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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 Bella's adoption status with email updates.
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Bella

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Longhair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Wheaten Terrier

Male, Adult
Skillman, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Jumpin' Jack's adoption status with email updates.
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Jumpin' Jack

Beagle

Male, 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/

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PO Box 1602, Grand Central Station,
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We'll also keep you updated on Amy's adoption status with email updates.
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Amy

Bombay

Female, 1 yr
New York, NY
We'll also keep you updated on Gunter's adoption status with email updates.
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Gunter

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Young
Morris Plains, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Noodles (w/Brian)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Noodles (w/Brian)

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Phillipsburg, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on cece's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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cece

Guinea Pig

Female, Baby
philadelphia, PA
We'll also keep you updated on Heart's adoption status with email updates.
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Heart

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 10 mos
Westampton, NJ
We'll also keep you updated on Americano's adoption status with email updates.
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Americano

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Ridgewood, NY

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