Patty

👑 Adopt Patty (Yes, those ears are real. Yes, they’re magnificent.)<br/>Meet our long-legged princess with the “interesting ears” and an even more interesting personality. Patty is about 2 years old, endlessly curious, and always ready to see what’s happening next.<br/><br/>She’s active, happy, and loves to move — hiking buddy? Absolutely. She’s clocked 4 miles with volunteers without breaking a sweat. But here’s the twist: this energetic girl will also happily melt onto her side for a full-body massage, eyes slowly closing like she’s at a spa.<br/><br/>Patty thrives with:<br/>✔️ An active home<br/>✔️ Structure and continued training<br/>✔️ Being your one and only pet<br/>✔️ Older kids (12+)<br/><br/>She’s smart, eager, and benefits from clear guidance (we’re working on her walking manners and she’s doing great with tools that help her stay calm and focused). She greets visitors easily at her kennel and loves human company.<br/>Patty can enjoy playtime with other dogs out on hikes or at the park, but she needs to be the only pet in her home. She wants her people all to herself — and she will give you her whole heart in return.<br/><br/>She’s been waiting since June. She knows the shelter routine… but what she really needs is a couch, a yard, adventures, and someone committed to helping her continue to grow into her best self. We offer a free session with our trainer, Canine Cooperative, once an adoption is finalized.<br/><br/>Patty isn’t perfect — she’s young, excitable, and still learning her manners. But she is fun, loving, bright, and full of potential. (And honestly… aren’t we all works in progress?) Curious? Come meet this adorable, happy girl. Her ears are listening for you🐾<br/><br/>Please remember ALL dogs and cats once adopted need time to decompress in your home. Focus on creating a calm, safe, and structured environment to help them adjust. Take it slow. This gives you time to get to know their true personality, plus for them to get used to their new home and routine. Thank you! <br/><br/>Stop by to fill out an adoption application and spend as much time as you like with our dogs. We do not adopt first come; we always select the best placement for our animals. Please call your veterinarian to permit them to speak with us for our vet check. If you rent, bring proof (lease/contract) that you are allowed to have a dog. If you have a dog at home, a meet-and-greet will be scheduled for the second visit. We offer a free session with our trainer, Canine Cooperative, once an adoption is finalized. Come meet her soon! <br/> <br/>Our adoption fee is $150 for dogs. This includes heartworm and Lyme testing, flea/tick preventatives, deworming, age-appropriate vaccines, and spay/neuter if six months or older. If they are too young, we require a $50 deposit that will be refunded upon proof that the pet has been altered.<br/><br/>For more info on our shelter and available pets, check us out online: <br/> - www.westmilfordanimalshelter.org<br/> - www.facebook.com/westmilford.animalshelter<br/><br/>West Milford Animal Shelter Society<br/>Lycosky Drive, West Milford, NJ 07480 <br/>(973) 728-2859<br/><br/>Visiting Hours<br/>Mon - Fri: 10 - 1<br/>Wed Night: 7:30 - 9<br/>Weekends: 10 - 3

👑 Adopt Patty (Yes, those ears are real. Yes, they’re magnificent.)
Meet our long-legged princess with the “interesting ears” and an even more interesting personality. Patty is about 2 years old, endlessly curious, and always ready to see what’s happening next.

She’s active, happy, and loves to move — hiking buddy? Absolutely. She’s clocked 4 miles with volunteers without breaking a sweat. But here’s the twist: this energetic girl will also happily melt onto her side for a full-body massage, eyes slowly closing like she’s at a spa.

Patty thrives with:
✔️ An active home
✔️ Structure and continued training
✔️ Being your one and only pet
✔️ Older kids (12+)

She’s smart, eager, and benefits from clear guidance (we’re working on her walking manners and she’s doing great with tools that help her stay calm and focused). She greets visitors easily at her kennel and loves human company.
Patty can enjoy playtime with other dogs out on hikes or at the park, but she needs to be the onl

👑 Adopt Patty (Yes, those ears are real. Yes, they’re magnificent.)
Meet our long-legged princess with the “interesting ears” and an even more interesting personality. Patty is about 2 years old, endlessly curious, and always ready to see what’s happening next.

She’s active, happy, and loves to move — hiking buddy? Absolutely. She’s clocked 4 miles with volunteers without breaking a sweat. But here’s the twist: this energetic girl will also happily melt onto her side for a full-body massage, eyes slowly closing like she’s at a spa.

Patty thrives with:
✔️ An active home
✔️ Structure and continued training
✔️ Being your one and only pet
✔️ Older kids (12+)

She’s smart, eager, and benefits from clear guidance (we’re working on her walking manners and she’s doing great with tools that help her stay calm and focused). She greets visitors easily at her kennel and loves human company.
Patty can enjoy playtime with other dogs out on hikes or at the park, but she needs to be the only pet in her home. She wants her people all to herself — and she will give you her whole heart in return.

She’s been waiting since June. She knows the shelter routine… but what she really needs is a couch, a yard, adventures, and someone committed to helping her continue to grow into her best self. We offer a free session with our trainer, Canine Cooperative, once an adoption is finalized