Our family has volunteered to help Ruff Tales and every day working with this organization has been a pleasure. for over 2 years, we have been welcoming dogs in our house and thanks to Ruff tails, we have helped 12 dogs find forever homes. I believe that the organization's mission is a noble one and they execute it flawlessly. Their team takes great care of the dogs as well as the foster families. They are all patient about saving the dogs' lives and they will spare no expense to make sure it is done the right way. It has been 2 years of happy fostering and looking forward to many more.
Great, volunteer-run organization that saves Southern pups from euthenasia and brings them North for adoption using a network of foster homes.
Wonderful people and great organization! Initially I filled out an app to adopt and I ended up volunteering for them! This is one of the best rescues I've ever worked with!!
I've been volunteering with Ruff Tales Rescue for about 6 months now. We rescued our shepherd girl from Texas about 3 years ago & she has completely changed our lives. Brought SO much joy into our home & I have always wanted to give back to dogs in need since then. Discovered Ruff Tales when I went searching to volunteer locally & they are just AMAZING!!! FANTASTIC group of loving/very caring people & the whole group has welcomed me with open arms. I have never had a question go unanswered from anyone - all volunteers are extremely knowledgeable & get back to me very quickly. I especially LOVE that our adopters get to meet our rescues before making a decision to bring them into their homes. We were not able to do that with the rescue we brought our dog home from (but we were keeping her no matter what). I'm sure it's not always easy to coordinate that but Ruff Tales always makes it work and the adopting family really knows what they're getting into when they get to meet with the pups first. Can't say enough about this rescue and the people who run it. Thank you Ruff Tales Rescue for everything you do!!!!
I’ve fostered two dogs with RTR and ended up adopting my dog, Willow, through them. They are an amazing rescue that really places the dogs first and does everything they can to support fosters. For example, all supplies are provided and there are Medical and Training teams to answer any questions about the foster dog. I am so glad I am a part of the RTR family!
I have been volunteering for RTR for almost 6 years! I have a seemless experience as a volunteer (applications, transport, events), & we were lucky enough to adopt one of our pups from them!
I cannot express how much I have loved working with this rescue, & I will continue to for the foreseeable future!
I have fostered with several animal rescue/shelter agencies since 2019 and working with Ruff Tales Rescue has been a a wonderful experience for my family. We have 20+ dogs with Ruff Tales Rescue and the their commitment to rescuing dogs from overpopulated shelters and the support they have provided is amazing. From supplies of food, toys, blankets, transportation help, responsive medical and training support, and post adoption updates, I’m so grateful to be a small part of such a wonderful organization.
They have an amazing selection and fostering and adoption process. They work really hard to match dogs with the best homes for each and every dog situation and personality. If the dog needs training before adoption they get the dog training. Their normal vet/health process is complete and my vet even commented that they had gone above and beyond with having our dog vetted before being adopted by me.
They really set the dogs and adopters up for success
Our family has adopted two wonderful pups fro Ruff Tales Rescue, and more recently we have started fostering for them.
It is such an amazing group of caring dedicated individuals who truly donate their time and energy to not only rescuing, but also ensuring the absolute best possible forever homes for so many sweet deserving pups!
Amazing rescue! We are foster based so have the best community for the dogs! We take in any breed, age and size.
RTR had a painless application process! I was able to rescue my dog at an adoption event which was incredible experience.
Ruff Tales Rescue changed my family's life forever. We adopted our female husky, Maya, from RTR. We at first wanted a companion for our male husky but Maya turned out to be an even greater blessing in disguise for all of us. The RTR adoption process is painless and we understood and appreciated how thorough they are in the vetting process. They follow the rules. You have to appreciate a rescue that puts the effort, seriousness and care into rescuing dogs. So, in a nutshell, we filled out an application online, they conducted a home visit, they checked our references, checked with our vet, we were approved, we met her and that was it - My husband fell in love with her at first site and she not only became his best friend, but our boy Levi got a sweet little sister to love. The added bonus, Maya turned into my mother's best friend. After having a kidney transplant it was as if Maya knew our mom had to be treated differently, gently. She bonded with my mom in one of her toughest times and turned her into a dog lover. Thank you RTR for all that you do in saving the lives of dogs and humans alike!
I started helping out this rescue quite a few years ago when I was between jobs. But I have stuck with it for more than 4 years because of the selfless service of the entirely volunteer organization. It is highly satisfying to see all of our dogs get the highest quality of care to set them up for a successful reentry to family life.
This is a great organization that helps wonderful dogs and wonderful families connect.
I’ve rescued three senior dogs from this agency and have been very happy with them as a whole
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We adopted my dog named Rosie from Ruff Tales Rescue. She has been a wonderful addition and became part of the family as soon as she arrived. She has to be tucked into bed every night with her blanket. She had brought so much laughter and joy to our lives!
We adopted our amazing little guy Coco from ruff tales. They could not have been better! They brought him to our house to met myself, my daughter & our 2 cats. There was no feeling of being rushed at all when she was here to make sure he was a good fit for our family. If I had any questions they were always so kind & fast at responding. I could not imagine my life without him
Great group of volunteers. Everyone in the organization puts the pups first. It's rare to have a human personality conflict from what I can see everyone works together and rolls up their sleeves to help each other out to ensure the pups find the best fit possible. Not only do I volunteer, I have also adopted through Ruff Tales.
I've had a great experience volunteer with Ruff Tales. The coordinators, fosters, and volunteers are so helpful and passionate about saving dogs. I'm happy to be a part of this organization and proud of the work they do.
Amazing organization. Saving multiple dogs at a time with a smile on their faces. Always nice through email, dogs are vetted and they always make sure no issues with the dogs. Adoption vetting is a great process and they make sure the dogs are going to a good home.
Miss Daisy is the second dog I adopted from Ruff Tales Rescue and I could not be happier!! RTR is full of wonderful people who clearly want the best for their dogs, and all the volunteers seem to work around the clock. Miss Daisy needs surgery next month and RTR has offered to pay for it in its entirety...not many rescues that will be honest about medical concerns and financially help out once adopted. Thank you Ruff Tales!
Had two great experiences adopting with this rescue - they were very kind and organized. Now I volunteer for them and absolutely love the work I do!
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I adopted a Catahoula mix about 6 years ago when he was about 12 weeks old. I was so impressed by the adoption process, foster care, and meet and greet. Ruff Tales is by far the best rescue out there! Great job to all volunteers! Dogs are saved because of you!!
Without Ruff Tales Rescue I would not have my best friend. I remember the day I got her and she chose me. They are an abs outlet great organization to get a rescue from!
Ruff Tales is amazing. When lockdown hit our school, my kids, like so many, were in a funk. After years of them asking for a dog, I relented and said we could Foster but they had to do the work. My 13 year old twins did the research and found Ruff Tales. We applied, were interviewed and started fostering.
It has been great. They are organized and responsive. The dogs are amazing. We have fallen in love with each one, but know our job is to get them to their new home. We feel so lucky to be able to participate in the great work Ruff Tales does.
I just adopted from Ruff Tales for the first time, from the application process through the adoption process, they are the most thorough and caring rescue group I have ever adopted from!
I have fostered and volunteered for a few rescues and Ruff Tales is by far the best rescue I have worked with. They pull dogs from kill shelters that normally wouldn’t have a chance such as dogs that are fearful of humans and dogs that need extensive medical care before they can be adopted out. One of my own fosters was a “code red” pittie that the shelter said didn’t get along with other dogs. RTR decided to help him and once he was out of the stressful shelter environment we learned that he’s actually good with other dogs. Ruff Tales gives a chance to those who need it most. They truly care about the dogs and putting them into the best homes. I have adopted two of my own dogs from RTR and I would highly recommend them to anyone who is looking to adopt or volunteer. It’s a wonderful place to surround yourself with other people who are passionate about rescue.
I adopted from Ruff Tales four years ago and year after I started volunteering. This organization is just fantastic! They focus on the well being of each and every dog that comes through and to set them up for success with their future forever families. It is truly rewarding to work with such fantastic people and see so many adorable pups get the love that they deserve.
Everyone at Ruff Tales Rescue is extremely passionate about saving dogs. Volunteering and fostering for RTR has changed my life. I have had the honor of finding loving homes for so many dogs in need and I have made countless friendships along the way.
I started to volunteer for Ruff Tales a year and half ago. Soon after I started to foster for them. Then I adopted. I still continue to work with them because I find them to be a top notch rescue. They care about the dogs we rescue, from the minute they pull one from a southern shelter to transportation and medical issues to finding the perfect home and beyond.
This rescue is the best! Always taking in the “underdogs” that everyone else always overlooks. They don’t take the “most adoptable” ones, they take the least likely to be adopted when looking at the shelters...always giving every dog a chance at a new life!
I have been volunteering with Ruff Tales for over 2 years. They always have the dogs best interest at heart and do a wonderful job of matching dogs to their forever families. I also adopted my dog from them and he has been the greatest addition to our family, as well as an awesome foster brother for other pups! Non only is Ruff Tales a non profit but it is completely volunteer run
Great organization! They rescue dogs that other groups won’t help, like dogs needing medical or behavioral help. This is a group that TRULY takes on the “last call” dogs!