Jeff is the real deal - the man is in the trenches confronting the most horrific cruelty and refusing to turn away. Those of us who support Jeff understand that extraordinarily few people could undertake this kind of rescue effort under the most dire of circumstances and maintain their sanity. But Jeff emerges intact and more committed than ever to ending the dog-meat trade once and for all. He is made of better stuff, as is his team. Not all heroes wear capes. read more

Our family adopted a dog from one of NDLB's Chinese Sanctuaries in East Asia 7 months ago. I have nothing but praise for all of the staff encountered throughout our adoption process, (which from start to finish took a little more than three months). NDLB is an incredible 501(c) (3) non-profit and their global mission of rescuing dogs and cats from immense suffering and complete abandonment, along with their exceptional care and concern for each survivor (no matter the gravity of each animal's injuries), is nothing short of outstanding. The dog we happened to adopt is a Japanese Akita Inu and happens to go by the name Romeo because he happened to be saved from slaughter on Valentine's Day (on February 14, 2020). The founder of NDLB , Jeff Beri, and his crew actually risked their lives twice to save our dog. Once (due to the strict Covid-19 Restrictions in China at that time and a second time to challenge the people who were about to slaughter him). I personally found all of the NDLB staff I interfaced with during the adoption process very personable and easy to connect with. More importantly, I found the staff demonstrated great care and concern for their animals throughout the adoption process. While waiting for Romeo's freedom flight to New York, we received multiple videos and photo's along with ongoing communication from the NDLB Chinese staff who were with him daily. The New York staff made sure I (along with my husband), understood all the possible challenges that came with adopting a dog from overseas and wanted to make sure we were up for this type of challenge. All I can say is Romeo has completely changed our family's life. Our family over the years has had three dogs. Romeo was our first overseas adoption, by far, he is the most considerate dog we have ever had the pleasure of owning, and is always looking out for our well-being. One last positive has been, over the past months, being able to maintain on going contact with Romeo's team in China, and being able to send photos and videos of him here having all sorts of fun in the USA. (See Romeo enjoying sunbathing below). read more

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After my dog passed away in 2020, I knew I wanted to rescue a dog next. After extensive research, I came across NDLB and was instantly pulled in by their mission and fight against the dog meat trade. When I applied to adopt, I was shortly contacted by someone from their adoption team who was very responsive and so pleasant to answer all my questions. My dog was located in China at the time, and I was extremely impressed by how transparent they were throughout the entire process. They sent tons of picture and video updates to all the adopters with dogs in transport once they were on the road. It was incredible to also see how much the team cares for the dogs... one of the workers even rode and slept in the back of the truck (might I add it was the dead of winter during a snowstorm) to keep the dogs company and make sure they were okay during a several hour ride. I've now had my dog for a year now and I'm definitely biased but he's the best and everyone who meets him loves him. Of course you also have to expect to have to potentially put in work considering the unfortunate circumstances the dogs have been through. All in all, I would highly recommend adopting and supporting NDLB because everyone on the team is so passionate about the welfare of the animals. read more

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Attentive, communicative, & thorough. Everyone who is a part of this organization truly cares about their dogs and pet parents, walking them through every step of the way. They are saving dogs in dire conditions, and that is absolutely priceless. Thank you Jeff, Mary, Lee, Jackie, and everyone at No Dogs Left Behind. read more

I adopted from NDLB about a year ago! Thanks to them I now have my furever family member Brian! read more

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Got to adopt my dog Braven (now named Maverick) and it was the best and easiest experience. Thank you NDLB for changing my life. Truly appreciate it. read more

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BANDIT: Adopted July 2024. She was so scared, now still scared as she was there seven years but has adapted to us fairly well. I think she had a worse time of it than most of the dogs as she was taken off a truck going to slaughter and most of those dogs from that particular truck have not adapted as well as most. Whatever she experienced was worse than most of the dogs at NDLB have, I think. However, after eight months, she has lost most of her fear of me, now feels safe and is a wonderful dog that still has some distance to go but is adapting well. I am so, so happy to have been able to give her a loving home where she feels safe and will spend the rest of her life here. It is SO rewarding. Thank God there are brave people that save these unlucky dogs. **** read more

This organization is absolutely fantastic! They brought our girl Eden to us last summer, and we could not have asked for a more perfect dog! She adores my son and keeps an eye on him. She's wonderful with our other pups. Jeff Berri and his team are incredibly compassionate. He has an enormous heart for all these pups! We will be rescuing another survivor (or possibly two) from them. We are so excited! If you are seeking a truly honest and caring rescue, NDLB is the one for you. They have so many babies in need of homes. read more

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Before adopting from this organization, please do a deep-dive into the reports online. There are many reports of abuse and neglect. Dogs have died en-masse in at least two terrible incidents in their care. I've had my dog since 2024 and I just reviewed her medical files more closely, only to realize there are conflicting dates and information throughout - so these records are totally forged. They encouraged me to foster my dog for a couple of weeks to see how she would get along with my other dog. After a few days I started getting aggressive, nasty texts from the owner that either I had to commit to an adoption or he needed the dog back for an adoption event by the end of the first week. I kept the dog because there was no way I was putting her back into their hands after I'd investigated them online. Also, their "adoption" fee was $2,225, which was kind of a surprise. I love my dog and am so happy to have her, but I would never deal with this group again. read more

I had the privilege of adopting a wonderful dog through this organization. NDLB was very organized with all the paperwork needed for my dog's flight from China to NYC. They also have a very caring and passionate staff. read more

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I found this to be a terrible organization and I would never recommend anyone use this place. I sent the money right away and was promised a dog, with multiple videos of the one I picked sent by Mary and Jeff, with the arrival dates being repeatedly pushed back every 2 weeks when i kept asking to the point when I was told my dog had to wait until they could ship 450 dogs together, and would not even arrive until 2026 even though he was supposed to originally arrinve in October 2025. I was told maybe March 2026 but no guarantee he would ever come. While I think this organization is nice to save dogs from the meat market in Asia, the idea of sending 450 dogs on one plane at once seemed like it would not happen. I had my hopes of adopting a poodle destroyed by the idea of waiting so long, and never feeling like he would never arrive. At least they refunding my money, so maybe, if you don't mind waiting, for who knows how long, it might work out! read more

I rescued my Dog Harlow from No Dogs Left Behind in Oct 2022 after we had lost our senior dog. My good friend volunteered with this wonderful organization that rescues dogs from horrible conditions all over the world. Harlow was rescued from the illegal meat markets in Yulin, China. She has the sweetest temperament, smart, loves people and gets on great with other dogs. She came with all her shots, spayed and microchipped. I can't thank them enough for all they do for these sweet babies. Harlow has been an amazing addition to our family. Thank you! read more

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My wife and I discovered No Dogs Left Behind in 2020, and were impressed by their dedication to rescuing dogs from utterly horrific conditions in the meat trade, as depicted in some of the videos on their website. We have adopted more than one dog from NDLB over the last few years, and have fostered for them, as well. The adoption process, especially during the Covid outbreak was complicated by rapidly changing rules and laws on importing and exporting dogs both in the US and China. These frustrations (not the fault of NDLB) were greatly eased by the professionalism and accessibility of the staff, who kept us updated with regular videos and photos of our survivors, and were always available to answer our questions in a private chat group. From my experience adopting multiple dogs through NDLB, they run an efficient and effective operation, rescuing, providing emergency and routine medical care, housing, adoption, and transportation of the animals in their care. Their adoption fees are not the lowest to be found, but I am satisfied that they provide the funding for the necessary services they provide. Further, given the time spent with the dogs every day by caring volunteers and staff who help the dogs learn to trust and love humans and each other, the cost of adoption is a bargain. Having met with Jeff, the founder of NDLB on several occasions, including at the NDLB sanctuary in the US, I can attest to the passion he and his staff have for their animals and their ongoing mission. The adoption coordinators, Brandy and Liz, worked so hard to get our survivors to their new homes across the world, and I am in awe of what they were able to accomplish. This is definitely an organization you can trust to do what is best for their animals, and to provide excellent adopter care from start to finish. read more

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We adopted our Bunny aka Braveheart from NDLB and it's the best decision ever! The adoption process was very organized and easy. Volunteers are very nice people. They were in contact with us updating on our pet at all stages and following up later. This is a great organization to adopt and save a pet from. Our boy is just an angel, he's so adorable. He appreciates the new found love and care and we see how loving and grateful he is we love him! It was definitely worth it. Thank you NDLB and all of the volunteers! read more

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This shelter is amazing. They are the only shelter I trust. They literally put their lives on the line to save dogs!! My baby Trio was of of them. Thank you for doing what the most of us won't do. Thank you for saving my baby Trio, he's an angel and I'm forever grateful for you guys read more

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I adopted Maddie and Allie after they were saved by Kabul Small Animal Rescue and No Dogs Left Behind and flown from Kabul to Canada in January of 2022 on the Mission Possible flight. They stayed at No Dogs Left Behind for six months until they could travel to their new home in Dallas, Texas. NDLB is the best and I can't thank them enough for the wonderful care and love they gave to these sweet pups! read more

No Dogs Left Behind is an amazing organization with wonderful people who truly care about dogs. Thanks to them I have my best friend Iron who is a six year old chocolate lab. The process of adopting a dog from China is made easy with NDLB. They handle all the paperwork and logistics for getting the dog you adopt to you. I'm so grateful to this organization for bringing Iron into my life. If you want to make a difference and save a dog, NDLB is the organization to make it happen. read more

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I was searching for a companion dog for my other dog, and just couldn't find one. I came across NDLB and immediately felt that I this was where I need to be. They had a group of puppies from Yulin China that I immediately fell in love with. I applied, and spoke with their amazing team who told me not only their mission to save dogs from horrific conditions, but about these puppies and their journey to the U.S. I was very impressed with not only the mission, but the process. After I decided to go ahead to adopt, they kept me in the loop every step of the way from NY to Miami. They even drove and stayed over with him till his flight to me. After his flight when he got here, they checked up to make sure he was happy and settled. I have had my dog for 9 months and he is just amazing. He is the sweetest, most loving dog ever, and I am so happy that he choose my family to make his own. It is unbelievably horrible what conditions these dogs where in prior to being saved, and I am so grateful that there is an organization like NDLB to save them. I more than recommend them. They are amazing and once you adopt from them you are family. The process was easy and worth it. If you can't adopt, please support them in other ways. read more

I adopted from NDLB a year ago. The adoption process is long but so worth the wait. The team here would do anything for the dogs in their care and it shows. read more

I love NDLB. I first fostered Bear and Oliver for like 5 months.. Then fell in love with these 2. Ive adopted Bear and adopting Oliver to. Great organization saving one dog at a time if u cant foster ir adopt. Donate to NDLB to help save more of our furry friends Thanks NDLB and everone who helps. Matt Agudo.​ read more

Prior volunteer who worked extensively with Jeff Beri and NDLB. Please look at reviews of NDLB on Glassdoor by former staff and volunteers. This organization is not what it portends to be. The dogs in his care suffer because of his management of the shelters where dogs are only given one cup of food a day and spend 23+ hours a day locked in kennels. And if that were not terrible enough, all 44 dogs kept in their kennel in Canton, NY died in a fire alone with no one to help them. No fire alarms. No smoke detectors. No sprinklers. An investigation is ongoing. More people are speaking out now after the fire. Please do thorough research before donating or supporting this organization.This man should not be allowed to have animals. read more

I applied to adopt from NDLB back in March. When I was gotten back to the amazing woman who interviewed me helped me choose the most amazing dog, Wood. She was patient and answered all my questions as we decided which dog would be the best fit for me. My dog wood was rescued off a meat trade truck with 1300 dogs back in 2017. The work these people do are just absolutely amazing, and ever single person I met is just a pleasure to speak with. Wood flew over the to the US in May and now I could not imagine my life without her. She is an 8 year old German shepherd border collie mix. Not only do I recommend this organization, but I cherish them for all they do. Thank you so much NDLB read more

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My fiance and I adopted our first dog from NDLB in 2020. Despite the challenges presented by the pandemic, the NDLB team was very responsive and candid about any holdups in the adoption process. 2 years later, we adopted two more dogs, a mother and daughter, from NDLB. We are very impressed with NDLB's valiant mission to rescue dogs from the dog meat trade, and every person on the team truly cares about these dogs and getting them into a safe home. When we came back two years later to adopt our two other dogs, Jeff remembered us from 2020 and remembered our first dog, Winter! He and his team are dedicated, wonderful people. We recommend adopting through NDLB to everyone we know -- my parents adopted two dogs from NDLB themselves! I would highly recommend adopting from NDLB -- you won't regret giving a loving and safe home to a dog that has been through so much already. read more

We have No Dogs Left Behind to thank for an amazing dog! He completed our family and we are so in love with him. No Dogs Left Behind were terrific to work with from the start of falling in love with our pup online to the final step when we picked him up. Everyone was super friendly and you could tell they were committed to their work with the dogs. Can't recommend them enough. read more

There's so much to say about No Dogs Left Behind (NDLB), where to start? NDLB satisfies a spot in human hearts that longs for justice for animals. The founder, Jeff Beri, continually risks his life to save dogs (and some cats too!). I adopted my pup from NDLB just before all the roadblocks started popping up on getting dogs from China to the US. However, nothing deterred NDLB from getting the dogs out of China, to Canada, and then to the US. When you fall in love with a pup, they are worth the wait but it's made easier when you know the loving care and strict protocol followed by the rescue group you adopt from. The variety of breeds that pass through their care is astonishing, With NDLB, the animals they save are their #1 Priority and that makes the adopters their top priority. The adoption process was quick, and they kept us informed every step of the way of my pup's journey to come home to us. NDLB is Amazing! Jeff Beri is one-of-a-kind! He doesn't give up until the job is done and he fights the good fight on the front lines for the helpless, the voiceless, the innocent animals of the dog meat trade. Our family would be incomplete without our NDLB pup. Even if you can't adopt, please donate to NDLB (www.nodogsleftbehind.com) because every penny counts! Thanks, Jeff and Team for saving my boy Brownie! read more

We rescued our German shepherd from NDLB and it could not have been a most positive experience. Very professional and they took great care in ensuring he would be the best fit for us and our family. We had an older dog and they were great with making sure they could meet and get to know one another before coming into our home. read more

I adopted a dog from No Dogs Left Behind and the entire process was a breeze. They were very communicative, upfront with details/costs, and they jumped through major hoops to get my little guy to me. I absolutely adore my rescue pup, and I'm happy to have worked with this organization. If you're considering an international rescue, I highly recommend No Dogs Left Behind! They are changing the world and saving lives. read more

I highly recommend adopting or fostering from No Dogs Left Behind (NDLB). I came across NDLB when I was looking to add a second dog to our family. It was such a great experience that I ended up adopting two dogs from NDLB. The adoption coordinator was fantastic and answered all my questions in a timely and detailed manner. I felt I could reach out to the NDLB team at any time with questions, even after the adoptions were completed. The first dog I adopted was located in China. The adoption coordinator provided me with up-to-date videos of the dog prior to the adoption as well as numerous videos while my dog was awaited her flight. I was constantly kept up to date on the progress of the flight and picking up my dog from the rescue when she arrived was seamless. The NDLB team are extremely passionate about the welfare of the dogs as well are extremely knowledgeable about the dogs in their care. They were very forthcoming with information about the dogs available for adoption. I have had one of my dogs for a year and the other for six months and I could not image life without them. They are the most loving, full of life dogs that fit so well into my family. Within days of bringing both dogs home, my 12-year-old son was rubbing their bellies and playing in the yard with them. It felt like they were so grateful to be rescued by such an amazing organization and now living their best life with us. I could not be happier with my choice to rescue from NDLB. read more

Never have I ever found such an amazing group of activists and volunteers who are so dedicated to their cause. The unyielding determination NDLB has towards fighting the global war against animal cruelty is incredible. They are fighting on the front lines every day to put an end to the dog meat trade and other unthinkable acts of cruelty. If you find yourself in a position to help support their mission, please donate, apply to foster or adopt a survivor, volunteer, help them spread awareness. There are so many ways to help this wonderful organization. read more

I have adopted from NDLB. Do your research before you adopt or donate from this organization or it's founder Jeffrey beri. My dog has to respayed because it was not done right in china. My vet actually said it looked like someone with zero experience did the spay because part of her uterine horn and part of an ovary was left and they developed painful adhesions. I was later informed after approaching the rescue that over 200 dogs had the same issue! And then, a year later my dog gets sick and another adopted told me about a bunch of dogs having a deadly parasite. I got my dog tested and guess what! She had leishmania. She died shortly after. I tried getting help or at least I formation from beri but he screamed at me and then ghosted me. Don't adopt or donate to this organization. I feel so sad for their dogs because clearly the owner doesn't care at all about them. He just wants the $2000+ adoption fee. He is no better than the dog dealers in china. Terrible terrible experience read more

One of the most AMAZING Dog Rescues I have ever been involved with. No Dogs Left Behind is a boots on the ground organization that rescues dogs from the Dog Meat Trade in China. They rescue their dogs directly from slaughterhouses, dog meat trucks and wet markets in China. I did a lot of research before deciding to adopt to dogs from the dog-meat-trade and I was very aware that there were organizations claiming to do the same thing, but were not legitimate. I can tell you with 100% certainty that not only is No Dogs Left Behind a completely legitimate organization, but they are truly changing the world for animals. It was also very impressive to me that their founder, Jeff, is actually the person on the frontlines risking his safety to rescue these dogs. You can tell he has a very strong bond with each dog because of this. I cannot have dogs that shed due to a severe allergy (such a horrible curse) and was worried I would have a hard time finding a hypoallergenic dog at a rescue like this. I was surprised to find that they have nearly every breed of dog available for adoption. If you are looking for a specific breed of dog and are thinking of buying from a breeder, I urge you to check this rescue out. These dogs are SO in need of a good home. They have been through so much horror. I am waiting for my two newly adopted poodle-mix dogs to arrive home to me! I can't wait! No Dogs Left Behind has been with me every step of the way so far and they have assured me that they will be an ally for my dogs for the rest of their lives. I couldn't say more amazing things about them! read more