I had been having a lot of issues with local to me rescues as I’m young, a first time adopter, work in an office, and live in an apartment with obviously no fenced in yard. Muddy Paws, while not local, was amazing and their dogs bios were so incredibly helpful in finding the perfect dog for me and they don’t discriminate against those of us who have in office jobs and don’t own a home. They are responsive, passionate, and so so helpful for anything you might need or any questions. I highly recommend adopting through them and if I was local I’d definitely foster. My Ethan is perfect for me and just the missing piece of my life.
My Darby girl is a Muddy Paws rescue, and I’ve never been more sure it was the right choice for me. Ever since I adopted her in 2022, I’ve stayed connected to the rescue. I’ve participated in fundraisers like Pawtrait for Good and their Calendar Competition, and I’ve even started volunteering. The people who run the rescue are so inspiring, and their love for dogs and the community is evident. I’m so glad I found them and hope others do too!
I adopted Maxey in Nov 2023 from Muddy Paws. After a number of visits at their mobile adoption centers to meet various dogs, I found Maxey (and his brother Otis). I was nervous about adopting, but the people at Muddy Paws walked me through the process and Maxey's needs, patiently answering every question I had. Maxey has been one of the best decisions of my life. We're two years in and he has clearly brought my family closer together. Thank you Muddy Paws!!
I adopted my Sonny (Sidney) from Muddy Paws in 2023. They do an incredible job of vetting potential adopters and making sure both the dog and human are set up for success. Muddy Paws changed both of our lives (for the very best)!!
We fostered with Muddy Paws before adopting our beagle mix Ruby from them. They find the sweetest, most people and dog friendly dogs and we adore our pup. Fostering when them was also great. The dog was severely malnourished and they were really communicative with us and helped us figure out how much to feed her and how to help her increase weight. They were amazing!
We love Muddy Paws!! Our family adopted our first rescue dog from MPR in 2017. When she passed away years later, we knew our next dog would come from MPR as well. They do an amazing job helping people find the dog that is the perfect fit for them. You can tell that the care so much about each and every dog that comes into their care. I cannot say enough good things about Muddy Paws.
I have had my Muddy Paws rescue (Maroon) for a year. My Muddy Paws experience was great. All the team members I dealt with were helpful and caring. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to adopt a new family member.
Muddy Paws helped bring Betty into our lives! She was a recent mama found in Manhattan in the winter tied to the subway stairs without her puppies. Through Muddy Paws, we fell in love with her! Their amazing staff and fosters are the reason Betty is a part of our family, and we are forever grateful! They bring awareness to the cause, save countless lives, and unite these innocent babies with their forever families. I have referred many people to Muddy Paws. They deserve every support for the work they do in giving homes and love to these animals.
We adopted our dog Scout from Muddy Paws Rescue in 2018 and have since fostered, attended fundraising events, and connected with other MPR community members in NYC. MPR goes above and beyond for their dogs and their families, ensuring adopters are well-informed, matched to a dog who fits their lifestyle and experience, and supported even well bringing their dog home. We are grateful for their life-saving work and awesome community engagement.
I adopted my dog Addie from Muddy Paws Rescue in 2021 after hearing about them from a family member who had adopted from them in 2017.
The process to become a registered adopter was straightforward, taking about 2 weeks from the time I filled out the registration form, to being ready to adopt, but also incredibly thorough including a call with a volunteer to learn more about my preferences in a dog. Once registered, I kept a close eye on the website daily until I saw a dog I was interested in. After emailing the adoptions team, I received a response within a few hours and moved forward with scheduling a meeting.
Since it was during the height of the pandemic, meetings were being held virtually over zoom. Despite not meeting her in person prior to making a decision, I felt as confident as I could in my decision to adopt because the information from Muddy Paws was so thorough. I knew about her routine while in her foster home, and even had the chance to ask her foster questions about her schedule and behavior. While picking her up 2 days later, the staff and volunteers at the event made sure things were running smoothly, from giving her vaccines, to explaining the walking device that she had been using in foster care. It was clear that everyone I encountered cares deeply about the best interest of each and every pup that passes through their care and are genuinely invested in their placement and success.
Following her adoption, I heard from MPR several times, checking in to see how she was settling in, and I made sure to take advantage of the many resources they provide to adopters, including trainer recommendations. I couldn't imagine my life without Addie and I'm so appreciative to MPR for everything they did to bring her into my life.
I am so happy that we adopted our second dog from Muddy Paws and that we could finally and officially join the Pack! (I’m also a volunteer, but this was the first dog we adopted through MPR)
We found Lily through MPR, and the adoption process was so seamless. I’m a registered adopter and emailed as soon as we saw her online because we have been wanting to adopt a second dog to keep our anxious guy company. After setting up the meeting with our dog, we were confident that we had the right match. It’s been a year since her adoption day, and we are so thankful to MPR for making our furry family complete! Now these dogs are inseparable!
Muddy Paws Rescue is a wonderful dog rescue organization. I adopted my pup, Margot, in June 2018. Before adopting, I filled out the application process before even seeing Margot as I had wanted to be pre-approved when the time came. It was an easy process and I could tell that the health and well being of the dog was of the utmost importance. The person who interviewed me made sure I knew what to expect and also asked the questions that would be necessary to make sure I was ready for adoption. When I saw Margot, I knew she was the one for me. The adoption event was great, with lots of support for raising a new puppy. It's now been 4 years and Margot is just the sweetest, most loving dog I could have ever dreamed of and I have Muddy Paws to thank for bringing her into my life.
MUDDY paws changed our lives by bringing a furry friend into our home who wanted nothing but to be loved, and to give love back. MP runs a fantastic program, providing all the necessary tools and education for adoption, and makes sure to prioritize the pets first.
I can't recommend them enough!!
We adopted out pup from MuddyPaws and it was a truly wonderful experience. We were met by such kind volunteers at every turn. MudyPaws is extremely organized, and they were able to answer any of our questions. Would highly recommend, we love our pup!
My boyfriend and I adopted our sweet Emmy girl through Muddy Paws last fall. Everyone involved was so helpful throughout the process, and gave us so many resources to help us with the adoption. They walked us through the process, giving suggestions for how to handle the first few days, and which items we needed to check off our list (vet, license, microchip registration, training, etc). We even got coupons to use at the pet store to stock up on supplies for our new fur baby! I know a few others who have also adopted through Muddy Paws and they have all had similar wonderful experiences. I’m so excited that Muddy Paws was able to open their headquarters - we’ve been able to follow along on instagram and see all the new ways they can continue to help pups in need. I will forever be grateful to Muddy Paws for helping my Emmy find her forever home with us. (Photo is me and Emmy on adoption day!)
Muddy Paws are doing amazing work rehoming scores of dogs in the New York area that otherwise would be unwanted. Their network of staff and volunteers are second to none, and deserve all of our thanks and appreciation! We could not be happier that through them we found our beloved Buck, a rescue Labrottie from Alabama. Thank you Muddy Paws!
We will forever be grateful to Muddy Paws for connecting us with Bowie. He is the sweetest dog and the best thing that ever happened to us! Muddy Paws was so wonderful throughout the adoption process and we have continued to stay connected with them over the years. A truly wonderful organization!
i’ve always wanted to adopt a dog and once the pandemic hit and i was working from home, i knew it was the right time. every person throughout the process with Muddy Paws was so positive, informative and professional and they made the whole experience SO easy. I adopted my boy over a year ago and I couldn’t imagine a life without him. TY to muddy paws for your lifesaving work, you’re changing lives one adoption at a time!
We were quickly scheduled with a phone call to go over our application. We talked with a friendly volunteer and it felt like they truly wanted to connect us with our dream dog! We were approved and spent about a month keeping an eye on the available dogs posted to their website. Great photos were uploaded as well as descriptions. Finally cute Cheeto caught our eye and within 4 days she was home with us! The foster did a great job and we felt very informed about our future dog. Muddy Paws has been super communicative and has supplied tons of resources for us and we’re really glad to have adopted from them.
This is such an amazing organization and rescue! They made my experience a very special one and I appreciated how thorough they were in my adoption process. You can tell how much they truly care about these animals.
I had a great experience at Muddy Paws! We adopted the love of our life, a boxer mix named Goose. The process made us feel supported in our decisions, and we have plenty of resources to continue with.
Thank you!
I adopted my sweet boy Roger (fka Bandit) from Muddy Paws in May 2017 and it was the best decision of my life. They brought him up from a shelter in Alabama and tackled his medical expenses when he was diagnosed with heartworm. They were incredibly supportive with all my questions (and freakouts), providing information and resources. They inspired me to volunteer for them so I can help other dogs find their forever homes. As an adoptions counselor, I have a much better understanding of the tireless efforts that the staff and volunteers put forth in everything done. The dogs stay in loving foster homes until their right person comes along, and no expense is spared in getting them ready - from grooming, to trainers, to ongoing medical care. Muddy Paws is amazing in every way.
We adopted Banjo (FKA Izzy) from Muddy Paws in 2017. We spent months researching different rescue groups and reaching out to a few to apply only to never hear from them or finding the process so disorganized. It was pretty disheartening until we found Muddy Paws. The whole process from applying to be an adopter to finding our Banjo went really smoothly and they were so supportive throughout the whole process. And we love being part of #muddypawspack and always get so excited when we meet fellow muddy paws alums in our neighborhood. I've been so thankful for having Banjo in my life that I wanted to give back to Muddy Paws so became a volunteer with them in late 2018 and we've recently been approved to be a foster as well. They are seriously the best rescue organization!
Muddy Paws Rescue is hands down the best organization. I began fostering with them on a whim and pretty soon was fostering a tripod named Spencer. Spencer had been hit by a car and despite already having one hind leg amputated needed an additional surgery on his remaining hind leg. As I fostered him I had the opportunity to watch as the Muddy Paws team worked tirelessly to ensure that he had the best medical care despite the cost. They graciously paid for surgery, medication, rehabilitation and anything else he needed to be the strong and healthy pup they knew he could be. I decided to adopt Spencer and in the last year I have seen the benefit of all the hard work they put in. He is healthy and happy and can outrun any four legged dog out there! My experience was with just one of the many. They have helped countless dogs find their forever homes and through that have helped just as many humans find their best friend. Please consider donating to this amazing organization so they can continue to help more pups like Spencer.
We had a great experience working with Muddy Paws Rescue when we were adopting Hudson over 2 years ago. But what has impressed me more is their continued, ongoing support. We've had Hudson for 2 years and even still if we have any questions they are so quick to help us. They truly want their fur babies and their familie to be successful. We can't thank Muddy Paws enough for everything they do, and here's a photo of our handsome hound.
My husband and I rescued our first pup Meeko from MuddyPaws! It was the best experience. Rachael and the whole team are so awesome and helpful! They continue to answer all our questions! We have now rescued another pup Roman from them and they are the best of brothers! Highly recommend MuddyPaws Rescue!!!
I adopted a dog from Muddy Paws in September and they have been so supportive and helpful with both issues and concerns as well as forming a community of fosters, adopters, and volunteers. Lila (FKA Betsy Sue) and I struggled a bit at the beginning and Muddy Paws encouraged me to embrace the tough transition, find a trainer, enroll her in daycare, and they gave me ideas and recommendations for how best to adjust to life with Lila. I am confident that without their support, I would not have been able to provide Lila with the right resources for her (thank you for the daycare recommendation!!). I cannot imagine life without her, cuddling by my side, making me smile and laugh, and bringing joy to everyone she meets. They are transparent about their processes, what the adoption fees cover, and provide so many post-adoption resources to help with the transition. I love following other Muddy Paws pups to see them on their journeys, and Muddy Paws provides amazing care to the dogs from rescue through adoption. Lila makes me smile ever time I look at her and I have Muddy Paws to thank for that.
I adopted Molly Luna (fka Rowdy) this past December. Muddy Paws was wonderful throughout the whole process and beyond! Their "pack" has been a wonderful supportive community of fosters, adopters, and Muddy Paws members. I can not be more grateful to them for bringing my beautiful girl into my life!
We adopted our adorable young dog, Baby, from here and we couldn't be happier! She is perfect for us!! Everyone at Muddy Paws was very helpful and responded to us quickly. I had reached out to other rescues in the area and none of the other ones responded to my requests to adopt a dog (although one did respond to a request more than 2 weeks late!).
Don't hesitate to rescue from them!! I truly am grateful they helped us find the perfect pet.
We knew we wanted to work with Muddy Paws when they got an influx of Hurricane Harvey pups, and finally had the chance to adopt a dog from them! The entire process was easy and we were well taken care of. They really care about each and every dog even after they have left, which is incredible because they have had so many dogs come through their doors. I’m #muddypawspack for life
Muddy Paws is an AMAZING organization -- we adopted our dog two months ago and it's changed our life in the best way possible.
Every interaction with Muddy Paws was professional and caring -- you can easily see that the Muddy Paws teams wants the best for pets and families. They are quick to respond and answer any questions you have; especially great for folks like me who have never adopted a dog before.
We are so glad we adopted through Muddy Paws; they are doing amazing work, both as an organization and in the lives they are saving - and changing!
I adopted Nyx about two months ago and she is an absolute sweetheart. Muddy Paws was great with checking to make sure Nyx would be a good fit and responding to all my questions after I adopted her.
I own a Toy Australian Shepherd and began thinking he needed a buddy. I took my kids into NYC from NJ and we came upon the rescue van. We fell in love with Carson, a 6 wk old black lab cattle dog mix. He is sweet and playful and smart. He blended into our family immediately. He had ZERO behavioral issues and ZERO health issues. He plays well with my 10 and 12 year old children. We love him so much!
We had the best experience with Muddy Paws and feel incredibly lucky to have adopted Millie. The application process was straightforward, thorough, and quick. Rachael was responsive, communicative and very professional. As first-time pet-owners she prepared us for everything we would need on adoption day and set us up with coupons and recommendations that we've put to good use in our first few months with Millie.
Muddy Paws rescued Millie from a kill shelter in the south. Her paperwork said that someone left her there because she was "unwanted." We can't imagine how anyone could have not wanted this sweet puppy, but we are so thankful that she is in our lives.
Thank you, Rachael and the Muddy Paws crew for all that you do.
Muddy Paws is an amazing organization that deserves help & support across the board. we were so #blessed to find our pup through MPR - they were supportive, communicative, transparent, and truly are advocates for these pups. They believe in finding every pup the RIGHT home, not just ANY home!
We couldn't be more in love with our little guy and highly recommend MPR to all.
- Dana
We have nothing but great things to say about Muddy Paws. We took our pit/lab puppy home in December, and he is better than we could have ever imagined! Initially, we thought we'd need to work through a breeder for a puppy, before we realized how many dogs (old and young) need homes--there's no reason not to adopt when organizations like Muddy Paws are investing their time and love into saving, relocating and placing dogs of all ages with forever homes in the NY area.
As first time dog parents, the application process was smooth and straightforward. Though we were a little hung up on details at first (what is the breed like, what will their temperament be, should we be concerned about not meeting him first), we were reassured by their sweet description on the Muddy Paws site, the fantastic community of Muddy Paws rescues (check out their Instagram and Facebook), and the positive stories from other adopters.
Because there was a litter of 11 pups and some out of state adopters (like us), Rachael was extremely accommodating to make sure all of her adopters were happy with their match ahead of time (which is not usual protocol and definitely not an easy task!) We were also driving up from Boston on a very snowy day and Rachael eased the stress of our travel delay with her responsiveness and reassurance.
When we got our puppy, he was up to date with his shots, happy, healthy and well adjusted. We even got to meet his foster parents on the way out and get some tips on his training and personality.
You can tell they truly care about every animal they place, plus everything their adopters spend goes back into the health and well being of their rescues (not to mention things like covering transportation costs, operating costs, food, leashes collars etc.) The $500 upfront adoption fee (you get $100 back once your pup is neutered/spayed), was very reasonable, especially given that the money goes towards the future of other rescues and sustaining their mission!
Overall, we would highly recommend Muddy Paws and will be forever grateful for our new companion!
We got our 1.5 yr old Lab mix from Muddy Paws Rescue. Application process was quick and easy compared to other places. Rachel answered all of our questions and we were able to take him home right after meeting him :)
Thank you Muddy Paws!
Everything about our interactions with Muddy Paws has been excellent, and we absolutely love our new pupper Juniper. The application process was quick but thorough - I felt like the team really cared about where each dog was going and was looking out for their best interests, as well as providing exceptional customer service. I got a response within 24 hours, and we met Juniper the following weekend after her medical had been cleared. When we met her and the Muddy Paws team, everyone was very so kind and caring, and also juggling a huge amount of work with grace. We took her home that day, and felt very supported by the Muddy Paws team.
In addition to all of this, I had the pleasure of interacting with the Muddy Paws team again when getting Juniper spayed. MP provides the option to get your dog spayed/neutered with the ASPCA clinic for a MUCH lower price then vets, and Rachael was there to admit the dogs, answer any questions we had, and was there later in the day when the dogs were ready to get picked up. So supportive and caring for animals who have already found their forever homes. Thank you again Muddy Paws. All of the work you do is amazing and means so much to our family!
My wife and I were looking to adopt for about a year, but were reluctant because we have two cats. Rachael was very helpful about getting back to us, even during holiday season and was very direct with letting us know which dogs were available and allowing us to tell her our preference of dog on a litter so that everyone got the one they wanted. Thanks to muddy paws we now have our little buddy Ari, he gets along great with our cats, loves playing in the snow, and we are very happy to have him in our home.
Awesome experience. Quick but thorough, very friendly and clear. And they gave A+ care to Hugo -- that's the most important thing!
We had such a great experience adopting our dog, Sophia (formerly Maggie)! Our application was reviewed promptly and approved, and a few weeks later when reached out about a dog we liked online, we got a quick response from the ED and set up a time to meet her. We really appreciate that Muddy Paws houses its dogs with fosters who get to know each one and can point out personality traits. Sophia was a great match for us, but they have so many wonderful dogs. Highly recommended.
We had a great experience with Muddy Paws! We found our pup, filled out an application, and heard back promptly from Rachael, the executive director. After having submitted applications with other organizations that seemed to go into a void, it was so nice to get prompt responses and clear answers to questions. Sid was an abused dog and very fearful. Rachael updated us on how he was doing and prepared us for his condition. Everyone was kind and helpful when we went to meet him and it was reassuring to know that the people at Muddy Paws were not going to judge us if we thought we could not manage a dog with his background and that, in any case, he would be cared for. However, Sid was the dog for us and we are so happy to have followed through. He's amazing and every day we see new aspects of his personality. We could not be more grateful to have found Sid and gotten him so speedily. Thank you Muddy Paws!
Beth S. NY,NY
I started volunteering with MuddyPaws Rescue a couple months ago, after happening upon an adoption event during an early fall street fair in NYC. The night before my 2nd volunteer experience, I was browsing their site in order to learn about all of the adoptable dogs I'd be seeing at the event, and instantly fell in love with a bonded pair of cocker spaniels named Bruce and Daisy. Meeting them in person the next day only solidified my interest in making them a part of our family.
The application process was straightforward and conveniently completed online. I learned that I was approved for adoption within 48 hours, and we planned a meet and greet for that Saturday so that boyfriend could meet the pups before we officially decided to take them home. We were also able to get in touch with the foster parents that Bruce and Daisy had been staying with for their first week in NYC, which was incredibly helpful/informative and helped seal the deal for us.
The actual adoption went quickly and smoothly, with Rachael walking us through their medical histories before signing a little paperwork and being on our way! We are so glad to have found Bruce and Daisy, and can't thank MuddyPaws enough for bringing them into our lives!
We love Muddy Paws! We adopted our dog Pepper about 3 months ago and the staff was friendly and super responsive. We got to talk to the foster parents of our dog before hand so we could understand if he would be a good fit in our home. Everyone involved in the application, adoption and follow up has been friendly and easy going. What a great service they do saving all these puppies. We never would have met Pepper if we hadn't seen him listed on the ASPCA website and found Muddy Paws through there. Our adoption application was easy to finish, our references were checked quickly and we had Pepper in a week of seeing him online. We can't imagine life without him now and we are so thankful to Muddy Paws for bringing him to NYC from Kentucky!
Muddy Paws Rescue is a fantastic organization, and I say this from the perspective of a foster and an adopter. I’ve fostered for multiple local rescue groups over the past two years, and MPR is, by far, the most efficient, and the easiest to work with. Rachael and her dedicated team provide plenty of support, resources, and advice for their fosters, and most importantly, they respond quickly to any questions or concerns. I ended up adopting one of my fosters (a goofy 2 year old pit bull mix) in early October. I was only planning to keep her for a week while she recovered from kennel cough, but by the end of the week, I realized I couldn’t let her go. As with everything else, the adoption process was quick, easy, and informative. I’ll always be grateful to MPR for bringing Cleo into my life!
I had been looking to adopt for months, and on October 16th I went, yet again, to Union Square, walked in the truck with all these needy souls. My eyes met those of Jasper a 2 year old terrier from Alabama. I immediately walked to one of the volunteers Marie, and told her I wanted Jasper. We talked about the adoption process and she had me take Jasper for a walk, just feel the connection. Well the connection was instant: it was love, on my end he needed a home and on his, he needed someone who could replace his previous owner. We went through the protocol of adoption and within one hour, Jasper was my son. At first he was confused thinking "what is happening to me, where is my home and my dad, and my brother". I spent a sleepless night or two just to make him comfortable about the change. Over a period of weeks and love, and walks/runs, he knew he found his home and I knew I found my friend. Now, I have a lot to say to the volunteers: first thank you for putting time and effort in what you do every week. Second, thank you for Jasper, you made 2 souls extremely happy. God bless, and happy holidays.....see you around
My boyfriend and I recently adopted an adorable Chihuahua mix puppy from Muddy Paws. They were great with communications at all times, always have their website updated with new arrivals. Larry is now 17 weeks old and he is the joy of the home. He is smart, funny and such a happy puppy.
Thank you Muddy Paws for helping find new homes to all these dogs that deserve a chance to make a family happy.
Muddy Paws Rescue is such a wonderful organization! We adopted Bear a little over a month ago now and feel that our lives would definitely not be complete without him part of it! Adding a new family member from Muddy Paws was the best thing that has happened to us. Rachael at Muddy Paws Rescue was extremely communicative and was so great throughout the entire process. The foster parents at Muddy Paws are very hands on and really care for each and every pup. Bear came to us at 10 weeks old with such a good demeanor, already knowing some tricks like sitting for a treat, and just loving people, which we believe is thanks to the amazing care the foster parents provide. We feel very lucky, couldn’t imagine life without our new family member, and are extremely grateful for all the amazing work that Muddy Paws Rescue does!
Muddy Paws is an amazing organization. Thanks to their team I was introduced to my little southern girl Etta James. I've been entertaining the idea of adopting a pup for as long as I can remember, but I felt I was never ready- but then I woke up one morning and realized no one ever really does do they? I saw "Caitlyn's" photo posted and I was in love. The muddy paws team were so incredibly helpful leading up to adoption day, answering my emails so quickly. When I got to union square for the adoption event I saw her an immedialy knew I was officially a momma. The staff member who helped me that day was so patient and answered all my new mom questions. Thank you so much muddy paws!!!
Muddy Paws Rescue is a great organization. The staff were very friendly at one of the adoption events I saw while visiting NYC. I live in PA and became familiar with Muddy Paws while I came into the city to see a play. The staff at the event were very friendly and helpful in giving me information. They also provided me with online application information. The application process is very easy to complete. They are extensive with wanting to make sure a vet will be available upon adoption. They also request references which is standard for adopting an animal.
Once I identified which dog I wanted to adopt, I was given the foster mother's information. She was very accommodating and answered all questions about George. After my application was approved, the foster mother and I set up a day and time to meet and I was able to adopt George. He has been doing extremely well adjusting to my house and my two other rescue dogs. I highly recommend using Muddy Paws Rescue. Lastly, Rachael (Executive Director) is very helpful throughout the entire process. She follows up after the adoption to ensure everything is going well.
I waited over a year for a bull terrier because I would only rescue, not buy from a breeder. I filled out countless applications and each time was either turned down or lost the pup to another adopter. Muddy Paws picked me when they brought up a sad looking bully from Alabama. They allowed volunteers driving her up north to bring her to my home town to make it more convenient for me to adopt her. She is a perfect addition to our family and the bully I always wanted.
My sweet Lily (formerly Violet) has filled the void left by the untimely loss of my prior doggie- thank you, Muddy Paws!!
Thanks to Muddy Paws Rescue and the wonderful people who are a part of the organization, we have Mia who has filled the void we had for 2 years after losing both of our Dogs within 6 months of each other. Rachael and Mia's foster dad helped us to feel comfortable that Mia would be a good fit for our family and made the process easy. Thank you for what you do and for the lives you save.
Muddy Paws is such a great organization!!! Can't say enough good things about them. They helped me find the perfect pup to adopt and couldn't be happier with my decision. Five thumbs way up!!!
I could not be happier with this OUTSTANDING rescue organization! Rachael, Marni, & the volunteer staff are devoted & work tirelessly on behalf of their 4-legged clients. I checked out other shelters & rescue groups, but none were as responsive & skilled as Muddy Paws Rescue in getting dogs from high-kill shelters down south quickly into forever homes in NYC. They hold adoption events several times each week & there's opportunity to connect with those fostering the dogs. The application & adoption process went quickly & smoothly, & I'm a proud "failed" foster parent because I adopted the dog I was fostering (Lovey, previously Phoebe). I so highly recommend this organization that I now contribute to them on an ongoing basis so that they can continue their invaluable work.
Excellent rescue that found us our beloved puppy Rosie this August (2016). Very responsive, thorough, & quick to move through the adoption process.
We adopted our fabulous one year old pup Rosie from Muddy Paws. Rosie adjusted very quickly to city life, having come from Alabama a few months prior. She is so well behaved and great with learning/training- truly she just wants to please. We feel so grateful for Muddy Paws, who has incredible dogs. Their staff was helpful, considerate and respectful of ensuring both dog and family found good matches. Would definitely recommend them to anyone looking to adopt in the area.
My boyfriend and I were looking to adopt a puppy to add to our home this past fall. We looked at a couple rescue puppies online just to see what was out there and applied for a couple that were too cute to turn down.
We ended up finding our little guy through Muddy Paws and couldn't be happier! The application process was relatively short and quick but very thorough. Our references were checked immediately and we got to meet Kobe before bringing him home! Muddy Paws was very responsive via email to any questions we had throughout the entire process and even provides the next round of shots following adoption. MPR works hard to ensure all of their rescues end up in good homes. We're very happy with our experience and our new puppy, thanks Muddy Paws!
My partner and I lost our 13 year old yellow lab this past summer and were devastated. After some searching we put an application in for a puppy with Muddy Paws. Within a few days, we were contacted and approved. Brinkley came into our lives on August 27 and we are very grateful.
The crew at Muddy Paws made the transaction a breeze giving us all the necessary information.
Adopt with Muddy Paws Rescue!!
My husband and I had a great experience when adopting our dog from Muddy Paws. Quick response to our application (no crazy, insane hoops like other rescues we considered) and very helpful along the way, even after we got home with her. Thanks for saving our girl!
I love my pup! And am so grateful to Muddy Paws for being so fast to respond and getting the adoption process moving along (which was such a smooth one at that). If/when I'm ready to adopt again, MP will be my go to :)
We had a great experience adopting our wonderful lab Barksdale from Muddy Paws. The team was super helpful and informative and we were able to pick up our puppy at a convenient Manhattan location. Thanks Muddy Paws!
We adopted our sweet, loving, adorable dog thanks to Muddy Paws. We had a long conversation with the foster "mom" and Rachael answered all my questions. As far as I can tell, a loving place that gives a loving home to many animals.
Muddy Paws is a great rescue! I was able to pick up my dog the day after completing my application and everyone was so friendly and helpful!
We adopted our puppy Charlie from Muddy Paws back in August. The entire process went very smooth and we were able to pick Charlie up within a week of sending in an application. Everyone at the adoption event was great, friendly and knowledgeable. You can tell they really care about what they do. Muddy Paws provides you with a ton of resources to make sure you have a successful adoption experience.
I would highly recommend adopting from Muddy Paws.
We adopted our dog Jack from Muddy Paws and couldn't be happier. What I love about this organization is that the dogs that they are trying to find homes for are never in a shelter but are in foster homes until they find a permanent home. This I believe made a huge difference in us bringing Jack home and him adapting so quickly and being so loving. They also do a great job of following up and providing assistance where it is needed. If you are looking to adopt a dog this is the organization to work with.
Adopting with Muddy Paws Rescue was such an incredible experience! Every single person involved was extremely helpful and willing to answer any questions I had. I had been stopping by the Muddy Paws truck in Union Square every Saturday for a few weeks prior just out of curiosity, and then when I saw my dog, Bella (on June 30, 2016), I totally fell in love. The whole process of adoption was very easy and took about 45 minutes altogether from completing the application to signing the adoption papers. I have recommended Muddy Paws to all of my friends and colleagues if they're looking to foster/adopt, as the Muddy Paws team is so wonderfully passionate and really go above and beyond. Bella has added so much love and joy to my life, and the lives of everyone she meets, and I'm so grateful for MPR for bringing us together! @bella_boo_the_maltizu
Outstanding experience! We adopted our gorgeous Alex in July. The application, reference-checking, and adoption process couldn't have gone any smoother.
Muddy Paws' description of her was spot-on. Her foster parents - who I'm still in frequent contact with - clearly understood and loved her.
We're now obsessed with our silly girl. What a lucky pup to have been rescued by Muddy Paws -- and lucky us, too!
We adopted our puppy, Hattie (formerly Dilly) from Muddy Paws and had the best experience. They have been responsive, informative, and very helpful throughout our entire time with Hattie, from beginning to end. As first time dog-owners, they made sure we had what we needed to start off on the right foot. They are very passionate about making sure their puppies find the right parents and continue to make sure the dogs they place have a fun and love-filled home. I have wholeheartedly recommended Muddy Paws to many friends ready to get a puppy.
Muddy Paws is a fantastic rescue organization: organized, professional and driven by a sincere love for their dogs. We adopted our pup Emmylou (originally Jill) two months ago and we love her to pieces. They always have a huge selection of dogs and puppies of all breeds and sizes. Rachael, the founder/director, called my references and responded to my application within 24 hours. I appreciate that they're expedient but also thorough--they want to make sure they're sending their dogs to good homes. If you adopt a puppy too young to be spayed/neutered, they offer to do it for you through the ASPCA for $50 (hundreds cheaper than at the vet, and they did a great job). Rachael also checked in on us a few weeks after taking Emmylou home and is always quick to reply to emails and answer questions. I have friends who have adopted dogs through other organizations and have not had such positive experiences--Muddy Paws is the way to go!
Muddy Paws Rescue was professional from start to finish. We applied and about two hours later had all the information on the next adoption event as well as everything we would need to finish the application process in a timely manner. We adopted our dog, Biden, in less than a week but there were no shortcuts. They provided awesome information about neutering, doggie day care, and have checked in a few times since we took Biden home. We couldn't be happier!
Muddy Paws Rescue was thorough, quick, efficient, straightforward and wonderfully warm in helping my daughter and I add a new member to our pack -- puppy Dobby (like the house elf because of nose and big ears) -- to join older rescue dog Gus. We initially went to an adoption event to meet another dog, but when that puppy was not quite a right match, Rachael and Muddy Paws volunteers introduced us to Dobby. She caught our hearts and her foster was on hand to give us all the details about Dobby (daily routine, social interactions with dogs, food, sleep, crate, etc.) -- making for a very smooth transition (at least as smooth as one can make it at the puppy stage!). Count us big fans of Muddy Paws Rescue!
Rachel and her group of volunteers and organizers do a fabulous job! I adopted my dog Murphy ( Zeus) two months ago and couldn't be happier! She even finds time to follow up to check in us! If your looking to add a furry friend to your home...Go visit Muddy Paws, you'll be glad you did! Keep up the great work Muddy Paws your making a difference!!
Muddypawsrescue is a wonderful, responsible organization. Because of muddypaws we adopted the best dog.
We found muddy paws while looking for our second rescue dog. They were wonderful to work with! They were quick to respond to our application and made sure to check our references to be sure we were suitable to adopt. I even heard from them as a follow up after adopting just to make sure things were going ok We couldn't be happier with our little boy, and muddy paws made it a great experience from beginning to adoption.
We stumbled upon Muddy Paws at a street fair. They were the nicest, most compassionate, organization!
They care so deeply about rescuing dogs and making sure the dog and owners are the right fit. We adopted our puppy on the spot after filling out an application and they checked our references.
We were looking to adopt a furry family member and stumbled across muddy paws rescue by chance. we adopted our dog buster about 3 months ago and haven't looked back. Buster came from a high kill shelter in Alabama and when he arrived he was a little nervous and had a touch of kennel cough. The organization couldn't have been more helpful and when the cough didn't clear they were on hand with the medication that he needed. Rachel is excellent and has kept in contact to make sure that everything is going well and that buster had settled in. I would highly recommend this organization for anyone who's looking to adopt a new furry friend.
Having never gone through the process before I wasn't really sure what to expect but after talking to others who had rescued from various places I figured I would put in an application and wait weeks for a reply. I was completely wrong! Muddy paws reviewed my application within an hour and by the end of the day had called all of my references, they called me to verify that I understood the extra patience and care that would be needed to train Winnie because she's deaf and after speaking with them I could tell how much they care about the dogs that they have. I made the 3.5 hour drive that weekend to meet her and was able to take her home that same day after paying and signing paperwork. I spoke to many of the volunteers and even the shop owners where the adoption event was held and they all went on and on about Winnie and her personality! I can't imagine you see that level of love and devotion at many rescues or shelters. They made the process quick and simple and I can't praise them enough!
My boyfriend adopted a dog through Muddy Paws and I am the lucky recipient of getting to spend time with this awesome dog! MP is an amazing org. They were responsive throughout the adoption process and have checked in since to make sure everything was going well. I can't recommend them enough if you are looking for a furry friend. I'm sleeping next to this little buddy as I type this and my heart is full. Thank you Muddy Paws!!
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Oh man. I don't even know where to begin but I found Charlie (now Willoughby) on Petfinder.com, and contacted Muddy Paws the next day. Luckily no one had reached out about getting him and so I filled out the Muddy Paws application which was thorough but simple and inquired about meeting him. Within an hour or so, Muddy Paws had already done a background check and contacted my references and told me I could have Willoughby if I wanted, the following Sunday at an adoption event at Union Square. Needless to say I met Willoughby who was even better looking in person than in his pictures, and knew that I had to have him immediately. Getting a dog from Muddy Paws was one of the best decisions of my life and Willy is basically perfect. He came to us house-trained, dog friendly, human friendly and insanely adorable. He is brought me and everyone in my life so much joy. Muddy Paws was incredibly helpful, giving us guidelines for ownership, trainer and food recommendations, as well as providing all the necessary paperwork on Willy. I highly, highly recommend adopting them. It was one of the smartest things I've ever done! I'm infinitely grateful to them.
My boyfriend and I had a fantastic experience with Muddy Paws. The approval/application process was very efficient, and they were always available to answer our questions whenever we had any. We adopted our puppy, Avocado, from them at one of the adoption events 2 days after he arrived in NYC, and it's been the most rewarding experience we could have ever imagined.
I found a cute little pup through a Muddy Paws foster home. I applied and was approved within 24 hours! Though she was adopted before I could meet her, Rachael and her team introduced me to other adorable pups, including her sister and I fell in love!! I came to the adoption even with my fees and after a few quick signatures I was headed home with my new best friend! She was really well taken care of by her foster mom and we bonded really quickly. Kara and I thank you Rachael and Muddy Paws!!
Hi! I was lucky enough to adopt my dog, Bam. He was 2.5 months when I got him and the adoption process was both efficient and quick! When I was approved, I got to take Bam home a few days later. He is the best pup and I am so happy to have him in my life! Thanks, Muddy Paws!
We had an excellent experience adopting Ralph through Muddy Paws. He is a little champion and forever adorable. Thank you for making this process easy and for reaching out to us to make sure that our experience is a good one.
I had a wonderful experience with Muddy Paws Rescue ! I first reached out to the rescue about one of their pups I saw online , however that one had just been adopted. They gave me the option to put in an application and become registered with them, so when I saw one I liked I could reach out immediately. This worked out perfectly! My application was approved quickly- I even heard back from them before other rescues I had applied to WEEKS earlier! They set up a meet and great with the pup I had let them know I was interested in, and the rest is history! We love our girl and it is so nice they check in with us and see how she is doing. Everyone who was involved in our adoption process was extremely nice and accomodating. I have recommended this rescue to everyone I know!
Had a great experience adopting through Muddy Paws back in May! I saw them at a street fair near Lincoln Center and had to stop. immediately focused in on Gil (formerly known as Gunther) and fell in love. We adopted him that day and took him home with us. He is so sweet and gentle. He is great with people, kids and other animals (even our cat Rosie!) I highly recommend Muddy Paws.
Had a wonderful experience adopting through Muddy Paws back in April! I filled out an application one night, and was approved by the next afternoon. A few days later, I went to an adoption event to meet my new puppy, Piper! I got to meet and talk to her foster mom, and everyone at the event was so helpful and answered all my questions. My sweet girl is playful, smart, silly, and snuggly.
I totally recommend Muddy Paws if you're on the search for new furry best friend.
I love my new pup Farlo, and am thankful to Muddy Paws for bringing us together. They did a great job checking to make sure everything was a good fit. I appreciated that they "cat-tested" Farlo to make sure he would be safe around my cats. He is the sweetest dog!
I am SO in love with my puppy Coco. I adopted her from Muddy Paws about 2 months ago and I couldn't be happier. Because they foster all the dogs before they are adopted, I knew what Coco would be like before I took her home and was able to make sure I had the right dog to fit my lifestyle. I was so grateful to know that not only was I helping to rescue an amazing dog, I was also contributing to this incredible rescue organization.
We are so happy with Dolly, the terrier puppy we adopted in April, 2016! We found Muddy Paws through Adoptapet, filled out an online application, and got a call from Rachel that same day. We went to an adoption event, and the whole process was really simple and easy. Everyone was incredibly nice and able to answer all of our questions. We would absolutely recommend Muddy Paws to anyone looking to adopt a dog :)
Adopted my baby, Captain, from Muddy Paws Rescue and they were incredible to work with! Found them through Social Media and got in touch with them immediately regarding Cap. I was on the phone with the ED that day and at an adoption event the next. His foster mom and I spoke every day and all of my questions were answered immediately. I was pre-approved to move forward with the adoption process AND the staff was beyond helpful in accommodating a meet & greet between the dog that I already had at home and Captain before I took him home. They're wonderful, diligent and incredibly passionate about all of the animals they are trying to help find forever homes for. Highly recommend!!
I love Muddy Paws! I was very lucky to adopt my beautiful Charlotte from them in February 2016. She is an amazing dog and I'm so grateful that they pulled her out of the shelter and fostered her for three weeks so she could find her family. Everybody was amazing to work with, and I am constantly impressed with their social media posts regarding how many sweet pups they are able to find homes for. They are diligent about checking references, but they also know that getting dogs to people quickly is important. I would happily adopt from them again, and have gotten at least one person to adopt their dog from them. I'm amazed but what great work they've done in such a short time!
we found this review online and got approved to adopt within 2 days. We were not able to attend the first adoption event to adopt the dog we originally wanted but they kept in touch with us and we ended up being able to adopt an amazing puppy through them. Highly recommend!
I found Muddy Paws Rescue through Petfinder. I filled out an application online and received a response within a matter of hours, asking me to come to an adoption event the next day. I went and met my new BFF Stella Luna. Rachael was very thorough, going over all paperwork and Stella's feeding needs etc. She assured me that Stella was one of the sweetest dogs she has ever met, and there is not one person who has met Stella that would disagree. I am so so grateful to have found Muddy Paws, and that they brought my Stella up from Alabama.
In March I was using PetFinder to search for adoptable dogs and kept coming across cuties from Muddy Paws Rescue. After checking out their website and Facebook page, I went to one of their adoption events on a Saturday near Union Square. There was a huge crowd and all of the pups I was interested in were adopted! The following week I found another pup and submitted an application online. I was thrilled when Rachael called to tell me my application was approved, even though I was on a wait list for the pup because they received so many applications. I went to the next adoption event in Union Square and unfortunately wasn't able to get the pup I applied for. However, everything worked out as an adopted for another dog fell through and I got to take my Ollie home that day! Rachael provided me with a folder with all of his paperwork, including vet and microchip info, as well as some info sheets with helpful tips, and coupons and discounts to local trainers, walkers, etc. I'm so happy I adopted through Muddy Paws!
We adopted a beautiful teen mom (who we named Juno) from Muddy Paws about 2 months ago. The team at Muddy Paws was fantastic from beginning to end. They were diligent in checking with our vet and references, and providing medical history / other information at adoption. They even checked in from time to time in the month following to make sure everything was going smoothly.
There are so many sweet pups that need homes, and Muddy Paws is doing there part to find a better home and a fuller life for these sweet animals. We couldn't be more thankful for the work that they do!
After losing our beloved Rottweiler, we were really struggling with the decision and timing around adopting another dog. One day, we came across a posting from Muddy Paws for a pit-mix named Max and knew we just had to meet him. Muddy Paws was so prompt in responding to our questions and reviewing our application, and they were wonderfully sensitive to our recent loss. At the adoption event, it was readily apparent how much they loved each and every one of their animals. All-in-all, an organized, caring, and responsive rescue. We couldn't recommend them more highly.
We are so happy with our adorable chihuahua mix puppy we adopted in March, 2016! Dealing with muddypaws was terrific. They were caring and very professional. They even emailed our puppy's medical records when we lost our paperwork! Thanks muddypaws!!
Muddy Paws is a great organization to work with. They're very accessible with information,and quick to answer questions.
We are so thrilled with Abi, the pup we adopted. Rachel, and her staff made the process easy, and fun.
I can't say enough good things about Muddy Paws.
We discovered Muddy Paws through our favorite dog store, Doggy Style. We began looking for a dog a while back, but none of the ones we saw were the one for us. So, like any good parents trying to have a child we decided to just leave it up to fate...to stop trying so hard and when it's meant to be it'll be. On our way to brunch we walked down to Doggy Style and saw Muddy Paws outside with a handful of beautiful dogs. The moment I walked into the van and set my eyes on "Tanner" (now named Davis), he had been napping with his brother, but with sleepy eyes he looked right at me and I knew right there he was mine. When he was taken out so I could hold him before I could reach for him he put his paw on my arm, and that was it. He had chosen me back, and within 5 minutes we filled out the application. 30 minutes later we were taking him home. Everyone at Muddy Paws made the adopting process not only quick but very easy. Not only was the process simple but the staff is great! I would highly recommend going to Muddy Paws if you are looking to adopt or get involved with an animal nonprofit!
I lost my beloved Nippy Noodles on March 11th 2016 and I lasted five days before looking for a new friend to adopt. On March 19th, Harvey Noodles came home with me and I could not be happier with how everything went. Harvey was the only dog I applied for. I sent in my application Thursday morning and was called back on Thursday afternoon. I met Harvey on Saturday and he came home with me that same day. It was really comforting to have the whole process be as easy and stress-free as possible. Harvey and I were meant to be and I am so grateful to Muddy Paws Rescue for making it happen.
I'm writing this review as our new little family member, the sweetest little 10-week-old gray puppy you can imagine, naps next to me.
When my husband and I began the search for a puppy to adopt in NYC, we were a little overwhelmed and quickly disheartened. After "cattle call"-style adoption events, slow or no responses, and lots of disappointment, we started wondering if we'd ever be able to find the right pup.
Then we saw Grey (now Blanche) on Petfinder and immediately contacted Muddy Paws. Later the same day, we received a call from Rachael. The adoption meet-and greet-later in the week was wonderful- we got to spend plenty of time with our pup as well as the amazing foster mom she'd been staying with.
It's so clear that all the people on the team, as well as the foster families, are so incredibly dedicated to helping these pups thrive. Every question and email we've sent has been responded to quickly and graciously. We're so grateful to Muddy Paws for giving us the opportunity to add to our family!
We adopted a dog through Muddy Paws Rescue. We were incredibly impressed when we submitted an application for Dora and were approved only a few days later. Rachel made herself available for all our questions. Picking up Dora was an easy process. We're now happy dog owners -- Thanks to Rachel and Muddy Paws!