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Adopt Denver Today

Domestic Short Hair - Tabby

Spayed/Neutered Vaccinated Microchipped

Young Male
Good with Cats

Denver is a young cat who came to us from another rescue. He is still getting to know life here, and we are loving getting to know him! This 3 year old handsome tabby just has the most beautiful markings! He is a little shy when he's first getting to know you, but he will quickly allow you to pet him and enjoys the attention. Denver would do best in a calm home, especially with another cat. Denver LOVES his feline friends, so if you're looking for a companion for your own kitty, Denver is who you'll want to meet! We would recommend a home without young kids or loud dogs, since he can get nervous with loud noises. Beautiful Denver is waiting for you! Fill out an adoption questionnaire at www.fatherjohns.org/adopt

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Adopt Dan Today

Miniature Pinscher - Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler

Spayed/Neutered Vaccinated Microchipped

Young Male
Good with Dogs

Meet Dan! Dan is a small one of a kind pup!. He is about 7 months old, and only 15 pounds!! The vet says he may not get to be much bigger than 20 pounds, which makes him the perfect size for an adventure dog! This cute boy was found in Mississippi, where he was rescued by the caring locals who sent him here for a second chance. While Dan is still a young whipper-snapper, he will need a responsible pet owner who is ready for commitment, during his puppy stages and throughout his adulthood. Are you prepared to devote your time, energy, and love for this sweet baby boy? Head to our website and fill out an adoption questionnaire and call today at 973-300-5909, to schedule an appointment with our kennel counselors!

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Adopt Preston Today

Miniature Pinscher - Feist

Spayed/Neutered Vaccinated Microchipped

Baby Male
Good with Dogs

Preston is a tiny one of a kind pup. He is about 10 weeks old, and only weighs about 5 pounds! The vet says he may not get to be much bigger than 20 pounds, which makes him the perfect size for you to be able to take everywhere! This adorable boy was found in Mississippi with his mom and siblings, where they were rescued by the caring locals who sent them here for a second chance. While Preston is still a young whipper-snapper, he will need a responsible pet owner who is ready for commitment, during his puppy stages and throughout his adulthood. Are you prepared to devote your time, energy, and love for this sweet baby boy? Head to our website and fill out an adoption questionnaire and call today at 973-300-5909, to schedule an appointment with our kennel counselors!

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Adopt Sugar and Spice Today

Domestic Short Hair

Spayed/Neutered Vaccinated Microchipped

Young Female
Good with Cats

Sugar (black and white) and Spice (white and tabby) came from a hoarding case so they are a little shy right now, but they are actually very sweet and enjoys getting attention! These beautiful girls are only 2 years old, so each of them would love to grow up in your home! They are still getting used to life here at the shelter, so although they hides sometimes, once you start petting either one of these sweeties they melt! They truly love the attention, and will open up so much more in a calm home. Sugar and Spice would do best in a calm home where there are no dogs or young kids, but would really love a cat friend! They are always cuddled up together or with another cat, so consider adopting them together to give them the best second chance! Come meet these beautiful, loving young cats! Fill out an adoption questionnaire at www.fatherjohns.org/adopt

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Adopt Hitchcock Today

Labrador Retriever

Spayed/Neutered Vaccinated Microchipped

Adult Male
Good with Dogs

Meet Hitchcock. This handsome boy came to us from Virginia to find his forever home! He was found as a stray down there and he was never claimed. As you can see, he is still thin and needs to gain some weight. Right now he is about 40 pounds and should be about 60 pounds once he gains weight and fills out. Hitchcock is about 3 years old and can be a little shy first meeting people. If you have treats he becomes your best friend and if you start petting him, you're not allowed to stop. He is friendly meeting most dogs and he can be a little protective over his food with other dogs. He is also still learningto walk well on the leash and learning his manners. Are you prepared to devote your time, energy, and love for this sweet boy? Fill out an adoption questionnaire on our website and call today at 973-300-5909, to schedule an appointment with our kennel counselors!

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Adopt Renee Today

Domestic Short Hair

Spayed/Neutered Vaccinated Microchipped

Young Female
Good with Cats

It's hard to believe that sweet 2 year old Renee was found as a stray! Renee is such a friendly cat - she loves to meet people and other cats! We think she would likely do well with gentle children. However, we have learned that even the calmest and most well behaved dogs stress her out, so she needs a home with no dogs. Renee loves to play! She loves her rainbow string toy and will chase it as long as you want to play with her! But she also loves to be pet and gets lots of attention! She is an awesome cat who would do well in pretty much any home. Take Renee home yourself! Fill out an adoption questionnaire at www.fatherjohns.org/adopt

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Adopt Tiger Today

Domestic Short Hair - Tabby

Spayed/Neutered Vaccinated Microchipped

Young Male
Good with Children Good with Cats

Tiger is a sweet, 2 year old boy who only came to us because his previous owner lost their home! Now he is looking for his forever home, since his brother has already been adopted! Tiger previously lived with people of varying ages, from young children to adults. He also lived with a dog, and of course other cats! He was a little shy here at the shelter when he was still getting used to things, but based on his previous home experience he would likely do well in most calm homes. One unique thing about Tiger is that one ear often seems to be down in "airplane mode". He's not angry, that's just how he looks! He likes to be pet and of course enjoys a comfortable bed! Tiger also likes to make friends with everyone - even Smitten (although she doesn't want to be friends with him)! Come meet Tiger by filling out an adoption questionnaire at www.fatherjohns.org/adopt

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Adopt Chris Farley Today

Labrador Retriever

Spayed/Neutered Vaccinated Microchipped

Adult Male
Good with Dogs

Hello there, my name is Chris Farley and I am here to make you smile. I am a super happy goofball, originally from Alabama. I was adopted in 2017 when I was 8 weeks old by my last owner. She recently decided that she wanted to give me a better life, and brought me here to the shelter. I hope to find a home full of fellow fun lovers. What do I want from my future family, you may ask? I would like an endless buffet of delicious snacks, I loooooooove to eat! Food is one of my favorite things in the world, I consider myself a conesuir of cuisine. The lovely staff here at Father John's Animal House have provided me with ample sample platters of beggin strips, milk bones, and countless cookies! My great motivation for food has taught me many new things, and I am ready to learn much much more. I simply enjoy being the center of attention, as I do love the lime light. I just love making new friends and going out on walks, what can I say, I'm an extrovert! Oh and another thing, I love other dogs, I met a handsome young lad named Hashbrown, and we hit it off right away. I just can't wait for what my new life will bring, I hope it is as wonderful as my previous owner had hoped it would be. But what I really, truly, deeply want, is a forever home that will love me for the rest of my life. Think your ready for a dog? Come by Father John's Animal House and meet our funny boy Chris Farley! You can reach us at 973-300-5909, to schedule a meet with our amazing adoption counselors!

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Adopt Lady MacBeth Today

Domestic Short Hair - Siamese

Spayed/Neutered Vaccinated Microchipped

Young Female
Good with Cats

Lady MacBeth is a shy young lady who came to us with two of her friends, Gilly and Hemi. Unfortunately, these beautiful girls came from a hoarding case, meaning they had a bit of a rough start to life. This pretty lady would need a very calm home without young children or dogs. However, she gets along well with other cats and definitely enjoy others' company! Lady MacBeth is learning to trust people, and is slowly becoming accustomed to our presence. She is a beautiful girl, and we believe she has some Siamese in her. We also believe she is a little under 3 years old. She is most often found sleeping in a cozy bed or in a hidey hole! She is slowly allowing people to pet and play with her, and is becoming more confidant every day - in a home, this will happen twice as quickly! Lady MacBeth needs an adopter who will be patient with her and allow her to feel the love of a home for the first time! You can be the person to give her that chance - just fill out an adoption questionnaire at www.fatherjohns.org/adopt

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Adopt Poppy Today

Treeing Walker Coonhound

Spayed/Neutered Vaccinated Microchipped

Senior Female
Good with Dogs

Poppy here came to us from Viriginia to find her forever home. This sweet girl loves to snuggle and hang out in her room, outside or really anywhere! She also LOVES to go walking in the woods and can do it for hours! Right now Poppy is a little underweight and we are working on fattening her up! Meeting new people and dogs is something Poppy loves to do. She is isn't a playful as she used to be and since she is a little older, she does have some minor medical issues that we are working on resolving. She also still needs to be spayed but is still available to be seen and once she is spayed and all healed up she will be able to go home! Are you prepared to devote your time, energy, and love for this sweet older girl? Fill out an adoption questionnaire on our website and call today at 973-300-5909, to schedule an appointment with our kennel counselors!

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Adopt Priss Today

Shetland Sheepdog / Sheltie

Spayed/Neutered Vaccinated Microchipped

Adult Female
Good with Dogs

Are you looking for a sweet, energetic pup? Then meet Priss! She came to us from one of our partner rescues down in Mississippi to find her new forever home! This little girl was surrendered to the shelter in Mississippi because she was chasing the chickens. priss is a little over a year and about 30 pounds. She is very sweet and loves to play, especially with other dogs. Since she is still young, she will need some leash training and some basic obedience training. Are you prepared to devote your time, energy, and love for this sweet little girl? Fill out an adoption questionnaire on our website and call today at 973-300-5909, to schedule an appointment with our kennel counselors!

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Adopt Ava Today

Domestic Short Hair

Spayed/Neutered Vaccinated Microchipped

Adult Female
Good with Children Good with Dogs Good with Cats

Beautiful Ava came to us from the local shelter, where she was surrendered because her owner was moving. Now, she is looking to join your loving family! Ava is about 5 years old, and such a lovebug! All she wants is to find a comfortable place to nap, and give you all the affection she can! She lived with cats, dogs and children in her previous home, so she gets along with everyone! When you meet her, Ava will simply ask for some pets while she relaxes. So why not take her home, to get all this love forever? Fill out an adoption questionnaire at www.fatherjohns.org/adopt

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Adopt Blossom Mama Today

Domestic Short Hair - Calico

Spayed/Neutered Vaccinated Microchipped

Young Female

Blossom Mama got her name because she was the mom to a litter of kittens we had - who have all since been adopted! Now it's time for beautiful Mama to go home! Blossom Mama is just over a year old, and has been working on putting on weight since having her babies. She is very active and is always looking for a friend! Sometimes she can be a little sassy, which is typical for calicos. In her foster home, she was NOT a fan of the dog - she wanted to be in charge! Blossom Mama is very affectionate and will always be in your face trying to get some love. But watch the door - she can be an escape artist! If you meet her, you'll fall in love! Just fill out an adoption questionnaire at www.fatherjohns.org/adopt

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Adopt Ana Today

Rottweiler

Spayed/Neutered Vaccinated Microchipped

Adult Female

Have you ever seen a Rottweiler that looks like she has gotten into paint? Well now you have! Ana here is about four and a half years old and she is just the sweetest. She can be a little shy when first meeting new people so you will need to take your time to let her get to know you. It doesn't take long and suddenly she is jumping up to give you kisses and wanting to play with you! Ana also loves to meet new dogs but is not good with cats and may need some time to get to know smaller dogs. Her rescue down in Mississippi says that she does have a prey drive. Even though she is old, she is still learning how to walk well on the leash and some manners. Are you prepared to devote your time, energy, and love for this sweet little puppy? Call today at 973-300-5909, to schedule an appointment with our kennel counselors!

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Adopt Shelly Today

Pit Bull Terrier - Boxer

Spayed/Neutered Vaccinated Microchipped

Young Female

I have spent more than half of my life here at the shelter, just take a moment to think about that. Now you may be wondering why such a gorgeous, stunning, irresistable gal like me could possibly still be available. Well it simply comes down to the fact I have been through a lot of hard times in my four years and eight months of age, and yes, I may be jaded. You see, in the beginning, I was adopted as a very cute and adorable young puppy. I lived with a sweet young family who had another dog for me to play with. All was well until I was about two and a half years old, another female canine arrived into the home. I absolutely could not share my space with an unfamiliar dog. This is because I grew to be very protective of my home, I picked up many guard-dog habits from the older dog in the house. This behavior was no longer acceptable, so I was brought to the shelter, and I thought I could never trust people again. It was weeks before I could allow another human to interact with me, I would just shy away into the corner and flinch for fear of my life. I was not used to being around so many unfamiliar sights, scents, and sounds. The shelter can be a scary place for an anxious pup like me, but throughout my time here at Father John's Animal House, I have finally learned to trust again. I am so happy to throw myself into the arms of those who are worthy of my love! My family here at FJAH says I will need a calm and relaxed owner, without any other pets. For once in my life, I deserve to steal the spotlight! I am very frightened of small young children, as they can be noisy and disrespectful of my much needed personal space. I am great with teenagers, as they are the coolest, just like me. I am oh so very loyal and affectionate once you give me the chance! My only hope is to have a loving home for the rest of my life, my only wish is it happens before my fifth birthday. Since we are on the topic of birthdays, mine is 10/10/2017, the best gift I could ever recieve is a roof over my head and unconditional love! If you are interested in a ride or die loyal, friend for the long haul, please call 973-300-5909 to start your process to a life changing endeavor.

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Adopt Smitten Today

Domestic Short Hair

Spayed/Neutered Vaccinated Microchipped

Senior Female
Good with Cats

Smitten is a 9 year old spectacular senior who is missing her previous home! She lived with a veteran who unfortunately had to go into hospice, which is how she found her way to us. This girl deeply misses being in a home! She is curious about the people here at the shelter, and will come up to say hi to you - but that doesn't always mean she wants to be pet! Sometimes she enjoys it, but sometimes she will give a hiss when you pet her, so she needs an adopter who will read her body language and who will understand that this older lady doesn't always want cuddles. Because of this, Smitten would do best in a home without children - teenagers 13 and over would be best. She does get along with other cats and previously lived with several, as well as a dog! As long as she can have her own space, Smitten will be happy. Smitten will certainly need an understanding adopter, but this is one of the most rewarding relationships you can have. Although she's older and a little quirky, Smitten still deserves love after all she has been through, and while she's relatively low maintenance, she will make your life so much richer! Fill out an adoption questionnaire at www.fatherjohns.org/adopt and come meet her!

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Adopt Willow Today

Domestic Short Hair

Spayed/Neutered Vaccinated Microchipped

Young Female
Good with Children Good with Cats

Willow is a beautiful young mom! With all of her kittens being adopted, now it is HER turn to find her forever home! Only 1 1/2 years old, Willow came to us when her previous owner went into a nursing home. All we know from her previous home is that she lived with adults and seniors, and other cats. However, this sweet girl is so laid back, we think she'd be fine with most kids and dogs too! Willow may look annoyed in these photos, but that's just because it's so hard to capture her beauty! In reality, she's an outgoing, loving girl who wants to be your friend! She's relaxed but does enjoy playing as well. Bring Willow into your home - her forever home! Fill out an adoption questionnaire at www.fatherjohns.org/adopt

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Adopt Potato Today

Domestic Short Hair

Spayed/Neutered Vaccinated Microchipped

Adult Male
Good with Cats

Meet fun loving and snuggly Mr. Potato!! He is a super friendly 6 1/2 year old kitty who is so excited for his new forever family! Potato is looking for a cushy new home where he can lounge around like his lazy self! Potato is silly and fun to be around, he loves to play with toys on his own and snuggle up in warm blankets. He is FIV+ and this should not limit his lifespan or quality of life in any way. Potato has comfortably lived with other cats, and would be happy to do so again if someone were to be interested in adopting him with other existing cats in the home. He is a volunteer favorite here and has been with us for some time! More than ever we feel he deserves the opportunity to get into a loving home who will be committed to making sure he can be his comical self in a home from now on! Fill out an adoption questionnaire at www.fatherjohns.org/adopt to meet our sweet Potato!

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  • Denver

    Domestic Short Hair - Tabby
  • Dan

    Miniature Pinscher - Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler
  • Preston

    Miniature Pinscher - Feist
  • Sugar and Spice

    Domestic Short Hair
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    Labrador Retriever
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    Domestic Short Hair
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    Domestic Short Hair - Tabby
  • Chris Farley

    Labrador Retriever
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    Domestic Short Hair - Siamese
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    Treeing Walker Coonhound
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    Shetland Sheepdog / Sheltie
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    Domestic Short Hair
  • Blossom Mama

    Domestic Short Hair - Calico
  • Ana

    Rottweiler
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    Pit Bull Terrier - Boxer
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    Domestic Short Hair
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    Domestic Short Hair
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    Domestic Short Hair
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