Shelter News
Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter
360 Haywood Road
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
(609) 978-0127
No adoptions, but a lot of surgeries and rabies vaccinations!
Two new dogs also came in, but details will wait until tomorrow.
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PLEASE make sure any dogs outside and
in the meet-and-greet room
are returned to their indoor kennels
before the last volunteer leaves.
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Thursday's Update from Dave:
A day late and an update short, but anyway, hey Happy Birthday to the foundation of the volunteer walking program, a foundation like brick and mortar. There are those who" talk the talk", and a bunch who 'walk the walk', and we who walk still (and take care of all those in the cat room, too) learned a bunch from a person who showed us "inspiration through perspiration," so happy birthday. I hope you are well,
Yesterday, even though the B side is jammed, there are rescues on the horizon, hopefully very soon. My stubborn little donkey friend, Olive; she really bounces when you get her out, less and less carrying back. She likes dogs so that's always a huge plus for any dog there. Got a few B siders out for photos and introductions.
Hey, be aware: Lulu and Casey Jones are look-a-likes, so, be aware. KNOW WHO YOU'VE GOT; that's job #1 and Job # 2, is, well, of course, number 2, if you get the drift!!
Had the amusing, entertaining, and fun-filled task and opportunity to have a morning with 3 of the most lovable pitties/pit mix you could imagine (that's all pitties, I know, but wow, this crowd!!). The fabulous Butch, who should really be named " Sugarheartedsweetiemushtotally
Also, Had Guinness outside. He's adding weight, which is good, and I used the green sweater on him. He didn't mind, just doesn't have the body that stays warm out without it. He has a little pep in the step too! I never figured a Doberman for the playful type, but he startled me with the play bow and all. Lanie didn't love her sweater, but i think it was due to the fit; it was too big. Fussy lady, that one!!
All righty, that's it. Good work yesterday, Carol, Ken, and Bri. See ya out there. Dave
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There are going to be far too many available dogs for me to show you all of the pictures I've taken over the past couple of weeks, but here are at least a couple of each dog:
Barry, Beagle
Casey Jones
Olive, Bull Terrier
Butch, Pit bull puppy
Guinness, Doberman
Bow Wow, Yorkie. First two were before Fran got her hands on him.
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After a cleanup.   Kisses    Owen    Nikki   Dora and Rascal  Dora **************************************************************** |
From Facebook:
We wanted to share that the Friends of Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter and your great work is featured in the new bestseller The Divinity of Dogs, by author and animal advocate Jennifer Skiff. A must read for any dog lover and a percentage of the author's profits will go to animal charities. To learn more about the book please visit our Facebook page or www.jenniferskiff.com.
We are mentioned from pages 173-175 where a dog named Lilly is the subject of one of the stories.
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From Connie:
Also e-mail Connie if you are able to help manning the table.
We also need a Santa from 1:30-4!
***HO HO HO!!! ***
This Saturday and next get your SANTA PHOTO WITH YOUR FURBABY!!
at PETSMART in Manahawkin!!! ONLY 10.00!! ALSO OUR HOLIDAY BAKE SALE!!!
This Saturday and next will be our COOKIE SWAP!!! COOKIES BY THE DOZEN FOR
SALE!!! 11-4 So bring some cookies to help out and bring your pets to meet Santa!!!
PLEASE DON'T WALK IN THE WOODS BEHIND THE SHELTER...IT IS HUNTING
SEASON AND UNTIL WE GET THE CLEARANCE FROM THE WALTERS GROUP
TO POST NO HUNTING SIGNS...LETS JUST BE SAFE!! THANKS SO MUCH...
Also e-mail Connie if you are able to help manning the table.
We also need a Santa from 1:30-4!
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Our Food Pantry at the shelter could use a little boost!!! We need dog, puppy, cat, and kitten food!! We have five drop-off spots, too:
The shelter in Manahawkin, SBR Tire Exchange in Manahawkin, Lucky's Bed and Biscuit in Manahawkin, Uncle Wills Pancake House in Beach Haven, and Wally Mitchells Restaurant in Surf City.
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Hi Dog Walkers, If you will, please get the days and times you will be able to walk dogs in the upcoming week to Joanne Eckert no later than Sunday night each week. I need to turn in the schedule to the HD on Monday mornings. Thanks so much for volunteering your time for the animals! It is greatly appreciated!!
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Love our dogs? Then adopt one as a Shelter Pup and FRIENDS will get a portion of the sale! Shelter Pups has turned a select group of dogs from our shelter into amazing and realistic plush pups. Check out Casper and wonderful Sherman! It's a great way to “adopt” one of our dogs and help our volunteer FRIENDS group at the same time. Shelter Pups can also make customs of your very own dog. Check it out and bring one of our dogs home as a Shelter Pup!
www.shelterpups.com
These stuffed dogs and puppies need your help! Our stuffed dog shelter is literally stuffed with with cute and realistic plush dogs begging for a good home. Adopt a stuffed plush animal for fun, and rescue one for real.
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Anyone who needs a T-shirt, please e-mail Debbie at nyrfan12@aol.com. Debbie will be taking over for Erma. Send her the size you need, and she'll leave it in the locker room with your name attached.
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All new walkers may walk green dogs on their own once they have gone through orientation. New walkers may walk yellow dogs once they have been with a red walker and told by the red walker they are okay to move on.
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All volunteers must wear either their ID badge or a volunteer T-shirt.
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From SOCAF Management:
All dogs need to be walked with two leashes at all times, whether they are being walked from the pen to their runs, or just a few feet. No excuses, please!
The dogs must be on county property at all times when being walked. They cannot be walked IN the street or across the street.
Smoking is not allowed while walking dogs.
NEW: When walking dogs, please do not allow dogs to jump up onto any vehicles.
NEW: When walking dogs, please do not allow dogs to jump up onto any vehicles.
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TO ALL VOLUNTEERS:
If you see a dog limping, notice a lump, blood in the stool, etc., anything out of the ordinary, or if there is an incident with the dog, be sure to notify the supervisors, document the incident, and put it into the dog's file, keeping a copy for yourself.
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Dog Walking Schedule:
Please check the dog-walking schedule below.
There are many days and time slots with little or no coverage.
Please e-mail me with the days and times you are able to cover.
If no one can cover, the dogs will either not get out in the morning or have to go back inside early on those days.
The minimum number of walkers needed by 9:00 a.m. is two in order to handle the task of getting dogs out for their first morning walk.
Volunteers are really needed early in the morning, 9:00 a.m. every day! Even if you can only help for a half hour or an hour, it would help.
The dogs are color coded. New volunteers may NOT walk Red dogs. Please pay attention to the color coding and the cage cards. Red walkers' names in red type.
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Important: Please do not sign up for a shift if you aren't sure you can make it! Other volunteers come in if there isn't enough coverage. Some people have signed up for shifts and have been either late or not shown up at all. We really need at least two people early in the morning--9:00--to get everyone out.
*Please make sure you notify me of your walking plans by Sunday night each week!
If you don't know your availability a week in advance and see we need help the next day, just send me an e-mail by 10 p.m. the night before, and I will put you on the schedule and notify the shelter.
Maximum number of walkers in the morning is 6 at one time, 4 in the afternoon.
*Please make sure you notify me of your walking plans by Sunday night each week!
If you don't know your availability a week in advance and see we need help the next day, just send me an e-mail by 10 p.m. the night before, and I will put you on the schedule and notify the shelter.
Maximum number of walkers in the morning is 6 at one time, 4 in the afternoon.
To All Dog Walkers:
Please pay attention to the DO NOT WALK SIGNS!
If a card says do not walk, always ask management
before assuming the dog is walkable. This can change daily
depending on the dog's progress or health; therefore,
it is very important to always ask first.
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AM – 6 max
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PM – 4 max
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PM
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Sat
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12/8
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John: 9-11
Casey: 9-12
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Kathy: 9-12
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Karen: 9-12
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Muervet: 1-4
Debbie: 1-4
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Erma: 1-4
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Sun
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12/9
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John: 9-11
Linda: 9-12
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Kathy: 9-12
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Casey: 9-12
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Debbie: 1-4
Muervet: 1-4
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Erma: 1-4
Jen: 1-4
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12/11
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Ken: 9-10
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12/12
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Thur
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12/13
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Ken: 9-10
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Pat: 2-4
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Sat
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12/15
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John: 9-11
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New Volunteer Orientation 10:30 am sharp
1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, conducted by Dave
3rd. Sunday of each month, conducted by Casey.
3rd. Sunday of each month, conducted by Casey.
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Dog Walking: Volunteer hours are every day from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., 5 p.m. on Wednesdays.
Cat volunteer hours are every day from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
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This blog is not an official publication of the Ocean County Health Department and the views expressed therein do not reflect in any way the official policies and/or opinion of the Ocean County Board of Health and/or the Ocean County Health Department, who are not responsible for its contents.
Meet our group!
The Friends of the Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter
Click here for our website to learn more:
President and Founder Dottie Reynolds
Vice President Kathy Gross
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Friends are on Facebook.
Friends are on Facebook.
Click here to join.
We have a Wish List on Amazon!
You can see it here: http://www.amazon.com/registry/wishlist/2QHTG5OOWSDVF/ref=cm_sw_r_fa_ws_1pRtpb03PX8NV
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Check out our dogs and cats on Petfinder: http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/NJ174.html
Check out our dogs and cats on Petfinder: http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/NJ174.html
FOSTER HELP NEEDED!!!
From Susan:
We are looking for volunteers to foster cats that need medical attention. Medicine is usually administered from between 10-14 days. This is not a very difficult thing to do. You need a separate room to keep the cat away from your pets.
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KITTEN FOSTERS NEEDED
If interested in helping out, please contact the shelter at socaf@ochd.org.
From Susan:
To all volunteers who wish to socialize with the cats when I am not there, PLEASE take only one cat out at a time. Cats that should not be taken out have an X with a circle around the X. These cats need time to adjust to the shelter.
Thank You, Susan
SOCAF's Gallery of Glorious Cats
Special Thanks to Jennifer for taking these pics and for keeping us updated as to which cats are where.
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Available Cats
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Petsmart News from Peggy O.
At Petsmart and ready for adoption:
Sadie--ADOPTED
Disco--ADOPTED
Jack
Baby
Petsmart News from Peggy O.
At Petsmart and ready for adoption:
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Green= Easy (walks slow, easy to handle)
Yellow= Moderate difficulty (Pulls, jumpy, active)
Red= Difficult (Strong, Pulls very hard when walking or cage fighter)
Check to see if dog is walkable before taking out.
GREEN
Wolfie, 8-year-old Shiba Inu
no cats, no dogs, no kids under 15
Bow-Wow, male Yorkie
Casey Jones, 11-month-old Lab/Bassett mix
no kids under 7
Barry, Beagle
Three Lhasa Apsos: Max, 6 years old
Dora, 6 years old
Rascal, 7 years old - Rescue found for all 3
Chi-Kee, female Chihuahua
Kisses, 4-month-old brindle Pit puppy
Yellow
Lanie, 1-year-old Pit bull,
no cats or dogs
Butch, 6-month-old male Pit bull puppy
Nikki, 7-year-old Am. Bulldog/Dalmatian mix
Lulu, 1-year-old Lab mix, stray from Lacey
Red
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Mirage, 4-year-old black and white Husky
No kids under 15
Owen,1-year-old Pit mix
No kids under 15, no cats, no dogs
Yellow
Bamber, brown Pit stray from Lacey
No dogs, no cats
In ISO
Rescue found
Red
Rex, 8- or 9-year-old Tan Pit--RESCUE Only
Keep away from other dogs
Neeko, 11-month-old German Shepherd/Bulldog mix
NOT WALKABLE
QUARANTINE
Being Fostered at Camp Bow Wow
 Shelter News sent by Joanne Eckert |
Benjamin, Pit bull
Female Shih-tzu stray from Berkeley
Angie, Black and white 4- 5-month-old Pit bull
Rescue Only
Olive, Bull Terrier - Rescue
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