Every time I go there, I am greeted by so many enthusiastic people who are there to truly help…read more Even if you don't need help and just want a friendly ear, someone is there for that! they have many programs and services for all. Highly recommend :-)

Have you ever heard of an LGBTQ center that doesn't have an onsite gay men's support group? Under…read more"Services" they offer a "list" of "various programs" which included exactly ONE weekly Narc Anon meeting. No AA 12 step meeting. Under the "Programs" section of the website, there is an HIV group that meets ONCE a month. There is no onsite seniors group meeting. It's a flashy website that looks great and seems to promise a lot but when you dig into it and actually visit the location you're told to find a support group on Zoom or offsite somewhere. And the atmosphere is not friendly; it's cold. But there are multiple links for donating money.

The sweetest elderly work here and profits go to local causes around town. Pricing is reasonable.read more

Love wandering around this place because you never know what treasures you'll find and I love…read moresupporting them!

I wish I could give more than 5 stars!…read more I have been patient in looking to add a kitten/cat to our family and stumbled across Marigold on a fosters Instagram page which prompted me to submit an application. Kat reached out the very next day after reviewing our application and pre approved us. Yelena reached out for all coordination afterwards. Marigold was not even posted on the rescues page but they were so kind and were able to get us in to meet her. The foster mom (and dad) were wonderful and have been doing this for so long (60+ kitties). We instantly fell in love with Marigold and were able to be selected to adopt her (pat on our back for being able to provide a good home). She came from a hoarder home and was lucky to survive from malnutrition. We came back to get her after getting she completed her shots/spayed. Not even 24 hours in, my one year old tabby loves her and she is settling in perfectly. I will say I have had not so great experiences with other rescues in the area and Dirty Little Paws surpassed all expectations! I hope one day I can repay them and foster another baby in need.

I called with a simple question about rehoming a cat for a family member and was surprised by how…read morehostile and judgmental the interaction was. I was cut off, accused of wanting to "dump a cat," and spoken to in an unprofessional manner. The experience felt unnecessarily confrontational and upsetting. Unfortunately, I would not recommend based on this interaction.

Best goodwill for cookware gems. I got cornware and a cast iron skillet for great prices. Idk about…read morethe clothes and shoes at this spot, there's something for everyone but it really is a hit or miss. I never purchased clothes from here that I love, I just go straight to the back. I can tell the employees aren't picking the best stuff for themselves which I appreciate.

This is by far one of my favorite locations. I live in vista, so I go to all the ones over there,…read morebut when I got to this one, everything was super neat, they actually had things organized in their own locations plus the staff was very helpful, especially one lady that I was joking around with my daughter which I thought was the sweetest thing her name is Angela, she made a big impression on us securing a regular visit as often as we can on our what we call "treasure hunting days" thank you mrs. Oporesa I hope I got that right

I have volunteered for many organizations and this is by far, THE BEST. Their strategies are well…read morethought out. They have thousands of loyal volunteers who are very committed to their cause. Puppy raisers are not paid and accept the fact ahead of time that they will pay the costs of raising the puppy - that is part of their contribution to the cause. If there are unexpected medical bills, CC is able to help fund those. Puppy raisers sign documents that, among other things, explain that the puppy is always owned by the organization. They have a long wait list for these extremely well trained dogs, and vet the potential recipients so that the dogs go to the best fit and who is able to handle the dog. They have high expectations of their puppy raisers for good reason. Lives depend on these dogs and they have to perform perfectly. Having said that, they are extremely supportive of their raisers with in-person classes, sessions, videos, and manuals. From a donor's perspective, they run 'lean and mean' saving money for the real purpose of the organization - raising the best service dog puppies in the world. It is hard to understand the poor reviews given here. They should visit the campus and see for themselves.

They ask volunteers who raise puppies to not only pay all vet bills and food and training if not at…read moretheir site but on top of that take the kindest volunteer who has raised many dogs and refuse to give her another dog to raise when all they needed to do was give better guidance if the volunteer wasn't doing what they needed. To fire a volunteer is HEARTLESS was so proud to be raising. The only way should fire is if abuse..which my life is dedicated to dogs

WOW! They have a huge selection of clothes- I was not expecting such a big shop, to be honest. The…read morestaff are SO FRIENDLY! It's a clean and calm store, the prices are extremely reasonable, and it all goes to an AMAZING cause!

This used to be our go-to thrift store in the area, because they did have very nice items, but…read morethings have changed significantly over the last several months. First and foremost: their prices are RIDICULOUS, when they didn't use to be just six months ago. They have always been slightly higher than an average thrift store, because their products have been somewhat nicer, but not THAT nice. The last three or four times we've stopped by to browse, we've seen that their prices have DOUBLED or TRIPLED, to the point that they are now, honestly, just as, if not more costly than comparative items bought NEW (!) at retail outlets like Ross or TJ Maxx. This last time I was there, just a couple of days ago, they wanted $4-5 for a USED TEACUP, and $20 for a tiny little 5 x 7 framed print that would have cost $5 bucks at the TWO larger thrift stores that are literally about a stone's throw away, in shopping centers across the street. I was shocked - I doubt that print would have cost $20 when it was NEW! Suffice to say, I didn't buy it... or anything else. We have donated MANY good-quality, gently used items over the past six or seven years, but I will no longer be doing so, at least for the foreseeable future, as this place is, in my opinion, simply put, price-gouging customers. I even mentioned the exorbitant price increases to several associates, who merely smirked and laughed it off. It's not going to be funny when you can't pay your rent, because their customers are going elsewhere - literally, across the street. In addition, as several other reviewers have mentioned, I have also noticed that the staff they now have working there have become very rude and dismissive. Their attitudes have completely changed, compared to even just a few months ago, so I don't know what's happening with this place. So, to that end: I have decided to vote with my wallet and go elsewhere. For example: today, I have been accumulating a large bag of clothing and various household items that I intended to donate when I'm up that way ... but I will be taking it to the Goodwill across the street. I'm not going to support a business which is, in my opinion, ripping people off and who employs associates who are just snide and discourteous. They need to remember, if they want to stay in business, that there are THREE thrift stores almost literally within a stone's throw, just across the street from each other, so their practices and attitudes are going to cost them, as their former customers will just start going elsewhere. I'll stop by in a couple of months to see if anything has changed, in terms of their pricing... and, if not, I hate to say it, but, they've lost a very longtime, loyal customer. Do better, y'all. This is a THRIFT STORE, not a consignment shop or a boutique. You're selling hand-me-downs that the community has donated to a CHARITY. To the owner or upper management: tell those women you have working there to come down off their high-horse and behave like it.

On Instagram you suggested that one of the dogs was going to be put down and to please make a…read moredonation to try and save the rest of them. We have rescued and fostered 25 dogs and 32 cats. I'm living on social security and don't receive any funds to take care of those animals and I am offended that you would suggest one of the dogs is going to be put down so donate to save lives of the others instead of focusing all the great things that you do which is reflected in the reviews of people who have worked with you. Very disappointed.

I adopted my new girl Shelby from Wagging Dog rescue a little over three weeks ago at a pet…read moreadoption event in Encinitas. It appears that they have dedicated foster parents who help transition these pups from shelter life to permanent placement in their forever homes. They were very honest with us about the dog we were adopting struggles with timidness and fear. They sent someone to do a home visit and we had to do an initial foster to adopt agreement for 2 weeks. If all worked out fine for both Shelby and our family then we were cleared to adopt. Which we did last Thursday. Shelby has had all her initial shots, was spayed and treated for fleas when we adopted her. All we needed to do was provide the love. Done. I would highly recommend Wagging Dog Rescue to anyone who is considering adopting a new member of their family.