Love the new staff there. love the new management. wonderful to rescues very helpful. very clean…read more the dogs seem very comfortable there considering it's a shelter!

Shoutout to the clinic was the easiest process to get smokey neuter was his first time going to get…read moreshots too I dropped him off around 7am got him back at 3pm same day he was very sleepy till the next morning he's back too being normal just not the biggest fan of the cone lol. 5

I have to say that I'm puzzled by the review that described PAWSitively CATS as "depressing" with a…read morelack of space for cats and visitors. As someone who has volunteered there for over 15 years, I can attest that there are 3 separate large areas for different populations of cats (adoptable/sanctuary cats, Feline Leukemia cats, Special Needs/less than social cats) and each area typically houses between 20 and 30 felines. There are multiple rooms with screened in porches for the cats to enjoy, benches for visitors to sit on, and the only time I've seen the cats "swarm" is at the end of the day when cleaning is finished and they're expecting their treats. The post in question also claims that there is an online schedule of hours indicating that the shelter is only open to the public one day a week for 2 hours. I haven't been able to find that; instead hours are listed on Facebook as shown in the image I'm including. PAWSitively CATS is run by just a few staff members (some part time) and a few dozen dedicated volunteers. The cats are well cared for and happy.

After looking at the photos i guessed that small lap blankets might be useful…read more So I brought a box full of soft ones. I think they will be liked. i met some nice cats, they all have a name and walk randomly. Some want attention now, some wait. A very pleasant experience , nice and clean. And care seems to be a high priority. We ll see. Money would seem to be a high need lots of food and meds and prob vet bills. I met Sandy, a nice volunteer

PACC staff works so hard to take care of the never ending stream of stray and abandoned dogs and…read morecats. I've fostered and adopted may times from PACC. It makes such a difference to give them a shelter break even for a few days.

West side: cat kennels -it was a horrible troubling experience…read more A lot of "volunteers" sitting around doing nothing while visitors are going around, lifting up blankets for privacy from cat kennels and petting the cats although each kennel has a sign. Petting cats from kennel to kennel. Which spreads illness!! I was not surprised by this behavior as I saw a man doing it, and he informed me that he was a volunteer and he knows what to do. I did not see him wash his hands after the encounter, and then other people saw him doing it and they started petting cats. Not a good example!!! Why aren't the volunteers going around helping spread information and helping. The staff is horrible. No one has incentive doesn't seem to care. The older male volunteer got confrontational and agitated. Maybe because he knew he was breaking the rules under the guise of being a volunteer. Showing poor behavior to other visitors.smh It was so unprofessional, but it's Pima county run. Seems like they need less volunteers clogging up the space and more people doing things. There is no reason it has to be so disorganized. We've been to the cat kennel multiple times over the years and it's always the same. A group of "volunteers" and employees congregated doing nothing. SMH We never decide to adopt there as it's so disorganized and unprofessional. Maybe one or two of the people work there (in blue?) but they are worthless. THE WORST SHELTER I HAVE EVER BEEN TOO. It's the people not necessarily the conditions (for cats) Follow up- went to the southern Tucson, Humane Society and it was a much better experience. Professional and organized. We ran into another woman who had just left Pima as well and said the same thing as I did above.

Our health and living space made us give up our pet cat of 8 years. It was a hard thing to do for…read moremy wife and I. I read every review of every shelter in Tucson before driving to Hope. Although it was beyond hours, Susan greeted us, answered questions, and, in reality, comforted both of us. She also offered any help she could give to our situation. Indecision kept us busy for two more weeks, but decision made, we called her. She and a volunteer came on a Sunday and collected our surplus and our cat, taking time from her weekend to let us say goodbye, assuring his care, and thanking us for the privilege of being able to help. Fantastic, caring organization. We are indepted, and will be in their support list for a long time. If you are searching for a new furry friend, give them a call. You'll leave with a good feeling of meeting the people as well as the friend I hope you'll meet there and bring home.

Two years ago we were looking for a new pup and finally found Hope in Tucson. A wonderful…read moreorganization, they called and said they were rescuing a mom and 3 pups and thought either the Mom or one of the pups was what we were looking for. We got to visit the Mom and pups at her wonderful foster home and picked out our girl pup. The foster home was incredible and we love our dog so much. This is a wonderful organization to support. Alison

Proceed with caution. Something feels off with this organization…read more They took issue with the fact that my dog does not sleep in my bedroom, which struck me as extremely strange. Their expectations around how dogs should exist are overly rigid and disconnected from real-world pet ownership. They seem to confuse human preferences with canine behavior and fail to recognize that dogs can be healthy, secure, and well-adjusted without sharing a bedroom with their owner. Rather than focusing on whether a dog is genuinely loved, properly cared for, and well-trained, they appear to search for minor technicalities to disqualify potential adopters. That approach feels more judgmental than responsible. If you're considering adopting, I would recommend taking your time and exploring other organizations that prioritize the overall well-being of the dog over arbitrary rules. Spend your money and energy elsewhere

I have been a volunteer since SOLR began and I am very proud of this rescue. Rescue is incredibly…read moredifficult with so much work by so many behind the scenes. SOLR cares about our dogs, fosters, volunteers and adopters. It has been a privilege to see the rescue grow and be able to help so many dogs and create a community at the same time!

Still has a very wide variety of merchandise. This year, fewer clothes for men, although curated…read moreand sorted very well. Perhaps our visit last year was during a good time, but it seemed inventory was down, and prices were up. The art selections were fewer, and the variety of collectables seemed fewer, too. The quality of merchandise is usually pretty high, but prices have gone up, reducing the perceived value, overall, of the merchandise. There is much junk, but it's easy to comb through. It's worth a visit.

I was impressed for how well organized this shop is. Very spacious with good ventilation and…read moreamazing music! I went in and discovered a Boutique towards the back of the shop. Well curated clothing and accessories with higher prices. They don't have a dressing room available but you can try the clothes on top of your clothes do dress appropriately. They also have a big selection on pet supplies and accessories. The service was on point.

El Jefe Cat Lounge is three stories tall and full of adoptable cats and kittens! You can pay $14…read moreper hour for lounge time, which gives you plenty of opportunities to play, pet, and be chosen by a cat (because let's be honest... they choose us ). What I thought was really neat is that El Jefe was Tucson's first cat lounge and is named after the famous jaguar "El Jefe" that once roamed Southern Arizona. The lounge partners with local rescues, so every cat you meet is looking for a forever home. If you happen to fall in love with one (or five), you can even begin the adoption process! They've also have a café and gift shop inside for shopping and soaking up on the cat-themed atmosphere. They have everything from cat toys and journals to dish towels, keychains, cat ears, beanies, candles, and other fun cat-themed goodies. Each floor has its own little personality with climbing structures, cozy napping spots, and toys for the kitties to explore. Some cats wanted attention immediately, some were happily snoozing, and others gave me the classic "you may admire me from a respectful distance" look. Beyond regular lounge visits, they also host fun events like cat yoga, bingo, movie nights, crafts, and other themed activities. Whether you're looking to adopt, need a little serotonin boost, or simply want to spend an hour surrounded by adorable kitties, this is such a unique Tucson experience. Fair warning though... if you're a cat lover, don't be surprised if you leave with about 200 photos on your phone, a coffee in your hand, and a strong urge to adopt another furry friend.

Hang with cats, play with cats, adopt cats! Also a cafe to…read moreget coffee and snacks. Three floors of cats. Toys for play. Nice windows for light. $14 for an hour of cafe time.

The people are super nice, and what really drew me in was the ease of navigating their website!…read moreThey also write bios for the animals and there is a ton of information available on them to make sure you're able to get the best cat for you!

So latest Lloyd update. He has a ton of energy and my older cats find him annoying. So we adopted a…read morekitten about a year ago so Lloyd now has a partner in crime. I no longer have bath scrubbies, matching socks , or anything Lloyd deems his toy... I wake up at 4:30 for work and on my off days Lloyd assumes he gets fed at 4:30 so he screams till I relent and feed him. He loves being held and will lay in my arms for hours...Lloyd's foster told me it will take a special person to care for him because he needs tons of attention. He is exactly the perfect cat for us and I am pretty sure he feels the same way.

Outstanding facility. I've been taking Ms. Layla to Camino Verde for…read more couple years now. The owner himself communicates with you directly at time. It does not get any better, thank you so very much for taking care of my Layla *****

Today I took my dog in to get acquainted with the folks here and he did very well. Lisa, the…read moregroomer, was just great with him. The owner and other staff made my dog feel more at ease. I will be setting up other times with them for future training, boarding, etc.

I love Viva Pima! They have a following and for a reason! While not huge (but not tiny), folks line…read moreup before they open at 10 3 days a week, particularly on Saturdays, as they get great donations especially of vintage dishes. Lots of functional clothes and children's books as well, and some chairs and furniture. Staff are friendly and lines are run very efficiently!

While perusing through TikTok I ran across a video they made about the various things they were…read moreselling and the prices seemed too good to be true so I had to check it out for myself. Unbelievably everything was true! The prices here are great. I picked up a solid oak made in California American Mission end table for $18. Great group of people working here, all employees are volunteers and all of the proceeds stay in Tucson.