Fostering Dogs with Hopalong: Real Stories from East Bay Volunteers

By |2026-04-10T15:29:25-07:00April 9, 2026|Hopalong|

Have you thought about adopting a dog but want a little more experience first? Already have a dog who might enjoy an occasional companion? Want to help animals but don’t have time to volunteer onsite each week? Fostering with the Hopalong Foster Program might be the perfect fit. To give you a glimpse into what fostering is really like, we spoke with three of our dedicated dog fosters about their experiences. Finding the Right Fit Krystyna started fostering a couple of years ago as a retirement hobby. She had owned dogs before but didn’t want the [...]

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A Day in the Life of a Hopalong Cat Care Volunteer

By |2026-02-13T15:54:41-08:00February 13, 2026|Hopalong|

When a cat care volunteer arrives for their shift at the Hopalong office in Oakland, the cat rooms are already full of excitement. Curious faces peek out from condos, some eager to say hello, others content to watch from a cozy bed. A few cats greet volunteers with chirps or a rub against the door, while others take their time warming up. But every shift starts with the same goal: making sure each cat feels safe, comfortable, and cared for. The day begins with the essentials. Volunteers tidy condos, refill food and water bowls, and scoop [...]

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