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Rancho Coastal Humane Society

3.6 (133 reviews)
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Updated 3 months ago

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Michael G.

I was never going to speak up, but after reading some reviews I think I need to. I got an amazing dog from here, but not until I got very angry and threatened to go to a breeder. They HEAVILY discriminate against people that live in apartments. They don't seem to understand that people in apartments might take their dogs more places. My dog Lyla (previously Lyra) walks miles a day and meets new dogs all over our apartment complex. I argue her life is better than a dog that just sits in the same yard, or gets let out in the same back yard all the time. Bottom line they told me things like "maybe you should get an old dog..." Afterwards the calls and emails felt more like a parent checking up on me. So if you are feeling judged, just tell them you are going to a breeder since apparently all the dogs are taken and this stray dog thing isn't an issue any more.

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Lisa W.

We adopted our first dog here, unexpectedly with no expectations. We were only browsing around didn't humane society starting at Oceanside, Carlsbad and ended up at RCHS. Rancho has many dogs available for adoption. We came in and browsed around. Overlooked our soon to be dog because she was just so hairy and we couldn't really see passed the long curly hair. We wanted another dog but after an interview and our application they said we were not a good fit for our first choice due to separation anxiety. They did however gave us alternatives for other dogs. We browsed around again for their suggestions and saw the white curly hair dog. Second in line and they told us they'll call us the next morning if the first person does not want her. And somehow we got so lucky that the first person didn't want her and ended up with our new loving maltipoo dog. I like that the process is a bit strict- they don't let you adopt any dog. You have to match with the dog. Which shows me that they really care about making the dog happy. I'm glad that they do that. They also provide follow up calls and emails and suggestions after the adoption. They help you integrate into each other's lives. One thing they can improve is telling you about what you should do after you adopt. First thing they should tell you is get your dog on flea meds, and get all her shots updated. We learned the hard way and delayed those until 3 weeks and suffer some unwanted circumstances. We are happy with RCHS! We adopted our first dog. We're totally in love! And will come for our second dog once we buy a house!

Melisande M.

I've wanted a dog for a while. It's so hard to find the right dog. I went here just to look at dogs and met the most precious animal. I decided to do a meet and greet and an interview. They provided me with medical records and a full background on the dog. Then we went through with the interview to find the perfect match. Luckily it was the dog I was eyeing. A week later adopted him and it's been the best days of my life. He is absolutely perfect. Thank you for helping me find pine (now Marty) and his funny behavior and snuggles

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I adopted two wonderful tuxedo cats from RCHS years ago and have to say that they do a wonderful job caring for pets who need adoption !

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Please be patient with the process, they want you to find the RIGHT dog, not just a pet to keep in the back yard and ignore.

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3.1
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Richard truly deserves recognition for his outstanding care and compassion. He went far above and…read morebeyond to help my senior mother on three separate occasions, each time showing patience, respect, and genuine kindness. What meant the most to us was that when help wasn't readily available, Richard stepped in without hesitation and made sure my mother felt supported and comfortable. He took the time to listen, never rushed us, and treated my mother with dignity and warmth. His calm and caring approach made a stressful situation feel much easier, and his empathy left a lasting impression on our family. Not every interaction that day felt welcoming, which made Richard's kindness stand out even more. Employees like Richard are rare. He represents the very best of customer service and human decency, and because of him, we will absolutely continue coming back. Thank you, Richard, for your patience, compassion, and for being such a bright spot when it truly mattered.

Richard deserves the highest praise. He went far above and beyond anything that could reasonably be…read moreexpected and helped my senior mother three different times, each time with patience, compassion, and genuine care. What stood out most was that when other staff members wouldn't step in or weren't able to help, Richard did so without hesitation. He never rushed us, never made my mother feel uncomfortable, and never treated the situation like an inconvenience. He spoke to her with kindness and respect, took the time to make sure she felt safe and supported, and showed a level of empathy that is sadly rare these days. It's clear that Richard truly cares about people, not just his job. His actions made a stressful situation feel manageable and left a lasting impression on our family. Because of Richard, we will absolutely continue coming back. He represents what exceptional customer service should look like, and Petco is lucky to have someone like him. Thank you, Richard, for your patience, your compassion, and for stepping up when it mattered most.

Dirty Dogs

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4.2
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Dirty Dogs' self-wash is an absolute lifesaver! Washing my golden retriever in my apartment is…read moreback-breaking and takes forever with our low water pressure, so Dirty Dogs truly feels heaven-sent. The setup makes everything so much easier and faster, and way less messy. After reading other reviews, I started bringing extra towels, brushes, and my own shampoo since my pup has such a thick coat, and that's worked out perfectly. One time I went by myself, and the staff kindly helped me lift my dog into the bath, which I really appreciated. They're always friendly and willing to help. I also love that they have demo products you can try, and they smell amazing! Overall, such a convenient, thoughtful setup that makes bath time so much less stressful. Highly recommend for anyone with a big, fluffy dog!

The Good: great people, great grooming and baths and "CAGE FREE"…read more. The Bad: April 1st they began charging $25 per dog for a "cageless service fee". The problem is they don't have any cages in the grooming area. And if you bring 2 dogs in together then it $50 before you do anything!! You don't have a choice to do cageless or caged. One of the great things about Dirty Dogs is that it is cage free. So find another way to increase prices more legitimately, and until then I will have to think twice about coming in again or as often. A friend of mine said that he cut back on the amount that he tips to make up for this charge. That's not fair to the groomers. But it's his way of letting you know that he doesn't approve of this frivolous fee either.

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