Reviews from Adopters & Fosterers
This is Poppy we fostered with a view to adopt from Elcee’s Rescue. We choose Elcee’s rescue because I know how passionate Lynne and the team are about doing everything possible for the welfare of the dogs all the way through the adoption process, and every single penny raised goes towards the dogs (because in my experience this isn’t always the case in dog rescue).
We decided to foster first to make absolutely sure Poppy would get on with our other older rescue Roxy, as it has to be right for both dogs. Lynne was absolutely supportive all the way though the process Poppy was booked on transportation, and I was so impressed with how the dogs were looked after on board the transport van. Lynne sent me details so I could track Poppy all the way through, and Lynne was on hand to answer any questions.
Poppy arrived safe and I was given all the relevant advice as to what to expect over the coming weeks. It takes time for dogs to decompress and realise they are safe and loved, which Poppy certainly is. Roxy has accepted Poppy and they play and sleep together, which is perfect.
My experience with Elcee’s has been brilliant. From when I was first looking for another dog I never felt rushed into any decisions. Foster with a view to adopt was the perfect way forward for me, with all the help and experience you could want. I can’t thank Elcee’s enough. They really do care about the dogs and work tirelessly to achieve the best homes for each dog.
I would totally recommend Elcee’s they really do care. 
We found the process of adopting Rocco a good experience.
Everyone involved at the Rescue has been helpful and supportive. Rocco’s foster parents were also helpful and supportive. The first week I would say is a settling down period. Lynne and Sandra and Carrie (foster Mum) were there to advise and offer support.
I would recommend Elcee’s Rescue to anyone interested in adopting a dog. We have been lucky with Rocco as he didn’t come with any issues we couldn’t cope with. Only small habits which can improve with a little training and time to implement.
We waited until I retired to adopt a dog, which has worked well for us. I would hope more people consider a rescue dog from Elcee’s Rescue, as they have so much love to give and with support and advice from the Rescue, it can be such a worthwhile move for everyone.
The form was easy to complete and I am glad they ask you a variety of questions, which personally I think is needed when getting a dog. Lynne made contact and asked for a video of the garden to ensure it is secure for a dog. We then arranged to go meet Florence and Lynne was lovely and welcoming. We took our current dog and Florence for a walk and luckily they got on. We then had a home check for the garden, which we passed, and then the final stage – the payments, the paperwork and a date to adopt.
Everything was straightforward and Lynne was there if I needed her and what I like is that they are always there for the future if needed. I would certainly recommend getting a dog from Elcee’s. They are so passionate about what they do and this is all done through fundraising. They are a special sort of people.
I cannot thank you enough for bringing Florence into our life. Keep up the good work. 
Being very keen not to let these lovely girls pass me by, I expressed my interest straight away. The very next day Lynne contacted me, and it was really clear how much Lynne wanted the best for these dogs. She talked me through their past and present circumstances in Romania. Lynne told me how happy the girls were when together, playing and comforting one another. I knew straight away I wanted to move ahead with the next steps to adoption.
Lynne talked me through the process and kept in touch with me throughout. The organisation of home checks and other elements of my application went seamlessly. Lynne helped us make arrangements for us to meet the girls, linking us to the foster carers, and we soon travelled to meet them. This gave us an opportunity to find out more, ask questions and spend time walking and playing with the girls in a safe environment. Members from the team also met with us to talk though the final stages of the adoption, confirming the things we needed to do and providing lots of advice.
The following day we brought home our lovely Wilma and Maisy (was Bailey). We were, and continue to be besotted with them both! Since the adoption Lynne and Sandra from Elcee’s rescue have stayed in touch – they have continued to offer support and advice, and have been happy to receive updates and photos of the girls as they are settling into their forever home.
From the beginning the process and on-going support have been fantastic – I have absolutely zero complaints. It is very clear the team are passionate about finding loving homes for the dogs in their care. We truly feel confident in having made the right decision welcoming Wilma and Maisy into our home and hearts, and would recommend Elcee’s Rescue to anyone looking to foster or adopt a furry companion.
Thank you so much for bringing us our girls, we love them so much. 
We asked if we could go and see her before we had the home inspection, which was agreed. Having met her, I messaged on the way home to say could we proceed. This was on a Saturday, and before we got home I received a message to advise that a home visit had been instructed. We were visited on Wednesday and passed inspection. We then went back up to Nottingham on the Friday and the rest is history.
We found the adoption very easy, friendly and quick. All fees and legalities were explained before we signed up for the adoption.
A note about Annie. We do have 2.5 acres of field and garden and she just loves having the room to run around and interact with our border collie. She is like a constant shadow, especially with my husband if he is doing anything interesting outside. She loves being outside but does not like staying out in the garden if we are not out there, even though Ben our collie is out there. She sleeps on her own bed but in our room and has done from Day 1. She does snore very loudly, well it’s a competition between her and my husband to see who can snore the loudest. She has gained weight and her coat is now very glossy.
She really is a beautiful dog and seems to be well entrenched in our family. She is very good on walks – she does like to chase deer and squirrel,s but is a good girl for coming back. She has a lot of toys which she loves playing with and has an extremely hearty appetite. She is very food orientated but I expect this comes from being in a shelter maybe and possibly having to fight for food.
Wishing you every success with the Rescue you are doing a wonderful job.
Lynne from the Rescue and Sue, our selected dog’s foster carer, made the process straightforward. We were able to meet Barney and see him in a home environment, which was important to us. Lynne provided guidance with the adoption and we have felt supported throughout the process, and continue to be as Barney settles into his new home with us.
From the very beginning, the team showed genuine care and commitment to making sure every step of the process was right for Rupert. They took every precaution to ensure he would be safe and happy — even going the extra mile (or flight!) to get to grips with his journey to the Isles of Scilly.
They were willing to step into the unknown and make it possible for a rescue dog to come all this way. Now that they’ve gained experience with this extra leg of the journey, I hope it will open the door for many more dogs to find loving homes here too.
A special mention must go to the home checker Beth, who was a fabulous volunteer throughout and clearly passionate about the dogs and their new families.
Rupert has settled beautifully and brings so much joy to our lives. We’re so grateful to Elcee’s for the care and dedication they put into giving rescue dogs the chance of a happy new life. The risk is most definitely worth the reward. 
We can’t thank the team enough for the love, care, and effort they put into every rescue. They don’t just change dogs’ lives — they change families’ lives too.
The team were warm, friendly, and clearly passionate about finding the right homes for their dogs. They were knowledgeable, patient, and always willing to help, no question was too small, and their dedication was truly heartwarming. They made sure Luna was the perfect match for me, and their support didn’t stop once the adoption was completed.
You can tell they genuinely care about both the dogs and the people they work with. I felt supported every step of the way. If you’re thinking about adoption, I can’t recommend Elcee’s Rescue highly enough.
Thanks to them, Luna is now a beloved part of our family.
We saw him online and immediately we knew we would love to adopt him. It was not long after that we had the opportunity to meet and greet him, which was a success! Not long after we were able to adopt him.
We had wonderful support from Carol and Lynne and Bertie has settled in well – it’s as if he has always lived with us.
It’s clear this lovely team want the dogs in their care to go to the right forever home from the get go. After adoption the team will contact you for updates and if you do take part in social media, to post on their ‘Dogs Living Their Best Life’ page. I do social media and it’s nice to show Olive to all the other dog-parents whilst she’s settling in.
My experience with Elcee’s Dog Rescue has been very positive. Thank you for letting us adopt Olive.
Sam is a fabulous character, very uncertain about the house living and sharing with 3 other dogs, but with a good routine he soon realised he was safe and his new dog friends weren’t a threat. Then as Sam had settled so well and was my shadow, I decided maybe adoption was the way forward. This was also straight forward with Lynne and Carol keeping in touch and answering any questions.
Sam is an absolute treasure after all he had been through .
We met them and decided there and then that we were doing the right thing. They came home with us the next day and they settled like a duck to water.
They are very dedicated to what they do and always have the dogs to the fore. I can’t thank them enough and Cleo is such a lovely little dog so full of character. xx
All the team are lovely. If you are successful, a team member will visit you and your property, mainly the garden to see its a secure environment. Ted also came to meet us and it felt like we had always known him. It was very informal and we all enjoyed meeting each other. All was discussed such as Ted’s age, that he had seen a vet in Romania, had been vaccinated and neutered, and had blood tests etc. He then came to UK.
The dogs are all very well cared for and everything is explained in a friendly manner. I was impressed with the whole process, one that the dogs are so carefully placed, which is important so they have a forever happy home, and two how easy it all was explained and actioned. I had not had a rescue dog before, although I have had dogs for most of my adult life, but would definitely recommend using Elcee’s Rescue for their care and attention to detail and for finding us our beautiful Ted .
He is very shy and nervous but is settling well and we are taking things very slowly. We are indebted to Elcee’s Rescue and in particular Lynne. The whole process was so supportive from our initial discussion, through the meet and greets with Lynne and Dylan, to our final adoption. We felt reassured throughout and our vet was very impressed with all our paperwork from Elcee’s and in particular the brucellosis testing.
Elcee’s Rescue may rescue dogs, but they also rescue us humans as well! We are eternally grateful for our lovely Dylan.
When I first expressed my interest in Fern, I was contacted really quickly (I think the same evening) and was given loads of information – not just about the adoption process, but also about Fern herself, her background, and what to expect. Fern had been found as a stray, treated poorly and was understandably cautious and shy. Fern was also found to be partially sighted.
Lynne was very honest in explaining that it wouldn’t be an easy process, but it would be worthwhile – and she has been absolutely right! She even drove for about an hour to bring Fern over, spent time with me and let me see how Fern interacted with my dog. We went for a little walk together and throughout the whole process she kept in touch, sent pictures, updates, asked how I felt – but never in a pushy way. It always felt supportive and reassuring, which I really appreciate,d compared to some rescues that can make you feel pressured.
Fern herself is the sweetest little soul. When she first arrived, she was so scared, she hid for hours and would flinch when touched. It’s broke my heart to see how fearful she was. However, little by little she has been getting braver every day. She follows my other dog around, and slowly started to come closer when I stroked her. She now will even come over for strokes herself. She has never shown any aggression – just pure gentleness – and now she has finally stopped flinching when I touch her. It’s honestly amazing to see her personality come out.
The bond between Fern and my other dog is also something I never expected – he has always been a bit anti-social with other dogs, not in an aggressive way, just more that he can’t be bothered if they get in his face. Normally he will just wander off to be near me or go off on his own, but she lies next to him and he lets her. They are getting closer every day and it is so lovely to watch.
Adopting Fern has honestly been one of the best things I have ever done. It isn’t easy – it takes patience and understanding – but it is one of the most fulfilling and rewarding experiences imaginable. Elcee’s were so up front and honest about what to expect, never sugar coating anything, and you can see how much they truly care about the dogs. Even Lynne’s husband got emotional when he dropped Fern off, which just shows the love they have for these animals.
Fern is now so loved, safe and happy and I’ll forever be grateful to Elcee’s for bringing her into my life. What they do is incredible – we need more people like them in the world.
The adoption process was amazing, we asked if we could trial Nero for a couple of days to see how he integrated with our cockapoo. We signed up as foster carers prior to that happening and then it transitioned into an adoption as he fit in like a glove. We were offered options if we wanted to hand him back until the adoption process was complete – they were willing to help us do what worked for us.
I am so incredibly grateful for the ongoing support by Elcee’s, they are keen to see his progress, and are at the end of the phone if we need any support. I would highly recommend Elcee’s Dog Rescue, they were and still are fabulous!
I spotted Loki on a rescue group that I’d been following for some time and the instant I saw him I just knew that I had to have him. I had the pleasure of speaking to Lynne at Elcee’s Rescue on the phone on several occasions and we communicated through messenger lots.
Although I have another rommie rescue the process was a little different as it was a Foster with a View to Adopt placement, and I was worried that it was going to be more complex than my other adoptees. However, Lynne took charge and went ahead and put everything in place for Loki and I, from liaising with the Romanian rescuer to arranging my home check, making sure that Loki’s vet checks and his passport and paperwork were all in order prior to him leaving Romania, and following his tracked journey to my home.
Despite running a rescue herself and therefore being incredibly busy, nothing was too much trouble for the ladies at ELCEE’S. It was reassuring that I was never waiting long for responses to questions that I had. I have no idea what this boy went through in his past as he was so traumatised on arrival and due to a leg amputation he’s still coming to terms with managing on 3 legs. He still doesn’t feel confident enough to come to me but when the time comes it will be so worth the wait.
I’m looking forward to showing him what it’s like to be loved, and to many new adventures. I would implore anyone who may have any doubts about adopting a physically or emotionally damaged soul to give them a chance…you won’t be disappointed.
I’ll be forever grateful to Lynne and Carol at ELCEE’S RESCUE for making this possible for both of us. xxxx
We have complete confidence in Elcee’s rescue and cannot recommend them enough, they are an amazing team !
We found a picture of gorgeous Jet on their pages and filled in an adoption form. Within an hour, I was contacted by Lynne who told us all about him. My husband and I went to meet him in his foster home and were made most welcome. The next step was to have a home visit, which happened very quickly.
We have had Jet several weeks now and he is exactly what we were looking for. A super happy little boy who gets on well with dog, cats and the grandchildren. I highly recommend Elcee’s and would not hesitate to adopt from them again
Lynne was so helpful with any questions or concerns we had, so much that she let us foster him first to make sure he got along with our other rescue, Pumpkin. It quickly became clear he and Pumpkin were going to get along fine, so we rang Lynne who arranged the paperwork for us to sign and it was as easy as that. We also have lifelong support from Elcee’s Rescue for anything that may crop up.
We would recommend anyone who is looking to give a home to a rescue dog to contact them.
It doesn’t stop there, support is there forever and there are Facebook groups to share photos/adventures.
Every step of the way was meticulously documented and professionally carried out, including making sure the right dog was matched to the right owners. Organisation of allpaperwork and adoption documentation, passport etc, was carried out by Lynne at Elcee’s and all was in order for the vet to register Nikita.
WE ABSOLUTELY RECOMMEND ELCEE’S RESCUE. 
Once both Elcee’s and I agreed that I was the right match for Mia, the rest of the process was incredibly smooth and straightforward. Everything moved quickly and efficiently. The documentation was transferred to me the very same day, and it was all handled with professionalism and care. I appreciated how simple and stress-free the process was, especially considering how important this step was in bringing such a special dog into my life.
It’s clear that Elcee’s puts the well-being of their dogs first and takes great care in matching them with the right adopters. I’m so grateful to have Mia in my life, and I can’t thank Elcee’s enough for making it all happen so seamlessly.
Highly recommend Elcee’s to anyone looking to adopt – you’ll be in great hands!
That night I completed the on line form as I’d seen Rosie and fell in love! The very next day I got a reply and telephone interview call. Within the week, my house had been checked and a date given for meeting her. At that meet a further 2 meetings were arranged at my house and within the month Rosie is now in her forever home! All done and dusted without a complicated procedure, despite us living in different counties! Rosie came with her passport, microchipped, spayed and medical history as they knew it and her chip was transferred within 3 days – you can’t get better than that!
I cannot fault the care and commitment Lynne has to finding the right match for their dogs and the professionalism shown throughout the process, including following up. The whole process has been an enjoyable journey.
Thank you – Gina Ward
He is currently fitting in with our family and his new buddy Jace (our dog) amazingly and we couldn’t be happier that we’ll be getting the opportunity to give him the life he deserves. It’s astonishing how well behaved he is to say he’s been taken in off the streets.
I just want to say a massive thank you to Lynne for letting us adopt this fluffy little bear and a huge thank you to Kellie, his foster mum, for making the adoption run so smoothly, with no hassle or stress, as we know you both also want him to go to the right home and which you have 100% found.
Elcee’s Rescue as a whole should be so proud with everything they are doing for these animals…. and lastly, a massive thank you from Benny that you’ve made this possible for him to finally live a meaningful life.
From Lisa, Joel, Mitch and pooch Jace
Her attitude was both warm, but also sensible and pragmatic, with finding the right fit for Molly at the fore. She carried out a great meet and greet and couldn’t have been more helpful in providing photos, answering any questions I had and clearly really cared about Molly who she had been fostering.
When we adopted her she ensured we were fully set up to give her the best care and there wasn’t a dry eye in the house… I hope we will keep in touch, so she can see how well Molly is getting on (she is already totally at home and couldn’t be more well behaved) and so that I can keep up with the great work that Elcee’s do. For a smaller rescue, they are making a fantastic impact and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.
From the start, communication with Elcee’s has been excellent and I was given a clear and full explanation of the fostering/adoption process. I was encouraged to ask for support if needed and they continue to be on hand to answer questions. Elcee’s genuinely have their dog’s safety and wellbeing at heart and work extremely hard to find safe, loving homes for their rescues.
I highly recommend Elcee’s Rescue and would like to thank Lynne and Carol for all their help and for making our adoption of Murphy a smooth process.
From the moment we saw the advertisement that she was looking to be adopted, we jumped on it as we fell in love with her instantly, especially after reading her sad start in life. The application was easy to complete and Elcee’s Rescue team and her lovely foster carer provided us with all the information we needed. They go above and beyond making sure the right family fits with the right dog. From the meet and greet to the final stages all went smoothly.
They are always there to support you after the adoption process. We are so lucky to have Bonnie in our family as she has fitted in with no issues. It feels like she was meant to be. It’s amazing to see her playing with our dogs and giving us cuddles.
I would highly recommend Elcee’s Dog Rescue if your looking for a dog as they go above and beyond to help these poor dogs and give them the life they deserve.
After being accepted to adopt, Elcee’s Rescue was fantastic and arranged a meet and greet with a lovely little dog, which sadly didn’t work out with my other dog. Elcee’s Rescue then helped me to find another dog, Clemmie, whose story was heart-breaking and she came to live with us on a foster to adopt basis. The foster process was thoroughly explained to me and during the foster period Elcee’s Rescue were very supportive and always available if I needed any help or advice.
Clemmie settled in straight away and after just a week we made her part of our family and she is now loving life on the farm. I would like to finish by saying Elcee’s Rescue have been amazing and a massive thank you to Lynne for all her help and support.
We now have 2 calm beautiful dogs from Elcee’s Rescue and we have been so lucky to have adopted them. We can’t thank them enough for the wonderful work that they do.
The foster-to-adopt process was easy and stress free. She was introduced to us, and settled straight in. She is now a part of our family. A beautiful dog from a great Rescue organisation.
Many thanks to Carol and Lynne – we can’t recommend these people enough.
Speaking to Lynne from the onset about what dog would best suit us and our family and then to speaking to and meeting Simba’s Foster Mum. A nice simple application form, a hassle free house check and then of course collecting our boy. Who I should add is an angel and is being spoilt rotten.
We gained a dog and also some friends which I know we will be keeping in touch with. 
The welfare of Lynne’s dogs is paramount to her, so match-making is taken seriously, ensuring each dog the best chance for a happy life. Lynne is a caring and compassionate lady and the support she has given throughout the adoption process has been outstanding.
Jelly has rescued me as much as I rescued her! She has settled in perfectly 
. I would urge anyone to rescue a dog from Elcee’s Rescue.
Thanks for everything, Jo & Jelly
We can’t thank them enough! I would recommend them to anyone! Patricia Whitton and Peter Parker!
After losing our beautiful dog Maxi after 15 years of having such a lovely time with him, we felt so sad. Then, a lovely friend of mine told me about Elcee’s, and now my husband and I are welcoming the gorgeous Max into our lives! The process has been very easy and the people who dedicate their time to these dog’s welfare make the process so very easy. These lovely dogs are crying out for their forever homes, and we know Max is going to bring us lots of joy and good times and from us he will get all the love and care he deserves.
I hope by writing this, another dog that hasn’t had the best time so far, will find out that life with the right people can be and wonderful and loving experience.
Thank you to all who make it possible, to give better lives to the dogs that they rescue. 
We arranged to meet Matilda and her lovely fosterer at a mutually convenient place and fell in love with Matilda as soon as we saw her. We have 2 existing dogs at home and the introduction process was hard at first. Matilda took to our youngest dog the most and wants only to play with her, but she doesn’t have a stop button so it has taken a lot of understanding, hard work and patience to show Matilda she cannot rule the roost and that Daisy, our other dog, has to be allowed to ‘say no’ to Matilda and have her own space, which is ongoing. Matilda just loves Daisy so much!
Matilda is the sweetest happiest little dog and loves us all to bits, as we do her. For us, rescue is the best and only way to have a dog. The love and gratitude they give is overwhelming, especially when you know the terrible lives they have come from.
To see her happy little face and constantly wagging tail every day is the biggest reward ever. Thank you Elcee’s. Xxxx
Now what happens if you cannot find a suitable companion in this country and you need to look further afield? We did a Google search and saw some lovely looking terriers in Romania looking for their forever homes, but without actually meeting them how do you know if they are the dog for you? Total trust and an honest description is essential to give confidence to take the next step.
We expressed an interest in Stanley as we liked the look of him and so we set the wheels in motion. Lots of communications between us, multiple questions asked and promptly answered, home check organised. We felt very confident that Stanley was the dog for us and, probably more importantly, Elcee’s were confident that we would provide a suitable home for him.
Before Stanley could leave Romania he had to have a clean bill of health, which involved blood tests and a certificate of good health. Fortunately he passed with flying colours, and he was on his way! Stanley left Romania on the Saturday morning and was delivered to our house in the early hours of Wednesday morning after a mammoth van journey. A massive wee in the garden and a meeting with “Taff ” our Welsh Springer and we were all ready for a good night’s sleep.
I am delighted to report that Stanley and Taff played together and soon became the best of mates, he is perfectly house trained and we could not have made a better choice. Stanley has been with us for almost 3 months now and we look forward to a long and happy life together. We are impressed by Elcee’s, for not only finding Stanley for us, but also their continued concern for him and us to make sure our good relationship continues.
My sincere thanks to Lynne and Jayne for giving us the chance to add to our family the gorgeous Teddy. The whole process and support given was absolutely fantastic. We were very nervous and didn’t have a clue. The checks and thoroughness of Elcee’s is outstanding. The whole process is easy and the outcome for these beautiful dogs is so worthwhile. Better than the RSPCA etc because the communication is great!
Thank you Lynne and Carol, our family is complete and Elcee’s is still there as support.
Initially, cousin Sophie was here over Christmas and did show Willow a few things to do. Sophie has now gone and Willow has now got her own routines. Several small walks with no problems, she doesn’t seem to respond to her name very well yet but comes to a whistle and a little treat (tiny piece of cheese) for responding. She has her own mind, but that’s fine, and she is very loving and doesn’t seem to be fretting at all. She is now eating her pedigree sachets and enjoying them. She lies looking out window and is barking at squirrels – she was chasing them with Sophie, but no more squirrels at the moment. Will keep in touch.
Thank you for such an easy and smooth adoption.
We applied for a little dog called Joey whose picture stole our hearts. After losing our gorgeous Ralphie a year ago, it was time. Lynne and Jayne were very thorough about everything (my work hours, Paul’s work hours, walking and family situation). It was then suggested that as Joey is young and full of energy he would benefit from another similar age and size dog to share life with – so beautiful Lexi was added to our family!
We had a home check and then a meeting with both dogs to see if we were suitable. We met the most amazing people, Julie who was fostering Joey, and Rick who was fostering Lexi, and also Carol, one of the owners of Elcee’s. When we first saw the dogs it was love at first sight! A date was set for collecting them both, where we also met Lynne, the other owner of Elcee’s.
We couldn’t be happier with the two beautiful dogs we now have. I will be totally honest, it’s a very slow process (as you would expect organising two dogs in 2 different locations etc). These ladies /men absolutely want the best for their dogs. They are fully assessed in their foster homes, and you have many phone interviews to see what kind of people you are and whether the dog would be suited to the home and lifestyle we could offer.
We think the rescue has been amazing and would highly recommended, if you genuinely want to give a dog (or two 
) a forever home.
Thank you all again Dawn & Paul Lexi & Joey Xxxx
After trying a few other rescues, unsuccessfully, Elcee’s Rescue was a breath of fresh air and I would highly recommend them.
Both Carol and Lynne were very thorough and ensure the actions taken are in the best interest of the dog and the adopter. The process from the initial point of contact to when we received Ted has been great. Support has been provided throughout the process and still now that we have Ted.
Ted is so well behaved, his Foster has done a fabulous job. He’s settling in very nicely. Thank you Elcee’s Rescue!
