A turn of events for the economy would help more owners be able to retain their pets rather than surrender them, especially as the price of pet food has not been immune to inflation.
The organization's mission is to provide quality care and a loving home for every dog and cat, and its chief longterm goal is to build a no-kill sanctuary.
For the second year in a row, the Atlantic County Animal Shelter in Pleasantville is taking part in a nationwide, one-day program of free animal adoptions.
A number of recent animal hoarding, strays and pets being surrendered by owners has New Jersey shelters scrambling to make room for the influx in animals.