It has almost been a month since we adopted Dingo, and just wanted to share how he is doing. He is…read morehealthy and doing great! We go to adventure together all the time. He made many friends with our neighbors as well! He is so gentle hearted and super intelligent. We are so lucky to have him! Thank you OC animal care, I just wish more people to visit and adopt all the fur babies from you!

All shelters should consider looking through people financial status or something because my…read moreneighbor just adopted a pitbull mix from this shelter on March and the pitbull has really badddd skin infection or something like that. And I told my neighbor to take her to the vet, you know what she said? "I can't afford the vet. money is tight right now" how can you adopt a pet when you're financially struggling the poor dog is scratching in pain. Im sure my neighbor is not the only person out there, my cousin works in the vet hospital and tells me issues from clients just like my neighbors . I get it that pets need homes and rescue from being euthanized but cmon really? Don't put yourself on adopting a pet knowing you don't have the money, it's dumb and selfish, putting the pet in hope of happiness. This is also why pets end up going back to the shelter.

I thank Irvine Animal Care Center for their patience with my childhood dog, Max, and taking care of…read morehim during his time here when he was wrongfully dropped off a few days prior. The process to have him back was easy and communication was perfect since all my questions were answered today. Even providing me with multiple resources for possible low-cost euthanasia services was also very helpful for me and saved me a lot of time. The staff were all very friendly as well. Thank you guys for listening to my explanation on the matter. Because I was able to have him back, I was able to move forward with euthanizing him at a pet hospital that my friend works at and was able to be with him in his last moments just a few hours ago. I really do appreciate all of your help for allowing me to be with him and let him go peacefully. Thank you so much.

I'm confused by all the reviewers saying they had trouble with the staff when trying to turn in a…read morestray animal that was found. I worked in Irvine and frequently ate lunch at the food court on Main Street/Jamboree. One day, leaving the food court, I found a dog outside in the pouring down rain vomiting by the trash cans. The dog gladly jumped into my car to get out of the down pour and I drove it to this animal shelter (yes, it vomited all over the back seat of my car). Not only did they take the dog in immediately with no questions asked, they helped me clean up my car. This place is amazing

Got my kitten from Savannah and the whole experience was super smooth. She's really responsive and…read moreactually cares. Anytime I had a question she was there to help. My kitten is healthy, sweet, and clearly raised well. I would definitely recommend her if you are looking for a kitten.

We were in a really emotional situation trying to rehome our family cat and had a very negative,…read morejudgmental experience elsewhere that left us feeling awful. When we contacted this place, it was a night-and-day difference. They answered all of our questions, were incredibly kind and non-judgmental, and truly took the time to help us. Knowing they are a no-kill, pet-safe home that adopts out gave us real peace of mind. We're so thankful and feel confident our family cat will be well taken care of. Thank you so much!

Update: After defeating fleas and bacterial+yeast ear…read moreinfection, kitty recently developed fip, a deadly disease that kills cats without a very long and expensive treatment. Despite all the care we provide for our indoor kitten, he has always been quite sickly. Even the vet commented on how often I visited their office within the last 3 months. If you are looking to adopt, just go to other rescues and shelters that actually care for their furbabies.

Caring Friends Cat Rescue is an amazing organization that operates through Pet Smart in Tustin. The…read moreapplication process was a bit of a roller coaster ride but my husband and I ended up with amazing companion a week after applying. If you're looking to leave with a cat the same day, this probably isn't the place for you. Caring Friends ensures every home is the perfect fit, not "first come first serve".. People don't understand this is for a good reason. This is how they prevent these kitties from falling into the same situation they were in previously. You will most likely be denied if you're applying to buy a kitten as a present for your 3 year old...planning to make them indoor/outdoor..etc. (These are all good reasons and you should probably reevaluate your decision for the sake of the kitty you're trying to save.)

Adopted the most wonderful dog here. The foster was incredible. Our little guy was just under a…read moreyear when we adopted him. Had obviously been well cared for. Potty trained, loves other dogs and cats, was given high quality food. A good little boy. In wonderful health. My only regret is I couldn't also adopt his brother but I've maxed out on the number of dogs allowed in my city for a single family residence. Really admire this group. Highly recommend.

An amazing Bernese Mountain Dog. 4 years old in 3025. Just full of life yet gentle and loving.read more

I adopted one of our pups from here and he has been such a blessing in our lives. The fees are…read moreincredibly reasonable, especially considering that all the animals are fully checked out by their veterinarian at the Chino Hills clinic and are spayed/neutered already, which gave us great peace of mind. Unlike many rescues that are solely foster-based, PPR has a physical location. This is a huge advantage because you can actually visit, meet the dogs (and cats), and even use their play yard to see if you get along before committing to adoption. The facility is clean and the animals appear well-cared for. Every volunteer I met was friendly and helpful, without being pushy like I've encountered at some other shelters. I'm so grateful this rescue exists to help with the animal overpopulation problem. I highly encourage everyone to check them out (and other rescues/shelters in the area) and consider adoption first when searching for a new family member!

The adoption process and everything was amazing...the staff was very helpful and caring in making…read moresure the adoptee was the right place for the dog... Rocky has been loving his yard to run in an cars to chase all day... he's been suck a great addition to the family

We just adopted Tilia, a 6 month old Goldendoodle. The process, from application to adoption and…read morebeyond has been terrific. After saying goodbye to our 17 year old Labradoodle at the end of last year, we found out there are a lot of doodles that need homes. We found California Doodle Rescue, and started to look at what dogs and puppies they had available. We are so glad we did! Tilia is the most sweet, loving doodle with an amazing disposition given what her first 6 mos might have looked like, she is learning fast and interested in exploring the world around her. She is a perfect fit for our household and we feel blessed to have taken the adoption route!! Thank you to Jennifer, our contact there, and to the foster we met when we picked up Tilia. If you love doodles this is a GREAT way to go and makes a huge difference.

If you're looking to re-home your furry friend, hoping to foster, or ready to become someone's…read morefurever home, I highly recommend California Doodle Rescue! I had the pleasure of being a first-time foster, and it was such a warm, loving experience. The only "downside"? Totally falling in love with my foster . The entire fostering process was smooth thanks to their consistent support they checked in daily, explained everything clearly, and offered helpful guidance whenever I needed it. I would absolutely foster again in the future and, who knows, maybe even adopt a little fur blessing of my own

I wanted to come here and write about my experience adopting from FOCHP…read more My first contacts with them was with Sandra, the foster mom for my Gracie (Snowball) There are not enough words to describe how kind, helpful and gracious she was with everything. I went the day after Christmas to do my meet and greet and spent an hour with her asking questions. I never felt rushed. I never felt like I was irritating her, she was just fabulous. Everything this rescue does seems to be top-notch. They even feed a high and more expensive food which completely impressed me because puppy nutrition is so important. If I could give this review more than five stars, I would. Everything went smoothly, everyone I talked to or texted was so helpful I could not have asked for a better experience. Thank you FOCHP!

They seem like a compassionate rescue until you try and adopt a dog. I understand that matching…read moreanimals with families can be a complicated process to make sure it's a good fit, but when you're discriminated against because of your age, it really can leave a mark on your reputation.

I have spent time reading through the reviews for Girls of Dog Rescue, and I am honestly…read moredisappointed by the one-star reviews left by people who were denied adoption due to the rescue's clearly stated rules. Shame on anyone who tries to damage a rescue organization simply because they couldn't accept that they didn't meet the adoption requirements. These rules are in place for one reason: the safety and lifelong well-being of the dogs. Girls of Dog Rescue is strict because they care. They limit adoptions by location so they can conduct proper home visits and ensure each dog is placed in a safe, stable environment. That level of responsibility should be applauded, not criticized. People also forget that rescues are not free to operate. Vet bills, spay/neuter surgeries, medications, vaccinations, food, and rehabilitation for neglected dogs all cost money. Expecting a rescued dog to be "free" ignores the reality of what these organizations take on to save lives. I also appreciate that this rescue requires their dogs to be seen by their designated veterinarian until the dogs reach a certain age. This ensures the dogs receive proper medical care and are spayed or neutered, rather than relying on promises that may never be kept. To those leaving one-star reviews because you were denied: this isn't personal -- it's responsible rescue work. To Girls of Dog Rescue: thank you for putting the dogs first, even when it's unpopular. The glowing, five-star reviews from successful adopters clearly speak louder than the complaints from those who didn't qualify.

After recently losing my beloved Yorkie of 9 years, my husband and I decided to honor her memory by…read morerescuing rather than purchasing from a breeder. We came across an adorable Shih Tzu pair (a brother and sister) and submitted an application expressing interest in one of them. Within seconds of submitting, I received a call. The representative hadn't read my application at all. When she asked if I currently had a dog and I explained mine had just passed, there was zero acknowledgment; no condolences, nothing. She then informed me it was "unethical" to adopt just one puppy and that I'd need to take both. When I agreed to take both, she reversed course, saying the siblings would "fight" and I couldn't take them together. When I offered to adopt two unrelated dogs instead, the story changed again; apparently a doctor had just been approved for the dog I applied for, mid-conversation, and I was redirected to a one-year-old Yorkie before being abruptly dismissed. The inconsistencies were glaring, the policies shifted in real time, and the entire interaction was handled without a shred of compassion. I am a registered nurse and my husband works in the entertainment industry; we are experienced, attentive pet owners who gave our Yorkie an exceptional life. None of that was considered because my application was never actually reviewed. This experience is precisely why so many people turn to breeders and pet stores instead of rescues. When grieving applicants are met with dismissiveness, fabricated barriers, and contradictory excuses, it doesn't serve the animals; it leaves them in shelters longer. I hope the organization takes a hard look at how their team communicates with prospective adopters.

Amazing service EVERY TIME we take our dog there for grooming My German shepherd is kinda high…read moremaintenance because he gets anxious easily but the staff at House of Paw on East Chapman in Orange always do an excellent job with grooming him and trimming his nails. HIGHLY RECOMMEND

The first time time I went here my experience was great. Followed my instructions well, and the…read moreprices were great, for their deluxe grooming package for $89 with a discount for first timers. I've gone back a few times and they generally do a good job, but I did notice that they would miss little things, last time they forgot to trim my dogs nails, the time before that they forgot to shave my dogs paw pads. Not a huge deal, I can do it at home, but I book the deluxe package because it states that it's included. Unfortunately, this time they completely missed the instructions we gave to them. I always specify NOT to trim her ear wisps because we're trying to grow them back after a hard medical year with my dog. When my boyfriend dropped my dog off, the receptionist was sitting on one of the couches scratching lottery tickets. Like I'm sorry, but whoever the groomer was today butchered my dog. I don't know if there was a miscommunication between the receptionist and groomer but I'm unhappy with today's service. Don't think I will be going back here.