Montville Pet Parents reminds us that all kinds of animals need loving homes and are available at local shelters

When most people hear of pet adoptions, they usually assume cats and dogs in need of loving homes. But there are plenty of other breeds available for adoption, too. Consider rabbits, for example. The one shown above is just one of two now available through Montville Pet Parents at the Montville Township Animal Shelter, 86 River Road.

Montville Pet Parents Inc. (MPP) is an all-volunteer, non-profit corporation dedicated to building "a kinder world for homeless pets." Organized in 2005 by area residents concerned with the conditions at the Montville Animal Shelter facility built in the 1970s  MPP is committed to improving the township's animal shelter. Its goal is to raise money toward building a new shelter. The effort is being funded through grants from foundations and donations from individuals and corporations.

MPP also helps the homeless pets currently at the Montville Animal Shelter by providing funds for spay/neuter and the care of sick and injured animals. For more information, visit Montville Pet Parents or contact the shelter at 973-334-6410. Shelter hours are 9 a.m. to noon and 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday; 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday; Sunday by appointment.


Anyone interested in adopting an animal -- whether it has fur, fins or scales -- should visit Petfinder online to see a variety of pets available for adoption throughout the tri-state area. This website offers a plethora of valuable information on everything from choosing a pet and pet care to training and exercise, plus more.