Community Animal Rescue Effort - C.A.R.E.™ — Local services in Niles Township

I reached out to CARE regarding a dog up for adoption - Sierra shepherd/husky mix (appears to be still up for adoption). I got contacted back by a volunteer who asked me some questions and then set up a time to meet the dog. The dog was in a foster home so we arranged to meet her at someone’s house with my current dog who happens to be the same breed except pure bred Siberian husky. I wasn’t able to go but the rest of my family did go and told me everything went well with the meet. Things went well and the volunteer or counselor called me and said things seemed well and arranged a second meeting with me this time. I then got called back the next day and informed that the foster parent thought we wouldn’t be a good fit because at the end of the meet I guess there was a very minor spat between my dog and the dog I was interested in - my family didn’t even mention this neither did the volunteer as it sounds like it was a very very minor thing. I was told that we wouldn’t be a good fit because of that spat and also because l have a 3 year old son - mind you the website says this dog is “good with kids” so not sure where that came from. I had the resources - huge backyard and 6 feet of fencing but for some reason the foster parent decided against us. It was frustrating because I felt like my time was wasted and I felt like this was unfair to us - the dogs might have been setting a boundary or something. I am sure there was no ill intent as my dog is sweet and properly socialized with other dogs. It’s frustrating because here you have a puppy up for saving only to then deny someone who definitely meets the criteria and is knowledgeable on the breed. From the sound of it the rescue parent who i was informed also found them has been very particular for adoption. I was told this dog Sierra had a sister (River) and someone else was interested in her but this foster parent refused the other family adopt and stated she’d keep River instead. I was told this other family was frustrated about that and decided to move on from the facility as well. It seems that in her mind no one is going to be a good fit - well then she should just adopt both then and stop wasting peoples time. It’s unfortunate I wasn’t able to save Sierra but wish her the best of luck. The process is very frustrating and it feels like it’d be easier to shop or go elsewhere for adoption instead of adopting at...

I went with my girlfriend on Thursday of 4/25/2019 to adopt a dog. The women in the recaption was really nice, she called one of the volunteers his name was "Adam" he showed us what dogs they had, and we fell in love with a bulldog name Toffee. Then he walked us to a room and brought Toffee. We met here, played wither her, and walked her around the building. Then Adam started asking us questions. We were very honest with everything. We told him that's my girlfriend's sister is the one who's mostly home, then he recommended before we get the dog we should bring her to meet Toffee and see if she will be fine taking care of her when we're not home. I asked Adam if I can put a deposit for the dog because we really liked it her, but he was acting very strange and demanding on bring my girlfriend's sister first.Then we agreed that we were going to come back on Sunday with my girlfriend's sister to meet Toffee, and call for an appointment which is supposed to be on Sunday 4/28/2019. The next day I was on Facebook and I saw they post it a picture of the dog asking people to go see her for adoption. So I decided to send them a direct message through Facebook and see if we can set up an appointment. I asked them very nicely for an appointment, and through the conversation she/he told me why do I need the dog "SOONEST" who says that I'm trying to adopt a dog instead of buying one. I'm trying to do something good in the community. I waited till today for them to call us about the appointment on Sunday. So I asked my girlfriend to call them and see what's that freaky act they are trying to do and ask for our appointment. She called and they told her that Adam is not gonna help us anymore, and we need to wait till next week for them to contact us! UNBELIEVABLE THIS IS VERY SAD AND DISGUSTING PLEASE DO...

If you are serious about raising your pet properly in all things: diet, training, structure, affection, trust and love - Please start your search here at CARE. Then go look at most any other shelter or rescue. And you will see the difference. I have adopted five dogs over the last fifteen years and I could not have felt happier or more confided with my decision adopt there. Every dog (I didn't see cats) I saw was with a separate trainer or volunteer. There were no accidental scuffles that could have been avoided. Each dog has extensive records of care. Each dog has a specialized diet based on his or her individual needs. There were trainers AND behavioralists (one of the best I have ever met and the nicest woman in the world). They asked great questions to help make sure the dog I wanted was a fit. They foresaw issues ahead of time and helped me prepare for them in advance of bringing my dog home. They helped me introduce my existing dog to the new dog in a controlled but relaxed environment. My greatest compliment I can give CARE is this: I brought my puppy home and with all the preparation CARE gave me, it was a relatively easy first day. No meltdowns, slept through the night, and is happy and thriving so far. Go to another rescue, shelter, or training facility after visiting CARE and see if you think the level of "care" provided at other places is as good. If you find one, please let me know because I will support that...