Companion Animal Foundation

After multiple correspondences with the director of CAF, I’ve decided to forgive them and give another chance. I encourage anyone who has a bad experience there to reach out to the director as she will make sure it is corrected.

I go in regularly to find VHS movies because it’s right around the corner from me.
Cons: The place is always a mess and the girls who work there can be kind of icy unless you make them talk to you.
Pros: There’s some good finds and also the resident 3 legged cat is a huge sweetheart who loves a good snuggle session.
Not bad!

I’ve made sort of a mission of visiting all the local thrift stores, but hadn’t made it out to this one until last week. It sort of felt like two different stores when I walked in. The clothing section seemed well-​organized, if a bit pricier than St. Vincent de Paul or Angel’s of Hope. I found some cute children’s clothing and shoes. On the housewares side, however, things seemed to be all over the place. Random stuff just sitting on the floor, under tables, etc. It seemed like that area could use some major love.
Also, the aisles were really small and lots of breakables. Definitely not a toddler-​friendly place, unless you stick them in a stroller (they do have signs up regarding this issue). At least I saw the cat I had promised my son we would see!

I was so disappointed! Especially since reading all the great reviews! I came in and was NOT ONCE appointed by the three people that worked there. I had to walk by the front desk where they all were about five times, and no one even acknowledged I was even there. It was dirty and smelled terrible. Things were unorganized and seemed to be just thrown around. We won’t be back. Darn!

The thrift store is perfection! They have weekly deals on a specific color tag and throughout the month the percentage discount increases. It’s all for a really good cause too. Don’t be surprised to see a beautiful cat wondering about!

This is in regards to «Garry’s» review which is titled «They won’t take adult cats!»…I do not know what was said over the phone with Garry. Everyone I know who has chosen to work or volunteer there has done so out of a love for animals. However, the behavior and attitude of workers cannot be controlled. I have volunteered there off and on for several years. Commercial real estate rates are very high. The adoption room is very small. I’m sure that Companion Animal would love to be able to afford a space with a spacious adoption room and take in every cat who needs a home. I happen to have met and know dozens of adult cats they have taken in. Unfortunately, we get several telephone calls each day regarding cats and dogs who have been abandoned, neglected, and/​or abused. We have to ask members of our community to step up and partner with us in addressing the needs of animals; this is how it should be. We all have to put on our Big Boy pants and remember that we are the adults now.

I LOVE this place! Sometimes I go in just to cuddle the kittens. I’ve found great dishes, glassware, and a funky teapot in the thrift store, very cheap. One day when I was in I met Kim, one of the directors. She is sooo passionate about what they do, it makes me wish I had more time and money to donate! The are the friendliest, warmest, and most caring people on the planet! Keep up the great work!

Because of Tara and the Companion Animal Foundation, I now am the parent of the sweetest little dog ever. I am forever grateful.

Excellent place to adopt a pet! Great deals on thrift items and wonderful staff. They often rescue cats and kittens from the local shelter, occasionally have a puppy or two up for adoption as well. They are a great place to shop for household supplies and save a bunch of money! Now they have a place in Blue Lake as well.

Often missed being in Sunnybrae this thrift store/​pet adoption center is a nice place to shop. They have a decent selection of the usual thrift store faire at OK prices. The staff is helpful and there are usually a cat or two roaming the store to pet. There is a ‘kitten room’ where you can pet kittens, which is popular.

Companion Animal Foundation, AKA «The kitten room» Is a great little pet adoption center/​thrift store in Sunnybrae. I recently adopted a sweet little kitten from them a few months ago, and couldn’t have been happier with their knowledge, helpfulness, professionalism, and overall care for the animals. These people take great care of the pets living in their store, as well as the pets that they have elsewhere in foster care. Adoption fees are reasonable, and generally pay for themselves with all of the discounts and vouchers you get.
This is a great place to get a non-​human ‘companion’ for life in Humboldt County, or just come and visit the little pets waiting to be adopted. CAF provides an excellent service to the pets and people of Humboldt County.