Dogs, Cats Need New Homes In West Orange (How To Adopt From Local Shelter)

WEST ORANGE, NJ — Looking for a new dog or cat to add to your “forever family” in West Orange? Want to make a donation to help out a local animal shelter? The Alex Caprio Animal Control Facility at 311 Watchung Avenue has several furry friends who need a boost.

Built in 1995, the Alex Caprio Animal Control Facility is maintained by the West Orange Health Department Animal Control Division. The facility relies on fees from animal licensing, pet redemption, and animal adoption to fund its operations.

In 2023, the shelter took in 51 dogs and 34 cats, according to its annual intake and disposition report to the state.

>> Want to see a list of animals available for adoption at the Alex Caprio Animal Control Facility? Check out its Petfinder page here.

Planning to adopt or redeem a dog or cat at the shelter? Here’s what to know, according to the municipal website:

“Adoption days at the Alex Caprio Animal Control Facility are held on the first and third Saturday of each month from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. In addition, we offer redemption and adoption hours Monday through Friday from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Extra adoption hours can also be arranged by appointment with one of our Animal Control Officers by calling the Animal Control Division at (973) 325-4121.”

For more information about the shelter and animal control services in West Orange, click here.

Local residents who want to make a donation to the shelter can send a check to: Township of West Orange, c/o Alex Caprio Animal Control Facility, 66 Main Street, West Orange, NJ 07052.

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