Georgeanns Homeless Hounds & Foster Program of Florida Inc

Purchased a dog from this place, Yorkie /poodle mix . paid $ 400 and ended up paying another $600 at the vet . The dog had fleas, heart worms ,ear mites and an ear infection . I was told that he had gotten his first shots but was given no paper works to prove such thing. They were sketchy and met me in the back of a plaza where it was isolated and all she cared about was the money . It was very disappointing of them to sell a dog with so many health problems. I did contact them and she said oh sweetie these things happen in a sarcastic way. The name she gave the dog on the website was who cares, who names a puppy this.

I got a puppy that I was told a Yorkie Chihuahua back in 2010 This little pup was the love of my life but had nothing but health problems from the get go. The vet said she was 6 weeks not 8 which is illegal.
My poor girl had congential issues. Mitral Valve , lung hypertension and collapsed trachea. All from poor breeding. I know someone who had her brother and he had the same issues and unfortunately they couldn’t afford the $200 a month heart meds so they turned him in to a rescue. Beat hung my baby struggle and die killed me. But all you cared about was making a buck and selling sick dogs I realize puppy’s can get parvo from not having an immune system and it takes several shots to protect them but don’t sell a dog with a heart issue.
I was asked by her are you sure you want her she has no name on my papers. I think she knew this dog was sick. Please do yourself a favor and don’t deal with these people. It will do nothing but cause heart ache and a ton of money

on april 12th, 2018 my wife called Bernie from georgeanns homeless hounds and foster program. she had seen a male miniature pincher on the computer and fell in love. we called him and he agreed to meet with us. it was a 2 hour drive but we were excited. he was totally honest with us and told us that junior was abused for quite some time. we were not sure how we would be able to sleep but the very 1st night he was curled up between my wife and myself. junior snores almost as loud as my wife. haha. we also have a 14 year old shihtzu and a 17 month old shihtzu. they all get along as if they grew up together. junior is a blessing to have as part of our family. we will definitely hold onto the phone # in case a friend is looking for a pet. GOD BLESS BERNIE AND HIS FAMILY FOR THE WONDERFUL WORK THAT THEY DO. THANKS FOR THE BLESSING...Mike, Darlene, Patches, and Presley Smith

I met the owner in the Walgreen's parking lot of Sugarmill Woods. She brought three puppies for me to choose from. I picked the one that was described as a "loving, quite, lap dag". She was quite because little did I know at the time she had Parvo. She would not eat or drink upon bringing her home, which I initially attributed to stress. I brought her to the vet and she was diagnosed with Parvo. We proceeded with (very expensive) treatment as we truly wanted to care for this puppy. I called the owner to let her know the dog had Parvo, out of genuine concern for the other animals at her rescue (as I do understand she runs a large rescue with all types of animals). She was extremely rude to me, told me I was being "bitchy" for calling to tell her the animal was sick, and told me I had the choice in the matter of purchasing the animal, so it was my problem, not hers. It has been a heartache and financial burden for my family that I would not wish upon anyone. As I would like to assume positive intent with all people, I do not believe she sold this puppy to me in good faith that she had a clean bill of health. Nor, can I comprehend why there was no concern on her end for the other animals in her care, but rather a defensive response as to why this was not her issue. I am extremely disappointed with how she handled the situation. As I write this, my little pup is hanging on for dear life with IV fluids and medication treatments.

Wow, our dog will be 10 soon, I just thought i would check on George & Georgeann, I can't even believe what I'm reading, thank you for being a rescue, who needs room/space, help, money & supplies to survive. Thank you for my Tucker he is the luv of our life. I have been to the Walgreens & I have been to y'all's place. I understand if everyone picked up at your place the problems that would cause!
It would be nice if all of you criticizing would realize how much time, room/space, supplies, love, money is needed to run a place like this no one is perfect not even yourselves!

I met them at a Hardys in Hernando county. I purchased a daschund for $300. She had no proof of shots and was not spayed. I took her to the vet the following day and he said she was about 4 weeks old. She was just under 2 pounds. She ended up having a variety of parasites including coccidia. She also had demodex mange and had to go through 6 weeks of treatment. I was told the puppy had shots and was a healthy 8 week old puppy. They lied about her age and health. I couldn't return her to such crappy people who would probably turn around and sell her again. She always health issues and only lived to be 8 years old which is way below life expectancy. I've heard terrible stories about this place and do not advise dealing with them

I cannot say enough genuinely wonderful things about this this organization or its founders. They only have the animals' needs at the heart of everything they do and have helped me personally on, unfortunately, too many occasions to count over the years. In our neighborhood, cats and kittens are often left behind when their owners move, leaving them to fend for themselves. Sometimes, the owners drop them off at a place where they know other cats are already being fed. Georgeann and George have been there for each and every rescue and have accepted with open arms and hearts not only individual cats and kittens but several that were clearly pregnant and even a mom with her babies left out in the rain in a box during a tropical storm a few years back. I know in my own heart that, if any of the cats surrendered was not adopted, that it is happily living its life at Georgeann's. They are a pleasure to deal with and I highly recommend their organization.

Please call the State of Florida Department of Agriculture and State Affairs. Present them with your proof instead of shouting garbage and lies on a website that allows you to remain anonymous and give the rescue you are complaining about no way to defend themselves. You are either a LIAR or a Coordinator. The state is a reputable agency so submit your proof to them and stop shouting nonsense on a website hiding behind screen name because you have no proof and everything you are saying is a lie.

I usually don't review websites or businesses, but I can't ignore these lies being perpetrated on here by some ignorant, immature, people who dont realize how a disparaging incorrect statement can hurt a nonprofit business ran by two people that have gone out of their way to help numerous people in this area and the whole Bay Area. If you can't deal with brutal honesty and are lacking common sense they don't want you to have their babies anyway so please, stay away. Because a living creature is more important than your feelings. I have numerous animals from them and have fostered animals for them, the times they've saved our animals lives for nothing but thanks is numerous and will continue long after I left their ranch. I've personally been to the ranch and the animals are well taken care of and are supported by local businesses who donate, if they were so terrible why would these businesses donate. If you have any doubts feel free to email me anytime at keikad@netzero.com

I would suggest anyone buying a puppy from these people to read all the terrible reviews. Get the facts people. Rarely does anyone ever write a 1 star review unless they have experienced something terrible. Like perhaps a dead puppy! Save the hard ache for yourself and your family.

Georganne and her husband run a wonderful business. I saved up to buy my puppy on my own. I came up short for the asking price and they were more than willing to work with me. In just a few short days I had a beautiful baby girl. She was up to date on all her puppy shots and remains healthy. Despite the reviews, they are down to earth people who wish to give better lives to there puppies. I still remain in contact with them, as I send updated photos of my pup to them.

I have not read every single review, however I only saw one from another professional in the rescue field such as myself. Georgeanns has been a total asset to our facility. We rehab physically and mentally traumatized dogs. Georgenns is in a whole other next level league than we are. Anyone that has tried to find a last chance home for a truly aggressive dog, known biter etc... knows how difficult and nearly impossible it is. These folks have given one of our rare cases of unknown behavior coming into our program, a last chance. After an emaciated but energetic dog attempted to kill one of my pack members, Georgeanns was there for us. We have had zero issues with communicating or sharing info between our two organizations and find that when they are treated as the professionals that they are, you get the same respect in return.

I noticed a comment about someone that has a problem about cats. I am not sure if everyone is aware of this or not, but the County that they are in, does not allow feral cat colonies. What does that mean to a cat lover, it means that the county rounds up and kills any feral cats. They do not have a trap, spay or neuter and release program, like the one in say Duval county. so yep, sometimes cats are in cages or other containment for their own safety.

We also met them in the back of Walgreens to transfer a dog to them. This is an excellent protocol for any rescue and particular one that deals with dogs that are actual killers. Being in rescue we found absolutely nothing wrong with that, and appreciated that protocol.

I believe that this site should update their own rules for leaving a review, similar to Amazon, so that actual interaction with this group is confirmed before being able to leave a review. In the rescue world there are groups that will campaign for 1 star reviews just to negatively affect an organization.

For our peace of mind we went to the actual governing body over 501c3's in FL, the dept of agriculture. we found only three complaints files, all of which had been satisfied,

To appreciate what these folks do for the rescue community, u have to first understand how rare an organization like this is. Then understand that if you kid drops a puppy on its head, they have every right to say see ya. That is not all that hard to understand, that same kid is going to be living with that puppy, you failed the adoption procedure, that's on you, not them.

This organization should be ashamed of themselves and I am trying to find out how to get them investigated. Someone very dear to me adopted a dog from them, her 8 year old son paid for it with all of his savings ($300) only to have to have it put down a week after they got it and after $2,066 in vet bills (IN A WEEK). Two different vets actually agreed there was no way that this puppy was not already sick before it was taken possession of. There have been attempts of a refund but this organization laughs at it and says well I guess you shouldn't have bought a sick dog and has offered nothing more than a certificate to get a new dog. Why would anyone want another dog from a place that is apparently shady (at best)? This was also an instance where they had to meet up, in this case behind a Walgreens to exchange the dog, that in and of itself is questionable to me.

We picked up our puppy on July 26th at the Walgreens. Two days later she developed diarrhea- that turned to blood within 2 days after that. Long 3 week story short- She had whip, hook and tape worms. She developed a UTI. She also had COCCIDIA. $3700 on vet bills for 4 blood transfusions, 4 different antibiotics and IV fluids. Albon is the antibiotic that was able to show improvement. Our life for the past three weeks has centered around getting her healthy- our world stopped- time off of work and NEVER leaving her home alone. We should have read reviews of 'the non-profit' prior to getting our puppy- but if you like us didn't start with treating for whip, tape and hook worms (which incubation period is 13 days) and Coccidia- it will save you alot of money and may save your pets life. Many nights we went to bed not sure if she would make it. Any research will show these infestations of worms and bacterias can be avoided with cleanliness- Georgeanns is a puppy mill that doesn't care about the welfare of the animals and using non profit status for profit.

DO NOT BUY A PET FROM THIS RESCUE!! I paid $350 cash for a German Shepard puppy and two days after bringing him home he developed the virus Parvo. Inculcation time is 4-6 days of this deadly virus. I called Georgeann and she told me, "put the puppy down and we'll give you a new one." $5000 later our puppy is healthy and happy. We were never given a FL medical certificate with purchase. These people are uncaring. I wouldn't doubt if they're running a puppy mill. They will not allow you to come to their "ranch" and they will only accept cash. Very shady business. I feel sorry for all the dogs there. If we wouldn't of adopted our beloved puppy, Georgeann would of put him down. Don't buy for Georgeann! You will end up with a sick, undernourished pet and if you don't have $ to treat the illness you will end up seeing your puppy suffer and then pay to put him/her down.

So, here's the deal. Giving up a beloved pet is incredibly sad, upsetting and difficult on levels only true animal lovers understand. No matter the circumstances, another animal needs a safe place where s/he is loved and cared for. Even the best rescues cannot claim 100% success with every rescue; but those rescues save every single one they can and give 100% of themselves to give that animal a shot at a good life. I met GeorgeAnn and George many years ago while working in the veterinary field. I had my own rescue and worked in that field for 17.5 years. I knew them when they had their rescue in St. Pete in their home. After a couple of instances where previous owners showed up drunk causing a disturbance in their neighborhood (long after that pet was re-homed in better circumstances than ever before), they decided they do not have to run their program that way. Since moving to their new location, I have been there literally at least 70 times over the years, some visits being last minute rescues. Every single time I went, there was a new fence, a new shelter. Not only have I been there, but I had a specialist and veterinary technicians there accompanying me before to help them save a cow. Yes, part of their program has been for rescued farm life as well. I personally know the veterinarian they use and other community people with whom they network. I have never seen a problem, have been on their property and in their home. I have interacted with them personally many, many times over the years. When they needed me professionally, they called on me to help. They call their veterinarian when needed. Now, to address where they meet people. Their home is closed to the public and open by personal invitation only. When they once made an exception for a previous owner for me, the woman wanted to bring a t-shirt that smelled like her and wanted to make sure her dog was adjusting okay. She came twice with me. Each time, upon their leaving, the dog went into a deep depression and didn't eat for 3 days. Sad and unhealthy for the animal. Previous owners, despite the heartache of the circumstances they find themselves in, need to let go. In addition, being open by invitation only is a safety issue for all involved. These are two people who have dedicated their entire lives to helping animals. They give up their entire lifestyle to do so. It is extremely hard work and I hold them in very high regard. Those people who talk smack, based on nothing but conjecture and speculation and vicious rumors need to stop. True rescue is only effective if people work together. If you aren't willing to be a part of the solution, then just walk away.

WHAT is going on with this adoption place??? I was considering adopting from them myself... But The reviews are heart wrenching. I literally almost cried after reading the one about the puppy DYING in her arms after days of IV treatments and syringe feedings. I've never been there, but Something is def wrong at this 'Georgannes' place. I can tell from the people's posts- to the owners responses, that there's validity here. I think they need to be inspected and most certainly George and Georgeanne Sheila need to do this ::
Consider in your heart and mind that one day... Maybe not far from today, you will take your last breath. All that you have done will pass before your eyes ... You'll see the pain you've caused these people and feel a heavy guilt that you cannot imagine. Your last thoughts before leaving this world will be ...wishing you had made better choices. Now really, do you think it's wise to cause so many people and animals heart break over a few hundred bucks?
Just remember, you can't take that money with you, when God calls your name. You may only take the memories of who you were in this world. Now go look in the mirror.
Are you happy with what kind of person you are?

Worst decision I have made in years. These people wanted to meet in a wallgreens parking lot. I thought it over and didn't like it, but said hey, your saving a puppy and paying a decent price right... so I did it. Bad mistake! Packed my two kid up for the hour and a half ride. We met George and georgeannesheila with the pups. after about 25 min. of deciding, I go to my truck parked next to theirs to get the cash, while georgeSheila hands over a squirming puppy to my 5 yr old daughter. She drops the puppy. They say "thats it, were done." They pick the pup up, don't even look at it to see if its hurt, put the dog into the crate, and start to back out. So I say hey what did we do? George screams "you EFFING dropped my dog on the ground." Who screams the eff word at a 5 yr old? why would you hand over Your puppy to a 5yr old and not make sure it was safe? Why did we meet on the back of a pickup in a parking lot? So many questions. This would have been my 4th German Shep. to live with me since 1978. Don't waste your time with these jokers. It's 10pm, my kids are still crying over this. Thanks professionals...

After losing our 9 yr old toy poodle a year ago after her rabies shot, I posted what I was looking for on Adopt A Pet. I have been notified many times of a possible match but it was never what I was looking for until this past weekend. There she was, the little Pom/ Poodle teacup. I called the number to Georganns Homeless Hounds and spoke with her and her hubby. I discussed the 4.5 hr trip and the puppy with my hubby and called them back that evening to schedule an appointment to come and see her. I met them in Sugar Mill and immediately fell in love with our tiny new puppy. I did as I was instructed and got back home with our new little one all safe and sound and she was hungry when she got here. She has eaten well and eliminated normally and we are thrilled to have her in our home here on the ranch. She is so cute and healthy and happy and fun. She won our hearts and we are so happy that we stepped out in faith and met two wonderful animal loving people. I commend you for your work and passion to rescue animals and am happy to have met you both. Thanks so much for a wonderful experience and keep up the good work! Hugs, Marsha

To all the ones who have bad things to say about this foster pogram you should realy thank about what you are doing with no facts. If you close a rescue down you have sent a lot of kids to there death. Then if you are going to say provo you should have the vet. prove it. It could be nothing other then hooks, rounds or tapes. One case they told the parent it was parvo and all it was coxceida or gardia so for 45,00 dollars the puppy was find. And i could go on and on but why?Most of the time people that wright these bad thimgs never wright back and say they were wrong. Most of all this web page was made for peple who had a good repore with a rescue or foster pogram not for a knock page. And you had only two puppies with suposid provo what about the rest of the puppys that are happy and healthy and there was 6 rotties & 5 rotties/mixies. Why are they not dead? And were is the proof your puppys are? Oh because you say so. Most of the time a vet.would call when there is a break out , so the group can get help for the rest of the anaimls in the homes. So with that you ladies have a good day.

There is a great deal of information on the internet about parvo and other alments that efect puppies and dogs .
Please educate yourself before you offer your opinion.
Myself finds it difficult to Belive that people would adopt an animal that was sick and pay an adoption fee .
Then would not take it for a second opinion from a second. Vet.
Instead they want to blame the rescue or breeder for there STUPITY.
These people also feel that they can have a rescue or breeder closed down.
AGAIN PLEASE EDUCATE yourself before you voice a STUPID opinion.
I also find it a mark of this socicity that a lot of people want to get something for nothing.
If you want insurance on the health of the pet there are places that can provide that.
It is up to you not animal control , the S.P.C.A , HUMANE SOCITY , THE BREEDER OR RESCURE SO GET OFF YOUR DUFF AND DO YOUR HOME WORK BEFOR YOU VOICE AN OPINION.
AND GET YOUR OWN INSURANCE ON YOUR NEW PET.

I MET HER IN THE BACK OF A PARKING LOT TO ADOPT MY DAD A ROT PUPPY FOR HIS BIRTHDAY......I HAD TO MEET HER ALL THE WAY UP IN HOMOSASSA......WE NOTICED THAT SHE DIDNT LOOK WELL AND TOOK HER TO THE VET THE NEXT DAY AND FOUND OUT THAT SHE HAD PARVO......WE CALLED THE DAY WE FOUND OUT AND GOT HUNG UP ON.....AFTER PAYING $300.00 TO ADOPT HER AND NUMEROUS VET BILLS SHE ENDED UP PASSING AWAY DURING THE NIGHT.......HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE AND I DO NOT RECOMMEND ANYONE TO PURCHASE A DOG THROUGH THEM.....THEY NEED TO BE SHUT DOWN IMMEDIATELY!!!!!!!!

FOUND OUR DOG KATIE THROUGH PETFINDER (GEORGEANN'S HOMELESS HOUNDS) BACK IN 2004.
WE HAVE HAD HER EVER SINCE AND HAS BEEN A LIFE CHANGING EXPERIENCE FOR US. SHE IS THE BEST DOG AND IS ALWAYS WILLING TO PLEASE. SHE TURNS 10 YEARS OLD IN JUNE THIS YEAR. WE MOVED FROM THE ST. PETE AREA YEARS AGO TO NORTH FLORIDA BUT WOULD RECOMMEND GEORGEANN AGAIN AND AGAIN. JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW SHE IS FINE AND WELL. THANK YOU ! GEORGEANN FOR BRINGING US OUR BEST FRIEND EVER!!

I have always wanted a German sheapard and due to my schooling and career have never had the time to properly care for an active dog until now. I have searched all over the internet and I found Georgeanns Homeless Hounds. I called and spoke with Georgeann and after looking at the puppies she had I could not make up my mind on a boy or a girl. Georgeann offered to meet me with one of each and we arranged a place to meet that was convenient for both of us. Upon meeting them I fell in love with both but decided to take the boy home with me who was a little over six weeks old. She had all the paperwork for him as well as well as paperwork for him having his first set of puppy shots. I was extreamly impressed with how well cared for the puppy was and how organized she was with all her paperwork. Her fee for him was very reasonable and I am glad to have purchased my new dog from her and not a puppy mill. I took Rocky to get his second set of shots and my vet told me I have a perfectly healthy dog and was impressed that they took the time to take care of his first set of shots as well as having all the paperwork that went along with it. I could not be happier with my new addition to my family and looking forward to possibly adopting from them again because they were AWESOME!!!!!

my 17 year old son found this "rescue center" online and he called the lady and she had him meet her and a man in the back of a parking lot. they were parked where the license plate was not visible. my son payed $360.00 for the dog. on her papers it said she was a German Shepard. when we took her to the vet they said she was husky, she might have some German Shepard in her. she also had ear mites and the first two weeks we had her she drank tons of water because of dehydration and had diarrhea. I think it is unacceptable to sell a dog to a 17 year old. if you were a rescue why are you asking $360.00 for a puppy that was probably dropped off to you and not wanted and you only take cash, interesting.

This is not a facility. It is a foster program. They take in anamils from all over the state to help find them a new home.There for you can not come on to visit. All pets you adopt or purchase should be check by your vet.and is your respondibity. This dose not make the recue or a breeder a bad organization. Please understand that you do not need to maintain a store front or facilty to help animals in need of a new home.

I was looking on adopt-a-pet and came across a cute puppy from this rescue. I called about her and was told the puppy was going to be put down by a breeder because she's the wrong color. The puppy was taken away from her mother at three weeks old. She had received one set of shots and had been given worming medicine. I took her home at almost 8 weeks old. She came to me with explosive diarrhea. I was told by Georgann that it was the worming medicine given 2 weeks ago. When I took the pup to the vet she was diagnosed with a parasite Giardia. I now am caring for a sick 8 week old puppy who is on the verge of dehydration from hourly diarrhea. I can't believe a truly legit rescue would adopt out a sick puppy afnd claimed to have been "checked out by their vet". My first clue should've been when she asked to meet me in a parking lot instead of her facility. I feel as though I just contributed to a horrible practice.

This is my second post as an update. My puppy finally pulled through the bacterial infection she came to me with, however something was missed. Apparently she had also contracted tetanus. It has a long incubation period (2-60 days). I don't have proof of where or how she got it but when she was with me she never was injured or scratched or cut. I read that a mother can pass it on to her young. It makes my skin crawl to think that my baby was in horrid conditions with this woman and contracted so many bad things. Georganne even told me NOT to take her to the vet. That there was no need. Well I regret to inform you that after my pup overcame the first bacteria, she was not able to overcome the second one. My baby died in my arms. I wish someone would listen and raid this facility. I have filed complaints with the SPCA and humane society. I urge anyone else who had similar experiences to do so. Otherwise they will continue getting away with their dirty heart breaking habits.

I don't know about the conditions at the Homeless Hounds facility because we were not allowed to go there. They insisted that we meet them at a fast food place to see the puppies which she said were Chorkies. They brought one male and one female. We picked the male which she charged us $300.00 for. The puppy was barley 6 weeks old and had been taken from it's mother when 3 weeks old, so he had not been wormed, no shots and we had to pay for his neutering. The reason we contacted this woman was because the puppies were listed on Adopt A Pet as rescues but as we drove home and thought about what had transpired we became convinced she was running a Puppy mill.

Well, I was just on here to see if Georgeann's Homeless Hounds was still operating so I could adopt another dog from them and happened upon this. I can't believe some of the stuff written about "slaughter ranch" and all that business. Anyway, I adopted a 4 year-old Pomeranian many years ago. He was a great dog and died at 12 a few years back. They came to my house (as all rescues do to assess your living conditions before adopting out a dog) and they were great. They checked my second-floor porch to make sure it was screened in so he could not fall. I didn't even think of that as a factor! I thought that was very responsible. He came to me freshly groomed with his shots. I received his prior vet paperwork and the reason for his relinquish from his previous owner (she gave him up because he was aggressive). He was a well behaved dog and it seemed that Georgeann had trained him well. He was housebroken, clean and friendly. That is why I would adopt from them again. This dog was socialized, trained and did not have one ounce of skittishness around people. I would assume that if the animals are treated terribly that maybe the adopted-out older dogs would be frightened of people a bit. I don't know about donations to relinquish dogs, but the donation I gave was only 150 which is right on target with other rescues to adopt from. I got a wonderful dog who made everyone giggle with his goofy bark. He rarely barked, but when he did it was one big "WOOF" that sounded like he had been smoking a pack of Marlboro Reds his whole life. And when they came to deliver him to me and check my background they said, "If Sammy barks at a sound... you know to go get your gun and call 911." And a truer statement couldn't have been made. He was a superb watchdog. I think they wouldn't have said this if they didn't spend considerable amounts of time with their animals. They really knew my adopted pet's personality. From what he liked, what he didn't like and all his quirky habits. Upon leaving Sammy with me, Georgeann was emotional and worried he would miss her and to not get upset if he didn't take to me right away because he had been at the rescue so long and bonded with her. Well, he was a bit sad but then took to us and especially my couch right away where he remained King of the Castle until his death in 2011 of heart failure. I know this sounds like an obituary for the greatest dog of all time, but it's really a testament to how I felt, and what I feel today for this organization. I hadn't had any alarm bells go off with the organization's demeanor, professionalism or operation.

This place needs to be shut down! I truly feel they are taking donations from people and making the animals suffer or just killing them! I found two dogs and contacted numerous rescue groups, whom btw all said they were full but this group was very quick to say they'd take them in as long as I pay a hefty donation! I then learned of horror stories about this rescue group so I asked to adopt the dogs back..they kept giving me the run around and didnt want to adopt the dogs back to me. Finally, I was able to get them back after two weeks. One of the dogs died from being so malnourished !! I think this place is a scam and they are just calling themselfs a rescue group to make money!! Help shut these awful people down!
Ps. It is very odd the only good reviews they have are from people who "work" there!!

Oh Look...More proof! Another Fact written about the Slaughter Ranch by another victim!!!!!

"Many of you know me and i rarely DNA someone myself unless they TRULY make me ill at the thought of having dogs. To call yourself a rescue and treat animals in this manner is horrible- I had asked around about her after i found out that 2 dogs were sent to her for rescue with a hefty donation! Red flags came up right away so i asked around... many of you responded back and NOT ONE comment was good-- hx with AC, always meets away from her "ranch", adopts out unfixed, so on and so on painting a NOT "rescue appropriate" rescue. SO i immediately told the person who sent the dogs to her. She adopted them back only a few days later as she had no idea. The dogs came back minus the donations of course....she just wanted them back out of harms way.. THis is HER actual account in a short version of what her 1:1 experience has been with her.
Again Georgeann met in Weeki Watchee away from her property. SHe was "very rough with them. They had choker collars on which I don't agree with. She was yanking them around way too hard." After she seatbelted the dogs into the adopters car, " she started hitting him on the head saying be a good boy. I looked at her and she said it's just a game we play. She told me she has a few properties. So who knows where these dogs are at. We started talking about her dogs on her property. She has like 45 and then 15 in the house. "... ON HER SITE http://www.georgeannshomelesshounds.com/ Click on where it says adoptable pets. You'll see that is says none are available. Where are the dogs at?? why are they not listed anywhere and hidden? why can't anyone come to the ranch ?? the foster the dogs are at now said the dogs eat like crazy and they appeared to be skinnier in just the week they were with Georgeann. So who knows if being fed or cared for honestly.... noone will know i guess.
and the FINAL hit to it all and MOST APPALLING is what she said before she left from dropping the dogs off with their new "adopter"...
"She said that when dogs become sick she can't stand them in pain. So brace yourself for this... She has her husband go out and shoot them!! "

WE NEED TO GET THIS RESCUER SHUT DOWN__ pls Contact the Hernando AC at 352-796-5062 and ask they look into her ! This is the least they should do just to ASSURE the dogs are being cared for and NOT being shot outback!!! something is NOT right at all! We have had a few bad rescues shut down this year and last .... we need to take action for the dogs sake! they are suffering no doubt... or about to be SHOT!"

I am disgusted that they are not shut down yet. One person posted they adopted out a dog not fixed.........they adopt out puppies not fixed, and they are just contributing to the over population problem. I don't know why anyone would trust them with any animal. They are not a rescue, Georgeann is "known" as a commercial breeder, which is well know in the animal community. For those of you who had a bad experience with them, have the "guts" to file a complaint. Your silence will permit her to continue what they are doing. Speak up for the animals, and help me get this placce shut down!!!!!!!!!

We have used georgiann's homless hounds foster home to help us place abandoned animals over the past three years. We feel very lucky to have this caring place and people to help with this task. They have alwase responded to our please and help. We are proud to support this orgnization. We encourage others to donate to this wonderfull organazation. They make this world a beter place in this world for all animals!

I volunteer at Georgeannes homeless hounds and it is an outstanding experience. All of the animals on this ranch are treated with great kindness and are very loveable. I would say George and Georgeanne are experts in helping and aiding dogs, they would not lie about any dog having a virus like Parvo. If a dog really did have Parvo then i believe they would have taken the necessary actions to isolate the litter and make sure it did not spread to any other animals. Fortunately none of the dogs ever had Parvo so they did not have to go to this extreme measures and do not need to be hassled by it.

Georgeanne's Homeless Hounds is one of the greatest nonprofits I have volunteered at, even though it is the only place I've been to that deals with animals I firmly believe that they exceed expectations. I regularly volunteer there on the weekends and I find it a very compelling place for animals to come and go from. I have personally handled all of the dogs and I can assure you that none of the dogs have Parvo or any other infectious disease. Georgeanne's is a great place to adopt or donate a dog to and I am expecting to adopt a dog for myself within a couple of weeks. I cannot wait till I get another chance to return and spend the day helping out the ranch do what they do best, taking care of animals!

Reading the majority of the reviews on Georgine's ranch, I am dumbfounded by the amount of lies posted. First of all, Parvo, being +80% fatal, is a virus that would infect and kill nearly all the animals in contact of the canine. However this is not the case; as for the other 15 adult dogs and numerous variety of puppies ( puppies of which have a weaker immune system than adult dogs) are all fine and happy. It is obvious for those of us that have the ability to think to conclude that if ONE SINGLE DOG was infected with parvo while at Georgine's ranch there would be an epidemic followed by a graveyard of canine corpses. Aside from the parvo issue, my experiences at the ranch have been nothing but the epitome of a learning experience and incorporated by happy, HEALTHY and friendly dogs. Over the years of knowing Georgine and spending over 200+ hours of community service on her ranch, I think it would be quite evident to me if there was any case of animal abuse or neglect. In fact, there has been atleast 2 occasions where Georgine has personally saved my dog's life (along with a ferret). Purely by the amount of effort Georgine exerts from sun up to sun down on her ranch just to keep these animals out of the gas chamber is a clear example of how much love she has for each and everyone of her animals. In conclusion, if Georgine were to have never started her rescue I know that my animals she has saved and nursed back to health would have died along with the many homeless hounds or dogs with minor aggression issues presented to her. In my eyes, and those of my family, she is a hero and savior to countless animals all around the Hernando-Citrus area.

Homeless Hounds is a great place too adopt a puppy. They take extremely good care of their animals and love every last one of them. Its a shame too see negative comments being directed at this shelter when they work so hard too keep their pups healthy.

Not only do i volunteer at homeless hounds on a regular basis but i have adopted 2 puppies there and both have been healthy and continue to be healthy today as adults. george and georganne have always been nothing but helpful and caring to any of the animals i brought there and have even given my dog shots for free when i was unable to pay for them and my dogs were in need. As far as all of these alleged Parvo reports go it seems to me to all be done by one angry customer and possibly their friends. I have seen and played with all of georgannes puppies and they ARE NOT sick. These people spend their lives taking in and care of animals who are in need, spending their time and love on animals others would and have thrown away, that some people would be so slanderous to these good people is beyond me and can only stem from greed and misunderstanding.

Reading this thread I have to say I don't think that this many people would just get on here and try to shut down a rescue if it was legitimate. Secondly the parvo claims are true. Why would the rescue treat a dog with parvo when they would endanger infecting the other dogs, especially if the vet said the dog will definitely die? Do they think they are smarter than a veterinarian? Do they have veterinary degrees? Why are the adopting out dogs that aren't fully vaccinated? The last person said I was told not to put my dog down until it was vaccinated. I have never adopted a dog that was not vaccinated for parvo and I have had 2 and am close friends with a breeder. The only way the vaccine doesn't work is if the dog has parvo before it receives the vaccine. Perhaps the vet has advised this "angrycustomer" to get boosters for her dogs since they were exposed to the virus. All the recent research I have done says that could be customary if your dogs are older and have not had a recent parvo vaccination as it is not required in older dogs. All of you who are defending this seem to be fake and perhaps just personal friends of the owners. Every customer , donater, and person who gave an animal is unhappy but all the "personal friends" or people who "have known them from middle school" are happy. Coincidence, I think not. Be Smart people, do your research.

I gave this organization a wonderful loving adult male cat that showed up at my house because I had two cats and one of those cats would not allow the newcomer to be in or around the house. I emailed 10 facilities and called three more. All were full to capacity or short foster homes. I was referred to HH by another rescue organization. I did not want to give up the cat, but I was short of time and had no option. I should have followed my first impression of these people. Two days later, a friend of a friend said they would like to foster the cat. I called HH and I offered to adopt the cat back at any cost in order to get into a more homelike environment. I was treated most rudely by George who hung up on me when I attempted to see if there was a way around a policy. I found him to be arrogant and ill-mannered in his explanation of their "board" policy. I have no knowledge of the quality of the facilities, but the people that run it are arrogant, ill-mannered, uncaring and inflexible. To my Brother traveling men, please heed my words.

Wonderful, loving people. I would trust them with any of my pets.

They took in a foster black Lab who was difficult and worked with him and rehabilitated him. He is now in his forever home. Thanks so much to these hard working, awesome folks who really love dogs and other animals and all they do for them. Thank you. Fradelle Milrad

I met george and georgeann when my son got into some trouble at school and had to do some community service.. he put in two weekends on her farm. My son is a high honors student and he was very impressed with her farm although they worked him hard he said all her animals were very well taken care of.. they didnt let him sluff off at all on any of the care.... When I went to pick him up after he was done, they met me at the gate of their ranch.. they did not let me in.. it was not because anything was amiss but because of libility and the fact that it makes some of the animals nervous... which i totally understand after she stated her reasons. it made sense. My son is also a leader in his ROTC program at school and still to this day does community service with homeless hounds and brings others with him. It is a great place. They take any discarded animal that needs a home. I have so many examples . way to many to write......... I just couldnt belive the things that have been said about this rescue since i know better because i have been there many times.. everytime i have a problem with a animal i call them and they have helped me EACH and EVERYTIME.. one nite it was at 1am when i noticed my ferret had gone down. I was freakin out and i called them, she told me to bring her over.. i thought she was gonna die.. I took her there at 1 am and left her.. gerogina told me to say a prayer and call her in the morning.... she worked with my baby all nite and pulled her thur.. so dont tell me that bullshit that she shots sick animals that is just so much crap.. she also took my neighbors puppy who couldnt walk on her back leg... george said she had pulled something.. they took that dog home and she is now walking on all four of her legs although it took a month and YES she is still there. I have seen this women (georgann) stop on the side of the road when someone was giving away free cats and tell them that they run the potential of providing gator bait for people... she does not always take a dontation for an animal . she is more concerned for the welfare of the animal.. I have be associated with them for more then two yrs now and yes I have been on the ranch and seen for myself.. they are selective for good reasons not because they have anything to hide which anyone can find that out if they check into the reports that animal control has posted about their ranch.. what u have here is with all this bullshit posting is several people who wanted their dogs "fixed" and then wanted them back without haveing to pay which believe me happens alot. people always seem to what something for nothing and scam to do it.. what a shame when in all reality george and georgann would have probaly helped them if they had asked. and yes they come off rough but that is their personality and their right.. not everyone is the proveribal sweet grandmother type but just ask them a few questions and they will talk your ear off with all the advice and help..

An allegation by someone who is not willing to identify themselves, made the statement “her lawyer offered me money to shut up.” this is a FALSE MISSTATEMENTof fact that never occurred. Over the course of time, there have been a few false allegations and they have all been declared unfounded. If there is anyone with legitimate questions of concerns relating to the conduct of Georgeann’s Homeless Hounds & Foster Program of Florida, Inc., they are requested to contact my office directly.
(727) 821-6888

James R. Kennedy, Jr., Esq.
St. Petesburg, FL

Georgeanne should be shut down! She almost killed the animal we gave her. Kept donation, called and lied, lied lied. Her lawyers offered me $ to shut up. By the way that isn't even her real name. She is in it for money. Sheila, I hope you read this. I thought you closed down. Now I know you just left Pinellas county. My endevors will continue now to include Pasco, Hernando etc. etc. etc.

Georgeanns homeless hounds should be giving an award for their compasion for the animals and the adoptive parents of the animals. We adopted a puppy in august of 2008. To our dismay our local vet made a mistake and this puppy died. I called Georgeann and she was just as upset as we were. Needless to say we adopted again in october this time we adopted a brother and sister and have totally enjoyed these wonderful little animals. I would not adopted from anyone else and refer her services any chance I get.

My husband and I adopted a dog from Homeless Hounds and are very proud to have him. They treated us well and we continue to communicate with them about his well being. Our dog is very lucky to have been rescued by Georgean's Homeless Hounds.

To Whom This May Concern: For starters, I do not see where my past posting was inappropriate,vague maybe. As far as for one step ahead of the law-well, I don't see where that response has anything to do w/ my posting. Anyway, here's my story - I hope you can help or get anwsers,a pic would still be a great help. My husband and I had to make a haste decision to find a new home for our dog Buddy whom we loved very much. It was a hard decision to make.We had our dog for two years and we were very attached, especially our 7 year-old son. We called the SPCA and Humane Society and they were both full and couldn't take in any more dogs of this breed. He was a Amer.Bull/Boxer/Pitbull mix. Awesome w/ kids. The problem was he only liked us.We moved to a new neighborhood and a few times he got out and chased some neighbors. He has never bit anyone but, we were worried that one day he could. My brother gave us your card and told us to call you and that you were good people. So we did. I spoke to Georgeann which was very convincing that I was doing the right thing. I told her we had a seven year-old whom would be heart broken to lose his dog and she told me how to go about it. She told me to bring them the dog while he was in school. So I did. She talked to my son later that night on the phone and assured him that it was the right thing to do. He asked for a pic of him being happy, which I asked for when I gave her the dog and she said she would send a pic via email. When we didn't recieve a pic I called 2 weeks after we have given him up. She said she couldn't find my email address and didn't have time to write it down, so she said for me to email it to her. Well, it kept coming back default. I had other people try and the same thing with them. So my husband called her and now she says the dog has been adopted out. So we can't get a pic. She had the dog for 2 monthe before he was adopted,and no pic.Christmas was here and my son would not come out to open presents w/ his family because he just wanted his dog. I explained to Georgeann that the picture would be closure for my son. She said she could not get a picture because she could not get him to hold still for a pictue. Well,I fail to believe that our dog was so hyper that she couldn'tget a pic,being as she has dealt w/ so many dogs and is well trained to handle this.So 2 weeks later my mom calls and asks her if she could contact the new owners and ask them to send a pic and explained to Georgeann that this pic is vital for proper closure for her grandson. Georgeann told her the new owners were very private and wanted no pics taken and said the new owners said we didn't deserve a pic.My mom asked why the new owners whom adopted Buddy from a rescue wouldn't feel warm in thier heart to be able to bring closure to a 7 year old little boy, so he would know that his dog was in good hands.Goergeann said the new owners said we gave up our rights and we don't deserve one.My mom told Georgeann that she promised a pic from the start and that she needed to make it right. My mom asked Georgeann that if the new owners ever gave him back if she could call and let us adopt him back,because personally we don't trust anyone now after all of this. We didn't find Georgeanns reasons to be justifyible. She was angry and told my mom that she would 'euthanize the dog before she ever gave him back',Georgeann's husband grabbed the phone and told my mom that Georgeann didn't mean that and my mom heard her yell in the background 'yes I did, I would kill that dog before I ever gave him back'.NOW, on that note --- WE WERE GREAT OWNERS--WE LOVED OUR DOG-- if we didn't care we would have sent him to Animal Control-we had no problem with the 200.00 fee for them to take him we would have paid more knowing they were going to find him a good home. And they assurred us that if he never got a home that he would always have a home on their ranch for the rest of his life. I gave them his toys,dog bed,food and his year supply if comfortis.We had him neutered in July he had all his shots and tags.We took very good care of him.. Now finally my brother calls Georgeann and George about the situation because he feels bad to have recommended them to us. Asked them why they would say that to our mother. George told my brother that it sounded to him like the boy has a mental problem or bad parenting for him to still be hung up on a dog that he hasn't seen in three months...Now if you claim that your a pet rescue which would be for your love for animals to want to start this organization then for one you threatening a dog's life would never be a thought to you.and anyone who has a pet knows it takes more than 3 months to get over it. So George you your not only calling my son a mental case but probably more than half the people in this world. Now with all that has been said I have to question what has really happened to Buddy. I didn't think your excuse for a pic was justifyable and everything thereafter. The things you've said to my family doesn't sound like someone who has devoted there lives to rescuing pets. Maybe thats how you started out, but I have to think your wore out with it. Its time to find a new profession, because this one has seemed to make you hard and heartless. I'm sure when you started out you had your heart in it, but somewhere along the way you lost it.It happens to the best of us. This letter was not intended to upset you, if it does maybe it is for your own good. I have left nothing out in this letter, this is exactly what happened. Sorry,I couldn't sum it up any shorter,I just wanted to make sure I covered everything. - Ms.Sauto

My experience with Georgeann’s Homeless Hounds has been fantastic and I recommend anyone interested in rescue, foster or adoption of an animal use them. I adopted my dog from Georgeann after a referral from my veterinarian. She frequently rescues animals that are on their last days before euthanization. Mine was one of those on “death row”. I’ve also taken her a rescue and get updates on how the rescue is doing with her new adopted family. She’s been available by phone and in person to answer any of my questions and concerns. She’s even gone as far as helping me (day or night) with advice and a sympathetic ear when my handicapped parakeet was dying, my guinea pig was having a seizure, my cockatoo was picking some feathers and my 14 year old dogs were on their last days. This she did for free. I’ve been to one of her adopt-a-thon’s and have personally seen how she screens prospective new owners in this atmosphere. She is VERY thorough. I did this prior to adopting my dog from her as well as spending time on the organizations website to review the conditions of the ranch and her animals. I’ve personally witnessed her intake of rescued animals as well as the adoption of them to new families. She is consistent with the handling of both situations. Anyone fearful of meeting Georgeann off the ranch premises but always in the same public place (Hardee’s in Weeki Wachi) need only ask her about previous experiences when it was allowed. After 2 years dealing with Georgeann (Homeless Hounds) I no longer question this practice and, to this day continue to meet her in the same place. Management is familiar with her and has dealt with her situation the whole time I’ve known her. By the way, they make yummy shakes for my trip home. I again express to anyone using this blog to see how Georgeann’s Homeless Hounds operates know that I will never use another organization. She came highly recommended to me and I continue to pass that word on.

A litter of 6 kittens was turned in at our animal hospital. We neutered/spayed and gave vaccines. Homeless hounds did a wonderful job of finding homes for them - in less than a week all were placed in well screened homes! This was our third time using this organization. I highly recommend them.

Georgeann's Homeless Hounds is a WONDERFUL organization. They were able to take in 2 dogs that needed a home, that over 2 dozen other rescues were unable or unwilling to take in. If they weren't kind enough to do it, the dog's fate would have been a death sentence at a shelter. The requested donation is logical, because the dogs require food, shelter and care. If I were able to keep them in my care and do what they are doing, the cost would far exceed the donation. Georgeann and George are both kind, generous and giving people - offering a home to so many animals that others closed their doors to. They have a clear compassion for the lives of all animals that they rescue.

This is so childish..I have had dealings with Homeless Hounds and it was an amazing experience. The owners have so much knowledge of what they are doing. I would never go anywhere else to get a pet. I looked at every choice of pet that they have to offer. Every animal there had PLENTY of food, water, shelter and love. Get a life people. You should really get to know these wonderful people, you would be ashamed of starting such drama. I pray for all of you out there making negative statements about Homeless Hounds. May God Bless Homeless Hounds...

i have gotten a dog from them -my animal was not fixed and thats the way i wanted it, if you adopt from the pound then you dont have that option, i was given the choice- you failed to say that. also they told me they dont take checks as with many buss. these days, again I found no problem with that- as for charging a fee- food and shots all cost money the pound also charges fees -the animal i recieved for well feed and groomed.and i did check with animal control before adopting and they had nothing bad to say about this rescue- i think you people need to check your facts and not be so judgemental -its sounds like petty complaints - we have so few that put the hard work and care for animals that need the help -give them a break

This non profit should be shut down. They are not in it to help animals, and if you have had dealings with them, please file an IRS 13909 form to complain about them. Also, file a complaint with the state of Florida. You can do it online. Look under complaints about non-profits for the form.

This man and woman are running a scam for their profit. They asked me to meet them in another county at Hardees and called before my arrival to say they only accepted cash. They parked so I could not see their tag and this is a criminal operation. I cannot imagine how many animal lovers they have taken advantage of. And this should be reported to the IRS AS it is not a non profit.

They charge to take a dog I found that needed a home. Several hundred. Isnt this a rescue? They will charge the new owners an adoption fee too. They sell animals with no shots and altering. Isnt a rescue suppose to make sure they sterilize for overpopulation NOt make $$ off of people. I am concerned that this is a money making scheme and this isnt for the animals