Heathbar

My story

I am in a foster home and not at the shelter. If you are interested in adopting, submit an adoption questionnaire by email. Learn more hereMeet Heathbar, the Velcro dog of your dreams. This sweet boy is eager to learn, protect, and love. He’s still learning table manners and basic commands, but he’s gaining confidence on the leash and has taken to crate training very well. He would do well with someone who will take him on long walks, runs, and hikes, and then end the day with a long cuddle on the couch. At this point, he doesn't love being left alone, but with time to to a new home this will likely improve. He's food motivated, which will be great for rewards based training and helping you bond as you get to know each other.  If you’re looking for a furry shadow to join you on an adventurous life,  Heathbar is the dog for you. He can have some big feelings walking by other dogs, and might bark to let them know. He will do best with a human willing to work on his leash reactivity, so he can be his very best self. He may be able to live with another calm dog with slow introductions, or he would be happy to be your only pet. Heathbar is around 7 years old and is 75 pounds. Follow him in foster with @cheesethegsd on Instagram, and click here to learn how to adopt and submit your adoption questionnaire.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Oakland Animal Services (OAS) (@oaklandanimalservices)  July 10, 2025, 1:55 pm

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Heathbar, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.