Best Dawg Rescue Inc.
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January 21, 2013
From the reviews I have read and the experience a friend has had with this organization recently, I wouldn't recommend them to walk my dog around the block much less adopt from them. I do not believe it is their intent in any way to provide safe and loving homes for the dogs they rescue. Their communications are rude, non-specific, and in no way reflect a desire to give a dog a forever home. Look no further at this organization - just move to another where you will be treated with respect and dignity. This group does not look at prospective adopters as well as they supposedly care for their rescued dogs.
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Will you volunteer or donate to this organization?
No
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
None
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2013
September 24, 2012
I am a big fan of Best Dawg Rescue. Not only does it do incredible work by saving dogs that shelters would put down (and other rescues don't select), but it has guts. The whole point of rescuing dogs is to get it right for them the second time around. I am a donor and also have volunteered for years in the rescue world, so I know what goes on. More and more so-called rescue organizations wrongly adopt to anyone who wants a dog. Regarding a review from someone who talks about how devastated the kids were not to get a dog and that the prior dog was hit by a car, I am sure Best Dawg Rescue did the right thing. It takes guts to tell someone why they were not chosen. It doesn't take guts to post a nasty vendetta-review. So hopefully Best Dawg Rescue will continue to do exactly what it is doing. When you do it right, you will get complaints, but wise people get it!
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How does this organization compare with others in the same sector?
Very Well
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
Will you recommend this organization to others?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
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September 2, 2012
1 person found this review helpful
DO NOT adopt from them, DO NOT support them with your time or money, and DO NOT support businesses which support this group.
This group has a LONG history of bizarre emails to foster/adoptive families and shady business practices. A simple Google search turns up quotes like "Your dog is dead...it wasn't a car's fault. It was yours. Something didn't happen to him; he was dependent on your vigilance and you failed him." (To a brokenhearted family with TWO YOUNG CHILDREN, no less!)
They have negative reviews on PLEASE do your research on this organization before working with them!
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Completely eliminate it. This is an unacceptable way to treat people. Guilt mongering doesn't help a dog OR their cause.
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Will you volunteer or donate to this organization?
No
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
A little
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
How did you learn about this organization?
Word of mouth. And wow - a basic google search turns up negative reviews on ripoff.com, yelp.com....
August 29, 2011
I've been volunteering with Best DAWG Rescue for ~6 months and I am very impressed by the level of dedication among the volunteers and the small management group. I have volunteered with other rescues and our local shelter and this seems to be the best run rescue group I've worked with. No one takes a salary, all time and effort are donated. The dogs are very well cared for and great care is taken to match the right dog to the right adopter(s).
Years ago I heard a well known dog behaviorist say that if you really want to help save unwanted dogs send your donations to your local "mom & pop" organizations. They are the dogs' first line of defense and the big, national organizations, while doing good work, are already extremely well funded. Since then I've been concentrating my efforts in that direction and Best DAWG Rescue is the best group I've found.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Seeing the care taken with the dogs while they're with DAWG and the great care taken in finding the right home for each dog based on personalities of both dogs and adopters.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
My first thought is that I'd like to expand their efforts to additional dogs. But I'd still want to keep the "personal touch" the rescue shows to each dog in their care now.
August 9, 2011
Committed group of people who use their own time, money and vision to help dogs who have been abused find comfort and caring homes.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
I have seen the dogs they rescue before and after. I wish all abandoned dogs had such advocates.
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I wish them the best.
August 9, 2011
I have adopted from Best Dawg and I am impressed with their passion and compassion for senior and disabled dogs. My adopted dog was found on the side of a road by a volunteer around the Christmas holidays five years ago. She had been previously injured and did not have all of the sparkle of a younger dog or the years left. However, she was a true joy for me, magnificent in her spirit. Honey ran with the gusto of a three legged dog, rolled in the snow, grass - you name it. She kept wonderful company and was the first to greet a new person. Best Dawg gave her that life. Thank you for caring for the dogs who might otherwise go unnoticed.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
I have seen first hand their committment to dogs with medical problems. They are willing to give second chances with medical interventions. Best Dawg doesn't return dogs to the shelter if they have issues after they agree to help them, unlike some other groups. Once a Best Dawg, always a Best Dawg!
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
None.
August 9, 2011
The dogs are truly loved and cared for. They are never abandoned no matter what medical problems they may have. For example, there was a dog who had suffered severe injuries in a fire. DAWG provided medical care, including hyperbaric therapy, until this dog was healed, and was ultimately adopted. I have been a volunteer for about 4 years and find it very gratifying to see dogs, many who were abandoned by former owners, find good permanent homes.
As many dogs as possible are in foster homes until adopted, and each dog has volunteer at the adoption shows. There is a lot of personal attention.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Wonderful homes were found for many dogs. There is much effort to match dogs and prospective owners so that the adoption will be compatible and permanent.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Cannot think of anything.
August 9, 2011
Best DAWG Rescue is an organization devoted to saving dogs who might otherwise be euthanized in shelters! I haven't been able to volunteer as often as I'd like in recent months, but I am in awe of the work these dedicated volunteers do every day. Bless you all!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
seeing the happy endings--dogs finding forever homes!
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
I'd love to see more foster families so that the organization could help even more dogs in need of rescue!
November 8, 2009
My experience with Best Dawg was nothing short of perfect. I fell in love and adopted what my biased opinion will call THE best dawg :) I found the group to be organized and responsive, open in communication and doing a great job of finding matches between human and canine.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
the passion and devotion of their volunteers.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
...the continued communication and information sharing on dog events and topics key to dog owners.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
committed and caring.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
do an even better job than they do now.
Ways to make it better...
I can't think of anything to add. It was a smooth process.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
the same that faces other animal rescue groups: handling the influx of animals -- heightened by the recent economic downturn -- as efficiently and compassionately as possible with limited resources.
One thing I'd also say is that...
I appreciate Best Dawg's committment to the often overlooked animal population (i.e., those with medical needs)
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
November 6, 2009
If you are looking for a dedicated organization to help you find you and yours the perfect canine match look no further. The people at DAWG helped match my girlfriend and I up with the most amazing companion we could have ever hoped for. His name is Austin(Black Lab, Akita mix)and he is the greatest friend a boy and his girl could have. The website was very easy to navigate and we were so impressed that there was quality videos of the dogs as well as pics. During the "Meet and Greet" we were pleasantly surprised that the operation was well organized and each of the dogs had an individual handler who was fluent with the dogs previous history and tendencies. During our screening process we could tell that DAWG was serious about finding each canine "THE" correct home and not just any home. Each dog is thoroughly vet'd with shots and micro chipped. Austin had suffered a serious illness in his previous kill shelter. DAWG took care of it. It really brings tears to my eyes knowing that these wonderful people took the time out of there lives to nurse him back to health. Believe me when I say the folks at the Maryland DAWG Rescue have hearts of gold. It takes very very special people to run an organization like this. So get off your but and talk to these people today and help them help these animals. Thanks again to all the wonderful and truly amazing volunteers at DAWG. It feels like Austin has been my dog and best friend since childhood, we love him so much. Thanks again.
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
extremely helpful in directing us to the correct companion for our lifestyle. The dedication they have for these animals will leave a lasting impression on us for the rest of our lives.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
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