October is Black Cat Month

Please click on the title above and read an article by Franny Syufy about black cats. Once you learn all about them and how great they are come to the Burlington County Animal Shelter. There are a lot of wonderful black cats to choose from. Please come and see these cats yourself and pass their information along to anyone you know to help these great cats get homes before it is too late!! Here are pictures of a few.

Benny is an all-black short haired cutie who's about a year old and has still got the energy of a kitten. He's a sweet boy who is curious and excited about new things, and loves to play and bounce around. He likes people and will happily give you licks when you give him attention! Benny's ID # is 42831.


Diego has gorgeous yellow eyes and a sleek black coat. He's about a year old and is very playful and curious about the world around him. If you take him home with you he could expand his horizons and grow up to be even more fabulous than he already is. Diego's ID # is 43678.


Halo is a handsome 1-year-old boy with short and glossy all-black fur and golden eyes.Halo's former owner says he's a friendly but cautious kitty who likes being petted and playing with his toys. Halo is a little shy, but he's very much a calm sweetheart who loves to cuddle with people and adores being petted. Halo's ID # is 43696.




Elvis is a very handsome, glossy, all-black 1-year-old boy who is such a sweetheart! Elvis didn't mind being awoken from his nap, and started purring as soon as he saw me. He's a very affectionate boy who adores being petted and given love. Elvis's ID # is 44367.




All these great pets are waiting at the Burlington County Animal Shelter.
County Facilities Complex - Woodlane Road
35 Academy Drive
Westampton, NJ 08060
Phone for adoption info: 609-265-5073
http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/NJ148.html

October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month!! But don't forget about the cats too!

Why Adopt a Shelter Dog or Cat?
When you buy a pet from a pet store, you're really perpetuating the suffering of the thousands of dogs used for breeding in puppy mills. But when you adopt from a shelter or rescue group, you save a life and un-break the heart of a dog or cat looking for someone to love for a lifetime. Check out some of the dogs & cats at the Burlington County Animal Shelter still looking for their forever home!


Frankie is an adorable all-black cutie-pie who's still under a year old. He's VERY energetic and LOVES to play with toys (or fingers, or anything that wiggles!). Frankie's ID # is 42626.



Kya is a 3-4 year old female that weighs in at 61 lbs. She has a beautiful brindle coloring and amber eyes. She responds well on her leash but does prefer the company of women rather then men. She knows how to sit and loves to get treats. Kya's ID # is 41973.


Pirate is a quiet but curious 9 lb, 2 year old male cat. He is very laid back and will be happy to settle into your house and spend his days relaxing and cleaning his dainty white paws. Pirate's ID # is 42675.


Lilac is an adorable little 33-pound girl, about 1 year of age. She came to the shelter as a stray and is a little scared here, but with love and good care she'll make a wonderful pet! Lilac's ID # is 42137.


All these great pets can be adopted through the Burlington County Animal Shelter!
(609) 265-5073
35 Academy Drive Westampton, NJ
http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/NJ148.html

Postable Pets!! Please Help Us Find A Home!

The shelter is overflowing with dogs and cats! Please help these long term pets find their forever home! Pass their information along to family and friends, post them on your social networking page and/or reach out to a rescue group.



Katie is our Cat Of The Month! The lucky adopter will get $10 off the adoption fee and a kitty goody bag! Katie is a beautiful tan and black striped tabby. She is a calm and curious girl that can be shy but still likes to play and be given love. Katie's ID # is 41324.

Cameron is a friendly, curious, playful kitten of about 10 months old. He is looking for someone to play with. He is a real sweetheart! Cameron's ID # is 42622.



Mysterious is a 6 year old, 56 pound girl of chocolate brown and white. She is a low energy girl that walks well on a leash. Her former owner states she is good with other dogs and children. Mysterious's ID # is 41259.


Dexter is our Dog of the Month!! The lucky adopter will get $10 off the adoption fee and a free doggie goody bag! Dexter is a handsome 8 year old pointer mix who weighs about 60 pounds. He is a calm boy who likes to go on walks. He is also a shy boy but will warm up to you and follow commands. Dexter's ID # is 41770.



All these great pets are at the Burlington County Animal Shelter.
609 265 5073
35 Academy Drive Westampton, NJ 08060
http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/NJ148.html

Postable Pets!!

Here are a few of the pets still waiting at the Burlington County Animal Shelter. Please consider adopting these great animals yourself or passing their information along to someone who could give these waiting cuties a home!! Time is of the essence for these wonderful pets!

This handsome dark gray fellow is Ash. He's a happy and playful kitty who seems to have endless energy. He's a very sweet, and friendly, and loves to run around and chase toys. Ash's ID # is 42194.




This young, petite orange and white girl named Champagne is a little shy but super sweet. She will meow to let you know she wants some attention and roll over when she is getting it! Champagne's ID # is 42178.




Jet is a sweet and affectionate boy of about 5 years old and 66 pounds. He really enjoys his playtime but will takes breaks to get some attention from you! Jet's ID # is 40846.




Rosie is a sweet 4 year old girl that is good with children. She knows the command sit and also is leash and crate trained! Rosie's ID # is 41036.



All these great animals are at the Burlington County Animal Shelter. 35 Academy Drive Westampton, NJ (609) 265 5073

Come see our Cat of the Month Katie (ID#41324) for a reduced fee & goodie bag!

Adopt-A-Less-Adoptable-Pet-Week!!

What is Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet Week? This week is sponsored by Petfinder and it is for all those animals out there that are seniors, FIV+ cats, HW+ dogs or disabled pets. This week is about them and to help them get promoted! So, here are a few from the Burlington County Animal Shelter! Pass their information along to anyone you know that might be interested! They are all looking for their forever homes!!


This handsome boy is Denzel and he is an FIV+ cat that has had a rough time of it. His former owner was unable to pay his medical bills after he was attacked by a dog. So, poor Denzel here has ended up with no tail, no home and no family. Even though he has had a tough time of it he is a super sweet boy that loves to be given attention! Denzel's ID # is 42837.

This here is Marley and he is one of the older cats at 6 years old, still waiting at the shelter. He is a very handsome black cat with really cool yellow eyes. He is a very friendly, happy boy who likes to be petted. Marley's ID # is 42548.

This is Chico and he is the oldest cat at the shelter at about 13 years old. His former owner says he is very affectionate, friendly and loves to play. He is a big boy but is super gentle and declawed. Chico's ID # is 43561.


Blaze is a 2 year old White Stafford Terrier that has been tested + for heart worm however he is being treated. He needs to go to a home that does not have other animals. He is well trained. Check out his video on Petfinder.com! Blaze's ID # is 40481.


This is Rachel and she is one of the older dogs at the shelter. She is 12 years old and good with children. Rachel is leash trained, loves toys and attention. She does prefer to be the only animal is the house. Rachel's ID # is 40554.


All these great pets are at the Burlington County Animal Shelter.

35 Academy Drive Westampton, NJ (609) 265-5073

More Postable Pets! Give them a chance by passing their information along!

Puddy is a sweet and goofy little boy. Though this handsome fella can be a little shy sometimes, he's got tons of energy and would love to play with you! His ID # is 40394.

Adrianna is a beautiful calico/tabby girl that enjoys being petted and playing. She is a little shy though and will need some extra TLC but I'm sure the reward of her companionship will be worth it! Her ID # is 40216.

Tweeter is a great girl that loves attention, petting and knows the command sit. She would love for you to take her for long walks and she would prefer to be the only dog in the house. Her ID # is 40360.

Jada is a 4 year old boy that loves affection and want to be your one and only. He is a friendly guy who gives kisses and sits politely for treats! He does however need some training to learn polite walking. His ID # is 40361.


Please post these great animals on your social networking page, email your friends and reach out to any rescue group you think might be interested!

All these wonderful pets are located at the Burlington County Animal Shelter. 35 Academy Drive Westampton, NJ 609 265-6073

Postable Pets: Here are some wonderful pets that have been at the shelter the longest. Please pass their information along to friends & family!!

Spark is a beautiful orange & white cat that is a little shy but loves to play. She is only one year old and is super sweet. Her ID # is 40054.

Socks is a great girl with really soft black & white fur. She has bright green eyes that are waiting to see her new human companion! Her ID # is 40057.

Woody is a loveable dog that would like to be the only dog in your home. He knows how to sit on command and really likes to go for walks. His ID # is 39466.

Angel is a great girl that loves to play and knows the commands sit & stay. She is also crate trained and would be best in an adult home. Her ID # is 39944.

All these great animals are at the Burlington County Animal Shelter.
35 Academy Drive Westampton, NJ 609 265-6073

Dog of the Month! | Star (38736)

The shelter is now featuring a dog of the month! The lucky adopter will get a $10 discount on the adoption fee and a doggy goodie bag!

Star is a sweet and cheerful 4-year-old medium-sized girl with pretty, gray brindle fur. She adores people and loves to spend time in human company, getting petted and loved and played with. This sweetheart is well-behaved on a leash, and simply wants to be somebody's best friend forever! Star may not do well in a home with other dogs, but she'd certainly make a wonderful pet for a single-pet household. She was surrendered through no fault of her own, and she's still waiting for her true forever home, so please consider take her home with you! How can you say no to that happy face?

Please refer to Star's ID #38736 and call or visit the shelter today. 609-265-5073 || 35 Academy Drive Westampton, NJ 08060

Cats of the Month! | Jay and Katie (40753 & 41324)

Jay has been adopted!

The shelter is now featuring two Cats of the Month! The lucky adopters will get $10 off the adoption fee and a kitty goodie bag!

Jay is a laid-back kitty who's about two years old, and what a handsome boy he is, with his gorgeous, plush orange and white tabby-pattern fur and lovely amber eyes. Jay is an outgoing fellow who likes to play and positively loves attention, especially from people. This cute orange-and-white tabby would love to return your affection (with interest!) as soon as you come visit him at the shelter! He was surrendered through no fault of his own, and he's still waiting for a happy forever home.

Please refer to Jay's ID #40753 and call or visit the shelter today. 609-265-5073 || 35 Academy Drive Westampton, NJ 08060

Katie is a small, gorgeous tan and black-striped tabby lady, under 2 years old, who was surrendered to the shelter pregnant. Her kittens have likely all been adopted, but she remains behind, waiting to find her true forever home. She's a curious and playful little girl who's still not quite sure what to make of the shelter, but she'd love to meet you! Please stop by for a visit soon and see if you're a match!

Please refer to Katie's ID #41324 and call or visit the shelter today. 609-265-5073 || 35 Academy Drive Westampton, NJ 08060

Cat of the Month! | Tornado (39646)

Tornado/Tori has been adopted!

The lucky adopter of this awesome Cat of the Month will get $10 off the adoption fee and a kitty goodie bag!

Tornado is nothing like her namesake! Tornado is a very sweet, gentle, and loving 6-year-old girl with gorgeous mostly-white calico fur, and her favorite thing in the world is to be petted and loved. Tornado was surrendered to the shelter when her former owner moved and could not take her along. Her former owner says she does well with other cats, enjoys playing with toys, and is already housetrained and spayed. She also appears to do well with at least some dogs. Tornado is still waiting for her true forever home, so please come visit her soon and see if you're a match!

Please refer to Tornado's ID #39646 and call or visit the shelter today. 609-265-5073 || 35 Academy Drive Westampton, NJ 08060

Cat of the Month! | Ellie (39351)

Ellie has been adopted!

The shelter is now featuring a cat of the month! The lucky adopter will get $10 off the adoption fee and a kitty goodie bag!

This cat is such a gentle little sweetheart. She's a quiet, calm little 1-2 year old who will happily purr and rub on you when her soft fur is petted. She's been described as "precious" and "delicate", and simply seems like a very nice, low-energy kitty. She is interested in the world and does enjoy playing, but I think she just likes affection more. She seems like the type of cat who'd enjoy a lap or a sunny windowsill, and she seems to get along with other cats. She's got short, mostly white fur with black patches, and pretty, pale green eyes. Please come pay this sweetie a visit. She's still waiting for her loving forever home.

Please refer to Ellie's ID #39351 and call or visit the shelter today. 609-265-5073 || 35 Academy Drive Westampton, NJ 08060

BCAS & Volunteers at Earth Fair and Dog Walk - 6/18/11

On June 18th, 2011, Friends of the Burlington County Animal Shelter participated in two fun events: Waggin' Tails and Trails (a fun, health-themed dog walk open to the public) and the annual Burlington County Earth Fair, both held at Historic Smithville Park in Eastampton! We had a lot of fun, and I look forward to participating in next year's events.

The Dog Walk: Waggin' Tails and Trails:

I've only got a few pictures to show from the dog walk, though my fellow volunteer Terry W. might have something to say about my not posting the picture she took of me doing jumping jacks at a walking station manned by exercise-minded children!

Don't the dogs look happy? The little guy's D-41786 Toby and the bigger guy is D-39503 Patch. As of this posting, both of these wonderful dogs are still available for adoption at BCAS.

Cat Of The Week! | C-39868 Kitty

Kitty is a 10-year-old dark tortoiseshell cutie. Kitty was surrendered to the shelter when owner was no longer physically able to care for her. Her former owner says she's a shy girl who's good with kids and other cats, and enjoys playing with balls and feather toys. Kitty is low/medium-energy lady who is very socialized and will purr and purr when given attention. She really adores people! She's a pretty girl too, with mostly black fur with spots of orange, and white fur on her chest, belly and legs. Come visit Kitty at the shelter soon and consider giving her the forever home she deserves!

Please refer to Kitty's shelter # of C-39868 when calling or visiting the shelter.
609-265-5073 || 15 Pioneer Blvd. Westampton, NJ 08060

Cats have a reduced fee for the month of June & July!! Come and rescue a cat!

FIV+ Shelter Cat Needs Help!

UPDATE 6/11/11: Sweet Leo was rescued by BCAA! Roly, unfortunately, did not make it out of the overcrowded system. Please, opt to adopt, and spay or neuter your pets so wonderful animals like Roly don't ever get left behind again.

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Please forward to every rescue and rescuer in the NJ area!

Leo and Roly need help ASAP. They are at the Burlington County Animal Shelter, which is currently overloaded on cats and must continually make space for incoming animals. These awesome cats have FIV+ test results and thus have a much lower chance of being adopted out than the average cat.

Both cats are in good health, and extremely friendly, affectionate and loving. If Roly in particular had not impressed the shelter staff with his amazing sweetness, his time at this shelter may have been up by now due to his lengthy stay.

Anyone interested in adopting or rescuing one or both of these wonderful FIV+ boys can contact the shelter's Animal Advocates (jrichardson@co.burlington.nj.us or lcliver@co.burlington.nj.us), or BCAA's Volunteer Cat Advocate Linda (lindazaccaria@comcast.net).

Leo - 3-4 y/o, male, longhair
extremely loving!

• Leo is a 3-4 year old orange and white longhaired male who has been at the shelter since April 2011. Every single time Leo sees somebody coming near him, his paws start right up kneading in anticipation of love!

Roly - 1-2 y/o, male
incredibly sweet!

• Roly is a 1-2 year old black and white shorthaired male who has been at the shelter since December 2010. "Roly" is short for "Roly Poly", because once he starts getting petted, all he can do is roll around in bliss!

Cat of the Week! | C-39201 Isabel

This very friendly kitty is a cuddler who loves to be held and petted. She did a lot of purring and rolling over during my visit, trying her best to get my attention.

She is a very pretty cat with calico-colored medium/long fur, and she may have some Persian in her as well, given her cute little squished-looking face.

She is medium-sized, is estimated to be about 3-5 years old, and would simply love for you to come visit her!

If you're looking for a cat to snuggle up with and hold, this may be the cutie for you. Please consider adopting this deserving lady.

Please refer to her number C-39201 when contacting the shelter at 609-265-5073.

Why Should You Adopt An Older Cat

We adopted our first kitten from a friend 2 years ago. She lives on a farm and unfortunately someone dumped a pregnant cat on her property. Thankfully, my friend found the cat and was able to find homes for all her kittens. My friend got the mom spayed and adopted her and one of her kittens! Our second kitten we rescued from a no kill shelter. While I was there I saw all the older cats waiting for a home. The people at the shelter encouraged me to adopt an older cat but I had my mind set on a kitten. We brought a kitten home and she is great. Then a funny thing happened. My son found a stray cat while playing outside. He was a super friendly cat and was very hungry. We continued to feed him while I looked for his owners. We never found the owners and so the cat became ours! I was amazed at what a great cat he is. Now I understood what the shelter was talking about! Why didn't I listen??

Cat of the Week! | C-39351 Ellie

This cat is such a gentle little sweetheart. She's a quiet, calm little 1-2 year old who will happily purr and rub on you when her soft fur is petted. She's been described as "precious" and "delicate", and simply seems like a very nice, low-energy kitty. She is interested in the world and does enjoy playing, but I think she just likes affection more. She seems like the type of cat who'd enjoy a lap or a sunny windowsill. She's got short, mostly white fur with black patches, and pretty, pale green eyes. Please come pay this sweetie a visit. She's still waiting for her loving forever home. She is located at the Burlington County Animal Shelter, Mount Holly, NJ. 609-265-5073 Please refer to this girl's ID # C-39351 if interested.

Precious Pets is Displaying Our Kittens!!!

Precious Pets pet store has agreed to sponsor a cage of BCAS kittens.  The kittens will be available for adoption through Burlington County Animal Alliance.  Please stop in the store after Feb. 11 to see the kittens on display.  Precious Pets is located in Burlington on route 130 N. across from Lucas Ford.