Friendly knowledgeable staff. Our kitty was well taken care of. Will recommend then to anyone…read morewanting to adopt. We will adopt from them again in the future.

Our family is overjoyed with our newest member, Magic, and we could not be more grateful for all…read morethe help from Joybound! They are professional and kind, obviously caring about making a good match, for the dog and us. And everyone, staff and volunteers, were helpful and excited for us. The place is really clean and the animals are well cared for. HIGHLY recommend

Love Animal Rescue Recon. We adopted an American Bully from them and it's been wonderful working…read morewith them. With so many great dogs and cats crowding the local shelters, it's nice knowing there's non profits like ARR that are helping solve the problem and uniting wonderful animals with their forever home. We worked with Barbie adopting our American Bully Toby. He has been a wonderful addition to our family and it was a delight working with Barbie. I hope more people think about adopting their next dog or cat from rescues like these because there are so many animals that need our help. Lastly, the next time you want to add a furry buddy to your family think about an American Bully (aka Pitbull). They're by far the best family dogs you could ever ask for. They're smart, great with kids and other animals, and easy to train.

We couldn't be more thankful for Animal Rescue Recon and our foster mom Barbie! We have always been…read morepassionate about adopting. In November, 2021, we decided to add another fur baby to our family. We already had two senior rescues but we noticed how fast they were aging. One faster than the other, and we didn't want the younger one to be left alone when we lose the older one. We adopted Leo, an energetic poodle, chihuahua mix and he has brought us immeasurable joy! Barbie genuinely cares about her fosters! She vets adopters very thoroughly! We had a meet and greet in a park to allow all of us to be comfortable with the match. We really appreciate that because we know that when Barbie gives a family the thumbs up, she knows that rescue will be going to a loving, forever home! Leo is the sweetest puppy and all he wants to do is play. That has been challenging for us because our senior dogs don't want to play with a puppy who can be a little too strong and a little too rough for aging dogs. We spend hours a day, playing with Leo, taking him on walks and throwing a ball but it just never feels like enough. He goes to doggie day care once a week to play with other younger dogs and is so happy there. That's when we decided that Leo needs a playmate, a younger pack member who can match his energy. We reached out to Barbie and she matched us with our newest family member, Love, a Chihuhua, Shihtzu mix. Barbie assured us that she wants to play and is fearless! We worried that Leo might be too rough for her tiny size, but let me tell you, she is small but mighty! If he gets a little too rough, she tells him off and remarkably, he listens! He is a lot more gentle on Love than he has ever been with his other fur siblings or us! Since adding Love to our pack, we notice the older dogs hanging around us again, when before Love, they spent a lot of time away from wherever we were with Leo. They watch with amusement as Leo and Love play all day. Sometimes one will jump in and play for a minute and then continue to let them wear eachother out. Animal Rescue Recon is an organization that changes lives! They bring endless joy into the lives of so many! I made sure to change my Amazon smile donations to Animal Rescue Recon of Oakley so they can benefit in the tiniest way, that will never be equal to the way they've filled our hearts! Thank you so much!

Great place to come to wash your pet. $18 per token for 24 mins or buy 3 get one token free. Easy…read moreto take our dog a bath. They provide an apron, clean towels and a few treats. I always bring my own shampoo though because sometimes the shampoo they provide hardly comes out. So I suggest to bring your own. The employees are always helpful. I see them clean the bath tub right each pet for the next pet.

This place is fantastic, especially if you are looking for something specific that may not be easy…read moreto locate (pet food with no gluten, human grade pet food, etc.). My family has been to this location as well as the one in Clayton, CA and both of them are great. The staff is always very friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. They make it a pleasant experience to shop there. The only potential downside would be that it is pricey. If you are looking for cheap pet food this is not the place. It's been worth the money for us, as we can tell how healthy and happy our dog is with the quality treats and food he gets. Also, our dog is training to be a service animal, so there are certain items we need that can be very hard to find. Pet Food Express is the place to go.

After not so great experience at another local vet, I decided to call here and give them a chance…read more They were very transparent about their prices, and the staff was friendly and knowledgeable over the phone. They gave my dog a very full physical exam and asked a lot of questions. The vet suggested a medication who was not pushy about it. She even offered to write a prescription so I could find the lowest price at my leisure. Will definitely be coming back here for all my family's pet needs. I wish I took pictures, but it was also very clean and organized. They had a dog get nervous and go to the bathroom in the front lobby, and the gal upfront immediately cleaned it up with a sanitizing mop bucket.

A routine dental cleaning for my two dogs turned into a traumatic, expensive nightmare due to sheer…read moreincompetence and a disgusting lack of transparency. They "only" charged $3400 for the cleanings, and failed to ask us if we are OK for them to remove all teeth from what used to be one of our dog's cute overbite. We also had to pay another $1500 for a follow-up emergency visit because they injured the other dog (and failed to tell us about it). Doctor must have a twisted sense of reality, because they told me the dogs did "fantastic" when I was called after the procedure. Dog 1: Permanent Disfigurement without Consent They extracted all six lower incisors from one of my dogs without a single phone call to discuss the necessity or get my consent. They effectively destroyed his signature look and "overbite" forever. We dropped off our cute dog and picked up a "small beast" with only two visible lower canines, all because they couldn't be bothered to pick up the phone. And I will be requesting the x-rays and get a second opinion in the necessity of the extractions, because the other incident described below shattered my confidence in their competence. Dog 2: Injury and Cover-Up While my other dog was under anesthesia, the staff managed to lacerate both of his ears while trimming his face. Let that sink in: they cut a dog that was chemically immobilized and not moving. Even worse, the doctor called me afterward and emphatically stated both dogs did "fantastic," choosing to deliberately hide the injuries. They didn't mention a word of it during the face-to-face pickup, either. Dog 2: Late night emergency follow-up visit We only discovered the injured ears after getting home. When we called, they downplayed the cuts as "no big deal" and admitted they had used skin glue to fix one cut. They didn't even provide an e-collar. A few hours later, my dog was bleeding profusely--blood was literally pooling on the floor. We had to rush him to an emergency vet where we discovered the cuts were so deep they required actual sutures. Because of this clinic's "minor" mistake, my small dog had to be put under anesthesia twice in less than 12 hours. And we had to foot a $1500 emergency bill, after an incident that traumatized our family.

There is nothing here but a waterpark! Tried to find the…read moreshelter place but it seems almost every shelter i find are closed for independence day!

This organization is as good as it gets as far as pet adoption organizations is concerned. I've…read moreworked with them twice through adopting our family's two furry friends: Katie (a sassy but so adorable feline) and Wyatt (not your typical yappy Chihuahua). If you're looking for cats, go to Pet Food Express at Slatten Ranch on Saturdays from 12-3. or Pittsburg Petsmart on Sundays from 12-3. They have different kinds of cats and kittens with different shapes and colors just waiting to be loved. After a short screening application, your new friend is yours! Cats and kittens have an adoption fee of $100. If you're looking for dogs, they don't bring them on site. Instead, they're all at a foster house in Brentwood. Man, I've never seen so many dogs in one place! Small and big dogs alike! You can tell they're well taken cared of at Joy's house. Usually you can just sit there, observe all their personalities, and pick from there. I'm sure one will steal your heart like my Wyatt has. Dogs and puppies adoption fees range from $125-$300, depending on age, special needs, purity of breed, etc. Email joysdogs@gmail.com or call 925 473-4642 to make an appt. And if for any reason you find that you and your new furry friend aren't working out, you can bring him/her back to the organization free of charge within a month after adoption. Their available pets can be seen here online: http://search.petfinder.com/shelterSearch/shelterSearch.cgi?&shelterid=CA338&preview=1

(Can someone please fix the spelling "Rescue" Thank you)…read moreI've learned the hard way that not all rescues are the same. Rhodie's Rescue is the epitome of everything that makes a good rescue. They not only go the extra mile to find the lost and most needy, they take the time needed to vet and learn each dogs traits so they can find the best match for a forever home for them. They are honest and transparent! They truly care and love dogs and it shows! Our community is very very lucky to have the trustworthy organization Rhodies Rescue!

We adopted a dog from Rhodie's two weeks ago, it was a wonderful experience start to finish. Our…read morenew family member was found on the side of the road, frightened, lost, with matted fur and injuries. They took him to the vet, nursed him back to health and neutered him on their own dime. We were happy to cover those costs a month later when we rescued him. These are dog lovers who worked hard to make sure we were a good match. We are thrilled to recommend them. They run adoption events most weekends at pet stores, check their web site.

I have to admit Something!!!…read more I Love Dawgs !!! I think the Oakland SPCA does a Great job of Caring for Animals especially Dawgs !!! Every time I Visit the Dawgs they Seem Very Clean , Healthy and Happy!!!! Lately I been visiting more often!! My Sister is a Big time Dawg Person!!! She lost her Puppy to Old Age 3 Months ago!! She called me up recently and said she was coming to get me!!! We rolled to the SPCA !!! She had seen a Litter of French Bullies /Chihuahua Puppies on their Website!!! We got there before they Opened!! We were the first ones in !!! We visited the Puppies and a Merle Puppy chose my Sister and I !!! So we went to the Puppy Playroom With the Merle and had a Ball with her . The Puppy was so Cute she licked my face then fell asleep in my arms!! My Sister adopted her and named her Killua !!! This is a Baller On A Budget Approved Establishment!!! I Keep My Pimp Hand Strong!!! Number 34 of the Top 50 most Prolific Yelp Elites of 2025!!!!

Super impressed with the vet clinic at the EAST BAY SPCA. Last week saw a Great doctor/dentist who…read moregave thorough explanation of her diagnosis. Vet tech also great at keeping me informed as to progress, details, and expedited blood test, too. Today, i Just dropped off fec. sample to reception and Marina not only expedited, but remembered my name and my cat Onyx's name, too!! Sheesh, I can't remember what I had for breakfast! And she must see dozens of people per day. She also explained exactly when test results come back, costs for services VERY CLEARLY all while managing batch of others in waiting area. Altogether a very well-run clinic with top notch professionals in all departments.

My. Dog. Loves. Bobbi…read more We've been using Pawsitive Pets for doggy daycare and boarding for the past several years up until last year when the business moved out of the Hayward area. We continue to use Pawsitive Pets for boarding when my husband and I go out of town for business or vacation. This is a home business, not a huge facility. There are benefits to both large and small daycare facilities. I rotate my Nala between both and that works well for her. The environment Bobbi provides at Pawsitive Pets is similar to what my dog gets at home - a comfy and calm space to relax, quiet time, a yard, walks, cuddles, one on one time with one of her favorite people in the world. And also reinforcement of good home behavior, like don't eat off the kitchen table, don't bark nonstop for hours on end, don't jump on the kitchen counter, don't crap on the carpet, etc. Plus there are a small number of other dogs for Nala to play with. It used to hurt my feelings when Nala would joyously drag me to the door at daycare drop off. Once I'd hand off the leash to Bobbi, my precious baby puppy dog that I love so much would happily walk away and leave me behind without a second look. Back then, I felt that leaving her in good safe hands with Bobbi was worth that sting. It's the same with boarding drop offs now. Despite how many months have passed, Nala still remembers Bobbi, still joyously drags me along for the ride to greet her, still has the same energetic happy wiggle butt. Nala greets her good friend with the same enthusiasm, excitement, and trust as before, but now there is no sting. I leave my precious baby puppy dog feeling very appreciative of Bobbi and knowing my Nala will be happy, safe and cared for while I'm away.

I give this business the worst rating you could possibly give,did everything this lady asked for…read morefar enough in advance,told her about our dogs,but she contacts me two days in says everything is good.Even as far as to say one dog was a sweetie,then day before I come home tells me,one dog bit her twice?....and get this our sweet little girl had jus been spayed,cone was suppose to be on 14 days,but she says she notify her vet? And they say to take it off? Who does this?Now looks like stitch area is infectedand get this? Because one dog peed on her rug,and tells me day I'm coming home she is charging me 35.00? More....serious bullshitDon't waste your time,she is in it for the money.

This review is for the veterinary services, I took my pup to get his rabies shot and I'm impressed…read moreby the customer service, by how much they cared for our pets. Perla registered us and was very helpful, once we were in line we realized that the shelter registered our baby under the name they gave him and not under his new name, we mentioned this to Perla and she helped us add the name to the already filled out paperwork online, then Natali gave our baby his shots and she was so sweet and patient with him, I truly I appreciate people like these ladies, they made my already scared dog feel comfortable and loved! Truly appreciate your kindness , I wish more people were like you two!

Great store beautiful location! I loved coming here I got a red knee tarantula and I've been so…read morehappy since! Looking forward to getting more down the line! Me and my son love to come here and look at the spiders and small critters.

Untrustworthy rescue who do not prioritize the care for the dogs they rescue. Focused on getting…read more#s, not properly matching adopters to their best matched dog. Turn their back one you once you pay your adoption fee. No plan for what to do when a dog isn't perfect. Few internal guard rails to assure business runs appropriately. We had a 16 year fostering relationship and wouldn't recommend this rescue anymore. They have lost their way.

15 years ago I adopted a black lab mix from Coppers Dream. She was so tiny then. Coppers Dream was…read morethere to help me find a wonderful dog. Over the years she and I went on many hikes together. She was always by my side. So very loyal. We added our Sons dog, a Shepsky, also adopted from Coppers Dream, to our family, as he was always traveling. Those two dogs spent many years together, always protective of me and of each other on our many hikes. I would periodically send in photos to CD, and always had a friendly reply. Almost like a family. One morning, up in ALanden Quicksilver Park, going up a steep narrow trail, they suddenly half turned and let rip with ferocious barks. A cougar came racing down the hill, I guess it wanted us for breakfast. Nope. Their utter ferocity in their barking and stance was one obstacle. The second was Bear Spray. That cougar decided quickly that this would not be a good way to start the day. Those two adopted dogs were Loyal, lovable, Protective, Goofy. Play ball? You bet. They loved swimming, exploring and making friends. My lab lived until she was 15. Our Shepsky passed a year or so before. Coppers Dream has always been professional, friendly and easy to approach. Now, I'm back looking for one more dog. Our young, female GSD is lonely without her big sister and big brother..