I've been volunteering with United Hope for Animals for about a year now and have had many positive…read moreexperiences. Rescuing animals is not for the faint of heart, and comes with a lot of dirt, heartache and possibility of illness. Fortunately, the people who run the group are willing to overlook all the obstacles and still help the poor creatures who desperately need them. I have helped them photograph dogs, worked adoption events, fostered dogs and am now fostering cats, and know that the good this organization does far outweighs any negatives. I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone who wants to volunteer, but this type of work requires a lot of strength and determination to help those who need it most. The joy of helping saving a life is the best feeling in the world.

I have been volunteering for UHA for almost three years now, and I can't imagine why I haven't been…read moredoing it longer. I was "recruited" into the group after I witnessed a weekend glamour shot day while I was walking dogs at the Baldwin Park Shelter. Volunteering with UHA fulfills a part of me that had been unfulfilled since I had my first pet fish. I am surrounded by people who love animals as much as me, who don't mind having extended discussions concerning potty training, dog behavior, cuteness levels, and types of poop. I feel important, I feel accomplished, I feel like I have people to turn to if I'm having trouble. UHA's main concern is the individual, whether it's the animal or the person. It isn't about numbers, it isn't about politics. It's about finding the best home for one animal, the best fit for the owner. I couldn't imagine a more amazing, selfless, and helpful set of people and animal rescuers. They've made a difference in countless animals' lives, countless owners' lives, and definitely, in my own life. If you're looking to adopt a new fur baby, or just need some help or information, UHA is your rescue!

Stepped into this heavenly pet store w/ some friends today & we felt like we were in a Disneyland…read moregift shop but for pets!!! The many brands of wet food / dry cereals for the paws in your life! Annnnnd my wordy... the toys, bday pet gifts, and outfits for every season! I could go on & on. I was amAzed at every corner of this store. Marcella greeted us at the cash wrap station & we immediately signed up for membership! Cannot pass up a special deals day. Lol We were even encouraged to bring our pets into the store next time so now I just want to start asking neighbors if I can bring their pet into the store as a field trip. Haha Honestly enjoyed the store & I will be back at feeding times for the koi fish in the pond. Those koi's were such a tranquil friendly vibe.

This place has become incredibly frustrating. I have been in the shop five separate times, and not…read moreonce has anyone asked if I needed assistance. Customers are left wandering the store while employees sit behind the counter eating and socializing with one another. When the shop was located across the street, the staff was attentive and welcoming. The difference in service now is disappointing. During my most recent visit, there was an employee with dark hair standing behind the counter while the entry alarm clearly signaled that customers were coming in, yet no acknowledgment was made. At this point, I would recommend saving your time and choosing another option.

We got our Australian Labradoodle, Enzo, from Adam about three years ago, and it's been a great…read moreexperience overall. Adam really knows everything there is to know about the breed, he always gets straight to the point and gives solid advice when we've had questions--whether it's about Enzo's diet, care, or general tips. You can tell he truly cares about his dogs and wants the best for them, even after they go to their new homes. Enzo has been the perfect addition to our family, and we're really grateful we found Adam as our breeder.

everything went well. Adam Ford is local and very accommodating. Our new puppies are scheduled to…read morebe delivered this weekend. We are very excited to get them.

Had SO much fun!! But was also extremely tired by the second day lol (8/2-3/2025)…read more My 200th Yelp review! The Pasadena Convention Center is HUGE and CatCon took up all the spaces there. The line to get in was ridiculously long, wrapped around the block, zig zagging in the back. Make sure to get there two hours before they start or just go closer to noon when the line dies down. There were an overwhelming number of vendors, mostly products with cats on them for people but also some with products for cats. Some lines were extremely long especially the ones for spinning wheels for freebies. Some of the major sponsors were super generous with the freebies which makes sense why the lines were so long, so make sure to get there early otherwise they run out towards the end too. There was also a workshop space with lectures from different speakers, specialists. I didn't end up attending these. The lines for the meet and greets were also very long especially closet to the start time of the meets. They have a limit so again, make sure to line up early if you really want to see the cats. On the first day, I didn't know where all the kittens were and then I later found out that their section was curtained off with black.m curtains and the line to get in was not directly connected to the entrance (I was so confused as to why I didn't see any cats by the end of the day lol). There is so much to see in terms of the vendors. It can definitely take two whole days to experience a bit of everything. In fact, two days is not even sufficient if you also want to attend all the workshops. You really just have to pick and choose what you want to see most. Bring cash if you want to save on taxes with some of the vendors. Most of them take tap and some also take Venmo or Zelle. Most important tip would be to set a budget before going and stick to it lol Room for improvement: I wish there were more booths with cat products and more cats to interact with. The line: could also be managed better. Although it was suuuuper crowded and crazy long lines, I can't wait to go back next year!

Man, CatCon at the Pasadena Convention Center was disappointing. It's $50 per ticket, and you still…read moreneed to pay for parking, which is hard to find if you don't come early. There is no food court here, and there are no chairs or tables to sit and rest. Every vendor who gave freebies had a line, and some were very long and not worth the wait. There was a fair amount of vendors/name brands and a ton of small businesses selling their products. Honestly, I think I was mainly upset at the fact that tickets cost so much and there wasn't much to see. They only took up two halls that you can pretty much walk through in less than two hours. There were guest speakers to fill in the time, but again, $50 is a lot for what you get. The Humane Society was there with a lot of kitten adoptions, and their line to get in was long. It was also a bummer to see that many vendors did not have an actual cat at their booths. Many of them used stuffed animal to represent a cat using their products/furniture. I get that having actual cats would create more work for them to keep an eye on, but this is a cat convention after all... I would have liked to see more live cats. Overall, I tried it and probably won't ever come back.

Really friendly service. They are great with dog grooming and all the workers are nice…read more Just an FYI if it's your first time bringing your pet for a dental cleaning... they do an examination that costs $45 and if they find something wrong they may not be able to proceed with the cleaning. So for anything you notice that may be off, weird odors in the mouth, etc, an option is just to check it out with your primary vet to save some time. Just want to give y'all a heads up.

i want to preface this by saying i am a nervous wreck whenever i leave my dogs with anyone besides…read morefriends and family, so finding sitters / boarding we trust has been an ongoing struggle, especially for two dogs. my babies rosie and hank have been going here for the last few years, and we've really come to love and trust this place. hank is a super friendly goofball who always acclimates to groups easily, but rosie is a little nervous gal so she takes a bit to warm up to the group. sometimes i'll watch her on the doggy cam and she'll just be sitting in a corner watching everyone play. but after a few days, i've watched her get used to her new dog friends and even start playing! i don't think that would be possible without the owners and staff creating a caring and warm environment for them. also once i checked the cameras and i saw someone sitting on the floor while all the dogs piled onto them and it was the funniest / sweetest thing i've ever seen. a massive cuddle pile full of happy dogs with wagging tails. they won my trust completely after that. thank you for creating such a wonderful environment where both animals and their owners feel safe and cared for. it's a rarity in this world!

Rose and Pryssla are soooo extremely caring. We rescued a Jack Russell wire hair terrier 9 months…read moreold . He now is a year and he is just precious. Rose was so knowledgeable. We now board our Scruffy with Rose and he is like member of their family. I read some previous reviews now and as far as the questions Rose asked...she was mild compared to other rescues. She spoke to me on the phone --none of this hiding behind texting. All of her advice was correct re our sweet dog. Thank you Furry Canine Rescue!!

Lady who I spoke with on the phone was extremely rude and disrespectful, I had called to ask if you…read morecould take a dog home for a day to see if their the right fit for our family and she immediately told me that was stupid. She said if you wanted to see the dog you could go there and that's it, I can understand if it's policy that they can't do that however there was ab ZERO need for the rudeness from my one simple question, would suggest a new receptionist.

I have watched their adoption process very closely when my step daughter tried to adopt, and I can…read moresay they follow the rules when it comes to adopting. People who complain that they are not easy to deal with are folks who do not understand the adoption process is as important and should be as strict as when adopting a human baby. The DeGeneres case was blown out of proportion, Ellen did not follow the rules and transferred the pet to another person, just like a piece of property, and clearly in breach of contract. Animals are not a piece of property, they are living beings who deserve the utmost consideration and protection. Mutts and Moms does that. IF you want to adopt and think they are hard to deal with, be glad. They are doing their job. I only wish all rescues were as thorough as Mutts and Moms. Here is a great article that summarizes the Ellen case and outlines the legal rights of transferred animals and how they should be classified as "Adoptions" http://www.animalsheltering.org/resources/magazine/mar_apr_2011/law_forum_avoiding_adopter_roulette.pdf

Shame to the Mutts and moms that they didn't let the kids keep the puppy that Ellen degenera's…read moreAren't they in business to place animals. Come on at least take papers to them go see the love that they are giving this animals Shame shame. I will never ever do business with them. Was thinking about going out there to adopt a loving dog/ puppy They should be closed down

An update to our earlier review, this kitten is perfect. Zelda is now about 11 months old and such…read morea big girl! Just for fun we did Wisdom Panel testing and of course she came back 100% Ragdoll with no concerning health markers or issues. We will be working with Jessica to adopt a companion for Zelda. Jessica describes her kittens as having top social temperament, and nothing could be truer. Zelda is very playful and loving. You won't believe it, but she actually plays fetch! She has charming toe beans and likes to have the fur between her toe beans rubbed. She follows me around the house talking and purring, and flops down at my feet whenever I pause to do anything. She sleeps on our bed at night and brings her crinkle ball to us in the morning when she is ready to get up and play. My previous comments stand: Jessica is a professional and ethical breeder, who provides the best possible healthy happy gorgeous Ragdolls.

I want to buy a kitty for my mom to keep her company at home, my friend referred us to Jessica from…read moreRagdolljjsweeti, Jessica is experienced and knowledgeable about different type of cats, she helped and explain to us different type of kitty that is best for us. Moment my mom saw the Ragdoll kitty from Jessica's place, my mom fall in love with the kitty, kitty is so cute so playfully, we brought the kitty home after Jessica helping done with all the shots. Now we had kitty for whiles the kitty healthy and playful, my mom love the kitty so much, we name the kitty Mochi, because she is so fluffy and soft, our family love her so much, thank you Jessica for helping us choosing this lovely kitty, we loved it.