Montclair Township Animal Shelter

Montclair Township Animal Shelter We are a municipally-run shelter providing animal care, pet education and community outreach, animal

We intake animals whose owners are unable to keep them and house stray animals from our contracting townships while trying to locate their owners. All of our cats, dogs and some of our small and exotic animals are spayed or neutered and vaccinated as applicable before adoption. All of our cats are tested for Feline Leukemia and FIV and all of our dogs are tested for heartworm. Our adoption process

ensures that we place animals in safe, loving, permanent homes. Our adoption fees are the following: Cats/Kittens $120 and Dogs/Puppies $160. This price includes age appropriate vaccines, spay/neuter, and microchipping. Please send us a messages if you have any questions about us or our animals!

Blossom went to her forever home!
01/11/2025

Blossom went to her forever home!

Big Rocky! Choose his forever home!
01/11/2025

Big Rocky! Choose his forever home!

Thank you for all the love!
01/11/2025

Thank you for all the love!

MONTY Went Home
01/11/2025

MONTY Went Home

In lieu of personal gifts for her Bat Mitzvah Melissa collected donations for our animals! She made crafts and baked go...
01/11/2025

In lieu of personal gifts for her Bat Mitzvah Melissa collected donations for our animals! She made crafts and baked goods to add to the donations. Thank you, Melissa!

PUPPY CLASS with Certified Trainer Spencer Dietz. The first spring class will begin on 3/2/25. Please see sign up info...
01/05/2025

PUPPY CLASS with Certified Trainer Spencer Dietz. The first spring class will begin on 3/2/25. Please see sign up information below.

01/04/2025

Roll Call of available dogs at The Montclair Township Animal Shelter January 2025.

Day 31 of 31 To Another YearSo we have come to last post of 2024. And we usually reserve that last photo of an adopted c...
01/02/2025

Day 31 of 31 To Another Year

So we have come to last post of 2024. And we usually reserve that last photo of an adopted cat. This year it is Kolton.

Kolton was with us a few years. He originally came in and was very angry/scared/nervous, you name it. He may have even expressed that anger to staff and others (myself being one). But, as years went by he started to realize we loved him and we were not scary. He became a staple at the shelter. Many volunteers and staff; both current and past always told him Kolton this is gonna be your day.

And that day finally happened for him. He found his furever home. Look at him now living his best life, which is what he deserves.

So once again thank you to all of our supporters, volunteers, friends, family, partners, rescue groups, shelters, staff and anyone else who helped us this year. We would not have been able to adopt out a final total of 138 cats in 2024 without you. Here is hoping to another wonderful year to adopt some cats. HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Day 30 of 31 PatienceWe here at the Montclair Township Animal Shelter are lucky that we are not crammed for space. Unfor...
01/02/2025

Day 30 of 31 Patience

We here at the Montclair Township Animal Shelter are lucky that we are not crammed for space. Unfortunately, due to overcrowding and demand of multiple animals coming in some shelters out there must euthanize animals just for space. And some of these animals tend to be the one that have stayed at a place for a long time or just take a bit longer to open up.

We have never had to do that and are lucky to house the animal until it gets adopted. We try our hardest in trying to promote or advertise some of our longer residence and try everything in our power to get them a home. Sometimes the people are not serious; the cat may not show well; adopters may have an unrealistic timeline; and so many more reasons.

We do not give up on any animal and we continue to give them the best care and love we can offer all the way up until they are walking out our door. This could take a day, weeks, months, or years we are committed.

12/31/2024

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Hi, we will be closed to the public today today 12/31/24. We have several staff members out sick. The remaining staff is...
12/31/2024

Hi, we will be closed to the public today today 12/31/24. We have several staff members out sick. The remaining staff is focusing on the animal's care. We'll be closed tomorrow for New Year's Day.. Hope to see you Thursday Friday or over the weekend! Thanks for understanding and have a very HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Thank you K-9 Obedience Training Club Essex County K9 Obedience Training at Hall Wheelers Cedar Grove, NJ This amazing ...
12/30/2024

Thank you K-9 Obedience Training Club Essex County K9 Obedience Training at Hall Wheelers Cedar Grove, NJ This amazing group reached out and wanted to make a donation directly to the animals that were displaced from the recent hurricane. The Montclair Township Animal Shelter assisted with 8 homeless dogs from SC.

Thank You to Montclair Police Dept! Our police officers did a collection to donate to the animals in our care! Montclair...
12/30/2024

Thank You to Montclair Police Dept! Our police officers did a collection to donate to the animals in our care! Montclair Township Police Department

Thank you Rabbit on Walnut Street in Montclair. Another local business who generously donated to the care of our animal...
12/30/2024

Thank you Rabbit on Walnut Street in Montclair. Another local business who generously donated to the care of our animals.

Thank You Montclair Pet Girl
12/30/2024

Thank You Montclair Pet Girl

Day 29 of 31 Feel Good PetOwning a pet can provide a myriad of health benefits to the you. Here are some benefits that ...
12/29/2024

Day 29 of 31 Feel Good Pet

Owning a pet can provide a myriad of health benefits to the you.

Here are some benefits that are specific to cats:

· Lower stress & anxiety
o Just by petting your cat your day can turn around. Having a bad day? Go and pet your cat. Scientific evidence also supports that a cat’s purr can calm your nervous system and lower your blood pressure.
· Improve your cardiovascular health
o Cat owners have been reported to carry a lower risk for heart disease and stroke.

· Prevent allergies.
o Cat hair is considered one of the most prevalent allergies amongst people. However, if a child is exposed to cats within the first few years of life, they tend to develop an immune system that not only combats cat allergies, but other allergens as well.

· Reduce feelings of loneliness.
o They offer an unconditional love that can be equal or sometimes greater than many human friends and confidants.

· Maintain a routine.
o Having a cat who will “wake” you up by meowing or pawing at you for food. This helps you maintain a daily routine to wake up around the same time and get a start on your day. The body does better with routines than waking up all different times each day.

Day 28 of 31 Bowl v. FountainCats descended from desert animals that roamed northern Africa. The African wildcat is thei...
12/29/2024

Day 28 of 31 Bowl v. Fountain

Cats descended from desert animals that roamed northern Africa. The African wildcat is their closet relative and lives in an environment where water is rare. Cats absorb a large amount of the fluids they need through their food. A mouse, the cat’s oldest prey, contain up to 70% water. Unfortunately, since domestication most cats are not eating mice, but instead kibble. Dry food has too little moisture so a cat must offset the deficit by drinking more. A cat who does not drink enough can cause it urine to be concentrated, which can lead to urinary stones and kidney diseases. Sufficient fluid intake is important, but how do you encourage this?

You have two options a standard bowl or a water fountain. Water fountains come in many sizes, designs and prices. They are simple to install and only need to be plugged into an outlet. Standar bowls can come in ceramic, stainless steel or plastic. They also can come with stands or you can get matching ones for their dry/wet food.

Cats generally do not seek out their water bowl, however, water in motion attracts the cats. Curiosity, gets the best of them and they go over to investigate and take a few gulps. The water in a fountain is usually fresher than that of a bowl and is fortified with oxygen. You can however, make the ordinary water bowl attractive by providing clean, fresh water daily. Also putting a few bowls throughout the house encourages your cat to take little sips here and there.

Both water bowls and fountains are only hygienic if cleaned regularly. Stale water and algae can become health risk and ruin the taste. The classic water bowl is very easy to clean when it comes to this. Usually made out of ceramic, metal or plastic it can be washed by hand or thrown in a dishwasher. A fountain is a bit more complicated. You usually have to take it apart and be careful not to wet any of the wiring or electrical parts.

Regardless of what you decide for your cat just make sure they are consuming water it is vital for their health.

Day 27 of 31 I Want ItWant to adopt a cat, but don't know what supplies to get? Here is a list of things you should buy ...
12/29/2024

Day 27 of 31 I Want It

Want to adopt a cat, but don't know what supplies to get? Here is a list of things you should buy before adopting from Montclair Township Animal Shelter.

You will need the following:
Scratching Post (Rugged or Cardboard)
Bowls (Food or water or water fountain)
Litter Box
Litter
Dry Food
Wet Food
Snacks
Toys (Springs, balls, plush mice etc.)
Bed

If you adopt from us we also give you some of the following:
Used litter to help transition.
Trial bag of dry food for gradual switching
Few cans of wet food.

Just like some of the guys who have been adopted prior.

Address

77 North Willow Street
Montclair, NJ
07042

Opening Hours

Monday 1pm - 4pm
Tuesday 1pm - 4pm
Thursday 1pm - 4pm
Friday 1pm - 4pm
Saturday 1pm - 4pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

Website

https://www.montclairnjusa.org/Government/Departme

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Roll Call of available dogs at The Montclair Township Animal Shelter January 2025.

Hi friends, December 2, 2024 Roll call of some of the available dogs at the Montclair Township Animal Shelter. We are open daily from 1:00 to 4:00 (with the exception of Wednesday were closed on Wednesday) no appointment is needed.Come on down and meet your new best friend! MTAS is located at 77 North Willow Street Montclair 973-744-8600 Friends of the Montclair Township Animal Shelter

This is Mallory! She's just under a year old and 30 pounds full grown. Mallory is very sweet, very social, great with other dogs. Kids 10 and older. SHE IS FULLY VETTED AND LOOKING FOR HER FOREVER HOME. You can meet Mallory at Montclair Township Animal Shelter . Open daily 1:00 to 4:00 ) closed on Wednesday) no appointment needed. Mallory is part of the "Hurricane Eight" group that was rescued from hurricane ravaged SC. [email protected] 973-744-8600

Staff member TY getting his kitty love in! These three babies are available for adoption truffles,, coco and pudding. Everyone is fully vetted Montclair Township Animal Shelter .We are here Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 .Please come down and see us! 77 North Willow st Montclair 973-744-8600.

March 23 " roll call" of available dogs Montclair Township Animal Shelter we're open 1 to 4:00 everyday except Wednesdays. 77 North Willow Street in Montclair 973-744-8600. Just a small snip it available dogs. Please stop in and visit for an up-to-date list. Turn up the volume for information on each dog.

March 15th 2024 video available dogs at the Montclair Township Animal Shelter Friends of the Montclair Township Animal Shelter We are located at 77 North Willow Street in Montclair. No appointment needed! Come on down! We are open 1 to 4 everyday (except closed on wednesday )

5 Boxer mix boys! These boys are 5 months old. They're fully vetted and looking for their forever homes.. Montclair Township Animal Shelter.. We're open today Sunday from 1:00 to 4:00. No appointment needed,come on down and meet your new best friend. M!TAS is located at 77 North Willow Street in Montclair

THIS!!!!! THIS is why you microchip your pets!!!! Little Evie went missing back in September and was reunited with her owner yesterday because she was microchipped!!! 🤩🥰🤩🥰🤩🥰 We offer microchipping for $20 at the animal shelter between 1:00 and 4:00 p.m. everyday except Wednesdays. Just come on in and one of our Animal Control Officers will assist you.

Have you ever called Animal Control? 🐍🦌🦝🦤🐊🦉🦚🦨🐖🐢🪿🦎🐄 Don't miss the premier of the new season of "Animal Control" WEDNESDAY at 9pm on FOX or stream it the next day on Hulu. Check out a humorous take on the life of an Animal Control Officer in this weekly series!

Dogs are so silly sometimes!!! 🐶❄️ Today is a snow day so stay home, avoid driving on the roads and enjoy some playtime outside with your pups! Or inside with your cats! Or vice versa!! 😂 Share with us pics/videos of your pets enjoying the snow!!!

Kiba Is a two-year-old male Pomsky! Turn up the volume.

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