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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 Eva Gabor's adoption status with email updates.
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Eva Gabor

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Skillman, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Roxie Hart's adoption status with email updates.
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Roxie Hart

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
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/

Pets at shelters & rescues near SAVE, A Friend to Homeless Animals

Calling All Cats Rescues

1001 Fischer Blvd., P.O. Box 206,
Toms River, NJ 08753

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Allentown, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Ashton's adoption status with email updates.
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Ashton

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 5 yrs 3 mos
Montclair, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Mikey's adoption status with email updates.
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Mikey

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 yrs
New York, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Oliver's adoption status with email updates.
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Oliver

Maltese/Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup)

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
LONG ISLAND CITY, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Rex's adoption status with email updates.
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Rex

Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult
Bedminster, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Carl (adoption pending)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Carl (adoption pending)

Border Collie/Australian Shepherd

Male, Puppy
Raritan, NJ

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