I wish there were ten stars to shower on Rebecca and her team there at Pets Lifeline. I got such personal help--Rebecca once having driven over an hour to my house to help me with the cat introduction!--these people go beyond the measure of any rescue I have ever experienced. I just can't say enoug about their commitment, care and concern for their animals and for the people who adopt them. Eternally grateful to you all at Pets Lifeline Love abounds, Lisa and Louie (aka Loonie) read more

i adopted a dog through pets lifeline. they have decent prices, compared to everywhere else i could find. they sent him home with all his medical paperwork, a microchip, leash, collar, food for a week or two, a crate, toys, a bed... way more than anywhere else. i felt that was amazing, and credit should be given where it was due. they also give you a month free access to online vets and trainers (although that didn't help me much.) The reason i would NOT recommend this shelter is because i don't feel they were upfront with me about the dog i brought home. Firstly, He has fleas, and they didn't inform me. they did tell me he was given nexgaurd, (a medication for fleas, heart worms and ticks), and i would have to give him his second dose. but they told me that in succession with all of his other medical information, and i assumed it was completely preventative and something they put all new dogs on, just like the shots and microchip we were also discussing. not once did they specifically disclose the fleas at all. Second, i asked if he was house trained and they said as long as he has access to outside, he will go outside. that has turned out to be the farthest from the truth, he isn't house broken at all and training him for it has been going poorly. i was looking specifically for a dog that was already house broken. i do know dogs can have a regression after adoption, and have been patient but theres been 0 improvements no matter what i do for him. he seems to only want to go inside. and finally, he has a trauma with men that was severely downplayed during the adoption and i wasn't told until after we had traveled over an hour to come get him. i have been putting in the work for this dog, and i love him. he is worth it. but this is not at all what i prepared myself for, despite doing my best to spend months looking into the right establishments and breeds for our family and situation. this place has nothing but amazing reviews, and i thought if i had seen one like mine, i at least would have gone into it knowing what i do now. so if you've read this far, please take my experience into consideration when making your decision on what establishment you choose, and if it is this place, ask every question you can think of to make sure you don't leave feeling just a little deceived. read more

Dear Mr. Ralphs (not your real name, I know), When I hopped in the back of the truck I thought we were going camping or maybe for a hike in the hills or a run through the vineyards! Perhaps you had finally forgiven me for that unfortunate incident with Mrs. Thistletwat's cat. It had been so long since you had taken me out, and I was so excited I couldn't sit still! Then when we drove down 8th Street, past the animal feed store, I thought I had hit canine paydirt! I really WAS a GOOD DOG after all! Were we stocking up for a huge doggie party? Was my birthday coming up? Were we stopping to get feed for the herd of cattle you'd gotten me for my birthday? (I am a good strong working dog, you know, and could use a little more challenge than those lazy neighbor cats.) Or maybe you were you buying me a fashionable new collar? (I am a very handsome dog au naturale, as you know, but some nice understated accessories certainly don't hurt one's chances with the lady dogs.) My tail was a-waggin', the ears were a-floppin', and my tongue was hangin' out as I panted for breath with all the anticipation!!! I think I even let out a triumphant little YELP or two. And then the scent of rawhide treats and cattle feed and smooth rolled-leather collars grew fainter. And confusing scents of over-marked territory wafted into my sensitive sniffer. And I heard barking. And NOT the pleasant refined dialect one would expect to hear on the finer ranches and vineyards and polo fields of Sonoma. It was a sad sort of barking, at the same time both desperate and resigned. I even spied a cute shepherd mix with long eyelashes WHINING. Now, I'm a very sensitive dog, I pride myself on not making the cute girls cry, and I did NOT like seeing this very fine specimen unhappy. You took me inside this place surrounded by chain link fence, and some nice people came over and rubbed my ears and scratched my butt while you WANH-WANH-WANH-WANH-WANH'd with the nice-sounding lady across the counter. I was a little distracted as I was caught up in the ecstatic massage of my hind-quarters, but I sensed a change in the tone of your conversation. Your voice grew strern, and I worried that you'd found out about that bag of pistachios that went missing a week earlier. (I know I shouldn't have, but they're just SO good!) My ears drooped and my tail hid between my legs. You pulled me outside, slammed the door, and took me back out toward the truck. I breathed a sigh of relief as the worst seemed over. With that sense of relief, I felt a sudden need to relieve myself. You shoo-ed me into the bushes, where I sniffed for a bit and then let 'er rip. When I shook myself off and returned, you and the truck were gone. Ahhh, you wanted to surprise me! So, I waited. I wandered around the lot. I peeked around the corner at the cute shepherd mix. I watched her sleep. I curled up in the dusty gravel and took a nap myself. I dreamt of long-eared spaniels and tenderloin steaks .... And then I woke to my head being gently stroked by a familiar hand. But it wasn't yours, Mr. Ralphs, it was one of the nice folks at Pets Lifeline's. While out walking the other dogs, she found me there in the parking lot where you had ... GASP! ... abandoned me! Although there were no vacant beds at the shelter (as they had apparently told you), they made a place for me. (I even got a space next to the cute shepherd mix. Her name is Daisy. And although the folks at Pets Lifeline got me ... ahem ... fixed, Daisy and I did share some nice times.) They fed me good food and took me for walks every day! And then one day this nice lady brought her friend to visit. The friend came to see Daisy but said she wanted a dog she could take out to coffee shops and for long runs in the hills. (Daisy's somewhat high maintenance.) Since I couldn't raise my hand and yell "Pick me. Pick me!" I jumped up and down and licked the lady's hand. The rest is history. And I now live in a nice house where I have a bed in every room, go for walks or runs every day and get Frosty Paws on my birthday. I even got that nice black rolled-leather collar. So, Mr. Ralphs, thank you for bringing me to Pets Lifeline where the nice folks took good care of me and found me a fine home where I am now kept in a style more befitting such a wonderful very-good dog as myself. Sincerely, D. Dog P.S. May the rest of Mrs. Thistletwat's cats mistake the seats in your truck for a sandbox. Don't leave the windows open. read more

Pets Lifeline - Animal Shelters Near Me - Sonoma, California

I am so thankful to now know more about Pets Lifeline. I've just volunteered for an event in the past, attended a couple of fundraisers for them. The one that stands out was the Olate Dogs a few years back. They won AGT -- America's Got Talent -- back in 2012. So my only contact was on that basis of volunteering and attending. When I rescued adorable Angelina, a two year old feline that a friend was feeding but off a very busy road, they opened their hearts to her and took her in just last week. She's already up for adoption as of today! Check her out. She's a gem of a little girl. I already have six indoor kitties of my own and was really not looking to add another but wanted to make sure that wherever I did take her, she would be safe and sound. Well, Monna made sure of that. I just made a donation for all their kindness and now the rest is just finding Angelina that indoor only forever home. I'm actually going to visit her tomorrow and learn more about becoming a volunteer with this very worthwhile organization! Thanks for such a warm welcome and helping me get this little girl on her way to her next chapter of life living in a comfortable loving home! I recommend adopting from them and saving a life to everybody! They are wonderful! read more

A no-kill shelter run by people with overwhelmingly beautiful and generous hearts who want to help those who can't help themselves. I got two of my cats here and my brother got one here as well. They were well-socialized and taken care of (vaccinated, spayed/neutered, and LOVED). Support this place because of how much it has helped homeless, abandoned animals. read more

We have adopted two dogs from Pets Lifeline. The staff is incredible. Both dogs rescued us. They became part of the family. Our latest dog is a Maltipoo. Best dog ever. read more

Grassroots animal shelter with healthy animals and sweet volunteers. Cats and dogs - both young and old - are the primary pets here, but all kinds of critters are housed here. While there are always a multitude of kittens, they also have a special program to adopt adult cats. A lot of hard work for a great cause. read more

Love, love, love Petslifeline! I have had many positive experiences with them and really appreciate the services they have provided the animals of Sonoma for so many years. Most recently my 9 year old indoor/outdoor cat went missing. I combed the neighborhoods and also called Petslifeline and filed a report with all of the details and nothing matched up. My gut told me to go in and take a look around so I brought a picture. The lady at the desk took one look my picture and began to give me her opinion on how all cats should be indoor and then told me about how it's coyote season :/ I felt absolutely hopeless until a co-worker over heard me and said she might have a kitty that looked similar. Low and behold my cat was there all along. Apparently she had been sitting in that cage for TWO WEEKS! I had to pay a fee to get her out which I completey understood and had no problem with. Like I said in the beginning I love this organization but wished they would have been more proactive in matching my missing report to there cat inventory, thus the reason for the 4 stars. read more

I fell head over heals for a joey, who needs a home despiratly. After several weeks of play dates i felt it is time to move forward with adoption. I brought my family in to play and we felt everything went great. My dog began playing ball for the first time with joey, that is a huge gift and worth the 2 stars. I went there to adopt, not be a constant play date. Our final meet up with Deana, everything changed, my teen childten thought it was wierd also. I expressed my concern latter in a phone call and felt reassured but i showed up the next day and felt the gossipy, wierd, discomfort. i felt like i wasnt good enough for joey and they were waiting for anyone better to walk through the door. Im furious, i think its rude to use a dog for your control issue. There is good reason joey has been there so long, neuroticly barking, crazy with energy. And hes still there. Tears me up but... read more

We adopted a lovely little dog named Blackie from Pets Lifeline yesterday. He is an absolute gem. They spent almost a year and a half working with him, getting him ready to be a stable and loving family member. Lucky for us that we happened upon him at just the right point in time when he was ready to take a chance on us. I think that he even took them by surprise! Pets Lifeline doesn't just rescue animals, they painstakingly and lovingly rehabilitate even the most frightened and confused dogs. I saw several reviews on their cat adoptions, but thought that I should review their stellar dog program. This isn't your typical dog rehabilitation program. They take their time to really consider what is best for the animals in their care and how to realize the best possible outcome for them. So, here is our BIG THANK YOU to Pets Lifeline for taking a chance on us and giving Blackie a new chance at life!!!!! read more

We've gotten several cats from Pet's Lifeline over the years. It's run by good-hearted people and has a no-kill policy. We were introduced to the cats in the communal cat room (one for adult cats and one for kittens) and were pleased to see the cats in the socialized setting. Other places keep their animals separated in cages. We paid a recent visit, and in my opinion, it didn't seem as neat and clean as it once was. I recall our first cat adopted appeared groomed (blow-dried puffball) and ready to go. Visiting the cat room, I noticed the cats were fairly well-adjusted, but our new cat felt a bit grimy. Perhaps there is a lack of care volunteers? Anyway, I recommend Pet's Lifeline as they do try to match you with the right cat or kitten. ps. I am concerned with reviewer with FIP experience and will keep an eye on our new charge. read more