Here's a few useful links...

• American Kennel Club
  www.akc.org
  Dedicated to purebred dogs and responsible dog
  ownership. Includes information on finding the right
  dog, training and obedience, and different breeds.
  
  
• Oakland Animal Services
  www.oaklandanimalservices.org
  Responsible for the welfare of all animals in Oakland .
  Adoption search site for available dogs, cats and
  rabbits.
  
  
• The Pet Directory
  www.thepetdirectoryonline.com
  Listing reputable breeders, services and rescue
  organizations in the Bay Area.
  

• San Francisco SPCA
  www.sfspca.org
  Includes search site for dogs and cats available for
  adoption in San Francisco .
  
  
• Dogworks Canine Rescue
  www.dogworks.org
  Specializing in the placement of doberman pinschers
  and greyhounds in the greater Bay Area.