I would give them 10 out of 5 stars if I could…read more The staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely care about the animals. The animals are clearly well cared for, and the adoption fee includes a lot, such as microchipping and keeping the animals up to date on their medical care. They are also happy to answer questions and provide advice, both before and after adoption. If you're considering a special-needs pet or aren't sure what type of pet would be the best fit, they'll take the time to explain the responsibilities involved and help you make an informed decision. What really sets this shelter apart is that they take the time to get to know potential adopters and make sure each adoption is a good fit for both the animal and the family. Their focus is on responsible placement and the well-being of the pets, not superficial factors. I especially appreciate that they don't judge a person's ability to provide a loving home based on their social media presence. Too often, some organizations seem to equate online popularity with being a good pet owner, but those things have little to do with one another. In fact, the amount of time someone spends building a social media following says nothing about the care, attention, and commitment they'll give a pet. This shelter evaluates people based on what truly matters: their ability and willingness to provide a safe, stable, and loving home. I adopted two kittens from them about a year and a half ago. One grew into a gentle giant, while the other stayed petite. A few weeks ago, I returned and adopted a large 3-year-old cat as a companion for my gentle giant. The adoption process was just as positive the second time around. I highly recommend this shelter to anyone considering adopting, donating, or volunteering. They are doing great work and truly have the animals' best interests at heart.

I have supported the Buddy Foundation with my Uncle before the building was built. Last time I…read morebrought my little dog for a $20 photo opt with the Easter Bunny I was the only one there. It didn't turn out well and I asked for another one! Sue screamed at me and said it was good enough! It was the last photo of my dog! Thanks for screaming at me Sue! Off my list of donations. I now give my money to Reach out in Lake County because they don't scream at me!

I adopted my bishon from Rosa and could not have made a better choice. Rosa is very professional…read moreand yet very friendly. She's concerned about who adopts one of her puppies and yes there is a contract involved. She's also very knowledgeable about the bichon frise breed and is willing to answer any question that is asked of her. If you're looking for a private bichon breeder this is who you would want to contact. I love my bichon, Quincy. Thanks Rosa you're the best

From the owner: Bichon Puppy Love is a breeding services of purebred bichon frise puppies and dogs. We specialize…read moreis breeding quality healthy and active puppies and dogs as companions for people with allergies and families with children. We breed for quality and not for quantity. All litters are planned and we do our best to mate our females with one of our males with the same qualities as one another. We do not mix breeds with other breeds, we specialize in breeding bichon frises only.

they were fantastic! got an adorable, healthy puppy. they texted me several times. to check on him…read more& us. gave great advice. wonderful experience with them. thanks adopt-A-pet

I was shown photos and given records indicating I was adopting a young puppy. When the dog was…read moredelivered, he was much larger than what was represented. After a vet visit, I was told he is likely about a year older than the age I was given. I love my dog and would never return him, but honesty is essential when adopting. I would not recommend adopting from this agency.

We adopted in April 2013 from Illinois Doberman rescue our girl passed in July of 2023 we had her…read moresince 1.5 yrs old. We have had dobermans since 1982, 5 from breeders 4 from rescue. Now IDR has out priced the regular people with their high fees but we have seen our country and all goods that people use increase almost twofold......really sad they have out priced us even adopting a dog.

Very good looking dogs I love Dobermans. I don't have small children. It's just me and my husband…read moreand I have two cats. If you think that that should be OK I had my Doberman for eight years or nine and he went to heaven. He was great with the cats and the grandkids

This place is awesome. The staff here is so welcoming and kind, and they really do all they can to…read moremake sure any pets in their care feel loved. Both times I've been here it was very clean and just overall a great experience. In fact, I literally travel out there all the way from River North because I trust them so much. I've gotten two outstanding cats from this place. Sashimi, the adult tabby, came home about two years ago and has been the sweetest girl - my friends call her "angel cat" because she would never hurt a fly and loves people. Maki, the baby tuxedo, is the most well socialized kitten I've ever met. She is so brave and doesn't seem to understand the concept of strangers - I definitely credit the caregivers for socializing her so well. Both so healthy and happy! Thank you Hinsdale Humane Society for being such a reliable place and taking such great care of the little ones in their care! My home is a much happier place because of what you all do!

Could not have had a better experience here! Sage, our adoption counselor, was super knowledgeable…read moreand took the time to really get to know us, answer any questions and suggest which cat would be the best fit for us. He did a phenomenal job, as the "Duchess" is already bein' a lap kitty the first night home. We're really so appreciative and are excited to give this lil' girl a loving home experience. Also this is a beautiful facility! It's heartwarming to know that these rescue animals have a wonderful space to stay until they are carefully placed in their new homes. Well done HHS!

I was there recently. They only had a few cats. This made it difficult for me to find the cat I…read morewanted.

I recently visited the shelter to meet a dog that I was interested in adopting. Her fur was full of…read moremattes and she had been there for at least a week. Not only that, but I was told she will need major dental work as her canines are very worn down. For a dog to be neglected like that is unacceptable. I was going to adopt her and rescue her from the poor living conditions and neglect by this "rescue" but was told no since I had to make the difficult decision to relinquish my cat whom I had for over 3 years because she developed serious behavioral issues and was attacking my family and my dog unprovoked on a regular basis despite doing everything that was advised by my vet and a trainer. Additionally my dog whom I adopted from PAWS three years ago has never had an accident since day one of living with my husband and I. I thought it was odd of them to claim that she wasn't potty trained but now it all makes sense given what I saw when I showed up there the other day. And if that doesn't convince you, the staff there are incredibly rude to visitors. There was an older heavy set woman who handles adoptions who was there that night and yelled at my husband and belittled him for being "too close" to the dog. It was incredibly unnecessary to speak to him in that way. STEER CLEAR OF THIS PLACE!

Tiny n Tall was one of the rescues I worked with while trying to find a pup that fit our family…read more I have nothing but good things to say about the staff/volunteers at Tiny n Tall: they were very communicative, responsive, and unbelievably thorough! It was clear that they have the best interest of their dogs in mind when looking for homes. They were very clear about the adoption process and requirements, and as I fulfilled each requirement, another staff member was quick to contact us for the next step. They truly worked like a well-oiled machine. I not only spoke to a few staff on the phone, but my family and I went to an adoption event in person and met them as well. EVERYONE AND the dogs were so nice!!! When I asked if certain dogs were "kid friendly" before letting my toddler approach, I was told that all of them were... and they were! My toddler enjoyed petting small dogs (sweet Percy!!!) and big ones (loveable JJ)! We were interviewed as one of 4 possible families for the dog we applied to adopt. I'm happy that she found a loving home that fit her. And even through this process, I received 2 emails from Tiny n Tall - one informing me that we were not chosen, and the other about continuing the process. I also want to state that our interviewer (Marilyn) was great in suggesting what breed/mix might best fit my family. She thought a Great Pyrenees fit our profile. I appreciate the suggestion and knowledge that Marilyn imparted on us. To sum, I recommend Tiny n Tall if you are looking for your new fur-ever dog! Happy tails!

Adopted our dog from Tiny and Tall, very impressed with their process…read more Got the best dog ever, 7 yrs ago.

4greyhoundracers ZERO STARS!!! Stay away from this adoption group! I have been adopting retired…read moregreyhounds since 1998. I have homed 13 to date. I recently lost my male to cancer. I was looking for another pet to adopt for my family and to find my 11 year old senior female greyhound another brother.WeI have always had two greyhounds together because usually when we loose one we adopt another. I contacted 4 greyhound racers and told them exactly what I was looking for, a male that would not be alpha, one that would be laid-back a bit, and one too fit in with an 11-year-old senior hound. I have had older dogs in the past and have actually adopted them at the age of 7, 8 and 9 years old and ones with cancer that no one else wanted I figure they all need to be loved and older hounds can steal our hearts as well as any other age. The group brings you dogs to your home. They expect you to adopt one of them because some of their foster volunteers live quite a distance away and have to travel to your home. They tell you this so from the beginning of the adoption process, you feel a bit obligated to take a dog on that day. They also told me the day they brought them that if somebody returned a dog, they would badmouth them to other groups and make it hard for them to adopt again. My experience with this group was they brought two dogs that I picked out and two dogs that I did not. The first who came into the home brought in by the president of the group. One dog was very, very young she had kept on a leash. I don't think the dog was trusted to be off me. The other one walked around the house and peed three times all over everything. Then the third dog came in he seemed like he was the one I was interested in just by looking at pictures, but anybody knows that when you are going through a greyhound group you never adopted by pictures alone you have to meet the dog and you have to also make sure the dog is going to work in your family. I knew this dog was younger, but by the way they described him between the adoption group and the foster family was that he was pretty laid-back but like to play, etc. We ended up adopting the third dog. He was pretty laid back for around two days by day three he was running through the house , pushing my 11-year-old around and was a horrible fit for our family. I contacted Sue Purdom told her I was having some issues she told me to crate the dog which I really didn't see how this was going to fix things. Maybe prolong them to any time outside the crate I have never created my greyhounds because I never have had to. I've always taught them to get along and respect each other. This was a completely different experience in any of the dogs I have ever adopted. I decided that he wasn't going to work out and it was time to return him. Mind you they had an older seven year-old that was looking for a home, but his name was never mentioned. They went on to tell me well you didn't pick him off the Internet. It's not always up to the adapter to pick a dog off the Internet. It is up to the group to find the correct dog for the family And suggest them. This dog was never mentioned. When I asked if the seven year-old would be a better fit, I was told we don't exchange greyhounds. They basically came took the dog back. Did not refund my $750 and also sent out an email to another group that I was looking into to adopt from. Needless to say I was able to call that group and tell them what had happened. Period. this was by far the worst group I have ever dealt with in my life of adopting greyhounds. It wasn't about getting the correct dog into the home. It was about getting a dog into a home and taking the money. I don't believe this group is all about the dogs. I believe it is all about the money and just getting a dog placed wherever possible. So I give this group no stars not even one. When I spoke to other groups about this and other people who have been adopting greyhounds for many years, they all said this is not the way you go about placing greyhounds. They would have never had a return if they would have got me the right dog. Someone is not doing their job correctly and that is all I really have to say. It is a sad reality in the greyhound adoption world.

From the owner: We are an all-volunteer, not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to finding caring,…read morecommitted homes for retired racing greyhounds. We promote greyhound adoption by providing information to the public on what wonderful pets these retired athletes make. 4 Greyhound Racers serves the northern Illinois and Southeastern Wisconsin areas. 4 Greyhound Racers is a foster-based adoption program. While waiting for their "happy ever after", our hounds are in a foster home, learning the basics of how to be a pet. Our foster families have cats, small dogs, children and work hours. They live in apartments, townhouses, single family homes and farms. Our foster families are the heart and soul of our adoption group - and truly, what sets us apart.

Maxine is a fraudulent account created by a known animal abuser who has been banned from adopting…read morethrough Great Lakes Pigeon Rescue. Great lakes pigeon rescue does nothing but go above and beyond for their animals. Everything negative "Maxine" said in their review is a blatant flat out lie. Myself, and others I know personally have had only positive things to say about receiving birds from GLPR and GLPR does their utmost to meet the needs of their birds and their prospective adopters.

they take in way more birds than they should. they lack the actual space for the amount(OVER 600…read moreBIRDS IN A STORAGE UNIT) of pigeons they have right now. the majority of the birds reside in non predator proof pens purchased from Amazon. the reason they should be predato proofed is because the amount of wasted feed and grain will attract rats(likely already has) and hi high would be able to chew through the flimsy wire and harm the birds who aren't allowed to perch 4 feet off the filthy floors. several female pigeons forced to lay eggs without nests which is extremely stressful as these are not chickens. pigeons require a semi private nesting space in order to not perpetually keep laying. the food and water containers are open air cat litter boxes which get easily contaminated with feces and require cleaning and refilling more often than standard pigeon/poultry feeders and waterers. The rescue often will put "undesirable" birds that aren't as human social in these pens to LIVE in. Sometimes these birds may not be adopted for months and will be forced to live in these crowded dirty pens longterm. Do Better Great Lakes!!

We found this rescue via a pup we saw on Petfinder. We called them the following morning and were…read moreultimately able to come see a pup (Minnie) the same day in the afternoon. The lady we spoke to was very nice to us, as well as when we arrived (both her and the other gentleman working there). The front-desk is a bit small and crowded with supplies (I think from the supply donations they receive), but we were allowed to take the pup out in the large gated yard to run around and play and get to know her a bit more. The application process was fairly straight forward. They hand-write out the paperwork so it took a little bit longer, and they only accepted cash (we had to run to our local bank during the application). They do have a 7-day return policy (if the pet doesn't work out you can return them, or exchange for another, but no refunds) from what I understood. They also gave a health voucher for one of the local vets, but we did not use it and went to our regular vet. I saw other reviews claiming the pets weren't as healthy as they said, but at least for us, when we took the pup to our Vet, she was 100% clear and healthy (including all worms and such, which is sometimes overlooked in the exams). All of her shots / spay / flea treatment dates etc. were recorded and provided to us, plus microchip info, so it was thorough. They also gave us the rest of the kibble they were feeding her, which actually lasted us about 2 months. Overall, we thought they were friendly and also showed they cared for the animals that they adopt out. I don't think they have tons of dogs and cats, but they are worth considering if you are looking to adopt!

I stand for any animal shelter. The only problem I have that…read morethere is no walk on. So if you drive by and you would like to see some animals would be impossible. You need to call.