I got a cat on the first the cat hasn't eaten anything since I've gotten it when I first got it…read morethey tried to push in shorts on me and they were adamant about the insurance as if they knew the cat was already sick now I have an old cat the sick and no way to get it treated I have no money I live on 900 and some dollars a month there's no room for me to be able to afford so early in the game now I have to sit and watch my cat die because he's not eating anything and he's not drinking anything and this has been since the first I think they need to do a better welfare check with these animals before sending them out to people only so they can have their heart broke

Taylor is an amazing and lovely human being! She volunteers at HSPPR and was so kind! She was so…read moreenthusiastic about her job, the pets, and the people at HSPPR. She is a rare person and I wish there were more like her out there. HSPPR is a wonderful place and they are so great with the animals too! Mary was also a dear person who was so sweet and really cared for ALL of the cats in the cat habitat!

Next month my beautiful fur babe Joline will be fourteen. I adopted her from TCRAS when she was…read morefour. When she walks by it is there goes my heart. Thank you TCRAS for sending her to be seen at PetSmart in Colorado Springs as that is where I found her!

I am sure I will be unpopular with my review- after all it is an animal shelter and who doesn't…read morewant to love an animal shelter and give 5 stars?!?! It is not the shelter itself that is the issue, and the shelter is doing such good work! Truly! We have done multiple donations to TCRAS financially as well as with supplies. We have adopted three times from here. We adopted two absolutely wonderful dogs (they were "trauma" dogs, but we worked really hard with both of them to get them through many of their issues), and we adopted one cat that apparently was adopted out several times, and those adoptions failed (including ours). For the cat adoption, I do believe allowing your home animals to meet a potential animal you wish to adopt is crucial to seeing how they will get along, if it is a good match. This is not allowed at TCRAS, and that was a huge barrier with the cat adoption. My concern is that I do not feel that everything is truly disclosed to the adopter when the process happens. I know that not everything might be known, but just basic "obvious" things are not disclosed. The other concern/issue I have is that while some of the staff are just incredible and wonderful...others treat you like you are not in the "sorority," and they cannot be bothered with you. I tried with both of our dogs to call/email/or come in every 3-4 months to provide updates and let staff see how the dogs were thriving. I was dismissed as if I was a nuisance, so I stopped. I even wanted to volunteer with walking the dogs, but the attitude that was shown to me discouraged pursuing this. In addition, I found two strays that I had brought into TCRAS and when I called Angela answered; I was trying to tell her the stray dogs had some major gestational issues and to please let the owners know when the owners were found. Apparently the stray dogs I found are "frequent flyers" with being allowed to run around town, and Angela dismissed me acting like I was the problem for bringing them into TCRAS. It was quite disheartening. While we love our dogs and we take our pets to Dr. Conrad, we have decided that TCRAS is just not the right "fit" with the attitude and individuals that are the front line workers.

Worst experience trying to adopt a cat. I've filled out the application and was approved. I…read moreinquired about a cat which was on the website "ready to go home". I was told he was still on medical hold for another week. Therefore I responded back stating that I will check back in a week for him. He was taken off the website for a few days and I checked back and he was on there so I'm assuming he's medically cleared. I emailed AND called to leave a voicemail about setting up a personal meeting with the cat and NO RESPONSE! They were open today and updated their website once again so I know I am intentionally being ignored. OAN, I filled out the application at 12am and the NEXT morning I was approved. I know they texted my references as well.

It's a rescue so having worked with a rescue in Albuquerque they automatically get 5 stars. Would…read morerather give my coffee money to a deserving organization, I got an iced coffee which was an iced americano. The coffee is good. Must try the pod bars. Nuggets of goodness. And I have to add please adopt and spay an neuter your pets.

Can you tell which kind of animal at the ranch is my favorite?…read more Let me tell you...holding these little babies is actual LIFE! Are you mad, sad, glad, rad?? Anything you're going through, this is the place for you. Such a spirit lift! When you're headed down the road to get there you almost think you couldn't possibly be going the right way. It's out in the boondocks, and down a dirt road. But it's so worth the trip. The animals love people so much. The goats might trick you into thinking you're their best friend, but in reality they just want your treats. The babies are so lovable. They always have all kinds of cuties; horses, piggies, alpacas, donkeys, sheep, chickens, ducks, bunnies, ostriches... We go all the time. It's an awesome family fun experience. One trip my daughter and I got to watch baby goats be born! I highly recommend checking them out!

This little place is a must if you're in the Colorado Springs area. We are from out of state and…read morethis was our first stop. The owner, Erin, is amazing!! The passion, nurture, knowledge, and love that she has for each and every animal on her farm just gives me goosebumps. This experience is family friendly and even my 16 year old daughter had the time of her life.

National Dog Rescue is truly an amazing organization. The love, passion, and care they put into…read morewhat they do is incredible. We adopted our poodle Roman, previously named Flame, at the 2025 Clear the Shelters event. He was one of four puppies rescued together. We've had him just over a year, and watching his transformation has been amazing. He went from a scared, unsure puppy to the most loving, happy dog who absolutely adores our kids, cat, and our other dog Ellie, who he looks up to so much. I'm so grateful this organization gave him the chance to become the best version of himself and become such an important part of our family. I also really appreciate their adoption process and how carefully they make sure each dog is going to a loving, safe home. If you can adopt, volunteer, or donate, I highly recommend supporting National Dog Rescue. The story behind why the organization was started is incredibly heartwarming, and you can truly see the passion behind everything they do. We will forever be grateful for bringing this sweet boy into our lives!l and for everything they do for all of the dogs, transforming one life at a time.

There is a special place in the heavens for those involved with the NMDR. After our furbaby of 12…read moreyears (15yrs old, rescued at 3yrs old) crossed the rainbow bridge, we didn't know if or how long it would be before we could adopt again. It was so painful. But he had a happy, spoiled life full of love..& after finding "Mushu" (now Smoosh) on the NDMR website, we went through the application process & traveled from out of state to meet/bring him home. At 3yrs old & didn't know much (about anything.) Like a newborn puppy, he had to learn about doorways, windows, stairs, toys...everything! He's the sweetest, kindest, cutest most precious lil prince. From frozen scared, to curious and constant learning..we are so blessed to have found NMDR who gave us our GOOD BOY Smoosh.

THEY DON'T EVEN LET YOU ADOBT This organization SUCKS. no…read morethrive into giving their cats a well healthy home!! I am an Army veteran getting a good disability pay along with getting paid as a full time online student with a VERY HEALTHY HOME and VERY HEALTHY CAT. and they told me i have no stability for k julep chong. To tell me i have NO STABILITY. is RIDICULOUS and OUTRAGEOUS. i wish to give that sweet cat a healthy life but this "organization" doesn't let ANYONE adopt their cats. save your time.

Your customer service and dedication to get cats adopted are both severely lacking…read more Also - requiring that the "young cats" be adopted in pairs is ridiculous and seemingly unfair to those cats who have people wanting to give them a loving home. After reading many other reviews on this place - seems like a waste of time and they don't care to get their cats adopted to forever homes.

Ty and Sara are the the best team. They pour their hearts into the sanctuary for the pups.read more

From the owner: In order to help fund Painted Paws for Veterans, we have a store on our website that specializes in…read morefull color digital print, doodle and mandala art designs featuring dogs, cats and horses. Visitations to the Ranch are by appointment only during Covid19.

Rescues are amazing.. always taking care of the critters. Very thorough on background checksread more

My first visit.. fell in love with a beautiful doggie.. they said our dogs had to meet him because…read morehe was a picky dog, said come back tomorrow with your dogs. Came back the next day after lugging three dogs in my car in the heat.. went inside to tell them I was there with my dogs, she said sorry that dog is no longer here. We moved him because he'd been here too long". I asked where was he taken? She said oh we can't give you that information, it's confidential. My blood started to boil! My efforts and my time. Honestly I don't trust anyone who works there

This group of rescuers is often used by Animal Servíces volunteers to find appropriate placement…read morefor difficult to place dogs, labeled "Rescue Only." LA

We got our 2 year old lab mix from one of the adoption events a couple weeks ago. He's such an…read moreamazing dog!!!! I did read all the other comments and I am not sure why everybody is so angry. The volunteers give you 2 pages worth of things to expect - and that they try to adopt out the animals the same day they get them and then it's your responsibility to take said animal to the vet. I was very informed and I am grateful for this rescue and everything everybody complained about is in that 2 page document. Of course the animal is going to smell bad, the animal was homeless! As a new parent, it is your responsibility to bathe him. We took our new rescue to Wag n Wash and had a blast soaking him down. I gave the rescue a 4 tho because of how disorganized the event was. I've never been to an adoption event before so I'm not sure what I was expecting.