We got our Sophie from Homeward Pet about six years ago. She has been a delight in our life since…read morethat day in December when we brought her home. I would highly recommend that anyone looking to adopt a pet go to Homeward Pet. The staff is remarkable in the care they offer these animals. A+

This is the best place to adopt a dog. The time the staff spends with you is top notch. The quality…read moreof care for the animals and the new parent adopters are amazing. I've been to several shelters in the past year to adopt and it's been up and down. I went here on a Saturday after work and brought home my fur ever baby girl. I'm a proud happy fur mom . This is the happiest day of my life . I cried so many tears of joy when I was able to adopt my new female dog. I named her Sasha. Previously known as Oldsmobile. Sasha is the absolute sweetest girl ever. Sasha is what my heart needed. As a puppy she is very smart. Introducing to crate has been fairly well. Eating wow this girl can eat, run, do sprints around the house, yard and is super excited. I am too lol. Potty training is going very well in the morning she wakes me up with kisses to say she has to go and stands by door we go out. We have a routine. Totally recommend Homeward Per adoption to everyone. You will never be disappointed. The accept donations from you if your pet has passed away, been surrendered or you just want to donate, food, toys, supplies for dogs and cats. Well, I could continue to give praises all day. Gotta go mommy duty is calling.

We come here for a specific dog food. Red Barn which we happened upon when the vendor was on site…read morehere. While we have been coming here for many years the vendor demos are quite nice and allow a chance to try out different dog foods in trial size packaging. Dennys is known for their vast selection of dog, cat and other exotic pet foods. The staff is always friendly and very knowledgeable. The added bonus is they have dog wash here with two washing stations. This is one of my favorite go-to pet stores.

We've been customers of Denny's Pet World for decades (mostly for fish), but today's visit reminded…read moreme that I haven't given credit where it's due. Last year, our kids were given two gerbils who were around four years old, so when nature took its course (RIP Nibbles and Snugs), they were heartbroken. After holding a memorial service and cleaning out the cage, they looked up at me with hopeful eyes and a "Dad... do you think maybe...?" Yeah yeah, OK. There are lots of big box pet stores in the area, but I'm making the assumption that a smaller local shop likely treats their animals better and hopefully sources more ethically too. In any case, I'd rather shop local when I can and the prices are competitive. I called to see if they had any gerbils available and Aela let us know that they had some males in store. She said to ask for her when we came by. About an hour later, we dropped by and found Aela. She brought the gerbils out in their enclosure and was great not only with the animals, but my very excited children as well. She answered our questions and seemed to really enjoy her job, which makes it so much more fun for everyone involved. She took care of getting them in a box with some bedding and sent us off with smiles all around. I'm so thankful that Denny's is part of the neighborhood, and for great employees like Aela who make the experience fun.

Every year we donate to Seattle Humane Society; it's so worth it. The animals here stay in little…read moreenclosed "condos", as I like to call them. They are given water and food on regular schedules. We have adopted from Seattle Humane two times now. I would've given them 5 stars except for this policy of letting potential adopters take their time keeping a dog on hold while others wait. Here was our recent experience: We found, met, played with a dog that we instantly loved and would've adopted immediately. But we were told that these three sisters (or maybe they were friends) had put their name in ahead of us to visit with this same dog. However, this group of 3 girls also had put in their name to see two other dogs. So Seattle Humane told us we had to wait until these girls visited with all three dogs and then we had to wait until they made up their minds! There was NO TIME LIMIT for them to decide. We are experienced dog owners and have been for 50 years. We knew we wanted this particular dog. She was gentle, got along with kids and other dogs, etc etc. TWO HOURS LATER ( no exaggeration), those three girls decided they wanted the dog that we wanted. We were happy for them, but why did Seattle Humane waste our time? Why didn't they have time limits? These girls wanted to look at all three dogs. What if they wanted to look at 10? I asked if Seattle Humane could call us if the dog was available and we could go home and wait. They said no they don't do things like that. I'll always donate to them because of the animals. Not because of this idiotic policy of letting potential owners take their time. And btw, they don't vet potential owners like other rescues do. I wish they would for the sake of the animal.

only saw the cat side and they looked to be well taken care of and in clean enclosures, but as…read moreother reviews have stated the problem is with the people. it might be more accurate to say "policy" in this case though. we went on a saturday, showing up around 4 pm when it "closes" at 6. it actually closes at 4. you need to meet the cats to adopt them and you could not schedule a meeting after 4 pm because they were "cleaning up for the day". WHY are you open til 6 if you dont even do anything past 4? on top of that it is $210 to adopt a kitten, $100 smthn for a 1-7 year old, and $75 for a senior if i'm remembering correctly. these are some of the most expensive prices from any shelter i've seen, and you have FOUR HOURS a day to show up, meet the animal you want to adopt, and decide you want to adopt them. and most of the days they're open are weekdays, when the hours they're open do mot WORK for most people with jobs! so if you show up at 4 pm on a saturday to meet a kitten like us, you cant actually adopt them and told "oh just come when we open at noon on tuesday!" that is insane, genuinely. also it's called seattle humane when it's in bellevue and as someone from actual seattle that annoys me :)

I adopted my cat from MEOW Cat Rescue in Kirkland in July 2023, and the experience was amazing. The…read morestaff were kind, knowledgeable, and clearly cared deeply about the animals. It was my first time adopting a cat and they took the time to answer all my (many haha) questions. Tyra is healthy, sweet, and the perfect cat for my lifestyle and schedule. So grateful for the work they do, highly recommend to any first-time cat owners looking to adopt!

I adopted my cats here, the staff were very helpful and the cats were clearly well taken care of…read more Cats have now become settled into home and are very comfortable and happy.

We went to one of their adoption events late last year and fell in love with a timid Australian…read morecattle dog. They did a great job of walking us through their whole adoption submission process which was online. They were very thorough where we had to meet the foster family with the dog twice to ensure we were a good fit. Dog Gone Seattle adoption coordinator and foster mom were really responsive to our first couple of follow up questions after our successful adoption of our new heeler. 6 months later, he's settled in so nicely and now we have a wonderful, loving dog added to our family. We couldn't be happier!

I adopted my sweet Olive (fka Trinket) here in 2017 when I was freshly out of college and into an…read moreapartment. I really appreciated their process, allowing me to meet with her and the foster family and then allowing us to make a mutual decision once she had met all of her applicants. I also appreciated that Justyna continued to support us after the adoption. Olive was barking a lot during crate training, and they were ready to give me tips and advice. I could tell they were super committed to finding the right fit for the dog but also to supporting me. I am now looking to adopt again and have loved that they host meet and greets at local breweries and wineries. I also really like that they continually update their dog listings as the foster family learns more about each dog. I feel like when I look at the listings, I can learn a lot about the dog and feel like they keep it real. Excited to hopefully adopt with them again very soon!

I intend this to be constructive: please fix your system!…read more 1. volunteers: please let the volunteers try to get through the system once so they understand the user experience and understand the waitlist app and how it looks, what the user sees, and how it calls us. everyone should have to do this. today i was treated rudely (like a scam artist or something) by volunteers while i was doing precisely what i was told to do by the waitlist and the front desk. 2. the waitlist app: the waitlist app is absolutely and totally broken. I waited through a list of 8 people and when I got to the top i was randomly dropped to number 5 again. I waited again. the third time i was at the top, I went to the adoption center they said my name was nowhere on the list at all. it went on and on! I was there for 2 hours of this. I know that you are underfunded but really--why is this so bizarrely inept and broken? Just make a PAPER LIST and call us, like a restaurant hostess would do. We didn't adopt, but we will from a good organization. And the place we adopt from will also receive our donation money.

A couple of years ago when I was traveling out of town on business, I got a frantic call from my…read morewife that our dog had gotten out of our yard and was nowhere to be found. I was in a pretty helpless position as I was not due to be home for several days. My son came up with a great idea and checked online to see if our dog had been found and turned in to the RASKC. Sure enough, she was there. My wife went down the next morning, paid the fee and picked her up. She had been well treated, and we are very thankful that they found her and gave her a good safe place until we could come get her. My son said that she was so excited to see him. She cried and whined, and fell asleep in his arms in the car. Thank you very much

Our family adopted through True North Rescue and had a fabulous experience…read more From start to finish its clear the organization is fully dedicated to the highest standard of welfare for the dogs they rescue. Many people and organizations we encountered treat animals, especially dogs, as a transactional commodity they are entitled to buy and "own" at their discretion. Not True North. Their approach includes temperament testing the dogs, assessing what type of family may be the best fit for their needs, a thorough and highly detailed interview and application process for all prospective adopters, multiple meet and greets to ensure ideal placement, and extensive follow up after the dog has been homed. This process ensures that what's good for the family, but ultimately what's best for the dog, is the final outcome. While it is time consuming, and not all families are open to being held to this type of standard, personally we couldn't be happier with the outcome. The end result is a happy, well adjusted dog, expertly incorporated into a family who will work to give them the best life they deserve. Post placement we continue to be impressed with the practically 24 hour on call support and encouragement their officers provide and have on multiple occasions turned to them for guidance on how to ensure a happy and healthy home for our whole pack. The officers and board who run the organization are tireless in their efforts, spending nights and weekends dedicated to the rescue and the dogs they serve. Each team member we met was compassionate, professional, and dedicated advocate for GSDs and their welfare. Anyone considering adopting a GSD or looking for a worthwhile cause to support financially (they survive off donations as a non-profit!) I highly recommend True North!

Thanks for the best rescue I could ever hope for. He's so friendly and a great cuddler. Thanks for…read morethe great work you do.

I am reviewing PAWS Cat City 501(c)3 for locals or visitors to Seattle U-District in hopes you will…read morestop by, as they are really one of the cleanest and most comforting cat rescue/adoption center non profits I have seen! They have the hugest amount of big hearted volunteers and I will be one soon too and donated a large cat tree, and immediately the cats wanted me to take them home when they saw my donation. I found the staff to be all really educated, kind, humble and very caring about the conditions and play activities and space for the cats. They have several glass playrooms with huge space so guests can go into the rooms and really connect to the cats, lots of activity, stimulation and playtime, very comforting cat sleep places and it is super clean. By the behaviors of the cats, I know it really is a special foundation. We hope this post will inspire any locals or visitors to consider visits and donations of time or anything to support these cats into real loving kind giving supportive new family homes. I love PAWS 501c3!!

Not sure what the spate of bad reviews were about 6-7 months ago but I was prepared to be put on a…read morewaitlist and have a coffee next door to sit out our turn to see a beautiful little tabby found in a PAWS e mail we are subscribed to. Instead we walked in, filled out a one page overview that took 5 minutes & escorted into a private room to meet the cutest kittens, including the one we came to see. 45 minutes later we were parents of two spayed, neutered, chipped and vaccinated gifts, the last being more than what some humans did for themselves. PAWS are doing god's work.

I cannot say enough good things about Forever Home Dog Rescue. From the application process to…read moremeeting my dog, it was clear how much they truly care about the animals they rescue. What stood out most was how thoughtful and thorough they are. They do not just let any dog go to anyone. They ask questions, learn about your lifestyle, family, and living situation, and help make sure it is the right fit for both the dog and the adopter. They truly want every dog to find a forever home. I originally came in to meet a specific dog, but Sarah and Eliz helped me think through whether that dog was really the best fit for me, my family, and the dog. Their honesty and care meant so much. Sarah, one of the volunteers, spent over three hours helping people, answering questions, supporting the animals, and making thoughtful matches. She helped match me with the perfect dog for my family, and I am so thankful for her time and patience. Eliz, who runs the rescue, clearly pours her heart into these animals and advocates hard for every one of them. After visiting in person, I have an even deeper respect for rescue work. The volunteers give their weekends, time, and energy to help animals who need someone to fight for them. I will absolutely continue supporting Forever Home Dog Rescue and encouraging others to rescue instead of shop. Especially from this rescue.

The audacity of the incompetent people that work here. Thank you guys for making the adoption…read moreexperience so unimaginably horrible that it pushed me to buy my dream dog from a breeder! So glad I didn't give Forever Home Dog Rescue a penny. I would rather buy a used car, go to the DMV or go to Verizon without an appointment than deal with this awful group of people. Want to get a dog from here? (No you don't), you can't call them.. If you send an email, you won't get a response. Once you do finally play their sick game enough, they turn around and give the dog they promised you to someone else. You better have mansion, dog butler and a 20+ year history raising dogs if you think you deserve one of their dogs... please save yourself the headache and heartache and avoid adopting from this horrible rescue!

What a fun shop! I have visited their previous two locations and this one is my favorite so far…read more Tucked away in a corner of downtown Kirkland but conveniently located near the Heathman Lodge and other high interest points. I love how The Whole Cat and Kaboodle provides adoptions for cats, in addition to grooming treatments, cat boarding, and a bit of retail. This is the perfect place to bring a kid who want to interact with cats and are open to coaching from the adult that brings them. I overheard you can pay for an hour of play and self-serve drinks in the cat room. If you're short on time there are cats who roam the shop, but if you have littles I highly recommend coaching them how to approach a cat prior to coming into the store. Street parking is available as well as pay-per-hour lots. We brought our two tuxedo cats for a nail trim. They are newly adopted and we were unsure how they would do with a full grooming service. Our cats did great! Thank you for such a stress free and fun experience.

I came here for a reservation at the cat lounge, which gave you 60 minutes of cat time and a…read morecomplimentary drink from the fridge. It was a great experience! There were so many cats and some kittens that you could pet. The space is also pretty large, which makes it easier to spread out as humans. It was a wonderful birthday surprise for my partner who loves cats, and we both enjoyed getting to know and pet the cats together. I really liked how the cats could roam around and stay apart if they were feeling overwhelmed or approach you if they wanted attention. The staff were friendly and helpful, and I'd definitely come again. P.S. If anyone is looking to adopt, all of the cats here are adoptable.