My Nonprofit Reviews

I first encountered Lend A Helping Paw Shih Tzu rescue via Facebook, years ago before it was an official not for profit organization. I discovered them through mutual Facebook friends, as we shared a love of the breed, due to each of us owning, or should I say being owned, by a shih tzu. From the start, I was impressed with Malini, and her love and passion for the pups she helps. From day one, she has shared her knowledge, through research, trial and error, and consulting with experts, how to best care for these animals. When the formal designation was granted/earned, the organization has continued to be open and transparent as to where the funding goes. I 100000% appreciate the transparency - unlike other organizations out there, 100% of the donations received goes to the care of the dogs that are loved and cared for, until their adoption, or they are forever/hospice dogs, who are given the best care until they cross the rainbow bridge. There is no overhead that takes a percent of the donations - 100%, every last dollar, is for the care and support of these precious souls, who may are quick to give up on, due to their age, or health. Not Lend A Helping Paw Shih Tzu Rescue - they take the babies that no one wants - the old, the sick, the blind, the "difficult", and they work tirelessly to bring them back to health, to work on their behaviors, to find them the perfect forever homes. I appreciate that they take time to find the perfect fit for the babies, to ensure they are placed into loving, caring homes that understand their needs and work to ensure they live long, healthy, happy lives. They do not adopt dogs out to just anyone interested, showing a true love for the animals whom they protect. I have been a supporter of this org for these reasons, and I plan to continue to support them. They truly do what is best for the pups in their resuce, and I am thankful to them everyday for the patience, love, and care they show these poor babies, who have no one to fight for them.

If you are looking for a “typical” rescue, this may not be the one for you. Lend A Helping Paw Shih Tzu Rescue is a truly one of a kind rescue, where 100% of the donations go to the care of the dogs. This rescue does not rush through the process, turning out or placing dogs in any old home. This rescue takes the time to ensure the medical needs of the pups are met, and takes the time, care, love, and devotion to find each pup their perfect fit for their forever home. Their needs and personalities are assessed to make sure they are placed with families that understand and will provide them with their best lives. Lend A Helping Paw takes in the old, the sick, the “last chance” pups that no one wants, and provides them with a chance to live their best life, or for those in their hospice care, a final loving home, where they will be cared for and loved as they deserve. I am grateful to all this rescue does for the pups, and will continue to support them wholeheartedly and without question.

It’s so awesome to see a rescue that is dedicated and specific with truly caring for the animals and finding the best home for the pups, vs any old home to turnover numbers. Lend a helping paw truly puts the needs of the pups first, giving them the best possible care and ensuring they are emotionally and physically ready to be adopted out. The care is genuine, and touching to see.