About a month ago my boyfriend and I were walking by the adoptions at the Porter Ranch petco. I told him I always get sad seeing all the animals that need a home and went to go put some money in the donation box. We decided to take a look at all the dogs and cats there and then we saw her! In the corner was the most calm, beautiful, quiet cream colored chihuahua, like totally just chilling. Whilst all the other animals were excited and being uber cute she was just napping. Something about this dog just clicked for us. We asked about the adoption process and were given a business card, a brief rundown, and told to email. We couldn't get this dog out of our minds and emailed later that night. The adoption form was really long and detailed and after completing it we were told we were a god match. We were told we could pick up *our* dog at the next weeks adoption fair. We were also told the items we need to get (food, crate, leash/harness/tags, etc). The next weekend came and we were so excited. We went to go pick up our dog and were given her vet records (complete w/ updated shots), and some complementary treats for her. The adoption donation/fee was $250 and honestly this dog is worth a million times that. She is the most cuddly, sweetest, floppy ear-Ed charmer ever. You can tell she is totally excited to have a happy loving home (we were told she was with them 2+ years after being abandoned). The more she is with us the more comfortable she gets. Sooooooo in love! read more

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Zero stars!! AVOID AVOID AVOID!! Any negative review is all they truly deserve and any favorable review is most likely fake or one of the employees posing as a happy customer. Yes I was rejected from adopting a cat because I had a 9-5 day job. When I calmly replied that I didn't agree with their process and felt it unfair- they wrote back a few times in a most unprofessional (and, honestly, nasty) manner. They are more likely a scam than to be trusted. Trust me! read more

Awful response time (if any) and ask you to fill out this hour-long form just to deny you because you work a 9-5. Apparently being away from the cat for 8 hours is nearly close to abuse according to this company. I have my doubts about the legitimacy of this place and would like to pose this question: How on earth am I supposed to afford a luxurious life for my cat if I don't go to work? I don't recommend this place to anyone. They're clearly incompetent. read more

I was looking to add a new kitty to my home to be a companion to the cat that I already have (that I previously adopted from the LA shelter). So I applied to FHPR to adopt a cat, and my application was denied for no reason at all, despite me being a perfectly good cat owner. While the official reason stated in the rejection email was that "your application does not represent the best home/situation for CAT NAME", the rescue did not make any attempts to help me find another cat that would be a "better fit". I regret spending the hour+ to fill out the lengthy application, only to be denied with a boilerplate rejection email with no specific reason. Looking at other reviews that had the same experience as I did, it sounds like this "rescue" does not actually want to adopt out cats. Perhaps someone at the "rescue" is trying to use their non-profit status to circumvent LA county rules and horde cats. Lesson learned - will be looking to adopt from the shelter, or just buy one from a breeder from now on. read more

These guys don't actually care about giving homes to animals. I've owned 3 cats in my life, two of them being strays, and they all died of old age. I've fostered kittens before to help out adoption centers in times of need...and these guys rejected my application for a single cat. They don't give a reason and "reserve the right" not to tell you why. It's a joke. They don't even suggest another animal if they think the specific one you are requesting isn't the best fit. Look elsewhere, there are better care centers that actually consider and ask questions to the would-be owner. read more

I adopted a very badly abused 6 month old pitbull mix from them 5 years ago. She had lived through extensive head trauma, and lost her eye. I wanted to help. When I got her she smelled horrible, from the inside out. She was afraid of everyone!! It took a lot of work to help her relax and learn to trust. She was my second dog. I also have a 10 year old paraplegic French bulldog (at the time 5 years old). My rescue pit, Taco, is a beautiful loving amazing little girl. But she was always a handful. My life revolved around her needs. She was very HIGH strung and had unpredictable behavior. About a year in, completely out of the blue, she attacked my paraplegic. It was the most traumatic thing to experience. I was inconsolable. But luckily I was there to break it up right away. It was not her character trait to be "aggressive". I of course reached out to the charity as it's in their contract to take her back if there's a problem. I needed support and wasn't sure what to do. They told me to separate them for a bit and rub lavender oil on her . Over the next few years it happened 4 more times. Every time it had happened I reached out for help. At one point they sent me a "behavioralist", who came and told me she's frustrated and to play tug with her, and have her bark etc. to move through the anxiety. Meanwhile my poor handicapped dog has had her ear canal punctured repeatedly, and almost died. Each time I'm left with endless vet bills etc. I had also spoken with other behavioralist s who told me "this is not a training thing, you're basically waiting for her to kill your other dog". I had taken taco to get Prozac, cbd, every natural option out there. I had lived my life constantly keeping a watchful eye on them, keeping them separated. The times I felt I couldn't do it anymore, the charity told me she'll live the rest of her life in a cage! So of course I kept trying. The last straw was when I moved from my house to an apartment, I was walking taco for 5 miles a day...and it was so stressful bc she would lunge at every dog, motorcycle, skateboard. Then she attacked my now 10 year old paraplegic 2 days in a row. It had never happened that close together before. I reached out to them once again, clearly beyond distraught. They asked me for a write up on her to help list her. I also put it on my social media. I told the charity I was so afraid they were going to leave her in a cage, they replied with pictures of a nice yard. Then a friend from my social media reached out. Her family was willing to take her, so I decided that could be a fit, as she had spent a week with them before while I was away. I called the charitys "behavioralist" to go and access how they would be as a fit. I also stressed to the family at great length, the risk that taco presents, seeing as they have a dog. Instead of the behavioralist explaining how to avoid conflict and manage her anxiety, he told them that it wouldn't ever happen again. The attacks where bc of me and my energy. He also told the family that it wouldn't happen, it was just me. They believed him. And of course, taco attacked their larger pitbull. Both dogs ended up in the emergency room. It's been 5 weeks since they have had her, and 4 brutal dog fights have happened. The new family also began reaching out to this charity. They once again sent their behavioralist, now saying it's bc I gave her such a stressful life, despite my other dogs being perfectly happy and flourishing even while handicapped. He offered the same "tools", play tug etc. Days later, another unexpected attack. The family decided they are no longer able to care for her and aren't getting a response from the charity, they asked me to reach out. So I did, the "president" went on to say that she had found a home for taco and I backed out previously, so she'll be in a kennel until they find a good home. But I had never been told they had a home or backed out. She sent 2 screenshots as if they are to look like one conversation. The first one is a text communication I had, where I'm asked to make sure they won't lock her in a cage, to which they sent pics of a nice yard. (See photo for rest of review) read more

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Unlike some whining Yelpers, we had a great experience with Forever Home Pet Rescue - South. Yes, SOUTH. They operate the adoptions from a Petco in Long Beach over by El Dorado Park. Gloria handled our application over email and did it in one day. They next day was a Saturday and we met our new cat - a 9 month old long hair mix who has been re-named Odin. He is silver blue with gold eyes. Right now, he is a total lap cat until he gets used to the house environment. The donation was $150 and we were given his full vet records, including neutering and microchip registration. He was in a foster home for some time while they assured themselves of his health since he was reportedly picked up as a stray and was about to be euthanized when rescued. Many other people were picking up their new adoptees that morning. One person drove from Santa Cruz the night before to adopt a beautiful 4 year old Norwegian Forest cat. Forever Home Pet Rescue is doing a great job and should be respected for their commitment to saving animals that thoughtless people have abandoned in many instances. The self-centered Yelpers who gave one star reviews because they did not get instant gratification from their emails are the kinds of people who should not adopt a pet. Yelpers who gave indignant one star reviews because the rescue folks didn't like the potential home environment, should just move on with their 'TUDES. Alternatively, these whining Yelpers should be euthanized for being hyper-critical of volunteers. Here is Odin after 7 months of loving care, http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/forever-home-pet-rescue-castaic?select=7pqKvmQAo7Cs6QZnb-wEqA \ read more

Forever Home Pet Rescue - Odin - 9 months old. He needed a quiet environment and a warm lap to sit in. - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Castaic, California

So I have mixed thoughts here. On one hand: I love the kitten I adopted dearly and I can't imagine life without her. On the other hand, I was told she was healthy at the time of adoption. She was... not. She was badly underweight and had a truly horrific case of lungworm; upon seeing her x-rays, her vet wasn't sure she'd make it. When I emailed for previous medical records, FHPR (South) asked if I had sought a second opinion and that she wasn't underweight, she was just small. At the time, she had seen an ER vet, her regular vet and an internist, all of whom agreed she had barely any lung function. While she had insurance, it wouldn't cover treatments because the condition showed up on her first post-adoption exam (so it was pre-existing). The good news: six months later, she's been treated and is a happy, healthy, bouncy cat. (Also not small; once healthy, she grew into 9.5 lbs of lean, mean cardboard biting machine.) The bad news: I wasn't really expecting to adopt a kitten with 3k of medical bills in the first six months? So, wouldn't trade the cat for the world, but I wouldn't go back to the rescue. read more

Forever Home Pet Rescue - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Castaic, California

Our application to adopt a pet was denied. I should have read these reviews before applying! This cannot be a legit organization. We could not be more qualified to adopt a cat! Stay away from this place!! read more

Like many other reviewers, I too was denied an application with the same vague email as to why we were denied. I'm not sure what the goal of this rescue is. I completely understand wanting to vet people and wanting to make sure the animals will go to a good home, but perhaps they have taken it too far? Like others, we were disappointed, but I mostly feel sad for the kitten that lost out on having a wonderful and loving home with our family due to the misguided belief and entitlement of the people running this "rescue". I'm sure that we will find another kitten at a shelter, the question is...will the animals at this rescue ever be allowed to have a loving home? read more

Read some other reviews before trying to adopt from this shelter. They absolutely suck. They denied my application, without any explanation. I tried to email again, and tried to reason and provide them with more info, no more response. In the meantime it's been almost 4 weeks since I submitted my application, and the poor kitten is still listed as available. It seems like they're using their non-profit status as a license to discriminate. Not interested in finding a forever home to their pets, just casting judgement on the applicants based on the information on the application. Not even trying to have a phone call, or a house visit. In the meantime, I have adopted a kitten from a different shelter. He is a cute, happy little guy, and he is thriving. I have no idea why they seemed our family not worthy of a kitten. read more

Forever Home Pet Rescue - My little baby (NOT from this shelter) - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Castaic, California

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They were very helpful in finding the best cat for our home and used good safety precautions during the pandemic.

I don't know what kind of scam this organization is running, but it is definitely not in the business of finding homes for animals. As all of the other reviews stated, we were denied adopting two sibling cats for no reason, we have a history of pet ownership (even ones with special needs) and got virtually no response to my repeated attempts at contact. Don't waste your time with this organization, check out Zazzy Cats if you're looking for a responsive, loving, actual charity organization that are dedicated to finding homes to animals in need. read more

I should have looked this company up! I applied for a dog named Darwin which I found through Petfinder. The application was dreadful long, but I understand they want to make sure the dog is going to a good home. That being said, I was quick to get a rejection email from them. I have sent them multiple emails asking what was wrong with my application, and no response. Truly, this company does not care about helping these animals. read more

I applied to Forever Home Pet Rescue in Long Beach to adopt a cat. They have a very long application with questions that could happen, but rarely would and frankly some of them could lead anyone to the wrong conclusion, They never reached out to me for an interview nor my veterinarian. I was just told that I was not a fit. Just a little background on me - I raised two Siamese from kittens until they were 17 years old. One of them had an inoperable tumor (it wrapped itself around her urethra) and the other passed away six months later from what I believe was depression about losing her companion. I spent a total of about $4,000 taking them to different vets to make what was left of their life as comfortable as I could. I do not regret spending that money as it got me an extended month to spend with each of them (I would do it again). All my friends agree that I am very good to my pets (even my fish who all have names). read more

I dont want to seem mean for writing against a nonprofit organization but i am so fed up with them! they say the poor animals need a home asap but the put you through hell just to get one. I went into petsmart with my little one on Sunday to adopt a little kitty. We were both so excited and fell in love with mr frito hes such an adorable little guy hes about 2 years old, he seem to have liked us as well hes such a sweetheart!. so the lady had me fill out this long application like i was applying for an executive job and than she started interviewing me so i answered her questions. So after the interview she said that she would EMAIL me ( i was thinking lady are you kidding me? cant you pick up the phone and at least tell me you are going to reject my application? better yet just tell me now!) to let me know if i am approved (approved? wtf is this a credit application?). She said that i would hear from them by Tuesday which is today and the day is almost up. my son has been asking me about mr frito, when is he going to come home? I got all attached to this little guy and no one has the common courtesy to let me know if i should let him out of my heart and move on or not. so no stars for them!!! read more

My girlfriend and I were excited to adopt a pair of cats from this agency. After spending an exorbitant amount of time filling out this lengthy email(which is understandable for a proper vetting process)we waited for about a week to only receive what appeared to be an automated message letting us know that we were rejected. The email did not explicitly tell us why exactly we were being rejected, only that there could be a number of reasons that were listed and none of which applied to us. I have grown up with cats my entire life and know a thing or two about taking care of them and I know our home situation would have been perfect. It seems very suspicious to me that these people don't seem to want to actually help these poor cats out. read more

I applied to adopt a Kitty from this foundation. I'm 55 years old no children live alone with my 3 other cats indoor only. My cats were all rescues, found on street and different places. I have 5 cat towers and a 2 bedroom comfy home. My pets are my babies I have had them last 19 years. Owned many different types of pets my entirelife.. After filling out an extremely lengthy adoption application for this Kitty I wanted, (took me about 45 minutes to complete). It took almost 3 weeks for them to respond. I received an email telling me that my home was not the best situation for the cat's name. I just don't understand any of these adoption agencies Who have animals in Foster homes and are looking for forever loving homes for them. Reading other reviews about this particular agency it's been more rejections than exceptions. They do not explain WHY I was rejected. That's just shady to me. My adoption application was perfect. They put you through so much red tape and time consuming forms, and questions. Then you have to wait 2 or 3 weeks only to be rejected with NO reason why. I will be going to my local animal shelter or humane society or buy from a breeder from now on. read more

It was Christmas time and I was on the race to get the perfect toy for my niece. I had been looking for a dog for quite some time and had even went through some heartbreak regarding fake breeders online. I somehow ended up in Porter Ranch. I saw the dog adoption and figured in couldn't hurt to take a look. They pulled him out for me and I played with him for a little while. I totally fell head over heels in love. I decided to go do my shopping at the store and to see how I felt after. I came back and still felt for him. I went and did more shopping and came back. That went on and then I realize that I was shopping just so I can see the dog after. I asked the lady how I go about adopting him. She told me that I had to fill out an application. Which was long. But I understood that they just wanted to find the right match. I received an email saying that everything was good pending the home check. They came a couple of days before Christmas and we received an all good on our home check and our little guy was able to stay with us that night. Needless to say we haven't spent a night away from each other since. :) As Stacia mentions Foreverhome is ran completely by volunteers. Jennifer who is the head of the organization works tirelessly for the animals. After adopting my little Elton I have discovered a whole new love for dogs. I wish I could be there for animals like Jennifer is. Even years after I have adopted Elton I still go to her with questions. Which she answers promptly and pleasantly. As long as Jennifer is running things. Foreverhome is the only rescue that I will adopt from. I know that she truly cares about the animals and only wants the best for them. Think about it this way. If Jennifer was driving and decided not to stop and catch a stray dog running around. I wouldn't have my son. Thank you Jennifer for stopping. read more

Forever Home Pet Rescue - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Castaic, California

Thank you for your obvious lack of an in-depth review of my application and wonderful follow up with any questions you may have about my application. I really don't think your email could have been more vague. I have attached a few articles your overzealous FHPR board of directors my want to peruse. It is a shame that you have declared my family unfit to adopt a cat from your organization. Our dogs are a brother and sister team that we adopted from the German Shepherd Society and they live like royalty. I have rescued and adopted many animals over the years, including a squirrel who was in a litter too large for his mother to care for. Our 3 year old cat, Stella, is both an indoor and outdoor cat, I know what a shock! Yes, cats can actually go outside and be happy. She comes in and out of the dog door as she sees fit. Approximately 1.4 million cats are euthanized each year, but my application doesn't warrant a follow up phone call or even an email for clarification. However, your organization and many others like you feel fine about whining about donations and needing foster homes for your animals. Shame on you! I will be another person going to a breeder to get a new member of our family. read more

My husband and I had been searching for a Wheaton Terrier dog for a few months, and we saw two possibilities at the Foreverhome website. We drove out to Porter Ranch to meet them at the FH adoption event at Petco and met Jennifer, the founder of FH, and Vanessa, a dedicated volunteer. Jennifer was great! She informed us of each dog's temperament, and she advised us to focus more on the one who was better suited for our lifestyle. We immediately fell in love with Lucca (formerly Scooby) when he was introduced to us and decided we wanted him. However, as first time dog owners, we needed lots of guidance on what we would need. Vanessa graciously offered to help us choose the accessories, supplies, food, etc. to get started. She even walked through the Petco with us helping us pick out the goods. We purchased everything on pure faith because we had not been approved yet. The application is very thorough and thoughtful. After it was completed and submitted, Jennifer was very responsive, and we corresponded back and forth via e-mail for a couple of days to discuss the home check (we submitted pictures), crating, training, etc. Two days after we got the approval from Foreverhome, we very excitedly met Vanessa to adopt Lucca! Vanessa was flexible with timing and location of the transfer, and we were given a new dog instruction/guidance booklet, collar with tag, microchip, and certs of rabies vacc/sterility. The entire process was very seamless, and we got Lucca in less than one week. After 6 months with Lucca, we are still in touch with Vanessa to give her updates, share pics of Lucca's "firsts" and training progress. We also continue to get her input and guidance. There have been some bumps in the road with separation anxiety and leash aggression issues, but we are working with a trainer and making slow but steady progress. Lucca has brought us so much joy and laughter that we have absolutely no regrets. We would definitely adopt a pup from Foreverhome again when/if we consider adding to our family. read more

Forever Home Pet Rescue - Forever Home Pet Rescue - Lucca at the Santa Monica bluffs. - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Castaic, California

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Listen to prior reviewers- sketchy organization. I wanted to meet a cat, left 3 voicemails, sent emails though both Petfinder & AdoptaPet- no response. Makes you wonder why they are not REALLY trying to adopt out their animals. Look elsewhere for your furbaby. read more

Yep all the other reviews are correct, go somewhere else. We were denied adoption and no reason was given. We both work from home indefinitely and live in a house with a yard and all. We are active people and would take her on walks but I just don't know what their problem was. read more

I applied to Forever Home Pet Rescue to adopt a brother & sister kittens, and I filled out their huge long applications... and like other reviewers have experienced, without reaching out to speak to me, or see my home, or anything else... they sent me a really horrible response from their Board to deny my adoption application and said I should just go to my local animal shelter! Really?! I'm a senior who had lost my two lovely and beloved Siamese kitties after 13 years last year, and I was heartbroken. They were the most loved cats... and I was finally ready to bring new kitties into my life again. But this pet rescue, without even speaking to me to get a sense of my lovely home I would provide, or the love & care I would provide... just sent me a condescending email. Is it because I'm a senior? Or an Asian? Or I live in a senior mobile home park community (I have a lovely brand new manufactured home)? The kittens were still available two weeks later... they clearly are not looking for homes for them. Do NOT use this very discriminatory Pet Rescue! They made me feel that I was not worthy to adopt any cat other than those in a shelter! I have had many cats in my adult life, most of which had lived to ripe old age of 15 or 16 (including my last two, who lived to be 15). I have bottled fed kittens, rescued kitties, and always loved my cats. Avoid this Forever Home Pet Rescue!! read more

Foreverhome is great. Much like many rescues in the LA area, these people are volunteers who dedicate a shocking amount of time and energy into helping the helpless animals. The head organizer of Foreverhome works pretty much 24/7 (again, as a VOLUNTEER!), fostering, spaying/neutering, setting up adoptions, organizing charity events, going into bushes at 3 am to rescue abandoned kittens and then get them vet care, etc etc etc. So anyone who makes complaints against her or her organization causes me to scratch my head. She's not fast enough?? Umm, she works tirelessly with only a tiny "staff" of fellow volunteers to help her. She's too thorough? Umm, that's a BAD thing? It's not just about "getting rid" of the dogs that are being fostered....it's about finding a good match so that the dog doesn't have to be put BACK into a rescue group later, causing more trauma on the poor pooch. Would you want a rescue group that put a fear-aggressive dog into a family with young children? Or gave a pooch to people who avoided filling out the proper paperwork so they could use the dog for dog-fight-training?? If you apply for adoption with any of the reputable LA groups, you'll have to fill out lots of paperwork and pass a home check. When we met with several groups to try and find a match for our house, which included our alpha, "not-very-dog-friendly," pup, some rescues just tried to "pawn off" any and every dog onto us. Foreverhome was GREAT about pre-screening their dogs to make sure they weren't wasting our time with other alphas, etc, and then when we weren't able to find a match with any of their dogs, they kept in touch and even forwarded our application info onto other groups (with our permission), trying to find us a match. My husband and I had a GREAT experience with Foreverhome and would recommend them to anyone. read more

I have nothing but positive things to say about Foreverhome Pet Rescue. Last year, we were searching for a second dog to adopt, and, to our good fortune, we found Foreverhome. I e-mailed Jennifer, the head of the rescue organization, to inquire about a few prospective dogs whom I had seen through Petfinder.com. She immediately e-mailed me back, and proceeded to write a descriptive bio on each of the dogs I was inquiring about - so incredibly helpful to me since we were looking for the right dog who fit well within our family of two kids and one older, alpha dog. She also sent along a long application for me to complete to ensure that we were the right candidates for adoption. I didn't mind filling out the lengthy application at all because we, too, wanted to do whatever we could to ensure that the dog we chose was the best fit for our family. I also understand the need for a this application considering all of the animal abuses cases out there right now; Foreverhome wants to protect all of their beloved dogs from any possible negative situation, rightfully so. In addition, they have this application process to weed out any dogs from certain candidates because they might not be the best fit for that candidate - i.e. a dog who sheds a lot shouldn't be placed with someone who has allergies, or a large, active dog shouldn't be placed with someone who doesn't have access to a big yard...all of these considerations should be taken in when adopting an animal/family member, and I appreciate Foreverhome for taking the extra step to ensure the best match-up. Because of Jen's e-mail that included very thorough descriptions of each of the dogs I was inquiring about, I was able to narrow down our search, and after our application was approved, Jen and I proceeded to schedule a meeting of two prospective dogs at an upcoming Petco adoption event. This is where we met our guy, Gus, formerly Vegas. We have had Augustus for well over a year now, and couldn't be happier. He is a joy to our family, and we are lucky to have him. We are forever grateful to Foreverhome for the tireless volunteer work that they do for these sweet, innocent, rescue dogs, who happened to have been given a bad rap in life, but now so deserve a good future in a loving home. I should also mention that, before anything was finalized, Jen and one of her assistants brought Gus over for a home check, and to ensure that he got along well with our kids and our other dog. We were grateful that they took the time to do this for all involved. read more

These guys are a scam. I have raised cats and I am a huge animal lover. They said I wasn't a fit and suggested that I look at adopting from a high kill shelter without even talking to me first. You can't get to know someone by asking questions on a online application. I just found a similar site that was a total scam. They just changed the name. Report these guys. I am. read more

My husband and I were foster parents for ForeverHome before we moved out of SoCal. It was a really great experience! They really care about the dogs and helped us with our foster when he had medical issues (figuring out his allergies) and behavioral issues (jumping problem). They also had a trainer come and help with the introductions with my two resident dogs which was a huge help!! I've fostered for other rescues since then that do not put in that much work to ensure a good foster fit. I would highly recommend the rescue, they work very hard to ensure the best success for their pups. read more

The first thing I should have done was read the reviews of this 'rescue' group. Like others I was given a vague rejection and then turned away by claiming that I should just adopt from a local shelter. The twisted irony was that the kitty I was looking at was rescued from a high kill shelter and yet I was not 'fit' enough to even get an interview despite the fact my job is working animals. read more

We have known Jen for several years. Three of our cats have been rescues from their agency. Jen and the volunteers at Forever Home Pet Rescue work tirelessly to find the right homes for dogs and cats from all backgrounds. These wonderful people work around the clock and have devoted their lives to saving as many animals as possible. In order to adopt our first cat, someone from the agency actually came to our house and checked out the living conditions. Our application was thoroughly reviewed and processed(Which took some time). However, with so many dogs and cats going to abusive homes today, only to be returned to the shelters, discarded in the streets or used as bait dogs, thank goodness Forever Home Pet Rescue takes the time to carefully monitor which applicants are appropriate for adopting a cat or dog. Keep up the good work Jen! Barbara read more

My family has always had animals. We lost our black English lab a couple years ago due to age and had recently adopted an orange tabby. I came across a smaller dog through Forever Home Pet Rescue and submitted an in-depth adoption application. I then went to Porter Ranch Petco to meet the dog and talk further about compatibility concerns with our cat. Jennifer and Vanessa really know the temperaments of all their rescues. I was comfortable that Italy, the dog I wanted to adopt, would be a good fit with our cat--they are about the same size. After the home inspection, we arranged for delivery. Italy arrived freshly groomed with her latest vet record. We bonded immediately and the cat has adjusted to our growing family. Italy and I vsiit Jen and the gang on Saturdays at Petco whenever we can. Italy remains very fond of her rescuers! I have since adopted another incredible dog from Forever Home Pet Rescue. She's much larger, but is a big love and gentle with all the smaller critters. Again, Jennifer went the extra mile preparing Sapphire for her new family. She brought Sapphire to live at her own home for a week as a transition. Sapphire arrived freshly groomed with her vet record, a loaner crate, blanket, collar and leash, as well. Everyone is thriving and we love to visit Jen, Vanessa, and the other wonderful volunteers on Saturdays at Porter Ranch Petco. Thank you for the extraordinary time and money you invest in caring for these animals and ensuring they are placed in loving forever homes! read more

Forever Home Pet Rescue - Italy and Sapphire napping together. :) Thank you, Forever Home Pet Rescue! - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Castaic, California

In October 2015 after losing my kitten who I rescued at 3 weeks after being thrown out like trash by a neighbor into the alley at 9 weeks, we were completely heart broken, even our older cat Salem would look around for her baby sister, at time me and my ex decided we'd look for a new kitten as we saw how much Salem really needed a buddy, that's where we saw Poe, his little face is something I will forever remember and I knew he was meant to be ours, I quickly put in the application which was quite lengthy and very intrusive (which I get they want to make sure their babies are going to a good home). About a week later to my surprise I get an email asking us to go in to Unleashed on Redondo in Long Beach, and we quickly got in the car and headed there to meet Poe. It was love at first sight, we knew he was perfect for us, we got to meet his amazing foster mom Kristy, and she said a few other couples had gone to meet Poe, but she instantly saw the connection he had with us. An hour later we were taking our new furbaby home! Since then there's been a few changes, but Poe has been living with me since 2016, he is my little partner in crime, and loves to dote on his siblings Salem and Alister, without Forever Home Rescue South, I would have never met the most loving and wonderful cat a girl could ask for, I'm forever grateful to them and his foster mom! read more

We applied to adopt a pair of bonded kittens. We went through a lengthy application and openly described our home and the fact that our last two rescue cats lift until 17 and 25 years of age. We even provided our vet information, who has remark what a loving home we give our animals. I am a physician and my wife a student counselor. We are normally the ideals for adoptive parents for Rescue Pets. Get this organization rejected our application, and does not return our phone calls. They have six kittens in this litter oh, and we were willing to take two of them because our last Kitty passed away. I do not understand this organization, and if they truly cared for animals they would look carefully at homes like ours and place the ones they have so they can continue to rescue more. They talk about how they are volunteers, and I am deeply grateful to people who save animals, but turning away extremely qualified applicants goes against the very mission they are trying to achieve. Shockingly arrogant! read more

I had a similar experience with foreverhome in Porter Ranch - with a dog my wife and I fell in love with. We spent an hour playing and cuddling with her outside of Petco and the volunteer taking care of her seemed happy with us too. I filled out the "are you good enough for us" application, including personal references, everything but social security number and drug test. Told her about our kids and she emailed to set up a home check - we were so excited to get to that point and that the kids could meet the dog. The night before Christmas Eve she called and said she would come over and we thought the home visit went well. She looked the house over up and down and stayed for almost 2 hours. About an hour ago (Christmas Day) after trying to contact her by phone and email a couple times, we got the answer - something about our kids - and we think it may be because they are on the autistic spectrum - the volunteer and my wife had a conversation about it at the home inspection. We are really shocked as our kids are gentle and got along really well with her. We feel that they were discriminated against because they are not "typical" - and we were told that the dog gets along very well with kids... Our house is roomy and clean, in a suburb and the only problem is that the board of directors (?) felt that the kids would be "too much" for the dog The dog was 10 times more hyper than either of our kids and they were saying that they were falling in love with her - literally - and that they really hoped she would come back to visit. We are SO turned off of rescues now. Cannot take that kind of judgment and discrimination again.. read more

I love the reply that forever home pet rescue left to my review. As of today, 06/29/21012, the puppy I inquired to is still available for adoption, after 3 months. Either the problem is with the people who try to adopt from their organization or the agency. I believe it's the latter. read more

Forever Home Pet Rescue is the best out there. Jennifer, the founder, and Vanessa, her" right hand" volunteer always do what's best for the animals, not the person. They found Spicoli and Milo, my "two boys", for me, both terrier mixes. They made sure their temperments were well matched, not just to each other, but to me and the townhouse we live in. Their application process and home check is time consuming, but necessary to make sure everyone, two-legged and four-legged is happy. Jennifer and Vanessa want to find the right match between the pet and their "forever home", not just place an animal to get rid of it. It is worth the wait!!! Because of their hard work and dedication we are enjoying life and all living happily together. read more

My kids and I fell in love with a dog named Mozart. When we saw him at Petco in Porter Ranch we were told that he was $250.00, I filled out the online application and we anxiously awaited an answer. After we found out our application was approved, we were told he was $300.00. I reminded the person that we were quoted $250.00 but were told because I mentioned this that my application would be re-evaluted. This person also complained about all the money they have put into this dog out of their pockets. I guess they were trying to recovery their costs through my adoption. I just wanted what was fair...the dog at the price I was told he cost. Then a couple of days later we were told we had been denied that they thought the situation was not best for the dog. Let me tell you, we are a very loving family and HUGE dog lovers and we were all feeling very warm in our hearts when we thought Mozart was coming home with us. We have never rescued a dog before and that too made us feel good. This entire experience has put such a bad taste in my mouth for "dog rescuers". I really hope they are all not like this one. This poor dog could have had a really great and loving home. I dont believe that is what really matters most to these people. My suggestion.....move on and find your dog somewhere else. read more