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Vernon Township Animal Control The Vernon Township Animal Control page is used for information and events regarding the Vernon Township Animal Shelter.

We will post adoptions, pictures and special events. Vernon Township Animal Control is managed by the Vernon Township Police Dept .

AVAILABLE ANIMALS AT THE SHELTER AS OF TODAY:Aster & Pancakes: 5 months, male & female, preferably go together Brigitte:...
10/22/2026

AVAILABLE ANIMALS AT THE SHELTER AS OF TODAY:

Aster & Pancakes: 5 months, male & female, preferably go together

Brigitte: 5 years, female

Finnegan: 1.5 years, female

Sammy: 2.4 years, female

Hall & Oates: 6 months, males, Bonded Pair need to go together

S’mores: 9 months, female

Luna: 6 years, female

If you are interested in any of these animals, please call Vernon Township Animal Control at 973-764-7751 for more information or to schedule a meet and greet appointment. Applications can be found at www.vernontwp.com under services and Animal Control. This fillable form can then be emailed to [email protected]. Questions are not addressed on posts and posts are not monitored. 

10/21/2026

Meet Lovely Luna. She’s the conductor of the woo woo train. 🤣🐶 She’s great on walks, and a big snuggle bug who will smother you with kisses. Luna is approximately 6 years old and soon to be spayed and Utd on shots. If you are interested in meeting this beautiful girl, please call the shelter at 973-764-7751. Questions are not addressed on posts.

FOUND: In the area of Main Street in Ogdensburg.  These two all black female domestic short hairs came into the shelter...
10/20/2026

FOUND: In the area of Main Street in Ogdensburg.  These two all black female domestic short hairs came into the shelter yesterday. The finder stated that they just showed up in their yard and nobody has seen them before.  They are not microchipped. If you recognize these two young cats, please call Vernon Township Animal Control at 973-764-7751. Questions are not addressed on post and post are not monitored. 

10/19/2026

The chilly weather is coming and there is no better way to stay warm and toasty than with a hot cup of cocoa and some S’mores!

S’mores is an approximately 9 month old spayed female that is Felv/FIV negative, and current on rabies, distemper.
She is a very sweet gal that gets along with other friendly cats and mellow dogs. If you’re interested in adding this sweet treat to your family please call us at 973-764-7751 to set up a meet and greet appointment.

Applications can be found at www.vernontwp.com under services/Animal Control and emailed to [email protected] . 

10/15/2026

Aster & Pancakes snuggling up preparing for their nap together. They had a rough morning of playing with all their toys and now they need to recharge. If you’re interested in adopting Aster or Pancakes, please call the shelter at 973-764-7751 to schedule a meet and greet appointment. Applications can be found at www.vernontwp.com under the services tab and Animal Control. This fillable form can then be emailed to [email protected]. QUESTIONS ARE NOT ADDRESSED ON POSTS AND POSTS ARE NOT MONITORED. 

COURTESY POST: MISSING: Cloee went missing in the area of Layton Road in Wantage Township. If you happen to see Cloee, p...
10/15/2026

COURTESY POST:

MISSING: Cloee went missing in the area of Layton Road in Wantage Township. If you happen to see Cloee, please call Wantage Township Animal Control at 973-875-9390 or Vernon Township Animal Control at 973-764-7751. Questions are not addressed on posts and posts are not monitored. 

10/14/2026

Chimi ( all grey) and Changa( Grey tabby) are approx 8 weeks old. They are kittens born to a feral mother and are learning that indoor life isn’t so bad after all. These little girls are enjoying plenty of food, soft beds and all the toys they could ever dream of.

Now, Chimi and Changa need a family to make every last dream come true with a loving forever home.
If you’re interested in meeting Chimi and Changa, please contact us at 973-764-7751. Applications can be found at www.vernontwp.com under services/Animal Control .
Questions are not addressed on post. 

UPDATE: REUNITED WITH OWNERSMISSING: Poppyseed went missing around October 7 in the area of Tamaha and Muscoda Road in H...
10/14/2026

UPDATE: REUNITED WITH OWNERS

MISSING: Poppyseed went missing around October 7 in the area of Tamaha and Muscoda Road in Highland Lakes. Poppyseed is 5 years old about 8 pounds - small and skinny shorthaired cat. She is all black with bright green eyes. Poppyseed has a few white tufts of fur in her chest area. Poppyseed is micro chipped. She can be very skittish around people at first but very friendly and cuddly when she trusts you. If you have seen Poppyseed, please call Vernon Township animal shelter at 973-764-7751. Questions are not addressed on post and post or not monitored. 

Reclaimed by owner!!This sweet girl was found on Scott rd in franklin, please call animal control at 973-764-7751
10/14/2026

Reclaimed by owner!!

This sweet girl was found on Scott rd in franklin, please call animal control at 973-764-7751

FOUND: Evergreen Road Lake Panorama.It’s not always cats and dogs, sometimes it’s ferrets! This little girl seems to hav...
10/14/2026

FOUND: Evergreen Road Lake Panorama.

It’s not always cats and dogs, sometimes it’s ferrets!
This little girl seems to have been living the wildlife for sometime.
If you know who might be looking for her please call us at 973-764-7751.
Animals must be held for seven days before being placed for adoption. Proof of ownership is required prior to release.
Questions are not addressed on posts .

Address

3 Riggs Way
Vernon, NJ
07462

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 2:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 2:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 2:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 2:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 2:30pm
Saturday 10am - 12pm

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+19737647751

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