I had the chance to visit MeowTown Cat Lounge on a Saturday afternoon and was surprised that more…read morepeople haven't yet discovered it. It's a super cute cat lounge in a busy shopping center in McLean. When you enter, you are greeted by the friendly staff who walk you through the lounge rules. It's a sunny space with a lot of good climbing and cozy areas for cat. The decor is colorful and cat-themed. There is a lot of seating and cat toys/ I appreciated that they offer complimentary drinks and snacks. At the time that I visited, they had 18 cats in residence. Their photos are all on the wall and all cats are available for adoption. Most of the cats are adults and all were very sweet. I was really in love with Richard and also Kayce The cats are friendly and seemed very comfortable in their space. At the time I visited, about half the cats were snoozing and half were active. The lounge staff obviously care about the cats and shared fun stories about each cat with lounge visitors. One suggestion: I already have 2 cats (both adopted from other cat lounges) so I cannot adopt another kitty right now, but I would be happy to contribute a care fund for the cats if there was an opportunity to do so. Maybe there could be an option for non-adopters to give $5/$10/$20 toward the general care of particular cats? I have observed that older cats tend to take longer to get adopted. I think other visitors may appreciate that option too. I'm looking forward to visiting again with friends. It's nice to be able to go to such a peaceful, relaxing and fun place that cares about the well-being of animals

Came here with a group of 6 that includes me. Reservation includes 50 minutes, treats for the cats…read morethat you can buy their love with, sodas and coffee and chips at a free food bar for humans. Our cat treats given to us by staff were hard treats, but I noticed the group before us got churus because they left their trash out on the tables. I wish we had also gotten churus or at least half and half because that's how to really buy a cat's love. Maybe even just giving the kids churus so they could have cats come over. It didn't smell like cats or litter which is great.

Wonderful Shelter with extremely caring veterinarians, onsite staff and volunteers! The animals…read moreare always treated with tender loving care. If there's the slightest indication of a health issue, the lil' guys are treated immediately. There is no better Shelter in northern Va.

My husband and I saw a dog we were interested in meeting and possibly adopting so we reached out…read morethrough Instagram to get more details. We got a quick response, which was nice. They let us know that based on the dog's profile, they recommended that we do a meet and greet with any family dogs we already have at home. So we get ready, load up our pup, and go to the center. When we walked in, we felt like the vibes were pretty off immediately. The front desk staff seemed to be pretty unfriendly, barely addressed us, and barely made eye contact with us. But we moved on and I tried giving them some grace... We then told them which dog we were interested in meeting and they let us go back to the kennel for a first glance. We came back out and when we asked for a meet and greet, the one worker seemed super hesitant in even allowing that. Lots of "ummm, yea, I guess you can" vibes. My mother-in-law waited in the lobby with our pup and they led my husband and I to their yard for a visit which went well and I asked if I could switch out with my mother-in-law and were told that it'd be best not to have the dog meet too many people in one instance since it has a "stranger danger" personality. What if the people after us wanted to meet him, would they have turned them down because it was "too many people"??? We then asked to have our pup meet since our meeting went well and were met with more hesitation. We let the staff know that we also have kids at home and they recommended that we come back with them so the adoptable pup could meet everyone at once instead of letting our dog meet in that moment.... we thought that was odd since we were already there and prepared. My husband was already over it and left and I went back in to ask if the dog we were interested in could be adopted that day or before we were able to come back. They let us know that they couldn't guarentee he'd still be there. Never once did they really walk us through the process or even offered that we could essentially put the dog on "hold" until I kept asking more questions. They finally directly us to a QR code that went to an interest form. I filled out the whole thing and then they were like, "oh, BTW, its a nonrefundable $50 fee/donation to put an animal hold on". So... fine.... because we really wanted to make sure he was still there when we came back. Fast forward to the next day, we bring our kids and our dog back in. They then tell us they they're going to have our dog meet their dog 1st and if that goes well, we can introduced the kids. What the actual crap since we already had our dog in the day before! So the meet and greet with the pups didn't go the best which isn't anyone's fault. We understand and recognize that is out of everyone's control and don't fault the staff for that interaction. One of the other workers who wasn't there the first day tried helping and made some suggestions to have us adopt and older dog but at that point we were ready to go. We were so frustrated with the entire process. They wasted our time, weren't upfront about the fee/donation, and the staff either didn't understand the process themselves OR they really didn't want it to actually work out with us from the moment we walked in there. We've adopted from Wolftrap Animal Rescue twice and had wonderful interactions. We also visited the Lorton Animal Shelter and everyone there was really kind and friendly so I'd recommend others going through one of those other agencies instead. We just hope our nonrefundable $50 donation goes to good use...

I cannot thank this organization enough for helping me find my new best friend, Linda. I had a dog…read morein the past who sadly passed away 4 years ago and felt I was ready to have a new friend. As a first-time pet adopter (my dog was a birthday gift from my dad), I was incredibly nervous and worried the adoption process would be filled with loopholes, but the experience was the exact opposite. A huge thank you to Lisa, who was exceptionally kind and patient. She took the time to schedule a genuine, heartfelt phone call with me that felt far from transactional. I often deal with high levels of anxiety, and I was met with nothing but warmth and understanding throughout every step. Meeting the cats and chatting with the foster homes was a seamless process, and I truly appreciate that all the cats--including Linda--are kept up to date with their vaccinations and medical follow-ups. Linda has been with me for a month now, and she is truly my best friend. I will definitely be returning here when I'm ready to adopt another companion in the future!

I adopted a precious kitty from FFGW and the staff was exceptional every step of the way. They…read moretruly care about the animals and are very organized in the adoption process and answered all my questions. I highly recommend adopting from here!

We haven't completed the purchase yet, but so far our experience has been excellent and very…read morereassuring. From the first contact, they were transparent and professional. They clearly explained the whole process, shared videos of the kitten, and even provided a clear contract outlining how the purchase works, which gave us a lot of confidence. You can tell they take the process seriously and care about both the kittens and the families adopting them. The kittens appear very well cared for, healthy, and raised with attention and love. Communication has been smooth and respectful, and we never felt pressured -- just informed and supported. Based on the experience so far, we fully intend to move forward as soon as we return to the US. We're very happy with the impression they've given us and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a well-handled, professional breeder.

My experience adopting a kitten from here was wonderful…read more These people really love cats - from what I can tell, it's a pretty small group that rescues and fosters on the side while working full-time. I fell in love with a kitten online, but there was already an applicant ahead of me, so I resigned myself to accepting I probably wasn't going to get him. But Pam was so great - she stayed in constant communication with me, and when she hadn't heard back from the other applicant in two days, she emailed me at 10pm to say I had first dibs (which I feel is fair) and that she'd make sure the kitten was at the adoption event for me to come see the next afternoon. So we headed over to Pet Valu in Clifton to meet the kitten and adored him right away. Kristen was so sweet, helpful and genuinely happy to see that one of her kittens had found a new home. She provided us with tons of info and advice, along with a Pet Valu adoption coupon kit. Their vetting process is pretty standard; you fill out an application with details about your living situation, current pets etc. In the final stages, you sign a contract promising not to declaw and that you'll send them proof of having the kitten spayed/neutered. The experience was quite painless (unlike interactions I've had in the past with some larger/more well-known rescue groups), and these women are doing a fantastic job. Definitely check out their kitties if you're looking to adopt!

We adopted our 3rd cat this past weekend at a Dewey Animals event at Petsmart in Chantilly. The…read moreexperience was smooth and Pam is extremely knowledgeable. Sylvester was helping out and actually introduced our new baby to us. Great organization who is screening very thoroughly. Appreciate people who give their time to finding these babies homes.

When you adopt a kitten from Rumi Ragdolls, you are getting your moneys worth--you will leave with…read moreso much more than just a kitten. I've had ragdoll cats before, but this was my first experience in getting a kitten. Sadie, the owner of Rumi Ragdolls, is phenomenal. She clearly runs this business as a labor of love. She will investigate your needs and match you up with the best cat possible. I have a 19 year old ragdoll retired breeder--Sapphire. I had to euthenize her feline friend (she had formed a massive arterial blood clot and was in terrible pain), so I had to quickly find Sapphire a new companion as ragdolls are very social animals. I knew sapphire would not do well alone during my long hours at work. Unfortunately, no retired breeders that would be a good match seemed to be available at the time. This is when I decided upon getting a kitten. It ended up being 2 kittens-they were able to play and wear each other out, and I think this worked better for Sapphire. It was challenging to find a kitten with a personality that would mesh well with a 19 year old cat, and a very energetic kitten (from a different cattery). Even with this bizarre circumstance, Sadie somehow worked her magic. Based upon my unique situation, she recommended a seal bicolor kitten who was calm, super affectionate, and seemed to have a knack for "looking after" the runts of the litter. His name is now Toven, and I cannot imagine life without him. Sadie provided me the education I needed to successfully care for a kitten, and how to successfully integrate him into my household. She made recommendations for products, food, care, and bathing. Once I got Toven and he settled in, it was very clear that Rumi Ragdolls spent a lot of time to nurture and train their kittens. Toven is very well behaved, has had no issues with the litter box, and has never damaged any furniture. When sapphire had to undergo anesthesia for a dental procedure, she was confused, terrified, and unable to walk when she got home. Toven laid down in front of her carrier and put his paw to the door to calm her down. He did this for a few hours until the effects of the anesthesia wore off. Sadie was right-he was the perfect match for my household. He did very well when my nephews were visiting, and he even did well with my brother's dog. There was some hissing at first, but Toven responded well to cuddles and reassurance. The next thing I knew, he was nose to nose with the dog, playing with his toys, and playing with the dog's tail. I was also very impressed with how well he handles grooming-he actually seems to enjoy getting a bath. He purrs during the bathing process, and he is calm and cooperative when I trim his claws. I have never seen a cat before who cooperated with getting bathed, claws trimmed, and a hygienic trim of his rear fur. Furthermore, when you purchase a kitten from Rumi Ragdolls, you have lifelong support for any issues and ongoing recommendations or education you may require to keep your kitten happy and healthy. Sadie is also happy to receive the occasional picture and keeps in touch to check on how everyone is doing. I never expected so much support or compassion in this process. He was worth every penny.

Updated review... Our seal bicolor boy, Remi was born in August 26, 2021..the "Many Mushrooms"…read morelitter. He's sweet, affectionate and extremely outgoing and friendly. He greets us at the door and is always near..following us from room to room. His confidence, gorgeous looks and extremely good litter manners show he was bred and reared with care and love by Sadie of Rumi Ragdolls. I would recommend no other breeder for anyone who wants a Ragdoll!

went to the vet for some preventative care for my 1yr old cat. she is a very anxious and easily…read morescared cat, but Dr. Bolton and the assistants were very sweet and accommodating, letting her hide in a towel during vaccines. the staff had excellent recommendations for cats' health. i will be returning when i need to! there is a sign on the front door saying please wear a mask! i wore one but not sure if it's still mandatory. i would to keep everyone safe!

I gave two stars because I do think they genuinely love cats. This is one of the most expensive…read morevets that I have ever been to. My cat was having diarrhea problems. They recommended we go through with bloodwork. The bloodwork and stool sample was almost $500. I thought that was very pricey. He just needed a diet change. Personally I won't be back just because it is important for me to feel that I'm not being taken advantage of in regards to money.

After submitting a 6 page fairly detailed, personal adoption form (asking for references, who would…read moreget the pet if I were to die, divorce, etc) I never heard anything back well over a week later. I did receive an automatic submission completed notice. Seemed unprofessional to me if they wanted to find these animals forever homes. I don't mind the thorough process to make sure the animals are homed correctly but it's unfortunate there isn't more urgency for effectiveness.

I adopted my cat Yuzu a few years ago from this rescue after finding her on petfinder. The…read morevolunteers and foster mom were super responsive and kind! I was able to meet her in person only a few days after reaching out and make my decision to adopt her! The process was super quick but not rushed, easy, and pleasant. Yuzu was healthy and happy and made herself at home with me pretty instantly. They also have a really cute facebook group where other people who adopted from the rescue can post their pets and show off how they are with their new families. Recently, Yuzu had some dental issues that prompted me to reach back out to the rescue for help with. Melissa was super responsive. She responded back from the Facebook page and truly went above and beyond! She was extremely kind and proactive as if Yuzu was her own kitty, prioritizing my voiced concerns and taking things step by step to also prioritize Yuzu's health and happiness! I can't wait for many more years with my fluffy kitty! If you're looking to adopt, the volunteers here are so responsive, kind, and truly love and care for each pet. I'm so happy I adopted from A Cat and Dogs Friend :)