#38 in United States, #2 in Michigan, #1 in Detroit
44682 Morley Dr., Clinton Twp, MI 48036
https://www.rejoycefulrescue.com/
Service areas:
South East Michigan
"Always takes on special cases that other rescues won't..Very skilled volunteers who go beyond for the animals. Love them all."
— shelly b.
Supporter
"I have been blessed to be trusted to foster "fail" twice with A Rejoyceful Animal Rescue. First was my bestest boy Charlie I fostered to adopt in 2014, I loved him beyond all and had too little time with him. We took many, many walks - he loved to go up toe Lexington to visit my friend and walk along the lake. He also loved to eat and I loved to treat him! Sadly, at age 7 he developed diabetes and in November 2021 he crossed the Rainbow Bridge at age only 9. I was so distraught and did not know if I would get over Charlie and then I started looking for a special dog who might really need me and that is when I saw Goldie. Her human has gone into hospice and 10 year old Goldie was with a foster with ARAR. After a conversation with Michelle (the amazing director of ARAR), I contacted the foster and February 20 2022 Goldie became next foster to adopt. She had severe separation anxiety and lucky for me my boss was understanding and Goldie was able to accompany me everyday. The only complaint we got was from one of the departments that said Goldie doesn't spend enough time with them! Here we are two years later, she's really come out of her shell. She sassses me with the cutest "chomp" movement and big doggo smile! Everyone who meets her loves her, and learn to belly rub immediately. I only wish I could adopt more furbabies, especially the seniors because this has been pure JOY!"
— carol s.
Adoptee
"This rescue is amazing, they take such good care of their animals. All 3 of my animals are rescued from them! They make sure the animal go to good homes and the never say no!"
— tiffany t.
Adoptee
"I'm here for Goldie! Goldie is our work dog at the City of Royal Oak. Her full time mom is Carol. Carol adopted Goldie from A Rejoyceful Animal Rescue in Feb. 2022 after her former owner could no longer care for her. Goldie is a senior gal with some separation issues. As for me, in 2023, I had begun to look for a new job after 30 years. I wasn't sure about the decision until I interviewed at the City of Royal Oak and learned I would have a work dog. I was overjoyed at the possibility. Fast forward to today and I love our Goldie. I am honored to be one of her most favorite people in the world. I've hosted this spunky lab at my home several times. I've also made a great friend in her mom, Carol. Goldie is Carol's 2nd adoption from Rejoyceful Animal Rescue. Charlie was her first and he lived a long spoiled life. My co-workers say Goldie saved Carol and healed her broken heart. Together they've given me new life."
— jill m.
Fan
"A ReJoyceful Animal Rescue is absolutely amazing! The staff goes above and beyond to take care of the animals in our community. Their passion is shown in every decision they make."
— rachel b.
Adoptee, Volunteer / foster, Supporter, Fan
"I know a couple of the girls who work for this rescue they are absolutely phenomenal. They put their heart and soul to helping these animals out. Some of them get dumped right outside their door and they take them in anyways even if they don’t have the funds or don’t have a foster they try to figure it out. They are one of the best. No animal is turned away and they do so much to help raise funds to help these poor animals that have been dumped so they can get them healthy and into a permanent forever family."
— tina k.
Supporter
"We adopted our first dog from them off a recommendation. After following them on social media and our process of adoption we were fans. They truly care about all animals( but especially the "underdogs"). They vet and care about the animals no matter what. We went through the process again for a companion for our first and even though we had already adopted once a year earlier they still took the same steps to ensure he was the right fit. Which to me shows every animal they help goes to the best home for that animal. I have recommended them on many occasions to people looking and would to anyone else that would listen."
— erik h.
Adoptee
"I work at a vet clinic that A Rejoyceful uses. They do anything and everything for the animals! Excellent fosters. Excellent team that runs the rescue."
— sarah w.
Supporter, Fan
"ARAR is a grass roots organization that goes above and beyond. What is extra special is that they will support a pet and owner in an effort to keep them united, if able. If a pet is being surrendered and it can be avoided with some support, they give it. And, they do not shy away from special needs fur babies."
— shelley r.
Adoptee, Volunteer / foster
"A.R.A.R. is great. They made the adoption process quick and painless. Top notch"
— robert l.
Adoptee
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