If you find a stray dog you might as well ignore it, don't pick it up because there is nobody that…read moreworks here that will be able to help you. They have drop off boxes for the times they are not open but if you can't get the animal to do what you want you will be s.o.l and are likely to be bit. And don't bother calling anchorage 311 because they don't care about animals loose in the community to be hit by cars either.

When I went, it was a long wait, but the patience and kindness the employees had were beyond…read morebelief. The wait is worth it to adopt one of their amazing pets. I adopted my dog from here and won't ever regret it. Their website is updated hourly, phone lines open to contact, and great hours to meet and greet with their pets.

Disclaimer: I have volunteered at this adoption center, but I'm not getting anything financially or…read moreotherwise from working there or writing this review, besides perhaps a sense of well-being. There are a couple negative reviews on here that lack context and full understanding. ASPCA is a no-kill nonprofit run by a small but dedicated staff, with some help from volunteers. They care a lot about the animals, and yes that means occasionally rejecting applications. I'm sure that is not a fun part of the job, but the process is there with the best interest of the animals in mind. If you do happen to come in and aren't immediately greeted by one of the people you see, keep in mind it might be someone doing their first day as a volunteer! The adorable cats and dogs here are well taken care of by a nice staff that really just wants to see them go to a good home. If you love animals and have the right home and schedule, consider adopting or fostering!

The Pet Adoption Center is a great place, for what it is. This is a place that you had better not…read morebe in a hurry, for any reason. They open at 11am, and the "Open" sign might be lit in the window, but don't count on being helped when you enter the building. Two workers saw me in the lobby area, only to be ignored. 15 minutes later, a gentleman came in asking if there was anything he could do for me. You might get free cat or dog food, no matter what you ask for. I asked for cat food, and got both cat and dog food. Not complaining, at least my friends cats can get some food! By the way, free food is given between 12noon and 2pm. Remember, you had better not be in a hurry/rush, they have two speeds, slow and reverse.

I was lucky to find an AARF dog and can be part of the AARF family! And the puppers are lucky to…read morehave these volunteers rooting for them and working hard to find them the right furever homes! The adoption application is intensive but I think if you're serious about rescuing a pet, it's worth it! TIP: submit application early and have it approved and when you find a buddy you like, it'll be so much smoother and quicker! Their website and Facebook have dogs that they try to update regularly, application is found on the website. Bev & Sara were super accommodating to meet with us, thank you ladies!

I am yet another person who would like to actually give a negative review. We have a silkie/maltese…read moreand also had a yorkie/pom who passed away at a ripe old age. We live in an excellent neighborhood and have a fenced in backyard. They have a yorkie pom who needs a home, and we were turned downed because we had a fence that was only 2 1/2 feet tall. Never mind it has worked fine for our dogs and all visiting dogs (one is a giant malamute), it was not good enough for them. Such a shame. We would have loved this wee little fellow with all of our hearts.

It's an Exclusive Dog Lovers Store! YES! This is their newest location. Original Store is on…read moreDiamond. They cater to man's best friend, okay ladies you too! Impressed with the stores depth of offerings. You got gear especially the cold weather gear which is why we came today, booties for snow! Collar lights for these winter nights to keep tabs on your pooch! Recommend to us by a neighbor, and we had to size our new puppy in person and they were so helpful! We got the booties and the collar light and picked up other items too. It's a AK

I find quality products here, not cheap junk and yummy treats as well. Not much for the kitties…read morehere, why meow isn't in the name. They make basic name tags for a reasonable price.

Nice small zoo with a more natural, low-key feel. It is fairly easy to navigate, and I appreciated…read morethat many of the animals are endemic to Alaska and housed in enclosures that blend into the surrounding landscape rather than feeling overly artificial. That said, this is a very modest zoo. There is only one small gift shop, which some may appreciate since the focus stays on the animals, but it also means there are limited amenities overall. If you are expecting a large zoo with multiple exhibits, food options, or lots of interactive elements, this may feel a bit underwhelming. One important thing to note is the terrain. There are several steep hills and loose gravel paths, so visitors should be cautious, especially with children, strollers, or anyone with mobility concerns. Good footwear is definitely recommended, and I would avoid running or rushing through the grounds. In the winter, the zoo offers lights so you can visit after dark, which is a unique feature and adds a different atmosphere. I also recommend downloading the virtual map ahead of time, as signage is somewhat limited and it helps with navigation. Overall, it is a pleasant, simple zoo experience that highlights local wildlife

This is a no-frills zoo. We went here in December, so yes it was cold…read more Animals in cages is always a bit sad to some extent, but you really get the change to marvel at their magnificence in close proximity. Which, speaking of - the animals here are incredibly beautiful. I was surprised at how interactive and active the animals were. The coyotes howl back, the reindeers are clacking antlers, and the wolves will stalk you along the fence. Entry for Alaska residents is $16. There is a small gift shop and coffee shop with good hot chocolate.

They provide vaccinations at a reduced rate & have a great selection of used animal supplies. I was…read moreable to pick up dog kennel and bed for my new puppy as well as collars and various leashes and supplies and a greatly discounted rate

My husband and I decided to give our little cat to the SPCA. It was a sad decision for us and we…read morefelt very bad about doing it. I exchanged emails with a person named Jillian. The emails were friendly so I felt positive.. I arrived at the shelter and Jillian said she had not been emailing me, and some other woman had. So she lied about exchanging emails. Our cat was really upset in her carrier and I almost changed my mind. She took our cat and she refused to let me see where our cat would be placed . She said something about a quarantine which was totally ridiculous. Our cat's shots were very up to date. Then Jillian had me fill out a very lengthy registration for our cat's history on a super tiny laptop which was incredibly difficult to use. I finally was done filling out the forms. I decided to just look through the window to try to see my cat. Jillian came over to me and said in a very rude tone, nothing is needed from you, so you can leave! I was very upset that Jillian would speak to me in such a horribly rude manner. I had donated a lot of towels, to the shelter and they were still sitting on a chair when I left. Not one word of thanks! I looked at my cat on the SPCA website and I felt sick! Our cat was sitting on a stained pet bed and half of the bed was hanging off a shelf. It did not look like a big space and there were no windows. I regret very much giving our cat to SPCA. Jillian should not be working there at all. She's a terrible example of customer service. I will never recommend SPCA to anyone in the community. I would go pay to get out cat back if I could. I am very worried about her. They have a weird rule about that though!

I highly recommend this cat rescue! Clear Creek Cat Rescue is the leading cat rescue in our…read morecommunity in my opinion. They seem to take on the hardest cases, like cats who need the most medical or socialization care. I love that every cat they adopted out has been fixed, vaccinated and microchipped (although I think most of the rescues do this as well). They always make sure that the cats they adopt out go to the right home. They can be a little strict and particular, but that's because they will always do what is best for the cat no matter what. They have an amazing group of volunteers who work hard to help our community by rescuing cats. I'm very grateful for them! I adopted a cat from them a few years ago and I always Pick Click Give around PFD time!

Worst ever, if you don't have a big yard for the cats they will not even talk to you. Useless…read morerescue center will stick with other adoption sources because they suck.

A dog showed up in my neighborhood and I tried calling the numbers on the tag but they didn't work…read moreso I called animal control. Animal control asked if we could bring the dog in but it was way too large to fit in my boyfriends car and could have fit in my SUV, but was so spastic it would have definitely done damage to my vehicle which I know no one would help fix. Animal control asked us to just keep it contained and they'd send someone over to pick the dog up. We tried keeping him in the garage but he started body slamming the door so we opened that before he broke it. After about half an hour I called animal control back asking about what time someone would be here because we had to go to work soon. They told me they don't have anyone to come get him so our only option was to bring the dog down ourselves, which I already expressed wasn't really an option. I reiterated how we cannot do that and will just have to let the dog back outside by the time we have to roll out for work and she kept insisting. Absolutely unacceptable to tell someone you're sending someone over when apparently you don't currently have any employees. Completely and utterly unacceptable.