They were very thorough in what to expect with a former caged breeder. They were very helpful in helping us get our new fur baby acclimated. I could not be happier with these people. Conni and Chris are great! read more

I adopted a dog from this service one year ago. I completed the form and received an email response. Conni, via telephone, answered my many questions in a polite way. My puppy was clean, had been checked more than once by a vet and I was given his medical records, his shots were up to date, he had been neutered and chipped. I received a blanket, t-shirt, jacket and collar. The man who "checked us out" and delivered him to me in Trinidad knew alot about my puppy and where he had come from. These folks take in at-risk animals and sometimes spend alot on surgeries and medical needs. I could not be happier with my puppy Beau or their services. read more

I just read about your experience with BRAS. I have adopted many dogs from this group. Each time it was a very simple easy process. I was shocked that they even answer the phone. All rescues I have ever called to get information never answered the phone. Never answered my email. I had medical issues or behavior problems and need help. They answered the phone and were able to help me. They do this for everyone. So the only way you had this experience is that maybe you were rude right off the bat and were stepped on like a bug. read more

I emailed this pet adoption service about a poodle that I saw on a website rescueme.com. I didn't receive a response so I went back on the site and I called the phone number. First, I was chewed out for sending the email because I did it through the website that they said was an advertiser but I did it apparently correctly because it opened up to her website her link and sent her the email. I said well I'm sorry you didn't receive the email. That is why I'm calling you now. She was awful. She was rude and defensive; it was basically how dare I ask for any more additional information on the dog. They "have over 55 dogs they don't have time to know all the dogs". I wanted to say what is different than being a puppy mill? But I did not say that. She was offended I asked her anything and said I should read the information. I said I read the information on your website. The majority of the information is about how awful these dogs are that they've come from puppy mills and the gist of it is to discourage anyone reading that information to ever be interested in adopting one of these animals. However, all of my dogs throughout my lifetime have been from rescues so that did not discourage me. What discouraged me was speaking with this woman Connie. I didn't explain that all it said about this specific dog was his age, name and very little other information other than what could have been generic for any dog. I explained I was asking a little more about his personality, is he housebroken, training needs, etc. That made her mad and she was highly offended. "He's not housebroken. None of them are housebroken. We don't have time to do that. We have over 55 dogs. Everything you need to know is on the website you need to read it." It was awful. I said I was sorry I made her mad and defensive. She then said, "These these are rescue dogs no different than if you went to the Humane Society. I have 55 dogs and can't tell you anything else. We've had him in our house. He is not house trained, none of them are, we don't have time we have 55 dogs." She made a negative comment with her tone of voice that made it clear she personally did not like this dog. I said all of my dogs I have had in my life had been adopted from a rescue, the Humane Society, or the Dumb Friends League. And they were always able to tell me a little bit more about the personality, about any behavioral problems, about any training issues, so that I was well prepared. None of my dogs were house-broken when I adopted them. She was horrible. I have no interest in the dog anymore because I don't want to deal with her. I feel bad about my decision because he needs to be rescued from her. I apologize to her for calling and said this wasn't the dog for me . Every dog they have needs to be rescued from her and it is no wonder she has too many. She obviously must scare away any potential new owner. She is located in a remote rural area of Southern Colorado. Anyone driving from a metropolitan area looking at a 3-4 hour drive one way would call and ask questions before attempting to drive there as well as make an appointment . She's no better than a puppy mill!! I am so worried about this poor dog now! I'm worried about all the dogs there!! Are the dogs getting enough care? Are they getting enough food and water? What is happening to the animals that she doesn't like? Are they getting any love? Every rescue I've ever been involved with or adopted a pet from has tried to rehabilitate and train and spend time with the animals so that they have a better opportunity of finding a forever home. What is this place like? Part of me wants to drive there but who knows if the dog is even there or if I spend four hours in the car would I even be safe stepping on the property and asking to see this dog? read more