We are truly blessed to have such an amazing Humane Society in San Diego…read more They provide so many essential services to our community: spay/neuter, a free community pet pantry, pet training, dog licensing, lost‑and‑found support, humane euthanasia, rehoming assistance, and so much more. Their impact is huge, and there are countless ways to help -- no contribution is too big or too small. One thing I deeply appreciate is their Adoption Guarantee: If for any reason an adopter decides their new pet isn't the right fit for their home, the Humane Society will schedule an appointment to welcome the pet back -- without judgment or criticism. This level of compassion and support is rare and shows how committed they are to both animals and adopters. Some meaningful ways to get involved include: Donating money Volunteering Participating in the Dog Day Out program Supporting the Community Cat Program Fostering Adopting instead of shopping Spaying/neutering your pets Sharing or reposting their information to spread awareness The San Diego campus is next‑level -- very clean, modern, and thoughtfully designed. Across the county, they have four campuses: San Diego, Escondido, El Cajon, and Oceanside (Escondido has a great setup for livestock and farm animals). Every staff member I've interacted with has been compassionate and patient. They deal with animals in distress every single day, so a little grace goes a long way.

Very clean and well laid out. Staffed very helpful. Very impressed with the campus. The animals…read morelook like they were all eager to go home.

We met our fur baby through TAP at an adoption event in San Diego, and it was such a special…read moreexperience. The event was great. We got to meet a lot of adorable dogs, and one little guy instantly stole our hearts. What really stood out was how thoughtful and thorough TAP's process is. There was no pressure to adopt on the spot, which we really appreciated. After the event, we completed an application and received clear next steps. The following week, our foster brought him to our home so we could spend more time together. That confirmed everything we felt at the event. TAP conducted a home visit and checked our references, and it was clear throughout the process that they truly care about the well being of their animals and making the right match. Our foster was amazing, so kind and supportive. When we brought our little guy home, she sent him with his toys, some food, and a sweet note, which meant so much to us. Such a wonderful experience overall, and now our home is filled with love, laughter, and lots of snuggles.

If you're on the fence about fostering, I highly suggest this rescue. I have been with TAP since…read more2017 as a volunteer and foster. They are extremely flexible with scheduling of volunteering and there are many different types of fostering opportunities. They provide food, supplies, veterinary care, and any other items your foster dog may need. Your contribution is the home and time. They also have a coordinator that matches you with a dog/cat that will match your lifestyle or situation such as small apartment spaces or other pets/kids. The coordinator is extremely communicative and prompt. Another great option is temporary foster for when long-term fosters go on vacation or when certain animals need a foster home if the kennel is full. This is a great opportunity to do a trial run on fostering or if you can't make a longer commitment. I have fostered several dogs from this rescue and make a monthly contribution when I can't house another pup. I continue to be inspired by their amazing work. Lauren shares many videos about the very real situations and struggles of being a rescue. Funding is extremely difficult but rest assured that your time, efforts and money donated are going to an excellent place. Even sending $5 over Venmo helps put a drop in the bucket!

This charity saves dogs out of trash cans and from the streets. They are the most empathetic and…read moregive every dollar to stray and sick dogs. I have two Muttscout rescues and love them. Such sweet dogs. They make sure the dogs have their shots and are in good shape when you get them. You should see how bad they are when they start out. Definitely worth supporting.

I love Mutt Scouts. They save the dog's lives every day, and probably saved mine, too. All four of…read moremy dogs are from Mutt Scouts. I am forever grateful to this organization for everything they do for the dogs.

100 stars to this incredible, caring and compassionate team of volunteers! My heart was set on…read moreadopting a rescue, and I am so glad I discovered Second Chance. It's easy to see from the many different fur-babies on the Second Chance website--different sizes, ages, colors, breeds and needs--that these dedicated folks are committed to their mission of saving and re-homing homeless dogs. My overall experience with Second Chance was excellent. Staff responded quickly to my application for a particular pup, and I very much appreciated their responsiveness and encouragement when I was too late applying for a few different doggies. When I expressed interest in a couple of dogs that were still awaiting a loving home, Second Chance quickly put me in touch with the foster moms so I could learn more about those particular dogs. The foster moms were amazing. They were very patient with me and generous with their time in answering all my questions. By working with Second Chance, I found exactly the right fur-baby for me. It's not just my little Izzy who has been given a second chance at a wonderful life. Izzy, thanks to Second Chance, has given the same chance to me.

The most amazing group of volunteers. 100% volunteers. I've adopted from Second Chance Dog Rescue 4…read moretimes since 2013. I will continue to adopt from this organization that rescues dogs around SoCal shelters and TJ. My favorite adoption was Roscoe, a 10 yo diabetic min pin chi. I was happy to take on his medical needs and give him the best last days of his life. Never asked the rescue for a dime because they had already done their best for him. These volunteers put their own money and time while working with donations and the adoption fees. It's all 100 % done in the name of dogs. They are truly doing God's work. Saving lives is what the Lord does. And we as humans can help by adopting, fostering, donating, and volunteering. Thank you Second Chance Dog Rescue

I don't have time to write much of a review right now, but wanted to get my my five stars. Darlene…read moreWhite and the San Diego Animal Support Foundation do SO much to help local pets in need. I don't know where to start - just visit their web site and if you can spare a little extra cash, donate!

From the owner: Our mission is to increase adoptions from shelters and rescues through our PUPLICITY campaigns and…read moreMEGA adoption events, while decreasing the number of unwanted pets being born and discared by backyard breeders and irresponsible owners via our spay/neuter program.

We had such a wonderful experience here today and I felt compelled to share. Our family has been…read moregoing through a challenging time, and we were hoping to give my daughter a small moment of joy by seeing some animals. Fanila (I hope I'm spelling that correctly!), Elizabeth and the entire team were incredibly kind, patient, and welcoming. They went above and beyond to make my kids feel comfortable and special, taking the time to let them safely see and interact with the guinea pig, hamster, chinchilla, bunny, and even a chicken. You could tell how much they genuinely care -- not just about the animals, but about the people who walk through their doors. Thank you Magnifico, Daddy Hamster, Chichi, Chili, Dave and Grace Omali In a time where we really needed a little lightness, this meant more than I can fully express. Their compassion and warmth did not go unnoticed. Thank you again for creating such a special moment for our family. We will always remember it! Carolina, Sam, Amelia and Sammy

I cannot say enough good things about our experience with Wee Companions! We adopted two boy…read moreguinea pigs from Wee Companions over a year ago and continue to buy their food, bedding, and even board our piggies during family trips through Wee Companions. We have been extremely happy with their expertise and passion for our little friends. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for their own new, little family members.

The cats were very sweet,I loved petting the cats and feeding the cats a treat! They also had lots…read moreof cute stickers!

I absolutely love The Cat Lounge Rescue and Adoption Center in La Jolla! I applied to adopt online…read morebefore coming to help streamline the process in case my husband and I found the perfect companion for our 1 year old male cat. We definitely did! We tried to do the separation, but they were constantly lying by the door, sniffing, eating treats on each side of the door, as well as playing on each side of the door. After being separated for a couple of days, they met and right away they wanted to be each others' friends! Now they cuddle all the time and play all the time. They even groom each other! I am incredibly grateful for the staff at the Cat Lounge for helping match Nova with the perfect pal! They told us that little Momo was energetic, snuggly, playful, and had a similar personality to our Nova's. Nova seemed very lonely and now he is back to being our cuddly, vocal, happy boy! I am forever grateful for finding Momo here who will be loved and adored by not only my husband and I but by our cat Nova too. I appreciate how they give you lots of resources, details on their health including vet records as well as inform you about their vaccination services. I can't wait to bring Momo in for his next vaccine for him to get to see the staff there. Thank you for allowing us to adopt Momo! He is a bundle of joy and has brought so much happiness to Nova, myself, and my husband.

The Sheepadoodle puppy is a gem! She is so well-behaved, calm, let's me trim her nails without a…read morestruggle, snuggle bug, who sleeps through the night. The breeder sent us tons of videos and pictures of the littler to feel like we knew our little girl before she came home. The breeder kept us well informed on what to prepare for and the list of items we would need before pickup day. Luigis Doodles was terrific!

We got Sandy from Luigi's Goldendoodles in 2019 and decided she needed a Buddy. There is no one…read moreelse we would ever consider getting a dog from other than Luigi's. We fell in love with with this little guy and brought Buddy home in December. We are so happy we have two now. They play all day and they make us laugh all day. Two are actually easier than one. Sandy and Buddy's personalities are incredible. They are happy and healthy and so easy to train. They love everyone and everyone loves them. I attribute that all to Luigi's. Concetta, the breeder, works day and night the 8 weeks she has the puppies, to make sure we bring home happy and healthy dogs. I can't say enough about how much she cares for our puppies before we pick them up. She is amazing!! If you are looking to get a puppy this is the place to go.

Wes stopped here on a Friday at 10:00am. The person at the front was super helpful since we had a…read moregift card but it was tricky to redeem it online. They helped us out and we were able to redeem it. We got a coffee and a banana bread for items with the admission price. They recommended us not to take the food in since they have a cat that's food obsessed heehee. We loved petting the kitty's and laying with them. They have some energized cats and some chill ones. They have elder cats and younger kittens. It was a lovely experience to pet the cats and give them some love. Maybe someday we will adopt one! I'd return!!

Right off the bat, what a pleasant experience! I would be happy to visit again and give the cats…read moresome love. I made a reservation online for two for Saturday at 11AM. Each reservation cost about $24.00. That includes an hour of time with the cats, and a drink/snack from the café per person. My partner got a chai latte, and I grabbed a brown sugar(?) cinnamon roll. Both were very good! Special thank you to the barista for the recommendation and the delicious drink. The play-room itself was very nice, with plenty of seating, toys, and CATS! Even with six other guests in the same hour, there was plenty of everything to go around. As with any group of animals (and people), each had their own personality and preferences. JC stayed perched on the palm tree and loved to get pet. The older Bengal cat didn't like being touched, but was a joy to watch. Tatiana (pictured on the table) was slow to warm up to us, but loved to play with the cat dancer. There were about ten cats altogether. The employee inside clearly cares about each cat. He explained the rules clearly, shared the names and habits of each kitty, and was a pleasant guide. Thanks for a great start to our afternoon! See you again soon.