We are truly blessed to have such an amazing Humane Society in San Diego…read more They provide so many essential services to our community: spay/neuter, a free community pet pantry, pet training, dog licensing, lost‑and‑found support, humane euthanasia, rehoming assistance, and so much more. Their impact is huge, and there are countless ways to help -- no contribution is too big or too small. One thing I deeply appreciate is their Adoption Guarantee: If for any reason an adopter decides their new pet isn't the right fit for their home, the Humane Society will schedule an appointment to welcome the pet back -- without judgment or criticism. This level of compassion and support is rare and shows how committed they are to both animals and adopters. Some meaningful ways to get involved include: Donating money Volunteering Participating in the Dog Day Out program Supporting the Community Cat Program Fostering Adopting instead of shopping Spaying/neutering your pets Sharing or reposting their information to spread awareness The San Diego campus is next‑level -- very clean, modern, and thoughtfully designed. Across the county, they have four campuses: San Diego, Escondido, El Cajon, and Oceanside (Escondido has a great setup for livestock and farm animals). Every staff member I've interacted with has been compassionate and patient. They deal with animals in distress every single day, so a little grace goes a long way.

Very clean and well laid out. Staffed very helpful. Very impressed with the campus. The animals…read morelook like they were all eager to go home.

We met our fur baby through TAP at an adoption event in San Diego, and it was such a special…read moreexperience. The event was great. We got to meet a lot of adorable dogs, and one little guy instantly stole our hearts. What really stood out was how thoughtful and thorough TAP's process is. There was no pressure to adopt on the spot, which we really appreciated. After the event, we completed an application and received clear next steps. The following week, our foster brought him to our home so we could spend more time together. That confirmed everything we felt at the event. TAP conducted a home visit and checked our references, and it was clear throughout the process that they truly care about the well being of their animals and making the right match. Our foster was amazing, so kind and supportive. When we brought our little guy home, she sent him with his toys, some food, and a sweet note, which meant so much to us. Such a wonderful experience overall, and now our home is filled with love, laughter, and lots of snuggles.

If you're on the fence about fostering, I highly suggest this rescue. I have been with TAP since…read more2017 as a volunteer and foster. They are extremely flexible with scheduling of volunteering and there are many different types of fostering opportunities. They provide food, supplies, veterinary care, and any other items your foster dog may need. Your contribution is the home and time. They also have a coordinator that matches you with a dog/cat that will match your lifestyle or situation such as small apartment spaces or other pets/kids. The coordinator is extremely communicative and prompt. Another great option is temporary foster for when long-term fosters go on vacation or when certain animals need a foster home if the kennel is full. This is a great opportunity to do a trial run on fostering or if you can't make a longer commitment. I have fostered several dogs from this rescue and make a monthly contribution when I can't house another pup. I continue to be inspired by their amazing work. Lauren shares many videos about the very real situations and struggles of being a rescue. Funding is extremely difficult but rest assured that your time, efforts and money donated are going to an excellent place. Even sending $5 over Venmo helps put a drop in the bucket!

The Hope2K9 adoption experience was exceptional…read more The pup that we rescued (Freyja) was full of love and nervous energy. We decided to rescue her a few days before Hope2K9 had an open spot to start her training. When we brought Freyja home from the rescue we learned that she was part shark and part sled dog. On our first walk she was trying to pull us up the street with the force of an entire team of sled dogs. When we got home from the walk we gave her a "indestructible dog toy" which she managed to destroy within 5 minutes. At this point we were nervous about the potential challenges we were going to be facing with training. During the 3 week training process Cam kept us updated on our pups progress. The second night we received a short video of Cam walking a well behaved Freyja. The 2 in person training sessions were well organized and covered all the commands and how to leverage the training tools used to train our pup. The experience did not end with the 3 week training because Hope2K9 has been there to answer our questions.

I am so happy I found Maddie through hope2k9 adoption program. She is an absolute wonderful dog and…read moreI am truly lucky I found her. It has been one year since I adopted Maddie and that is why this review is over due! Hope2k9 trains rescued dogs, teaches them good manners and social skills. I couldn't be more pleased with finding my forever best friend. I definitely will go back to foster or adopt another dog. Not only do they work very hard at training they also allow you to visit for more training if you want. This is a wonderful rescue and I couldn't be more happier with my pup!

100 stars to this incredible, caring and compassionate team of volunteers! My heart was set on…read moreadopting a rescue, and I am so glad I discovered Second Chance. It's easy to see from the many different fur-babies on the Second Chance website--different sizes, ages, colors, breeds and needs--that these dedicated folks are committed to their mission of saving and re-homing homeless dogs. My overall experience with Second Chance was excellent. Staff responded quickly to my application for a particular pup, and I very much appreciated their responsiveness and encouragement when I was too late applying for a few different doggies. When I expressed interest in a couple of dogs that were still awaiting a loving home, Second Chance quickly put me in touch with the foster moms so I could learn more about those particular dogs. The foster moms were amazing. They were very patient with me and generous with their time in answering all my questions. By working with Second Chance, I found exactly the right fur-baby for me. It's not just my little Izzy who has been given a second chance at a wonderful life. Izzy, thanks to Second Chance, has given the same chance to me.

The most amazing group of volunteers. 100% volunteers. I've adopted from Second Chance Dog Rescue 4…read moretimes since 2013. I will continue to adopt from this organization that rescues dogs around SoCal shelters and TJ. My favorite adoption was Roscoe, a 10 yo diabetic min pin chi. I was happy to take on his medical needs and give him the best last days of his life. Never asked the rescue for a dime because they had already done their best for him. These volunteers put their own money and time while working with donations and the adoption fees. It's all 100 % done in the name of dogs. They are truly doing God's work. Saving lives is what the Lord does. And we as humans can help by adopting, fostering, donating, and volunteering. Thank you Second Chance Dog Rescue

Well meaning, but overwhelmed at the expense of the dogs. There is no ill feeling here, but the…read moreCEO is not equipped to handle the task, and in the end does not understand those who wish to help and is not available or able to help when help is needed for dogs in true medical need. Otherwise, if you are lucky enough to get a healthy dog ( have them checked out by a non NWTLB Vet.... you will pay for their adoption and most likely there will be other medical needs to pay for....and not enough in the adoption process to reimburse you. No criticism....just the reality, and we all want to save dogs. Be aware of the Vets. They are paying for their overhead in Expensive San Diego, and there is little to no altruism.

We adopted our sweet Kallie girl from No Wagging Tails Left Behind and couldn't be happier. I…read moreoriginally came to the adoption event outside of Petco in hopes of adopting another puppy, but he has already been adopted. I ended up finding our perfect match! I guess everything happens for a reason. I was very happy with how deeply everyone at Wagging Tails cares for these dogs, whether they are puppies or seniors. The puppy we adopted lived with a foster family first, so it was great that she was used to other dogs and people. I never felt rushed or pressured by the staff when I was interacting with any of the dogs. They also recommended a great vet to us, which was a plus.

I have never adopted from a foster before and I do not regret it one bit!!! Liraz is an exceptional…read moreperson and an amazing dog/foster mom. You can tell by how the puppies/dogs respond around her. She is a very honest, sweet, informative doggy foster mom. She provided information from toys, food & extensive doggy tips. She is always responsive by phone and text. Even when I text her late at night, she is always responding! Before the actual adopting day, she would send you pictures of your puppy to keep you updated. Truthfully, she and how Art and paw animal rescue is ran, should be an example of how all the animal rescues should be. I adopted my puppy from a group of 9 puppies and she knew everything about each and every single one of them. One thing I appreciate about her is, she doesn't get motivated by money but rather she truly cares for the dogs and want them to find the perfect home. She really takes the time to find the perfect home for each dog! You will not regret adopting! Also her company is ran from donations so please head onto the website and donate (: Thank you Liraz for the amazing experience.

We are animal lovers and have 3 of them already enjoying all their lives with us. We can't even…read moreplan a vacation without finding a pet sitter, house sitter for the house while we are gone... Unless those are met, we do not take a vacation. On last Saturday, we went to Petsmart to get some dog food and cat food. My wife found this lovely dog that she would not leave without her. Art and Paws Animal Rescue went through all the questions about our living environment to make sure the dog was going to a right place, made sure that we were committed, not compulsive and showed us the papers with medical history and everything. Lulu is so happy being with other brothers and a sister and fit right in without hesitation. There are some dog rescues that only concentrate on making dogs adopted but Art and Paws Rescue really care for the dogs and we felt the right thing as dog owners. I already sent them thank you email plus lots of pictures ans will follow up with them continuously. Great job "Art & Paws Animal Rescue" and thank you for letting us having Lulu.

I haven't finished looking yet. I'm seeing love, compassion, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, and…read morevery hard work. But I can't figure out how to get myself a doggie yet. I need and want a cute furry small doggie. When I get one I will give five stars, and then I will say thank you.

Please use this rescue with caution, we where promised a dog, only to be notified 30 minutes before…read morethey where to arrive, that they had changed their minds and did not want to adopt out this dog. To say we where heartbroken is an understatement, as we had spent the morning securing a crate and purchasing a new dog bed . Wish they would have let us known sooner, feeling like I was taken advantage of.

BAS is an amazing organization they give the most loving care to every animal they rescue. I have…read moreadopted several precious kitties from them and every one of them were the most loving we have ever had. There dogs are also amazing.

The people at this rescue are amazing and you can tell they really care about the animals they're…read morehelping. Very happy with the whole adoption process and extremely excited to have my new family member

I had been looking for quite a while when I filled out an application @ A New Life Charitable…read moreFoundation. I was contacted by Marialyn, who was both very professional and so helpful. I called about one dog, but after hearing I had young grandchildren, she suggested another one. I cannot tell you how incredibly grateful I am that she did! I've had my darling fur baby for two weeks and I could not be more appreciative. Adopting a dog can be hard, but Marialyn guided me perfectly through the process!

The dogs are adorable I went by for an adoption event and couldn't resist so I adopted a dog!! I…read morecan't wait to take the dog home!! Im very thankful for the amazing customer service! The value is great too because they come fully spayed, vaccinated and micro chipped.

We have been taking our CAVALIER KING CHARLES here for HIS ENTIRE LIFE, 14 Years!!! Unfortunately,…read morehis Kidneys gave out at the end of his 13th Year/14th Year!!! We were given medication and that seemed to turn things around, but that lasted only 6 Days. On the next to last day of his life, the VET SAID, he may have a few weeks left, BUT THAT NIGHT HE COLLAPSED ON THE LAWN WHILE WALKING ON THE LAWN. He never walked again. We took him in first thing at 7:00 AM, only to find out on the way DOCTORS aren't there till 9:00 AM. Although Dr Silverberg wasn't free till 3:00 PM, she showed up at our 9:20 AM APPOINTMENT. I walked in, and my partner and my dog stayed in the car. A very nice technician walked out to greet me, AND EXPLAIN WHAT WAS GOING TO HAPPEN!!! I then started to walk out to get them. SHE VOLUNTEERED TO HELP. As it turned out, my partner did the heavy lifting. WE WENT RIGHT IN, skipping the scales. We then saw DR SILVERBERG, WHO EXAMINED BALTHAZAR. It was time. Again, we ment with the technician for a breakdown in prices. WE ORDERED EVERYTHING, INCLUDING CREMATION AND DELIVERY. DR S returned for the very quick "final GOODBYE PROCESS, taking less than a minute or 2!!!" Thanks Dr S.ilverberg (BY THE WAY: When we walked in, there were 6 Candles alit, with a sign explaining what was happening to us that day, HOW CONSIDERATE!!!)

Dr. Silvaberg and her staff were absolutely amazing…read more My baby girl Daisy (almost 6 years old), a French Bulldog, had a really difficult experience over the past 7 weeks with her previous vet. She became very traumatized and now hates going to the vet. In most cases she has had to be sedated just to be examined. However, Dr. Silvaberg walked into the room, got down on the floor with my terrified girl, and calmly talked to her until she gained her trust. To my absolute surprise, she was able to examine and treat Daisy without any sedation at all. This was a huge win for us. I'm so incredibly thankful that we finally found a vet who truly listened to me and treated my girl as if she were her own. That's all I've ever wanted. I'm beyond grateful for the care, patience, and compassion shown to Daisy. Highly recommend!