This was my first time adopting boys from this establishment. I was going to the humane society…read morebefore. The biggest difference between the two is that they are experts at what they do. They help bond your current rats w/ the new ones, a service I've never experienced before. I am so incredibly thankful that they are able to facilitate this, so that you don't get all the way home only to find out no one wants to be friends. They also have everything you could possibly need for your pets at amazing prices. AND they offer board and care which is so hard to find for small animals! I can't say enough good things about this place. I will definitely be back many, many more times.

We had such a wonderful experience here today and I felt compelled to share. Our family has been…read moregoing through a challenging time, and we were hoping to give my daughter a small moment of joy by seeing some animals. Fanila (I hope I'm spelling that correctly!), Elizabeth and the entire team were incredibly kind, patient, and welcoming. They went above and beyond to make my kids feel comfortable and special, taking the time to let them safely see and interact with the guinea pig, hamster, chinchilla, bunny, and even a chicken. You could tell how much they genuinely care -- not just about the animals, but about the people who walk through their doors. Thank you Magnifico, Daddy Hamster, Chichi, Chili, Dave and Grace Omali In a time where we really needed a little lightness, this meant more than I can fully express. Their compassion and warmth did not go unnoticed. Thank you again for creating such a special moment for our family. We will always remember it! Carolina, Sam, Amelia and Sammy

First time visiting the San Diego Humane Society. I came in the clear the shelter event on August…read more29, 2026. Pros: -lots of parking -extremely clean kennels -pets looked well cared for with soft blankets, cute toys, and items to keep them occupied -I was worried about the heat but was pleasantly surprised that the pets for adoption were inside and air conditioned. -they use digital screens outside of each room to describe the animal's behavior and preferences Cons: -n/a

I put my Chihuahua who is 14 years old down this afternoon. The staff was absolutely amazing,…read morecaring, and understanding what I was going through. Thank all of you for your kindness this afternoon.

BAS is an amazing organization they give the most loving care to every animal they rescue. I have…read moreadopted several precious kitties from them and every one of them were the most loving we have ever had. There dogs are also amazing.

They take in all abandoned animals, injured, sick etc. they keep them safe until adopted. They're…read morefree to socialize and not in cages A spay and neuter program is offered at very low cost for people living there. It's an amazing group of caring loving people. Lucky to adopt my pup from them 6 years. She's a blessing. If you're approved for adoption SD people will meet you in SD. They bring dogs to a convenient place. Cats??? Yes many needing homes. Please support BAS. They've got my heart for their dedication to save them all. Check them out on line. All sizes all ages all kinds.

This place was fun and great for our 2 year old nephew who is currently obsessed with cats…read more Remember you are donating to a rescue organization so while not cheap, the cause is worthy. Please do not go expecting an experience simply worth the entry cost. Expect a wonderful time engaging with happy cats, donating to a good cause. The location is clean and safe. The staff cares about the animals and cares that you enjoy your time there. Give it a try and adopt if you can.

I really enjoyed this place. My favorite thing about it is you can stay as long as you like. They…read moredo allow food inside and you can come in and out as many times as you want. I walked next door and got a matcha and a sandwich and was able to enjoy those things while I pet the cats. The staff were so kind and helpful and you can tell they really care about the cats! I brought a book but was so entertained by the cats that I didn't open it once. I love that they have different areas so it feels exciting to discover the cats in each section. They also said they take volunteers so I'm very much thinking about volunteering in the future!

We have been volunteering our time over the years to support dog and puppy adoptions. The time and…read morecare the volunteer team provides is superior and hope to see you either volunteering at an adoption or adopting! Please sign up to join us for this valuable cause.

Drove an hour for a play date with my dog and a pup from here. My dog is more hyper than most but…read morehad never had trouble with people or other animals. The guy who brought the pup to meet my dog didn't even allow them more than 10 seconds to meet before he did not allow us to adopt. I understand that we have to look out for all dogs safety, but my dog didn't even bark like plenty of the other dogs around. The workers at labs and more seemed really pretentious towards my family and dog which is really upsetting when all we are trying to do is rescue a pup that needs a home. I would recommend to look elsewhere if you are looking for a new pup. UPDATE: So since we were treated so unfairly by Labs and More we ended up finding a pup from an independent seller. It was not ideal nor our first choice, but Labs and More and other shelters make it unnecessarily difficult to adopt a pup. Again, I brought my kids and dog an hour to meet a pup and the worker took 1 look at our dog and made up his mind before even giving our dog a chance. For a shelter whose workers are supposed to be "dog people", they are pretty judgmental and rude for no reason. Here is a pic of our dog and new pup an hour after bringing the pup home. They are best buds and our dog took the transition very well. Why would I drive an hour with my dog if I had even the slightest thought that my dog would harm another? I could have easily said I didn't have a dog and adopted, but we tried doing these the right way and were turned away by rude workers. If you already own a dog, don't bother with this unwelcoming shelter.

Drinks were good and are included with admission to the cats. Service was good and quick. It's a…read morenice cat cafe overall.

The cats are great. The coffee is good. If I could offer some feedback, the hosts really need to…read morework on their social skills. They did not smile. At times they made comments that were rather rude. I do not think it was on purpose, but this would be an easy way for the experience to go from a 2 to a 4 or 5, they need to work on being more friendly, and more welcoming. I see in looking at other reviews the somewhat rude / standoffish staff issues are a frequent complaint and seem to not have been addressed.

Mercedes is incredible! She worked with our very nervous deaf pup and in just a few days had her…read moreplaying with the pack. Mercedes also gave us great guidance on what we needed to do back at home to reinforce her lessons. Boarding our dog went from a nerve wracking burden to a positive experience with Mercedes and her team!

This review is long overdue. I was referred to Coastal Paws by my neighbor, 7 years ago, after I…read moregot my first puppy and needed help with out-of-town overnight dogsitting. Hendrix my first pup loves going to Coastal Paws, he jumps out of my car and runs straight to door everytime even after all these years. Then when I got my second pup he does the exact same thing. Their pure enjoyment and excitement for doggy day care brings me so much joy. They are will taken care of and I receive feedback on their behavior and the owner does behavior training with them. She also sends daycare update photos with them playing, celebrates their birthdays and take holiday photos. I highly recommend Coastal Paws to all my friends and family. Thank you for making my pups feel safe and giving them a second home when I'm away.

I had been looking for quite a while when I filled out an application @ A New Life Charitable…read moreFoundation. I was contacted by Marialyn, who was both very professional and so helpful. I called about one dog, but after hearing I had young grandchildren, she suggested another one. I cannot tell you how incredibly grateful I am that she did! I've had my darling fur baby for two weeks and I could not be more appreciative. Adopting a dog can be hard, but Marialyn guided me perfectly through the process!

I found this rescue online as I was searching for a new pet to add to our home! I submitted an…read moreapplication and just a few hours later I got a text to setup a video call. We did the video call that night and learned we were a match for Molly! We scheduled her pickup for that Saturday. Saturday morning everything went as planned. We were provided with her full medical record as well as suggestions for making her transition as smooth as possible. We already love Molly and are so happy with our adoption experience!! Thank you to Marialyn and A New Life Rescue!

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.

I will sing their praises to anyone who listens! I adopted the very sweetest baby girl-formerly…read moreMadonna, now Bree- three weeks ago. It was love at first sight!!! Where do I start with the excellent care and customer service?! One of the many things I loved is that most of the dogs in their care are in foster homes. So there is so much time, training and attention to each pup that you simply can't get with a shelter. Breezy was mostly potty trained, had time around other dogs to learn how to behave, and so much was known about her behaviors and care. I just adored her amazing foster Mommy, Alex! She let us come to her home and spend an hour meeting both puppies (it was originally between her and her brother, Elvis, who is also a doll!!! Someone PLEASE scoop up that cutie!). I came with a list of questions and she answered every last one in detail and was so patient. I'm forever grateful for the wonderful love and care Alex put into my beautiful girl before I got her. From the application process to the actual adoption it was roughly a week and a half. I was surprised at how fast they were able to move and pleasantly so. I was contacted via email and text at all different parts of the adoption process by various volunteers- Joelle, Deborah, Jen, Alex and Breana are a few of the wonderful women I spoke to, but there was so many more involved. Each and every individual was knowledgeable on Breezy's care and her life before The Animal Pad. However short lived that was. Bree came spayed, had her first round of shots and was even microchipped! Which was a huge selling point for me. You know how expensive those all are out of pocket?!! It's worth every last penny of the $500+ I paid to know she was well cared for before I got her! She's the most loving and easy baby I've ever had! They even came and picked up the old things I had from my former soul baby, Adonis. It was heartbreaking to let the last reminders of him go. But I met some of the kindest humans in the process- Jen and her hubby. With an empathetic ear and even a hug I was left with a sense of comfort in that difficult moment. Knowing Adonis's things will go to good use is far more valuable than any monetary value I may have gotten for any of it. They were happily surprised at all that I was sending and came to me to scoop it all up! The Animal Pad is a rescue full of animal people who do this because it nourishes the soul! Not for profit! They do not discriminate if you live in an apartment, have had a bad experience where you have to return a former adoptee, are actively planning a family or any other reason that I'd been denied from two other rescues. I'd begun to lose hope in finding a new baby to love, until Animal Pad. Now I have the very best fit and I see clearly I simply wasn't meant to have any other puppers aside from Bree! We were meant for each other and she is deeply adored!! THANK YOU to everyone at The Animal Pad!!! You are one of the good ones and I'll continue to sing your praises to all that'll listen! I'm forever grateful to each and every one of you!