1,200 Animals Adopted At Burlington County Animal Shelter In 2020

BURLINGTON COUNTY, NJ — Burlington County residents have adopted more than 1,200 dogs and cats from the Burlington County Animal Shelter this year, according to county officials.

“I’ve had the privilege of serving as the Freeholders’ liaison to our County Department of Health and Burlington County Animal Shelter,” Freeholder Dan O’Connell said. “I’ve seen firsthand the dedication of the shelters’ staff and volunteers and the work they do every day to give all the orphaned and stray animals the love and care they need and deserve.”

So far this year, the shelter has helped reunite more than 300 lost dogs and cats with their owners while facilitating the adoption of more than 960 cats and 316 dogs. Another 85 cats and 90 dogs have been transferred to the care of foster families or rescue groups.

A total of 226 cats and 576 dogs were also received rabies vaccinations last year during the shelter’s rabies clinics.

“Our shelter employees and volunteers have gone above and beyond for the animals at the shelter,” O’Connell said. “Thanks to their efforts, hundreds of pets have been placed in new forever homes, and we encourage anyone thinking about adopting a new companion to contact the shelter and arrange for a visit. Your next best friend could be waiting for you, and during these trying times the love of a pet can be the perfect medicine for the pressures and stress we’re all enduring.”

Only a limited number of residents are permitted in the building at once, and they must follow social distancing guidelines due to the coronavirus pandemic. Visitors must call ahead to make appointments.

To learn more about the dogs and cats available for adoption, visit the shelter’s webpage at www.co.burlington.nj.us/168/Animal-Shelter.