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October 2024 by Chris Z
I spent a few months looking for a dog to rescue. I was surprised how hard and frustrating it was. But then I came across The Derry humane society. Not only was the process smooth but the foster mom was spectacular. She absolutely loved the dog and worked hard to find the right home for him based on his personality. She matched us to our new dog and he fits into our lifestyle perfectly.
Every adoption agency is different but the Derry humane society took wonderful care of our dog. He was only $400 and came neutered, micro chipped, and had several hundred dollars in receipts for medical care.
My new favorite part of my day is when he comes back from his morning walk with his mommy. He jumps into the bed, onto my chest, and playfully attacks me. After breakfast he repeats the attack but then demands I get up and have my coffee with him.
We love him so much!! Thank you for taking the extra time in matching the dog to the new owners!!!
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April 2024 by Kat Mando
Donate many blankets, towels and 30lb bags of dry dog food.
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February 2024 by Melissa Gendreau
Patrice is wonderful! She is so easy to work with, listens to you and helps you any way she can.
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February 2024 by Ryan Gendreau
We were recommended to reach out regarding our now dog Remy. My wife and I were lucky enough to work with Patrice who was absolutely amazing and you can tell truly cares about the animals she fosters and tries to make sure it is a fit for both the animal and potential adopter. We highly recommend working with this organization and Patrice should be recognized for her amazing work and we are so thankful for her helping us with Remy.
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January 2024 by Rachelle Markham
Easy to work with and they found the perfect dogs for me. They don’t require a fenced in yard which is huge for us!Everyone who volunteers loves the animals they help and give them the best care!
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January 2024 by Tom Markham
These are the most caring and animal loving group of people I have ever met. They work hard to find homes for these beautiful dogs and cats. Thanks for your hard work!
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January 2024 by Dutch Brown
I love this place. I'm not ready to adopt a dog yet but I know some of their amazing volunteers and hope to one day be able to adopt from here :)
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January 2024 by Katt H
I have worked in rescue and I personally know one of the volunteers who works here. Rescues are unable to answer 150 emails for one dog - especially if they are entirely volunteer-run. This shelter is full of people volunteering their time - no pay involved - because they want to help animals. There is nothing in it for them, except helping animals. Have some compassion. If you're not selected to take home one of their animals, apply again or elsewhere - don't go on Google to one-star a literal animal rescue because you're angry they didn't email you back. They care about their animals and are matching each of them with the best possible homes.
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January 2024 by Lizzie Gillis
Amazing volunteer run organization.
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January 2024 by Steve Nguyen
Got both my boys from them! Would recommend!
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January 2024 by Deborah Beaton
I donated 1000$ dollars to a person to be distributed to vets in need that help people that can't afford to have their cats spayed neutered and shots i found out 500$ was given to the Derry humane who have an application that is impossible to be accepted.they make you pay hundreds of dollars just to get a pet i urge everyone not to use them . If I could take back the money and give it to the other charity I would
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August 2023 by DIANE DESROCHERS
Awful place to adopt
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August 2023 by Mike Colby
Nobody ever gets back to you.I have contacted them with interest in 2 dogs over the past 6 months.Filled out their ridiculous app wanting to know everything about my life, emailed, called. All with no response.After all that I believe some type of response is professional and proper.Every review here, it seems the owner is argumentative with everyone, insisting how busy they are and volunteers. Too busy for a text? Really...I question that these places really have the interests of the animals at heart or even care.Or just if the people involved forget the being kind to people aspect of the adoption."We want the best for the animal but are going to treat you like dirt in the process...."Its easier to adopt a child....Ridiculous.Dont even bother commenting with excuses mr. Owner.I've already read them all.
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August 2023 by Glen Robertson
"We receive many applications, so not everyone can be chosen. There are many rescues with dogs in need. Please do not wait for us. We wish you luck finding your perfect match."Well, are we "chosen" or no? And why?No one has called us, or asked us to call them, and we are home every day.We have an 11 year old Dog, and want a new partner for him, Senior Dog is fine too.Having lost Oscar at 11.5 years due to kidney failure was heartbreaking.And the unprofessional and uncaring attitude if GDHS has made things worse.Horrible experience. Find another Group to surrender your Dog to, or even take the time to adopt out yourself.I guess we will look elsewhere as "please do not wait for us" is an obvious hint.We hope to help and maybe even a Senior Dog very soon.Instead of spending time arguing with people, pick up the phone and call someone to go over their application. And spend the time reviewing criticism and improving processes.And don't make a Senior Dog wait any longer for adopting than is needed because of your personal non-sense.For those seeing this nonsense - we are experienced Dachshund owners, and are home full time. We lost Oscar due to Kidney Failure, and are looking for a new partner for Frankie (11 years old - birthday 8/1/2011Home visit here in Allenstown welcome also. - And Vet is Allenstown Animal Hospital.Thank you kindly,Glen and Kathy Robertson
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April 2023 by Barbara LaFlamme
It is difficult to say. I emailed an application in late March. We haven't heard back yet. The GDHS is entirely run by volunteers so I would imagine they're pretty busy. I'll do a more detailed review when we have a more complete experience.
