I had no idea when adopting a kitten from ASPCA that they wouldn t advise me properly on how to best ensure socialization, and when we returned today with him because of behavioral issues their recommendation was to kill him or pay $400/session for a behavioral veterinary specialist.
PLEASE be careful when adopting from the ASPCA in our experience it seems that they don t know what they are doing by allowing single kittens to be adopted out before they are properly socialized. The ones who pay most dearly are the innocent kitties.
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ASPCA is an amazing organization. What they do for animals does not recieve enough recognition. The facility is nice and the staff was very friendly. They had a good amount of animals and a decent variety. If I wanted to adopt an animal, I'd definitely come to the ASPCA.
I had the best experience adopting from the ASPCA on the upper east side. Amazing and knowledgeable people helped me find a wonderful addition to my family. We love our new kitten (adopted on 10/31/15) and are forever grateful to the ASPCA!
Wonderful place to adopt a pet! The ASPCA adoption center is excellent. First, it's sparkling clean, and the cages where the pets (in my case, cats) are kept are well maintained. I went there 3 times before I made a decision -- there were so many kitties that I was overwhelmed with choice. I finally chose a 1-year old cat (kitten?) who was actually in the main floor enclosed area with many cats and no cages. The staff takes a detailed history of the prospective owner to make sure the pet is in good hands, and they have a fairly detailed report on the adopted pet, including history of shots and behavioral issues (if any). The follow-up by email was very welcome, and in fact, I ended up speaking with someone a month later to discuss some behavioral issues and how to deal with them. My recommendation is to go on a weekday, since it is generally quieter and you don't have to wait long for a volunteer to take you to where the cats (or dogs) are. All in all, the ASPCA does a great job and you will know a great deal about the pet you decide to adopt.
The facility and staff are amazing. The staff really want to help animals that are in need. When you are ready to adopt they do a short interview to match you up with the right pet. I adopted a cat and the whole process was seamless. The doctor and staff answered all of my questions and addressed my concerns. I wish i could help more of the animals. I would recommend anyone who wants to rescue a pet to come here.
THIS PLACE NEEDS TO BE MORE ORGANIZED!! I came into this place all the way from the Bronx looking forward to adopting a kitten. At first, I called the desk for some information about how to go upon adopting one and if there were any kittens available for adoption. The lady said sure, their all ready for adoption, up to date with their vaccinations and their all spayed /nuetured. So I head all the way down to this place, the place is very clean, and the staff is very friendly. I sat down filled out some papers, spoke with a volunteer, then she took me upstairs for the tour. So we entered a small room and there were a bunch of kittens their. But next thing you know the volunteer comes up and tells me most of them are being put on "hold". Only one that was available were two black kittens (that weren't too friendly) and one cute black and white one named "Kit". I wanted kit, but the lady comes out and tells me it needs to be nuetured first so were gonna have to put him on hold for you. As pissed off as I was, we calmly left the room and headed back downstairs. Next thing you know another volunteer comes up to us and says which one are u going for the black and white one? And we said yes, then this volunteer lady comes out and says that Kit was already put on hold because someone already came earlier and placed it on hold first. I WAS FURIOUS! next thing you know the volunteer lady comes out and says "oh well ur going to have to be put on second hold, if the person doesn't come to pick up the kitten within the 48 hours, we will give you a call. Then I had to leave because the volunteer lady seemed to be having a little bit of an attitude. THESE PEOPLE NEED TO BE MORE ORGANIZED! TOO MANY CONFUSION AND VERY LITTLE COMMUNICATION!!! VERY DISAPPOINTED WITH THIS PLACE!! PLUS THE PRICES ARE EXPENSIVE TO ADOPT!
Got my fiancee and I a kitten for Christmas. He is honestly the most adorable thing ever. Was a quick and easy experience. Very clean. Well maintained. Would return.
Those ads with sad, hopeless animals, that are in serious need of a loving owner, are all videos taken from their facilities... Really aspca? Is that how you rescue animals??
Just adopted a pair of cats from this location and the staff was very helpful. They made recommendations to me based on my living situation and I went home with two new friends. It was a pleasant experience and the adoption fee was reasonable as well.
What I liked most is that they insist on bonded pairs being adopted together and not separate. I would recommend coming here.
If you are ever feeling down and want to know what the best of humanity feels like, head to this ASPCA. Big smiles, warm hearts, devotion to the animals they adopt out marks this place. A special kudo to Eileen, who also manages an ASPCA adoption truck. All this stands in contrast with how so many of us look out all the time for number one. It didn't hurt, either, that I was able to adopt a cute kitten, Tiger, who is well on his way to become the love of my life.
I had a great experience adopting a kitten! The volunteer let me spend 2+ hours looking at every single cat. Once I chose the cat, I was able to talk to a behaviorist to make sure it was the right cat for me. Then even though they were backed up and I almost couldn't process the adoption that night, they ended up squeezing me in, which I really appreciated. They provided a free collar and identification tag and I was able to buy very cheap treats and toys and they gave me free samples of the food he was on. My cat is adorable and sweet and I have called back to ask questions and the staff has been so knowledgable. Definitely recommend!
My super pug, wasn't so super when he jumped and landed the wrong way. We took him to an ER in Boerum Hill, was Miss informed, took my pug to ASPCA WAS VERY NERVOUS, waited a long long time. But it was with it. Left there with a smile. The staff is very friendly, and patient! Thank you ASPCA!
Where I got my pup its a great place to get a pet ,they treat there animals in great condition I left a $100 donation,not saying you should but if its a good place then we should help keep them open
I would like to thank the ASPCA organization for organizing the pet truck in my area. The staff was helpful and caring to my puppy and I am grateful for that. Ten days after my pup pup got spayed she is back to her normal self! Great job!
Nice clean facility and they look like they really take care of their animals. Only complain is the disorganization at the security desk and thr lady who have me my paperwork was not so pleasant. The volunteer who showed me around was very friendly and they consider your living environment for best fit. Plus i like the fact that you can call about behavior questions at any time.
They are more expensive then private clinic,they would let my little puppy to die because i dont habe money,thanks god and to another sog clinic in the city who helped me and my dog,aspca is all about to take your money they dont care for animals ,i never gonna donate them any money in my life
I love this place the doctor was so nice to my corgis Phoebe and Oakley. they were loved and taking care of. If I can give them beyond unlimited stars I would!! Doctor Olivia was a doll!! She is such a doctor doctor!! I do recommend this place if you want good service.
I never went to the ASPCA before and all the commericals I have thed was amazing and the so much wacthed and thes o much times that i have called them. My school the Children's Storefront is going to give the ASPCA money that the fifth graders came up with.
Extremely difficult to get in touch with these people. Not surprised tho, to be expected with these agencies. They never return phone calls and after nearly 2 weeks of trying to get in contact, none of my information was registered in their system.
After having adopted two cats five years ago in ASPCA I will never, ever, come back to this place. They euthanized a young and healthy dog I wanted to adopt, for VERY dubious reasons. I am in shock. I have had dogs my entire life and I know what I am speaking about. Cruelty. Animal Care Center is much more ethic if you compare. They would have never killed this dog.
5 Stars is for the Dr who looked after Lola and kept her till she was strong enough to come home. She kept me updated with her health and how she was doing throughout the day. I can't thank her enough for helping me out with the funds that I didn't have to help save my Lola. As for the staff in the front desk they're very rude very unprofessional. The type of people they need at the front desk are people who greet you with a smile when you come in and have a people person personality someone who loves their job not just work to get a paycheck. They make you think twice about going back or referring anyone to this location.
Stressful and painful experience that I pass I do not recommend this place to anyone good, at least poor people with very few economic resources like me because I live in the Bronx NY and after seeing several animal hospitals and my dog his testicles burst or his scrotum was opened a great erida and he had very bad in these places that I took him after seeing them let me know that I was not in good economic condition, I did not have much money because I am disabled but If I could get a payment plan because I was in the best position to pay them after seeing the condition of my dog, they recommended me to go to ASPCA and what if they could help me because they didn't make a payment plan and they couldn't I can hardly help. I am going to ASPCA. I arrive at 9 am at 1 pm. They call me and see the condition of my dog. They told me that his condition was very serious, but when I let them know my financial status, everything changed and they said that I could not. ian assassinate the dog because I did not send doctors who had to bring the dog in 6 days later because it was Friday, Tuesday, July 4 or they are not open until Wednesday, I ask you please look at my dog, he is very bad, because You say it yourself and their answer was that since he was not dying that they could not do anything. He asked him if they can give me an appointment so in case the dog arrives alive until that day, at least I don't want to go to Vanao, I will take him to that place since I live far away, and his answer was that this is not his problem. q they can not do that q I will try to be there before 6am because they only serve about 20 or 25 people and nothing else if I was not among that q went the next day and so on until I got there. It only remains for me to say that the place is very nice but the people who work are very bad and do not grab their heart work they are not for the well-being of our pets
Frauds!!!! Prior to my recent visit I never had an issue with ASPCA. I even adopted a cat 4 years ago and visited this location many times afterward, however I am now completely convinced that ASPCA has shady business practices and an uncerterfied medical team. About a week ago I came in looking to adopt a dog, after a tour of the available dogs I found one that would be a good fit for my family. Prior to signing any paperwork I requested a medical consult after being told that the dog has "a medical condition". I waited a half hour before being brought upstairs to speak with the "vet". I asked this woman a list of questions including if the illness was manageable for a working class family and if the dog needed immediate treatment. She assured me that the illness was simply a non serious condition which did not require immediate treatment and the dogs lethargic behavior was just a personality trait and had nothing to do with the condition. After speaking with her and having the behavior specialist confirm everything that the "vet" told me I decided to sign the paperwork. Being a first time dog owner I trusted that this reputable company would be forthcoming with adopters however this was not the case. Within a week the dog was not eating barely drinking water and her lethargy increased severely, I knew immediately that something was wrong. I took her and the medical records provided to a vet in Westchester and discovered that the ASPCA did not perform necessary testing to confirm the diagnosis and the medical report was inconsistent and contradictory to what they told me. The vet in Yonkers further told me that the dog's behavior was abnormal and not a personality trait and further testing would need to be done. After hearing this I went to the ASPCA and complained, the staff didn't care and was unapologetic. Why are you priding yourselves in being saviors for these animals but withholding vital information just to have them adopted, it hurts not only the animals but the potential adopters who have to return them because of your company's dishonesty.
I went there with my dog that just came out the hospital they ask me if I have money cause it would cost me 4,000 to help my dog and I was told from the hospital in Brooklyn all they had to do was check him and give him some meds to take home they said there sorry but they can't help me if I have family that can take out a credit card call care credit this is the worst place ever they look at you and pick who they want to be seen and taking care of I really hate the A.S.P. C. A
We came in close to closing but everyone was extremely friendly and welcoming. There weren't a lot of dogs available at the time, but the woman took her time to give us a tour of the facility and providing the personality of the dogs available and what they knew of their history. The facility was very clean and you can tell the staff really cares about the animals.
My partner and I adopted our first kitten a year ago from the Upper East Side ASPCA. The experience and the kitten could not have been better! Amazing disposition, litter box trained from day 1, & fit right in with my older cat (BFFLs now). The staff was super helpful, patient, and efficient. I received a free vet coupon for follow up shots, kitten had hurt her paw playing a week after coming home, the vet was super sweet and helpful. Did not feel like she was trying to make me spend excess money or scam me into medication. I highly recommend ASPCA for both adoption and vet visits.
I love this animal hospital. I've brought both of my cats on multiple occasions for different issues and have always been taken care of. Vets have all been fantastic and I even had one of the vets call me several days later to follow up.
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