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SAVE, A Friend to Homeless Animals

Animal shelter in Skillman, NJ

Founded in 1941 by the third female graduate from Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, SAVE is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit animal shelter dedicated to protecting the health and welfare of homeless companion animals in the greater Princeton area and beyond. Through six core programs of Rescue, Shelter, Health and Welfare, Spay/Neuter, Foster and Adoption.

The SAVE shelter facility has the capacity to house upwards of 100 animals at a time (approximately 75 cats and 25 dogs). The shelter exceeds no-kill benchmark standards and ensures that adoptable animals facing adversity are given a lifeline, a chance to flourish, and the promise of a better tomorrow.

Contact Heather Achenbach
Address
1010 Route 601
Skillman, NJ 08558
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Adoptable pets at SAVE, A Friend to Homeless Animals

We'll also keep you updated on Venom's adoption status with email updates.
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Venom

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Skillman, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Voodoo's adoption status with email updates.
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Voodoo

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Skillman, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Athos's adoption status with email updates.
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Athos

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Skillman, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Porthos's adoption status with email updates.
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Porthos

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Skillman, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Mace's adoption status with email updates.
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Mace

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Young
Skillman, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Davina's adoption status with email updates.
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Davina

Siberian Husky

Female, Senior
Skillman, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Martin's adoption status with email updates.
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Martin

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Skillman, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Jelly Roll's adoption status with email updates.
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Jelly Roll

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Skillman, NJ

Shelter FAQs

SAVE prioritizes adoptions within a 2 hr driving distance of the shelter

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Approve Application
  • 3. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

Additional adoption info

SAVE is a member of the Pets for Patriots program in which we waive adoption fees for qualified veterans.

SAVE has a 'Seniors for Seniors' program in which we waive the adoption fee for adopters 65+ who adopt a pet 8+

Adoption application

https://savehomelessanimals.org/adoption-application/

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We'll also keep you updated on Canelè's adoption status with email updates.
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Canelè

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Brooklyn, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Cole's adoption status with email updates.
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Cole

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 mos
Colmar, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Elvira's adoption status with email updates.
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Elvira

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 5 mos
Ewing, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Mr. Grumps's adoption status with email updates.
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Mr. Grumps

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 3 mos
Roseto, PA
We'll also keep you updated on BENNY's adoption status with email updates.
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BENNY

Labrador Retriever/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, Adult
Allentown, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Teaspoon's adoption status with email updates.
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Teaspoon

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 mos
New York, NY

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