Atlanta Pet Rescue & Adoption

11/16/11

Let Down!

by Petmommy3

These people need to be investigated. They ended up with our Schnauzer after a cross up with the microchip company and the animal shelter. We were not notified she was found because the microchip was in transfer. We called and explained the situation to APR and at first they acted like they really wanted to help us get our baby back. Then even with the microchip company verifying we were the owners they said we were not getting her and we needed to contact animal control. I know they are not obligated to give her back but I think it's bad business. They told us how much it would be up front and we agreed so we are not trying to snatch a freebie. We were also told she was being housed with 8 other dogs. I feel for the low dog in the pack. To me it seems like organized hoarding. Attitudes like theirs is what makes the freebie and the mill market flourish.

04/06/11

Couldn't be Happier!!!

by Sharon Grupe

If anyone is thinking about adopting, I hope you'll go directly to their website and look through it thoroughly, including their blog.

I was not savvy to pet rescue in general, and went through lots of sites, lots of info., lots of disappointments in the process ( it's not a simple thing, which is good!-it's a commitment that you should think carefully about), but finally adopting is one of the most rewarding experiences ever. Their site is a 10 out of 5; the only reason I can't rate them perfectly is that one of the volunteers was more than a little cranky-don't let that deter you! If I had to take care of 100 homeless dogs, I would be cranky too:)

After looking at LOTS of dogs on LOTS of sites, I finally ended up with the perfect companion-stick with it and be patient. This is an EXCELLENT organization, and they are looking out for everyone's best interest-especially the animal's. Thank you so much to everyone at Atlanta Pet Rescue and Adoption.

Sharon and Tazzy

03/03/11

Parents - Use Caution

by supermom43

While this place has wonderful dogs and it is well-maintained, I wanted to caution parents with children. It has taken me a full month to write about my experience there because I want to write in a fair and non-emotional manner, but I believe that anyone adopting from this rescue should hear my story.

My family and I have rescued two pets in the past. We have a large home, a lake to walk around and I am a stay-at-home mom. We have two children 10 & 12 -- old enough to assist mom and dad with proper care and love for a new animal.

I took my son to this rescue on a weekday afternoon. We were new to the idea of getting a second dog, and relatively new to Atlanta, so we wanted to check the place out before submitting an application. Also, we did not want to have too many applications filled out at too many rescue places.When we arrived there, we filled out the application, but we did not have my older dog's paperwork and my husband or daughter with us (we did not know when we arrived that we needed them).

My son was shown 4 dogs. The first three showed a little bit of interest in him, but the last one, Bishop, fell into his arms, licked his face and it was love at first sight. This was a Tues. I was told that we could come back Sat. and there would be a lot of dogs -- I said there was no need, they had obviously fallen in love with each other and we wanted this one.

While I understand the policy of not holding dogs, please hear me out. I called the agency at 8 a.m. Wed. and left a message and said I was coming that day with EVERYTHING I needed to get the dog. I was just about to leave my house to pull my daughter out of school to meet the dog, and called the rescue one more time to say I was on my way.

Much to my dismay, the person told me another couple was looking at Bishop. I told her, please tell them I am on my way and that my 10-year-old son will be heartbroken if the dog is given away.

I am sure you can tell where this story ends. The dog was given to that couple. When my son returned home from school, expecting to see Bishop, I had to tell him the story. I have never heard him sob so much in my life.

This rescue cares a lot about animals. It is obvious from its facility and the care that it takes to adopt dogs to families with good homes. Having said that, however, they fail to acknowledge the human element in this process. The director told me there was no way my son could have bonded with this dog because the bonding process takes much longer. I beg to differ. I knew with my first rescue dog and we knew with this one. To rub salt in a wound, they called me the next morning to say we were approved.

If you have children, please consider this and make sure that this does not happen to you. They have beautiful dogs, but could be a little kinder to children and families.

03/01/11

Kennel Cough

by chynachance

Be extra careful adopting pets from APR&A. One week in, hundreds of dollars later and many sleepless nights, one of the two pups I rescued is NO WHERE NEAR BETTER.

I was told that Benji was a "picky eatter"! Only to find out that the poor darling has kennel cough (so he has no appetite).

Now, both Benji and Milly are on antibiotics (Milly's is more of a prevenitive measure since this infection is contagious).

APR&A interviews folks wanting to adopt pets . They then sell the animals as is....but, they never prepar you for the several emergency room visits that you'll make in less than one week. OH YEAH, I DID GET ONE SUGGESTION, WHICH WAS TO RETURN THE PUPS FOR A REFUND. AS IF.

08/30/10

Disappointed Too!

by LH101

I agree 100% I had a very similar situation happen to me. The shelter is suppose to abide by a first come first serve basis- according to their website. I was there early and completed the application days prior. I selected a dog and after spending over an hour with Gizmo- I was told that another family ws there to visit the dog as well. After waiting for this family to finish their visit with the dog that I selected, I was told that they would be better suited for this pet. I was truely devasted- the staff could not offer a reasonable explaination as to why this occured. There is a staff member by the name of Claire who also fosters many of the pets she was very cold and was for some reason the decesion maker. I almost believe it was discrimination, but Im hoping that this is not the case because dogs do not respond to race they respond to love!!!!!!!!