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San Diego Humane Society

San Diego Humane Society

3.5
(534 reviews)

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.

The Animal Pad

The Animal Pad

4.8
(224 reviews)

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!

Hope2K9 Foundation

Hope2K9 Foundation

5.0
(77 reviews)

The Hope2K9 adoption experience was exceptional…read more The pup that we rescued (Freyja) was full of love and nervous energy. We decided to rescue her a few days before Hope2K9 had an open spot to start her training. When we brought Freyja home from the rescue we learned that she was part shark and part sled dog. On our first walk she was trying to pull us up the street with the force of an entire team of sled dogs. When we got home from the walk we gave her a "indestructible dog toy" which she managed to destroy within 5 minutes. At this point we were nervous about the potential challenges we were going to be facing with training. During the 3 week training process Cam kept us updated on our pups progress. The second night we received a short video of Cam walking a well behaved Freyja. The 2 in person training sessions were well organized and covered all the commands and how to leverage the training tools used to train our pup. The experience did not end with the 3 week training because Hope2K9 has been there to answer our questions.

I am so happy I found Maddie through hope2k9 adoption program. She is an absolute wonderful dog and…read moreI am truly lucky I found her. It has been one year since I adopted Maddie and that is why this review is over due! Hope2k9 trains rescued dogs, teaches them good manners and social skills. I couldn't be more pleased with finding my forever best friend. I definitely will go back to foster or adopt another dog. Not only do they work very hard at training they also allow you to visit for more training if you want. This is a wonderful rescue and I couldn't be more happier with my pup!

Second Chance Dog Rescue

Second Chance Dog Rescue

3.9
(44 reviews)

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

ART & Paws Animal Rescue

ART & Paws Animal Rescue

4.6
(37 reviews)

I have never adopted from a foster before and I do not regret it one bit!!! Liraz is an exceptional…read moreperson and an amazing dog/foster mom. You can tell by how the puppies/dogs respond around her. She is a very honest, sweet, informative doggy foster mom. She provided information from toys, food & extensive doggy tips. She is always responsive by phone and text. Even when I text her late at night, she is always responding! Before the actual adopting day, she would send you pictures of your puppy to keep you updated. Truthfully, she and how Art and paw animal rescue is ran, should be an example of how all the animal rescues should be. I adopted my puppy from a group of 9 puppies and she knew everything about each and every single one of them. One thing I appreciate about her is, she doesn't get motivated by money but rather she truly cares for the dogs and want them to find the perfect home. She really takes the time to find the perfect home for each dog! You will not regret adopting! Also her company is ran from donations so please head onto the website and donate (: Thank you Liraz for the amazing experience.

We are animal lovers and have 3 of them already enjoying all their lives with us. We can't even…read moreplan a vacation without finding a pet sitter, house sitter for the house while we are gone... Unless those are met, we do not take a vacation. On last Saturday, we went to Petsmart to get some dog food and cat food. My wife found this lovely dog that she would not leave without her. Art and Paws Animal Rescue went through all the questions about our living environment to make sure the dog was going to a right place, made sure that we were committed, not compulsive and showed us the papers with medical history and everything. Lulu is so happy being with other brothers and a sister and fit right in without hesitation. There are some dog rescues that only concentrate on making dogs adopted but Art and Paws Rescue really care for the dogs and we felt the right thing as dog owners. I already sent them thank you email plus lots of pictures ans will follow up with them continuously. Great job "Art & Paws Animal Rescue" and thank you for letting us having Lulu.

Sunset Cliffs Animal Hospital

Sunset Cliffs Animal Hospital

3.9
(315 reviews)

I need MORE stars!!!…read more If you want that "white glove service" for your pet; this is the place! They were so compassionate, professional and attentive to my exotic potato Theodore (and me and my concerns). Dr. Fiona Lair and Amanda her assistant was empathetic and informative throughout the whole day and after my dogs surgeries. I've been called/texted and sent emails with updates, after care etc etc. I knew Theodore was in good hands. After a terrible experience at another vet I was left traumatized; but Sunset Cliffs Animal Hospital had me feeling 100% at ease and comfortable that Theodore was in good hands. From the first visit where they listened, helped us and went over each procedure/charge in detail...to me picking him up after his surgeries, I was so impressed by the professionalism and care they showed us. Vet bills are already expensive (AF) but I'd pay twice as much as I did for the services I received. Theodore will forever receive his care here with Dr. Lair. Thank you everyone at Sunset Cliffs Animal Hospital for taking care of my best friend Theodore, my little exotic potato and I are forever grateful.

Complaint against Dr. Christy Silvaberg, Sunset Cliffs Animal…read more My 5-year-old AKC English Bulldog Rocky, a fully registered service dog and the center of my life, died a slow, painful, preventable death on Saturday, August 23, 2025, due to Dr. Christy Silvaberg's negligence, misdiagnosis, improper treatment, and subsequent obstruction, of my atttempt to get her malpractice insurance (if she has insurance), her doctor notes, and my attempt to have a necropsy done. She refused to speak to me after her actions caused the death of my dog. Instead she had her staff attempt to bully me. If you think she is nice, it is because she is getting money from you. If she kills your dog, you will see a completely different side to her, they attempted to bully me, threatened me (for them killing my dog) and blocked every possible way for me to sue. June 28, 2025: I brought Rocky specifically for suspected systemic fungal infection. I showed visible fungus and hair loss. Dr. Silvaberg ridiculed my concerns, refused all testing (bloodwork, urine, skin scrape), and dismissed me condescendingly. She prescribed only anti-allergy meds, ear drops, and eye gel, claiming expertise as San Diego's only "bulldog specialist." My fungal concerns were not properly documented or shared later. August 12, 2025: Rocky developed submandibular swelling. Dr. Silvaberg refused to see him due to vacation. Found another hospital that could see him that day. Sunset Cliffs sent only the prior dry-eye test and omitted the June 28 fungal suspicion. New Temp Dr. aspirated the node, ran bloodwork (Aug 16 results showed abnormalities but no bacterial infection), and prescribed antibiotics.August 18, 2025: Swelling worsened. August 18th temp hospital sedated Rocky and aspirated 6 more lymph nodes (lymphoma testing negative). I scheduled an appointment with Dr. Silvaberg for August 21. August 21, 2025: I brought blood panels and biopsy results. !!! - Without reviewing any records or tests, Dr. Silvaberg examined Rocky, aggressively declared he had cancer (face inches from mine, raised voice, slapped papers), and insisted he would die. !!!! MALPRACTICE. She prescribed 40mg prednisone, warning that stopping it would kill him. She ignored my fungal concerns and the test results. Rocky declined rapidly with labored breathing and distress. He died Saturday evening, August 23. Biopsy results received DONE BY OTHER HOSPITAL ~August 25 showed no cancer; the lab identified fungal infection as most likely -- exactly what I had reported on June 28. The steroids suppressed his immune system, enabling rapid fungal spread and respiratory failure. Post-Death Obstruction: Dr. Silvaberg refused to speak with me after his death. Staff sent inaccurate emails blaming me and claiming cancer. Repeated requests for doctor notes were refused or met with altered summaries (67 pages on Sept 4 reduced to 64 pages on Sept 14). Insurance information for a malpractice claim was repeatedly refused. I arranged a necropsy (~$600 + transport) through San Diego Humane Society, who held the body refrigerated. All costs were prepaid by me. The lab required only the treating vet's signature (no body handling by the clinic). I offered an extra $300 office fee. Dr. Silvaberg refused to cooperate. A staffer called hostilely: "Dr. Silvaberg is not going to have any part in any necropsy." SUNSET CLIFFS ANIMAL HOSPITAL REFUSED MULTIPLE REQUESTS TO PROVIDE ANY INSURANCE INFORMATION, WHICH I WOULD THINK THEY WOULD BE REQUIRED BY LAW TO CARRY. Key Failures:Refused fungal testing on June 28 despite clear presentation. Inadequate transfer of records to subsequent vet. Diagnosed cancer without any supporting tests. Prescribed contraindicated steroids for a likely fungal infection. Altered records, blocked necropsy, withheld notes and insurance information. These actions prevented proper diagnosis and treatment of a treatable condition, destroyed the ability to confirm cause of death, and directly caused Rocky's suffering and death. Rocky was otherwise healthy. I had spent thousands on his care and would have approved any recommended testing. I am 62 and disabled. Rocky was my licensed service dog. I have emails, records, Humane Society documentation, and possible recordings to support this complaint. Additional Concern for Investigation: Dr. Silvaberg promotes BOAS surgeries heavily. Google reviews show patterns of similar negligence, bullying, and poor outcomes.I request a full investigation, including medical record audit, insurance verification, and review of her practice. Dr. Christy Silvaberg advertises herself as a bulldog expert. She then convinces people their dogs all need a surgery to remove the roof of their mouth because they snore. I think she should be investigated as to how many of these she does because she did it to me early on when I trusted her, nothing changed, and I feel like that is a possible grift, just think, 100 new BOAS surgeries a year would equal $400k for her.

A P R L - animalshelters - Updated June 2026

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