The Trenton Animal Shelter operates under the auspices of the Department of Health and Human Services. It provides the community with services that enhance the humane care and treatment of Trenton’s animals.
The mission of Trenton Animal Shelter is to educate the public on the humane treatment of animals and to be better pet owners. This facility also works to promote better quality of care for all animals while being mindful of the need to protect residents in accordance with the State and local laws/ordinances. (This policy is in keeping with the guidelines established by the NJ Title IV Statutes regarding domestic and wildlife animals in the control of rabies outbreaks.)
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72 Escher St
Trenton, NJ 08609
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Anyone interested in fostering or adopting a dog from The Trenton Animal Shelter must complete an application. All applications for foster or adoption will be screened for suitability and must include personal and veterinarian references. Once approved, a representative from the shelter will contact the applicant and set up a meeting with the animal. All other animals in the household and family members must participate in a “meet and greet” with the desired animal, in order to confirm suitability.
Adoptions are finalized with a contract releasing the animal to the adopter(s).
The shelter does not allow return of adopted animals, with the exception of Trenton residents, who may re-release their animal to the shelter. However, the adoption fee is non-refundable.
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
1051 Florence-Columbus Rd,
Florence,
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