{"id":420054,"date":"2026-07-31T22:33:30","date_gmt":"2026-07-31T22:33:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/420054\/"},"modified":"2026-07-31T22:33:30","modified_gmt":"2026-07-31T22:33:30","slug":"big-dogs-need-forever-homes-adopt-for-free-in-oakland-this-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/420054\/","title":{"rendered":"Big dogs need forever homes. Adopt for free in Oakland this weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"

Now is a great time to adopt a big dog.<\/p>\n

Oakland Animal Services, the city\u2019s shelter for dogs, cats, and other animals, announced Friday that it cannot take in any more large dogs because it has exceeded its capacity.<\/p>\n

As a result, OAS is looking to quickly find new homes for many of its plus-sized pups.<\/p>\n

Oakland Animal Services<\/p>\n

1101 29th Avenue<\/p>\n

Open Sat. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. No appointment needed.<\/p>\n

On Friday, the shelter announced it is waiving all adoption fees for dogs that weigh over 25 pounds on Aug. 1 and 2.<\/p>\n

That means dogs like Tony<\/a>, a charming 54-pound husky who \u201cenjoys leaning into pets and scritches, often pressing his head against your legs to soak up attention,\u201d or Rosalia<\/a>, a 57-pound doberman pinscher who \u201cloves going on walks and may happily prance along while sniffing and keeping an eye out for squirrels,\u201d could be yours.<\/p>\n

The ability to waive fees was made possible by a generous donor, OAS officials said.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe had a dedicated member of our foster community who loves big dogs call us up and pledge to cover these costs for the weekend,\u201d said OAS Director Joe DeVries. \u201cWe are so thankful for their support and are looking to get these wonderful animals into loving homes. Every large dog who leaves the shelter creates a space for the dogs still coming in.\u201d<\/p>\n

All OAS dogs have been spayed or neutered, have all their vaccinations and microchips, and just need a stable, loving home, and maybe a bit of training.<\/p>\n

One adorable dog that absolutely deserves adoption is Herman. According to OAS<\/a>, Herman came to them in 2025 after his owner was hospitalized and could no longer care for him. The shelter was full, so they sent Herman to Miranda\u2019s Rescue in Humboldt County, where they thought he\u2019d be cared for.<\/p>\n

Miranda\u2019s Rescue was raided by sheriff\u2019s deputies in May<\/a>, and mass graves were exhumed, exposing the remains of dogs allegedly killed for financial gain. The rescue\u2019s owner is currently being criminally investigated and sued in civil court over allegations of animal cruelty and fraud.<\/p>\n

Herman survived and returned to Oakland earlier this year, but he still needs to find a new home, according to information on OAS\u2019s website.<\/p>\n

At age 10, Herman<\/a>, who is 50 pounds, is \u201ca low-drama buddy who\u2019s always up for a walk or a nap on the couch,\u201d according to OAS.<\/p>\n

All of OAS\u2019s adoptable dogs can be viewed on the organization\u2019s website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Herman is a good boy. Credit: Courtesy of Oakland Animal Services<\/p>\n

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