I experienced the absolute honor and pleasure of adopting Gia from Almost Home Foundation. It was…read morea wonderful heartwarming, fulfilling experience. I was absolutely broken because I had lost three of my four dogs within two months. Gia has brought so much happiness laughter and meaningfulness to my life. I could never ever thank Maryann enough for picking my application out of many. For all her endless help. I send her pictures and videos and updates on Gia. She is so gracious to not just reply but to also text me asking how my babies are I don't think you would get that kind of personal touch from a different organization. I not only got Gia but I believe I have made some friends for life I have endless gratitude and admiration for the entire organization for the selfless incredible work that they do Gerry helped me with my vet appointments setting them up reminding me. Christina is now helping me sponsor some of their elderly long term dogs that deserve a second chance. They deserve to live their golden years in a safe loving home. I have adopted before from Anti Cruelty but this by far has been the best experience I have ever had with any organization.

I have never had such a hard time trying to communicate with a shelter like I have with this one…read more They make it very difficult to adopt. I really don't get it.

What a great place to find a furry feline friend and rescue it at the same time! They are…read moreremodeling and should open the extension soon, but there are so many rooms in the original house dedicated to these beautiful little creatures! I went to go pet some furry felines one day. I decided later on to adopt a senior tabby I met. The mission of the organization is clear and they provide youu with any help you need in finDing the best friend for you. You can also volunteer tIme! They always need volunteers! Check their site for adoption hours and be sure to visit these previous babies! Take one home, too!!!

Nice facility with a wonderful group of volunteers that vibe such community and camaraderie in a…read moreconvenient location. Enjoyed all my visits and interactions with fellow cat lovers and the resident cats... in my ongoing search for a pal to my latest rescue guy.. Vincent: the sweetest prince of a feline teenager Boi ever

We have adopted 2 different dogs from Fetching tails this past year. Fetching tails responded to…read moreour inquiry almost immediately, which is amazing for a volunteer run organization. We were able to set up a time to meet the dog (each time) quickly even though I have a an irregular schedule. They took the time to make sure we knew what would be required in caring for the dogs as well as visiting our home to ensure it would be a safe and appropriate place for a pet to live. In each adoption they were very helpful and informative, never seemed bothered by my endless questions and continue to be in touch with us for updates and questions. I highly recommend viewing their adoptable dogs online or attending one of their events if you are thinking about adding a meme we to your family .

Have volunteered at this organization for a few years now. I can honestly say the people truly care…read moreabout the pups and seek to match them to the perfect forever home. They use a stepping stone method from inhale to home. The pups start in a triage shelter to ensure the dogs are healthy through vet visits, stabilize the pups after any transit, and to get to know the intricacies of the individual characteristics of the new arrivals. They use this information to pair up the dogs with foster homes, helping the pups learn how to live in a caring environment and structured routines. This helps prepare the dogs for success at the next step which is adoption. Some dogs are so well adapted to the new surroundings that they can skip ahead in the process but others need time to decompress from the trauma they experienced. Again, this places has a mission to help dogs find their perfect home. Feel free to volunteer with the organization as I do, sign up as a foster, or even adopt a new family member. You will enjoy it and appreciate this place.

I would give them 10 out of 5 stars if I could…read more The staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely care about the animals. The animals are clearly well cared for, and the adoption fee includes a lot, such as microchipping and keeping the animals up to date on their medical care. They are also happy to answer questions and provide advice, both before and after adoption. If you're considering a special-needs pet or aren't sure what type of pet would be the best fit, they'll take the time to explain the responsibilities involved and help you make an informed decision. What really sets this shelter apart is that they take the time to get to know potential adopters and make sure each adoption is a good fit for both the animal and the family. Their focus is on responsible placement and the well-being of the pets, not superficial factors. I especially appreciate that they don't judge a person's ability to provide a loving home based on their social media presence. Too often, some organizations seem to equate online popularity with being a good pet owner, but those things have little to do with one another. In fact, the amount of time someone spends building a social media following says nothing about the care, attention, and commitment they'll give a pet. This shelter evaluates people based on what truly matters: their ability and willingness to provide a safe, stable, and loving home. I adopted two kittens from them about a year and a half ago. One grew into a gentle giant, while the other stayed petite. A few weeks ago, I returned and adopted a large 3-year-old cat as a companion for my gentle giant. The adoption process was just as positive the second time around. I highly recommend this shelter to anyone considering adopting, donating, or volunteering. They are doing great work and truly have the animals' best interests at heart.

I have supported the Buddy Foundation with my Uncle before the building was built. Last time I…read morebrought my little dog for a $20 photo opt with the Easter Bunny I was the only one there. It didn't turn out well and I asked for another one! Sue screamed at me and said it was good enough! It was the last photo of my dog! Thanks for screaming at me Sue! Off my list of donations. I now give my money to Reach out in Lake County because they don't scream at me!

I adopted my bishon from Rosa and could not have made a better choice. Rosa is very professional…read moreand yet very friendly. She's concerned about who adopts one of her puppies and yes there is a contract involved. She's also very knowledgeable about the bichon frise breed and is willing to answer any question that is asked of her. If you're looking for a private bichon breeder this is who you would want to contact. I love my bichon, Quincy. Thanks Rosa you're the best

From the owner: Bichon Puppy Love is a breeding services of purebred bichon frise puppies and dogs. We specialize…read moreis breeding quality healthy and active puppies and dogs as companions for people with allergies and families with children. We breed for quality and not for quantity. All litters are planned and we do our best to mate our females with one of our males with the same qualities as one another. We do not mix breeds with other breeds, we specialize in breeding bichon frises only.

Tiny n Tall was one of the rescues I worked with while trying to find a pup that fit our family…read more I have nothing but good things to say about the staff/volunteers at Tiny n Tall: they were very communicative, responsive, and unbelievably thorough! It was clear that they have the best interest of their dogs in mind when looking for homes. They were very clear about the adoption process and requirements, and as I fulfilled each requirement, another staff member was quick to contact us for the next step. They truly worked like a well-oiled machine. I not only spoke to a few staff on the phone, but my family and I went to an adoption event in person and met them as well. EVERYONE AND the dogs were so nice!!! When I asked if certain dogs were "kid friendly" before letting my toddler approach, I was told that all of them were... and they were! My toddler enjoyed petting small dogs (sweet Percy!!!) and big ones (loveable JJ)! We were interviewed as one of 4 possible families for the dog we applied to adopt. I'm happy that she found a loving home that fit her. And even through this process, I received 2 emails from Tiny n Tall - one informing me that we were not chosen, and the other about continuing the process. I also want to state that our interviewer (Marilyn) was great in suggesting what breed/mix might best fit my family. She thought a Great Pyrenees fit our profile. I appreciate the suggestion and knowledge that Marilyn imparted on us. To sum, I recommend Tiny n Tall if you are looking for your new fur-ever dog! Happy tails!

Adopted our dog from Tiny and Tall, very impressed with their process…read more Got the best dog ever, 7 yrs ago.

There truly are not enough words to express how grateful we are to Laura and Ann for helping make…read moremy husband's dream come true by bringing our beautiful corgi puppy, Maverick, into our family. Without Laura and Ann, this would not have been possible. Their kindness, compassion, support, and dedication throughout the adoption process meant more to us than they will ever know. We are completely in love with Maverick and could not be more excited, happy, and blessed to call him ours. He has already brought so much joy into our hearts and our home. Laura and Ann, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping make this dream a reality. We will forever be grateful to you and to ARF Animal Rescue Foundation for giving us the opportunity to love Maverick and make him part of our family.

I love this group so much. We had been looking for a pup and we were referred to ARF and I have had…read moreextraordinary service! Everyone has been so nice, kind, and their dedication to their mission is unwavering. I'm so grateful to them for our Louie !!! 100% gold star

This place is awesome. The staff here is so welcoming and kind, and they really do all they can to…read moremake sure any pets in their care feel loved. Both times I've been here it was very clean and just overall a great experience. In fact, I literally travel out there all the way from River North because I trust them so much. I've gotten two outstanding cats from this place. Sashimi, the adult tabby, came home about two years ago and has been the sweetest girl - my friends call her "angel cat" because she would never hurt a fly and loves people. Maki, the baby tuxedo, is the most well socialized kitten I've ever met. She is so brave and doesn't seem to understand the concept of strangers - I definitely credit the caregivers for socializing her so well. Both so healthy and happy! Thank you Hinsdale Humane Society for being such a reliable place and taking such great care of the little ones in their care! My home is a much happier place because of what you all do!

Could not have had a better experience here! Sage, our adoption counselor, was super knowledgeable…read moreand took the time to really get to know us, answer any questions and suggest which cat would be the best fit for us. He did a phenomenal job, as the "Duchess" is already bein' a lap kitty the first night home. We're really so appreciative and are excited to give this lil' girl a loving home experience. Also this is a beautiful facility! It's heartwarming to know that these rescue animals have a wonderful space to stay until they are carefully placed in their new homes. Well done HHS!

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I'm surprised not to find Second Chance on Yelp! We adopted our two girls from them and they were…read moreextremely diligent on following up for confirmation of spaying (which is so crucial) and the foster homes they use for their animals are top notch (my sister in law is neighbors with one so I've witnessed first hand). I couldn't be happier with Second Chance and highly recommend anyone looking to adopt a cat (they occasionally have dogs but not on the norm) contact them.