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Next Chance Rescue

4.8 (21 reviews)
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Dewey - Lasa Apsa/Cocker Spaniel mix (17 yo)

Two years ago I had to put my best friend down due to illness. The people at Essex County Animal Shelter were so kind and passionate and realized the pain I incurred to make this decision. They took their time and allowed me the time I needed to say goodbye to my best friend as well as time to grieve after it was all over. I was able to hold him as he transitioned peacefully. People don't realize how much your pet is part of your family and deserves the same compassion and respect as any other family member. Thank you Essex County Animal Shelter veterinarians, technicians, and staff for making my pet's transition easier for me!

Miguel T.

Wonderful people to work with and they are doing amazing work! I recently adopted my first pet. The process is quite different than other rescues and shelters: you are fostering for a trial period of two weeks and then if all works out well you proceed to adopt. During the entire two weeks the foster parent & Keri check up on you and your pet and serve as resources for you both. It truly has made the transition for Coco so smooth and they all have been great resources to me.

CJ D.

Next Chance Rescue did an amazing job of helping our sweet Hercules find his forever home with us! We immediately fell in love with Hercules but after working through this process with Keri we were also confident that we were the right fit for him. Next Chance Rescue is doing such important work finding these overlooked animals loving and adequate homes. Can't recommend them enough for anyone looking to foster or adopt and give them the chance they deserve. Hercules was dumped at an inner city shelter and we can't wait to give him everything he deserves and more.

Trisha T.

Keri is simply amazing, her love for the cats is undoubtedly shown trough her dedication to go above and beyond for their rescues. She responded to my post about a kitty my family have been feeding but couldn't keep, she came to the rescue as soon as possible. They took such good care of the kitten and got her placed in a loving home. What amazes me is, she kept me in the loop with updates of pitcures and videos which brought me to tears to see the kitten so well taken care of. Thank you Next Chance Rescue.

Erin is caring for our fur friends. I can tell she truly wants the best for them. I have found my home buddy through Next Chance Rescue. I am grateful for what they have done for these animals.

Laurence L.

I am so glad i found Next Chance Rescue. My boyfriend and I adopted 2 amazing kittens from them. While i was a nervous new cat mom at first, Keri helped me with every single question and worry i had and always answered fast! As the reviews mentioned, they are truly full of love. I couldn't of had a better experience for my first time adopting 2 kittens. Thank you Next Chance Rescue !!

I adopted my amazing cat Birdie from Next Chance Rescue in the middle of quarantine and they could not have made the process any smoother. Keri was completely up front with me about Birdies "eccentricities" and made me feel really comfortable about my first pet adoption process. I could tell they truly cared about the rescues and wanted the best for them!

I adopted the sweetest boy from Next Chance Rescue. Keri is absolutely amazing. She checked in with me almost everyday to see how my little guy was doing (he is recovering from surgery to remove one of his eyes). Her enthusiasm and warmth throughout the process made it a no brainer for Bradley to have his forever home with me. If and when he needs a brother, I know I'll come back to Keri and the team at next chance rescue.

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See Spot Rescued - Anni-Frid Lyngstad found her forever home in Nov 2014! Find your best friend in our Adopt Me album: http://bit.ly/SSRadopt

See Spot Rescued

(31 reviews)

I contacted Michelle at See Spot Rescued to inquire about Dagny. There was a very thorough process,…read moreincluding a background check. Michelle set up a meeting with Dagny, where I met Dagny, Mary, and Dagny's foster. It was a match made in heaven. The following week, they dropped Dagny off at her new home, along with her kennel and toys and a good supply of dog food and treats. She is the best thing that has happened to me in a very long time. I am forever grateful. Thank you!

SSR is a wonderful rescue. They do a solid job with everything. From the minute the dogs are…read morerescued they are on their way to a better life. Many of the dogs are rescued from overrrun shelters where they might not make the cut and get adopted out. My dog came from W.VA and he was flown up to Jersey City. He lived with a foster family for a short time and also lived at K9dergarten before he met up with me. I believe he went to one group adoption event, wore the little "adopt me" vest, I saw the picture and that was it. Much to my surprise I was contacted promptly and interviewed by SSR. They also called my references. The interview went well and they set up an appointment for that weekend to meet the little guy. I told them I had a concern about my dog Bella getting along with the dog and wanted to bring her with me to meet the dog. They were 100% supportive. Ironically, my dog Bella misbehaved and the rescue dog was so chill and sweet. He went right up to me confidently as if he knew I was his person. I knew right away he'd be a great companion for Bella and myself and I wasn't going to leave without him. One of the greatest things about the SSR adoption process was that he was truly ready to go. Unlike Bella who came from a breeder and needed shots, vet visits, spay, microchipping, etc. My dog was in great health and came with all of his records, neutered, shots and a microchip. This is a great touch. Even if you have a dream dog, there's an adjustment period to a new home. Not having to worry about the dog's health means you can enjoy the dog right away. My dog Kyle has been with me for 2 wonderful years now. I can't thank SSR enough for my sweet little boy.

Best Friends Lifesaving Center - our baby day 2 at her new home

Best Friends Lifesaving Center

(57 reviews)

SoHo, TriBeCa

I first learned about this location from an Instagram post about them advertising their Staycation…read moreprogram over the holidays where you can foster a cat or dog over the holidays for a few days. Super conveniently located off the ACE line too at Canal St. They provide all the materials and your preference and they help match you with a furry friend. They were advertising a specific pick up and drop off date for the animals for this program, but i wanted to participate for a bit longer so I called a few days before to see if they're able to accommodate. The staff who answered didn't know the answer so they took down my info and told me someone would call me back. Days passed and I didn't hear back so I had to make a trek down there to ask in-person so that was a bit inconvenient. I wanted some time to prep my home. Anyway when I let them know that I'm a beginner foster and would prefer a cat that is generally friendly with no behavior problems, they helped me match with an adorable adult cream kitty. I picked her up with no issues. They provided me with all the supplies (and more) that I'd need for my week-long foster commitment. They also provided a number that I could text with any concerns should any issues come up. My whole experience was very positive. I'm glad to see that they have now expanded their program with allowing folks to take a dog out for a walk. I've seen further Instagram posts posting about these excursion experiences, but I think you have to come early during the day as only a limited number of dogs are eligible candidates daily. I've done similar excursions at Sean Casey in Brooklyn (no appointment necessary) and ACC (booking required a few days in advance online) so I'm excited this opportunity exists here in a more centrally located place in Manhattan. The shelter also allows visitors to come and view and play with their cats. You just need to make sure you wash your hands before interacting with them. I love this but also hope this doesn't overwhelm the cats too much.

I wanted to share my lovely experience a Best Friends!! It's been one whole month since we brought…read moreour kitten, Juni (short for Juniper) home. We were looking for a cat for our cat. We wanted a playmate for our sweet 1 year old cat, and a friend recommended Best Friends. I came by and the staff were all so sweet and welcoming. They were super informative and encouraged me to play with the cats. During my first visit, I came across the cutest orange female (RARE!) kitten. I had dinner plans and couldn't bring her with me. I came back an hour or so later and she was in the process of getting adopted :,) happy for her but sad for me. It's ok! I just thought that maybe it wasn't meant to be. A week later, I came back to Best Friends with my boyfriend on a mission to adopt a cat. They had an additional room towards the back that housed kittens!!! There were so many to choose from. We chose Juni because she was very cuddly and had a little quirky mustache. The staff made the adoption process so quick and easy. They even provided us a care package with all the necessities (kitten litter, wet and dry food). I expressed my concerns about introducing Juni to our cat at home, and they provided a step by step guide. They even followed up 2 weeks later with our progress. The employees and volunteers here really love what they do.

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Hoboken Animal Hospital

(136 reviews)

I have been bringing my dog here for nearly 5 years, and they are always kind and professional…read moregiven that he experiences deep anxiety being there. Clear instructions, squeeze me in when I need it, email bills and records same day so I can submit to insurance.

I feel that all they care about is money, and I did not feel they were acting ethically when…read morecharging me when they said my charges would be the exact same as my last visit as it was for the same exact issue. Upon bringing up the nearly $100 discrepancy, the vet and staff denied responsibility and tried to tell me it was my fault even though they showed me the bill from the last visit and I okayed that charge, not the new one they sprung on me. Additionally, my dog was screaming when I was waiting to get medicine, and the vet told me not to worry about it and to let her finish talking even though my dog NEVER sounds like that and I was expressing concern. To top it all off, she couldn't even say with certainty what my dog was ill with and in no way instilled confidence in me. In general, I did not feel like she cared about my experience as a long time client or for my pet's well being. Even with the tech, I had to repeat myself over and over for why I was there and I did not feel heard. I have been coming here for years with positive experiences from other techs and vets, and I was so disappointed by how I was treated this time. I also felt they tried to silence me (saying it wouldn't work out well for me and to stop talking) when I was trying to tell another guest how I was treated in this clinic upon leaving. This is my point of view but if I were you, I would find a different vet. They have gone very down hill and I was shocked at how poorly I was treated. I'm so deeply disappointed

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No Dogs Left Behind

(34 reviews)

Chelsea, Midtown West, Hell's Kitchen

Jeff is the real deal - the man is in the trenches confronting the most horrific cruelty and…read morerefusing to turn away. Those of us who support Jeff understand that extraordinarily few people could undertake this kind of rescue effort under the most dire of circumstances and maintain their sanity. But Jeff emerges intact and more committed than ever to ending the dog-meat trade once and for all. He is made of better stuff, as is his team. Not all heroes wear capes.

Our family adopted a dog from one of NDLB's Chinese Sanctuaries in East Asia 7 months ago. I have…read morenothing but praise for all of the staff encountered throughout our adoption process, (which from start to finish took a little more than three months). NDLB is an incredible 501(c) (3) non-profit and their global mission of rescuing dogs and cats from immense suffering and complete abandonment, along with their exceptional care and concern for each survivor (no matter the gravity of each animal's injuries), is nothing short of outstanding. The dog we happened to adopt is a Japanese Akita Inu and happens to go by the name Romeo because he happened to be saved from slaughter on Valentine's Day (on February 14, 2020). The founder of NDLB , Jeff Beri, and his crew actually risked their lives twice to save our dog. Once (due to the strict Covid-19 Restrictions in China at that time and a second time to challenge the people who were about to slaughter him). I personally found all of the NDLB staff I interfaced with during the adoption process very personable and easy to connect with. More importantly, I found the staff demonstrated great care and concern for their animals throughout the adoption process. While waiting for Romeo's freedom flight to New York, we received multiple videos and photo's along with ongoing communication from the NDLB Chinese staff who were with him daily. The New York staff made sure I (along with my husband), understood all the possible challenges that came with adopting a dog from overseas and wanted to make sure we were up for this type of challenge. All I can say is Romeo has completely changed our family's life. Our family over the years has had three dogs. Romeo was our first overseas adoption, by far, he is the most considerate dog we have ever had the pleasure of owning, and is always looking out for our well-being. One last positive has been, over the past months, being able to maintain on going contact with Romeo's team in China, and being able to send photos and videos of him here having all sorts of fun in the USA. (See Romeo enjoying sunbathing below).

Next Chance Rescue - petadoption - Updated October 2026

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