RUDE!! I called asking for help for a depressed kitty that I was doing everything possible to keep…read morefrom sending her to a kill shelter. I called and left a message explaining that she was a particular kind of kitty and best suited in a home where she was the only pet. A man called me back, he didn't even bother to ask me any questions. he was clearly exasperated, in fact, he sounded almost insulted that I had even bothered to call them for help in the first place. He told me that they can't take a cat who can't be around other cats. Well, she's dead now. She got sick, so I could not, in good conscience, get rid of her, or send her to a shelter. So, I worked with her, until she could go no further. Hyperthyroidism was the disease and she did not respond well to the medication. In the end, we had to make the agonizing end of life decision for her and we let her go. Of course, she would have gotten sick, regardless of whether the shelter stepped up to help, or not, but I am still posting this because it is abundantly clear that they do not want to have to go above and beyond for the cats. They just want it to make pretend that they do.

I'm a foster for SARA. It's a small animal rescue group and I love it, a very good experience for a…read morefirst time foster. Stacey, the boss, loves what she does a d practically bends over backwards to help her fosters and adopters. We like to keep it small that way we really know the personality of all of our cats and match them up with appropriate fosters and adopters. All cats are 95$ which covers spay/neuter, micro-chipping, age-appropriate shots, FIV/FeLV testing, and any other necessary medical care completed. Food, litter, and money donations are all accepted and go directly to animal upkeep.

The ladies in the intake department did an amazing job helping me fix the problem we had. I am…read moreconfident Mayra is in good hands and beyond thankful she is safe.

Shoutout to the clinic was the easiest process to get smokey neuter was his first time going to get…read moreshots too I dropped him off around 7am got him back at 3pm same day he was very sleepy till the next morning he's back too being normal just not the biggest fan of the cone lol. 5

So latest Lloyd update. He has a ton of energy and my older cats find him annoying. So we adopted a…read morekitten about a year ago so Lloyd now has a partner in crime. I no longer have bath scrubbies, matching socks , or anything Lloyd deems his toy... I wake up at 4:30 for work and on my off days Lloyd assumes he gets fed at 4:30 so he screams till I relent and feed him. He loves being held and will lay in my arms for hours...Lloyd's foster told me it will take a special person to care for him because he needs tons of attention. He is exactly the perfect cat for us and I am pretty sure he feels the same way.

I placed an application for Three different kittens and heard the next day that my app had been…read morereviewed. The foster Mom called and we made a date to meet the next day at her place to meet the kittens. We did and they were fabulous. We however met an older cat and he was the sweetest guy you could ever meet. Lots of talk about ourselves and about animals in general. We will pick him up on the 4th and couldn't be happier. The rescue program is wonderful and the couple we adopted from are as well. They have fostered over 100 cats amazing but the love and care they provide is crucial to the welfare of their charges.

Proceed with caution. Something feels off with this organization…read more They took issue with the fact that my dog does not sleep in my bedroom, which struck me as extremely strange. Their expectations around how dogs should exist are overly rigid and disconnected from real-world pet ownership. They seem to confuse human preferences with canine behavior and fail to recognize that dogs can be healthy, secure, and well-adjusted without sharing a bedroom with their owner. Rather than focusing on whether a dog is genuinely loved, properly cared for, and well-trained, they appear to search for minor technicalities to disqualify potential adopters. That approach feels more judgmental than responsible. If you're considering adopting, I would recommend taking your time and exploring other organizations that prioritize the overall well-being of the dog over arbitrary rules. Spend your money and energy elsewhere

I have been a volunteer since SOLR began and I am very proud of this rescue. Rescue is incredibly…read moredifficult with so much work by so many behind the scenes. SOLR cares about our dogs, fosters, volunteers and adopters. It has been a privilege to see the rescue grow and be able to help so many dogs and create a community at the same time!

Ok, I'm going to start out by saying I'm not a cat lover, I like them when they are not killing all…read morethe birds and lizards in my yard and crapping all over the place. I do like them when they have a proper home and people who care about them. I went here with a friend of mine who lost his cat and wants to get another one. I was not expecting such a beautiful clean space with wonderful people taking care of these cats. It is so clean and the cats are so well cared for. The volunteers were amazing and it was a wonderful experience. My friend is hopefully going to volunteer here.

We were greeted at the door, given some instructions as to where the different kinds of cats were…read more(older, kittens, etc) and then looked around on our own. When we had questions on a certain cat, we asked a nice volunteer who gave us all the info on that cat. They were very good to walk around looking for people to help. I had been pre-approved on-line, so the check out was easy and fast. They even gave me a really nice carrier to take my new kitty home in. I am "now" a very happy cat owner "again" after being cat-less for 2 1/2 year. Thank you Hermitage for being so good to make sure the kitty and their person were going to be a good match........

I have to say that I'm puzzled by the review that described PAWSitively CATS as "depressing" with a…read morelack of space for cats and visitors. As someone who has volunteered there for over 15 years, I can attest that there are 3 separate large areas for different populations of cats (adoptable/sanctuary cats, Feline Leukemia cats, Special Needs/less than social cats) and each area typically houses between 20 and 30 felines. There are multiple rooms with screened in porches for the cats to enjoy, benches for visitors to sit on, and the only time I've seen the cats "swarm" is at the end of the day when cleaning is finished and they're expecting their treats. The post in question also claims that there is an online schedule of hours indicating that the shelter is only open to the public one day a week for 2 hours. I haven't been able to find that; instead hours are listed on Facebook as shown in the image I'm including. PAWSitively CATS is run by just a few staff members (some part time) and a few dozen dedicated volunteers. The cats are well cared for and happy.

If there was one word to describe this shelter, it would be: Depressing…read more My visit to Pawsitively Cats genuinely was an experience I never want to feel again. I am someone who ADORES cats, the type of person that will take in a stray and rearrange my whole life to care for them until their last breath. My love is so great that it pains me to see these adoptable cats living in such an uninviting space. This shelter is open to the public one day a week for TWO HOURS. I thought it was an error when I saw that schedule online, but it's true. Upon entering, the building is flooded with adoptees, and for a cat lover you'd think that'd be a dream, but instead of excitement I felt a wave of anxiety. This shelter has dim lighting that doesn't allow you to see the cats clearly, and there's no space to really connect with any of them. There didn't seem like any sort of organization to pinpoint which cat was which, and since a lot of cats do look alike, you could only hope the one you bonded with is the same one you're adopting. As I tip-toed around the cats to look at the ones in cages (for medical or behavioral purposes), I could just sense the discomfort in their eyes. Safety measures seemed nonexistent in this place; anyone could easily step on a cat's paw or trip with how many swarm around you. The worst part was when I had a tour of a backroom where countless cats were fighting for a spot to feel the fresh air from a screen window. It was like looking at a can of sardines; I can't imagine any cat could present their best selves under these circumstances. Not only is there an extremely limited window to visit this shelter, but when you do, it makes you feel unhappy being there. You'll feel just as cramped and exposed as these poor babies.This situation could be the incentive for more people to adopt here, but I don't think that's fair on either side. The cats don't have any room to get to know their future owner, nor will they behave calmly when they're fighting for the spotlight. As for visitors, they'll feel more inclined to rescue the cats out of pity more than genuine connection. I wouldn't recommend anyone coming here, but then again, I almost wish you do come to decrease the population inside the shelter. I advise those who run Pawsitively Cats to work on expanding their business; a huge reconstruction of the place so there's more room for cats to live comfortably side-by-side. I am aware that there may be financial concerns involving this, so in that case, I'd suggest relocating these cats somewhere that can better cater to their needs. I'd rather that than have those innocent fur babies trapped in a dark and bleak shelter any longer. I understand that this shelter was built out of love for animals, I truly do, but for the sake of their wellbeing, Pawsitively Cats must improve. If not, people will not be inclined to help out, and the cats will be in no state to become someone's lifelong friend.

I purchased Bagheera, an 11 year old Shire mare who was sold to me as "bomb proof". I paid what I…read morefeel is an extreme amount for a horse than turned out to be green and very unused to more advanced riding. She's scared of dogs, cars, trucks, mud, etc. She has zero knowledge on leg commands and does not know how to move her rear. Anytime someone puts leg pressure she begins to act out by throwing her head. If you use your boot heels lightly or have light spurs on and gently use them to get her attention, she rears and kicks. In thick brush of a creek bed she began to buck and kick about 6 feet into the air because of the brush hitting her (at least that's what I think happened because there wasn't any other issue I could see). She bucked and kicked quite a ways and rubbed me against a tree where I lost a stirrup and went down. I'm a widow who lost my husband in January. I have two teenage boys who are terrified of being orphaned. My son now has ptsd from seeing her come out of the thicket kicking about 6 feet into the air (his words) without me and having to run to find me thinking I was gone too. They knew my story and sold me a green inappropriately handled mare anyway. I gave them a chance to make the situation right but all they offered was to bring her back on my dime and get no refund. When I declined because my boys were attached to her already (this was before she went rodeo on me) I asked about a second at a discount price. That way I wouldn't feel taken advantage of with what I paid. Thus far they've declined. This doesn't even cover the fact that there's a good chance she has cushings because she's lactating NOR the fact that I asked for a vet health check and all they did was a coggins test and lied about getting a vet health clearance. So I have one mare I'm going to have to spend a lot of money on testing her for hormone issues, plus have to spend months for a professional trainer. I purchased my second from another place in hopes of more honesty and professionalism. I do not recommend.

This place is amazing. Great for children and all ages. Francesca and the whole family are…read morefriendly and love what they do. What can be better than helping people with their wedding and saving horses, a pair made to fit. Lots of amazing horses for all levels. Friendly horses who just want to love on you. Great carriage rides, amazing sunsets and great venue not only for weddings but for all events plus they cater home cooked amazing food to fill your belly. Love Horses come adopt one, they rescue and re-train all their horses and they find amazing homes for them. They rock, give them a call you will not be disappointed, remember to take a carriage ride

Held a presentation for our homeschool group and did an amazing job! It was very educational and…read moreinformative for the kids of all ages. They especially enjoyed the chance to touch and hold some of the animals at the end. Highly recommended!!

From the owner: Southern Arizona Reptile Rescue & Education is Tucson's only licensed Reptile Rescue. We are a…read morerecognized 501c3 Non-profit organization. We offer not only reptile adoptions and surrenders, but we have developed a stem-based educational program for schools. We are available for STEM Night events, Community events and Reptile Adventure Birthday Parties. Need a Professional Working Reptile and Wrangler? Look no further!

Our health and living space made us give up our pet cat of 8 years. It was a hard thing to do for…read moremy wife and I. I read every review of every shelter in Tucson before driving to Hope. Although it was beyond hours, Susan greeted us, answered questions, and, in reality, comforted both of us. She also offered any help she could give to our situation. Indecision kept us busy for two more weeks, but decision made, we called her. She and a volunteer came on a Sunday and collected our surplus and our cat, taking time from her weekend to let us say goodbye, assuring his care, and thanking us for the privilege of being able to help. Fantastic, caring organization. We are indepted, and will be in their support list for a long time. If you are searching for a new furry friend, give them a call. You'll leave with a good feeling of meeting the people as well as the friend I hope you'll meet there and bring home.

Two years ago we were looking for a new pup and finally found Hope in Tucson. A wonderful…read moreorganization, they called and said they were rescuing a mom and 3 pups and thought either the Mom or one of the pups was what we were looking for. We got to visit the Mom and pups at her wonderful foster home and picked out our girl pup. The foster home was incredible and we love our dog so much. This is a wonderful organization to support. Alison