Shelter News
Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter
360 Haywood Road
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
(609) 978-0127
Stella was adopted!
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Red Walking Help Needed
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Linda Cook was named Volunteer of the Year at the Annual Meeting last Saturday!
Photos were taken of each volunteer in attendance to be used as a directory so everyone can identify a fellow volunteer.
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Elvis knows how to cope with a rainy, chilly day. From Dawn
From Joan:
As volunteers we are exposed to some amazing experiences with shelter animals. Over the past 7 1/2 years I have grown, emotionally and personally, because of my involvement with the animals that find themselves at our shelter. I've learned patience; quietly sitting in kennels with shy or frightened dogs, realizing that it's not always words that heal heal, but simply a gentle touch or look, an offering of food, or a lap to curl up in. I've learned kindness; how it will gradually gain trust in a dog that may have had nothing but unhappiness in their life. I've learned that offering love can bring a tail up and encourage it to wag.
Being a dog lover, though, wasn't enough. I wanted to learn how to connect more deeply, and reach the ones that seemed hopeless. It was a challenge offered me by every dog in the shelter, and one I gladly accepted.This is what lead me to become a dog trainer. I may not have complete control over their environment, but I could help them better cope with shelter life by providing simple comforts and a walk. Providing some obedience training would not only help to give them confidence, but make them more adoptable.
My challenge later expanded to the dogs that had been adopted and needed help adjusting to a new home and new environment. Offering training at the home was the next obvious step. I wanted to help to families better understand their new pet and their behaviors, and help increase the bond between human and dog.
I have helped many families and adopted dogs, but there was one I was not very sure of, and that was the adoption of Molly, our Joyce. Molly is a young, active, sweet Pit bull mix with lots of energy and love to share. She was adopted by an older couple, Gus and Betty, over 2 months ago. I was there that day, and knowing Molly's energy level, I was not confident that they could handle her. I tried to convince them that this dog was not for them, but Gus was insistent. So I offered a free training session to help them. I admit I misjudged these people. They have such an incredible connection and love for Molly, they are the best pet parents I could have hoped for. Molly wants for nothing, she lives in a beautiful home, has a comfy bed, lots of toys, and gets plenty of exercise. Gus and Betty have implemented all the training I have provided, and Molly has proved to be a quick learner. Gus frequently calls me to brag about how smart Molly is, how she learned to wait at the door, how she learned to focus on him, and how well she learned to "leave it". Gus insists that they got the best shelter dog in the world, and they can't imagine life without her. Gus walks Molly 2 miles every day. He also takes her to a fenced in field where she can run, and they play hide and seek. Molly does not like it when Gus is out of her sight and she comes running back to find him. Betty and Molly also have a very strong bond, and Molly follows her everywhere around the house, but is just as content to lay at Betty's feet. They have continued with Molly's training and want her to be the best dog she can be. Molly has an amazing home with Gus and Betty, and I know her life will continue to grow to be more wonderful. Molly is the devoted companion they need in their lives, and Molly has the people she needs. I am privileged to share in the special happiness that develops between family and dog.
This is our ultimate reward for being volunteers.
Our souls and our passion are strong enough to improve the lives of shelter animals. Our hearts are replenished with each bond we make, and with every adoption we have helped achieve.
Molly
Before his haircut
Barney
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Our Pet Food Pantry is cur
rently located at the Ocean Community Church (72W) on Wednesday mornings between 10 am and 12 noon. The Church volunteers are thrilled to have dog and cat food to distribute. Please pass around to friends and family that we need ongoing pet food donations (smaller bags, if possible, would be helpful). Please drop any food at the Shelter. If you have any questions, please call Claire at 609-549-5243.
Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter
360 Haywood Road
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
(609) 978-0127
Stella was adopted!
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Red Walking Help Needed
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| Linda Cook was named Volunteer of the Year at the Annual Meeting last Saturday!
Photos were taken of each volunteer in attendance to be used as a directory so everyone can identify a fellow volunteer.
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Elvis knows how to cope with a rainy, chilly day. From Dawn
From Joan:
As volunteers we are exposed to some amazing experiences with shelter animals. Over the past 7 1/2 years I have grown, emotionally and personally, because of my involvement with the animals that find themselves at our shelter. I've learned patience; quietly sitting in kennels with shy or frightened dogs, realizing that it's not always words that heal heal, but simply a gentle touch or look, an offering of food, or a lap to curl up in. I've learned kindness; how it will gradually gain trust in a dog that may have had nothing but unhappiness in their life. I've learned that offering love can bring a tail up and encourage it to wag.
Being a dog lover, though, wasn't enough. I wanted to learn how to connect more deeply, and reach the ones that seemed hopeless. It was a challenge offered me by every dog in the shelter, and one I gladly accepted.This is what lead me to become a dog trainer. I may not have complete control over their environment, but I could help them better cope with shelter life by providing simple comforts and a walk. Providing some obedience training would not only help to give them confidence, but make them more adoptable.
My challenge later expanded to the dogs that had been adopted and needed help adjusting to a new home and new environment. Offering training at the home was the next obvious step. I wanted to help to families better understand their new pet and their behaviors, and help increase the bond between human and dog.
I have helped many families and adopted dogs, but there was one I was not very sure of, and that was the adoption of Molly, our Joyce. Molly is a young, active, sweet Pit bull mix with lots of energy and love to share. She was adopted by an older couple, Gus and Betty, over 2 months ago. I was there that day, and knowing Molly's energy level, I was not confident that they could handle her. I tried to convince them that this dog was not for them, but Gus was insistent. So I offered a free training session to help them. I admit I misjudged these people. They have such an incredible connection and love for Molly, they are the best pet parents I could have hoped for. Molly wants for nothing, she lives in a beautiful home, has a comfy bed, lots of toys, and gets plenty of exercise. Gus and Betty have implemented all the training I have provided, and Molly has proved to be a quick learner. Gus frequently calls me to brag about how smart Molly is, how she learned to wait at the door, how she learned to focus on him, and how well she learned to "leave it". Gus insists that they got the best shelter dog in the world, and they can't imagine life without her. Gus walks Molly 2 miles every day. He also takes her to a fenced in field where she can run, and they play hide and seek. Molly does not like it when Gus is out of her sight and she comes running back to find him. Betty and Molly also have a very strong bond, and Molly follows her everywhere around the house, but is just as content to lay at Betty's feet. They have continued with Molly's training and want her to be the best dog she can be. Molly has an amazing home with Gus and Betty, and I know her life will continue to grow to be more wonderful. Molly is the devoted companion they need in their lives, and Molly has the people she needs. I am privileged to share in the special happiness that develops between family and dog.
This is our ultimate reward for being volunteers.
Our souls and our passion are strong enough to improve the lives of shelter animals. Our hearts are replenished with each bond we make, and with every adoption we have helped achieve.
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| Molly |
Before his haircut
Barney
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Our Pet Food Pantry is cur
rently located at the Ocean Community Church (72W) on Wednesday mornings between 10 am and 12 noon. The Church volunteers are thrilled to have dog and cat food to distribute. Please pass around to friends and family that we need ongoing pet food donations (smaller bags, if possible, would be helpful). Please drop any food at the Shelter. If you have any questions, please call Claire at 609-549-5243.
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April $5 Challenge - 1,000 New iGive Members a Day Mean $5 Donations for Friends of Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter
Spring is finally here. To celebrate, we'll donate $5 per new member supporting Friends of Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter in the month of April. No purchase necessary. In other words, for free. If a new member supports a different group, we'll donate $5 to that group.
Here's the challenge. iGive must get at least 1,000 new members a day (supporting any cause, it doesn't need to be yours) in April. They need to try the free and optional iGive Button through 7/15/14.
In our best months, we'll get 1,000 to 1,500 people joining each day. What we're hoping is that you'll tell all of your friends, even those friends who might support causes or charities different from your favorite. That'll make April a Best Month.
Why share with your friends? -
When they shop, they'll help Friends of Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter or their own favorite cause. Why not let them take advantage of over 1,400 stores that want to help?
The average shopper is raising over $30 - $100 a year for their cause ... all for free.
It's simple and automatic..
Five bucks free, just for trying us out.
The more iGive members, the better the deals we can get from stores.
Spread your iGive link everywhere (Facebook's a great way, but Twitter, e-mail, blogs, bulletin boards, and handouts all work).
Use your special link:
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April $5 Challenge - 1,000 New iGive Members a Day Mean $5 Donations for Friends of Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter
Spring is finally here. To celebrate, we'll donate $5 per new member supporting Friends of Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter in the month of April. No purchase necessary. In other words, for free. If a new member supports a different group, we'll donate $5 to that group.
Here's the challenge. iGive must get at least 1,000 new members a day (supporting any cause, it doesn't need to be yours) in April. They need to try the free and optional iGive Button through 7/15/14.
In our best months, we'll get 1,000 to 1,500 people joining each day. What we're hoping is that you'll tell all of your friends, even those friends who might support causes or charities different from your favorite. That'll make April a Best Month.
Why share with your friends? -
When they shop, they'll help Friends of Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter or their own favorite cause. Why not let them take advantage of over 1,400 stores that want to help?
The average shopper is raising over $30 - $100 a year for their cause ... all for free.
It's simple and automatic..
Five bucks free, just for trying us out.
The more iGive members, the better the deals we can get from stores.
Spread your iGive link everywhere (Facebook's a great way, but Twitter, e-mail, blogs, bulletin boards, and handouts all work).
Use your special link:
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Dog Walking Schedule:
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 try to notify me of your walking plans by Sunday night each week, if possible. You may also call, e-mail, or text me at 709-4140 by 8:30 a.m. on the day you wish to come in. I will then put you on the schedule and notify the shelter. You may come in as long as there aren't already the maximum number of walkers on that particular day or shift.
Maximum number of walkers in the morning is 6 at one time, 4 in the afternoon.
Please make sure no dogs are left outside or in the meet-and-greet room when the last volunteer leaves.
REMINDER: Every Tuesday is surgery day. Find out who is having surgery when you come to walk the dogs.
New Red Walker Policy: New red walkers must be accompanied by another red walker for a period of several weeks. New red walkers have a double asterisk by their names.
Day
Date
AM – 6 max
AM
AM
PM – 4 max
PM - 4 max
Thur
5/1
Kelly: 9:15-12
Jennifer: 9-11
Rosemary & Bob: 9-11
Donna: 1-3
Lori: 1-3
Elisa: 1-3
Fri
5/2
Louise: 9-12
Joe: 9-11
Donna: 1-3
Lori: 1-3
Sat
5/3
Lori: 1-3
Sun
5/4
Linda: 9-12
Lori: 9-11
Mon
5/5
Ken: 9-10
Tue
5/6
Carol: 1-2:30
Wed
5/7
Ken: 9-10
Thur
5/8
Those scheduled for surgery are to receive a short walk only in the morning and NO TREATS or food.
***As per management, please remove one of the martingales from the dogs, leaving one on at the end of the day, and always take off harnesses. Never leave one on at the end of the day. Thanks so much.***
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New Volunteer Orientation 10:30 am sharp
1st Friday of each month, conducted by Dave
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.
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
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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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Dog Walking Schedule:
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 try to notify me of your walking plans by Sunday night each week, if possible. You may also call, e-mail, or text me at 709-4140 by 8:30 a.m. on the day you wish to come in. I will then put you on the schedule and notify the shelter. You may come in as long as there aren't already the maximum number of walkers on that particular day or shift.
Maximum number of walkers in the morning is 6 at one time, 4 in the afternoon.
Please make sure no dogs are left outside or in the meet-and-greet room when the last volunteer leaves.
Day
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Date
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AM – 6 max
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AM
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AM
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PM – 4 max
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PM - 4 max
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Thur
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5/1
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Kelly: 9:15-12
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Jennifer: 9-11
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Rosemary & Bob: 9-11
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Donna: 1-3
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Lori: 1-3
Elisa: 1-3
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Fri
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5/2
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Louise: 9-12
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Joe: 9-11
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Donna: 1-3
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Lori: 1-3
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Sat
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5/3
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Lori: 1-3
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Sun
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5/4
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Linda: 9-12
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Lori: 9-11
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Mon
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5/5
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Ken: 9-10
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Tue
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5/6
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Carol: 1-2:30
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Wed
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5/7
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Ken: 9-10
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Thur
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5/8
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***As per management, please remove one of the martingales from the dogs, leaving one on at the end of the day, and always take off harnesses. Never leave one on at the end of the day. Thanks so much.***
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New Volunteer Orientation 10:30 am sharp
1st Friday 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
**************************************************************
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
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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
Boo
Bernard
The Fonz--ADOPTED
Leo
Mokey--ADOPTED
Selena
Cookie--ADOPTED
Chloe--ADOPTED
Fluffy
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Petsmart News from Peggy O.
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Petsmart News from Peggy O.
At Petsmart and ready for adoption:
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
Barney, 10-year-old Yorkie
Yellow
Patches, 9-year-old Pointer mix
Kids 5 or older
Red
Anderson, 6- to 7-year-old Pit bull
Kids 5 or older
DOUBLE Red
In Foster Care or Boarded and Available
through the Friends' Rescue
Bear, 11-year-old Akita/Lab mix--in foster
Kids 5 or older
Becker, 4-year-old Boxer mix
no small kids, no cats
B Side
NOT Adoptable Dogs
Awaiting temperament test or reclaim:
Green
Yellow
Sadie--Rescue Only
Red
Dallas-Rescue Only
Double Red
Check to see if dog is walkable before taking out.
Green
Barney, 10-year-old Yorkie
Yellow
Patches, 9-year-old Pointer mix
Kids 5 or older
Red
Anderson, 6- to 7-year-old Pit bull
Kids 5 or older
DOUBLE Red
In Foster Care or Boarded and Available
through the Friends' Rescue
Bear, 11-year-old Akita/Lab mix--in foster
Kids 5 or older
Becker, 4-year-old Boxer mix
no small kids, no cats
B Side
NOT Adoptable Dogs
Awaiting temperament test or reclaim:
Green
Yellow
Sadie--Rescue Only
Red
Dallas-Rescue Only
Double Red
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PLEASE take a moment to watch this video to understand how to use HL correctly.
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!
PLEASE take a moment to watch this video to understand how to use HL correctly.
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 Kelly at kellyhennessy613@gmail.com. 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.
***********EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY***********
All volunteers must wear either their ID badge or a volunteer T-shirt.
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Green walkers, please look for volunteers with the red dot on their badge. They will help you with anything you need.
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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.
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.
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 Kelly at kellyhennessy613@gmail.com. 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.
***********EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY***********
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.
When walking dogs, please do not allow dogs to jump up onto any vehicles.
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.
