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I am at Oakland Animal Services in kennel Cat Adoption:40
Meet sweet, quiet Pearl! Although she doesn’t vocalize much, she loves to purr when she is feeling comfortable. She can be slow to warm up to new people and situations, but once she does, she is a sweetheart who will lean in for gentle pets on the head.
Pearl’s favorite thing is jumping in and out of her nylon cat tunnel and chasing her toys around inside it. She also loves playing soccer with noisy toy balls that rattle, as well as stuffed mice and wand toys.
Her foster mom reports that Pearl would often cuddle up and sleep against her. She also enjoyed chasing feet under the blankets when she was feeling playful but was always very gentle when doing so.
If you are looking for an affectionate, loving, and playful feline companion to bring home, then Pearl is your girl!
MEDICAL NOTES:
The animal you are adopting has chronic ear inflammation and/or infection. The cat has received multiple treatments of topical and oral antibiotics to treat the infection. We suspect there may be a polyp (benign mass) deep within the ear causing the recurrent ear infections. Polyps in cats are benign growths that usually begin in the middle ear and grow through the eustachian tube to the back of the oral cavity/throat or into the ear canal. Given the shelters limited resources we have been unable to perform advanced diagnostics needed such as otoscopy (a device to visualize deep within the ear) or a CT (Computed tomography). A veterinary specialist with access to advanced diagnostics would be required to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment. This may include surgery and or other medical procedures. The cost could be upwards of a few thousand dollars. This cat is being adopted out as is with this medical waiver. This animal should have a general health exam with a veterinarian after adoption. Your veterinarian can make further medical recommendations for testing and medical treatment if needed.
Pelvic Fractures and Rip hip dislocation: Upon arrival at OAS this cat was found to have sustained some sort of trauma that left them with multiple pelvic fractures and a dislocated right hip. She was treated with pain medications and rest and the pelvic fractures have now healed but the hip is still dislocated.
They are currently comfortable and using their hind legs appropriately. They are able to sit/stand with ease and move about. They have adequate range of motion in both hips and are not showing signs of pain during walking or running in their foster home.
Most animals with a dislocated hip will benefit from surgery called an FHO where the ball of the femur is surgically removed. This is a major surgery that is costly and requires extended recovery time. This surgery is outside the resources of the shelter to provide. If your pet develops lameness or pain, then medications for pain and/or the FHO surgery will likely be recommended by your veterinarian. Lameness can occur many years from now, or may happen quickly once your pet is more active in an adoptive home.
If you choose to adopt, please be aware of your pet's limitations, avoid excessive jumping, climbing, or vigorous exercise. This pet should not be allowed outdoors.
January 7, 2025, 9:59 pm
I am at Oakland Animal Services in kennel Cat Adoption:40
Meet sweet, quiet Pearl! Although she doesn’t vocalize much, she loves to purr when she is feeling comfortable. She can be slow to warm up to new people and situations, but once she does, she is a sweetheart who will lean in for gentle pets on the head.
Pearl’s favorite thing is jumping in and out of her nylon cat tunnel and chasing her toys around inside it. She also loves playing soccer with noisy toy balls that rattle, as well as stuffed mice and wand toys.
Her foster mom reports that Pearl would often cuddle up and sleep against her. She also enjoyed chasing feet under the blankets when she was feeling playful but was always very gentle when doing so.
If you are looking for an affectionate, loving, and playful feline companion to bring home, then Pearl is your girl!
MEDICAL NOTES:
The animal you are adopting has chronic ear inflammation and/or infection. The cat has received multiple treatments of topical and oral antibiotics to treat the infection. We suspect there may be a polyp (benign mass) deep within the ear causing the recurrent ear infections. Polyps in cats are benign growths that usually begin in the middle ear and grow through the eustachian tube to the back of the oral cavity/throat or into the ear canal. Given the shelters limited resources we have been unable to perform advanced diagnostics needed such as otoscopy (a device to visualize deep within the ear) or a CT (Computed tomography). A veterinary specialist with access to advanced diagnostics would be required to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment. This may include surgery and or other medical procedures. The cost could be upwards of a few thousand dollars. This cat is being adopted out as is with this medical waiver. This animal should have a general health exam with a veterinarian after adoption. Your veterinarian can make further medical recommendations for testing and medical treatment if needed.
Pelvic Fractures and Rip hip dislocation: Upon arrival at OAS this cat was found to have sustained some sort of trauma that left them with multiple pelvic fractures and a dislocated right hip. She was treated with pain medications and rest and the pelvic fractures have now healed but the hip is still dislocated.
They are currently comfortable and using their hind legs appropriately. They are able to sit/stand with ease and move about. They have adequate range of motion in both hips and are not showing signs of pain during walking or running in their foster home.
Most animals with a dislocated hip will benefit from surgery called an FHO where the ball of the femur is surgically removed. This is a major surgery that is costly and requires extended recovery time. This surgery is outside the resources of the shelter to provide. If your pet develops lameness or pain, then medications for pain and/or the FHO surgery will likely be recommended by your veterinarian. Lameness can occur many years from now, or may happen quickly once your pet is more active in an adoptive home.
If you choose to adopt, please be aware of your pet's limitations, avoid excessive jumping, climbing, or vigorous exercise. This pet should not be allowed outdoors.
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.
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.
Saturdays and Sundays 12-3pm at our shelter (1101 29th Ave)
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.
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.
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