Is Gloucester County Animal Shelter a no-kill shelter?

A new partnership with a no-kill animal rescue network can help Gloucester County lessen the number of animals that are euthanized in its shelter each year, and help get more animals adopted, officials say.

Is Gloucester Humane Society a no-kill shelter?

GMHS never euthanizes for length of stay or space. Pets are euthanized only in the case of terminal illness and active suffering or they cannot be safely placed in the community. ​Q: Will GMHS come pick up animals from my home or property? A: Unfortunately, GMHS does not pick up animals.

Is New Jersey a no-kill shelter state?

Only 53.68% of New Jersey shelters are no-kill (a state is considered to be no-kill when every brick-and-mortar shelter serving and/or located within the state has a save rate of 90% or higher). 5,144 dogs and cats remain to be saved in the shelters that are not yet no-kill.

Is Atlantic County Animal Shelter no-kill?

Former volunteers at the Atlantic County animal shelter came to the meeting and claimed that the full-time employees at the shelter, including manager Katherine Kelsey, abuse the animals by not treating illnesses and took issue with the fact that it is not a “no kill” shelter.

Are kill shelters legal in NJ?

Despite New Jersey shelters impounding a fraction of the animals many no kill communities take in on a per capita basis, the state’s animal control facilities continue to kill and allow animals to die under their care.

Can’t keep my dog anymore Where can I take him?

Your local animal shelters or rescue groups may offer low-cost veterinary care or training services or be able to refer you to other organizations that offer these services. Find your local shelters and rescues by visiting The Shelter Pet Project and entering your zip code.

What is a high kill shelter?

Euthanasia is the act of putting an animal to death. A high kill shelter euthanizes many of the animals they take in; a low kill shelter euthanizes few animals and usually operates programs to increase the number of animals that are released alive.

Is Burlington animal shelter a kill shelter?

We are currently operating as a no kill shelter for dogs. Burlington County Animal Shelter (BCAS) classifies this definition from the No Kill Advocacy Center, which means BCAS has a euthanasia rate less than 10% for dogs.

What are high kill shelters like?

A high kill shelter euthanizes many of the animals they take in; a low kill shelter euthanizes few animals and usually operates programs to increase the number of animals that are released alive.

Is there an animal shelter in Gloucester County NJ?

We opened Gloucester County’s first-ever low-cost Spay/Neuter clinic in 2015 when we added a 4,000 square foot facility to provide low-cost spay/neuter services. In 2018, we broke ground to build a 2,200 square foot Animal Control Office/Triage facility. This addition includes 22 cat cages and 7 dog runs.

Are there no kill shelters in New Jersey?

Listing of no-kill shelters in New Jersey – please help by providing your feedback! If you know of any others that aren’t listed, please let us know .

How to surrender a pet at Gloucester Humane Society?

To surrender a pet, please call 804-693-5520 ext 116 or email [email protected] to schedule an intake appointment. Our Pet Pantry remains open, and we are offering curbside service. Please visit our Intake entrance, ring the doorbell, and return to your vehicle.

How to adopt from Gloucester Mathews Humane Society?

Adoptions continue to be performed by appointment only and with an approved adoption questionnaire. Click here to get started. Please call our Adoption Team at 804-693-5520 ext 102 with questions about the adoption process.