Chain Of Hope Kc

I cannot say enough great things about this organization. They stay on the local animal control shelters and hold them accountable. They take food to our poorest areas of Kansas city and help individual dog owners take care of their animals. They remove animals from dangerous situations. They are the best in KC.

There are a million nonprofits out there devoted to animals, and God bless them all. But Chain of Hope is in a class by itself. This is grassroots advocacy and rescue at its finest … and most heart wrenching. The scrappy group of volunteers (mostly women, I think), are out there in parts of town that many people would be scared to go to: Talking to abusive pet owners, reasoning with them, offering pet food and other assistance , sometimes going to to toe with people who are, by any reasonable measure, a little scary — from people keeping dogs chained up in homeless encampments to folks with numerous starving dogs tethered in their yard. I honestly don’t know how they do it. I haven’t lived in Kansas City for close to 35 years and I am proud to support Chain of Hope financially from afar as much as I can.

Chain of Hope is the most dedicated, patient and hard working rescue out there. They work tirelessly around the clock to save some of the most vulnerable dogs in KCMO. We have fostered for them multiple times and each experience is better than the last.

I have fostered from Chain of hope to support their invaluable mission to help KC people who need it most!

My best friend has volunteered and adopted from them and I have purchased a shirt and donated. These folks are the real deal. They work tirelessly for the animals of the KC area. They are compassionate and do what is right. Donate or adopt and know you are helping good ppl help animals in need.

I have volunteered with and adopted from Chain of Hope. Amazing work with outreach and support in the community. So glad for them and the all they do.

As a new foster with Chain of Hope, I have a home full of animals with different personalities, Chain of Hope took the time to truly listen and understand our unique dynamic. They matched us with the perfect foster dogs, and it couldn’t have been a better fit. Out of all my experiences fostering, Chain Of Hope has been the best.❤️

Chain of Hope is an amazing resource for our metro area. They serve so many people and animals, and really help bridge the gap between services. They allow so many people to keep their animals despite financial hardships, and work to save, foster, alter, and vaccinate many others. We are so lucky to have this outreach and rescue program!

Chain of Hope has been an incredible resource for the KC community. They go out of their way to help animals in need, educate people, and provide a unique home-like experience where they keep rescues. They get involved with city policies to help animals as well. I could not say enough good things.

Chain of Hope is such an incredible organization! They genuinely care about the people and pets in Kansas City, and despite being a small rescue, they still make a large impact in our community. As a volunteer for this organization, I’ve seen first hand the compassion they show every animal they encounter, and the effort they make to help animals and people in need. I’m proud to be a part of this organization and I would highly recommend them to anyone interested in adopting a new furry family member or helping those that need it most.

Chain of Hope is an incredible place for animals in need. The staff is passionate and works hard to give each dog the love and care they deserve. The shelter is filled with happy barks and tail wags, and they take the time to understand each dog and what they need in order to thrive in a home.
Having volunteered at other shelters, I can say without a doubt that Chain of Hope is the most boots on the ground, passion filled shelter I've been at.

As a volunteer, who has worked at other animal shelters, I can see the care and intention in everything the team at COH does. COH is an incredible resource for the city and the pets who live here.

I adopted a dog from Chain of Hope back in 2021 and it was a wonderful experience. I started off by fostering her and of course fell in love and adopted. They were there every step of the way with advice, suggestions, and support. You can tell they care deeply for their pets.

These people are not helpful at all and the lady iwas very rude because I refuse to get my dogs spayed and neutered. All I asked was do you guys have 2 large dog houses . It's unfortunate that they refuse to help with dog houses because they feel Kansas city has too many dogs and they will only help if your dogs are spayed and neutered because they want to prevent Kansas City being populated with animals even after I explain that my dogs are not humping each other so I don't feel they need to be spayed and neutered The lady told me what then find your own dog houses and hung up in my face. I find that very weird because on their flyers and their card they offer spayed and neutering dog houses chain link fences and etc it doesn't say anything about your dog must be spayed and neutered for us to help you with anything it's false advertisement and quite frankly I feel like they need to be shut down they're very biased rude and disrespectful I don't feel anyone needs to donate to this place cuz they're not here to help dogs they're here the end of population of animals.

These people are horrible. I had a cat show up at my house in bad shape needing what I thought was an abcess tooth removed. They said they would cover the bill if I'd keep the cat. I agreed as it didn't deserve to die. Turns out it had an abcess and broken jaw. My vet charged 100 to remove the tooth take care of his jaw and neuter him. They covered the 100. But then the cat wouldn't eat or drink. They told me to take him back. We did. He ended up staying there 10 days. When I message them to get the bill paid and the bill was only 275.00 they refused to pay it. Thankfully I found the means to cover the bill or I would of been the one sued not them. Thankful also for the country vet that didn't stick me with a thousand dollar vet bill. My vet did more charity than these people. If I could leave no stars I would. Awful people

I think them helping pets in need for free is great. However these people very much lack empathy, sympathy, compassion, respect, sensitivity, etc. I had a cat taken to their vet of choice thinking she had teeth issues. It ended up being much worse and I am in no way blaming them for how sick she was. However, I was pressured into giving an answer for putting her down. She didn't give me time to call my husband or to even process what she was telling me. Then my carrier gets returned to my porch. She didn't even knock to let me know. No, "I'm sorry". Nothing. She didn't even tell me what happens now. Where my cats body is, etc. They certainly didn't even offer to release her back to me so I could bury her here at home. I contacted them on Facebook messenger and they told me where she is buried (if it's even true. I'm not so sure about that since it's a pet cemetery located 30 minutes away from the vet they use and it's not even in KC). But even there they were rude and cold. They eventually stopped responding to me when all I was trying to do was gather information on MY cat and to let them know how cold their people are. They are absolutely horrible people. They clearly don't care about animals as much as they say. They make it harder on the people already going through so much heartache and pain. My deepest regret is coming across these horrible people. I am so sorry to my darling cat who had to die around these awful people. She was probably scared and all alone. Unfeeling, horrible people. I am completely disgusted by this organization. You should be ashamed of yourselves.

I have adopted 2 dogs from Chain of Hope. Both adoptions went smoothly. There is a detailed application and a home inspection that help protect these animals and find them good forever homes. I adopted both of my dogs as adults. They both have very sad histories. One was chained up in the backyard 24/7 for over 3 years. The other was in a junkyard for over a year were he was underfed and abused by a male until he escaped. They both also lived at Chain of Hope for over a year to learn how to socialize with people and other dogs. Both dogs will always have “quirks” but I expected that. More importantly they both are happy and loving dogs now.

Chain of Hope KC goes into the inner city daily to respond to calls and animals that no one else serves. These are animals left outside on chains, in fenced yards, with no shelter, no food or access to clean water, let alone love or enrichment - the worst living conditions that you can imagine. They *truly* care about the animals. The volunteers that work here are the real unsung heroes, caring for the creatures who have no choice and no voice. The city does not have the funding or staffing to respond to the calls that end up with COH. If you have any doubt visit their Facebook page.

I've helped COH over the last 8 years, at least. Bought brand new dog houses and crates, food, etc. i tried adopting a kitten named Rose last week. It was difficult to say the least. I posted my feedback on their fb pg and Rose's entire thread was deleted. Very sad bc I will never know her fate. Here is my story.

I tried adopting this sweet girl, Rose, and Jessica, the foster, was flaky and mean to work with. She lives an hr away from me, each way. I offered to meet halfway, i was told she said no. The person working the office suggested meeting at COH, I agreed. The worker came back saying Jessica didn't want to. I said I'd think about it but maybe explain to Jessica my situation and have some empathy for Rose and not deny her a good forever home. So then I was told she'd come to my house. Ok, peculiar she wouldn't even leave her house initially but fine. So I talk to her the morning she's supposed to come. She didn't want to bring her, she tried backing out. However I was told by Paige, we are all set for a certain time the following day. Rose is recovering from being spayed. I was told I need to have her stitches out in a few days. I made arrangements with my vet. I needed and wanted her medical records. A legit vet won't just take your word on the medical history. Also I planned on having her groomed and my groomer needs proof of shots. They had none of these things. In good faith I agreed to pay the $85 fee in hopes I'd get these things from Chain of Hope. Not to mention the microchip info that would need to be transferred to me.

Back to Jessica backing out hours bf I was promised to get her. Jessica explains how the vet they took her to was unorganized and told her nothing when she picked up Rose and Jessica even acknowledged it was strange but left without asking Them anything about Rose's condition or the paperwork. This "vet" sounded shady and the fact that Rose was still in pain wasn't good. Sounds like they butchered her up. Poor Rose. Anyway, I provided Jessica with directions, suggested a time to leave to arrive at our meeting time. She said she'd text me when she left. It was 20 min past when she was going to leave so I texted her if we are on track. She said she was going to her husband's work first. A heads up would have been nice. As we just talked about meeting. I would have been fine about being late but she didn't even think to do that. She replies with sarcastic texts, begging for a reply, so I expressed my frustration in even trying to meet with her bc she didn't want to compromise at all, initially, then wanted to back out. She then calls me and begins yelling at me bc I called her out. She says I didn't plan on driving out to you today. Well I didn't ask her to, I offered and agreed to drive also. Also she knew Rose was posted on Chain of Hopes fb pg & Jessica's personal fb pg that she's up for adoption. How could she not expect to have to do anything? She should be glad that means Rose found a home. As a foster, you have more responsibilities than just enjoying the kittens for a short time at your house is what I'm thinking. She then told me she wasn't bringing Rose to me. I already told my kids and most of all she denied Rose a forever home. All because of HER feelings. No regard for Rose's best interest. Very sad and disappointing. Poor Rose. I am an animal lover and have cats and understand the bond and care that come with them. Mine are very well cared for and I would never give them up. I can go anywhere and find a kitten but I was determined to save Rose in spite of the difficulties I was faced with. It was sad putting everything away, at the time she was due to arrive. I cried. COH helps out dogs in the hood but their cat fostering needs an overhaul. How can they allow a foster to do that on a whim? Jessica needs to go!

Just because you see a dog outside doesn't mean their neglected and no one cares about them. My dog is ALWAYS brought inside when the weather is bad yet your organization is placing stuff on my porch. Stop by daily and you will see my dog is left with plenty to eat and drink. He's up to date on immunizations and he is not underweight or any of the bus that would signify a neglected dog. Please stay off people's property making assumptions.

This is one of the only animal group in Kansas City whose sole purpose is fielding calls about animals in need, primarily dogs tied outside being neglected. They drive the streets of the city, looking for animals without adequate shelter, food, water and medical care. We absolutely need more groups like Chain of Hope as long as tying your animal outside for unlimited periods of time remains legal and as long as animal control remains understaffed and unconcerned about the torture and suffering of animals in our community. I've personally witnessed the work that they've done and can vouch for them. Go to their website and read Kate's blog to see the heartwrenching stories of these animals.

I will support this group as long as I can and as long as they are in existence.