new dog Archives : Berkeley Humane

Small tan puppy wearing bat wings costume on a purple background, photographed for Berkeley Humane’s aPAWcalypse Halloween pet adoption event.

aPAWcalypse: Bay Area Halloween Pet Adoption Event

Halloween is going to the dogs (and cats!) at Berkeley Humane’s 3rd Annual aPAWcalypse, happening Saturday, October 25, 2025, at PetSmart Pinole. This Halloween pet adoption event brings together costumes, community, and compassion — and it could be the day you meet your new best friend. Adoptable Pets in Costume

A young puppy with a black and white coat lying down, gazing directly into the camera with big, expressive eyes. This puppy is part of Berkeley Humane's collaboration with a crisis animal rescue team focused on transporting dogs from the Central Valley to receive essential medical care. The image highlights the vulnerable state of puppies in under-resourced areas like the Central Valley, where they are at risk of life-threatening conditions such as Canine Parvovirus.

SAVING LIVES FROM THE VALLEY

Berkeley Humane collaborates with a crisis animal rescue team dedicated to transporting dogs from the Central Valley to our medical program. The Kern Project specializes in rescuing dogs from under-resourced shelters and the community, whether they have been intentionally abandoned in fields or found as strays. Due to ongoing challenges

Training and Behavior Tips

Our team of pet experts is here to help! These videos have advice on how to stay safe and healthy, as well as tips and tricks so you can bond with your pet(s).

training black and white shepherd mix dog to shake hands and paws

Seven Dog Training Classes Every Pet Parent Should Know About!

There’s nothing on earth quite like the unconditional, unreserved love of a dog. There’s a reason they are known as man’s best friend! Training your dog is one of the most important and rewarding things you can do, because it improves your communication and strengthens your trust and bond. Not

Make a Dog’s Day – Free Virtual Classes for Every Pet Family

Join Berkeley Humane and Subaru for a fun-filled series of free workshops on Thursday, October 21st that reinforce the special bond we have with our dogs.

Adopt-a-thon September 18, 2021 for Berkeley Humane

Bayer and Berkeley Humane to Host Pet Adopt-a-Thon

Join Berkeley Humane, Bayer, and NBC Bay Area/Telemundo 48 at our Adopt-a-thon, Bark (& Meow) Around the Block, on Saturday September 18th, 10 AM to 4 PM.

Heading Back to the Office: A Pet Parent Guide

Emotional wellbeing isn’t just for humans… If you’re not sure how your absence will affect your pets mental state, consider these common concerns and learn how to address them before you return to work outside the home.

Train the Bay trainer Nancy Frensley with her Austrailian Shepherd and mixed dogs. Dog training bay area

Training Tips: Platform and Ball Fitness

In this video Nancy Frensley, Training Manager at Berkeley Humane shares her tips for getting your dog to love going to a platform and how your dog can use a yoga ball. It may seem complicated, but as with any skill or trick, it takes consistency, patience, and lots of