These people take in stray dogs, abused dogs and give them love, medical care, whatever they need…read more I got the love of my life from them & my daughter went with me to pick him up and ended up getting her boy there also. There are so many wonderful dogs without homes that one need not buy a purebred. These dogs are so grateful and have so much love to give. My boy died Jan.2018. I have a huge hole in my heart, that will never be filled.

My wife and I visited the Rappahannock Animal Welfare League Shelter in Staunton last week and we…read morewere impressed with the facility and in particular, the staff members which assisted us. We had made an appointment to look at a particular dog, but decided against adopting him.. Instead, we adopted a wee girl, Sandra, who was just over three months old.....We were allowed to "introduce" our German Shepherd (both a "mix" and a "rescue") to "Sandra" and the lady who was assisting us was patient and helpful to us, as the two dogs were introduced. Some folks don't seem to know that dogs may react positively or negatively when first introduced......it takes a bit of time to do it properly. We are pleased to say that In only a week, "Sandra", who is now "Jo-Jo" has adapted very well to our home and has become great friends and playmates with "Hailie", the German Shepherd. Many thanks to the folks at RAWL for assisting in making our adoption possible. We are greatly pleased with RAWL and their dedicated staff! R & R Bennett

This sanctuary is absolutely incredible. Marlo brings dogs back from their absolute worst state…read more The overwhelming incredible kind of love and care she gives is remarkable. What the dogs looked like compared to now is a complete 180 and they are unrecognizable. More importantly than that she takes in dogs that don't know nor understand a kind human touch and love and shows them a life free of pain and full of love and compassion. This is paradise truly.

DASH to the Rescue is a new rescue organization based out of Manassas!…read more The staff here are so friendly and welcoming, and they have such sweet precious fur babies readily available to find their forever home! I recently ran into their adoption event in front of Pet Supplies in Centreville, which they make an appearance every other Sunday - the fur babies were wonderful, and I loved meeting Chloe (HEART). You can also volunteer and donate, too! Such a great organization - find them and support! +great local rescue group! +precious fur babies available to adopt! +friendly staff

My experience adopting a kitten from here was wonderful…read more These people really love cats - from what I can tell, it's a pretty small group that rescues and fosters on the side while working full-time. I fell in love with a kitten online, but there was already an applicant ahead of me, so I resigned myself to accepting I probably wasn't going to get him. But Pam was so great - she stayed in constant communication with me, and when she hadn't heard back from the other applicant in two days, she emailed me at 10pm to say I had first dibs (which I feel is fair) and that she'd make sure the kitten was at the adoption event for me to come see the next afternoon. So we headed over to Pet Valu in Clifton to meet the kitten and adored him right away. Kristen was so sweet, helpful and genuinely happy to see that one of her kittens had found a new home. She provided us with tons of info and advice, along with a Pet Valu adoption coupon kit. Their vetting process is pretty standard; you fill out an application with details about your living situation, current pets etc. In the final stages, you sign a contract promising not to declaw and that you'll send them proof of having the kitten spayed/neutered. The experience was quite painless (unlike interactions I've had in the past with some larger/more well-known rescue groups), and these women are doing a fantastic job. Definitely check out their kitties if you're looking to adopt!

We adopted our 3rd cat this past weekend at a Dewey Animals event at Petsmart in Chantilly. The…read moreexperience was smooth and Pam is extremely knowledgeable. Sylvester was helping out and actually introduced our new baby to us. Great organization who is screening very thoroughly. Appreciate people who give their time to finding these babies homes.

When we were looking for a pet, we checked our local animal shelters, as well as the surrounding…read morecounties. We finally lucked out and ended up with a Jindo (a rare and expensive breed) from the most unlikely of places...the Clarke County AS in Berryville. Granted, you're not likely to find a Jindo there. What you will find is a hardworking and dedicated staff, and animals that are receiving the finest of care possible (it is, AFAIK, a no-kill shelter). Unfortunately, they are operating in a cramped facility, but they make the most of it and volunteers help stem the costs. The animals there need care and a loving home and if you can give one, I highly recommend this shelter.

For the third time in seventeen years, we went to the Clarke County Animal Shelter this week while…read morelooking for a new dog. The two gals that work there were super accommodating and helpful both days I visited. I took our very timid beagle to see how he would respond to a potential adoptee. The gals helped with each new request: dog and cat relationship/dog and dog relationship, dog and human relationship.... We left less than 24 hours ago and already know we hit the doggy JACKPOT! She's a five-month old St. Bernard-Mastiff mix, very willing to please, is comfortable in a crate, is essentially potty-trained and quiet all night, is quickly learning to come when called, and we don't even have her on a leash in the yard as she explores. We couldn't be happier with the adoption fees and ease of process in getting her chosen and home with us. Thank you for providing this great service and another wonderful pet!

Went in to visit the kittens. It was a very good experience and the staff and volunteers were very…read morenice.

This is a great organization that helps the animals that have no homes. They have dedicated…read morevolunteers that feed them and nurse some of them back to good health. Maria has been very helpful with us giving us some helpful advice and lending us a trap for the feral cat we rescued. Please help them with food, supplies or your time if you can.

I got my first dog when I moved to Alexandria Virginia. She was a great and loving pet…read more Unfortunately she passed away but FOHA has a great staff and I like that they are a no kill shelter.

Grateful Kelly (wife) found this gem (FOHA). The people, communication, service, attention, etc…read more is outstanding (to stand out). We had a great experience as the process was fluid. I know we will be part of FOHA in some way because they know what they are doing. We love our Ruby (Star - adopted female kitty) and we appreciate and honor FOHA. Thank You ~ Sean & Kelly Toth

My first time here. Immediately greeted when I walked in. I was there to make a donation of…read moreunopened kitten kibbles. The place is so clean, from what I saw. There were several families adopting. All workers were smiling and the layout is open, which I appreciated, with lots of natural light. I was thanked for my donation. So glad I could help.

The staff and volunteers here do a really good job trying to find homes for pets of all kinds and…read moretrying to assure that all pets are treated properly while awaiting adoption as well as after adoption. I have adopted many pets here over the decades, including rabbits, hamsters, and birds. You get a discount at Pender vets for the life of the pet if you adopt from the shelter. The small pet adoption fees are very small, and sometimes they give you a habitat or supplies if they have enough donations. I appreciate that they try to keep pets together that are bonded to one another. Just be sure to arrive well before closing because I think they stop adoption paperwork about half an hour before closing time. I wish they had longer hours, but that's a county budget thing.

very selective and judgmenta! just what you want with a "humane society". my father has tried…read moreto volunteer for the past year and never been given any consideration. extremely rude and dismissive!

Clean, friendly, animals are well cared for and top priority. Staff and management are kind and…read morewell-organized. New facility is spacious, on acreage and in the quaint town of Marshall.

So after we went on Saturday to adopt our cat . The staff mixed up the paperwork and when we went…read moreto pick the cat up at the vet it was the wrong cat!!!!! Then they are closed Monday's so we called on Tuesday and the cat we adopted is gone!!! I'm so heartbroken that the cat is gone and they won't do anything to resolve the situation. Someone "adopted" the cat after us and they refused to call and have them return the cat. They offered to take the cat we picked up back but let's take in account they wasted our time going to a vet and now we have to go to a vet again and shelter again to get another cat. I had to change my review after this because me and my husband are so upset at the carelessness of the paperwork. We really had our hearts set on that cat. They also said they will pay the vet bill to get a new cat neutered but how is that compensation when we just paid to neuter one of there cats!? We also had to drive back and forth to centerville to pick this cat up. I'm sure some future person will get told to pay to neuter that cat and then they will pocket the money since that's how corrupt this place is.

This shelter is always full of wonderful animals waiting for homes. We adopted our Ragdoll cat…read morethere last weekend. The shelter is running a special throughout the month of June (2016) where all cats are $20 (this includes micro chipping, neutering/spaying, and shots). The facility is clean, the caretakers are nice, and the process is easy. Visit during the week if you dislike crowds, because on weekends they get packed. Pro-tip: they take cash or check only. No credit cards. Be prepared because you'll probably find at least one animal here that'll capture your heart!!