterinary clinic at our Dublin location but we do offer spay/neuters by appointment. Our Oakland location does have a vet clinic, you can find more information on our website at https://eastbayspca.org/

    Do they give Rabie shot?

    It depends on the age of the dog. Mine were too young for it. They have a clinic and prices are very reasonable

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    Review Highlights - East Bay SPCA - Dublin

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    We worked with Gary Maria for six weeks to help our 3-year-old rescue, Giorgi, who struggles with…read morefear and anxiety. Honestly, Gary was incredible. From day one, it was clear he knows his stuff and loves what he does. A lot of the time, Giorgi was too overwhelmed to participate. On day 1, Giorgi hid under a table the whole session. But that's ok because Gary was really training us. By the last session, Giorgi was walking around, watching other dogs and people walk by, and still listening to commands. Gary taught us how to help Giorgi feel safe, calm him down when he's stressed, and build trust. We've already seen such a difference at home. Gary is knowledgeable, patient, direct (in the best way), funny, and available when you have questions. He celebrated every little win with us! You can tell he truly cares about the dogs he works with. We still have more work to do, but thanks to Gary, we know how to keep moving forward. If you have a dog with anxiety or fear, seriously, go to Gary. He's the real deal.

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    I had a rare chance to travel and needed to board my Corgi/Australian Cattle Dog, Poppyseed. I was…read moreso nervous and scared to leave her alone with a stranger and it is the first time she's been boarded without her sister, who passed last March. But WOW!! Roy at PawPaw is truly amazing and the only person I trust. I came home to a beautiful, clean and better dog than when I left!! It's like she remembers her early training again-- she sits on command, is quiet on command (now HOW did you do that??!!) and is just perfect!! Holy cow!! Roy sends pictures and videos every day so you know that she is safe and happy. I loved seeing her "tucked in" at night with the other pups. I don't trust anyone else with my dog other than family and Roy. Thank you for taking such great care of my dog. I appreciate it more than you know.

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    My dog Riesling and I absolutely adore Annalise! We first met her through our time at Camp Bow Wow…read morein San Ramon (also an amazing place). Riesling is a 3-year-old miniature poodle--super smart, but she struggles with separation anxiety and can be a bit reactive when strangers enter our home. In just three lessons, I've already seen a huge improvement. Annalise breaks everything down in a simple, practical way, and her methods work. After our first lesson, Riesling had already learned sit, stay, come, and touch. During our second lesson, we reinforced those skills and began working on her reactivity. Annalise came to our home and showed me easy, effective strategies to prevent issues before they arise, always with kindness. My favorite part of her training style is that it's entirely based on positive reinforcement--no punishments, no techniques that feel harsh or uncomfortable. Riesling genuinely enjoys our training sessions, especially the high-value cheese treats. Annalise is incredibly patient, not only with Riesling but with me as well. She takes the time to explain the "why" behind every exercise, and she provides detailed printouts of each lesson so I don't have to take notes during training. It really allows you to stay present and focused. I highly recommend Athens Dog Training to anyone needing support with their reactive dog. Annalise is truly wonderful. And I'm excited to see how much further we can go!

    Athens Dog Training offers a comprehensive group of training and other services for canines of all…read moreages. I adopted a 3-4 year old German shepherde Malinois cross from the Oakland shelter and discovered he had absolutely no training with people or dogs. I was afraid I'd have to return him despite having had dogs all my life and fostered rescued Chows for over 20 years. Thanks to Mitch Moore's exceptional knowledge, patience and skill my pup is proving to be a gem. Hilo loves the training sessions and learns very quickly with Mitch's techniques. Mitch also trains me and leaves documentation to help me retain what he's demonstrated. I'm so very fortunate to have had such a positive experience with Athens and I recommend them without reservation.

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    Amazing dog training sessions with Patti. She gave me incredible one on one training with my 8…read moremonth old French bulldog Rocky. She explained the importance of consistent positive dog training. Patti did a great job of not only showing me how to train my dog, but building my confidence through the fantastic results I was receiving from her training methods. I would highly recommend Patti for any dog owner who wants one on one in home dog training at a affordable price.

    East Bay SPCA - Dublin - animalshelters - Updated May 2026

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