Adoptions Half Off Aug. 17 At Manahawkin Animal Shelter

MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Providing a fur buddy with a forever home will get a bit easier. The Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter will cut adoption fees in half from 1-4 p.m. Aug. 17.

The Ocean County Animal Facilities in Manahawkin and Jackson will both participate in the fifth-annual "Clear the Shelters" national adoption event. Every dog and cat adopted receives a veterinary exam, age-appropriate vaccinations, spaying or neutering, and microchipping. Everyone who adopts a pet will also receive a goodie bag with treats and toys.

“We have a large variety of kittens and cats that are just adorable. Our dogs come in a variety of breeds, sizes and ages," said Ocean County Health Department Public Information Officer Brian Lippai. "The Ocean County Health Department encourages responsible pet ownership and we like to discourage people from buying from puppy mills. There's nothing quite like a shelter pet."

You can adopt pets from the following locations:

• Southern Ocean County Animal Facility: 360 Haywood Road, Manahawkin
• Northern Ocean County Animal Facility: 615 Freemond Ave., Jackson

For more information on “Clear the Shelters” or the Ocean County Animal Facilities, call 732-657-8086 or 609-978-0127, or check out www.ochd.org. You can donate to or find more about Clear the Shelters here.

“The Clear the Shelter event has been a success every year and we look forward once again to finding good, loving homes for all the wonderful pets we have available for adoption at both facilities.," said Ocean County Freeholder Gerry P. Little, liaison to the County Board of Health.

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