I had been looking for quite a while when I filled out an application @ A New Life Charitable Foundation. I was contacted by Marialyn, who was both very professional and so helpful. I called about one dog, but after hearing I had young grandchildren, she suggested another one. I cannot tell you how incredibly grateful I am that she did! I've had my darling fur baby for two weeks and I could not be more appreciative. Adopting a dog can be hard, but Marialyn guided me perfectly through the process! read more

A New Life Charitable Foundation - Pet Adoption Near Me

I found this rescue online as I was searching for a new pet to add to our home! I submitted an application and just a few hours later I got a text to setup a video call. We did the video call that night and learned we were a match for Molly! We scheduled her pickup for that Saturday. Saturday morning everything went as planned. We were provided with her full medical record as well as suggestions for making her transition as smooth as possible. We already love Molly and are so happy with our adoption experience!! Thank you to Marialyn and A New Life Rescue! read more

Horrible pet adoption agency. Unethical practices , their volunteers are verbally abusive and harrass the adoptees. I adopted a small dog from them, after I paid $500 for the adoption and received the contract I received a call from the fostercare requesting the dog back because she wanted to adopt her. I was bombarded with texst and calls from her and nother male volunteer. I was threaten with a lawsuit and was told I was going to lose more than the cost of the dog. It got so bad I called the police. I have all the text saved just in case this ends in court plus the number of police report and name of deputty. read more

A New Life Charitable Foundation - Pet Adoption Near Me

The dogs are adorable I went by for an adoption event and couldn't resist so I adopted a dog!! I can't wait to take the dog home!! Im very thankful for the amazing customer service! The value is great too because they come fully spayed, vaccinated and micro chipped. read more

I can't thank A New Life Rescue Foundation enough for bringing Strudel into my life. After losing my beloved Pancake, I was looking for a new furry friend, and Strudel has been the perfect addition. Ruth was incredibly supportive and professional throughout the entire adoption process. They made sure Strudel was a great match for my home, and you can tell how much they care about the animals they rescue. They operate out of San Diego and have a wonderful network in Mexico as well. If you're looking to adopt, I highly recommend them. They truly bring new life not only to the animals but to the families they join. read more

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I previously gave them a 5-star review using my old account (when I adopted my first dog) but here's the update. I give them a solid 3-star now - here's why: (1) When I adopted my senior pug, he still had stitches from his neuter surgery. It had been like 6 weeks post op. Some stitches looked buried under the skin. I called Ruth and she sent a "nurse" over. A very nice lady. She brough a little kit which she said hadn't used since nursing school. She's probably in her 50's. That worried me a bit but I went ahead and had her try to remove the stitches using her scissors. Well the scissors were too dull and my dog yelped. So she and I decided to stop there and that I should contact my vet. Well ok. that happens. (2) My dog wouldn't eat. I thought he was nervous in the new environment. I waited a few weeks but then I realized his teeth were rotten. I emailed Ruth and asked if they did dental checkups and she says, "If there's something wrong with the mouth, the vet does an inspection and dental work" (See attached photo). I am shocked at this point because, how do you miss such significant dental issues when you're vetting a dog? Rotten teeth in senior rescues - shouldn't that be one of the first things (and the easiest things) you could detect? I would at least expect the rescue to be transparent at the time of adoption and inform the adoptee that the dog will need extensive dental work. I called Ruth but the conversation got rather heated, she just yelled "we NEVER do dental work!" So there you go - some conflicting information but I wanted to get my dog's teeth fixed. Ruth did agree to ask Lucy if they would authorize sending my dog to Mexico to get his teeth taken care of, and that the rescue *might* cover half of the expense. I was so fed up at this point. It's not just about the expense. Had I known my senior dog needed dental work, I would have signed him up for it THE DAY I GOT HIM. Poor guy waited for weeks for his dental to be done, which, by the way, resulted in 8 extractions. My vet (Dr. D at Paradise Vet Hospital) was in disbelief that my dog came in such a poor condition and wanted to know what rescue I got my dog from. She was also nice enough to refer us to Anicira since it would have been over $3,000 at her clinic. I wasn't going to send my senior dog, who was in pain and distress, over the border to add to the stress so I had it done at Anicira. A great clinic. I do believe Ruth and Lucy and everyone else are genuinely concerned and compassionate about the dogs. I just think they're stretched thin and aren't vetting the dogs properly. Ruth said my dog was at a home in TJ where they had 10-15 dogs. They can't give dogs any toys because they would fight over it. That's over capacity. Is it better than living on the street? Maybe. I don't really know. It just feels to me like they're doing more than what they're capable of and failing as a result. read more

A New Life Charitable Foundation - Pet Adoption Near Me

Wonderful experience. Very easy to foster and adopt. The volunteers are exceptional, caring people. Our dog fit into our family beautifully . Recommending A New Life Rescue to my friends. read more

Super friendly staff and fosters. I was contacted the same day i filled out the application. I met him the next day and adopted him the day after. Such a warm welcoming energy from Vanessa. Our baby's foster Debbie was incredible with so many helpful suggestions and support for the whole process. Loved the slow warm and neutral ground meet and greet for our dogs with their new baby brother. We have definitely found our little dream guy and we are so excited to give him the care and love he deserves. read more

We adopted our sweet dog from A New Life last weekend. They are an amazing organization that rescues abandoned dogs from Mexico and San Diego and finds them good, loving homes. Our sweet little dog was found abandoned on the streets in Tijuana at just 3 months old which just makes me so sad but I am so grateful that this wonderful organization saved her and that she now lives with us and will be loved and cared for forever. I appreciated that they wanted to know details about our house, our other dogs, our work schedules, etc to make sure we would be a good fit. The volunteers do really great work and I feel very good about supporting such an ethical organization. I have already recommended them to other people who are thinking about getting dogs. Rescue is always the way to go, and this is a really great organization with wonderful people who really care. read more

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We weren't planning to get a dog for a little while longer but when I walked past this puppy at Dog Days and saw her lying on her back and batting up at her mother and sister, it all went downhill fast. Popcorn Lucy Grumbles (Poppy Lu) is family now and, except for puppy teeth and housebreaking, she's wonderful. Little dog, big attitude. We love her! read more

A New Life Charitable Foundation - Popcorn Lucy Grumbles aka Poppy Lu - Pet Adoption Near Me

Thank you so much to Ruth and A New Life Rescue for helping my family find Jordan. I had some pretty specific things I was looking for (!) and Ruth was so committed to helping me find a pup that worked for our family. And that she did! Jordan has brought so much joy and silliness to our home in the weeks we have had him. I am so grateful to this rescue for saving my boy and bringing him to me. Overall, this rescue was wonderful in communicating with me and I appreciated having a two-week foster period to make sure all went well with the dog we already had. I have worked with other rescues before and A New Life has been my favorite so far. read more

A New Life Charitable Foundation - Pet Adoption Near Me

We adopted a pup with the help of Ruth and had a great experience. She reached out to me within hours of submitting my application. We talked through the different pups that might be a fit and we ended up with a real gem. I can't believe this precious pup was found wandering the streets in TJ. I'm so glad to be a part of giving her a safe happy life. It has been incredible to see how quickly she has come out of her shell in just a couple days. She was cowering when we first met, but very sweet nonetheless. Now she is energetic, curious and playful in just a few days. Adoption fees are standard. No surprises. They made sure I had all her records and let me know what the pup needs next at the vet. I'm grateful to have been matched up with this cutie. I look forward to years of good times with her. read more

My first time getting a rescue pet and they were wonderful to work with on every level. Ruth's suggestions to acclimate Violet (formerly Francesca ) into my home or right on point!! I realize now I needed her as much as she needed me thank you new life, and Ruth read more

A New Life Charitable Foundation - This is Violet (formerly Francesca ) - Pet Adoption Near Me

I adopted one of my pups from ANLCF in January. The whole adoption process was very thorough, organized and easy to navigate. I highly recommend ANLCF for adoptions! I adore my dog Zola, and I am so thankful for the resources at ANLCF! read more

A New Life Charitable Foundation - Zola - Pet Adoption Near Me

We adopted our sweet Gracie girl from A New Life and had a wonderful experience. I contacted the organization through their website and was connected quickly to Ruth, a kind-hearted volunteer. My husband and I had a phone interview with her to see if our chosen pup would be a good fit. The process was smooth and aimed at protecting the animal and providing the adoptive parents with the right pet for them. I appreciate their love, care, and protection of their rescues. We met our precious pup on Saturday and it was love at first sight. She's the perfect addition to our family and we are blessed to call her ours. Thank you New Life for all you do to make ours and other pet parents' dreams come true! I highly recommend this incredible organize for anyone looking to adopt their next pet. read more

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We just went through a wonderful adoption with A New Life with Ruth. She's wonderfully honest, communicative, understanding & insightful about their rescue work, their dogs & finding the right homes. I didn't think I was ready to adopt a dog quite yet after losing our long time companion & so I began to look into fostering. The organization allows you to foster to adopt if you're unsure if you're ready but can commit to at least fostering a dog until it's adoption - which I was. This was the 2nd dog I fostered & this time "failed" & got to finalize my adoption of the most wonderful little boy from Tijuana. The logistics of this rescue with their foster homes in Tijuana is efficient & the dogs appear well looked after, have all the up to date shots, medical records, neutered & are micro chipped included in the standard & appropriate adoption fee. They have wonderful people at this organization & so many wonderful dogs to align with. Thank you, Ruth! We love our Chiquito so much, he's the best! read more

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We love our new dog! A New Life goes above and beyond anything I could have expected! Every concern was addressed. Our dog came home to our house as a foster and we fell in love with her instantly! During our foster care time they were very concerned about her health and was very involved in how she was on a daily basis. I could not be any more happy with our experience. I highly recommend this organization that does such amazing work getting dogs paired with new owners! read more

A New Life Charitable Foundation - Charlie - Pet Adoption Near Me

When we started looking for a playmate for our dog, we did't know where our journey would take us. We started on Petfinder, found the sweetest little guy, fill out an application and waited. A day or two later, we were contacted by a volunteer from A New Life to chat chat about the adoption process. She was wonderful, caring, compassionate and passionate about what she was doing. A few days later, we drove down from LA to SD to meet the little guys and fell in love. We took him the same day and haven't looked back. The little guy was meant to be a part of our family. Our two little boys have bonded like they were litter mates and are inseparable. It makes our heart happy to see them. It wasn't until recently that we found out about our latest family members history and realized what an amazing job A New Life does. They reach out to the forgotten homeless dogs and get them into warm homes and make sure they have full bellies. It breaks my heart to know what my little guy went through, but thank goodness for A New life! We call him Mr. Happy-Go-Lucky. He is a joy to have around and can't thank the Foundation enough for rescuing him! read more

We adopted a dog with the help of Ruth and the ANLCF rescue and are so pleased with how well it all went. Immediately following our application being filled out she was calling and did a thorough job making sure the environment we were in was set up for success of the dog we were adopting. She also helped answer questions and give guidance on everything from introducing her to our other dog in the house to giving her medication. We fostered first to make sure she was a good fit with our other dog and it has been such an easy adjustment. She was already housbroken and used to being around dogs. Her love and energy completes our family so well. We couldn't be happier with our decision to adopt Ellie (Leona) from ANLCF. We hope this inspires others to do the same. read more

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We had a fantastic adoption experience with A New Life. We started volunteering as a foster but quickly fell in love with our pup. Ruth and team had clear communication and made the adoption process straightforward, giving the guidance we needed as new pet parents. You can tell everyone involved with the rescue is genuine and cares about the well-being of every animal, making sure they go to good homes. read more

A New Life Charitable Foundation - Pet Adoption Near Me

We adopted a Bulldog from this "rescue" in 2024- he was not properly vetted. I called the rescue after we brought him home- and said there is something wrong-we did X Rays and he had spinal stenosis and degenerative disc disease. He seemed to be in Pain. We put him on Carprofen-cooked his food and bought him a wagon because he could hardly walk. They said Oh he's fine-our vet in TJ saw him. Then he started getting sick-his stomach was hurting and he had diarrhea. Last weekend we rushed him to Animal ER (6K) and they did an Ultrasound. He had Colon Cancer and was adopted out with CANCER. We had to make the hard decision to euthanize him. We spent over 10 K on this dog. We have always had Bulldogs and are very educated on the breed. I literally work in Animal welfare- my gut told me there was something really wrong with him. Dogs should be properly vetted if you are adopting them out as a 501C. I will only deal with a real Bulldog rescue for our next dog or go to a breeder. Poor Bulldog (Rocco) should have never been adopted out with so many health issues. read more

I could not be happier with our new addition to the family thanks to Ruth and the team at A New Life Rescue! Everyone was so kind, responsive and our dog is just a dream come true. From the minute I submitted the application, I was contacted so quickly and able to set up a time to meet our dog. Ruth was so great about checking for what kind of animal we were looking for to be sure it was the right fit. I felt so comfortable with adopting from A New Life Rescue and the dogs available are so nice. You can't imagine how helpful it is to be able to see a breed or temperament that you're looking for, and the dog is actually available when you want to schedule a time to visit. Not to mention we were given our own time to meet with the dog under no pressure. I would absolutely recommend this amazing organization to anyone looking for an incredible dog that needs a great home and a fresh lease on life. Thank you!! read more

A New Life Charitable Foundation - Our amazing adopted doggo. - Pet Adoption Near Me

Five stars simply aren't enough for the wonderful purpose and staff of ANLCF. We were very fortunate to become part of the ANLCF family when our boy came to rule our roost 3 years ago. We love everyone and everything about ANLCF. read more

I don't often write negative reviews, but I hope this helps others. I applied to adopt a deaf dog described as gentle and without behavioral issues from ANLCF through petfinder.com. I had both a phone interview and a video tour of my home. During the call, I was told the dog had no behavioral problems, though house training was uncertain. I was open to training sessions and was told to see how it goes, as I might not even need a trainer. This gave me hope. However, when the dog arrived, it became evident he was not house-trained, had severe separation anxiety, and exhibited multiple behavioral issues. Feeling overwhelmed, I took him to a reputable trainer who expressed serious concerns, noting this was one of the most challenging cases he had encountered due to the dog's age, deafness, opposition, and lack of prior training. When I inquired about the meet-and-greet process, I learned that I would need to purchase all supplies in advance and be prepared to take the dog home the same day. When discussing what size collar to buy, the person I spoke with admitted she hadn't seen the dog, suggesting a medium based on his weight. However, when I met him, it was clear he needed a large. This raised questions about the level of oversight and communication regarding the dogs' care and details before adoption. At pickup, I was quickly asked to sign a contract stating I couldn't get my money back and that I was fully responsible for any issues, even if the dog was sick. Looking back, the quickness of the process felt sketchy. Despite the website's claims that all dogs are behaviorally cleared and that training is provided, my experience did not reflect this. After a challenging week, I returned the dog, who was then placed with an experienced foster. She found the dog too difficult and was surprised they had allowed me to adopt him. I didn't receive a refund, and the dog was reposted as perfect for adoption at the same price. While I understand the importance of finding homes for vulnerable dogs, better preparation and honesty are crucial to prevent dogs from being shuffled between homes. I spent a significant amount on adoption fees, supplies, food, and training. In the future, I'll adopt through a rescue that allows me to meet or foster the dog first and ensures the information provided is accurate. read more

We were so impressed with A New Life pet rescue when we recently adopted our new dog. They provide lots of information about the dog(s) you are interested in, which are easy to browse through on their website (or Petfinder). The application form is thorough, which makes you really think about how you are going to make sure you will be able to provide a good home for the dog. Everything we needed to know about the adoption process was explained during the interview with Ruth, and the Meet 'n Greet in the park was a great way to get to know Maya a little (and give her some exercise!) before bringing her home with us. This group really cares about helping dogs who were in bad circumstances, and finding them a safe new home! read more

A New Life Charitable Foundation - Pet Adoption Near Me

such an amazing rescue. Lucy and Ruth were so helpful and wonderful. you can tell they really care about finding all these animals the best home. we are so grateful to them for helping us adopt the newest member of our family. read more

A New Life Charitable Foundation - Pet Adoption Near Me

We were ready to find our new fur baby and Ruth made this process simple. We filled out the application and talked at length with Ruth about the 3 dogs we were interested in. We have an older dog who is starting to climb the rainbow bridge and needed a new companion for our other dog. Ruth went over the various traits of the three dogs we were interested in and we zeroed in on Milo Ruth discussed the challenges with adopting rescues such as housebreaking, that the dog might be scared and standoffish, did we have a fenced yard, would the dog be left alone during the day etc. Ruth was very thorough which we appreciated. Long story short we brought Milo (now Henry) home and he is a complete love bug. He gets along with our other dogs, is not resource guarding, loves to go on walks and ride in the car. The last was critical as we go in our RV a lot and we needed a dog that either tolerated or loved riding in the car. read more

I had initially started exploring adopting another dog to serve as a service dog for my aging rescue who was both deaf and going blind. I spoke with many rescues and explained my situation, what kind of temperament I needed, and future plans to train him to be an emotional support animal. We spoke with a few volunteers who told me that they thought they had the perfect dog in mind. They originally had someone else coming to get him, but thought I would be a better match. I went to their shelter and had him meet my older rescue. They seemed to be amicable and the poor guy was very nervous. We spent some time letting him warm up. He has been an absolute joy to have. He is very smart and loves to be loved. He served as a good companion for my older rescue until she passed and was very respectful. I was initially worried he would try to challenge her for dominance, but he was very respectful and gave her space and respected her. Thank you anlcf for helping to bring this happy little guy into my life. he is living his best life now. read more

A New Life Charitable Foundation - My rescue, Pika - Pet Adoption Near Me

The woman I spoke with was very condescending and unprofessional with me. Had a very poor experience and will not be coming back.

It was a great experience. Ruth was responsive and very knowledgeable. We adopted Sammy and we could not be happier. read more

A New Life Charitable Foundation - Pet Adoption Near Me

I adopted my new dog Darcy today from this rescue. They did such an excellent job! Website allows you to view the dogs and Ruth the coordinator answered every question I had. She helped match me with the perfect dog. Darcy is so happy in her new home and we all couldn't be happier read more

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I am happy I found A New Life Charitable Foundation and was able to find the perfect dog for my family. It was so easy to filter through the dogs I was interested in and my main point of contact, Ruth, was easily accessible and communicated frequently with me. A New Life hosts events frequently so it was easy to track where they would be from their website and meet the available dogs for adoption in person. You can also schedule meeting times outside the event times if you are seriously interested in adopting one of the dogs. I chose a 3-year-old lab mix and watched her for an hour before taking her home. She was great with other people and dogs and was on the heavy side so I could tell she was well taken care of elsewhere. Although A New Life couldn't provide details on her background, her foster was able to provide details on her temperament and whether she was housetrained or good with kids. Our lab-mix is a great dog: very loving and a perfect watchdog. I would definitely recommend A New Life and would adopt other dogs from them. read more

We adopted our sweet Sully (Sultan) from A New Life. Ruth was very helpful throughout the adoption process. We decided to foster-to-adopt to make sure Sully was happy with us and a good fit for our home. We appreciated that Ruth was very communicative and checked in on us daily via call/text to make sure all was going well. We officially adopted him after his second full day with us. He is doing so well with his training and has exceeded our expectations! ANLCF provided his full medical history as well as helpful resources for acclimating and training upon adoption completion. We love our new family member! read more

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Ruth helped me to find the perfect dog. I had a wonderful experience adopting my little buddy. Ruth was very friendly and professional and I would definitely recommend A New Life Charitable Foundation. read more

What a great rescue to help us find a dog and to have a furever home with us. Ruth was very friendly and helped us along the quick process. I was also impressed with how thorough they were to make sure we were the right fit. Thank you so much! read more

A New Life Charitable Foundation - Thor (now renamed Anino) - Pet Adoption Near Me

We've looked at every rescue center in SD, and this one stood out to us. Ruth is so caring for the organization and the animals. She's quick to respond and did a thorough phone call interview with us. We were given time to spend with dog before making our decision, but we knew she was the one right when we saw her We are so excited to have our little Basil in the family! Adoption fee comes with neutering/spaying and microchip. All the volunteers at the adoption event were helpful and friendly. read more

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After trying a few other rescues agencies, we stumbled upon A New Life and Ruth. She is the ultimate professional, committed to finding the right pet for you and the perfect home for the pet. She replied to my application within hours and set a time that day to talk about Twinky. She answered all our questions and set up a time to meet and greet. It was love at first sight! We couldn't be happier with Twinky and are so grateful to Ruth and this fantastic agency! read more

A New Life Charitable Foundation - Twinky makes himself at home! - Pet Adoption Near Me

We found Belle through ANLCF and Ruth was the most relaxed and realistic rescue rep we've ever dealt with. This was our third adopted dog, and our second attempt to find a dog for our family of 5. Ruth was patient and encouraging, and the description she gave of the puppy exactly matched who we met and fell in love with. Many times rescues are overprotective of their dogs, or too eager to give them away, but the energy I got from ANLCF was just the right balance. Highly recommended. read more

ANLCF was great! We love our sweet new dog from this organization-- he is well behaved, socialized, and healthy. They gave us his recent vet records as well as microchip info on adoption. The process was easy-- submitted an application, hopped on a call with Ruth, and decided to go forward with meeting Zorro at a park in San Diego. Would recommend to anyone looking for a rescue dog in Southern California. read more

A New Life Charitable Foundation - Zorro at the beach - Pet Adoption Near Me

I want to thank Ruth and the team at A New Life rescue! We love our rescue puppy, renamed Stevie! They really care about the animals and finding their best forever home. The adoption process was detailed, organized and smooth. We appreciated being able to reach out to them for tips and advice after adoption too. read more

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