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East Bay SPCA Behavior & Training Helpline

What it is
Support and guidance
Where
California
Status
Open
Checked
on the official website, November 5, 2026

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Free 15-minute phone consultation with the behavior and training team for dog and cat owners facing common behavior problems, plus longer paid consultations and private training. Scholarships are available for consultations and training.

Checked on the official website · November 5, 2026 What this means
An independently researched listing, not a statement of partnership or endorsement.

How to reach them

Where: 8323 Baldwin Street, Oakland, CA 94621

Good to know

  • Who can use it: Dog and cat owners.
  • How to get started: Complete the online Dog or Cat Helpline Form and pick a time; a trainer calls you then. Apply for a scholarship with the Training Scholarship Application.

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Sources

East Bay SPCA Behavior & Training Helpline official page, checked November 5, 2026.

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