Almost There: A Mom + Pups Rescue — Local services in Phoenix

I saw my new puppy on their website, and reached out to he number listed on their site. They were quick to respond, very friendly, and helpful. I scheduled an appointment to meat the puppies the day they became available for adoption. The place is unassuming from the outside, just a large box warehouse; but inside you find an interior that is built completely around their dogs. From the large massive play area, to the many spacious rooms peppered around the building, where each potential adopter can meet their new adoptee.

The staff was super friendly, not a one walked by without saying hello. They brought my first choice in to see me, and I spent a good amount of time cuddling, and getting lots of puppy loves. Yay stinky puppy breath, if you know you know. My wife made me see other puppies from the litter but the choice wasn’t even close. The staff swapped dogs, and helped me to greet each one. Otherwise they left me alone with the dog, only a buzzer away if I needed anything. I should note that they took incredible care to ensure their puppies were safe, requiring us to sanitize, and don protective booties, lest we track in anything which could make them sick. I genuinely felt that they were there first and foremost, and adoption secondly. I said the building was built around their charges, well the staff were equally aligned.

From first arriving, to departing with my new best friend, the entire experience was effortless, and I couldn’t be any happier. Photos are of my new puppy, name still...

ATR is a truly incredible rescue. Their focus is specialized — pregnant and nursing mama dogs and their pups. This allows ATR to invest in niche-specific facilities, knowledge, connections, resources, and programming.

Their physical facility is by far the most well-maintained and thoughtfully-designed of any rescue I’ve seen. Separate wings for quarantine vs. healthy pups, with separate HVAC systems. Large room-like kennels with drains built in. Clean shoe covers for every kennel to prevent the spread of disease. Dedicated office and volunteer management space. Behaviorists on-staff.

The result of all this thoughtful design and planning? A rescue that is able to help a huge number of dogs. A well-organized and thriving volunteer and foster program. Pups that are well-socialized and best-prepared for success in their new homes. A wide network of “alumni” adopters.

If you’re looking to bring a pup into your home; if you are interested in special events like puppy yoga or puppy parties; if you are looking for somewhere to volunteer — ATR is an amazing resource.

We adopted our beloved pup from ATR, and I now volunteer at the rescue. Cannot recommend it...

I absolutely loved adopting a dog from here! They take amazing care of and love their fur babies so much! When I decided to take Lute (now Artemis) home with me, they made the process extremely easy. My adoption coordinator Tabitha went over every detail and made sure I had everything I needed before I left. When I got Artemis home, he adjusted very quickly and has been amazing ever since - sleeps through the night, does well with commands and just loves on everyone he meets! I couldn't have asked for a better puppy! I highly recommend...