Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue

I think this organization just wants to foster their dogs forever and accept donations. I’ve tried calling and left e-​mails, and a week later, still no response!
Don’t get me wrong, I’m happy that Labs are being cared for. However, if they’d like to keep folks interested in possibly adopting a dog, at least return inquiries regarding the adoptable pups.
Oh well. Off to the county kennels to find my new best friend.

Please remind yourselves that everyone working here are volunteers, that being said this is their second or third job. After you fill out the $ 10 application fee you have to get approved for a home visit. I followed up about my home visit once a day until they came about 5 days later. After that they send you a dog log every Tuesday and Friday. The website is not up to date so you have to go off of these logs. As soon as you see a dog you like call the contact number. They’ll talk you through your application to find out if you’re a good fit. If you said you don’t want a puppy and you call about a puppy, chances are you won’t be getting a puppy. I saw two dogs within a weeks time after my application was approved. Follow up with them about your application and you should be ready to go in no time.

We have adopted from this organization twice. The volunteers are dedicated, kind and devoted to finding forever homes that match each dog’s personality or situation. If you want to adopt a lab, fill out the application, schedule the home visit, and then see which lab will fit into your life. It is not a one day or even one week process, but then it shouldn’t be. You are adopting a pet for the rest of their life, so you need to respect the process. We LOVE our dogs and could not think of life without them! They are the best and it all started with Desert Lab Rescue!

After reading the two reviews for DLRR I am disappointed because they do not capture the essence of this rescue group. I became familiar with DLRR through their website and Facebook page. I attended their Corks and Collars fundraiser, which is an incredibly fun event with amazing people. I talked with some volunteers during the event and decided to become a volunteer as well. Although I am fairly new, I believe through my experiences I can adequately talk about the rescue organization.
First, this rescue is 100% volunteer. These are diligent, hard working people who care immensely for the dogs. They are determined to find the perfect home for each dog. The volunteers, including fosters, work hard with each dog. This organization consists of dedicated people who are doing their absolute best to find the right home. This group does not just take money for applications-​they explain why there is an application fee on their website. There is also a home visit that is completed before approving an adopter. This group rescues dogs with many medical needs and sees to it that their rescues receive excellent veterinary care.
You can learn more about DLRR through their website at
Check out their Facebook page and 5-​star ratings from 133 people
Attend a meet and greet or a gift wrapping fundraiser. The next fundraiser is on Dec 14^th at Barnes and Noble Desert Ridge