"One of the Ten Best Documentaries of 2003" The Boston Phoenix "Engrossing" TV Guide "What makes one want to keep watching is Ms. Sternberg's unflinching willingness to confront the problem of unwanted dogs, and the unflinching eye of Cynthia Wade, the film's director." The New York Times "One might expect Shelter Dogs would appeal only to PETA and pet lovers, but Cynthia Wade's heartfelt, surprisingly suspenseful pic ... has plenty to say about society in general, with moral issues getting more complicated, not less. This should keep them panting at docu fests for quite some time." Variety "Astonishing ... a stirring, emotional, irresistible portrait... unforgettable" The Boston Phoenix "A forceful message that every dog's life is a miracle." Orlando Weekly "Riveting ... a tight and artful work" San Francisco Weekly "Compelling.... Not easy viewing, but excellent film." Detroit Free Press "Remarkably uncompromising and intelligent" Canadian Eye Weekly "One of the best documentaries shown this year" Durango Herald "Powerful and provocative" BARK Magazine "A must see ... unflinchingly honest" Baltimore City Paper "A truly eye-opening documentary ... Shelter Dogs is a must-see for any 'bona fido' animal lover." Vancouver Sun "Poignant and heartwarming" The Dallas Morning News "A film well worth seeing ... audience members will leave the theater with a renewed appreciation for these four-legged beings who give us so much, and with feelings of awe at shelter workers' commitment and ability to manage agonizing challenges every day." Marin Independent Journal "Compelling ...a fine reminder of the expansiveness of both the human and canine spirit." Marin Scope and Mill Valley Herald "Immensely powerful" Canadian Globe and Mail "Heartfelt ... The film's mix of compassion and reality makes for a captivating blend that never becomes strident or preachy." The Arizona Republic "Startlingly heartfelt ... reality programming at its best" The Georgia Straight "Expertly photographed and scored" Dahlonega International Film Festival "Highly recommended" Durango Telegraph ©2004 Red Hen Productions, Inc. All Rights Reserved.