They turned me way when I found a big dog in the streets and I brought him there to be sheltered. They claimed it was my dog, because I brought him in. Secondly they claimed no room for him, and would not help any further. Staff was blunt and bordered on nasty and disinterested. read more

I LOVE Stray Rescue!!!! I love all the wonderful things that they do to save the lives of ALL animals throughout the city. I follow them on IG and love watching Donna go out and complete her rescue missions, love seeing the fur-babies take their freedom rides in the jeep. I love that they have a plethora of volunteers that the fur-babies are able to be walked twice a day and receive genuine love and affection without the fear of being abused. The volunteers are serious and take their jobs very seriously and ensure that they announce themselves when bringing a fur-baby outside and inside of the premise. They take the time to actually get to know each dog so they can inform potential adopters of the dogs needs, dis-likes and likes. The staff and volunteers are dedicated to the well being and livelihood of each animal in their care. The fosters do an amazing job as well getting the fur-babies acclimated to human interaction, peaceful interactions with other animals and training. I was able to walk around the shelter and I was amazed that the majority of the dogs are housed in their own rooms and blocked from looking at each other, unless you fall into the over-flow room. The rooms that house each of dogs are clean, with cots and blankets. The over-flow room is a spacious room that is open with crates and it's quiet. I love how neat and clean they maintain the shelter. My sister recently adopted a puppy at one of their adoption events, which was held outside on the sidewalk up and down the building as well as across the street to showcase the fur-babies. What a great way to conduct a meet-n-greet for these amazing fur-babies in need of adoption instead of walking throughout the shelter. Since she adopted a puppy, we attend the FREE puppy training classes each Saturday morning. When I t in the ell you that the trainers are phenomenal, that's an understatement. They are incredibly knowledgeable and there to assist you every step of the way in your journey. I highly recommend Stray Recue!!! read more

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Terrible organization. They don't care about people or animals -- it's all about the money. Despite receiving over $5 million a year, they can't return a single phone call or email. We tried hundreds of times to get information about our dog and were completely ignored. When we went in person, they told us our dog had been placed in a foster home without our knowledge or permission. They falsely accused us of neglect and used that story to fundraise, all while ignoring our desperate efforts to bring him home. They hung up on us repeatedly, just for asking about our own pet. They kept our dog from us for eight months, used him in promotional material, and then euthanized him without telling us. This group is cruel, heartless, and dishonest -- the very things they accuse others of being. Please donate to a reputable rescue instead. The director "earns" $145,000 a year (I'm sure most of you who donate to them make far far less each year) but that is not enough for her to return phone calls or emails. Definitely too much for someone who purposely denies pets their last moments with their loving families. She needs to be replaced immediately with someone who actually has a heart read more

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I had an absolutely horrible experience with Stray Rescue. I filled out my application in the end of March & had the worst time getting any of the foster parents to actually reply. I assumed that it would take a few days, but actually ended up taking several weeks. We even drove to Stray to see if they would PLEASE re-email our application to the fosters; this was April 8th. Today I'm hearing that the foster with our #1 choice was just emailed today...the 16th. This is just TERRIBLE customer service. I do believe that Stray is good to the animals. I don't believe that their customer service is good @ all. We just love our new adopted dog, Val. She really is the sweetest, most loving dog I have EVER had. This is solely due to the foster tho. Once they were finally emailed our app, they contacted us right away. They were wonderful & answered all questions. This dog has truly been loved. read more

This place continues to keep a dog listed as "cat friendly" after it murdered my cat. They are fully aware as I have called multiple times only to be hung up on. They don't care about my cats life. The FIRST animal I adopted from them. I told them what happened and the lady on the phone who is apparently the "manager" replied "ok" and immediately hung up the phone after I told her the dog KILLED my cat. When that dog kills another animal or a CHILD next time... maybe they'll care. read more

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Absolutely LOVE Stray Rescue! We walked in to see if we could meet a puppy they had online, to find out the puppy was actually in a foster home. They gave us a tour of the facilities, let us meet all the dogs there and sent us off to an adoption event that was running down town. The foster contacted us to let us know she was bringing the puppy to the foster event for us to meet her. Needless to say, we adopted that sweet pup and have had her for almost a year now. We could not recommend this place enough. The work they do is so important for the strays in StL. read more

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Stray Rescue is a great organization!!! I've been a volunteer/sponsor for them since 2019 and recently started fostering through them. They're super helpful with the whole process and truly want what's best for the animals. read more

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I went here on April 13 with my 6 year old looking to get a puppy he was really excited about it. We found a puppy I filled out the paperwork and was told by the lady and her daughter that was housing the puppy that it would be 2 weeks due to the puppy being 6 weeks and he couldn't get shots until he was 8 weeks I said okay. I was also informed by the lady that she would need to come out and do a visit I said okay. well it's pass 2 weeks and I never heard back from the lady. and now my 6 year old keeps asking me about his dog because we went out and got tags bedding food toys everything thinking we were getting a dog he named him the moment he seen him. he is just so heartbroken about not getting a dog I really wish I would have looked around at more animals that day read more

This organization has been the top organization I have donated thousands dollars to through payments and fundraising events. Recently a volunteer did not like the friend of a foster, and as she was leaving with a dog, they took the dog back and blacklisted the foster. The dog was devastated. People have asked for clarification on Facebook, including myself, and Stray Rescue has refused to answer and blocked me on Facebook. The animals deserve better than this. Dr. Adam Sampson read more

I have spotted stray dogs and cats in my area. I was referred to call this organization for these animals to be picked up and possibly taken to find new homes. So I called this organization last September. I got no response. I called again in December, again no response. Then yet again called this past week. Again no response. If they were as great as the news claims them to be they would have had the decency to return the calls and talk to me, whether they could help me or refer me. I find this to be very poor business, even if they are a non profit organization. read more

We are trying desperately to get help finding new homes for 4 cats who recently lost their person. We called Stray Rescue for advice or help and someone named Mandy answered the line, clearly already in a bad mood from hating her job. I explained the situation, which they defined as a "surrender, " but not really because the cats are very likely to end up on the streets. They're not our cats, we're just trying to help them stay safe and cared for. Mandy abruptly told me to refer to their resource center online, but when I had a question, she responded, "You're interrupting me. Good luck with this." And literally hung up on me. I certainly hope Mandy and Stray Rescue are more compassionate with the rescue animals than they are with the people trying to help them. It was an awful experience! read more

As a huge advocate for rescues, I highly recommend Stray Rescue of St. Louis. They do amazing work by rescuing and providing impeccable care to the dogs and cats they serve. This organization is a staple for the St. Louis community. read more

I tried to adopt a kitten through this rescue and they would not let me adopt a kitten simply because I was looking for a single kitten. There is an abundance of kittens that do amazingly as solo cats. By restricting kitten adoptions to paired kittens only, not only negatively affects pet owners but also affects the kittens' lives. There are so many pet owners who can provide an amazing life to solo cats. Additionally, there are so many cats/kittens that prefer to be solo. It's very disheartening and disappointing that this rescue would rather leave kittens in small shelter cages than adopt out solo cats. read more

What is NOT to adore about Stray Rescue? Big thanks to Christine F for being an amazing planner of a UYE and getting some of us yelpers involved. The staff here is so friendly and helpful and the woman who instructed us during our UYE was so informative and got us feeling comfortable before we were loose on the street by ourselves. She explained the different color collars, how to hold the leashes, what to do if you come across another dog while you're walking one, etc. We started off walking one dog together (Gonzo wasn't really feeling it, he was a wiggly guy) and then we went out in pairs. Becca and I had an adorable little girl named Dana and I am going to be back to walk her again. She was a perfect little walker and was so very sweet... you could tell she enjoyed the exercise. The beautiful thing is that once you go through the short orientation you can go back any time to walk dogs, if it's for 20 minutes or for four hours. It's very much time well spent. The only thing I didn't expect was the smell, as silly as it sounds. Overwhelming smell of doggy. Take your allergy medicine. Amazing place and I hope all of these guys get adopted! read more

Best adoption experience ever !!! We were able to meet many dogs, but, in reality it was up to our fur baby. They required bringing in our dog to meet the dogs and see who he liked. The adoption team worked well with us, gave us advice and now I am losing my bed to two dogs. They are best friends and have been since day one. My next furry family member will come from there and I recommend them to anyone that asks about dogs. read more

Austin is a horrible person on the adoption team. I think Randy overlooks his bad behavior. Sad because I volunteered for Stray back in early 2000 and off and on since then. I don't recommend adopting from them. Renamed them stray giveaway. They give you a dog and lie about it's behavior. They use you to check out the dog's behavior. When the dog behavior is feral Austin says you owe them 100 after the dog tears up your house three times in a week without answering any calls to them about training in the first 24 hours. And then zero help in the next week. Zero stars. read more

We all know what Stray Rescue is about. We know that they always need money and volunteers. I try to do my part. Ive been there a few times recently to drop off old linens, blankets, towels etc... This is easy and something we can all do. Go through all your linen closets and see what you dont need anymore. Even dogs like 800 thread count sheets! Do what ever you can. If you can give food, money bedding, pillows, etc, they can surely use these items. Maybe your not a big dog lover, clean out those closets and help the dogs! read more

Stray Rescue recently won one million dollars from YouTube to help expand their facilities and expand the amazing work they do. How did they win this much money?? Well, they beat out every other shelter in the country (not state, COUNTRY) because they have done so much amazing work. Seriously, that's how good this place is.... The director is a professional friend of my sisters and he helps to run the organization. I am not saying this to be biased because I know for a fact that he's an incredibly nice guy, but he does an amazing job. It is a no kill organization and they put a lot of their animals into foster care to make sure they are taken care of properly. Also, they take such good care of their animals when they are in the shelter. I have had so many friends and family get their pets from them and they are always in great shape for being shelter dogs. Sweet as can be, completely vaccinated, and just...healthy. I have had a lot of rescue animals in my life, and I can tell you, that is not always the case. This is just an amazing organization. Whether you are looking for a great place to volunteer, to donate to, or to find a pet, you have to check them out. You will never find a better shelter. read more

Tried rescuing a dog from a shelter instead of buying from a breeder and they made us do a long application just to be rude to us, and tell us that they won't rehome a dog with us because we rehomed our previous dogs due to the fact we moved from California to Missouri. The ladies acted as if we were dog abusers, super rude people and super aggressive. Shouldn't be that hard to rescue a dog from a shelter. read more

Stray Rescue is a wonderful organization that rescues stray dogs from the city. Those that can be approached are brought to one of their two shelters (that have limited space) or more frequently are put in foster homes. The many volunteers that open their homes to these dogs are amazing. Not to forget those that drive around the city leaving dog food and ice water in the summer and build little homes for these poor animals to stay warm in for the winter. If you're looking for an opportunity to volunteer, I highly recommend Stray Rescue (www.strayrescue.org). Even if fostering isn't for you, there is plenty of help needed taking care of the wonderful dogs (and cats) in the shelter and helping out with fundraising and very fun events. read more

The work that stray rescue does by risking themselves to save pups who have been neglected and abused is beyond words. They also provide life saving procedures and medical attention to all dogs and cats they save from streets and cruel people who abuse and neglect them. They are socialized, trainee and loved before they are placed for adoption to find a good home. read more

I wish I could say I have had a better experience with this organization. I have called them several times about strays in the city since they took over the duties of the old city pound and have been told both times that they do not catch stray dogs and on one occasion the person told me the dog had probably been run over and killed already so it was pointless. I once attempted to adopt a dog from them and it was brought out to me from the back and I was not allowed to see its living conditions which was a bit strange to me. I am not a fan of this group and could list more of my negative experiences with them but I will not. read more

Stray Rescue will always hold a special place in my heart. I've been a part of the Stray Rescue family since 2009, when I started volunteering & fostering. I did my research on local animal shelters and knew I would need to work at a no-kill shelter (I couldn't bear to work with dogs that may be euthanized) --so I attended an orientation & didn't look back. Fast forward 4 years & I can't believe how far they've come. This place is truly a testament to "fighting for what you believe in". I love how Randy (the founder) keeps their website & social media up-to-date and engages with thousands of followers. He constantly posts videos of the rescues he's done & photos of dogs in need. Support this cause in any way and you won't be disappointed! Stray Rescue 101 * Attend a quick VOLUNTEER training & get approved to walk dogs whenever you have time. * Fill out some forms & you can even FOSTER dogs- this is such a rewarding opportunity- I encourage you to try it out. You can pick a dog from the shelter & take them home until they get adopted. * DONATE- they're always in need of supplies (bedding, laundry detergent, etc.) & of course dinero * ADVOCATE- probably the easiest option- TALK about Stray Rescue- know someone who wants a dog? Direct them to Stray Rescue instead of a breeder. read more

I work with rescue organizations all over the country, the world really, and there are few with the scope of programs, size of operations, and depth of knowledge as Stray Rescue of St. Louis. The people here care deeply for the lives of the animals they save. They care about their community. I constantly marvel at their dedication. When you are looking to add to your family, please visit them and find your fur-ever friend. Save a life. Adopt don't shop. read more

Stray Rescue is an amazing organization!These people care about each and every dog within the walls of the shelter and throughout this city. I love how, at this shelter, you don't pick the dog, the dog picks you. That is how we ended up with the sweetest dog, Winnie. The staff is patient, kind, and understanding. They walked us through the adoption step by step and were incredibly accommodating . I am beyond impressed with their compassion and professionalism. Thank you Stray Rescue! read more

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I love the idea behind stray rescue and i LOVE our adopted MIss B. She is the best little addition to our family. We started off as foster parents to her and having fostered in the past we were excited to be part of such a large group. Sadly the fosters for the most part, seemed to be a bit on the clicky side and weren't the most welcoming to new-comers. The people that work at the shelter, Barbie for instance was amazing and always on the ball. She answered emails quick, phone calls within a day and truly cares about the pups. Anyone thinking of adopting or fostering, or anything here should read the book "don't dump the dog" it gives great advice from the founder. When you finish the book, then you have the best ideas of what would be expected of anyone helping stray rescue. Mostly, thank you for our lovely and wonderful dog!!! read more

Went here the day after thanksgiving to see if a dog I had found was microchipped. They found and contacted the owner for me. Once the owner arrived the woman who helped me see if the dog was chipped stayed outside to make sure the owner was who they said they were. I felt very comfortable and would reccommend stray rescue to anyone!!! read more

Stray Rescue has a very special place in my heart. As a dog lover, I am overjoyed to have discovered this no-kill animal shelter in St. Louis. The downtown location is directly across from my work- and that's how I discovered it. My family adopted a beautiful- gorgeous- rottweiler mix from this shelter. Frank had a tough year and a half on the streets of St. Louis, but Stray Rescue took good care of him. Now we are blessed to have him in our home. The $75 adoption fee included Frank, of course, a nice adoption packet, his neuter surgery, and the services of a professional trainer for as long as we have Frank. Sylviacame to our house and gave us some wonderful tips on how to train Frank to behave on walks, toward guests, etc. This organization is fantastic. If you are considering dog ownership, I strongly recommend visiting the shelter. Volunteers kindly walk you through the whole vicinity so you can see all of the dogs in person. read more

This is a wonderful organization who saves countless animal lives. Many people are irresponsible and cruel when it comes to dogs in St. Louis City. stray Rescue continues to advocate for safe ownership of animals. The on-site vet team does the dirty work with saving dogs or ending their suffering. The organization holds the city and her citizens responsible for their actions when it comes to animal management. Always a great place to volunteer and get some exercising walking pups read more

When Christine F. organized a 'Do Good, Feel Good' Unofficial Yelp Event here last month, I knew I had to be a part of it. Admittedly, I'm more of a cat person, but when it comes to animals in need, I don't pick and choose which ones I want to help. Bring on the doggies! Stray Rescue is such an amazing organization with the best volunteers. Seriously. Everyone who was working there really cared about these dogs and wanted the absolute best for them. It was evident. While there, we walked a bunch of the dogs, which was a lot of fun. Those pups have some serious energy! I loved it. And I may have fallen in love with a dog or two. I wish I could take them all in! The volunteer coordinator spoke of a possible future program that would match up some of the super energetic dogs with runners. So instead of walking the dogs, we'd be able to RUN with them! If that program gets off the ground, you KNOW I'm going to be all over it. If you have a few extra hours on hand, I highly recommend volunteering at Stray Rescue. I know I'll be back. read more

I absolutely respect what Stray Rescue is about, but I would be remiss not to call them out on their lack of professionalism: my partner and I adopted a dog from them in November 2017, and we've tried to take advantage of the free dog training they advertise upon adoption of the pet, but every time we call to enroll our pet into training, they always say the classes are already in progress - and that's only if we're lucky to catch a live person on the phone (we've also left a plethora of messages that were never even so much as acknowledged). On a recent occasion, the latest excuse given was that they're switching training companies, and the woman said someone would call us back - and naturally, no one ever did. This is RIDICULOUS. Our pooch is the sweetest girl ever, but she needs professional training, and it's truly disappointing and infuriating that Stray Rescue has turned a deaf ear to our repeated requests for assistance. Quite lame, to say the least. I'd call and lodge a formal complaint, but there's never anyone around to answer the damn phone. read more

Help we really need some advice. I have tried to reach out to your company for a while now . I have asked for someone to call me back to help us with what should we do about our dog that WE got from your company 6 years ago!! We are displaced and don't know what to do with Ross till we find a place to stay. We are willing to give him to the dog shelter at least until the 1st of the month and we will pay the fees so that we can get him back we don't want to have to do this BUT we will. I have tried talk with someone but no one had called me back prior to being evicted but here we are now we don't even have a place to live let alone bring our poor doggie :( read more

Stray Rescue had very poor costumer service. One of the staff members in particular was very rude and had very little patience with us. I ended up leaving without going through with the adoption process. I also left very frustrated and aggravated. read more

Stray rescue lies about the breeds of dogs they adopt out. Rather than call the pit bulls "pit bulls" they mislabel them as "terrier mix". This is done to deceive families with young children into adopting a dangerous breed of dog. I walked through and was disappointed to see so many pit bulls labeled as terrier mixes so I left. And since I've written this Stray Rescue has sent their people to threaten me through Yelp! Wow stay classy Stray Rescue read more

Wow, don't deal with these people, especially, Andrea! For over a month I have attempted to adopt, a dog! Hell I might as well of had a tooth extracted. Followed all the procedures, waited @ my house till 2:30, past Saturday, Peggy was suppose to let me see her foster pups, nothing! So I called her, just left me hanging... So many animals, running the streets, homeless, abused, killed etc. Don't deal w this place @ all! Lastly, I lost my dog 7 months ago, just wanted to fill that void!!! Told her I'll just get a gold fish! What a damn joke.... Enough said read more

I started to volunteer here today & absolutely loved it. I came here to get over my fear of dogs & to learn dog psychology due to my bad neighbor's dog(s). After today, I have come to appreciate animal shelters. The volunteers are kind animal lovers who are patient with newbies like me. The dogs are sooo wonderful & loving & don't behave like my bad neighbor's dogs. Makes me want to adopt the dogs. I still have a little bit of dog fear in me, but it's going to slowly go away after a few more volunteer sessions. read more

This is a great organization helping dogs and fun to volunteer with if you love dogs. My wife and I take foster dogs and puppies as we are able and help with the placement process. Very fun and rewarding. read more

Stray Rescue is an amazing rescue organization that St. Louis should be very proud to have. They have rescue countless animals off of the street and from horrible conditions and rehabilitated them and found loving homes with wonderful families. Unfortunately, there are hundreds more who will need help so their work is never ending. Recently, they have moved into a new large location Downtown. After the city dog pound finally shut it's doors on it's decapitated old building, SR stepped up to the plate to help out those dogs and cats. Randy Grimm is the founder of this group and his heart is so full of compassion and eagerness to help animals in need that it's contagious. Many others have come forward to lend their time and money to his dream of getting these dogs off the streets. The new building is coming along nicely, and they are in need of MANY, MANY volunteers to help there. Do you have an extra hour before work where you can stop by and walk some of the dogs? Maybe you have some old blankets or towels that they could use? The new place is on Pine and 23rd street Downtown.....just visit the website to fill out the volunteer application, or stop in early in the morning and fill one out there and start walkin'! I would advise to wear tennis shoes, and earplugs. Fingerless gloves would also be nice for walking those bigger dogs who need some leash manners. Of course foster homes are greatly needed, but maybe that's not for you and you still want to help. This would be a perfect way to do this. read more

There is a person at stray rescue who identifies herself as Julie, and says she's the manager. This person is so rude and condescending and turned out to be downright hateful. I tried to have a conversation with her regarding a referral for pet sitting, As I was given one earlier by somebody else who answered the phone. I asked to speak to this person and Julie told me there was no way this person could speak to me and when I suggested that she leave her a message she refused to do it and instructed me not to call back there again. I want rude, ignorant people like this to be considered when you're making your donation. No, the animals should not suffer I agree, I have personally donated money, but I also don't think that rude ignorant people are to be answering the telephone and treating prospective donors/clients in this manner! Perhaps this will shed the attention and light on the powers that be to make some changes! read more

Stray Rescue replied to my review and explained that both procedures could not safely be performed at the same time. Although I wish they would have explained that to us originally and asked that we schedule the neutering for a different time, we are still getting our dog neutered there free of charge per our initial conversations. Because of this, I feel that our issue has been resolved. I am appreciative of Stray Rescue for keeping my pet's safety in mind and for their work in our community. read more