Fuzzy Feet Dog Rescue

My husband and I adopted an under-​socialized but non-​aggressive very large older Airedale Terrier Mix we named Onslow from the SD Oceanside Humane Society. After almost a year of very slow improvement in his happiness, we decided to seek out a social butterfly to be his companion. Because he’d had nearly a lifetime of bad treatment, I kind of felt it was our duty to make it up to him as much as possible. I happened to come across Fuzzy Feet while surfing local rescues online. The Humane Society was fine but adopting from other Rescues helps them help even more abused and neglected dogs. We liked the fact this rescue’s volunteers basically dedicate their lives to rescuing dogs in Baja and locally plus show up weekend after weekend to find them homes. I felt that the very least we could do is see if we can give one of them a home. So we dropped by their weekend Petsmart event without our dog, but weren’t able to find one that we ourselves clicked with. I continued to web surf but my goal was to find a Fuzzy Feet dog. Finally there was a fostered one who seemed perfect. Of course when I asked to meet her, the foster family realized how perfect she was and decided to keep her. Jim suggested I drop by his home and he pulled out Miss Social Butterfly herself, Lydia, a small Pit Bull Mix. Well, I have to admit I wasn’t keen on any semblance of a Pit Bull. It was evening and she didn’t look like much even in the dark. But my big, lanky 75-​lb bashful boy seemed rather smitten. For him, that was kind of like seeing someone wake up out of a coma. Jim, with an expression of suppressed excitement on his face like he knew something I didn’t, offered to let me take her home and bring her back if it didn’t work out. So I called my husband hoping he’d say No in our joint decision-​making on who to add to our household. I talked Lydia down as much as I could with Jim standing right there, but my usually perceptive husband surprised me with a Why not, let’s give little Miss Not Particularly Pretty Even For a Pit Bull a try. Sorry, but I’m not a fan of Pit Bull looks at the best of times, nothing to do with their erroneous reputation these days. But Lydia had literally come out of the yard’s gate in a straight beeline to me, jumped up, showered me with affection and clearly asked Where’s your car, come on, let’s go! So I knew that once she was in my car, who was I kidding, it was a done deal. After a short walk so Onslow could become even more enamored with her even though she pretty much ignored him, she jumped in the front seat of the car as if she loves car rides. I later learned she hates cars and throws up almost every time even after I give her dramamine. As I drove off with my hand on the stick shift lever of my manual car, she rested her chin on my forearm and kept it there while gazing up at me adoringly despite all my gear shifting. I groaned in resignation. I got her home, turned on the house lights and was unsurprised to find she was even less pretty under full lighting. It’s been 3 years now and Miss Daisy, formerly Lydia of Tijuana, gets as much adoration everyday from her humans and Onslow as she gives out which is a huge amount. I have to admit that not only Onlsow is much happier since we got her but so are my husband and me. Ironic and unexpected. Plus I now adore Pit Bulls! I just sent Fuzzy Feet our annual tax-​deductible donation as thanks for bringing us Daisy and doing what they do every single day.

Bailey was put to rest Sunday May 17, 2015. Distemper. She was supposed to have been vaccinated in February for this. We had her a month and the last 10 days she was sick and came down with distemper. Fuzzy Feet offered to refund the adoption fee but we have not heard back from them. If Fuzzy Feet would have been honest and said they did not vaccinate her we could have paid to have her vaccinated at our vet. this poor little six month old died when it could have been prevented. We made her comfortable for the time we had her.

I’m going to be the stereotypical unhappy reviewer and say that if it were possible to give zero stars, I wholeheartedly would. I adopted my dog outside of the PetSmart on Murphy Canyon Road back in September. She was a little shy at the event, but honestly, most dogs there were. When conversing with the volunteers, all of a sudden several of them began insistently asking me how many children I had, repeatedly. When I told them I had none, the subject was completely dropped without explanation. I thought it was a bit weird at the time, but figured hey, this was a reputable business, right? WRONG. About a month after adopting her — plenty of time to get attached, of course — I had guests over. As you’d expect, I was shocked to see my dog growling and snapping at my guests, a trait that Fuzzy Feet NEVER told me about. Fuzzy Feet was contacted (via email) about this. I was told that at the event they «explicitly told me» my dog has behavioral problems and that I just must have been too emotional during the time of adoption to pay attention to what they said. Thankfully, I have a good memory. I responded, telling them exactly what they did — and did not — tell me about her, after which Fuzzy Feet changed their tune and decided that they «could have done a better job conveying her behavioral issues» to me (except earlier they were soo convinced they had been explicit with me).
Given that they admitted they knew she had behavioral issues, her online profile was a blatant lie for anyone else who was interested in her. It claimed that she was good with adults, good with dogs, and good with children. Clearly, she was NOT good with adults (according to Fuzzy Feet, they meant she was good with adults she knows; how anyone is supposed to know that without explanation on their site beats me). On top of that, she is horrible with children; she does not like them AT ALL. Which explains why they were so adamant about asking about my child situation, yet her profile says otherwise. On top of this, my contact with Fuzzy Feet after discovering her issues was less than stellar: I was treated condescendingly, rudely, and as though the entire situation was MY fault. I feel like these words are not strong enough to convey they betrayal I feel by this company, but I DO NOT RECOMMEND dealing with this untrustworthy company, ever.

Although we have not been in the position to adopt, my kids and I make trips up to the Murphy Canyon PetsMart every weekend and have spent a significant amount of time with this group (giving some extra love and helping socialize the pups); we also know several neighbors and friends that have adopted through this group over the last year. So, it’s safe to say that we’re very familiar with the owners and volunteers of the group, the dogs they re-​home, and the type of work that they do. During this time, we have seen first-​hand and heard nothing but great success stories and positive experiences.
Jim and Susie selflessly dedicate the better part of every single Saturday and Sunday to finding these dogs homes. I don’t think I’ve seen them miss a day yet in all of the months… years… that we’ve know them. They’re honest with potential adopters about «issues» with certain dogs (excessive barking, high energy, house training, large size for growing puppies, etc.), not to mention taking in some of these dogs and giving them a chance at a better life to begin with.
All rescues do things differently, with some requiring a much longer and more expensive process. This particular group is focused on doing things as efficiently as possible so they can save as many dogs as possible from situations where they will likely die. These people are sent from heaven to do the job that most are not willing to do. The proof is in the amazing stories of lives being saved… the dogs being given a second chance, and the new owners finding their fuzzy footed soul mate.
If/​when we’re in the position to take in a new family member, we will go through this rescue without a doubt. Before you look elsewhere, go visit the group outside of the Murphy Canyon PetsMart on weekends. Spend some time getting to know the group and dogs, foster if you can, then make the judgement for yourself.

I got my baby 2 ½ years ago. She’s a special dog with so much love. I’ m glad that Fuzzy Feet Volunteers dedicate their lives to give dogs a second chance. Thank you

I’ve been working with FFDR for over a year and a half now and have had a really good experience. I fostered a bunch of dogs with them before I finally gave in and adopted Tootsie. I still volunteer at the adoption events most weekends.
They have plenty of puppies and a lot of great adult dogs. I’m tempted to take another one home every week.

Fuzzy Feet Dog Rescue is truly doing the work of angels on Earth! They make it easy to check out your new dog and even encourage you to take them home as a «foster pet» on a weekly basis to make sure that you have a good match if you don’t feel that you are ready to adopt on the spot. The dogs are spayed/​neutered and ready to go. The paper work is clear and they walk you right through it. I was so happy to find my darling miniture poodle without having to go to the pound or the Humane Society.

This is the strangest encounter with a rescue I’ve ever dealt with. We met them outside a pet store and was interested in an older pup. We wanted to make arrangements for our dog to meet and the people in charge (Jim?) insisted that was impossible, if we wanted the dog ($ 175) we had to buy and take on the spot. They don’t do a home check, proof of home ownership, landlord approval or any preliminary info. They only care about collecting the money and not where the dog will end up. We left there feeling like it’s a puppy mill disguised as a rescue group.

This rescue actually picked up the phone when I called unlike the 5 others I tried to reach out to. Hence — the two stars.
I told them I had a 9 month old puppy that was given to me as an owner surrender from a friend and was told: «That’s not a puppy that’s a dog.»
He then said they are full and can only post the dog on their website.
Well gee, thanks. I can do the same.

My husband and I saw Fuzzy Feet Rescue three weeks ago outside a local pet supply store. We locked eyes on one adorable beagle/​doxie mix puppy and knew we had to bring her home.
Jim and Sue were very informative about what to do in the event the pup became ill, but she has been the picture of health! I actually expected her to have kennel cough as it is very common in dogs that are in groups, but she did not.
We had the best experience adopting our little Shelby from Fuzzy Feet. I have adopted from other rescues over the last several years, but based on this adoption, I will definitely contact Fuzz Feet first if we decide to add another pet.
Shelby is the perfect addition to our family and adjusted so easily to our home and other dog. Thank you so much Jim & Sue. Keep up the great work helping all those great dogs find homes!

I adopted my dog becca from fuzzy feet. about a month after I noticed she had a strange bump around where she got spayed. I took her to one of fuzzy feet’s vets and they took care of the charge to get her fixed!

I’ve been involved in volunteer work at local animal shelters and dog rescue for more than twelve years. Whenever I’ve tried to foster animals through rescue, the people have driven me insane. One lady brought a Cocker Spaniel for me to foster late at night. The next morning, I realized that the dog had rotting flesh all over his back end that stunk up my house. I was sent to a vet near the border and the visit was paid for, however, the lady refused to pay for the meds. She said she had them on hand and would bring them to my house. She never came and my daughter and I ended up eating our meals on the porch in the rainy weather because the smell in the house was so bad. She considered me a trouble maker because I kept calling her for the meds, and «black listed» me in the industry.
Needless to say, I didn’t foster for a rescue again until I met Jim and Susie from Fuzzy Feet. The dog I fostered had kennel cough which is typical with dogs that are kept together. Shelters deal with it on a consistent basis. Jim and Susie got me the medicine right away and the dog is fine. I even decided to adopt her.
They put their money where their mouth is and back you up as a foster mom all of the way. They make sure that I have enough food to feed the dogs and it is one of the few – the only, actually – dog rescue that I trust. Jim and Susie are very dedicated to the animals and it is a nice thing to see when so many people sell animals out at every opportunity.

I adopted my dog from them a year ago. The first week I had her she was vomiting and had a growth on her back. I emailed Fuzzy Feet and they responded right away with the contact information for their vet. I brought my dog in, the vet checked her out, gave me medicine for her, and drained whatever it was on her back. I didn’t have to pay for anything. The guy from FF emailed me to check on her and assured me I could bring her back to the vet if she continued to vomit or the growth came back. I was impressed with how FF responded to the situation and I couldn’t be happier with my dog.