Contact
Atlantic County Animal Shelter
240 Old Turnpike Road
Pleasantville, NJ 08232
P: (609) 485-2345
F: (609) 484-0767
Kathy Kelsey
Manager
News
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Summer Lovin' Free Adoptions at Atlantic County Animal Shelter
06/25/2025 9:15 AM
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Waived Fee Weekends at Atlantic County Animal Shelter, May 3-31
04/24/2025 10:42 AM
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Volunteers Wanted
We are celebrating the human animal bond and spotlighting a very special group of volunteers from Newkirk Family Veterinarians. Thanks to their team for spending some quality time with the shelter pets. For volunteer opportunities apply online or at the shelter.
Clear the Shelters
August 24-27, 2023
Animal Shelter and Animal Services
Summer Lovin’ Free Adoptions
Saturday, July 5 through Saturday, July 12
Free adoptions of dogs and cats available for immediate adoption and ready to go home the same day beginning Saturday, July 5 through Saturday, July 12.
Hours of Operation
The Atlantic County Animal Shelter is open for adoption services from 1-4 pm daily.
Surrender of owned animals are by APPOINTMENT ONLY. Appointments can be scheduled by calling 609-485-2345.
Any incoming strays should be directed to the local Animal Control Officer for proper processing.
Join Our Team!
The Atlantic County Animal Shelter has full and part time job opportunities for animal attendants and technicians.
Adoption Fees
The following fees currently apply to the adoption of animals.
Puppies and Dogs
Fee: $110.00
The adoption fee includes mandatory sterilization, age appropriate vaccinations, diagnostic testing, a microchip and a free veterinary consultation.
Kitten and Cats
Fee: $85.00
Each additional Feline adoption: $42.50
The adoption fee includes mandatory sterilization, age appropriate vaccinations, diagnostic testing, a microchip and a free veterinary consultation.
ADOPTION FEE INCENTIVES
Senior Pet Discount: 50%
“Can Go Home Today: Pets: 50%
Military Discount: 50%
County Employee Discount: 50%
Additional Fees
The following are also available for an additional fee:
- Home Again Microchip: $30.00
- I.D. Tag: $6.00
Donations Accepted
We appreciate your generosity, but we can only accept donations of food, towels, and newspapers. Please do not leave other items at our door! We thank you for your cooperation.
Thank You Ruff Ryders Motorcycle Club!
On Saturday, July 5, the Ruff Ryders Motorcycle Club visited the Atlantic County Animal Shelter bringing donations and love for our shelter dogs and cats.
More Photos of this event are available on our Photo Gallery page.
See more of those helping the Shelter on our Community Partners page.
NJ Low Cost Spay/Neuter Programs
You may be eligible to have your pet spayed or neutered at a discounted price at one of the participating veterinary hospitals. Learn more on the State's Animal Population Control page.
Animal Cruelty Information
Attention Pet Owners: Atlantic County is required to provide you with the following information regarding the crime of animal cruelty, and how to prevent it.
- Guide to Prevention of Animal Cruelty Laws
- NJSA 4:22-17 Cruelty; certain acts, crime; degrees.
- NJSA 4:22-26 Penalties for various acts constituting cruelty.
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