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    Ambler Dog Rescue

    3.4 (10 reviews)

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    10 months ago

    Looking to adopt. Scott is wonderful. Informed and a loving pet owner. He cares about the dogs and is careful who adopts them.

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    Very clean and dogs are well cared for always taken to veterinarian if any problems arise.

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    Home At Last Rescue

    Home At Last Rescue

    2.8
    (16 reviews)

    READ BEFORE CONSIDERING TO ADOPT A PUPPY!…read more Home At Last Dog Rescue spayed my Heeler/Golden Retriever mix at just 10 weeks old--well before the age recommended for large breed dogs. I adopted her at 11 weeks and only learned she had already been sterilized when a volunteer casually said as I was leaving, "Keep an eye on her incision. She was spayed Thursday." As a result, she now suffers from urinary incontinence, leaking urine while sleeping, requiring lifelong medication, repeat diagnostics, and possibly surgery. This is not an unpredictable outcome--it's a well-documented risk of early spaying in large breeds. Each puppy's profile under one year old should clearly state that the dog will be spayed or neutered before adoption. That simple line might alert someone that the procedure is happening far too early--and give them pause to consider the lifelong hormonal complications they could be inheriting. Had I seen that information, I may have realized what I was walking into. Had I not spent time with the puppies on adoption day--snuggling with her and her siblings, watching them play, and identifying my lifelong best friend--I would NEVER have adopted a puppy spayed this early. You shouldn't either. The incontinence doesn't become apparent until you finally realize that this puppy is trying so hard to be housebroken but just can't make it for the normal length of time between potty runs. There were eight puppies in this litter. Eight puppies all spayed or neutered too soon. Buried deep on their website is this statement: "To help reduce the number of unwanted animals, our dogs are sterilized prior to adoption unless there is a medical reason that this surgery can't be done at this time." There is a medical reason--recognized by veterinary associations--not to spay large breed puppies at such an early age. The AAHA (American Animal Hospital Association) recommends delaying spay/neuter for large-breed dogs until 12-18 months of age to reduce orthopedic risks and hormonal complications. My dog is a Heeler/Golden Retriever mix, and she now lives with the consequences of their "one size fits all" protocol. A puppy needs the hormones allowed by delayed spaying to support normal development of their bones, joints, and urinary system--removing them too early can disrupt these processes and lead to long-term complications. Home At Last Dog Rescue claims to carefully vet their adopters. If they trust these individuals enough to adopt a dog, why not require a signed contract to ensure spay/neuter at the medically appropriate age? When I adopted my previous golden retriever at 7 weeks old, I gladly signed such a contract. It's a responsible, balanced approach--and one this rescue refuses to consider. In their response to me, the rescue stated: "We've adopted out nearly 25,000 dogs over 15 years--roughly half of them puppies--and have always followed pediatric spay/neuter protocols with the support of 19 veterinary offices, without similar reports or documented patterns of complications related to urinary incontinence or long-term hormonal issues." I have her medical records and offered to submit them, but they never asked for them--so my dog becomes yet another 'undocumented complication.' Adopting from this group isn't inexpensive. I paid $550, and they required another $200 donation as a "benefactor" for another dog's medical care. Yet when my own dog's complications became clear, there was no support, no refund, no shared concern--only a blanket policy stating they don't assist adopters with medical care after the adoption. While I don't believe this rescue intentionally hands off dogs with medical issues, their protocol--despite being supported by some vets--carries known risks. My own vet, and many others, do not support pediatric sterilization in large breeds. This wasn't disclosed, discussed, or even acknowledged as a possibility. Think very carefully before supporting this group. Ask hard questions. You will find that once you sign the adoption papers, you--and the dog--are on your own.

    Horrible organization. Attempted to adopt from them four times. Finally received a phone interview…read moreafter the fourth application. Was ultimately told I could not adopt because I do not have a fenced yard. This in spite of living across from a walking trail which I informed them I would use four times a day. Have since adopted from another organization and met multiple owners who adopted from HAL, none of whom had fenced yards. Have also met multiple dog owners who were denied adoption from HAL. Common theme, all those denied adoption were 60+, all those who were allowed adoption were under 50. So.....HAL discriminates based on age.

    Montgomery County SPCA

    Montgomery County SPCA

    2.4
    (54 reviews)

    Laurel House recommended that I bring my dog Daisy here after I suspected that my ex hurt her…read more Everyone that we met with was incredible. The care, compassion and kindness that they gave Daisy and I were unmatched. Really amazing experience !. Maureen showed so much compassion when I called and followed up to get Daisy in quickly. Marissa and Chastine checked on Daisy often while we waited and made sure she was comfortable. They, gave her water and love. They even came out to meet us at the car to make sure we entered thru the right door. I was really impressed with Dr. Aime Berman. She was working on a cat that had swallowed a piece of yarn that had tangled up her intestines. The yarn was stuck in several places but she didn't give up. She didn't call it. She worked until she completely removed the yarn. That is the kind of vet I want. One that doesn't give up. She really cares. They are opening a clinic here to treat animals and are open for appointments now. If you need veteran care for your pets I highly recommend you give them a call. The care is excellent and the prices you can't beat. They were one third the price of other vets. They want to help people keep their pets and give their pets the care they need. Give them a call. I'm so glad that I did.

    We recently brought a stray cat that we had been feeding for 2 weeks to the Montgomery County SPCA,…read moreand our experience was deeply disappointing. The cat was quarantined for seven days and given gabapentin without our knowledge. Had we known he would be medicated and kept in a dark cage for a full week, we would have made different choices for his care. After the quarantine, the SPCA performed a TNR and released him to us the same day he was neutered early that morning. Typically, cats should have 24 hours to recover from surgery. The carrier they returned him in was old, smelled strongly of urine, and--most concerning (and unbeknownst to us)--was not secured properly. When we got home and set the carrier down in our yard, he escaped immediately. We had a safe home lined up for him and never intended for him to go back outside. It has now been over a week, and he has not returned. When we contacted the SPCA about the unsecured carrier and the situation overall, the staff did not seem overly concerned or empathetic. For an organization whose mission is to ensure the safety and well‑being of animals, this was incredibly discouraging. We trusted them with a vulnerable stray, and we regret that decision. We believe the week he spent confined, medicated, and stressed contributed to the outcome we're now facing. We hope no one else has to go through an experience like this.

    Rylie's Rescue

    Rylie's Rescue

    4.3
    (12 reviews)

    Horrible communication, if it weren't for me feeling the dog needs a nice, clean, safe place, I…read morewouldn't deal with them at all. No follow-up ghost call after call, no response for over a week! Do they care about placing the pets, or is your personal information just floating out there with no response? Makes you wonder if they are a legitimate business. They need to do better! Thank you for responding. For clarity, I was never notified of any decline, background check issue, or status update. If your organization made such a determination, it was not communicated to me in any form. I was contacted directly by a coordinator from your rescue, who requested my vet information and photos of my home, which I provided. I also have documented text threads confirming communication from your team. My review was strictly about lack of follow-up and inconsistent communication. A simple message with an update--whatever the decision--would have resolved the matter. I hope future applicants receive clearer and more timely communication so they aren't left without information after providing personal details.

    I've adopted three amazing dogs from Rylie's Rescue over the years. Each one with their own story…read more First came a pretty little puppy during COVID who brought so much joy during a hard time. Then a neglected pittie who completely broke my heart and slowly healed with love and patience. And most recently a foster fail. Every experience with Rylie's Rescue was filled with care and support. The team is responsive, compassionate, and devoted to every dog they rescue. I'm so grateful to be part of Rylie's Rescue. If you're thinking about adopting or fostering, I can't recommend them enough.

    Spca of Montgomery County

    Spca of Montgomery County

    3.6
    (9 reviews)

    I adopted my dog from the Abington Branch in Oct. 2022. I am a senior and received a discount. I…read morehad to pick him up from the Conshy location in a two days because he needed to be neutered. My vet said he was about 5 years old. Whoever turned him in gave no information but his name. Now at 9 he has a frosty face. I would recommend them hands and paws down.

    Arrived here for the first time Sunday afternoon shortly after they opened to drop off a donation…read moreof towels and a monetary contribution. They only accept debit/ credits cards online and unfortunately 3% goes to processing fees so if you can donate to them directly via cash payment I am sure it is preferred. Now the facility itself looks like an old large house. Enter through the front entrance as some of the entrances there are signs up that it is private resident living (assuming it is a shared property or perhaps one of people that helps run it live in that unit). You wIll be greeted by the person working the phone and computer system and they will inform you cats on the first door on your left and straight back for the dogs. When I first walked through to greet the dogs and give them some love and them me my heart sank a bit as it definitely looks and feels like they need a home to fill up the love. I tried to pet all of them, approx eight to ten dogs total. Seriously thinking of getting more involved as my favorite charity and probably only charity I donate to be honest is for animal welfare. If you can spread some hugs, towels, clean linens, animal beds, unopened pet food, or a monetary donation it will go a long way and I appreciate you supporting a cause close to my heart. As always people SYOY!!!!

    Ambler Dog Rescue - animalshelters - Updated July 2026

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