Vicky is the best for matching you with the perfect rescue, Vicky provides all the training if…read moreneeded and goes beyond the health and loving care for all her rescues. I highly recommend her if you are looking to adopt a rescue dog or help with fostering.

I'm writing this as someone who was introduced to Vickie through our trusted vet, and worked with…read moreher in a personal one-on-one training setting for my beloved dog. I have zero to gain from this review, I just felt compelled to offer some clarity, after stumbling upon a few Yelp reviews that mischaracterize both Vickie and the mission of Eloise Rescue. It's easy to make assumptions without knowing the full picture--but I can say with confidence that this rescue is run with the utmost heart, integrity, and care. Yes, Eloise Rescue charges a $700 adoption fee, and yes, you can adopt a dog at a shelter for $50 with a free vet visit. But that lower price does not equate to greater altruism. At a shelter, you often don't know whether a dog is good with children, other animals, or how they'll behave in a home environment. Nor is the true health status of the dog always known, and the quality of the free vet care may vary significantly. With Eloise Rescue, every dog is temperament-tested before adoption to ensure they are safe and a good fit for their future family--whether that family includes kids, pets, or seniors. No dog is adopted out in under two weeks. That time is used to observe the dog, treat any medical or behavioral issues, and prepare them for success in their new home. Each dog receives a full blood panel, vaccinations, spay or neuter if needed, preventative treatments (for issues like giardia and kennel cough which many dogs leave the shelter with), and a full grooming. The rescue doesn't rely on donated food, either. Instead, food is purchased based on each dog's individual health needs prescribed by experts in veterinary medicine and holistic animal nutrition. When dogs are placed in foster care, everything is provided--from toys and treats to crates, belly bands, bowls, and more. The only thing asked of fosters is their time and love. Yes, adopters are also required to attend 7 group training classes--not as a money-making endeavor, but because Vickie wants to ensure dogs and families are set up to thrive. As a highly sought-after private trainer, Vickie could easily focus on more lucrative one-on-one sessions. Instead, she chooses to offer these group classes to her rescue families so she can stay connected during the critical first weeks, help troubleshoot any early challenges, and make sure both the dog and adopter are adjusting well. It's about long-term success, not short-term profit. In talking with Vickie, I learned that since founding Eloise Rescue nearly 40 years ago, only 13 dogs have ever been returned. That's nearly unheard of when it comes to other rescues and shelters. And Vickie remains in touch with 90% of her adopters for the life of the dog--a testament to her unwavering commitment and the relationships she builds. Vickie's dedication to animal welfare is truly extraordinary. Every decision she makes is rooted in compassion and a deep sense of responsibility. She pours her heart into Eloise Rescue--never for recognition or praise, but because she truly believes every dog deserves a loving, safe home. Vickie goes above and beyond, often taking in dogs others have turned away, paying out of pocket for care, and providing each animal with dignity and individualized attention. I share all of this, purely because I believe Vickie is one of the most genuine, honest, and kind-hearted people I have ever met, and that any dog who is fortunate enough to be rescued by or gets to train with Vickie has won the dog-life-lottery. If a negative review exists, I can only assume it stems from a misunderstanding--or perhaps disappointment from someone who did not meet the thoughtful, high standards set for adoption. The only misfortune here is that Eloise Rescue doesn't receive more charitable support and the visibility it deserves, because if it did, Vickie would have the ability expand her altruistic work with Eloise Rescue even further.

This place REALLY cares about which cats go to where. I got my cat (named Captain when I adopted…read moreand now named Doc) after going over there for a few days. They talked to me and figured out my personal life and then suggested cats that they thought would fit in. Doc has become the perfect friend. And I can't thank them enough for helping me. UPDATE: also got another cat named Marty and we have been a family for over 5 years!

adopted my sweet baby boy from here a couple of years ago!! i met with his foster mom, met my baby…read moreboy and then it was instant love!! his foster mom informed me of the process on how to adopt him. as soon as he went to perry's place, i went there to spend some more time with him then took him home the same day! the process was smooth and the lady helping me was kind. she even showed us some other cats and kittens. when i came to perry's place, my boy cat was having an allergic reaction (nothing serious, just red patch of skin with fur missing in between his shoulder blades on his back), and the staff here informed me of it and pointed it out to me before i signed anything. they showed me the medical history and on it, they noted the flea medication that was used that caused this. i was super grateful for this since now i know which flea medication to not use and i was grateful it was brought to my attention when i was there still and before i signed anything/paid. i recommend adopting from here. whole process was smooth and all the cats are so cute.

We just adopted our precious girl Daisy (formerly Cinnamon) and we are so in love with her. Vivian…read morewas amazing, kind and compassionate from the moment we met her. She stayed in constant communication with us and made the entire process so easy. Lisa was so kind to us, inviting us over to her house for our dog to meet her new sister. I never thought that my heart would feel whole again after our spaniel passed away but Daisy has brought a new joy to our house and our hearts are so full. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. I will recommend this rescue to everyone looking for a new best friend.

We have been working with Big Love for a little over a year now fostering doggos! We love working…read morewith them and Lisa and the entire Big Love team are so wonderful to work with. They clearly care and are always there when we need help with the foster pups! Please adopt with Big Love!

We adopted a dog from the shelter, and she is the sweetest little girl we could have ever hoped…read morefor. Thank you so much to the shelter for the quick help and smooth paperwork process. The total cost was only $48. She has been renamed Luna, and she is now a full and beloved member of our family.We always together sleep, cooking, go to store and always she fallow me my sweetheart We absolutely adore her to the moon and back

I was looking to adopt a kitten so I showed up to their kitten fair, which had been advertised for…read moreweeks on their website. When I arrived the person at the front desk told me the kitten fair had been cancelled. I decided to take a look at the cats they had. They only had three cats available. The first two cats were older and didn't seem too social. The third cat I saw, Sammy, was very energetic and playful. Sammy was a 9 month old black cat that was apparently dropped off by his owner, alongside his siblings. I went to the front desk and asked about the adoption process, which was fairly simple and easy. I spent $115 to adopt him. I changed his name from Sammy to Pluto. Me and Pluto have been together for a month and I'm very happy that I adopted him, although he can be a handful at times. He's extremely curious and loves to cuddle in bed and watch tv with me.

My heart is broken following the loss of founder Laura Dash. She has rescued over 5,000 dogs since…read moreits inception. So glad to hear her legacy will continue on with the new director. Amazing work with dogs.

I found my cute pug at this place. the feeling of rescuing a dog is amazing. Laura and Laurette…read morewill make sure the dog is going to a good family. Forever grateful to Them. adopting is way better than buying.

We've been taking our pup to vanderpump dogs for the vanderpuff haircut for years. Our pup is a…read morerescue and isn't always great with strangers but we always trust the staff at vanderpump and they do an amazing job Prices are pretty similar to other groomers but the profits go to help the rescue doggies in need which makes it even better

I appreciate when celebrities use their status to advocate for a worthy cause. Case in point: Lisa…read moreVanderpump established The Vanderpump Dog Foundation to rescue dogs in China from the Yulin Dog Meat Festival. The foundation also encourages more humane treatment for dogs worldwide and also assists dogs domestically. As part of this initiative, she opened the Vanderpump Dog Rescue & Retail center in Los Angeles. 100% of proceeds from sales & adoptions go to the foundation. They also offer grooming services. A few years ago, a friend of mine adopted a dog from here - a beautiful tripod chihuahua mix. She was happy with the adoption process and loves her little princess. I was having dinner next door and stopped in to check the store out. As expected, the place is meticulously perfect and the décor is bougie with lots of cute plush dog toys & merch. Off to the side is a section where the fur babies that are up for adoption reside in posh play pens with white picket fences. There is also a nice area on the rooftop where potential adopters can spend quality time with their future fur baby. The staff here are very friendly, and I got to meet one of the pups named Meatball as he was on his way out for a walk. Thank you LVP for your dedication to helping our furry friends. *Metered street parking

My boyfriend and I went to the cafe together and had such a great time! The kitties were playful,…read morefood/drinks were good, the service was impeccable, super friendly, and the cafe itself was so warm and cozy. Such a great experience!

cute cats, nice home for them, pleasant host, reasonable price to hang around cats I can't yet…read moreafford to house.

You can immediately tell that this adoption center truly prioritizes the safety, health, and well…read morebeing of their animals over anything els, even money. that's honestly so rare and really refreshing to see. they're very strict about their process, which i actually really appreciated. before you can even view the kittens or other animals, you have to fill out a form. they want to make sure every animal goes to a safe, loving, and responsible home. most animal shelters don't do this so i really appreciate it. the whole place felt clean, calm, and well cared for, and the animals all seemed happy and properly looked after. the staff was also super kind and made sure we took our time looking at the kittens. overall, it just feels like a place that genuinely cares. if you're looking to adopt, this is exactly the kind of environment you'd want. responsible, thoughtful, and focused on what's best for the animals.

We had a very disappointing experience at Pet Orphans of Southern California. We adopted a dog…read morethrough spcaLA and were referred there for his neuter procedure, which was required as part of the adoption agreement. The issues began at drop-off. I arrived on time at 8:30 a.m., but there was a long line of owners and dogs waiting outside. Many of the dogs appeared to be puppies, fosters, or newly adopted pets still adjusting and difficult to manage. I waited approximately 20 minutes while trying to control my 65-pound dog. When I reached the front, staff said they had no record of our appointment and asked, in an unprofessional manner, whether I had completed the intake form that was supposedly emailed to me. I had never received it. I was then handed paperwork to complete on-site while continuing to manage my dog in a crowded environment. On the form, I disclosed that my dog had been experiencing chronic diarrhea since being picked up as a stray, that we were actively working with our veterinarian to identify the cause, and that our veterinarian had cleared him for surgery. Staff then told me they would not proceed if he had diarrhea. I explained that this condition predated the adoption, that the neuter was required by the shelter, and that we had already obtained veterinary clearance. Staff repeatedly went back and forth between me and the veterinarian before eventually presenting a high-risk consent form. The communication around this was especially concerning. When the form was presented, I was told that by signing it, I was accepting that if anything happened to my dog, it would be my fault. I understand that additional risks can exist, but this was handled in a dismissive and inappropriate manner. If the clinic had sent the intake paperwork in advance or reviewed the medical concerns beforehand, this could have been addressed prior to my driving an hour from West Adams to Van Nuys with a dog who does not travel well. I was also disappointed that additional charges were presented for items such as an e-collar, pain medication, and IV fluids. For a required adoption procedure, these added costs felt excessive. Pick-up was similarly poor. When my dog was returned, a staff member commented, "Make sure to take care of the diarrhea because he still has it," despite our earlier detailed discussion of the condition and treatment plan. While loading him into the car, I noticed feces on his cone, tail, and legs. This suggested he had soiled himself and had not been adequately cleaned before discharge, which was both upsetting and concerning from a sanitation and post-operative care standpoint. Overall, this experience reflected poor communication, lack of professionalism, and inadequate attention to patient care. I would not return to Pet Orphans of Southern California and would not recommend this clinic to others. I also plan to share this experience with spcaLA so they are aware of the concerns regarding this referral partnership.

I will be forever grateful to Wagmor pets for my gorgeous little daughter Hope. They made the…read moreadoption process so easy and stress free. You can tell that all of the pups are well taken care of and loved very much. I'm so happy I found Wagmor pets and highly recommend them if you are looking to make an addition to your family that you'll never regret. Below is a current photo my beautiful little fur baby....now 8 months old.

I don't like leaving reviews that are bad, but whenever it's bad it's my duty. This is an…read moreexperience I had first hand of dropping off a dog. My nephew bought the dog. I happen to take him to take the dog back. I am not speaking hearsay it's first hand experience. Just to make it right I would like to be clear.. STAY AWAY FROM HERE .. This is not a rescue they're #scammers they lied about their refund policy after a wrongful placement of the dog " Pip" after the first few days of the dog being placed in the home , the home owner and myself came to the conclusion "Pip" wouldn't be a good fit and required more attention and would need a home were the pet could get love, care, and attention that the animal and owner both deserve. I went with my nephew inside #Wagmor MYSELF and seen nothing but unprofessionalism and disorganization. Me and my nephew and asked for a receipt after we dropped off "Pip" and they wouldn't even write it manually on a piece of paper. The representative told us that owner would be back Tuesday and she will provide a full refund of $1,500.10 But that never happened.. A lot back and forth texting without proper communication between the traction after the return. So again just google Wagmor Pets.. wait again I got you. Wagmor Pets, a Studio City-based dog rescue popular with Hollywood celebrities, has faced intense criticism and accusations of being a "scam" following investigative reports exposing unethical sourcing, high adoption fees, and ties to commercial breeders. While the organization operates legally as a non-profit, critics and former employees allege that it functions more like a commercial pet store than a traditional rescue.Public allegations and media coverage highlight several key reasons for these scam accusations:1. Sourcing from Backyard Breeders and Puppy MillsPaid Transactions: A Los Angeles Times investigation revealed that Wagmor sourced highly desirable designer puppies directly from local backyard breeders and individuals with accidental litters.The "Puppy Pipeline": Critics allege Wagmor operates an underground pipeline, transporting high-demand breeds from commercial Midwest puppy mills and advertising them on social media as "rescues".Incentivizing Overproduction: By paying breeders or middleman brokers for these puppies, critics argue Wagmor keeps puppy mills in business rather than reducing the homeless pet population.2. Exorbitant "Rescue" FeesPremium Pricing: Adopters have reported paying extreme adoption fees--often ranging from $1,000 to $1,800 or more per puppy. #STAYAWAYFROMHERE not very honest here If you want to help an animal go to your local shelter . That was my first and last time going there and I hope this helps the next person. #BeBetter

One of my favorite hikes in LA. Super easy parking, picnic tables with a view, relatively easy hike…read morealso. Great views of the valley.

A very pleasant hiking experience with clean trails, amazing views, and friendly people. The trails…read moreare maintained by Tree People organization volunteers