Pawsitively Pom Rescue is above and beyond a 5-star organization and the negative reviews left here are not only without factual merit, but a disservice to the whole animal rescue community looking out for the well-being of the dogs they so generously take in. This rescue is run by the most amazing, passionate crew. Their dedication to helping poms in their most dire times of need is outstanding. They always step up and give 100% to provide these dogs with a chance at a better life (even when that chance is slim - they NEVER give up). I adopted a senior pom a few years ago from Pawsitively Pom Rescue and they were properly cautious in their vetting/screening of potential adopters, but also upfront about what I was getting myself into taking on a senior loaded with health issues. I truly appreciate the vet check (including bloodwork, x-rays, and meds), spay and dental that they provided before I adopted little Paris. I had a nothing short of a "pawsitive" experience throughout the adoption process and of course, the pom that I adopted was a total sweetheart. As a side note, in my opinion/experience, smaller dogs tend to have big medical bills and it seems that when pet owners' poms become ill, they turn them over to a rescue. Because of this, I get the sense that most of the poms that this rescue takes in need some sort of medical treatment to get them back to healthy and it seems that lately their Facebook page has been asking for donations for various surgeries to provide a better quality of life for their dogs. I have donated several times over the years to this organization and am totally confident that the money I send to them is used to save or change lives for the better. Please consider making a tax deductible donation to this excellent organization via their website (and don't forget about your workplace's charitable match program, if you have one!). https://pawsitivelypom.rescuegroups.org/info/donate read more

My mother had recently lost a Pom that was part of our family for 13 years,so she was looking to adopt & rescue a poor Pom in need of a good & loving home.So woman comes out to inspect home brings 3 Pom's with her,great,beautiful little Poms.While she us here all smiles,meets my dog interaction with the 3 Poms she brings out is excellent.We believe meeting goes well,woman did not seem appauled or act as if something was wrong with house.Come to find out next day she was denied for adoption..Why,might you ask??..Well we live on the water & couple small holes along fence..easily fixed before adoption could be completed..because we live on water Ducks walk our yard,come to find out,so she is told,Duck Poo can kill dogs...HUH??..Been here 30 years,my mother has had 2 Poms since moving year,both lived to old age & there is a Yorkie living here now...They apparently are defying the odds surviving Duck Poo...DON'T EVER TAKE YOUR DOGS OUTSIDE FOR DUCK & BIRD POO CAN KILL YOUR DOGS,SINCE BIRDS ARE EVERYWHERE,IT IS A DANGER TO LET THEM OUTSIDE!!!...Well if thats not enough bologna,my mother forgot to out on application that my 14 yr old son is with her about 48 hrs a week,so that made her a liar on her application,WOW!!REALLY!!!.....Now that long part is over,let me sum it up..The Foster Home wants to keep the Pom & was just going through the motions she has to..So this was all set up for failure from the beginning....Amazing that this poor Pom will not be in a loving forever home for NO GOOD REASON.....This is sickening that all these poor animals need good homes & they are being kept from them for selfish reasons....FIND ANOTHER PLACE TO ADOPT A POM OR ANY OTHER ANIMAL..ONE THAT "ACTUALLY" IS LOOKING TO PLACE THEM IN A GOOD & LOVING HOME...A joke of a rescue.... read more

PPR is an amazing rescue! They have taken in so many dogs in need over the years from serious medical cases, seniors, and even hoarding situations, knowing the cost to medically treat would be extensive they always step up to the challenge. This rescue is comprised of loving and caring animal lovers that put the interest of the dog first. Their adoption screening process is thorough and detailed so that they place a dog in the best home possible. The adoption process is not a first come first serve process and I respect that, because that shows they truly care about the future of the dog available for adoption. Some of the dogs available for adoption have come from poor and abusive situations; therefore, the application process is even more restrictive to ensure the best, caring, and experienced home with patient adopters to ensure the dog has a smooth and loving transition. I have personally met the founder of PPR and some of the amazing fosters- all are great people that provide round the clock care for the animals in the rescue. If you want to adopt an amazing, loving, well cared for fuzzy butt Pom or other small breed, I highly recommend this rescue. read more

PPR is a fantastic rescue to work with. They take their time in properly vetting potential homes for the poms they rescue to ensure they're being placed in the safest environment. Every pom has their own personality, flaws, special needs and that is all taken into consideration. We adopted our 1st pom 2 days after Christmas back in 2015 (he was an abused/neglect case). Our 2nd adoption came with our Kassidy! We saw her at petapalooza and she was an abused mill breeder with special needs. Not many paid her any attention, but we knew she was it. After a few surgical procedures, she came home and all has been fantastic. Just last year we adopted Peanut, another mill dog (had questionable aggression issues). Since his adoption, he has been wonderful. Just proves the way they handle the pups, their different needs and places they allow them to be adopted to, truly mean alot to them. They truly rescue these pups and give them what all animals need, hope, love and a 2nd chance at a happy life! read more

Pawsitively Pom is simply a step above all other rescues. They give and give of themselves, putting the needs of precious poms above theirs. They treat the seemingly untreatable, they mend the hearts of the broken, and they carefully and kindly bring the abandoned and neglected out of their shells. Our adoption process was fantastic. Since, we continue to follow the rescue, donating to their good works, and doing house visits in our state if needed. I highly recommend here virtually and to all of my dog searching friends. We live several states away, but they are still my #1 choice. If you've read this far, how about giving up a Starbucks and making a small donation. It's amazing the lives these ladies can change with your small donation (they all add up!). Sincerely - A loving Pom Mom read more

Pawsitively Pom Rescue is an amazing organization with the most caring people I have ever met. They go to great lengths to make sure their dogs will be placed in a perfect home "forever". I have adopted 3 from them and would highly recommend anyone sincerely looking to adopt check them out. I had to be "vetted" out via questionnaire, a home visit, submitting references, etc. which I had no problem with - was glad they cared enough about their pups to do that. I am forever grateful to them for all their amazing rescues. My last was one of 27 in a hoarding situation. The other two - 1 was in a crate 24/7 and is still a bit timid, the other found wandering around and ending up in a shelter where she was rescued from. If it were not for PPR - who knows where they would have ended up. read more

Pawsitively Pom Rescue, located in Harrisburg, PA, is second to none! They rescue and take under their care Pomeranians as well as other small breed dogs. They follow strict guidelines to vet, heal, feed, love and nurture each furbaby who comes into their fold, regardless of issue, until the perfect forever home can be found. Unlike many other rescues, PPR is 100% volunteer based and they do NOT receive money from any government programs. Yes, there are times PPR may need to deny a foster or an adoption; however, PPR will ALWAYS put the pet's best interest first with good reason. If you are looking to adopt a beautiful Pomeranian (or other small dog), please check out Pawsitively Pom Rescue! You'll be so glad you did! read more

Pawsitively Pom Rescue (PPR) takes amazing care of all their rescued dogs. They take care of all their dogs medical and dental needs before adoption. They careful screen their potential adopters. The best interest for the rescue dogs is of the upmost importance to PPR. We have adopted 2 Pomeranians from them and will continue to go to them for adoptions. You become part if a special family when you adopt from this rescue and I highly recommend them. They take abused and neglected dogs of all ages and finds them their best forever homes. They help give these dogs the good lives they deserved all along. Follow their websites to see all the good things they do. read more

This organization gives every Pomeranian the best shot at a healthy, happy life in the perfect home. They spare no expense in treating all health and behavioral issues for the Poms they bring into rescue, and all potential adopters are screened carefully to make sure that they are truly the right forever home for the dog they want to adopt. Each Pom comes to rescue with their own unique circumstances, and those needs are matched with the right adopter. Not every home is perfect for every dog. All decisions are made solely on the best interest of each dog. Diana, Amanda, and the rest of the volunteers our truly dedicated-they are angels here on earth! read more

anyone in rescue knows what it takes to rescue you have to have heart , you have to have a strong will that no matter what the outcome sometimes love can cure all and sometimes its a blessing just to be able to make someone feel whole even if for a moment , most of these people have helped me get my grumpy little snarl smile man , they started love and im going to love him no matter how long i have him unless you know this group stop bad mouthing them , i am grateful that we have wonderful rescues and fosters and even though we become foster failures its these people that start that part of the plan . read more

We have adopted 3 dogs from PPR; 2 Poms and a Pom/Spitz mix. I applaud Amanda, Diana, and the rest of the group for their thorough process in how they approve for adoption. The information they require and the home inspection are absolutely necessary to make sure their rescues are placed in the safest and most loving home environment possible. There are "behind the scenes" stories on their FB page about how tirelessly they work to save so many dogs, and potential adopters should read these stories to understand why they have strict guidelines. I commend PPR for all they do. read more

We adopted our two pomeranians from Pawsitively Pom Rescue. They not only saved our little ones from a municipal shelter, they had them thoroughly checked and brought up to date with all necessary vet care. They provided a safe, secure and loving home when they needed it most. They are very careful in checking out prospective adoptive parents because they want these precious dogs to go to great forever homes and never suffer again. I appreciate and respect that. I can't say enough good things about Diana and Amanda. They will do whatever it takes to help animals in need. read more

I recently became a foster pommy mommy for this wonderful rescue. Impressed that the foster/adoption is comprehensive enough to ensure these rescues will go to healthy, stable, loving homes. Their goal is to place the dog with a forever home as often times these dogs have experienced instability, abuse, & neglect. Applicants should not take it personally if they are denied. It simply means you weren't the right fit or situation for that particular dog. The rescue is truly just trying to look out for the best interest of their rescues. read more

Pawsitively Pomeranian Rescue is a fantastic rescue! They are very caring, loving and take the time to make sure all the babies they rescue are well taken care of and go to good homes. I adopted my Lacey from them 2 1/2 years ago, she just turned 9 and I'm over the moon in love! Then a year ago I adopted my 2nd one from them, Willow, who is a 4 year old living doll! If it weren't for these wonderful ladies I wouldn't have 2 of the most precious babies I could ask for! Diana, Amanda and the rest of the volunteers....YOU ROCK!! read more

PPR is absolutely amazing! These ladies pour their hearts and souls into rescuing, caring for and appropriately placing as many dogs as they can help. we adopted two poms from PPR. They have worked with me extensively to help ensure that my little Baxter adjusts to his new family and that we adjust to help him. They have gone out of their way to answer all my questions and offer their advice even after I adopted. I have the utmost respect for this rescue and the people who keep it running. Keep up the great work ladies! read more

Diana and Pawsitively Pom Rescue is the best Pom rescue out there! Diana is the most caring person , she puts her heart in every dog that comes her way. Diana saves as many dogs that she can and then some. Going above and beyond everything! Diana will go to great lengths out of her way to help a Pom in need. Once they are with Diana they get the best care and love until they are ready for their perfect hand picked home! Diana is a wonderful caring person and Pawsitively Pom Rescue is perfect in every way! read more

Outstanding, compassionate rescue! I am proud to have adopted 3 pommies from them, and have fostered 2 others. They provide top notch veterinary care and give accurate pet health/ behavior profiles prior to adoption in an effort to make a perfect match. They have developed an extensive foster program, and provide hospice care when appropriate. PPR truly wants only the best for these little angels!! I will continue to be an active advocate in support of their mission! Dr Cynthia F. read more

My family fostered two brothers from PPR that were a bonded pair. They helped me through the entire process with getting then vetted, fixed and all taken care of through the entire process. We fell in love with our two boys and became foster fails. PPR are a wonderful group to work with and they put the Poms before anything else. That is how a rescue should be so dogs that had a bad start in life get to live their best lives possible with there new family!!! Wonderful group of people read more

To those of you who are saying bad things about this rescue. You are all very wrong. These people are great. I have adopted from them and have also been turned down. I have also transported dogs for them. Some of those poor babies were in bad shape and they helped heal them and take very good care of them. They are doing a wonderful job, they care so much for the welfare of their dogs. So please support them and donate to them, they are awesome. read more