Ken-Mar Rescue

This organization adopted my lost, microchipped dog from the LA County West Valley animal shelter. I attempted to contact them to reclaim my dog who already has a loving family who has been actively searching for him, but they denied my attempt and Blocked me on all forms of social media.
Furthermore, my dog is 10 years old, and they are trying to sell him off as 4, «maybe even 2.» They claim the do has all of his shots, is microchipped and is neutered a part of a grand package – yet my family is the one who did all of those procedures.
For them to run away from the rightful owner and steal this dog to turn a profit is such a shame, especially when you read the organizations’ about page which says the owner faced a terrible experience with her own lost pet.
They are not deserving of a nonprofit status, and do not appear to be a legitimate organization with this behavior. Beware if you decide to adopt from here, as you don’t know what they could be hiding from you.

Just saw on facebook that this shelter has taken someone’s pet and refuses to return them. They blocked the girl who the dog belongs to. Do not adopt from here, they are crooked and shady.

This shelter has taken a dog from the pound that belongs to someone who is looking for it. They refuse to correspond with the owner. The dog was microchipped and should be returned.
This shelter is really shady and should not be trusted!!!

Last week on Thanksgiving, we had something special to be thankful for: the newest addition to our family. We adopted Rosie the Pomeranian/​Chihuahua mix from KenMar Rescue. Rosie arrived to us about a month ago, and in every way the experience has been excellent. First, she is such a great little dog: sociable, loving, smart, not much of a barker, friendly to everyone and everything, and potty-​trained! Totally the opposite of the stereotype of a «rescue.» But also, it was a delight to work with Martie and Ken. They are completely professional and careful in their evaluation of potential homes for their «orphans», but they are also open minded and realistic. They project none of the suspiciousness and exclusivity that I have encountered and heard about from other rescue groups. I had a couple of qualities (large dog already in the household, imminent travel plans) that might have caused others to turn me down. Martie and Ken could tell that we would give Rosie a great home, and worked with us to make it happen. Their follow-​up was prompt and consistent, but also professional and cordial. I would turn to them again anytime. Make your holidays extra happy ones, and contact Martie now to find that special little new member of your family.

If you’re looking for a best friend, cuddle buddy and furry life partner, look no further than Ken-​Mar Rescue. I have always loved dogs and had them growing up but I needed help transitioning to being a solo dog owner. I saw a dog I thought I wanted on KenMar’s website and reached out and Martie got back to me right away. Because of scheduling, I didn’t get to meet the pup for a couple weeks but both Martie and the foster sent me updates on his wellbeing and behavior. When I went to the adoption fair to meet the dog, I actually ended up falling in love with another rescue that Martie was fostering. Martie provided me with a «starter pack» of everything a new dog mom would need. In the first few days Freya was a bit overwhelmed by her new environment and had some tummy issues that were worrying me. Thankfully Martie talked me through the whole thing and told me what to feed her until her stomach calmed down. Now, two weeks later, Freya is a happy little girl and full of life and love. I am very grateful to Ken-​Mar rescue for bringing her into my life!

Ken-​Mar Rescue is the real deal, guys. I had a wonderful experience with them. They TRULY care about saving as many dogs’ lives as possible, and I love that about them. I was looking to adopt a brother or sister for my dog and I can’t tell you how many rescue groups I contacted without even receiving a response. It was extremely disheartening. I guess my applications weren’t «good enough» to even be considered, which is hurtful because I try my best to provide the best and most loving home possible for my dog (we live in a house with an enclosed backyard, there is almost always someone home, we give daily walks to her, feed her five-​star quality food, and generally spoil her rotten), and to not even receive a courtesy response from any of the groups I contacted was really getting me down. So when I contacted Ken-​Mar Rescue about a dog I was interested in adopting, I wasn’t really expecting a response, based on my other experiences. I inquired about the dog late at night after I got home from work, and to my surprise, I woke up to a response from Martie bright and early the next morning. I was ecstatic! She told me the dog was still available and to fill out an application. After filling out the application I wondered if I was ever going to hear from her again, but she responded lightning fast and that very same day we scheduled an appointment for a Meet and Greet during the weekend. I was so impressed with how dedicated and devoted she is to finding a forever home for the dogs in her organization. She was willing to give me a chance to give a dog a home when no one else would, and I truly appreciate that.
Long story short, I ended up adopting a dog from a high-​kill shelter who was in danger before I got to meet the dog I was interested in adopting through their organization. Martie was not upset at all that I ended up canceling the Meet and Greet. In fact, she was super sweet and she and Ken even sent a congratulatory postcard with dog tags for both of my dogs! I was blown away by their kindness. You can tell that they truly want to save dogs’ lives, and they don’t care if it’s through their organization or not – all that matters to them is that dogs are rescued. I was happy to see that the dog I was interested in was adopted not long after. That’s because these guys hustle, and their passion really shows. If you’re looking to adopt a dog, look no further than Ken-​Mar Rescue. They’re a wonderful rescue organization and they have wonderful hearts, too! I can’t recommend them highly enough! Do it – adopt a dog from them today! :)

I had a great experience with Ken-​Mar rescue. They made it so easy. They come to your home and make a tremendous effort to make sure it’s a good match. They go above and beyond and I couldn’t be happier with my fur baby. If you are considering adopting a dog I highly recommend this organization.

Ken-​Mar Rescue is doing a fantastic job for dogs and people alike. I am a dog lover, but really needed the help graduating into a dog owner. Martie has been so positive, supportive, compassionate and understanding throughout the process. It has allowed me to become a foster parent to an absolutely lovely dog– Leela.
The dedication, respect and commitment of Ken and Martie has been apparent from the first day they brought this beautiful, well-​groomed, respectable dog over for our meet and greet, to the fine detail to which she guided me on the likes of Leela, to coming prepared with all her wants and needs (food, ball to play catch, bed, treats). Martie is so organized, she had all her paperwork in order, ready to explain and hand off (groomer, vet, doggie day care). Martie is also so knowledgeable on the nuances of caring for a dog in an otherwise busy world. I learned very quickly that these were the very important keys to being able to keep a dog.
I highly recommend Ken-​Mar for
–those looking to adopt
–those who are not sure, but are committed to foster
–those who want to do service through animal rescue
–those who are looking to connect with like-​minded folk, who are community focused, positive and want to make a difference
–those who cannot give time but can give donations to help organizations like Ken-​Mar continue to serve our dogs and community.

I adopted Satchmo from Ken-​Mar Rescue about 3 weeks ago and I have been soooo happy :-) Martie handles the entire process professionally from the first moment that I reached out online. She called me back right away and put me at ease that she would be organized and reliable. She and Ken set up good structure for the dogs which made it so easy for me. I could continue that structure or let it go. I love that Satchmo is crate-​trained at night. We are both sleeping soundly. She also did a wonderful job caring for Satchmo’s serious hotspot and nursing him back to health. We’re starting obedience training now and having a blast! I highly recommend working with Ken-​Mar if you’re looking to adopt a dog.

I am writing this recommendation on behalf of Kenmar rescue. I have known and personally worked hand in hand with Martie Petrie the cofounder of Kenmar for just shy of five years. In that time I have gotten to know both her as well and the rescue organization and I can proudly say that of all the rescues and pet crusaders I have known over the years, Martie is one of the most dedicated, compassionate, determined individuals I have encountered. She doggedly fights for the last day dogs she rescues and diligently cares for each as if they were her own, placing each with not only the best possible forever family, but also the best foster family she can find.
As a professional in the pet industry, as both a pet daycare employee as well as dog groomer, I have seen the holistic approach Martie takes with each individual orphan. She works hard to make sure each dog is well socialized and well groomed, knowing that both socialization and grooming are key parts of a dogs health, for mind and body. I have been one of the primary groomers for Kenmar for roughly four years now and have seen her pull the most bedraggled, downhearted dogs from the shelter and bring them right to grooming and then on for their health checkups. She brings new orphans to me to make sure that each dog is flea, tick and mat free, and I often start to get to know the individual personality of each dog during the grooming process so that I can share potential issues with
Martie so that she can share with her vet. On one occasion we were able to determine that one of her newly rescued orphans had an unknown broken jaw! Because Martie has put her heart into surrounding her rescue with a network of reliable people, eg groomers, veterinarians, fosters, she has built a one of a kind rescue that truly changes the lives of many last day rescues. I am proud to be a part of Martie and kenMar’s network and look forward to helping her provide new life chances for many years to come.

Ken-​Mar Rescue gets 100 stars from me… they are beyond amazing!!! After a trip to a Third World country left me in tears seeing the amount of neglected strays on the streets just wanting to feel affection and love. Once I was back home, I started looking into rescues to become a foster for and give man’s best friend a second chance in life finding their furever home.
I decided I wanted to help and represent a rescue that truly loves and wants the best for their orphans. I contacted Ken-​Mar Rescue, Martie and Ken (True Angels) came to my home for a home check with my handsome foster baby Satchmo. It was such a great experience meeting them and spending time learning about their rescue, their orphans, their goals, etc. They also made it very easy for me by bringing EVERYTHING for Satchmo, from his toys, to his leash and collar, bed, chews, food, clean towels, everything you can think of, which was great!
Martie has been amazing and I cannot say enough about her. Not only Ken-​Mar loves their babies, but they love their fosters and adopters as much.
I have my first adoption event this weekend and I’m soooo looking forward to meeting everyone. I know Satchmo will very soon find his furever home and I will miss him like crazy… but, it will make me very proud knowing I helped with his rescue to find him a furever home and I can do the same for another dog.
A BIG THANK YOU to Ken-​Mar Rescue for all they do.

I can’t say enough about Ken-​Mar Rescue! Martie is AMAZING! My daughter and I have been looking for a rescue dog for awhile and it seemed that we couldn’t find one that was available until I saw this cutie on the news that was up for adoption. from Ken-​Mar Rescue. He was so adorable so I knew there were probably a lot of interest in him but I decided I would take a chance and see what happens. Within a couple of hours, I received a call from Ken-​Mar and we set up the Meet and Greet. I was so nervous because it has been ages since I had pet.
When I tell you Martie and Ken are the nicest and most caring people you would every want to meet and my new «fur-​kid» Laffi is ADORABLE! Martie and Ken went over everything thoroughly, gave me all of Laffi’s vet reports and shots. He was microchiped and neutered and even came with a welcome bag with all his goodies and even coupons from the pet store to get started with all our pet products.
The first night we had Laffi was a little rough because he was getting used to his new surroundings and I could tell that Martie did an excellent job with him and he was very attached to her because he was going through some separation anxiety and he wasn’t eating and was restless. I was getting nervous so I reached out to Martie just to see what I could do and she was so understanding and helpful and walked me through everything I needed to do to get him on track. She was just as concerned and even offered to come get him and take him to the vet if he didn’t get better! She responded to all my concerns and I felt bad that I had to keep asking her questions but she was wonderful and Laffie responded to everything she advised me to do and by the second day he was eating and bouncing around like a happy pup. Martie gives great support not only to
I would highly recommend Ken-​Mar Rescue to anyone who is looking to adopt a pet. You won’t be disappointed. I am now a proud Pet Parent and I would not have been able to do it without Martie and Ken’s help.

My husband and I have been fostering dogs through Ken-​Mar rescue for the past couple of months and we love it. Ken and Martie are fantastic and have been great mentors during the fostering process. It’s a great organization and it’s so wonderful to see all the dogs that are rescued because of all of their hard work.

I adopted a puppy from them recently and they have been nothing but helpful to me through the process. When we tried to arrange a time for the meet and greet our schedules didn’t match up but they bent over backwards to accommodate me. They arrived with plenty of food, toys, and other needed supplies to help transition my puppy into her new home. I can call them anytime with questions and I am grateful for their continuous support.

I think we can all admit how uncool and backward it is nowadays to purchase your pet from a pet store or a breeder. So if you’re thinking about adopting and saving a life, you’ve come to the right place!
Ken-​Mar specializes in saving dogs from the shelter on their day to die by lethal injection. Not all are strays; some are owner surrenders, rescued from other bad situations, etc. Overall, you can be sure that you are providing a much better life for this innocent creature. 10,000 dogs are put to sleep a day!
Rescue organizations make this process seamless for you as the potential owner. Ken-​Mar saves the dog that really was in trouble, do the paperwork, take care of all the shots and sterilization, get the little dude/​dudette cleaned up and socialized before the dog comes to you.
I have fostered three times through Ken-​Mar, and adopted twice. They make the process super hassle-​free and fun. This is a big decision! One that involves a commitment of up to 15 years of your and the dog’s life. Ken and Martie truly LOVE dogs, and it shows. They are really responsive via email, text, facebook — you name it! The process and contract is pretty standard compared to other rescues, but I think the customer service is what sets Ken-​Mar apart from the rest!
You will have a lifelong mentor and your own «Cesar Millan» in Ken and Martie. They will help you with any questions you have well into the dog’s life with you, and will keep in touch and make sure you guys are all bonding seamlessly.
I have referred many potential foster parents to Ken-​Mar, as well as anyone interested in adopting a dog, or simply helping out to volunteer at adoption fairs or donate a few bucks! They really are a great organization!

Great rescue org! Martie has helped me a couple of times when I’ve needed help finding homes for stray dogs I’ve found. It’s nice to know someone so supportive and caring for dogs! This is a perfect rescue to adopt from or foster with — their dogs are well-​cared for and you will always have the support you need from them.

Love Love Love Ken-​Mar! I’m so happy to add such a great addition into my life (and my boyfriend’s). Our little Morkie was in such great spirits and is so loving, which just means they care for their dogs so well. Marty from the rescue has been super helpful in answering our questions since we are first time dog owners. We even got a great gift basket filled with awesome toys and treats for our dog. I couldn’t recommend a better place to adopt!

I just adopted an adorable dog from KenMar rescue. Right from the start, Martie and Ken were extremely responsive and then I was put in contact with my dog’s amazing foster mom, Judy. Judy sent me photos and videos every day until I was able to have the dog delivered to my home for the «meet and greet.» Martie and Ken were so sweet and informative and a true pleasure to work with. The foster mom Judy provided me with a sheet of instructions and overall behavior for my pup. She really is an awesome foster mom. My dog is so incredibly affectionate and well behaved. He is currently laying with his head on my chest as I’m typing this. I’m so glad I adopted from here.

What a great and easy experience we had with Ken and Martie of Ken-​Mar Rescue. Our new family member Coconut is a total doll! It’s obvious that her foster mom Judy took excellent loving care of her. I submitted my application to Ken-​Mar late on enight and had an email back from them the next morning… that fast! I spoke to Martie the next day and she was super friendly and informative.
When they brought Coconut to meet us our family they couldn’t have been nicer or more informative. They slowly introduced Coconut to our dog Frosty and they got a long great. They spent about 1 ½ hours with us talking about how they found her, her medical history, paperwork, etc. and brought lots of treats for her.
Coconut is doing great and is a fabulous new addition to our family. My two girls love her and I believe Coconut loves them also!
I would highly recommend Ken-​Mar to anybody looking to adopt a new dog into their home! They are very loving and also very thorough. Thanks Ken, Martie and foster mom Judy!

My husband and I adopted Gatsby (formerly Barley) a few weeks ago. We had been looking for a dog and had just stopped by the Baldwin Park animal shelter only to be horrified by the conditions and forced to wait in a 40 minute line to only be told that the dogs we were interested in were going to be adopted. Although I was really happy for the dogs, I left disappointed by the whole process.
On our way to the Descanso Gardens, my husband and I just happened to stop by Starbucks that was next to a Petco. In front of the Petco was the Ken-​mar adoption fair. We went to take a look and I fell in love with Gatsby. Martie and Ken were there to greet us and made us feel very comfortable. They let us play with Gatsby and answered all our questions. Martie was Gatsby’s foster mom and told us about Gatsby’s loving character with both humans and dogs as well as his eagerness to please. Everything that she told us was true, which goes to show that they really care and get to know their animals.
The application form was a real simple 2 page form. This was such a relief considering some places are 100+ questions. Instead, Martie and Ken take the time to talk and get to know you not just your answers on the form. You can tell they really love their dogs and want to make sure that they are placed in a loving home that is the right lifestyle for the dog. They hesitated at first with us because my husband did show a little concern. However, after visiting our home the same day and having Gatsby meet our senior chow chow, Mocha, they felt very comfortable with us.
The adoption fee covered a lot. They already took Gatsby to the vet for a check up, micro chipped him, gave us a bag of wheat free dog food, his favorite toy, and a harness with leash. Not to mention, the fee is tax deductible.
Martie called the next day to follow up and make sure that everyone is adjusting well.
We couldn’t be happier with Gatsby. He is so well behaved and sweet. We have taken him on hikes and to dog parks. He does great on and off the leash and is perfect for our lifestyle. We are happy he is now part of our family.