We had an amazing experience with the Lucky Puppy Rescue. We adopted Kasey from them on 12/31/20…read moreand we have been very happy with how the adoption process went as well as how well the dogs were loved. This rescue truly does love their dogs and wants them to go to the best home they could possibly go to. They are very good with quick responses and phone calls. We are so happy to have found them and next time we will likely use them again.

From the owner: Lucky Puppy’s NY adoption center finds homes for our lucky puppies rescued, vetted and…read morerehabilitated in FL. Our NY team works hard to know each and every dog and match them with not just a home, but the best forever home. If you’re interested in adopting, please help us get to know you. Fill out an application from our website to start the adoption process!

We rescued a handsome weirdo from The Franklin County Humane Society in St. Albans. He's a soft…read morespooning purring loving lightsaber of happiness and playfulness. I don't know who's more happier to have him in our home! He's pysched! We are pysched! When he came to us his name was Leo and it rhymed too much with my darling Theo, so I changed it to Sun Ra Skywalker. But lately we've just been calling him Hey! But seriously, his name is Sun Ra Skywalker on paper. Also if anyone is looking to adopt a cat or dog I recommend The Franklin County Humane society in St. Albans. Sweet animals and sweet people.

Smelly, happy cats or clean, depressed cats? I choose the former…read more The first thing you notice when you open the door to FCHS is the smell. It smells, well, like an animal shelter: wet cat food and litter, mostly. Then you notice how you feel kind of cramped and crowded, especially if there are other people in the main entry way, along with 3 or 4 cat and rabbit cages. But the very friendly staff will invite you right into the kitty room in the back, and, if you are a cat lover, you will be fine. I came to see about volunteering here and maybe getting a pet cat for my future puppy. (I want to volunteer at a shelter to assuage my guilt about getting our puppy form a private breeder. Pleade don't judge! I feel bad enough already, and it wasn't really up to me...) I was, at first, put off by the smell and pretty much decided I would be volunteering at the much cleaner, larger HS in South Burlington. But then... I spent an hour in the cat room, where almost all the cats roam free and have lots of toys to play with and things to climb, and I realized: hey, these cats a *happy*!! (Unlike the ones I saw in S. Burlington.) Cooler yet: they have a cat flap in their window so they can go outside into a large, outdoor cage in the front of the building. No wonder they are so happy! So I just squat in the middle of the room, tap my fingers on the floor, and see who comes. I spent time with the curious, bold guys who approached me, and then I went around the room and looked at each cat who was too shy, lazy, or disinterested to come up to me. Then I went back to the middle of the room and tapped the floor to see who would come back to me. One particular cat did, and then she refused to leave me for the rest of my time there! It might be love... One of the other visitors -- a 3-year-old boy and his mom -- apparently come just about every day! He and his mom know some of the cats by names, have favorites, and can tell you a little bit about some of them. I like that this shelter is open like that , to people who may not even be considering adopting a pet, but just want to spend time with the animals. I also love that you can really interact with each cat to learn about their personality. One disadvantage of the community kitty room is that you don't know which cat is which, and so if a particular kitty begins to follow you around and you realize the love is mutual, you have to wait until the staff is off the phone to find out its name and history. (Compare this to S. Burlington, where every cat is identified and described by the card on his cage -- but you will have to take the staff's word on their personality, because you have no meaningful opportunity to interact with the bored/depressed, cooped-up cats there. ALso, if you want to pet the cat, you have to wait until a staff person is off the phone so they can take the cat to meet you in a designated petting zone in the very distracting office area. And the cats seem so stressed that their personalities don't have a chance to shine through.) I decided to apply to volunteer, and probably get my future puppy's cat, here because (1) I really liked the staff person there (they were nice at S. Burlington, too, but I felt like here was someone I could really connect with), (2) the cats here are really happy and well socialized, (3) they seem to have fewer resources than the one in S. Burlington and probably need more help, and (4) I really really want to help them with that smell problem.

We were denied for a puppy after applying and meeting requirements, and the puppy never made it to…read morethe event as it was still in Louissiana. This is less than ideal, especially for families with children. They try to adopt dogs/puppies to families that meet the ideal conditions. That said, most people and dogs don't meet that criteria and need some wiggle room. So if a dog, or even a 2 month puppy, has a behavioural issue, they try to find a situational adopter around that issue. This is problematic IMO as the actual issue doesn't get addressed, and there is a high chance that the issue can and will come up later, leaving the adopter and dog/puppy in a "bad" situation. This doesn't set anyone up for success, the puppy/dog or potential future owner. This is an organisational and/or resource issue. My advice, if you want to adopt from this org, is to apply as a single person with no pets.

I have adopted 2 dogs from this group over the years. They are thorough and careful about their…read moreadoptions...a well thought out process including a detailed questionnaire, contact with your vet if you have or have had other pets, and a meet and greet (for our 1st dog but not the 2nd-Covid) with our dog already at home. Our dog came along on our visit/pickup and they couldn't have gotten along any better. Everyone went their way satisfied that Bertie was going to have a fabulous life and she has and the two dogs are still best buddies. our second dog was a pick up at a rest stop due to Covid. They had me on file so they already knew us so to speak. Max is a loving dog and loves his people. He loves his cat and dog family members as well. The other thing that I should mention is that both dogs came to us healthy and well socialized. I don't believe either experience could have gone any better.

I adopted a beautiful dachshund from them in 2012, Ollie was with me until he passed away at over…read more15 years old. This animal shelter is all about the animals. The people were super, the facility so clean, & the animals well taken care of, the adoption process was great. I would highly recommend them and hope they get the funds to continually keep this beautiful facility open.

My wife and I had this humane society neuter one of our dogs. They had the best price on the…read moreprocedure. I wish they opened a little bit earlier in the morning, but they were willing to keep our dog there until my wife got out of work and was able to pick him up. They are also very willing to help with lost animals.

I would rate lower than 1 if I could. the staff is rude, salon staff is rude as well. The store is…read morecrowded with frieght that you cannot get to the items you might need. If you ask for help they treat you as if your taking time away from them and your a huge inconvenience. Please people do not shop at this store and PLEASE do not take your pets there for grooming. Totally inappropriate behaviors from the staff. Actually I felt unsafe being in the store the way I was spoken to.

You know, it's really my fault for trying to go here since I had a piss poor experience last time,…read morebut I thought after two whole years they might be better. The groomer didn't even attempt to cut my dog's nails. She came out shedding, looking, and smelling the same as when she came in. They call a CHIHUAHUA a "flat face dog" and thus refuse to dry her. She came out basically freshly wet. I just got home and brushed her and the brush is full of hair. Believe all of the reviews and do NOT go here. There's a reason they have all of these slots available and South Burlington has none open for weeks. DO NOT GO HERE FOR GROOMING. This store needs to be shut down.

My name is Laurie Wheeler, I have been told you have my Chihuahua Peanut, She will be 13 in Nov…read more She has apparently escaped from My Ex- husbands house as she has been looking for me. I would like to thank the person who found my little girl, I have been homeless since Dec. as Peanut and 2 other dogs of mine were with me. My grand daughter has been so upset since she found out about Peanut, So Peanut will be going home with my grand daughter tomorrow. Thank you again for reaching out and finding Peanuts home. I'm trying to find a new place so that I and my 3 or 4 of my dogs will have another place to live. I have 3. as well, and it's time for a new home. Once again Thank you. Laurie

I love Windham Humane Society. They have been there during the sad times when I had to put my cats…read moredown and they've been there through the good times when I just need the clinic and don't make me feel bad that I don't have a lot of money and can't afford some things and they're very helpful that way. I also think it's nice that they give away food and litter I don't know what we do without them

Volunteers are amazing The owner of the rescue is not open to professional opinions. Talks about…read morebeing a team, but is dismissive of trained advice. We came onboard as experienced fosters and trainers/ behaviorists for a litter of puppies. It was chaotic from beginning to end. I'm hoping it was a one off. Brigitte is not accepting of any advice or respectful of others knowledge, doing what's best for her rather than the puppies. Understanding the big picture is extremely important and she doesn't get that, nor was willing to consider any opinion that didn't fit her narrative. Perhaps she's better with older dogs/proper placement and should stay away from puppies. She also overdoses on worming meds for puppies. 2 doses within a week and wanting a third dose in the 2nd week. Twice in transferring puppies she used volunteer drivers who did not have adequate ways to transport. Puppies riding unsecured is unsafe for the driver, the puppy and others on the road. It's hard to write a negative review of a rescue because it's hard work, but in my case this was a negative experience.

My experience with VT Dog Rescue has been anything but positive. Throughout the process, it has…read morebeen an emotional roller coaster, and is a ride I am so thankful to have gotten off. It all began 12 weeks ago, when we originally filled out their extremely lengthy application, which asks very personal and intrusive questions, and even went as far as asking us who would care for the dog if we died from Covid. I understand the need for dog rescues to be thorough with the applications to ensure the dogs be placed in the absolute perfect home, but their screening process and grilling of their applicants are preventing dogs from going to good homes. After filling out the application, I found it odd we never received any sort of confirmation or correspondence that the application was even received. The original dog we were interested in and whose name we had put on the application had been adopted, so I sent an e-mail with another dog's name who we would like to learn more about. I never received a response from my e-mail, and did not receive any communication from them until about the 6 week mark. At that time, an email was sent, stating that our application was under review and they will begin processing it and contact the vet of a previous dog. Days pass, and we hear nothing. I finally received an e-mail that said they had concerns with our vet history. After that was cleared up, they moved on to the personal references. Again, days pass and we hear nothing. I would send e-mails asking for updates and get no response. Then we get an email saying our references were fine and we would need to fill out yet another application. She asked for us to fill the application out how we would answer it, and how our children's grandmother would respond since she occasionally stays at the house and watches our two children. Weeks pass, no communication. Finally, I call them, and she tells me that my application was dismissed because they didn't feel enough information was given on my children's grandmother and how she would feel about caring for both children and a new puppy . Did they communicate to tell me that not enough information was given- No- of course not - just decided to throw out the application and not respond to my e-mails. On the phone I explained to her that my work schedule had changed and my mother-in-law was no longer at the house watching the children and they would soon be back at school. She said that changes things and they would reactivate my application. Then I received multiple e-mails grilling me about my work schedule stating that my 5 hour work schedule was too long for a dog to be home by itself, so I assured her my husband would come home from lunch and walk the dog daily. Now they were finally ready to show us a dog. We got to pick our top five dogs, and was set up with our top choice! We were so excited! Finally, I thought things were looking better, and all of this was going to be worth the wait. But little did I know, what I was about to experience was the biggest drop in our roller coaster ride of emotions. After the visit with the dog, late that night we receive an e-mail that said we need to discuss the visit. I called her first thing in the morning and waited all day for her to return my call. She finally calls, and said we could not get the dog or any dog from them because my daughter appeared "fearful" of the dog and it would not be a good fit. I think it is unfair to determine if we are a good fit based on a 20 minute meet and greet in the pouring rain. I am sure my daughter is not the only child who is a little nervous about meeting a new dog for the first time. We have taught our children to not run to dogs and give them big hugs. We have told them to ask before petting a new dog and make sure it is safe. I think my daughter's actions were appropriate under the circumstances especially due to the fact my husband was bit by a dog whose owners told us he was friendly and okay to pet. Since then our children always ask if a dog is friendly. My daughter did not run away, hide, or cry, but rather just ask questions making sure it was safe. She even brought a ball for the dog to play with. After we left, we went to the pet store to get everything we would need, and my daughter picked out a butterfly toy and a purple bone for the dog because the foster mom had said she likes butterflies and bones. Myself, and the kids are very disappointed and heartbroken. We have a large fenced in yard, a home with plenty of neighborhood dogs to play with, and huge hearts looking for a dog to love. I apologize for the long review, but I don't want another family to have to go through what we went through. So unless, you don't mind waiting 3+months for a dog, don't mind a rigorous screening process, don't mind ignored e-mails, work less than 4 hours a day, and have children that run up to strange dogs and snuggle them, I suggest you look elsewhere!!

Jason helped me out when I was in a real jam. I had 2 days to find someone to feed and entertain my…read morerabbits after a friend bailed on me right before a weekend trip. Even though he'd never cared for rabbits before, Jason seemed like a natural. He came over to meet the buns, asked a lot of questions and spent some time getting to know them. I trusted him right away and the bunnies did too. He did a great job taking care of them while I was away, and the picture texts of the bunnies eating really set me at ease. I highly recommend Jason's Pet Care - I will certainly be using his services again!

Any chance I could give Jason more than 5 stars? We had to call on him at the last minute, two days…read morebefore a long weekend out of town and he was amazing! I knew he would be the guy when he walked in for the interview and immediately got down on our dog's level and introduced himself to Bruiser first. Over the course of the weekend he took Bruise on several hour-long walks, always showing him the kind of attention that we do ourselves. I have complete trust in Jason and we will definitely call on him again!

This is one of the cleaner animal shelters I have been too, but there are some rules. (Be sure to…read moresign in; no fingers in the cages; only one community cat room per day; no, you may not see the dogs downstairs!) It is probably clean because there are lots of rules . But I felt like I was about to get in trouble at any minute with the staff, who were very polite and even friendly...but firm. I came to see about volunteering and eventually getting a cat for my pet puppy, who I plan to get in December. (I am looking to volunteer at an animal shelter to assuage my guilt about getting a dog from a breeder, even though that was not entirely up to me.) ( Please don't judge: I feel badly enough already...) Single cat cages line the main room -- but don't put your finger in! If you want to see one of those cats, ask the staff and they will carry kitty to a penned-off section in the office area, where the fax and printer and phones will freak out kitty so that she cannot pay attention to you. Now, I am used to being loved by animals. I have been called the "Cat Whisperer" by friends and family. But all 4 kitties that I spent time with in The Cage in The Office (2 adults, 2 kittens) ignored me completely because they were either focused on trying to escape (I'm like, "look, buddy! I am your best hope for escape!) or were too freaked out by the office machines to notice me. However, once the cats were back in their cages in the front room, they looked at me adoringly and were begging me to pet them -- pawing the cage, rolling on their backs, pleading with their eyes. But, of course, you can't pet them once they are in their cages. The dog viewing room was completely empty except for one dog who, according to the sign on his door, does not get along with all other dogs. All the other dogs were downstairs, where you are not allowed to go. (I guess you have to make prior arrangements) You can, however, view them from above through a window on the main floor. It is not a very informative view. Generally, it is a nice facility. The staff is obliging and polite. However, I just felt the animals were unhappy. The cats and the one dog, anyway. (Compare this to the Humane Society in St. Albans, which reeked to high heaven when I was there of cat food and kitty litter -- but man, those were some sweet, happy cats! And a few volunteers were walking around the grounds with some dogs, and you were allowed to pet them. Not so rule-oriented...) I plan to volunteer at St. Albans. I'll get used to the smell, do may part to alleviate it, and won't have to worry about getting in trouble with The Rules.

Jess the director will blame everyone else but her staff for her staff's rude, incompetent,…read moreunprofessional behavior towards people and potential adopters and and those people who have reported staff members and write poor reviews are being asked by Jess and the adoption manager to not come to the shelter anymore!!!! Instead of firing the staff or trying to make someone's time spent their more comfort she blames the reporter!!! Lots have poor reviews have been made by lots of people about the way the staff and management treats the animals and people who come to look!!!!

It's been a month since we got our Milo from Purr Vibes Cattery. The kitten is absolutely…read moredelightful. Incredibly playful and full of energy, he has the perfect balance of curiosity and snuggles, and my older cat loves him.

From the owner: At Purr Vibes, we don’t just raise cats — we raise companions, soulmates, and lifelong family…read moremembers. What sets us apart? Home-Raised with Heart Every kitten is raised underfoot in our home — not in cages — surrounded by love, children, and everyday life. This creates confident, affectionate cats ready to thrive in yours. Champion Bloodlines Our Abyssinians come from award-winning lineage, combining ancient beauty with modern health and temperament. Health & Integrity First All kittens are CFA registered, health-tested, fully vaccinated, and raised in a stress-free environment — because your future family member deserves the best start in life. Personalized Support for Life Adoption doesn’t end at pickup. We guide you every step of the way — before, during, and long after your kitten comes home. Nationwide Delivery, Boutique Care Whether you’re nearby or across the country, our kittens arrive safely — and full of purrs. We’re not a kitten mill. We’re a mission-driven, boutique cattery for people who want more than a pet — they want a purring partner raised with love, purpose, and soul.