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May 2024 by Kendra Krishnan
Lcal is a sinking ship. Current leadership values policy and black and white rules over what is best for the dogs and the families that love them. Let me tell you my story as an 8 year supporter of lcal.
We adopted our first dog (a boxer) through the founder, lisa (who is an absolute angel) in 2016. We loved our dog deeply until she passed away in 2022. When she passed, I started volunteering weekly with the rescue, walking dogs, trying to fill the void that my dog’s passing left. I learned more about rescue and started fostering dogs through lcal. We took 4 foster dogs from intake through adoption, one of the fosters staying with us for 6 months! I also attended adoption events with these fosters, donating hundreds of hours promoting the rescue. I attended fund raisers, donated supplies and cash, and supported the lcal thrift store. I was invested in the mission.
In December, I told the foster coordinator that we are looking for a dog to permanently add to the family, ideally a boxer between the ages of 2-5. I would send her listings from shelters, and she would explain why each dog was not going to work for lcal to pull for me. I appreciated her advice and was waiting patiently for a right fit. When she texted last week asking me to foster a boxer, Tyson, I was overjoyed! I expressed to her that we would love to and that we would hopefully adopt Tyson. Unfortunately lcal decided to advertise him on social media the next day and quickly got multiple applications from well vetted adopters. We were told on a Sunday (after having tyson for 4 days) that we needed to decide by Monday if we wanted to adopt. Otherwise he would go to a meet and greet on Wednesday and likely be adopted. On Monday evening, I texted the foster coordinator telling her that I had some questions about the adoption. She did not get back to me until Tuesday morning. We discussed my concerns (we have 4 cats and I ideally wanted more time to see how Tyson would interact with them) but I clearly told her we wanted to keep Tyson. She said she would ask the board for more time. Later that afternoon, I was told that because I wasn’t sure, they were moving forward with the other adoption and I was no longer eligible to adopt Tyson. I was in shock. I responded that I wanted the dog and that I had put aside any uncertainty and please can we adopt Tyson. I was told no and that they would immediately come pick him up wherever I was. The lcal president contacted me and was so over the top harsh and rude, I felt like I was being treated like a criminal.
My family is heartbroken. Just as we were bonding with what was likely the perfect dog for our family, he was forcibly taken away. Shame on you lcal. You’ve put deadlines and policy above what is best in complex situations. I understand the reasons for your policy, but you refused to have even the slightest flexibility for a long time supporter. You wouldn’t even give me a few hours to get my questions answered before moving on to the other adopter who hadn’t even met Tyson. You are burning your fosters, the very backbone of your organization.
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April 2024 by Lori Kuhn
Great place to shop.
While also helping homeless animals!
We have found some very cool items here.
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March 2024 by Purple Blaze
Every time I go it's like a treasure hunt and I enjoy going here.
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October 2023 by Loren C.
Thank you LCAL for connecting us to the dog of our dreams! Our family found your matching process straightforward and supportive. Your staff and volunteers were also incredibly helpful as we transitioned him into our home. We didn't expect you to take care of the details for his neutering appointment, but you did. You went above and beyond and we will be supporting your work and thrift store for years to come.
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October 2023 by Charity B.
I've been a foster through Last Chance at Life for over a year. The organization really supports their volunteers who foster their dogs and they work hard to place the right dog in the right foster home. The organization pays for all the dog's food and medical. All you do is provide the love! If you've considered fostering dogs through a rescue, look no further than Last Chance at Life! You will be helping a dog on its journey to finding its forever home
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October 2023 by Beth H.
Under no circumstances should you adopt from this rescue. They are untruthful and irresponsible. My experience was traumatizing, for me and the dog. I was told she was good with children of all ages, and good with dogs. She was simply lovely with me, but when I took her to my grandson's house to babysit, she not only attacked their dog, but also bit my grandson twice - once in the arm and once in the face. When I called them to return the dog (which broke my heart in pieces), they told me they could not take her back because of lack of fosters, and I should take her to a shelter. What kind of rescue does this? It didn't end well at all, and they should be closed down.
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July 2023 by R B
Great place with so much variety. Love that they donate to animals ❤️
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June 2023 by Jess Borba
In the area on vacation & decided to stop in here to check it out since it had great reviews. Great store. Prices seem fair, however they do look up the vintage items & mark those way higher. We did like how they had a color off tag.
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June 2023 by Sheila Pyles
Awesome place! Awesome cause!
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June 2022 by Maddie Mm
i’m almost afraid to rate them 5 stars because this place is insanely good! definitely my secret weapon in terms of thrift stores. i love their cause and nowhere can beat their prices. how affordable their clothing is is literally unrivalled. on top of that, they also provide several different kinds of discounts, but i would recommend not taking them if you can so you can support their mission more. ultimately decided to rate so hopefully they can see more traffic in their store
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June 2022 by John Austin Keller Williams Realty
Had the pleasure of meeting Ray, a board member at LCAL - super kind guy and I'm planning to visit the shelter and learn more asap!
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June 2022 by Nicolas Ian Coffman
These people are the kindest, most genuine thrift owners I've ever met. They truly do this for the heart and compassion. Please give them as much business as you can!
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June 2022 by Judith Romero
I always find home decor for a great price. When I come with the kiddos, sometimes they will gift a free book to them. Great experience .
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June 2022 by Wild Bill Wiederhold
Friendly and courteous staff with a nice selection of second-hand goods. ?
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April 2022 by In Tune Real Estate
Had the pleasure of meeting Ray, a board member at LCAL - super kind guy and I'm planning to visit the shelter and learn more asap!
