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From 39 reviews
Liz Melton 3 days ago

Positive: Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value

Loved this place—adoption process was so easy and we got a happy, healthy, very energetic kitten! Would highly recommend!

via Google
Narumol Ittidecharchoti 2 months ago

She’s fully of energy and lovely ????

We’re falling love w her . We name her INDI love ???? she like to go out almost everyday for walk if you don’t she will waiting for cute puppy ???? thanks all teams of animal protectorate operation

via Facebook
Dana Sullivan 2 months ago

We adopted our second fur baby from operation adopt. They were very caring of their dogs, thorough in the adoption. And we love our new puppers!

Response from business owner

Thank you!

via Facebook
Sarah Grieve 3 months ago

Amazing rescue, found our newest family member here! Everything was smooth, very helpful organization during the adoption process!

via Google
Amy Brogger 3 months ago

A great bunch of dedicated animal lovers doing the work of the angels. A very clean, friendly, & well organized storefront making it a pleasant way to meet potential 4 legged family members. I love my girl & we are going to have a good life…

read more

Response from business owner

Thank you so much for adopting Hailey! She is such a lucky girl. We are thrilled it was a good experience! ❤️

via Facebook
Analise McNeill 3 months ago

I decided to foster when I learned that the Downey shelter had to put down 50% of their pets the previous month. I found TAPS on yelp with great reviews. Bonnie came over and checked out my apt for the foster program and was absolutely …

read more

via Google
Jenny Soo 4 months ago

A wonderful and thoughtful group of people who are doing amazing work for their animals. We are so happy with our little guy and are grateful for all the love and care he was given prior to adoption.

via Google
Eric Scot 5 months ago

I got my sweet Louie (known to them as Baron) . Just the sweetest, most kind dog ever. They do such an amazing job at keeping the dogs socialized. I always get a rescue. My Louie is so smart and has been a dream to train.

via Google
Nathan Lind 5 months ago

We adopted from them, and it was a wonderful experience. They really care about these animals and it shows. Great staff, great volunteers, great mission.

via Google
Leah M 7 months ago

TAPS is great! They made the process very easy and I like that they do an in-home visit before allowing an adoption. We are very grateful to TAPS for our awesome fur babies!! They are the sweetest kitties. We renamed them from Ethan to …

read more

via Google
Nancy Hayden 8 months ago

Laurie and the entire team at TAPS and Operation Adopt were simply wonderful to work with! When we found our girl online and fell in love, they worked with us quickly and professionally to unite us as a family. I would highly recommend them…

read more

via Google
Nancy Reed Morgan 9 months ago

Super nice people working here helping wonderful pets find their forever home!

via Facebook
Nancy Reed Morgan 9 months ago

Super nice people working here helping wonderful pets find their forever home!

via Facebook
Jo B 10 months ago

TAPS Changed our lives by connecting us with THE two most perfect (for us) dogs on the planet! TAPS does the hard work of going into shelters and getting these beautiful babies out and into loving homes. Their staff is dedicated and the …

read more

Response from business owner

Jo, you have had the amazing experience of having two dogs that need each other as much as they need their humans. The chances of them getting this type of life without having a structured adoption approach would be slim to none. Thank you for recognizing what The Animal Protectorates – Operation Adopt stands for and for opening your hearts and home to two very special canine kids.

via Google
Patti Passarelli Mustari 10 months ago

Love it and everyone there who give of their time, love & energy for the LOVE of orphaned animals. ????????❤️

via Facebook
kelley lind 10 months ago

Wonderful Animal Rescue group! Super local, and you can meet the animals any time they are open instead of having to apply sight unseen like so many places! The place is clean and nice, and the animals are well cared for! Plus you can tell …

read more

Response from business owner

Kelley thank you for recognizing the importance of having a physical location for people to meet animals for adoption. So many people want to adopt but can’t bring themselves to enter a shelter – it is just too emotionally upsetting. Operation Adopt is able to help match orphaned shelter animals with these people in a calm setting. We are proud of how clean we keep the facility – it keeps the animals healthy and lets people meet them in a pleasant environment.

via Google
Dede Haglund 3 years ago

I love TAPS – The Animal Protectorates. The storefront is so inviting, the staff is so welcoming and dedicated, and the dogs and cats are all so lovable. It’s happy and caring place that is doing so much good for pets and people by matching…

read more

via Facebook
Megan K Ziegler 3 years ago

TAPS rescued our beautiful baby, Izzy, who lights up our lives every day! Thank you for the work you do and your dedication to the fur babies of LA.

via Facebook
Laurie J. Herndon 3 years ago

A great group dedicated to saving those in need…

via Facebook
Janice Woltag Cohen 3 years ago

We have adopted 2 of our 3 kitties from TAPS! Both of our kitties have been beautiful and sweet–healthscreened and microchipped. I am so grateful to TAPS for taking as many fur babies as they can out of the more chaotic shelter …

read more

via Facebook
Barbara Nottle 3 years ago

Not only do I foster for TAPS, I also volunteer two days a week. Everyone associated with this organization is outstanding. Shelly is an amazing human being who gives tirelessly to saving all kinds of breeds of canines and felines. The …

read more

via Facebook
Ruth Bracegirdle 4 years ago

Love these guys! Their work is far reaching and so important! Thank you for all you do. Our furry friends are better off with TAPS in their corner.

via Facebook
Sarah Neeman 4 years ago

I’m am happy to tell everyone where we adopted out dog Woody in November.. TAPS was a pleasure to work with, everyone was so kind. We worked directly with Shelley and she was so knowledgable and helpful with us wanting to bring a new dog …

read more

via Facebook
Kelley Lind 4 years ago

Hey folks! Did you know the co-founder of this rescue org helped put an end to puppy mills here in LA? Yeah, so that’s amazing! We walked into their Operation Adopt shop in Burbank last Friday, and Saturday we had a precious baby to love …

read more

via Facebook
Bonnie Ventis 4 years ago

These people work tirelessly to help animals in need. They take animals that are very ill, and provide medical care and put them with a loving foster to nurse them back to health. They are often called by shelter workers for a “mercy pull” …

read more

via Facebook
Erika Kaestle 4 years ago

Honestly can’t ask for people more honest and trustworthy. These guys do it right!

via Facebook
Yun Chu 4 years ago

We got our little Roxy from them 1.5 years ago. We love her to pieces. They do great work! Trying to change the law too

via Facebook
Amy Jones 4 years ago

A wonderful nonprofit organization with dedicated volunteers who truly love animals.

via Facebook
Susana Davila 4 years ago

Me gustaria hacer voluntaria,que se nesecita

via Facebook
Ish Beebe 4 years ago

Sweet. Organized. Clean. Friendly. Dedicated staff. Ty!!

via Facebook
Pammela Spencer-Stockwell 4 years ago

I’m one of the lucky people to adopt a fur baby from TAPS. He is a love. Full of life and quite a character. The folks at TAPS are hands on but not pushy. I was lucky enough to foster to possibly adopt and by day two I knew I wanted my …

read more

via Facebook
Jim Buhl 5 years ago

This is an awesome organization. I’m so thankful for them. Through them and GreenPets Foster I have a remarkable partner. Rue goes everywhere with me.

via Facebook
Kat Valenzuela 5 years ago

I love all animals..this is a great idea all the way around!!

via Facebook
Teri Neal 5 years ago

They are wonderful

via Facebook
Laree Adel 5 years ago

Taps is the most unbelievable group of human beings. They are totally appreciative of everything and everyone who can help them to help the animals. When placing an animal, they want the best for everybody. Top notch animal rescue!

via Facebook
Arminda Gramajo 5 years ago

Una excelente forma de ayudar alos animalitos . Ami me a tocado ver perros buscando comida o perdidos algunas veces atropellados que bueno que existen estos lugares de refugio. Que Dios les bendiga.

via Facebook
Rena Mughadam 5 years ago

Christy Schilling has been amazing and wonderful to me. I found two black cats that I fostered for a while and tried to find homes for them for over a year. I reached out to her and out of all the rescue places, she kept in touch and …

read more

via Facebook
Lynn Freudenberg 5 years ago

Total animal lover! Getting pretty intolerant of homans

via Facebook
Claudia Schell 5 years ago

I love animals.. I’m so happy other people think the same

via Facebook
From 56 reviews
dar 16 days ago

cute pets!!

via Google
Narumol Ittidecharchoti a month ago

She’s fully of energy and lovely ????

We’re falling love w her . We name her INDI love ???? she like to go out almost everyday for walk if you don’t she will waiting for cute puppy ???? thanks all teams of animal protectorate operation

via Facebook
Dana Sullivan 2 months ago

We adopted our second fur baby from operation adopt. They were very caring of their dogs, thorough in the adoption. And we love our new puppers!

Response from business owner

Thank you!

via Facebook
Sarah Grieve 2 months ago

Amazing rescue, found our newest family member here! Everything was smooth, very helpful organization during the adoption process!

via Google
Amy Brogger 2 months ago

A great bunch of dedicated animal lovers doing the work of the angels. A very clean, friendly, & well organized storefront making it a pleasant way to meet potential 4 legged family members. I love my girl & we are going to have a good life…

read more

Response from business owner

Thank you so much for adopting Hailey! She is such a lucky girl. We are thrilled it was a good experience! ❤️

via Facebook
Analise McNeill 2 months ago

I decided to foster when I learned that the Downey shelter had to put down 50% of their pets the previous month. I found TAPS on yelp with great reviews. Bonnie came over and checked out my apt for the foster program and was absolutely …

read more

via Google
Herb Heiserman 3 months ago

helpful knowledgeable staff and adorable adoptable animals

via Google
Jenny Soo 3 months ago

A wonderful and thoughtful group of people who are doing amazing work for their animals. We are so happy with our little guy and are grateful for all the love and care he was given prior to adoption.

via Google
Eric Scot 4 months ago

I got my sweet Louie (known to them as Baron) . Just the sweetest, most kind dog ever. They do such an amazing job at keeping the dogs socialized. I always get a rescue. My Louie is so smart and has been a dream to train.

via Google
Nathan Lind 4 months ago

We adopted from them, and it was a wonderful experience. They really care about these animals and it shows. Great staff, great volunteers, great mission.

via Google
Leah M 6 months ago

TAPS is great! They made the process very easy and I like that they do an in-home visit before allowing an adoption. We are very grateful to TAPS for our awesome fur babies!! They are the sweetest kitties. We renamed them from Ethan to …

read more

via Google
Nancy Hayden 7 months ago

Laurie and the entire team at TAPS and Operation Adopt were simply wonderful to work with! When we found our girl online and fell in love, they worked with us quickly and professionally to unite us as a family. I would highly recommend them…

read more

via Google
Lisa Turney 7 months ago

I adopted my doggo in 2014. Porter was one of 9 puppies that were 5 weeks old! The mother dog was on site so I asked to meet her. I climbed into the x-pen and observed the puppies for about an hour until I settled on “Dallas”. He was …

read more

via Google
Nancy Reed Morgan 8 months ago

Super nice people working here helping wonderful pets find their forever home!

via Facebook
Nancy Reed Morgan 8 months ago

Super nice people working here helping wonderful pets find their forever home!

via Facebook
Jo B 9 months ago

TAPS Changed our lives by connecting us with THE two most perfect (for us) dogs on the planet! TAPS does the hard work of going into shelters and getting these beautiful babies out and into loving homes. Their staff is dedicated and the …

read more

Response from business owner

Jo, you have had the amazing experience of having two dogs that need each other as much as they need their humans. The chances of them getting this type of life without having a structured adoption approach would be slim to none. Thank you for recognizing what The Animal Protectorates – Operation Adopt stands for and for opening your hearts and home to two very special canine kids.

via Google
Lyn Tobman 9 months ago

We adopted the two most adorable rescues ever, Oliver and Suki. They were so well taken care of and nurses back to health before we brought them home. For sure we will go back to adopt another family friend

Response from business owner

Lyn, it is rare that dogs who become buddies while at Operation Adopt get to stay together. You made that happen for Oliver and Suki. Thank you for recognizing the care that staff and volunteers give each animal, especially ones like Oliver who needed daily care to be ready for adoption. We are so glad we met such a special family and ever happier that two orphaned pups got a fairy tale ending.

via Google
Julia Dennis 9 months ago

TAPS changed our lives! My husband and I were looking to rescue a dog, but were overwhelmed with the idea of wandering into a shelter. Then we found TAPS. They rescue dogs, they make sure all the dogs and spayed/neutered, chipped, and loved…

read more

Response from business owner

Julia, you and your husband made our hearts dance when you came back and adopted little Leigh. Leigh was taken to the shelter with a litter of puppies and three other dogs. She was with us for nearly a year. We never thought she would get the happy ending of reuniting with one of her original family members in a home where they are treated like stars. Thank you for being amazingly special people with great big hearts.

via Google
Steve Eastin 9 months ago

Love this dog!

Response from business owner

Steve, we are so happy that you and Delphi found each other and that you are experiencing the joy of having a furry companion. Thank you for giving an orphaned animal an awesome home.

via Google
Apryl Correa 9 months ago

We couldn’t be happier with our decision to adopt Cheetos. He has brought so much joy to our house. Thank you TAPS!

Response from business owner

Apryl, thank you for giving Cheetos a loving home where he is receiving as much love as he is giving in return.

via Google
Rebecca Poliner 9 months ago

I adopted my dog from OA and fell so in love with their mission that I decided to volunteer. My experience with OA has truly opened my eyes to all the good we can do to protect and care for our four legged friends.

Response from business owner

Rebecca thank you for volunteering! Your devotion to orphaned animals through your special skills of organization and “getting it done” mentality have changed the lives of so many orphaned animals in Los Angeles. You are so valued and important to the mission of the nonprofit.

via Google
Patti Passarelli Mustari 9 months ago

Love it and everyone there who give of their time, love & energy for the LOVE of orphaned animals. ????????❤️

via Facebook
kelley lind 9 months ago

Wonderful Animal Rescue group! Super local, and you can meet the animals any time they are open instead of having to apply sight unseen like so many places! The place is clean and nice, and the animals are well cared for! Plus you can tell …

read more

Response from business owner

Kelley thank you for recognizing the importance of having a physical location for people to meet animals for adoption. So many people want to adopt but can’t bring themselves to enter a shelter – it is just too emotionally upsetting. Operation Adopt is able to help match orphaned shelter animals with these people in a calm setting. We are proud of how clean we keep the facility – it keeps the animals healthy and lets people meet them in a pleasant environment.

via Google
Annie Malvasi 9 months ago

Had the absolute best experience here and couldn’t be happier. My partner and I initially came in to meet a dog we found on Petfinder; when we arrived, that dog was no longer available – however, as soon as another dog became available that…

read more

Response from business owner

Annie, thank you so much for taking time to recognize one of our very core values – matchmaking based on the people and the pets’ needs. Sometimes people want immediate gratification for themselves, but adopters like you realize what a commitment sharing your life with a pet is and put the welfare of the animal first. Thank you for being one of these special people and for recognizing Laurie – one of our most special volunteers.

via Google
Jack Walworth a year ago

Very helpful for our first puppy adoption!

Response from business owner

Thank you for letting us know how we are doing. It really makes us feel good to know you had a good experience adopting from Operation Adopt and that staff and volunteers were helpful for your first puppy adoption. Congratulations!

via Google
Laurie Newton 2 years ago

An adoption center for cats & dogs. Extremely clean. Friendly staff.

Response from business owner

Laurie, thank you for taking time to let us know how we are doing at Operation Adopt. Our staff is amazingly kind and does more than anyone could possibly imagine. Their whole hearts are into helping these orphaned animals find the best homes possible.

via Google
Horace Heidt 2 years ago

They are loving, caring dog rescuers who go out of their way to find the right home for their dogs. Inspiring.

Response from business owner

Horace, thank you for taking time to leave a comment and mentioning that our staff and volunteers are loving and caring rescuers. You are right! So many people and so many hours are involved in getting just one animal out of the shelter and into the right home but unless you have experienced it yourself, its difficult to know what all is involved. We appreciate it so much when people, like you, take time to acknowledge how much we are devoted to each individual animal.

via Google
Dede Haglund 2 years ago

I love TAPS – The Animal Protectorates. The storefront is so inviting, the staff is so welcoming and dedicated, and the dogs and cats are all so lovable. It’s happy and caring place that is doing so much good for pets and people by matching…

read more

via Facebook
Dana Sullivan 2 years ago

Everyone needs a fur baby!

via Google
Dylan Herbst 3 years ago

Fantastic people, fantastic place, loving animals looking for loving homes.

via Google
Andrew Russell 3 years ago

Yep

via Google
Valarie Spencer 3 years ago

A beautiful space with fantastic volunteers doing great things for all the animals.

via Google
Katherin Morris 3 years ago

Pets are well taken care of and I believe they do all they can to find the right fit before the pets are adopted. Adoption fees are steep, but they do go all out to take care of the furry babies in their care so I do understand why it is so…

read more

via Google
Megan K Ziegler 3 years ago

TAPS rescued our beautiful baby, Izzy, who lights up our lives every day! Thank you for the work you do and your dedication to the fur babies of LA.

via Facebook
Aram Zakaryan 3 years ago

Good job

via Google
Laurie J. Herndon 3 years ago

A great group dedicated to saving those in need…

via Facebook
Janice Woltag Cohen 3 years ago

We have adopted 2 of our 3 kitties from TAPS! Both of our kitties have been beautiful and sweet–healthscreened and microchipped. I am so grateful to TAPS for taking as many fur babies as they can out of the more chaotic shelter …

read more

via Facebook
Barbara Nottle 3 years ago

Not only do I foster for TAPS, I also volunteer two days a week. Everyone associated with this organization is outstanding. Shelly is an amazing human being who gives tirelessly to saving all kinds of breeds of canines and felines. The …

read more

via Facebook
Ruth Bracegirdle 3 years ago

Love these guys! Their work is far reaching and so important! Thank you for all you do. Our furry friends are better off with TAPS in their corner.

via Facebook
Sarah Neeman 4 years ago

I’m am happy to tell everyone where we adopted out dog Woody in November.. TAPS was a pleasure to work with, everyone was so kind. We worked directly with Shelley and she was so knowledgable and helpful with us wanting to bring a new dog …

read more

via Facebook
Kelley Lind 4 years ago

Hey folks! Did you know the co-founder of this rescue org helped put an end to puppy mills here in LA? Yeah, so that’s amazing! We walked into their Operation Adopt shop in Burbank last Friday, and Saturday we had a precious baby to love …

read more

via Facebook
Bonnie Ventis 4 years ago

These people work tirelessly to help animals in need. They take animals that are very ill, and provide medical care and put them with a loving foster to nurse them back to health. They are often called by shelter workers for a “mercy pull” …

read more

via Facebook
Erika Kaestle 4 years ago

Honestly can’t ask for people more honest and trustworthy. These guys do it right!

via Facebook
Yun Chu 4 years ago

We got our little Roxy from them 1.5 years ago. We love her to pieces. They do great work! Trying to change the law too

via Facebook
Amy Jones 4 years ago

A wonderful nonprofit organization with dedicated volunteers who truly love animals.

via Facebook
Susana Davila 4 years ago

Me gustaria hacer voluntaria,que se nesecita

via Facebook
Ish Beebe 4 years ago

Sweet. Organized. Clean. Friendly. Dedicated staff. Ty!!

via Facebook
Pammela Spencer-Stockwell 4 years ago

I’m one of the lucky people to adopt a fur baby from TAPS. He is a love. Full of life and quite a character. The folks at TAPS are hands on but not pushy. I was lucky enough to foster to possibly adopt and by day two I knew I wanted my …

read more

via Facebook
Jim Buhl 5 years ago

This is an awesome organization. I’m so thankful for them. Through them and GreenPets Foster I have a remarkable partner. Rue goes everywhere with me.

via Facebook
Kat Valenzuela 5 years ago

I love all animals..this is a great idea all the way around!!

via Facebook
Teri Neal 5 years ago

They are wonderful

via Facebook
Laree Adel 5 years ago

Taps is the most unbelievable group of human beings. They are totally appreciative of everything and everyone who can help them to help the animals. When placing an animal, they want the best for everybody. Top notch animal rescue!

via Facebook
Arminda Gramajo 5 years ago

Una excelente forma de ayudar alos animalitos . Ami me a tocado ver perros buscando comida o perdidos algunas veces atropellados que bueno que existen estos lugares de refugio. Que Dios les bendiga.

via Facebook
Rena Mughadam 5 years ago

Christy Schilling has been amazing and wonderful to me. I found two black cats that I fostered for a while and tried to find homes for them for over a year. I reached out to her and out of all the rescue places, she kept in touch and …

read more

via Facebook
Lynn Freudenberg 5 years ago

Total animal lover! Getting pretty intolerant of homans

via Facebook
Claudia Schell 5 years ago

I love animals.. I’m so happy other people think the same

via Facebook
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