Animal Rescue Foundation
Categories: Pets Animal Shelters Local Services Community Service/Non-Profit Animal Shelters, Community Service/Non-Profit [Edit]
PO Box 34160RPO Westbrook
Calgary, AB T3C 3W2
(403) 243-1910
3 reviews for Animal Rescue Foundation
3 reviews in English
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Review from Lauren H.
9/25/2011 ROTD 10/3/2011
I am the proud owner of 2 ARF dogs. The are a wonderful organization that does a lot to rescue dogs and cats and also limit the stray population in and around Calgary.
They do have a bit of a process to go to to adopt but its worth it. They want to make sure the right people get the right dogs for them. I love that they have a trial day with the dog you are interested in so you can really get a feel for how the dogs will fit in with your life (family, home, schedule etc) before making a full commitment.
They are powered almost completely by volunteers and have done some pretty amazing things with very little funding. Want a pet? Check ARF out. -
Review from Jenny W.
Calgary, AB
1/13/2012
They rescue animals, so how can you NOT like them?!!? I didn't like, however, that this group didn't support the type of training or philosophy I pursue with my own pets so instead of allowing me to provide temporary housing for one of their dogs I got a lecture from one of their volunteers when I inquired about volunteer opportunities. I now volunteer with another group that's not so polarized and is focused on the goal of getting dogs adopted.
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Review from Nathalie G.
Calgary, AB
11/2/2010 2 photos
After a bit of research and the realization that the cost of a breeder dog was exorbitant, we decided to rescue. We looked at a couple different options and finally settled on ARF.
ARF spends each Saturday afternoon between 1 - 3 pm at Pet Smart near Chinook Mall. Before starting the adoption process, we decided to visit them here to get additional information as well as to meet a couple of puppies that we had our eyes on from their website.
They have a very stringent selection process which - as first time dog owners - we appreciated. They won't just let you adopt a dog because you want one. They will ask you to visit the dog, they will interview you, they will spend time with you and the animal to see how you are with them. They will come to your house to ensure it is safe for pets. It may sound a bit elitist but the people at ARF truly have the dog's best interest at heart. Most of the dogs are rescued from rural areas and reserves around the city.
Once you have adopted the dog, the support continues from ARF - you are provided with 6 weeks of training lessons. There are also periodic phone calls from ARF to see if everything is ok or if you have any questions or concerns with which they may help.
All dogs from ARF are spayed or neutered prior to adoption.
I would highly recommend adopting a rescued dog from ARF.
