I am so very impressed with our local Humane Society. In a pandemic, they have everything arranged…read morequite well, so that you can help your pet while being safe. This review is for a spay appointment we had in January, 2021. What a way to start the new year! First, the new building! It looks so beautiful from the outside. Clean, well-designed, and you can tell that it is them from the enormous dog statue inside! :) For pandemic spay appointments, you call in and reserve a spot on the calendar when they open the schedule for new bookings. I had to wait over an hour on the phone, but that is because they were closed for almost 2 months, I believe, because of the move. The phone staff were incredibly patient and kind. We drove up on the day of Rosencrantz's appointment, as directed. We waited in line while staff went car to car and ascertained who we were, and put an identifier on our car under the windshield wiper. We filled out the paperwork. Note: Everyone must be masked, and the cat had to be in a hard-sided carrier, per their emailed instructions. The staff members were masked and I felt safe in conversing with them. Then your car gets to the front of the line, and you hand over the carrier. Poor Rosencrantz was so unsure of what was going on! But I digress. At 4-4:30, you drive back and wait in line to pick up your pet. When we were able to get R, the staff member delivering her was very kind and patient with his time, while we asked questions and he gave specific directions. One thing that would have been good to put on the original directions is to quarantine them to a small room for a while, once you get home, and to have fresh litter. Upon reflection, that makes TOTAL sense, but sometimes we don't think ahead. The price was SO reasonable: $40 for a spay, and $20 for 2 vaccines. That price is much appreciated. It is able to be so low because of grants and other funding (thank you!). In all of our interactions with staff, everyone was SO kind and caring. I never felt rushed or had an unanswered question. Highly recommended!

Had an appointment to take my dog to get spayed since it's half the cost of a vets office. When you…read moreget there you have to go in sans dog to check in. I didn't think the people in the parking lot waiting for the place to open were very polite. I was the 2nd car in the lot but other people ran in front of me to check in so I became #4 (not the fault of the Humane Society!). After you check in you go get your dog, but you have to wait until the person in front of you has checked their dog in before you go. Which was kind of a problem in the freezing cold. Especially since I didn't want to lose my spot again to everyone else that was jumpy! My dog was fine after the surgery. She was drugged up so very lethargic but overall everything with the surgery went well. The staff was very nice and friendly. They were talking to the dogs and the people. I wish they would just have a better system to drop off that could be less of a run for it method!

I've worked with New Leash on Life - Chicago for a while - as both a volunteer and foster. I cannot…read moresay enough positive things about the organization. For starters, as an animal (specifically, dog) lover, I've always been drawn to spending my time volunteering for similar organization. However, as many animal lovers who have spent their time volunteering know, the majority of animal rescue groups seem to adopt an "exclusive" attitude and make it difficult for people to get involved. This couldn't be further from the philosophy at New Leash on Life (NLOL). If you want to volunteer, foster or help out in any way, the people are kind, welcoming and appreciative as the organization is completely volunteer run. They allow volunteers to be as active as they'd like to be and, if you want to become part of the "club," you can - it's as simple as that. Fostering with NLOL is easier than any other organization I'm familiar with. I love having a dog live with me (and, of course, the saving the lives of shelter dogs) but wasn't sure I was ready to have my own dog due to my work schedule and expenses. NLOL takes care of all foster dog expenses - from medical and food to transportation to the vet and events. Plus, they provide a dog walker daily, so I don't have to worry about the foster dog while I'm at work. NLOL is all foster-based, meaning that all dogs rescued are placed into foster homes, not a shelter environment. Fostering is so beneficial because it allows the organization to see a dog's true personality, as many are too frightened in shelter environments to shine. As a foster, I am able to report on the dog's demeanor, which helps NLOL match them with the best potential home. This helps with successful adoptions, since NLOL is able to recognize, through fostering, the type of environment best-suited to each dog and look for that environment in a potential adoption. While it is hard saying goodbye to my foster dogs, I know they're all going to a happy, loving home. I try to remember that, for every dog that lives with me and successfully gets adopted, another dog will be rescued from the kill shelter - in turn opening up space in the shelter for another dog. Plus, if the time comes that I cannot say goodbye to one, NLOL has a policy that allows fosters the first option to adopt. Honestly, I cannot imagine a more positive, rewarding experience. It's one of the best things I've ever done. People often say to me, "Wow - you foster dogs? That's so kind and you're giving them so much!" While that's appreciated, I often feel that the dogs give ME so much more than I ever imagined. Seeing the resilience and transformation of a scared dog learning to trust people again makes it so worthwhile and fulfilling - I will never get over how wonderful it makes me feel. With NLOL, I feel like I'm truly making a difference in the lives of dogs, which is exactly what a great dog rescue organization accomplishes.

I want to give more than 5 stars for NLOL. Our adoption counselor Jackie is just amazing in terms…read moreof support she provides! She checks in with me about the dog almost everyday provide appropriate support and guidance every time when I was faced with difficulties because the dog was not fully house trained. NLOL offers two week foster period before adoption, which is a wonderful mechanism to get to know the dog before the big commitment. I am still in the middle of the foster period but I am just beyond impressed by the support I was given. It has been an wonderful experience so far. I would recommend NLOL to everyone who is considering adopting a dog!

We adopted a wonderful cat. Staff was patient and knew the cats' personalities so were able to…read moreshare helpful insights. The facility is clean and has a warm, open feel. Would highly recommend!

They treat the animals so well here. It's great! A huge selection of kittens and cats of all types…read more They give them shots and fix them. Great place to support!

We adopted a 6 month old puppy, "Capote" from them. The whole experience was wonderful! From the…read moreapplication process on, they were thorough, and lovely. Everyone we met was super nice and cared about finding the perfect family for the puppy, without being off putting. We brought our reactive 5 yr old dog for a meet and greet. First we had them on opposite sides of the fence on leash. Once that went well, we moved our dog inside the fence, still of leash. Once that went well, we took a short walk together. After that, we went back to an exam room(they are a vet too) and got them both drinks. We filled out the final paperwork and took him home. What set them apart were the things they gave us to make the transition easier for the puppy- dog bed from his foster and crate, balance of his bag of food so we can transition, toys, and starter doses of flea/tic/heartworm meds. Just exceptional! Thank you!

We adopted Gus from Doodledee almost 7 years ago. He is a mini Sheepadoodle and is perfect for us…read more He has been extremely healthy and is fun and funny every day. He loves walking 2-3 miles every day in our parks with my husband. He fits the rhythm of our lives just as we hoped. We would highly recommend Doodledee as a breeder of quality dogs based upon our experience. While I have hundreds of pictures I'll attach only two, one from 6 1/2 years ago and another from today.

I can't say enough great things about DoodleDee Goldendoodles! Bethany was an absolute gem--so easy…read moreto communicate with and you can tell she genuinely cares about her pups and their futures. After losing my dog, she was incredibly understanding and helpful, never making me feel rushed or like it was just about the sale. Fast forward to today, and my new fur baby is home, and I couldn't be happier! He's hands down the sweetest dog I've ever had. The love and care put into him before he came home is clear--he's already house trained, knows his manners, and loves to snuggle. If you're in the market for a new furry friend, look no further. DoodleDee Goldendoodles is the place to go!

This is a GREAT rescue. We didn't end up adopting from here, but we visited and looked at a pup,…read moreand went to one of their events. The dogs all seem happy and very well cared for. The staff is great, you can tell they love these dogs. The facility was pretty nice - like a real house, with a side yard that the pups can run around in. The pups were all on the large side - I saw a couple really great dogs. I LOVE the big dogs, but I was really looking for a smaller dog. Definitely recommended to find your furry best friend!

I have been fostering with them for 6 months now and I can't say enough good things about this…read moreorganization. The staff loves their job, are on it when your foster is sick and are pros at social media marketing to show off the fosters cuteness. What I love most about this organization is that most animals are in foster homes. It gives them time to decompress and allow them to show their true potential. Future adopters are able to really get to know their likes, dislike and quirks. Don't hesitate to volunteer, foster or adopt your newest cuddle buddy

I adopted 2 domestic black cats: Leo & Midnight. They came as a pair. Background check, application…read moreprocessed, only $60.00 they both were microchip, vaccinated, spayed and neutered, ventinary check up to deem the health. The past 3 months have been fun. Midnight, is female, sits on the top of the living room chair watching out the window. Friendly, lovable, meows for me to pet her; such a stress reliever. Leo, the male, is shy. He will spend most of his time downstairs. The cats are quiet, clean, low-maintenance for the life I live. The animal control personal were very professional. The animals were shown care. I appreciated the genuine attitude the building and staff showed. If interested in a pet give a sheltered animal a chance because animals adopted from shelters typically cost less than ones purchased or even acquired for free--once you add in the cost of vaccinations, spay/neuter surgery, microchip, dewormer, and other "tide bits" included in your adoption fee, you'll probably be surprised what a bargain it is to have chosen an adopted pet. Most shelters and rescue groups conduct thorough behavioral analyses of each pet to get a better ideal that they will be the right piece for your family. Schererville Animal Control did this and told me if anything happens to please bring the pets back. I can not recommend to adopt a shelter animal anymore than buying from a pet store etc. Most pets end up homeless through no fault of their own--"moving" and "landlord issues" are the top reasons people give for relinquishing their pets, please check out your local shelter. It was definitely 100% worth it for my children and I.

We recently adopted Rufus (now Riker) and were so happy to see how well he was taken care of--even…read moreif he was only there a few days. Angela scheduled his vet/surgery appointment and we got him over there right after the weekend. We're still working through the introduction to our dog, but are hopeful that they'll be great siblings. :) I know that there are many animals that come through there, and all I have heard are good things about how Schererville AC takes care of the animals and how professional they are with everyone. Keep up the good work!

Red Door and Toni genuinely care about its rescues…read more I was introduced to Red Door by my now-wife. Despite my initial apprehension to foster rabbits, I ultimately fell in love with a large rabbit (Maxine) that we fostered and ultimately adopted. Red Door also offers pet boarding, grooming, and other "spa" services for animals at very reasonable prices that go to a great cause.

I take my bunny here for nail clipping. Recently I learned that there is a spa package. I tried it…read moreand bunny seemed pleased ;) I also enjoyed the bunny yoga, made it for the first time. Great for yoga beginners.

We had a beautiful experience here! The staff are super friendly and kind. They have beautiful,…read morewell cared for animals on site - so it can get a little noisy. Their application process was simple, though with really great questions to do their best to make successful matches. The pup we adopted stayed there a little longer due to her medication needs and our older dogs at home. We were able to go visit her for a few hours on a day before we were able to bring her home later that week. The staff were wonderful during our 'meet and greet' and definitely loved meeting our older pups! We went through great information about vet care, spay/neuter and more and they provide awesome supports for bringing home a young pup - even sending us out with puppy food. Wonderful experience!

The staff were very helpful, the facilities were clean, the animals seemed well cared for. The…read morekitten I adopted is extremely friendly, and is the sweetest little trouble maker. The problem is that, after getting her home we discovered she was still infested with tape worms. We had to get her to a vet a.s.a.p and have her de wormed .. again .. apparently. This animal should have never been put up for adoption in her condition. We paid quite a bit of money for a kitten we thought was thoroughly treated. It cost me even more money .. this facility was going to issue a partial refund for the unnecessary expense and aggravation, but NEVER followed through on it.