My wife and I were looking to add to our growing family (bearded dragon and Aussie mix rescue) in…read moreefforts to provide additional companionship for our Aussie as we just moved into our new home and no longer have neighboring dogs. This was our first time here as previously, we rescued our Aussie from the Love Joy Foundation in Inglewood. Initial impressions were that the staff took immense pride in their job and that the animals were very well cared for. The neat and organized board of visuals of the the up-for-adoption pets (dogs / cats / critters) was a unique touch I had never seen at another shelter. As the person in the relationship who has never owned a cat, I felt as though I was at a huge disadvantage in both advocating on behalf of our Aussie but also facilitating a compatible future partner in crime. Given that we were understandably unable to facilitate a meet and greet with both pets, I am very appreiciative of Christine, who helped us as she was both incredibly kind and patient with me, taking the time to provide thoughtful answers to all the questions and concerns I had. it was very reassuring being able to lean into Christine.

I can't even begin to express how callous and uncompassionate our experience with the person at the…read moreentrance to the Animal Resource Center was. Ironically one of the most inhumane experiences we have ever had. When someone carries in a completely limp and unresponsive dog, desperately asking for help, it is WAY the wrong response to act annoyed and try to get rid of them without any assistance. My Labrador just collapsed, lost all bodily autonomy, soiled herself and had gone completely white. I ran down the street carrying her to the nearest place that I thought could help, which was the Pasadena Humane Society. The 2 young ladies at the Shelter Shop directed me to the Animal Resource Center. I'm sweating bullets and my body is giving out from carrying my poor limp dog a considerable distance, when I finally arrive at the Animal Resource Center. I ask the girl at the entrance for help and she just tells me that they don't treat pets and I need to take my dog somewhere else. I frantically ask where and she gets visibly annoyed at me when she can't provide more information. Eventually a young man comes out and explains that I would need to surrender my dog in order to have them treat her, at which point she becomes the Humane Society's property and I have no claim or access to her condition or whereabouts. He tells me that Access is the nearest emergency pet hospital that can treat her. At that point a woman (possibly a vet) steps in and directs us to VCA on Arroyo Parkway because it seems like my dog may not survive the trip to Access. She was empathetic and wished us luck as we headed off. While I am thankful for those who eventually stepped in and offered helpful advice, I am still in shock at the callous and annoyed initial response I got from the girl at the Animal Resource Center entrance, in that desperate moment as I held my lifeless baby in my arms. I don't care how bad your day was or how much you don't care about your job, you do not get annoyed with someone who is desperately clutching their lifeless baby's body right in front of you. I get it, Pasadena Humane is a non-profit and not a free veterinary hospital. I also understand that many of the staff are not paid enough to care or they may very well be volunteers. But please do a better job of training your people, especially if they are the first point of contact with the public. Give them a list of alternative facilities or instruct them to reach out to someone who can and wants to help, it could mean the difference between life and death.

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.

Lots to love about the store! The koi pond at front is really cute as the koi are very acclaimated…read moreto people. The selection is great with the dried fish filets being my favorite and the variety of chicken. I ended up getting a dog biscuit, a duck and rice chew and some fish chew. Staff were really friendly.

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.

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.

Last time my nieces were in town, they read about CatCon and insisted it be a fun LA activity we…read moredo, lol! Well, it was quite disappointing actually on a number of levels and I love me some furry everythings but CatCon is not the vibe. As mentioned, we all donned our cute little ears and drove out to Pasadena with our $42 per adult tickets and we had 3 adults plus two kiddos (free admission under 12). We arrived then had to pay an additional $12 at the parking garage. Upon arrival at the 10am opening, we then waited in the General Admission line for about 90 minutes in 90+ non-shaded, non-expected so people were going down around me from heat stroke without water & air, Pasadena sun. Listen, all this is part of a Con right? Such is the life of an attendee! BUT~this was not a Con at all. Had the payoff of spending $150 to wait in such torrential conditions been worth it as it as at a proper Con, I wouldn't rate it so low! And mind you, the two stars is just because----cats. But this was no proper Con -I don't know what this was but it had nothing at all worth paying an admission price to enter. Once inside the venue, there were just shops and additional paid meet & greet with internet cats then adoptions. But what's crazy even with only those minimal things - I couldn't attempt to buy anything or see anything as the line for seeing any cats was another wait once already inside. Lines for EVERYthing not just meet and greets, it was truly bizzare. It was so packed with nowhere to go and nowhere to squeeze through and absolutely nothing to do, anxiety inducing after standing for 90 minutes in 90 degree weather to be packed in like that with nowhere to sit. This can't be called a real Convention at all - it's so bare minimum with no talks, discussions, panels, like nothing free without a wait included in the expensive ticket price. Like literally nothing if you did not wait for at least 30 minutes which makes no sense at all! We had a Cat Festival back on Chicago that ate and CatCon in Pasadena surely does not.

I've struggled to find a cat groomer in Pasadena for my older Himalayan, Mr Rochester. Ivan was…read morewonderful. He listened to what I wanted for my cat and understood my request. Mr R came home looking sharp and feeling good! The most important part of this grooming service was that my cat came home stress-free. What's best for my cat is always my number one priority and the Pet Garden understands this. They kindly offer to groom cats as early in the day as possible to prevent them from being stressed by the daily activities of the daycare. I will go 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.

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.

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!!

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

I have had such good experiences with Mutts and Moms beginning with my dog I adopted from them in…read more2009. When he passed at a ripe old age after a long and happy life in my home, I did not have to think twice about where I would look for a new companion when I felt ready. It has now been many years again since the last adoption, and I know I would return again when the time comes. I see that there have been multiple news items slandering this business and Marina as a person, which I think is ridiculous. I have found her and her practices both completely fair and empathetic. She cares about and remembers these animals even after many years away from them, and has always gone above and beyond offering a hand (even offering boarding if needed for a vacation!) F the haters, if I may say so.

I had been dreaming of having a ragdoll for years when I stumbled upon Jessica at Ragdolljjsweeti…read more I saw on Reddit in Ragdoll forums that she came highly recommended and her cats are clearly gorgeous. I saw that a retired male ragdoll Beni was available and Jessica got right back to me when I inquired about him. She was quick to respond to me, knowledgeable, and patient when I needed to delay my pickup date. She and her husband were a joy to work with and Beni is the MOST stunning and friendly cat I've ever met. I am so grateful and happy to have him as a new family member! Highly recommend. We will probably be back for a kitten!

I was researching ragdoll breeders for at least a year before deciding on adopting with Jessica and…read morecouldn't ask for a better breeder! It was important to me to find kittens with excellent temperament to get along with our older ragdoll at home. Jessica has been nothing but thorough! Through her questionnaire you can tell she cares a lot about her kittens and the homes they go to. She even let us meet the available kittens in person before deciding on one. All the kittens we met were soft as clouds, sweet, and calm despite being outside of their comfort zones. We ended up picking our Armstrong as he was the most confident of the bunch. Immediately on the first day taking him home he ate straight away and was eager to explore. Normally cats I know can go on a hunger strike during rehoming and it can be an anxious experience so it was nice to see him adapt so quickly. He is so affectionate, playful, and follows us everywhere. He even cuddles in our arms every night. His temperament is more that of a puppy than a cat! Also, through the whole process Jessica is very prompt in communication!! Even after the papers signed and payments submitted she is super helpful in helping new cat parents navigate caring for their new family member. Anywhere from asking how much food to give them to what to expect from your kittens vet appointments, she's always happy to answer any questions you may have!

I've struggled on writing this unfavorable review as I believe people doing rescue work often have…read moretheir hearts in the right place. I like many people have chosen to adopt during the pandemic - a time where many others are looking to provide a home to a dog. I support rescues efforts to chose the absolute best home for each and every animal. My issue with Little Wolf Rescue is with a major lack of communication after leading me to believe I was chosen to adopt the sweet dog I had applied for through LWR. Ariel, who I see people making very lovely comments about here, contacted me to offer a meet and greet with a dog I was so in love with. A dog I was ready to commit to and dedicate myself to meeting his needs. I met him (let's call him Q) and his fosters, who were lovely people, and felt great about it. Prior to that meet and greet Ariel told me the next step after the meet and greet was to contact her and schedule a home check. She then proceeded to post on IG that she had selected an applicant to adopt Q who was scheduled to meet him. Which given the timing and the fact that the fosters said there were no other meetings scheduled, led me to believe I was the one chosen. The fosters expressed to me how much the dog seemed to like me, and that they liked me for the the dog (let's call him Q). I reached out to Ariel via text directly after my meet and greet with Q and expressed my sincere interest in moving forward and asked when she would like to schedule an home check. And no response. I reached out again - no response. I called and left a voice mail the next day with again, no response. I emailed her and received no response. A few days later she posted about difficultly with her phone in her IG stories so I thought perhaps once she fixed her phone she would get back to me to say something. But I received absolutely no contact from Ariel. None! Not even a text to say I'm sorry, we've decided to go with other applicants for Q. Now, I would have been disappointed and likely would have asked why, but found it truly cruel to simply ghost me after inviting me to start the process towards adopting Q. I had already begun to envision him in my life for his life. I was left to ask the fosters if they had heard from her at all. I continued to ask Ariel to just let me know she had received my messages and to give me a sense of timing, or of if she wanted to proceed at all. I did so via IG, text and voice mail, and one email. It has now been over a month, and she never ever got back to me. Most of all, I want Ariel to know that I understand her priority is the dogs in her care, but the humans she invites to meet and adopt them also have feelings and are impacted by her actions. For anyone reading this, I know rescues are inundated with people applying and contacting them non stop. The only reason I strongly feel I needed to write this, is I was selected, I was offered a meet and greet. I did get emotionally invested in Q. And, I did pass up other adoption opportunities while giving Ariel the benefit of the doubt that she would eventually get back to me. So, guard your heart if contacted to meet a dog in this rescues care. They may do what they did to me. Honestly, Ariel, you may want just learn to face people, even if you have bad news for them. It truly was most hurtful not to hear back. I am an adult and can handle bad news, but this... this was just not okay.

I LOVE LITTLE WOLF RESCUE ARIEL KEEP UP THE AWESOME WORK I AM A SUPPORTER FOR LIFE Adopt Don't…read moreShop! I have been dealing with Ariel since December 2015 when I was looking to adopt my first new addition to my family. On 1/2/16, I adopted my first Puppy who was named Cupcake NOW she is Sparx. She is our daughter. We did a meet and greet and my family and I feel in Love with Sparx. Ariel is one of the kindest people I know. She has a big HEART . She LOVES animals and that's an understatement. Everything she does comes from her love of animals. Every time I called her when I found a stray animal she always helped out. All of these loving animals have found forever homes because of her HELP. She always provided food, toys, bowls and great advice. I also deal with other rescues so I am speaking from experience. ATTACHED ARE PHOTOS OF THE DOGS SHE HAS HELPED. OF COURSE THE FIRST 5 or 6 photos are my SPARX. The rest I am sure you have seen on Instagram. #adoptdontshop #littlewolfrescueforlife