I would give this "rescue" 0 stars if able to. They claim to be a rescue but yet sell AKC golden puppies. They get around the laws in florida for selling puppies because they go under the name of a rescue. These puppies have not seen a vet at all. In the state of florida it is required to sell puppies with a health certificate and exam. He gives the vaccines himself. He also lies and says he doesn't implant the microchip because he "misses a lot". He legally cannot implant the microchip because it must be done by a vet.
President said they breed AKC puppies to fund the foundation. Deposit for puppy was made through a link as a donation but remaining $495 was preferred in cash. His profile on puppy site stated his affiliation with AFAR. He claimed puppies were vet checked and had vaccines but refused to provide documentation, stating he wasn’t required because of 501c. He would for an additional charge. He claimed the empty vial was sufficient evidence to prove to our vet that vaccination was given. The puppy was given to new owner with the claim of being healthy. Puppy was taken to ER vet that evening with diarrhea and blood in stool. After contacting President, owner was informed the puppy had a parasite and worms. He claimed a dose of medication was administered the morning of pickup. We were unable to get documentation from him, claiming he would request them from his vet for an additional charge. Therefore emergency vet prescribed another medication. Puppy had a seizure 3 days later. He offered refund or exchange if we wanted to return the puppy but would not give records or reimburse ER vet charges. We are keeping the puppy and hope others will proceed with caution when purchasing from the sanctuary. Puppy was to come microchipped but he gave us the syringe to have our vet do it “because he misses sometimes”.
Review from Guidestar
This organization assisted our grass-roots rescue organization and county animal services in rescuing, treating and re-homing multiple dogs and cats who were injured or otherwise neglected over the past year. They covered our veterinary care, feed and re-homing costs. Kudos to their people and board!
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This organization was the only one I could find that would take my dog that was somewhat aggressive. Their animal behaviorist evaluated him and said that they would begin an intervention plan to change his behavior. To date, he is reported to be much better and living on their animal sanctuary in Florida until a home is found. The local shelters said they would not take him and animal control would have killed him. Thank you so much AFAR!
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