Mutts Matter Rescue
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August 31, 2011
My Doberman passed away almost 10 years ago and as a dog lover I had been seriously considering adoption for quite a while. I browsed Petfinder enough to warrant an intervention. My first attempts at adopting through rescues I found online ended with the dogs being adopted quickly and my application remaining in their system for future dogs. It was an emotional process. One day, on a lark, I searched for a breed other than the one I had my heart set on for so long. Surprisingly, I was faced with the photo of a beautiful dog and when I read her profile I thought she sounded like a perfect match. The coup de grace was this particular rescue, Mutts Matter, was located nearby. I immediately sent them my application. The adoption process, which I had not experienced before, was thorough but compassionate. Melanie Samet, one of the founders, came to both my houses (I had just bought one but not moved in at the time) for the home visit personally and sat down with me to discuss the seriousness of dog ownership as well as the particular temperament and circumstances surrounding the dog I wished to adopt. You could see the love in her eyes when she was talking about the animals in her care. She clearly had a bond with my dog in particular whose story was pitiful. Unfortunately, there are many dogs with histories similar and worse. I felt confident and reassured that this rescue was the right one to adopt from. Since that time I have gone to a few of the pet oriented events the group has participated in as well as done limited volunteer work for them and I hope to do more in the future. Everyone I have come into contact with at Mutts Matter has been sincere and dependable. The dog I adopted is very striking and people always ask me questions about her. I use it as an opportunity to showcase the rescue as well as her uncommon breed. I stress the spirit of family in Mutts Matter as well as the kindness, selflessness and perseverance of the rescue itself. Without Mutts Matter I wouldn’t have my dog but more importantly I wouldn’t have my heart.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
my life through the adoption process.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
increase the visibility of this group, anyone who gets to know them will give them the support to continue their work.
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
Life-changing
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
How did you find this group?
Online
What, if any, change in your life has this group encouraged?
Mutts Matter provided a family of support and kinship including both adopters and volunteers. This connection with all facets of the process really sets them apart.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
1 person found this review helpful
August 31, 2011
1 person found this review helpful
I have the honor and privilige of serving on the board of this great nonprofit. I have seen every mix/breed of dog come into the rescue in every state of neglect, poor health, unloved and terrified. MMR provides not only the basic health care to get this deserving animal well but also the nurturing and love to help heal from the inside out.
We have gotten almost 450 dogs into loving homes where they are not just pets but considered family members that are truly loved and cherished. Every dog deserves a place to call home with belly rubs, kindness and love until their very last breath. Organizations like MMR make this possible.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
see above comments
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Not change a thing.
August 30, 2011
I was looking right around the time MMR started up and I was e-mailing a few rescues to see if I can help out and get a real perspective as I want to start my own rescue once I have relocated. Not a single rescue responded EXCEPT for MMR. I am ever so thankful that MMR wrote back and accepted me into their family. I started as a foster and have had 7 rescues come into our home. Melanie is wonderful as she is there and just a phone call away no matter the time! She is rooted in EVERY dog, she knows everything there is to know about them all and makes sure they are a good fit for the foster and their furever home. She has a WONDERFUL team behind her that amazes me everyday with how well everything is run! Melanie has also now entrusted me with the position of foster coordinator which I feel so honored to hold as we have over 70 foster families. But, Mel is with me every step of the way!
Our family has also adopted 2 dogs from MMR, and they are amazing, we love them more and more everyday and they bring such joy into our lives.
MMR is just overall amazing!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
fostering program
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
not change a thing!
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Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
Life-changing
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
1 person found this review helpful
August 30, 2011
1 person found this review helpful
I have volunteer for a number of animal rescue organizations and I can easily say that Mutts Matter Rescue is a top knotch rescue. While all the organizations that I work for share the same passion and mission to rescue animals in need, Mutts Matter has something that I don't find in other rescues. They are very organized and deliberate in their approach to animal rescue. Their ability to masterfully manage their organization makes a difference in their response time with interested adopters, their diligence and patience in finding the best "fit" when placing dogs, the quality of care and support given to foster families, the level of satisfaction of new owners and countless . I'm grateful and proud to be a part of such an amazing rescue that shares the same mission as I do in rescuing and the well being of the dogs!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
In all aspects of running a organization and rescue!
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Raise more money to keep the goals and mission to save all the animals!
August 29, 2011
My husband and I wanted to adopt a second dog and found Mutts Matter Rescue online. We had a pug and wanted another (or other compatible small breed) so I sent the application from the MMR website since there were several dogs from MMR that looked promising. My references, pre-screening interview, and home visit were completed faster than I expected! We were given the opportunity to "foster-to-adopt". Everyone at Mutts Matter was very knowledgeable and helpful. Even though this was a new experience for us, they were there for us every step of the way. I could really tell that the people behind this organization truly care about the dogs they save. I have gone on to foster a couple of dogs with Mutts Matter and have found it to be a very rewarding experience. My "rescued" dog is the sweetest, most loving little guy and has completed our family.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
adopting a dog.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
I can't really think of anything at this time.
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
Life-changing
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
How did you find this group?
Online
What, if any, change in your life has this group encouraged?
Helping rescue dogs.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
1 person found this review helpful
August 29, 2011
1 person found this review helpful
First let me say that my review may be a little biased as my wife is Melanie Samet who co-founded and runs MMR. But without question I can tell you that she pours 100% of her heart and soul into every dog that comes through the rescue. She spends endless hours making sure that each dog that goes to their forever home is the perfect fit for the adopter. She is about quality and not quantity...although MMR is really starting to save more and more dogs. That just means more work for her and she is ok with that...that is the type of person she is. It's all about the dogs and trying to make a difference. This world is a better place with Melanie in it and because of her the lives of many many dogs and many many families have been changed forever.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
almost every dog that comes through the rescue. I love seeing the difference when a dog comes into rescue and seeing them happy and healthy in their forever homes months/years later.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Let my wife get a paycheck for doing it :-)
August 29, 2011
I volunteer for a number of animal rescue organizations and I can easily say that Mutts Matter Rescue is head and shoulders above the rest. While all the organizations that I work for share the same passion and desire to rescue animals in need, Mutts Matter has something that I don't find in other rescues. A tightly run ship! Melanie Samet and her crew are very organized and deliberate in their approach to animal rescue. Although this may sound trivial it is actually an invaluable quality. Their ability to masterfully manage their organization makes a difference in their response time with interested adopters, their diligence and patience in finding the best "fit" when placing dogs, the quality of care and support given to foster families, the level of satisfaction of new owners and countless other areas. I'm grateful and proud to be a part of such an awesome organization!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
I've personally experienced the results of this organization in... my experience as a foster care mommy.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
"If I had to make changes to this organization, I would..."not make any changes. It's a phenomenal organization.
1 person found this review helpful
August 29, 2011
1 person found this review helpful
In may of last year I lost my German Shepherd, through tears I began searching for another dog to fill in the gap, not replace him but to keep my heart full. Mutts Matter had this wonderful little dog who was heartworm positive, I saw his picture and fell in love, Mutts Matter went to the expense of having him treated and saving him from the kill shelter in Georgia. I am not sure how they knew how perfect he would be for my husband and I. We were going to stop with 2 dogs, because we already had an older Black Lab, but along came this skinny pathetic beautiful German Shepherd that they rescued from a kill shelter in Georgia. One look and now she is with us. I have had to honor to also do some limited volunteer work for them, what a great organization to be involved with. I thank them wholeheartedly as they have helped make my family complete. Thanks MMR, you rock...
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
My daughter has adopted and fostered for MMR, I have seen many families completed by MMR's match making abilities. It is a shame they have to exist, but since they do, they are one of the best.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
I cannot think of any changes, they have progressed as an organization with strong skills and knowhow.
August 29, 2011
From remarkable people come remarkable achievements and Melanie Samet is no exception. I have worked both professionally and personally with many rescue organizations over my career and life however Mutts Matter stands out and alone as one of the most effective, competent and successful of its kind. I am so proud to be a tiny part of this great rescue and I cannot thank Melanie and the folks at Mutts Matter enough for all their hard work, effort and most of all, their compassionate hearts.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
animal rescue and welfare
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
increase available foster homes
August 23, 2011
I will forever be grateful to the angels of MMR for my "little" Bailey. MMR saved a whole crew of mastiffs from a very bad situation and I was fortunate enough to be chosen to raise this precious baby. She's now 7 months and a healthy 75 pounds or so. Bailey's future would not have looked so bright without the big hearts at MMR. Thank you so much!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Everyone I've dealt with at MMR has been completely dedicated to the mission of finding fur-ever homes for the dogs. Thanks so much to Melanie, president and founder of this wonderful organization. Thanks to Tina for being such a protective Momma Bear for all the little souls placed in MMR's care. Thanks so much to Tonja for taking the best of care of baby Bailey (a.k.a. - Fern) in her earliest weeks.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
If I win the lotto, you guys are getting a nice chunk! :)
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