Mistress

My boyfriend and I were looking for a cat to come be apart of our family. We got lucky and met Mistress (Magnolia) and we knew she was our cat. As soon as we got her home she fit right in and had [...]

Ted Lasso

I adopted Ted Lasso a few weeks ago and I have to say it’s the best decision I ever made. Ted is adjusting very well. It feels like he has always been part of my family. He has a fun, [...]

Splotch 9 years

Splotch, is a sweet and gentle boy. He enjoys looking out the window and playing on his cat tree. He reaches out to ask for us to pet him. We love him and appreciate getting our second rescue cat [...]

Love/Olive

1/25/24 – Olive (then Love) is settling in and starting to show her clownish antics! Although we’re working on building her confidence, she is smart, energetic, curious, and affectionate. [...]

Laurel and Olive update

Laurel and Olive came home almost 3 weeks ago… The shy sisters are slowly coming out of their shells. Night time is their time to shine and it only makes me wonder what the free roam room is like [...]

RICKY’S NEW HOME!

Five-year old Ricky came home with me on 9 Nov 23, and we have become close buddies. He loves to eat, play, sleep, in that order, and he loves attention, and so do I. He makes my heart happy! We [...]

Cash

Cash is doing great. He is so loving and playful and loves his big brother Duke. Hard to believe it’s been a year so far! He has been an awesome addition to our family and we are so glad we could [...]

Daisy’s Birthday

Daisy was 3 on November 12th. Thank you all who helped her on her journey to us. From the kill shelter in Arkansas to the rescue in Tenn. to the great folks at JSAC. She loves to visit Barbara, [...]

Isn’t she pretty?! This is MAGGIE!

And 8/17/23 will mark her one-year gotcha day! She was previously known as Wanda and was given so much love by everyone at JSAC. Remarkably, Maggie was at the shelter for more than one year and [...]

Toby J. – so happy!

We adopted Jay, now Toby J, on November 30, 2022. He is a beautiful, happy addition to our household. His enthusiastic look at life is terrific to behold and we are all in love with him.

Captain Jack’s happy ending as Bento

We first saw Captain Jack on your website before a big vacation and said “if he’s still there when we get back he’s ours”. The stars aligned and we came to get him as soon as we were back home. [...]

Fleetwood now Elvis

I adopted Fleetwood, now Elvis, on August 30, 2022. He could not be more perfect. After hiding for 5 minutes his curiosity got the better of him, and he was out and about exploring his room. I [...]

Louie’s Pupdate (Hobbs)

Our 1 year pup-date with Louie (formerly Hobbs) Our lovable Louie has had a wonderful year. He just celebrated a birthday. Everyone in the family loves Louie and he is just the biggest happiest [...]

Love my little girl

Hi, I adopted Alley June 8, 2022. Tabby who works there brought me to see this little girl Alley Home she said was such a sweetie and doesn’t mind being held which is what I was looking for. I [...]

Bebe, now Lil Bean

We brought then 5yr old Lil Bean home in January of 2021. She has proven to be a wonderful addition to our family and we are delighted that she chose us

Our newest family memebers

We adopted 2 kittens, a boy and a girl, then named Taz and Frappacinno, on July 16, 2020. We now introduce our babies as Jack and Raven. The personalities of these two kittens are amazing and [...]

Thomas

I adopted Thomas on 8/11/22. I want to thank Tabby and Maria for helping with my decision. Thomas is the perfect fit for my home. He is quite a character and completely loveable. He most [...]

Neil

We adopted Neil on 7/7/22. He has settled in and joined our family perfectly. He loves his family, yard and learning new things. He is working on his manners and the trainer has given him a 10 [...]

Zoey aka Tilly

We adopted our Zoey aka Tilly on June 3rd…she’s an energetic little girl who is doing very well in her new home..we love ❤️ her

Emmett

Emmett has settled in beautifully since we adopt him a little over a month ago. He loves snuggling in bed, playing with his toys ( especially his mouse toy!), and looking out the back door [...]

Lil’Miss Dixie

Lil’ Miss Dixie the Southern Diva joined our family late January 2022. She loves the outside, especially since the weather’s getting nicer, and we take a lot of walks. Inside, her [...]

Rick to Beast :)

His first day was December 6th, 2021, and it was a lot. He seemed tired and overwhelmed from his big day coming to our house. I didn’t bother him a lot just because he was getting used to [...]

Banjo – still Banjo August 2019

Banjo has changed my life! I cant imagine my house without him. Everyone should know the joy of adopting from Jersey Shore. He is a great exercise companion. He loves walking, running, hikes. [...]

Abigail

We adopted Abigail 4 years ago. She was a bit tough on our couch in the beginning…..she ate it. but has settled into our family. She is the biggest love bug. She loves everyone she sees and [...]

Pierre “P” Update!

Our family adopted Pierre, now Little P or P, in June 2021. Since then, he has become one of our favorite individuals on the planet. We love him so much! After some training, he does not bit [...]

Rick to Beast :)

His first day was December 6th, 2021, and it was a lot. He seemed tired and overwhelmed from his big day coming to our house. I didn’t bother him a lot just because he was getting used to [...]

LuLu ❤️

We have had LuLu home with us now for about a week. It has been a fun, exciting, and only slightly destructive time! She is very loving and playful and follows us around all over the house. We [...]

Binx

Binx loves his new home! He loves to be around people and other dogs. His favorite things to do are go to the beach, go on runs, stare at squirrels from the front window and of course get belly [...]

Maggie adopted on November 6th

We have had Maggie home for about a week now and she fits in with our family so perfectly. It’s like she was always apart of us! She is getting along well with her big sister Elle. She loves [...]

Leia

I adopted Leia on October 17th 2020 and it has been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I was a bit nervous about adopting a 5 month old kitten, but once she got home I realized there was [...]

Dottie is my Best Friend!

Dottie loves to play with her fox, she loves long walks, and she’s warming up to sticking her head out the window while in the car! Dottie follows me everywhere, she’s my best friend. Thank you JSAC!!!

Peanut

We are so lucky to have a dog as sweet and loving as Peanut! He LOVES to cuddle with us and give us kisses every chance he gets. He is perfectly content with relaxing, but as soon as we take a [...]

My New Best Friend, Smokey!

I was so delighted to take Smokey home. He is an energetic little fur ball full of fun and loves playing with his whole new assortment of toys! When he finally runs out of energy from playing and [...]

David

David here to wish everyone a Happy Halloween. I am doing great. I love my new home and my new name is Jelly Bean. I live with 2 big dogs that are really cool. There are other cats here that I [...]

Grizzly Bear- now Doobie

“Grizzly Bear” gave us his undivided attention during the meet and greet. Since coming home that hasn’t changed! First sight of movement in the morning he jumps in our bed for snuggles, biscuit [...]

“Scottie”

We welcomed Moscato; the newest member of our family, on June 12th 2021. “Scottie” is a joy and very affectionate, she gives lots of doggie kisses. She loves to run in the yard and [...]

Pudgy (now Ivy)

We are madly in love with this little girl and she knows it! She has become very accustomed to being spoiled and definitely knows how to wrap everyone around her finger. Almost friends with our 9 [...]

Checkers- Hank

We adopted Checkers, now Hank from JSAC almost 2 weeks ago. He joined brother Frank who was Abbott when he was at JSAC. Hank is so loving and affectionate. Hank and Frank love to play together, [...]

Wendy Has a Home

Wendy was adopted on March 24th. She has made friends with every dog and neighbor on the block. When friends come to visit she will go from lap to lap to make sure everyone has had some of her [...]

Harley (aka Carly)

So very happy with our bundle of joy! What a love ❤️ playful and energetic and a pretty good listener. Can’t wait to see how well she behaves after obedience classes!

Fiona

Fiona has adapted very well. She is such a love. So happy to have her in my life.

Joanie’s Gotcha Day

It was one year ago today that we adopted our Joanie. Just wanted to update you on our girl. It has been a delight having her in our family. Although we still have some aggressive issues, they [...]

Davey

We adopted Davey in March, 2021 and he has been a great addition to our family. He has the sweetest personality and loves to play with his new brother, Stewie. We want to thank JSAC for taking [...]

Holly is still Holly

We adopted our pretty girl in February and have loved her since we clipped her in the back seat of the car. Holly is such a happy, expressive girl and has settled in very nicely. She loves [...]

Mr Bread

Prior to adopting Bread, I considered myself more of a dog person. After adopting him in September of 2020, that all changed very quickly. Mr. Bread Meowzipan is the love of my life! The entire [...]

Midnight, now Little Middy

I adopted Middy on February 11, 2021. I had asked for a gentle, calm, well behaved cat. JSAC gave me all that in one little cat. As a bonus she is also very affectionate. She loves to look out [...]

Hazel is home!

Hazel is home! She is beautiful, sweet, and lots of fun. When I walk around the house she prances along next to me with the regality of a thoroughbred for me to pet her. She is very affectionate [...]

Eve’s Adoption, February 6, 2021

We adopted Eve on Saturday, February 6th. Well, our first night with Eve, we fixed up the office with all of her essentials: litter box, food and water, bed, toys, night light, low music playing [...]

Lexi

We adopted Lexi three weeks ago and she is as happy in her new home as we are to have her. She’s a cuddly lovebug and good as gold. Here she is in her favorite resting place-our living room [...]

Update: Beach Day

At the end of October 2020, we adopted (Chachi) now Charlie. He has been a wonderful and sweet addition to our family! He is smart (housebroken in one weekend), easy to train, loves long walks in [...]

Nellie (Sparkles)

We adopted Nellie (Sparkles at the time) on September 2, 2020. She istantly became a part of our family and we can’t imagine life without her! Nellie is so friendly and has the cutest, little [...]

Casper’s new home

I adopted Casper on 12/17/20. I am keeping his name, I always loved the Casper cartoons! I previously had 2 cats, a mother and daughter. The daughter went over the rainbow bridge mid-November. I [...]

Merry Christmas from Sushi & Ash!

We adopted Sushi and Ash (Apache) in August of 2018. These brothers are so active and curious. They put a smile on our faces daily, and we couldn’t imagine them not being a part of our family. [...]

So Happy!!!

I adopted Dot (Now Mittens) and Ditto (Now Oreo) on Friday the 13th (Nov 2020). They have brought such joy to my home and love to my heart!! Little Oreo is such a cuddle bug! And he will run to [...]

Bootstrap Billy

I adopted Bootstrap Billy in August of 2017. His name is now Jack Sparrow (Jack) He is beautiful and everyone loves him due to his sweet disposition, especially me. He is super smart, knows lots [...]

Nash has found his Furever Home

One week ago, we adopted Nash, a sweet, smart pup. Nash has settled in so nicely and loves everyone, adults and children alike. We could not be happier. He is house trained and has learned some [...]

Stella (Now Winter)

We have had Winter since we rescued her on July 17th. She is was the perfect fit for us. She is super smart and is doing amazing with her training. She loves her antlers, bones, tennis balls and [...]

Roger, Romeo

But soft! What light through yonder window breaks? It is the east, and Romeo – a little black kitten from the JSAC – has been the sun to guide us through the dark days of this [...]

Nero

We adopted Nero along with his brother Max on October 1, 2020. Both boys, senior and overweight, have been showing their personalities and enjoying our 3 story home. We hope to get some pounds [...]

Max

We adopted Max on October 1, 2020 with his brother Nero. Max was a little shy at first but has taken over the house. His other name is Mr. Personality. He loves sitting in laps, being petted, [...]

Penny/Tully

We adopted Tully (previously Penny) and couldn’t be happier to have her as part of our family. We are very experienced with Westie health issues and know we could get her back to feeling [...]

RICO

On June 29, 2020 we adopted Rico. He knows his name so we wont be changing it.We couldn’t be happier with our new friend, RICO He is so well behaved Thanks for all the loving care you gave [...]

Piper & Cole (Raven & Winston)

We adopted these forever buddies on two separate dates. Winston on 5/29/20, formerly know as Cole was 1st and he is such a joy for our large family. He never wants to be alone, loves to play. We [...]

Martha

I just want a home! 395+ days in the Shelter, Martha is so sad and so are we. This beautiful Princess is feeling like nobody wants her just because she needs to be the only pet. Martha is just 4 [...]

Joanie, and still Joanie =D

We welcomed Joanie to our family on May 27, 2020. My daughter had seen her on the website and fell in love with her. She’s a sweet girl and has been getting used to her new home.

Abbott, Frank

My husband and I lost our cat unexpectedly in early May 2020. We thought we would wait a few months before looking to adopt again but my husband found Abbott on JSAC’s page and fell in love. We [...]

Mimi

MIMI – the best hugger we know! We don’t know how many times we’ve posted about this beautiful girl, but she’s still waiting patiently with no interest.  At 4 years old, [...]

Peanut

I adopted my little Peanut at the end of February 2019. She is so sweet and adorable. She has her own routine each day and I love her so much. She has started cuddling when she wants to do that ( [...]

love at first site

We were so happy to add Holly to our family days before Christmas, the first few days we walked her on the leash in the big back yard but after a few days we let her have full run and it made me [...]

Hayes – Wingman Chance

Once named Hayes, Wingman Chance is happy and in a loving home. He and I are as tight and as thick as thieves. We gave each other that second chance (hence his name) we both needed back in [...]

Maggie my little love

I adopted a beautiful little girl named Maggie on Jan. 30, 2020. It is the best thing I have ever done for Maggie and me! She came to me very shy and a little unsure, but now she is becoming very [...]

Sophie’s forever home

We adopted Sophie on Jan. 28th and she has her forever home. She is truly a blessing to our family and has adapted well. No accidents, walks well on the lead and is extremely loyal. She loves her [...]

Zinny now Zoey

We adopted Zinny now Zoey in June 2019. She is such a cuddle bug! Has doggy pals in the neighborhood and does the zoomies our yard. Still stalking the small furry critters and loves squeaky toys, [...]

Harleys Mom

We adopted Sweet Harley on November 14th and she has blessing to us ever since! My husband and I decided to adopt a senior dog as we know they go unnoticed most of the time. Even a sweet girl [...]

Happy, gentle Annie

Annie came home in 2018. She had arrived from NY, but became a Jersey Girl. She is gentle, playful and chatty. Annie also loves watching the Animal Planet on TV. A real, petite bundle of joy, [...]

Carrie (adopted and current name)

Hi, my name is Carrie and I am a treeing walker coonhound. My humans (a.k.a. Mommy & Daddy), and my little, but older brother -Rocky, adopted me last October. However, I’ve been having [...]

Sid now Storm August 4, 2019

Home with our boy Sid, now named Storm. We can’t thank the volunteers enough for all they do with the animals at JSAC. Storm has adjusted so quickly and we are delighted that he’s now a part of [...]

Blessed Be The Nurse Kitties

I moved to NJ in 2012 after I got laid off from my job and ran out of options for housing and healthcare. My best friend and her wife were kind enough to help me get up here where resource access [...]

Cindy Lou

Cindy Lou is a loving, active girl who just needs some training to make her a good canine citizen. She is 1 year old and 45lbs (can stand to put on some weight). She is super sweet and willing to [...]

Mowgli

Mowgli came to his forever home on 2/3/19, & made a very quick adjustment. We bonded very quickly. I am sure that it is the result of all the loving, hands on attention & care that he [...]

OP now Opie

Adopted January 2013, Opie is the sweetest dog ever. A very happy guy that does nothing but wag his tail and loves to snuggle.

Apple now Bella Luna

I adopted Bella on February 2. Took her to the vet and she got a clean bill of health. Vet was very impressed with her sweet nature. She is such a sweet loving kittie! She really enjoys running [...]

Lila (still Lila)

It is exactly one month since Lila’s Gotcha Day! She is such a good girl. Lila’s favorite thing to do (besides eating), is going on really long walks. Her other favorite thing is [...]