First adopted from CPR in 2011, a 2.5 yr old standard male with a dirty sock appetite! He was a wonderful boy!!! Became sustaining donors to support him returning to CPR if something happened to us. Back for a 10 month old female in 2013 who is now an energetic 12 year old! Have volunteered as an Adoption Counselor and a Fundraiser. CPR is ALL ABOUT THE DOG. The Director and Staff are compassionate and caring and the volunteers are amazing. I have been a sustaining donor for over 12 years and CPR is part of my Estate Planning. They definitely deliver Bang for your Buck!! A Community of folks devoted to these wonderful animals!!!
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We have adopted twice from CPR, both wonderful dogs! They are extremely thorough in their application process because they have made a commitment to each animal they take in. Our first adoption was 2009, second in 2013. We have done some volunteering for them and have been regular contributors. If you want a group that is ALL ABOUT THE DOG this one is tops.
We have adopted three precious dogs from here. Having had many dogs in my lifetime, I can honestly say that this is the most wonderful place a dog could be while waiting for their forever home.
CPR takes in old as well as young dogs and get them vet treatment if needed. Older dogs not really adoptable are taken care of at the farm to live out their lives with care and kindness. We got two from there ourselves. They are well worth donating to if you are an animal lover.
This organization is top notch! Their adoption process is thorough, they really do check references, they take great care with matching their dogs with potential adopters, they truly care about all of their animals including saving many seniors, and honestly enjoy hearing from their extended family of adopters. Those who are lucky enough to rescue one of their dogs, are truly an extended member of their family. Although their title infers poodles, they have all kinds of dogs as they won't turn down an animal in need. They know the animals in their care and make sure they know potential adopters and work extremely hard to match the animals with the right human. Can't say enough good things about this organization of dedicated people. I'm so happy with my little guy!
My husband and I have rescued 5 poodles from CPR (Carolina Poodle Rescue). The reasons we keep going back to them is they take the dogs in and give them the treatment they need to get them back to how they are supposed to be. Some have
To be fostered first for different things like shyness, malnourishment, skin diseases, heart worm positive to name a few. They fix all this they can with help from Lunas Legacy funds. So when you adopt a dog from CPR you know that they have been tested and microchipped and are healthy enough to go to their furever home.
I have adopted senior dogs from this wonderful organization since 2010. The people are wonderful, caring folks who have saved so many dogs (and a few cats) from a grim future. I am a staunch supporter of CPR now..
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In attempting to reply to "Doggiemama" and her anonymous review, I accidentally marked it as helpful. The only helpful thing about her review is, it shows how someone with no knowledge of an organization can write anything, even nasty outright lies, and have it published online. We have adopted two dogs from CPR over the past five years. We have several friends who have adopted from CPR. We have seen how the staff and volunteers have taken in seemingly hopeless, abandoned dogs AND prepared them to find homes. Not just homes, but homes where a dog will thrive. Hoarders? I think not. I donate to CPR and am proud to do so. I can only assume that Doggiemama tried to adopt from CPR and was turned down, for good reason.
I could not be more please with my experience with Carolina Poodle Rescue. The staff is excellent and the dogs are loved and cared for as they wait for their forever homes.
Some of the greatest blessings of my life came to me by way of this wonderful organization.
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Some of the greatest blessings in my life came to me by way of this wonderful organization. The staff is so committed to all the dogs in their care which is evident in everything they do.
I highly recommend Carolina Poodle Rescue.
The entire CPR team has hearts of gold. It’s a great organization with the best leader. I can’t image adopting from another organization.
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I adopted my standard poodle, Dirk, from CPR five years ago. Donna and her team are wonderful to work with and made the adoption process very smooth. CPR was up front about his previous history and have even provided guidance over the years. He is our sweet fur baby and we would be lost with him. The CPR team is a special group who truly care about animals. They even came to the rescue for a poodle that I called them about with special needs. The couple could no longer care for him and the family wanted to put him down. They went out of their way to drive to Savannah, GA to rescue him. He is loving life in their SOS program. I fully support CPR and continue to donate often.
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CPR is a wonderful dog rescue! They have loving, caring people there and provide the best care until they find just the right family for the dogs. I try to donate regularly to them and one day, I hope to adopt a dog from them.
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I contacted CPR looking for my lost dog. My baby wasn't there, but they were so helpful to me. They were encouraging and caring, suggesting things I could try. After 6 days, I found my baby, thank the good Lord, but I will always be grateful to Donna and CPR for helping me. They didn't have to help, but they did because they're good caring people.
I adopted my second wonderful dog, Coco from Carolina Poodle Rescue a year ago in October 2018, Coco, being in a Foster home with Carolina Poodle for a short while, acclimated quickly due in part because adoption counselors and Foster Mom in this case, are all working together with the Rescue to place each dog in the best environment for the dog and the family. . The application is very detailed to ensure the dog's wellbeing and family's compatibility then after approval the adoption process is quick when you've found your new Baby!! I'm sure I will soon adopt again, finding another sweet pup who will choose us as it's family!
Carolina Poodle is more than just a rescue site for poodles - it is a sanctuary for older or sick dogs (of any breed) to live out their lives surrounded by love, it is a dedicated core of folks who take care of rescues (all breeds) and the seniors, it is a massive community of supporters who help each other with their rescue dogs and rise to the occasion when transport or help with vet bills is needed. In a word - Carolina Poodle and the extended family constantly renews my faith in humanity. It is one of the most amazing organizations with which I have had contact.
I was adopted by my Jazzy Girl in February 2013. I was very impressed with the effort by Carolina Poodle Rescue to get the right dog with the right person. I have only been able to visit two times due to my distance from the farm. I volunteer by sewing.
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Carolina Poodle Rescue is my favorite charity - they help many furbabies - dogs and cats. The dog doesn't have to be a poodle to receive love from the employees and volunteers at Carolina Poodle Rescue. There are so many volunteers that love this charity and volunteer to transport, spend a day loving on the animals, sponsors for animals coming to the farm, sponsors for the SOS Program, fostering, sewing, adoption counselors, and many other things that I have not mentioned. I was adopted by a seven pounder in 2013 named Jazzy Girl and what a girl she is. Jazzy was my way of finding this wonderful nonprofit. I was impressed in the care that was taken to make sure I was the right person for Jazzy. Because I live five hours away I volunteer by sewing belly bands, bed covers, and crate mats and I sponsor a dog in the SOS Program by contributing to Unco's care each month. Two years ago I had the pleasure of visiting the farm and taking a tour and boy was I impressed with everything.
Carolina Poodle Rescue is a wonderful organization. Their love and concern for the animals in their care is obvious in all they do, from intake to adoption.
I am impressed by everything they do but the SOS Program is especially close to my heart.
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I have adopted more than one of my sweet furbabies from from Carolina Poodle Rescue. The farm and kennel areas are so nice and clean for the dogs there. Even more importantly, Donna and her staff of caregivers obviously love the dogs and take such good care of them. Their mission is clear and they work so hard to provide a wonderful environment for the dogs waiting for their forever homes and to care for those who will likely be permanent residents there. I have never been more impressed by an organization.
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I have adoptedfrom CPR 3 separate times. Each time, I was fully informed about the good and some challenging traits of my new pups. The only surprises were how much I adored them and how quickly I did. I respect the care they go through when approving adopters and know that everything they do is in the best interests of the animals. Love them so much that I am a monthly sponsor and have volunteered. I love my cpr family.
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I have adopted from CPR 3 times. They are one of the most responsable and proactive rescue groups that I have ever had the pleasure to get to learn about and adopt from. My male poodle was a rescue from a large overwhelmed and neglectful backyard breeder. CPR took a large number of dogs when the authorities shut this operation down. Without CPR, my boy would have surely died from neglect and hunger. He was unsocialized and tremendously under weight. CPR kept him in a foster home to help socialize him so that he would be adoptable. I adopted my little girl poodle from them next to be a companion for me and my boy. She was a retired breeding dog. After birthing numerous of litters for the profit of a breeder, at the age of 7, she was surrendered/abandoned. He was in poor condition and required not only the normal spay/neuter procedure but a full dental with full extractions. That costs an arm and a leg, but CPR was there to get her in shape so that they could find her a good home. She was also nurtured in a foster home.
My 3rd dog from them is a 5yr old Portuguese water dog whose owner passed away. After relatives could not care for him, CPR took him, had him neutered and then offered him for adoption. Their care and adoption standards ensure that these beautiful creatures will never be neglected or I'll cared for again. I respect the organization and their heroic efforts. I show this by trust that they always have the best interest of the animals at heart. I also show this trust with monthly donations to assist in caring for the animals in their care that they know may never have a home due to age or illness. These sos dogs have love and care the rest of their lives even if they are never adopted.
Love this place ...they love each and every one of the many dogs they take care of and find great homes for them. I donate whenever I can!
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This dog rescue does it right. Potential adopters are well screened, and great care is taken to match the dogs to the person/family.
All dogs are vet checked and medically cleared, whatever is required is done.
I am a sponsor of an SOS dog, who will have a home at Dreamweaver Farm for life if needed. I've donated for food, medical care, and special situations .
I hope to someday add to my poodle family of one, in the meantime I love being a part of the Dreamweaver family . This is a truly unique rescue.
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I regularly donate to Carolina Poodle Rescue because their philosophy fits in with mine. I love dogs and especially poodles. They are a no kill shelter who rescue and nurse back to health dogs who need a home whether it's due to abandonment or an owners change of circumstance, etc. Health needs are addressed, and a dogs emotional needs are addressed, until a dog is transformed and the right home is found. They are transparent in their actions and are like a gigantic dog loving family whether you become an adopter, an active volunteer or a sponsor.
This place is amazing! Donna Ezell and the people who work at this rescue are absolute angels. They love every dog that comes into their care, and they do everything humanly possible to ensure the health and well-being of each one. Additionally, they take great care to match adopters with a dog that is a perfect match in order to make sure that everyone is happy. They have saved untold numbers of precious, deserving dogs over the years who have enriched the lives of many, many people. This is a wonderful organization.
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CPR is the most amazing place! They are the true definition of a 'rescue', and every fur-baby that is blessed enough to get to CPR is truly loved, cared-for, and matched to just the right adoptive family. The angels at CPR work very hard giving each and every dog individual time and attention. Their adoption process is thorough, as it should be, in order to protect the precious animals in their care. They are a dream-come-true for animal-lovers and the homeless animals that are lucky enough to find Carolina Poodle Rescue!
We have adopted three times from Carolina Poodles rescue, and contribute monthly to this wonderful organization. They screen all prospective adopters thoroughly, including a home visit, and require that unwanted dogs be returned to them so that no rescued dog ends up back in a shelter. They take injured, sick, and older dogs. Dogs that aren't adoptable stay on the farm to live out their years I'm a safe and loving environment. They have a strong network of adopters and foster home who donate, share advice, and work together to get shelter dogs transferred to the farm. All the dogs are loved, and you can tell that all the money is, pardon the pun, going to the dogs!
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Carolina Poodle Rescue (CPR) is an exemplary organization that saves lives both canine and human. Through the hard work of staff and a broad network of volunteers, CPR rescues strays, dogs in kill shelters, and from owners who can no longer care for their pets up and down the eastern U.S.
My husband and I learned first hand of CPR's fine work when we adopted a "senior" standard poodle a year and a half ago. We were impressed with the very thorough application process and the quality of questions the adoption counselor asked us. After meeting the staff and seeing several dogs that they matched us with, it was obvious that CPR understood exactly the type of dog we needed and would be a good fit for our home and lifestyle.
Since adopting we have voluteered at adoption events and assisted with transports and learned even more about the extraordinary work of CPR. Through social media and their website we have access to a network of very knowledgable pet owners and caregivers who are ready to give advice and assistance if we encounter problems with our dog's health or behavior. The love and care the CPR organization gives their dogs and adopters fosters a true sense of community and caring. It is without reservation that I recommend CPR to anyone seeking a pet or an animal rescue organization to endow.
I have worked with many nonprofits, and I have complete faith and trust in Carolina Poodle Rescue. We adopted our sweet maltipoo Chandler from CPR seven years ago, and I will not hesitate to go back to this organization when we decide to add another dog to our family. Under the leadership of the amazing director, Donna Ezzell, everyone involved works tirelessly for the benefit of the animals.
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I flew 900 miles from upstate New York to the Carolinas to adopt a puppy from them. I can't say enough about the dedicated, caring people at Carolina Poodle Rescue. The welfare of the dogs is always their top concern. We were thoroughly screened, references checked (including vet and groomer), and the director kept my puppy at her house until he was ready to travel. The entire organization - and particularly the director - are wonderful!
Every once in a while, someone like the recent critical reviewer appears. I have volunteered at CPR for years now, and yes, I put my money where my mouth is. I have adopted and fostered from CPR over the years, and I have seen two have a happy end-of-life experience in my home before they crossed the Rainbow Bridge; both had been abandoned by their previous owners on busy highways before CPR saved them from a certainly horrible death. I've had two who were toothless, and one of my current herd of five is blind and deaf and crippled. So, I think I have some experience with CPR that far outweighs the occasional pot-shot from some disgruntled person. The practices and policies at CPR are professional and extensive. Our rescues are not given away on a whim or without an extensive application process. I've often said that the adoption policies for international children from third world nations could benefit from the lessons of the thorough adoption policies at CPR. The network of volunteers, the caregivers on staff, and the director herself give daily of themselves with a goal of putting these animals as our first priority. And, I certainly don't see any of us getting wealthy in currency for our efforts. But I assure you, we are richer and happier as human beings, unlike the sad person who just wasted time on an unfounded and undeserved negative review from an organization that certainly earns its respect in the animal rescue community nationally as a model for excellence. Sincerely, Linda C Owens
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By far, the best, dependable small animal rescue anywhere with happy adopters, foster families, and volunteers from all over the southern and other states. It is CLEAN and properly managed and organized. The kennel-based rescue is situated in a rural area on a massive, double-fenced farm of pastures and gentle rolling hills. CPR, also known as Dreamweaver Farm, has outstanding business and animal practices AND committed well-done, experienced policies for adoption, rehabilitation, fostering and sanctuary/covenant care for the rescues. CPR is a place to respect and honor with its trained director, all-volunteer board of directors, caregivers and volunteers. The rescue has an excellent reputation that has been earned since inception. In the past two years, I have adopted three pets from CPR, and I both foster and transport for CPR. In addition, I have worked for animal care in SC for 40 years, and I lead a movement that changed state laws assuring humane ways to destroy unwanted ones. So, I speak from a position of experience about this rescue.
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Doggiemama's review is baseless. This is an incredibly fine organization that does the right thing for adopters, people that foster and, most importantly, for the dogs. They are completely transparent - nothing to hide. They give animal rescue a good name. Maybe Doggiemama was turned down, or has some other ax to grind, but whatever the reason, please note that unlike others who have written reviews, "Doggiemama" is anonymous and as such obviously has no facts to support their absurd claim.
I first got involved with Carolina Poodle Rescue in July of 2010. At that time, I was looking for a standard poodle. I had just lost my Lab of 14 years. I had always had littles, but wanted to try a standard...Donna matched me up with my dear "Rico." Since then I have been an adoption counselor, donor, foster parent and I spread the word at our PetSmart in Wilmington NC.
We go thru a very involved adoption process. Our goal in doing this is to make sure the dog gets to its forever home, the first time that we place them. This works, our return rate is slim to none. Some people who are not use to being interviewed like this for a dog, may think its a bit overkill...we find this works for us and the numbers prove it.
I recommend CPR to everyone.....They will always be a part of my life....
Over the last 10 years I have adopted 6 dogs from Carolina Poodle Rescue. Most were older adults and gave us years of love and left a void after their deaths. At present I have 3 younger dogs adopted from Carolina Poodle Rescue. When I decided to adopt other dogs, my dog of choice was My Dog Of Choice....no one steered me to a particular dog. I was free to visit all and make the choice of the one that would go home with me. One of these 3 poodles I have at this time , one is a breeder 's retired female. I was totally informed of the challenge she might be in rehabIng but I chose her in spite the challenge and I must admit it has been tough but it's working. Thank you CPR for rescuing her for me to adopt her. She is a jewel. If not for CPR my life would be void of so much joy.
I totally recommend Carolina Poodle Rescue to everyone I know and many I don't know personally. If you adopt from Carolina Poodle Rescue you get as much history on you new family member as possible. I am totally committed to this organization and it is the non profit organization of my choice above all others of which I have knowledge...bar none. Go CPR, making dreams come true for others.
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I first got my LORETTA from Carolin Poodle Rescue. She had been rescued from a mobile home along with 20 other poodles and poodle mixes. CPR took her in and cared for her until we completed the "adopter" application and passed the test as an approved adopter...they just don't give pets to anyone...CPR makes sure they are placing a pet in a loving home and caring family. Loretta was the most wonderful dog in the years she spent with us. Next, we got Patsy who was turned in after having been adopted before. You see, when you adopt from CPR you are required to return your pet to them in the event you release them...another requirement you must fulfill as an adopter. We lost Loretta and Patsy last year. Again we turned to CPR to fill the void in our home. Now we have wonderful Emmie Lou...neglected by her previous owner. Emmie Lou will not be my last adopted dog...when there is a another void in our family I will turn to CPR to fill the void. I know any dog I get from them has been thoroughly checked for diseases, spayed or neutered and fully checked by a veterinarian. I know what I am getting be cause Carolina Poodle Rescue does their absolute best in matching people and pets. Carolina Poodle Rescue is at the top of my charity list and we support them.