| Location: 110 Shelter Road Crest Haven Complex Cape May Court House, NJ 08210 Phone: (609) 465-8923 Fax: (609) 465-8977 |
Hours: Monday - Sunday 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM We are closed to the public on legal holidays. Email: animalshelter@cmcsheriff.net |
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ADOPTABLE CATS!
Hello everyone! Welcome to our Petfinder.com homepage.
Arf! Arf!, and Meow! Meow! from our most adoptable pets. We are waiting patiently for you to see us here, and to definitely meet us at the Shelter. Please enjoy snooping around on our Petfinder.com homepage. If you need more info, please visit our official webpage on Cape May County's website at CAPE MAY COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER AND ADOPTION CENTER
The Press of Atlantic City recently reported the accomplishments by CMCAS, including having one of the lowest euthanasia rates among shelters in the region. We take great pride in our reputation for saving and nurturing the precious lives of homeless animals. We encourage you to read all about it, and spread the word to others. So, please click the following link: Cape Animal Shelter Sees Lower Euthanasia Rates
The Cape May County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center (CMCAS) was officially established at its ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 16, 2004. At its Grand Opening on August 1, 2004, it promised to serve all Cape May County residents by kindly and energetically helpng homeless pets.
Communities throughout the United States are confronted with finding solutions for the large numbers of homeless pets. As a tourist and retirement destination, Cape May County faces additional unique challenges. In short, there are many adoptable animals and relatively few homes to absorb them. The Cape May County Animal Shelter seeks to ensure the humane treatment of all animals within the county and to foster a spirit of cooperation among the various organizations working on behalf of animals.
To address these circumstances, the CMCAS follows a three- pronged plan. First, CMCAS supports extensive spay/neuter programs to reduce the number of homeless animals. Second, CMCAS institutes aggressive adoption policies. Third, CMCAS implements educational programs for teaching responsible pet guardianship.
All feline adoptions shall include the following procedures unless previously documented as performed**:
Download an adoption form: Cape May County Animal Shelter Form Center
Canine or Feline Total Impound Cost:
Volunteers, the heart and soul of any shelter, are needed in every category. Whether you've had experience or not, your special talents will make the shelter a success for animals and people.
If you are over 18 and interested in volunteering, download a volunteer application by clicking this link here. Upon completion FAX, mail or bring it to the shelter. You can also call the shelter at 465-8923 and ask to have an application mailed to you.
You will be scheduled for a mandatory Orientation once your application has been approved. Volunteer Orientations are held on the first Wednesday and second Saturday of every month at 10:30am.
Interested residents 14 - 17 years of age may complete an application, but they must be accompanied by a parent or other responsible adult while volunteering.
**VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY**
Petsmart in Rio Grande has a beautiful location where our cats and dogs can be presented for adoption. Petsmart supplies the food, litter and toys and the shelter supplies the volunteers. That is where YOU come in.
Volunteers make the animals comfortable with clean cages and fresh food in the morning (7-9am) and evening (6-9pm).
Volunteers will also man an information and adoption table at the store on Wednesdays (6-8pm), Saturdays (2-4pm) and Sundays (2-4pm).
To read more about our volunteer activities at Petsmart click: http://www.cmcasvolunteers.blogspot.com
FAX Number - 609-465-8977
Volunteers are needed as:
The Cape May County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center welcomes donations to the Spay/Neuter Fund. Memorial gifts, trusts and bequests can be arranged to assist this effort. Please call the shelter at (609) 465-8923 for details.
NEWS
1/31/2011 - Press of Atlantic City: Great Article on Cape May County Shelter's Accomplishments
MISSION
DIRECTIONS
Directions: Travel on Garden State Parkway to Exit 11. At traffic light, go East approximately 120 feet on Cresthaven Road to Moore Road. Turn left (North) and proceed on Moore Road until reaching Shelter Road. . After passing Justice Way, you will reach Shelter Road. Turn right and you will see the Animal Shelter and Adoption Center. 
ADOPTING A FRIEND
All pets at this shelter are up-to-date on shots and will be altered and micro-chipped upon adoption and before leaving this facility. As part of our adoption process, we must have proof of residency, homeowners must show proof of ownership, landlord approval is required for renters before an adoption can be approved, a renter's policy that states you are allowed to have a dog or cat on the premises will be required.
ADOPTION FEES
CANINE ADOPTION PROCEDURES
All canine adoptions include the following procedures unless previously documented as performed*:
FELINE ADOPTION PROCEDURES
ADOPTION FORMS
IMPOUND FEES
VOLUNTEERING
DONATIONS
Donations of the following items will be greatly appreciated
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