Manalapan Teen Helps Monmouth County Animals with Petco Event

In connection with Rock & Rawhide, a Manalapan boy is helping animals in the Monmouth County SPCA with an item collection and adoption site at the Freehold Petco on April 27.

A Manalapan-Englishtown Middle School student is using his bar mitzvah as a way to help animals in need. Brandon Block, 13, is an animal lover and owner of adopted pets. With his bar mitzvah approaching, Block realized that his mitzvah project could benefit local animals after his mother heard about an event on Z-100. “I decided to do a mitzvah project because for your bar mitzvah you are supposed to do one act of kindness. I love animals, so I decided to mine on animals,” said Block.  After searching the Internet for ways to help local shelters, Block’s mother, Beth, found the perfect organization to use for a mitzvah project after listing to her favorite radio station. “I listen to Z-100 every morning, Elivs Duran is on the Board of …

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Patch Pets: Meet Ella and Kiki

The Monmouth County SPCA has a large selection of pets at their Eatontown and Freehold Raceway Mall shelters waiting to be adopted

The Monmouth County SPCA has many animals looking for forever homes. Ella is a 10-month-old boxer/terrier mix described as happy and outgoing. She loves showing affection and gets along with other dogs. Although Ella is deaf, she does respond to hand signals and will adapt to your household and family activities. Kiki has been at the SPCA for a year with her son after being transferred from an overcrowded shelter elsewhere. She's a gentle, friendly and loving cat who is great with people as well as other cats and dogs. Call the Homeward Bound Adoption Center at 732-542-5962 for more information. Adopters can also choose to e-mail their new, direct adoption e-mail.  The Monmouth County SPCA has a location at 260 Wall St., Eatontown, which …

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Patch Pets: Meet Archie and Noah

The Monmouth County SPCA has a big selection of pets at their Eatontown and Freehold Raceway Mall shelters waiting to be adopted.

The Monmouth County SPCA has many animals looking for forever homes. Archie, a 1-year-old wirehaired terrier, loves being with people, playing with toys, taking a nice walk and cuddling in laps. Noah is a fun-loving 4-year-old cat who came to the SPCA because his former owner had a cat allergy. Noah loves attention — his ideal afternoon is sitting beside someone on the couch and having a snack. Call the Homeward Bound Adoption Center at 732-542-5962 for more information. Adopters can also choose to e-mail their new, direct adoption e-mail.  The Monmouth County SPCA has a location at 260 Wall St., Eatontown, which is open 1 to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday and noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Their new location at the Freehold Raceway Mall, …

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Patch Pets: Meet Tony and Stevie

The Monmouth County SPCA has a big selection of pets at their Eatontown and Freehold Raceway Mall shelters waiting to be adopted.

The Monmouth County SPCA has many animals looking for forever homes. Call the Homeward Bound Adoption Center at 732-542-5962 for more information. Adopters can also choose to e-mail their new, direct adoption e-mail.  The Monmouth County SPCA has a location at 260 Wall St., Eatontown, which is open Monday through Friday 1 to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday noon to 5 p.m. Their new location at the Freehold Raceway Mall, 3710 Route 9, is open Thursday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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Pet Adoptions Coming to Freehold Raceway Mall

Former pet store will be renovated and taken over by the Monmouth County SPCA on April 26.

The Monmouth County SPCA announced they will open a second Homeward Bound Adoption Center at the Freehold Raceway Mall. The new adoption center will have a grand opening on April 26 at 10:00 a.m. with giveaways for the first adopters. “The Freehold Mall Adoption Center serves two critical objectives for the organization,” explained Jerry Rosenthal, MCSPCA Interim Executive Director. “First, it provides a location in Western Monmouth County to better serve the needs of all the residents of the community. Second, it offers the Monmouth County SPCA the opportunity to continue to spread our message of adoption and responsible pet ownership.” This news came after a decision by Macerich, a mall management company, decided to bank the sale of …

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Patch Pets: Meet Frankie and Kelsey

The Monmouth County SPCA has many pets available for adoption

A message from the Monmouth County SPCA in Eatontown: Frankie is a one year old mixed breed who may have some French Mastiff in him. A silly and affectionate guy, he will keep you laughing all day long. Frankie is friendly to everyone he meets, playful and loves other dogs. He likes cats too, know many commands and is just a big mush. A totally fun dog for your family.   Please call the Homeward Bound Adoption Center at 732-542-5962 for more information. Adopters can also choose to email our new, direct adoption email at: adoptions@monmouthcountyspca.org     Meet Kelsey, her soft green eyes and beautiful fur will just draw you in! She is described as a sweetie by those that know her best. Kelsey is a 4 year old long hair dilute calico …

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Get Out: Nosferatu, Chili Cook-Off, Spooktacular

Find out where the fun is at in Monmouth County this weekend.

When & where:  Saturday, Oct. 28 at 11 a.m. at Monmouth County Library Headquarters in Manalapan Why you should go: Get into the spirit of Halloween with a showing of the classic 1922 silent film Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror. New York City Museum of Modern Art Senior Piano Accompanist Stuart Oderman will provide a musical voice to the film with his piano playing. What does it cost: Free When & where:  Sunday, Oct. 30 from noon to 5 p.m. at Monmouth County SPCA Homeward Bound Adoption Center, 260 Wall St. in Eatontown Why you should go: The week-long Monmouth County SPCA Empty the Shelter Adoptathon will culminate with a celebration on Sunday with The Wag Band, Camp Bow Wow, Purr n Pooch, 2 Dogs Design, and Underdogs. Potential pet …

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Gracie and Dewey: Stop their Labor of Finding a Home

If you're looking for a furry friend this Labor Day, Gracie and Dewey could do you some good.

Gracie is a beautiful three-year-old hound mix who came from a shelter down south. Gracie is fun-loving and lively, and she loves people. She can be very silly and makes you laugh. Gracie loves people, and cats and dogs, too! She knows "sit" and "down." One look into Gracie's big brown eyes and you'll be in love! Please call the Homeward Bound Adoption Center at (732) 542-5962 for more information.  Adopters can also choose to email our new, direct adoption email at: adoptions@monmouthcountyspca.org     Dewey came to the SPCA as a very scared cat. Though he's still a little shy, he loves to be petted and likes other kitties. All he needs is lots of love and patience and he'll be your best friend! Dewey is a four-year-old handsome tiger …

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Sammy and Slick: Cheshire-like Kitty and Fun Black Lab

This adorable cat and dog pair are available for adoption through the Monmouth County SPCA based in Eatontown.

From the Monmouth County SPCA:  With his Cheshire Cat face and loud purr, 7 year old Sammy will win your heart in seconds. Sammy was abandoned by his former owners and is looking for a new home. He is friendly towards children, other cats and dogs. He is extremely affectionate and loving. Please call the Homeward Bound Adoption Center at 732-542-5962 for more information. Adopters can also choose to email our new, direct adoption email at: adoptions@monmouthcountyspca.org     Slick is an adorable 1 year old black Lab. Slick is very active and can easily entertain himself with balls and toys. He does keep checking in to make sure that his humans are paying attention! Slick gives lots of kisses and knows “sit,” “paw,” and “other paw." Please…

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'Sylvia' Opens at Center Playhouse With Fundraiser

Canine comedy's opening night to benefit Rose’s Fund for Animals and Monmouth County SPCA.

The Center Playhouse begins a five-week run of Sylvia Thursday, July 21 with a fundraiser well suited to the canine comedy: a portion of proceeds from opening night will benefit Rose’s Fund for Animals and the Monmouth County SPCA. Tickets for the “A Paws for Rescue” fundraiser are $40 each. The event begins at 6 p.m. and includes a reception and light buffet before the show, which begins at 7:30 p.m. Sylvia, written by A.R. Gurney, tells the story of an odd love triangle involving a middle-aged man, the dog he adopts and his wife. After an altercation with his boss, Greg visits a park and finds an abandoned dog wearing a tag with the name Sylvia. His wife Kate is not happy about her husband bringing a dog into their apartment and feels …

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