What a wonderful group of people at Lhasa Happy Homes! We adopted our Shih Tzu, Presley, from them last month and were so pleased with the process (and the outcome of course)! The adoption event is held every two weeks at a convenient location, everyone is friendly but no-pressure, and communication from Randee was prompt and helpful. I also so much appreciated working with our doggie's foster dad, who went above and beyond to provide us with information and the chance to spend time with Presley before making a final decision. And of course, we are so happy with Presley! He is the perfect dog for our family, and I'm so grateful to have found him through this caring, devoted organization. It is clear they treat all their doggies with kindness and respect. Thank you Lhasa Happy Homes! read more

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My family & I had a wonderful experience adopting a Lhasa Apso-Shih Tzu mix. He was clean, up to date on all his vaccines, neutered, potty trained & extremely sweet. Randee was very kind & helpful during the whole adoption process & ensuring our family was right for him. Wonderful dog Rescue & loved to hear they have rescued thousands of sweet pups! read more

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We are so thankful for Lhasa Happy Homes rescue. Randee and her foster team are amazing. We had the privilege to meet the foster mom too! We felt the love and compassion they give to the dogs. They are such a caring staff, with excellent communication; and we appreciate their process to ensure a good match both ways. It was smooth and thorough all throughout. Everything they described about sweet Lilli is exactly how she is and we can tell she was well cared for; we are so grateful to continue the love and care to her as her new and Furever family. I highly recommend this rescue, they work so hard and give so much unconditional love; we experienced it firsthand. Thank you so so much! You made our Christmas wish come true for our family! read more

Lhasa Happy Homes - So in love with our newly adopted furbaby!! Best Christmas gift to our family! - Pet Adoption Near Me - Santa Monica , California

Opie has found his forever home!!! I am so thankful for Lhasa Happy Homes and their love and dedication to finding FOREVER HOMES for the dogs that have found their way to their care. I worked with Randee and Deanna, both were kind, helpful and dedicated to finding the RIGHT home for each dog. I found Obie, now Opie, on their website and attended their adoption day in Santa Monica on July 13, 2025. There was about 10-12 dogs looking for their forever homes. Many families attended the bi-monthly event and it looked like several dogs had families who were very interested in adoption. There was about 4-5 Lhasa Happy Homes caregivers/employees who were available to provide information for each available dog. They answered all my questions and had a few of their own. Opie is a chill floppy Shih Tzu who has blended in PERFECTLY with our family. He has a new BFF named Lola who is very excited to have a playmate and someone to show him the ropes. They get along very well. Thank you Lhasa Hapoy Homes. I am forever grateful that you chose ME from the 67 inquiries to entrust Opie with my care and love... and his FOREVER HOME! read more

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I originally inquired about another dog at this rescue that I found via Petfinder. I had very specific needs in a pet, and the rescue head felt the dog I asked about would not be a good fit. After a bit of emailing she recommended a different dog in her care. She put me in contact with the dog's foster. The foster and I chatted via phone and text for a bit about the dog. As I am in Ventura County, I sent a video of my home and yard. We arranged to meet at a park in Santa Monica. My family and I drove down, met the dog and visited for about an hour. We decided to adopt and went to the rescue head's home for paperwork and to pay the fee. I say all that because some people might not understand the process of adopting from a rescue. As for the dog: it was a wonderful match! She was initially not happy to be leaving the foster she knew for two months, but within a few days we figured out our routine. There were a few potty accidents along the way, but that's to be expected. My vet gave her a clean bill of health! I've had her five weeks now, and she has pretty much come out of her shell and shown us the amazing lady she is. Great small dog rescue. read more

Lhasa happy homes made our dreams come true!!! Our entire adoption experience was a breeze--from the time we applied online (their website is so informative, easy to navigate, application was easy to fill out) to the adoption event where we met our future fur baby (in Santa Monica, street parking and after the meet and greet, we walked across the street for some yummy brunch at a cafe), through the next few weeks of waiting because she had to be quarantined in case of kennel cough & she had some tummy issues from spending time in the shelter (in which Randee, the founder, was the sweetest and updated us on how she's doing the entire time ) and to the day that we finally got to take her home--Randee made the entire process so enjoyable and stress-free! We haven't had a dog in a decade and she answered all our silly questions and gave us helpful advice in a neatly arranged adoption packet! She even included her own doggie food slow cooker recipe in that packet that I will definitely try to make. You can seriously tell that this rescue does this out of pure love and intense hope that they will find the right kind of people for the dogs to find their forever homes. We initially applied for another dog, but found out he wasn't going to do well in a house without another dog for company. We were sad at first but Randee worked her magic and matched us with Betty. She ended up truly being the perfect dog for our young family! Thank you for finding Betty and for taking care of her and dotting the i's and crossing the t's by getting her physical exam, giving her flea meds, keeping her vaccines updated, making sure she's spayed, and basically starting us off for success as pet parents! Thank youuu so much Randee and Lhasa Happy Homes! read more

Lhasa Happy Homes - Taking Betty home - Pet Adoption Near Me - Santa Monica , California

This is the best rescue in Los Angeles. Randee cares DEEPLY about the dogs and only saves those that were neglected by others. She fights harder than anybody in the community. The dogs are also ALL such wonderful and beautiful pups. I adopted my soul dog from Lhasa Happy Homes fifteen years ago and this dog literally saved my life. 10/10 would recommend!! read more

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All my life I've had a love for Lhasa Apso's and Shih Tzu's. I had contacted Randee years ago and found her to be obnoxiously rude, and didn't pursue an Adoption with her. Years later, I wanted to adopt and Lhasa Happy Homes seemed like the best source for my breeds. I applied to adopt a Shih Tzu and was very rudely denied, before I ever got to meet the dog, or Randee meet me. I'm an ideal parent and she woulnd't even consider me. I work in a pet store, I live 2 blocks from the store, I only leave for 4 hours and go home on breaks to check on the dogs. I have a long history of dog ownership, both Lhasa's and Shih Tzu's. What more could she want? She wouldn't even talk with me, or visit my home. Randee is a downright obnoxious, rude, control freak. I don't recommend anyone waste their time with this "fill in the blank" read more

Randee is an amazing person. We could tell that her main concern are the dogs. She wants to make sure they are placed with the right family that will love & care for them FOREVER. This was our first pet adoption and she responded to us within 48 hours after the submission of our application. We were not left wondering if our application was reviewed unlike other adoption places. We understood wholeheartedly & respected her selection process for the right family. This was a great first experience for us and we were blessed to adopt 2 loving dogs that were truly meant for us. We will definitely adopt from Randee again and have recommended her to our friends and family that are true dog lovers. Thank you Randee & Leah for granting us with these 2 addition to our family read more

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A Few Things to Know About This Rescue I want to share my experience with this rescue and provide some insights for anyone considering adopting from them. While I respect their mission to help animals, there are several concerns worth mentioning: 1. Unreasonable Social Media Policy: My adoption application was rejected because I replied to a story on their official Instagram account that they reposted from a foster family. This was labeled as "inappropriate," but in 2024, social media is a normal way to connect. Responding to a public story is not disrespectful or intrusive--it's how people communicate today. To reject someone over this feels extreme and unfair, especially since I did nothing wrong or against their stated policies. Strict and Unreasonable Requirements: If you're not 35+ years old with a large house and yard, you'll likely be rejected. This rescue seems to cater exclusively to affluent individuals with specific living conditions such as having kids (what if I never wants to have kids and want to be a child free??), making it nearly impossible for apartment dwellers, child free people, or younger (35 and below) individuals to be approved. Subjective and Picky Decisimaking: The rescue owner has full control over the adoption process, and if there's something she doesn't like about you--whether it's your job, lifestyle, or even how you look--you'll likely be rejected with vague explanations like, "We don't think this is the best fit." You're left guessing what went wrong, which is both disheartening and frustrating. At adoption events, the shelter owner also can be dismissive and rude, particularly if you don't fit her narrow criteria. She will be acting like you don't exist when you're trying to start a friendly conversation with her. The tone is clear: if you're not wealthy with a huge backyard, you're not worth her time. 5. Breed Monopolization: This rescue seems to dominate the adoption process for specific breeds like Shih Tzus in the Los Angeles area. They pull these dogs from local government shelters, which means if you're looking for this breed, you're forced to go through them. Unfortunately, their overly strict policies make it nearly impossible for most people to adopt. This breed is incredibly popular, and it's clear that the rescue feels entitled to pick and choose among the "best of the best" adopters, without any concern that the dog might not be adopted. Because these dogs are small, cute, and in high demand, the rescue exercises an unnecessary level of control, choosing families rather than using a fair process like a random draw, as most normal shelters do when they receive multiple applications for the same dog. The owner aggressive responses to these reviews show she doesn't care to listen, change, improve, or be more open-minded or cooperative with potential adopters. If you think I'm exaggerating, go ahead and attend one of their events or email the rescue yourself--you'll see firsthand that everything I've said is absolutely true. Numerous Yelp and Google reviews echo these concerns, and the owner's aggressive responses show no interest in improving. Their process feels more like gatekeeping than finding loving homes. We went to Pasadena Humane and was able to adopt Shih Tzu same day as we came without any problems. Go there instead. Out of my love for animals, I'll give them 3 stars for saving dogs, but my personal rating is zero. Unless you fit their standard of a wealthy family with kids and a big house, save yourself the time and frustration. read more

Randee and the team are simply amazing. I have developed a relationship with Randee over the last few months because of our mutual love of Shih Tzu's and Lhasa Apsao's. Her passion and care for the dogs that she rescues is fantastic. I drove to Santa Monica from the Bay Area as I fell in love with many of her rescues and adopted sweet Abby. It is so wonderful to be part of this great rescue and I feel blessed to have met Randee and the team. They have been very welcoming. Randee does alot of checks on prospective adopters and was very open with me about which of her dogs would be suitable for my family and what she expects from me as an adopter. I think this is great and I love her direct and honest approach. She invests so much personal time and resources into this charity and these little dogs that she demands the best care for them- this is truly admirable! I am truly grateful for having met Randee and the lives of the dogs that she saves! read more

We adopted our boy from Lhasa Happy Homes and we're so grateful to them. The whole process was completely pain-free, we were able to meet him at their event in Santa Monica before we filed an application and Randee made sure that we were comfortable and confident every step of the way. She was very accommodating and helpful with the whole process and we couldn't recommend them more highly. read more

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There's a saying, "Rescue never sleeps," and LHH is one of those special rescues that truly embodies this. Their team is incredibly dedicated to the amazing fur babies they save. Randee not only strives to rescue as many as she can, but she also ensures that each animal has the BEST life possible. They go above and beyond to make sure the dogs don't just go to any home, but to a forever home that is the perfect fit for each individual dog. My family and I have fostered many dogs with other rescues, but recently we've had the privilege of fostering for LHH. Upon meeting Randee, it was clear how much she adores these animals and wants nothing but the best for them. She has an incredible sense of each dog's needs, and that is something you can truly trust. Anyone who has worked in rescue knows the hardships and heartbreaks that come with it--the constant challenges with animals and even the negative interactions that can arise with people. It's incredibly hard work, but the rewards are immense when you see those adorable furry faces find their forever homes. LHH's adoption events, held every other Sunday, are a great opportunity to meet their adoptable dogs and connect with their wonderful team. Foster or Adopt, and please don't shop! read more

I can't express enough the dedication and kindness RANDY has for these dogs. I lost 2 of my pets to cancer within two years of each other. They were my fur babies. I ended up getting two beautiful puppies from another place, but was so overwhelmed with their care and my limitations. Randy was so kind with advice and was willing to take one if needed to find a home. I ended up keeping both dogs, but will never forget how Randy stepped up to ensure a dog would get a home. I truly appreciate her kindness and her love for animals shines with how she conducts herself in the best interest of animals. read more

We do not have enough words to express our gratitude and appreciation for Randee, Leah, and all the wonderful volunteers at the Lhasa Happy Homes (LHH) rescue organization! We were looking for another dog companion for our beloved dog Oscar (3-year-old Shih Tzu mix) who we rescued from a local shelter. He is very sweet and affectionate, but also very passive, anxious, and shy. Oscar yearns to play with another dog, but he is very picky on who he wants to play with. We lost his older sister (a Maltese mix whom Oscar adored) earlier this year unexpectedly and we were devastated. When it was the right time, we started researching rescue organizations instead of shelters because it was our top priority to find the right fit for Oscar and where he would be able to interact with the dog. We found LHH online and was immediately drawn to their story, mission, and how thoughtful and thorough they described each of their available dog's profiles. We are also biased to Shih Tzu/Maltese/small dogs and love that LHH specializes in these breeds. At one of the LHH adoption events in Santa Monica, we met Randee and Leah who we introduced to Oscar and they listened to what type of dog we wanted for him (similar in age and size, playful, confident, and not dominant). They recommended Archer and allowed us to let the dogs interact/play in the dog park behind the event. Unfortunately, Oscar was very shy with everything going on and did not interact much with Archer. However, Oscar allowed Archer to sit next to him for us to take pictures so we took that as a good sign. We asked Randee and Leah if we could have a second visit in a quieter/less public setting to see if Oscar would feel more comfortable and then see how he does with Archer. Leah arranged for us to have them meet at Urban Dog (wonderful Dog day care/boarding facility) where Archer was staying. During this second visit, we got to know Archer further and saw his happy-go-lucky and confident personality that we knew would be a good balance for Oscar. Oscar showed us a few more signs that Archer is right for him, including sharing a tennis ball with Archer. We decided to move forward with the adoption process for Archer and we were approved to adopt him. Once we brought Archer home (we renamed him to Archie), within 5 minutes, Oscar started playing with Archie and they have been inseparable ever since! Archie and Oscar are the best of friends and Archie perfectly complements Oscar and brings Oscar out of his shell. We also noticed right away how well-behaved Archie is, from almost potty trained to walking well on a leash and listening to basic commands (sit, wait, and come). This is a true testament to how well the LHH team takes care of their rescue dogs, and absolutely prepares them for their best life in their future furever home! Archie is the perfect fit for our household and we love him very much! And it's also truly amazing how we have become part of the LHH family and we love to share updates on Archie and Oscar with Randee and Leah, and then see our photos posted (along with all the other LHH grads) on Instagram! We are honored to be part of an organization whose tireless and selfless work truly rescues the lives of these wonderful dogs and the humans who are lucky enough to adopt them! THANK YOU Randee, Leah, and the LHH team! read more

Lhasa Happy Homes - Archie (on left) and Oscar's first meeting during LHH adoption event - Pet Adoption Near Me - Santa Monica , California

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I am leaving this review because if it hadn't been for Randee and this group, I never would have met my soulmate Tedi. I used to run a dog rescue many years ago, and I see that most of the 1 star reviews are because people feel like Randee's adoption practices are over the top. Maybe they are (just a tad) but when you take in these most neglected and abused dogs, you tend to feel a bit protective. I know this from experience. I volunteered with her at one point, and our philosophies on some things were different, but this woman CARES DEEPLY for what she does- and let me tell you, it's a heartbreaking deal to run a dog rescue. We see a lot you don't even want to hear about. Frankly, I'm surprised she's still at it because the burn out rate is high. But she's still plugging away and I'm glad! Anyhow, I fostered Tedi before I adopted her, she was my third foster- I wanted to find a good home for her but my darling girl had some issues. Randee let me help decide who a good fit would be and I decided to go ahead and adopt her myself. She blossomed into the most wonderful dog EVER and I loved her feisty personality. I loved her more than anything and recently lost her due to heart failure. She was 12, and we had 10 amazing years together. How fast time flies. If you want to rescue a dog from this place, it's worth the extra bit of time. Randee puts her crazy little heart into this organization- I say that with affection (all of us dog ppl are a little nuts!). I would have missed out on the love of my life had I overlooked this organization. I'll miss my Tedi every minute of everyday. read more

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I adopted my pups!! I stopped by one of their adoption days in Santa Monica & fell in love with Elias--I started the application process (which was thorough) & also applied for Eddie. There was an interview with Randy & an in-person meetup to see if the pups got along together (which was 2 hours). I was helped by Leah & Deanna (I think that was her name). I loved how seriously everyone took their job of finding these pups their furr-ever home. I also got to meet their foster parents & was given all the insights + tips about the new members of my family. It's clear everyone loves what they do. Thank you so much, Lhasa Happy Homes!! read more

Lhasa Happy Homes - Adoption day with my 2 new pups--Eddie & Elias - Pet Adoption Near Me - Santa Monica , California

Owner is rude. Additionally, she is insensitive and talked over my husband who was trying to ask questions in a respectful manner. She is a "know it all" - an unpleasant person in my opinion. read more

Lhasa Happy Home. is glad to Receive your donation don't try to Rescue if you live outside of California the Application gets a little to personal also sorry we ever sent donations to Lhasa Happy Home over the yesrs when we lived in Alpine California we moved from Alpine Califorina to La Pine Oregon five years ago after living in Alpine for 34 years I wish the puppy's well as for Lhasa Happy Home I'll leave that to your Discretion See the owner gets nasty The truth hurts when you call her out for who she is We never said anything about shipping a Pappy We are back to Southern California quit often "San Diego" Donations ? That was not a bribe it's was for the Welfare of the Puppies You are welcome to keep the donation it was for the Puppy's read more

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Randee and LHH have helped us find two wonderful dogs! Randee knows her stuff and she is a true dog lover. Her matching skills are, how can I say it, unmatched?!!? Her screening process for owners is vigorous, as it should be. Randee does what is best for the dogs! read more

I am so grateful to Randee and Lhasa Happy Homes for everything they do to not only rescue dogs, but find them the right family. I've read some of these negative reviews from people who did not "get" the dog they were interested in, and I think it's important to address that. Lhasa Happy Homes is not a pet store, they're a dog rescue. Some of their dogs have had really difficult lives, and Randee's number one priority is finding the right home for every dog. If a dog has experienced years of neglect and has severe separation anxiety and you're planning on leaving them alone for 12 hours a day, that's not a good fit. If a dog has a history of biting and you have a wild 2 year old, that also might not be a good fit. If a dog needs a lot of exercise and you plan on letting them out 3 times a day to go to the bathroom and that's it, also not the right fit. It doesn't matter how much you want that exact dog, Veruca. It's about finding the right fit, and Randee will be honest with you. I have fostered with LHH and also adopted my dog Kenzo from them. In addition to filling out in-depth questionnaires about the dogs you are fostering, Randee asks many questions to really understand the type of needs the dog may have. She works with her trusted fosters on reviewing applications from families to make sure every dog finds the right home. They are doing everything they can to make sure dogs are not "returned," since that can be incredibly traumatic for a dog. The dedication and care Lhasa Happy Homes shows towards their dogs is unparalleled. Their thoughtful and thorough approach to matching pups with the right families is a testament to their commitment to ensuring the best possible outcomes for all involved. It was clear from the start that they genuinely care about the well-being of their dogs and are passionate about finding them loving, forever homes. My partner and I are forever grateful to Randee and Lhasa Happy Homes for bringing Kenzo into our lives. Our family is complete. read more

They rescue adorable small dogs. They're a small operation and they do their due diligence before a pup to be rescued. I visited the adoption event this past Sunday and got to meet the team. They sell dog toys and collect donations to help pay for the dogs medical expenses, get them groomed, buy them food, etc. I see that two people left really nasty reviews, we were there at the event the same day and my experience was completely opposite! All the dog toys were properly labeled with the applicable price. The organizer was very sweet and was trying to help multiple people that had inquiries regarding the pups. She was courteous and was helping as much as she could. Again, they're a small rescue and they're just doing what they can. Don't let the weird reviews discourage you from checking them out. If you're able to, I would recommend buying toys or donating since that's the rescue main source of funds. Insane to me that someone would complain about buying a dog toy from a rescue with all that in mind. read more

My boyfriend and I attended a Lhasa Happy Homes adoption event and spent an hour with a dog he was genuinely interested in. We bought the dog a toy from their toy basket as a gift and venmoed the $5 that was written on the back of the tag. Later, my boyfriend received a barrage of accusatory, rude messages saying the toy was $10, and that he should be ashamed. Wtf? I was the one that took the tag off the toy because the dog kept trying to eat it, held onto the tag the entire time, and reminded my boyfriend to pay before we left. I was looking at this stupid tag for over an hour. It was $5. There's a way to politely have a conversation if you think there was a mistake. Nope, these folks went full Karen. read more

Wow where do I begin? I recently lost my sweet Lhasa Apso Simon after 12 years. When I was ready, I knew I wanted to rescue again and I knew I loved Lhasa Apso's or a similar size/demeanor. Then I stumble upon Lhasa Happy Homes. I put in an application for a dog that had been adopted just days before I submitted. Randee corresponded with me via email almost immediately to help match me with another sweet baby. Randee took the time to call me on Friday evening to get to know me and what I was looking for. I knew instantly that this rescue put the pets interest first and foremost. Randee stayed in communication with me the entire next week before the adoption event. Fast forward to the adoption event where I met my sweet new girl, Phoebe (formerly Felicity). LHH provided me with everything I needed while taking Phoebe home including the fosters contact number and I cant even describe how grateful I am for that. I still keep in contact with the foster and LHH and they have been nothing but professional, helpful, honest, and uplifting. I am a vet tech and now work in Marketing for the veterinary industry and I can tell you that this rescue is the real deal. The standards they set for their adopters and the values they hold to placing animals in the best possible homes is unmatched. Thank you to every single person at LHH who helped me bring my sweet girl home. LHH absolutely feels like a forever family. read more

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Randee is a true dog person. She really helped us make a decision about getting a dog and caring for it. Randee is always available for questions. I know Randee always puts the dogs she rescues first, including rescuing some of the most damaged dogs, and lovingly gets them surgery, grooming, medications and great fosters for them. Don't believe any of those negative reviews, I think they must have completely unrealistic expectations about what a rescued dog is about. Randee is a compassionate owner read more

Wanted to express how happy I am with this rescue! I adopted a bonded pair from LHH in 2009. Best little buddies ever! Randee was very thorough with her placement check list...which gave me confidence in getting a good match. I've worked for a few rescues in my day, and know how important it is to match the right dog with the right people, so they truly find their forever home. In fact, I believe so strongly in this rescue that even after moving 3 hours away, and having numerous good local rescues available to me, I still decided to do my new dog search only through LHH. So after checking the website for available dogs, making a visit to their adoption event, we just welcomed another bonded pair into our home, and couldnt be happier! My heart is full again! My experience with Randee was once again, wonderful. Yes she is thorough, and makes sure every dog gets the best chance to live their best life! And that the humans are happy too! Yea for LHH! 5 stars!!! And THANK YOU, Randee and Team...for all you do! read more

Lhasa Happy Homes - George and Gracie. LLH Alumni!! - Pet Adoption Near Me - Santa Monica , California

We went to their adoption event in Santa Monica earlier this month and got our adorable Shih Tzu poodle mix. Although we went hoping for a female dog, we ended up with a boy, but he is amazing and we are already in love. Randee and Leah who run the Rescue have also been helpful and responsive answering any questions I've had post adoption. read more

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Adopted a bonded pair of Lhasa Mix, Bear and Chicklet. Had a great experience with adoption. Randee responded quickly to my inquiry and completed the adoption within 5 days. The pups were well taken cared of. They were attached to Randee. You could tell they were given lots of love and attention! They were clean and groomed. Had a wonderful experience! Recommend their rescue. It's a wonderful organization! Pups personality were as described!! They are adorable and affectionate. Thanks Randee! Delia and Family read more

Like many potential eager-to-adopt people in LA, I have researched dozens of foster groups when looking to find the right dog. However, when a friend texted that she came across a tent in Santa Monica with adorable terrier / mix dogs (aka LHASA), I knew I needed to take my digital search in-person and go see the available dogs in person. Immediately we were met with very diligent and thoughtful volunteers in purple - the LHASA Happy Homes team truly is there with the dogs' best intention at heart, and are very thorough with the dogs' history, behavior and their recommendations for the best type of home. We had called in love with Caitey, and after applying and staying in contact with Randee and the team, were given approval to take her home. Now named Missy, she has become an integral part of our lives in just a couple weeks. We are so grateful to the LHASA team for their dedication to saving dogs from terrible conditions and giving them a new lease on life. Caitey for example has been malnousirhsed and covered with fleas when they rescued her, and she was cared for over a month by their team of fosters before we adopted her. Our friends and family cannot believe Missy (previously Caitey) is a rescue, because of how well-mannered she is. We are so grateful for the gracious care of our now fur baby!! read more

This is my second adoption through Lhasa Happy Homes, and it was another wonderful experience. Randee's is meticulous in screening adoptees, and that's a big reason I came back. She wants to be sure the dog will be well taken care of and that it will be a good match. read more

After filling out their extensive application, speaking the Randee, and driving an hour to their adoption event, we were told that they weren't comfortable adopting to our family because both my husband and I work outside the home. They didn't care that my 17 year old son does online school and is literally home all day long. Randee and her team passed us back and forth and spent more time talking to everyone else. After a couple of minutes we decided that this was not an organization we wanted to be involved with. Our mistake for not reading these reviews prior to driving out to Santa Monica. read more

I offer my feedback to Randee and Lhasa Happy Homes in the hope that processes might change. I spent a little more than an hour completing the adoption application providing thoughtful responses to give an accurate description of myself and my home life. The application is overly personal and invasive, but I followed through due to my sincere desire to meet and possibly adopt an adorable Lhasa named, Howie. Randee promptly responded to my application via e-mail indicating that Howie might not be a good fit for my home for two reasons: First, I have cats and since Howie chases squirrels, she was concerned he would have a similar reaction to my cats. Second, Randee stated that Howie was such a kind dog, she wanted to place him with a family that had children who were older. I indicated in the application that I don't have children. Had I known there was a specific family type sought for Howie, I would have never spent more than an hour completing the application and revealing private information about myself (e.g., health conditions). It's actually pretty outrageous to elicit such revelations from folks just expressing an initial interest in a dog. After reading Randee's e-mail, I asked what type of dog she thought would be suitable for an adult-only home. An honest question considering her comments. That was nine days ago. She hasn't replied to my e-mail. This used to be one of the rescue sites I regularly checked since I'm an experienced Lhasa owner. Never again. read more

I would like to share how special, Lhasa Happy Homes is to me and my friend Tobey. Tobey came to the shelter due to a confiscation of many little dogs living on the streets. He was scared and pretty much shut down. I had worked with him to earn his trust but his progress was quite sad. The lights were simply not on in his eyes. He needed a rescue to take him in and show him the way. After reaching out to Randee and explaining his history, she knew she could help him become the dog he really was inside. She took him into her home, so that she could work one on one with him. He was in excellent hands and shortly after arriving the light in his eyes appeared!! She sent updates and videos of his progress which brought me so much joy. I volunteer for a County Animal Shelter and sadly many are overlooked. This little dog touched my heart and with many Thanks to THIS rescue not only was Tobey's heart saved but so was mine. This Christmas both Tobey and I received the greatest gift of all, as rescue found him a wonderful family and he was home for the howlidays. If I could rate more then 5 stars, I would! True meaning of rescue! read more

Lhasa Happy Homes - Pet Adoption Near Me - Santa Monica , California

In the past 20+ years, I had adopted four fantastic, much loved fur childen from Lhasa Happy Homes. Today, after a ten year gap, I adopted my fifth and am thrilled beyond words! My new boy, Bugsy, is a rock star!! And, it was pure joy to deal with Lhasa Happy Homes again. Randee Goldman and the wonderful volunteers at Lhasa Happy Homes always operate in the best interest of the dogs. Over the years, even given our long association, I have had more than one of my adoption requests turned down. Not because I'm unfit in some way, but because a particular dog wasn't a good match with me, my household, or lifestyle. Didn't particularly like it but, in hindsite, I must agree that they made the correct decision. Randee's instincts and insites in matching dogs and their new families are uncanny and well-reasoned. And, again, ALWAYS based on what is best for the dog. So many lucky dogs, for so many years, have been blessed to have her as their advocate. Reading some of the unwarranted (in my opinion) one-star reviews here, it is unfortuate that some folk's sense of entitlement and/or ego prevent them from understanding this. read more

The owner is incredibly rude and disorganized. Bought a toy from them so I could let one of the dogs play with it and she forgot how much it cost and sent a series of accusatory Venmo requests demanding more money and insulting me. Totally bizarre behavior. One of the most obnoxious interactions I've ever had. read more

This rescue is the best! I adopted my shih tzu (Crispen) from them 10 years ago, and he is one of the joys of my life. He is now 17 yrs old and travels with me several times a year. He gets along with all other dogs and humans and is as cute as can be. It was fun and easy to adopt at Lhasa Happy HomesSomeday I will come back~ (We renamed him Mumford as soon as we got home) read more

Lhasa Happy Homes - Mumford - Pet Adoption Near Me - Santa Monica , California

This is long overdue, but my partner and I ended up not being a fit for the dog we put an application in for, Taffy. While we were sad, we also understood that we were not the best home for Taffy and that she would be better suited in another household. A couple months later, my partner and I went back to Lhasa's open house just to look at the cute doggies and get a serotonin boost. Randee came up to us with such a warm presence and remembered us from our first visit. She told us she had the perfect dog for us, Cheeky. We met Cheeky that day and instantly fell in love. She was - and is - THE perfect match. We adopted her last month and I cannot imagine our lives without her. Randee and her volunteers are amazing. Seriously trust the process - they know what they're doing :) read more

Lhasa Happy Homes - Pet Adoption Near Me - Santa Monica , California

I don't know how I was so lucky to find Randee at Lhasa Happy Homes but to say that she's a superhero is an understatement. We had a crisis situation with my mom having to move into an Assisted Living that didn't accept dogs and Randee stepped in like the angel she is to save the day. Randee was so compassionate and understanding of my mom's struggles. With her deep knowledge, Randee seems to have a magic way of charming various types of dog personalities while finding the perfect home for each one. I CANNOT recommend Lhasa Happy Homes enough. read more

We love fostering for Lhasa Happy Homes. Randee is easy to work with and she provides us with everything we need! Randee is straight to the point with no hidden agenda!!! We currently are fostering Onyx and Zuri (which are bonded sisters) and Sully who came from Baldwin Shelter with a broken jaw. Randee is meticulous about who fosters for her(rightfully so). The application is very thorough to make sure we (fosters) are the right fit for the dogs. We live in South Central Los Angeles and that make absolutely NO DIFFERENCE to Randee! The application process for adoption is a lengthy one (as should be). We want the perfect fit for our fur babies furever homes. Safety for the pups is Randee's and our number one priority If your looking to adopt, please consider Lhasa Happy Homes read more

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We had such a great experience at the adoption event today. The people at Lhasa Happy Homes are friendly, informative, and really care about all the animals in their charge. The staff are also extremely transparent about each dog and their behavior. They want to make sure you're a good fit so everyone is happy. Adopt don't shop, and visit an adoption event with Lhasa! read more