Thank you again.

Terry S.

It's been probably a year and a half since we adopted our dog (Rommel) from your facility, and I just wanted to say that we absolutely love him. He was a handful when we first got him, and it took me all summer of staying home to break him of his separation anxiety but we managed to do it (thank goodness).  Now he's a wonderful companion to all of us and we love him very much.

Thanks for taking care of him before we came in to adopt him.  Keep up the good work!!!

Tanya & Jim C.

Sadly after 17 years,  we had to put our tabby cat Samantha to sleep.  We picked her up from WMAS in 1989.  She was our first cat and slept by my side every night for most of those years.  She would come running to me almost every time I called to her and loved to sleep on my lap..  We have another cat from WMAS from 5 years ago who I know misses Sam…  will see you soon for another.

Thanks for giving us a Cat filled with love and affection,

Ken & Linda

Dan & Eileen D

LAST SEPT WE LOST OUR LAST CAT AT AGE 17, POPCORN; HER SISTER HAD DIED IN APRIL 2005 AT AGE 16, AFTER HAVING CATS ALL OUR MARRIED LIVES, WE KNEW WE JUST HAD TO CONTINUE AS THE HOUSE WAS SO EMPTY WITHOUT THEM. I COULD NOT DO SO RIGHT AWAY SO WE WAITED UNTIL AFTER NEW YEARS.

GOING TO THE SHELTER, WE FELL IN LOVE WITH "WILMA" WHO HAD A HEARING PROBLEM AND TILTS HER HEAD.  WE TOOK HER HOME AND SHE TOOK OVER OUT HOME AND OUR HEARTS. SHE WAS PLAYFUL AND SEEMED SO HAPPY TO HAVE A FAMILY AGAIN. THE NEXT SAT WE RETURNED FOR OUR SECOND CAT AND MET "BEATRICE", WHO WOULD LET ME PUT HER BACK IN HER CAGE AFTER I HELD HER, SO SHE PICKED US AND HOME SHE WENT TO JOIN, THE FIRST ADOPTED CAT WE NAMED "BUTTONS"", WE DID NOT KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT AS THEY WERE NOT SIBLINGS' WELL AFTER ABOUT 1 HOUR OF HIDING, THEY SNIFFED EACH OTHER, I GAVE THEM FOOD AND THEY ATE RIGHT NEXT TO EACH OTHER  AND BECAME BEST BUDDIES.  WE NAMED HER "BINGO". 

THEY LOVE EACH OTHER, SLEEP AND EAT TOGETHER AND PLAY WITH TONS OF ENERGY.  WE ARE VERY HAPPY WITH BOTH OF THEM AND THEY ARE VERY AFFECTIONATE AND WELL BEHAVED CATS TOO. WE KNOW WE WERE NOT TRYING TO REPLACE THE CATS WE LOST, BUT WE KNEW WE COULD LEARN TO LOVE OTHER ONES AGAIN AND WE HAVE.

ELEANOR AND JOHN M.

WEST MILFORD

HI - I ADOPTED TIPPER , THE 7 MTH. OLD KITTEN WITH NEUROLOGICAL DISABILITIES ON MARCH 30TH. JUST WANTED YOU ALL TO KNOW THAT HE HAS WON OUR HEARTS AND WE ALL JUST LOVE HIM SO MUCH ALREADY!!! TOMMY NOW PLAYS WITH ALL HIS FELINE BROTHERS & SISTERS AND NOW BLENDS RIGHT IN WITH THEM. MOMMY AND DADDY ADORE HIM AND WE THINK HE LOVES US TOO BECAUSE HE FOLLOWS US ALL ROUND AND IS ALWAYS PURRING! TOMMY IS IN A COMPLETELY CARPETED HOME, HAS A NEW BED OF HIS OWN AS WELL AS NEW TOYS MOMMY PICKED OUT FOR HIM. BECAUSE OF HIS DISABILITIES, WE KEEP A CLOSE WATCH ON HIS WHEREABOUTS AND KEEP HIM SAFE AT ALL TIMES.

TOMMY IS A REAL JOY TO HAVE IN OUR LIVES, WE ABSOLUTELY LOVE HIM! THANK YOU TO GLORY, ROXANNE AND JOAN FOR ALL YOUR HELPFUL INFORMATION ABOUT TOMMY AND MAKING THIS ADOPTION POSSIBLE.

BETH AND FAMILY

RINGWOOD

My friend was telling me about a lot of dogs that came into the shelter about 3 years ago. Five Dachounds and two Shih-tzu's one was about 2 years old and the other one was a puppy. They were dropped off by two men that were told to get rid of them by their landlord.

Lucky for me I went to the shelter to see Coby and he was all skin and bones he had a cyst over his eye and his hair was very thin and dry looking. I couldn't leave him behind so I adopted him. Although he has a marking problem I decided to get some belly bands and keep him. He has gone to obedience classes and he is sooo sweet. He loves my husband and sleeps next to him and can't wait until he gets home at night. He waits at the front door with a toy in his mouth for us to get home when he hears our car pulling into the driveway. Even with his marking problem I would never part with him he is so appreciative of everything and so cute too!

Thank you for letting me tell my story.

Joan K. (Hewitt, NJ)

Thank you for giving my Junior a beautiful Cista. Junior was at the time 15 years old and was losing his kitty playful antics, so I thought another cat would spice up his old life. Well, at first he was a bit insulted that I bring another cat into his home as he was the only one for 15 years, then he started to like her, now he loves her! I recommend bringing home a playmate for any cat at any age. It could extend their life.

Since then, I came back for another playmate...........you should see how they all cuddle up together............it is so sweet.

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU

Janet....West Milford, NJ

Hi, just wanted to thank you guys for letting us adopt Macy, she is such a sweet and loving dog. Macy is adjusting very well to her new home and family we all enjoy having her with us, including TJ, they are getting along just fine as the enclosed pictures will show.

Macy is bouncing back from surgery with no problems, she is becoming very playful, has a great appetite and loves all her new toys. Macy will be seeing the vet on Monday, December 26. to have her stitches taken out and the rest of her vaccinations. Will keep you updated on Macy if you like. Hope you enjoy the pictures and thanks again.
 
Jeanmarie & Jerry T.

Hi,I just wanted to send to you my appreciation for our adoption of “Jessica” last night.  We will be giving her a new name “Serenity”, because she is such a loving, calm, peaceful soul.

Our 1st night together went well. She seemed to have adjusted very well for the first night. She ate some food, used the litter box & drank some water. She had a room of her own which we spent about 1 ½ hrs. with her before retiring to bed. Slightly introduced her to the dog, but initially a small confrontation (nothing harmful) just some growling from the cat & the dog very anxious to see the cat, but chose to make that meeting at another time. Woke up this morning & went to see her and she came right to me in the morning. We decided to take her out of the room & bring her into our living area, only this time I held her in my arms upon her next meeting with our dog. This went so much better!!

The dog wasn’t so anxious & the cat felt safe enough to barely growl at the dog. They even met face to face without to much discomfort for the first time. I think in a few more days of slowly making this introduction they will get along just fine! Like anything, it takes patience, and getting used to new surroundings. She has such a pleasant personality & will fit into our home environment in no time, along with Blaze, our dog. She is truly a wonderful addition to our family & I am very grateful for your help in adopting her. I also want to thank you for the wonderful cat carrier you had given to me. I really do appreciate that gift.

I will keep you updated on her progress over the next week, but I think she is going to do just fine! We love her! She is a sweetheart & a blessing.

Thank you so very much!

Sincerely,
April B., Tjory & Blaze & now “Serenity”

I adopted Rose in March of this year.  Her name slightly changed to Rosie.  She is the sweetest cat! What a love.  She will sit for hours  on end just to be pet.  Our other furry family has adapted pretty well.  Hector a 8 year old tabby (looks exactly like Rosie, but larger) is her buddy.  Our two dogs, Tank and Codi still cause some friction here and there, but they are adapting well.  Our daughter is 20 months old and is always calling I see Osie.

THANK YOU!!! She is a great addition to our family!

Londa, Timothy and Brandi D.

I adopted a 4 month old male older kitten 3 years ago from you. He is the love of my life. I named him Moose due to the size of his paws at the time. He grew into his name. I wish i had a way to show you a photo of him but have no means to do so.

My life shortly after adopting him became unraveled. I had to sell my home, and find a new place for Moose and I to live. We moved to another county and settled in. He has been my friend through out the move although he due to his size broke out of the cat carrier on move here. He lays by my feet and snuggles with me during the cold months this past winter.

I have always had cats and dogs but Moose is my life line. He is an indoor only boy. I purchased a fish tank to keep him amused while i am at work. He is not in the least bit interested in the fish. His only interest in the fish is when i am admiring them. I believe he is jealous of the attention i give them.

At any rate Thank you for giving me my boy. If and when i can afford a home of my own i will gladly adopt a dog or cat from your very friendly staff.

Again, I thank you.

Dear West Milford Animal Shelter - Thank you so much, we adopted Shadow a 2 year old cat " new name is "Romeo".

In January of this year, we are so happy with him and would just like to thank you. As you can see he is right at home with us and his new brother Rainer.

Thank you,
Roger & Penelope

Good Day, I'd like to thank you for introducing me to my best friend. I adopted a Beagle named Chet in March 2004. His new name is DUDE! He loves being outside in the backyard sniffing for cats and chasing birds. During the spring and summer, he enjoys spending time in the sun. We have a park bench in our backyard that he lays on for hours with his water bowl next to him.

He knows a few tricks. The "Butt Dance" is when his tail wags so hard, it makes his butt shake side to side. He can jump onto or over my back for a treat. "Find It" is when I hide a treat or his ball and he's got to use his hound skills to find it. And the basic sit, up, down, stay commands. I constantly have to buy new toys for Dude because he destroys them all. Except for Trigger, a stuffed giraffe that has survived since April. He can destroy a baseball in 40mins and a small stuffed animal in 20mins. But when I give him bones, he hides them in the backyard for a rainy day.

We had a great summer together. I had a custom made shoulder/bookbag style carrying bag made for him so I can transport him on the NY subway. Although he gets car sink (but loves to stick his head out the window) he loves being on the train. There's an opening on the top of his "ByeBye Bag" where he can sit up and people watch. From May to early Oct., Dude joined my girlfriends and I for our weekly Saturday Brunch at outdoor cafes in the city. In August, we drove down to the coast of N. Carolina for the weekend. Dude does not like the ocean but he like digging in the sand.

In Oct., I picked up a stray dog in my neighborhood (Dude found her). A shepard/chow mutt, she now belongs to my roommate, her name is Dolly. Dude's playfulness has increase with having her around. Having Dude is the best thing that happen to me in 2004. My spirit are so high because of him. No matter what, his tail is always wagging when I get home. I love him and spoil him unconditionally.

Dear West Milford Animal Shelter -  Thank you!!! I went to your shelter this summer to adopt a new cat. One of our beloved cats died in June and the cat that survived was in a deep depression. I walked in your door, "just looking" with my 4 1/2 month old baby in-tow. Well, we walked out of your shelter with two new additions to our family - Sam and Kitty.

I asked for a cat that would be good with children, and the volunteer showed me two kittens that she had personally hand-raised (the mother cat was killed when they were two weeks old). Sam and Kitty are very good cats - they are very people-oriented and purr like crazy. I sometimes think that they believe they are human. They are gentle with my daughter who is now 9 months old - and can get a little aggressive with them. Sam and Kitty are both very tolerant of my daughter mauling them on a regular basis.

I am glad, too, that I chose to adopt two kittens instead of one. They are the perfect companions to one another - they can almost always be found sleeping on or near each other. Our adult cat warmed up to them quickly, and occasionally will be found napping with them.

Our family is lucky to have such wonderful kittens - thank you.

Lesla O.

We adopted Mariah the Beagle in September of 2002.  She had a neglectful and maybe abusive past before she came into our lives.  Separation anxiety and other issues including not knowing how to play came along with her.  We were baffled and saddened that a dog would not know how to play or wag their tail...such a natural response that puppies are usually born with!

But what a dog she is now!  With alot of training (with a professional who specialized in abused dogs), love and patience...she blossomed into a wonderful part of our family!  1 year later, we are so in love with her that we cancelled our honeymoon...bought an RV and took Mariah with us!  Mariah has come such a long way and she is a completely different dog!  She's now a seasoned camper & couch potato, loves to play with her stuffed toy ducky, car rides and is very spoiled from her Grandma & Grandpa!

The love that you receive from a rescued animal is like no other.  They know...maybe with time...that you saved them.   My husband & I always say that there is a part of us that feels like Mariah also saved us.  She made us want to be a family and to be together with her unconditional love.

I cannot stress enough how much we love her and we thank the West Milford Animal Shelter for letting us be owned by our Beagle !

JoAnn & Mike D.

Dear Animal Shelter,

I was adopted from your shelter last year, in May, I thought you'd like to know how I am doing. My new Mom named me Sunday for two reasons, first she adopted me on a Sunday and also b/c of my markings, I look like a butterscotch Ice Cream Sundae.

I am doing very well. I get so much love and attention from my Mom and Dad. They think I am beautiful.

I have a very big cage in the cellar for when the weather is very hot or very cold. There is an outside cage for the nice weather and also a 'rabbit run' where I can jump around. Of course I spend time sitting on the couch with my Dad. He gives me a back rub!

When I was brought home, I was surprised to find seven other bunnies living here already. We all have our own cages so we can see each other and not get lonely. My favorite food is parsley. Thank you for keeping me until I found my new home. I have also sent you a check donation so you can buy treats for the other animals at the shelter.

Love, Sunday B.

Dear West Milford Animal Shelter Staff,
  
On Feb. 4, I adopted a cat, Snowball, from you.  She is one of my most wonderful, dearest friends.  She helps me sleep better at night and makes me laugh at her antics during the day! Thank you for allowing me this great pleasure in Life!

Sincerely,
Kelly V.