Father John's Animal House

Father John's Animal House A 501(c)(3) no-kill cat and dog shelter located in Sussex County, NJ. Since 1999. It was decided to tear down the entire shelter and rebuild it.
(251)

Father John’s Animal House was founded in 1999, by a small and very dedicated group of people that recognized a great need in our community to help homeless and otherwise unwanted pets. The land and facility was acquired through a few large donations and the shelter was immediately able to start placing animals into loving adoptive homes. The land was originally owned by Father John, a retired mem

ber of the clergy, who took exceedingly good care of his livestock. The shelter was named after him to honor his dedication to the welfare of animals. As the years went by, the maintenance of the facility was becoming more and more difficult. A large fund drive and challenge grant funded the project, and the shelter was rebuilt in 2012. State of the art features have been incorporated, including floors that are impervious to liquid soaking in, ventilation systems to reduce airborne pathogens and illness, and sound absorbing panels, which reduce barking dog noise. Room layout was designed for the comfort and care of the animals, including free-roaming cat rooms and indoor kennel runs for the dogs. The shelter now has the capacity to safely and responsibly place over 500 animals each year. Each animal is fully vetted, spayed or neutered, vaccinated and microchipped prior to leaving for their adoptive home. Our shelter personnel work hard to match each adoptive family with the perfect animal to become their lifelong pet. Our overall mission is not only to place animals into loving homes but to promote spay and neuter to alleviate the problem of homeless animals and overcrowded shelters. We value the bond people have with animals and strive to give each homeless animal a family that will love and care for it for a lifetime.

Another week of successful adoptions ❤️🐾 Last week, we saw some amazing adoptions and couldn’t be happier for these swee...
01/27/2025

Another week of successful adoptions ❤️🐾 Last week, we saw some amazing adoptions and couldn’t be happier for these sweet pets!

We kicked off the week with Barnavous, one of our long-term pets. Although we’ll miss his silly personality, we’re beyond thrilled he’s found a family that will give him all the love and attention he deserves.

Next up, Hillary and Forrest! Hillary was snatched up in no time (we weren’t surprised, her big ears and playful personality won everyone over), while Forrest’s goofy charm stole hearts too. We can’t wait to hear all about his adventures in his new home.

We also had two incredible cat adoptions! Citrine, our mama cat who was abandoned with her kittens, will now be cuddled up with her new family this winter. And Jasmine, our playful girl from Virginia, is off to grow up in a loving home 🫶🏻🥹🥰

Meet Azrael (aka Azzy)! This boy is treat-obsessed, energy-packed, and has the quirkiest facial expressions! Azrael came...
01/24/2025

Meet Azrael (aka Azzy)! This boy is treat-obsessed, energy-packed, and has the quirkiest facial expressions! Azrael came to us from a local person who was no longer able to care for him and is about 3 years old.

He loves spending time outside of the kennel playing with friends, soaking up affection, and just showing off his silly personality! His goofy grin has won over the hearts of our staff and volunteers ❤️🐾

To meet Azrael, fill out an adoption questionnaire by visiting our website! 🫶🏻

01/23/2025

Happy Thankful Thursday! We're sending a huge thank you to Zay for giving Nash, one of our long-term residents, the second chance he deserves! ❤️

It's kind-hearted people like Zay that make all the difference. Because of them, dogs like Nash get to start their new lives filled with love.

Come into the shelter, mention Zay, and receive 50% off your adoption fee today. 🐾🫶🏻

Say hello to Harvey! This sweet, one-year-old boy came to us through no fault of his own and is ready to find his foreve...
01/23/2025

Say hello to Harvey! This sweet, one-year-old boy came to us through no fault of his own and is ready to find his forever home!

Harvey is not only full of energy and has a great sense of humor, but he’s also such a handsome boy. We can’t believe he’s still here! He loves making friends with everyone, humans and dogs alike.

He is looking for a family that can shower him with the attention he craves, give him all the love he deserves, and keep up with his playful spirit! Come meet this boy 🐾💙🥹 he just might be your perfect match!

01/21/2025

Share your love at Father John’s this Valentines Day! ❤️

It’s been an incredible week of love and new beginnings for our adoptable animals! ❤️🐾We had a strong week for cats, wit...
01/20/2025

It’s been an incredible week of love and new beginnings for our adoptable animals! ❤️🐾

We had a strong week for cats, with 7 furry friends finding their forever homes. Special shoutout to Fernando and El Delojito, a pair who came in together and left with their new families together – we absolutely love when that happens! Donna, Lawrence, and Philomena, who arrived as strays, are now settling into a new home where they’ll be loved and cared for. And we couldn’t be happier for Sabrino and Michael Meowers, our shy but sweet longer-term residents, who finally found their perfect match. We know they’ll bloom in their new homes!

As for the pups, we saw Brie, who came to us after enduring neglect, find her loving new family. It’s so heartwarming to see how far she’s come, and we’re thrilled she’ll now receive the care she deserves. Dogs Whisky, King, and Brooklyn also found their forever homes this week, and we know they’ll continue to steal hearts wherever they go!

Thank you to everyone who gave these pets a chance. We are so grateful for the love and second chances they’ve received! 🥹🫶🏻

Good morning! ☀️ The kitties at Father John’s Animal House are ready for breakfast, and they’ve got their eyes on Friski...
01/16/2025

Good morning! ☀️ The kitties at Father John’s Animal House are ready for breakfast, and they’ve got their eyes on Friskies: Poultry Platter (Chicken Paté)!

Help us keep their bellies happy and their spirits high with a donation of their favorite meal. Your kindness makes all the difference! Thank you for always lending a paw ❤️🐾🐱

01/14/2025
Meet Blyss! This pretty 2-year-old girl has been with us for almost 100 days, waiting for her forever home. Blyss came t...
01/13/2025

Meet Blyss! This pretty 2-year-old girl has been with us for almost 100 days, waiting for her forever home. Blyss came to us through no fault of her own, and she absolutely loves every moment spent outside her run, especially when she’s playing with a tennis ball!

Blyss is looking for someone patient, willing to train, and ready to give her all the love she deserves. Could that be you? 🤍🥹🎾🐾

Adoption Success! 🎉 We’ve had a heartwarming wave of adoptions for both our dogs and cats! Gracie, our sweet 8-year-old ...
01/13/2025

Adoption Success! 🎉 We’ve had a heartwarming wave of adoptions for both our dogs and cats!

Gracie, our sweet 8-year-old girl, is back in a loving home where she can enjoy being around people once again. Riku, the last of a trio to be adopted, is now happily settled in with his new family, and we couldn’t be more excited for him.

On the cat side, 8 amazing kitties found their forever families too! Meeko, our loving snuggle bug, will be enjoying cozy winter days with his new family. Velcro and Zipper, the inseparable siblings, were adopted together, and Babushka and Vlada, another sibling pair, are off to start their new chapter. We’re especially thrilled to see Larry, who had been with us for quite some time, finally head home. Pedro and Camellia, the two social and silly kitties, are sure to keep their new families entertained.

A huge thank you to all the families who made these adoptions possible! Your love and support changes lives every day 🥹 ❤️ 🐾

01/07/2025

2025: The year of growth!

Say hello to Blue! 💙 This handsome 5 year-old boy is full of love and looking for his forever home. He came to us from a...
01/06/2025

Say hello to Blue! 💙 This handsome 5 year-old boy is full of love and looking for his forever home.

He came to us from a local family who had to part ways with him due to severe allergies, but Blue still has so much affection to give! He LOVES people and would thrive in a home where he can be the center of attention. 🐾

Could you be the one to give him the second chance he deserves? 🏡 Visit our website to fill out our adoption questionnaire!

What an incredible week for our adoptable pets! 🐾❤️🐶😻We couldn't be happier to share that our long-time resident, Beefca...
01/06/2025

What an incredible week for our adoptable pets! 🐾❤️🐶😻

We couldn't be happier to share that our long-time resident, Beefcake, has found his perfect fit. It was amazing to see how easily he bonded with his new family, hopping right into their car without hesitation. Orion, who overcame a major leg surgery after being found as a stray, has also been adopted, and watching him grow and heal with us makes this adoption even more special. Sweet, happy-go-lucky Camo was also adopted, and we know he’s going to be showered with love in his new home.

Our cat adoptions were just as heartwarming! Smoke, a stray who stole our hearts, is spending this winter in a warm, loving home. And two sets of siblings, Cornucopia & Turducken and Dana & Striker, were adopted together! From babies to cherished companions, we couldn’t be happier for these playful and cuddly pairs.

Thank you to these amazing families for giving these sweet pets the forever homes they deserve! 🫶🏻😊

Meet Marla—our sweet and affectionate mama cat, who once had 4 kittens under someone’s deck and has since made herself r...
12/31/2024

Meet Marla—our sweet and affectionate mama cat, who once had 4 kittens under someone’s deck and has since made herself right at home inside.

She’s the perfect mix of cozy and cuddly, always ready to headbutt you for some pets. These days, she loves watching the world from the window sill, soaking in the warmth and cozy vibes. A true reflection of how we’re all feeling this time of year ❤️🏡🐾🥹

In the last two weeks, we've seen so many wonderful pets find their forever homes, and our hearts are bursting with joy!...
12/30/2024

In the last two weeks, we've seen so many wonderful pets find their forever homes, and our hearts are bursting with joy! Our adorable pups Harley, Petra, Poppy, and Scooter have all started their new lives with loving families. Leelu and Aniu, who came to us with Riku, remind us that the shy ones are always worth the wait—while Leelu and Aniu have found their homes, Riku is still waiting for his special person. 🐶

Boomer, Beemer, and Perla followed with their own happy endings! Boomer and Perla, who came to us from another shelter, have the sweetest personalities, and Beemer, along with his energetic brother Harvey, is sure to keep his new family entertained. We’re hoping Harvey will find his perfect match next! 🎉

On the cat side, we’re thrilled to share that our kittens Biscuit, Philippa, Jesse, Lil, Gravy, Phil, and Luna have all been adopted into loving homes. Watching these little ones grow up in homes full of love is always the best feeling.💕

We’re also so happy for our sweet adult cats like Rolling, Sparkle, Kyon, George, and Salem. These shy guys are sure to open up and thrive in their new homes! And our silly cats Bootsie, Pluto, and Kizzy are off to their new families too! 🐾

Finally, our hearts are full knowing that senior girl Mona has found her perfect family. After spending too long at the shelter, we’ll miss her cuddles and loud meows, but we’re so happy she’ll now have endless love and care. 🥰

Thank you to everyone who gave these incredible pets a chance at a happy life. Your love truly makes a difference! ❤️

Address

50 Father Johns Lane
Lafayette, NJ
07848

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 4pm
Tuesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 11am - 4pm
Friday 11am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

+19733005909

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Father John's Animal House posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Father John's Animal House:

Videos

Share

Category