Social distancing is lonely, and the Friends of Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter are hearing more people say it’s time to adopt a dog or cat. Meanwhile, shelters everywhere have their hands full caring for the many adoptable pets in need, says Petfinder.com, which is one first step that local residents can take to choose which furry face at the shelter can become their best friend.
The animal facility at 360 Haywood Road (off Recovery Road), Manahawkin, is administrated by the Ocean County Health Department and has an appointment-only policy during the COVID-19 crisis. Walk-ins are not permitted at this time.
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