Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter

Pavers For Paws
2023-03-31 00:00 UTC
We anticipate this installation of the brick pavers to be completed in the summer/fall of 2023.
For over 50 years, Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter has been a part of a community dedicated to saving the lives of homeless, neglected, or abused dogs and cats. To continue to save as many animals as we can, we need your help. Together, we can save more lives.
Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter is pleased to bring you a unique opportunity to purchase an engraved brick, which will become a permanent part of the shelter’s property. This project will sustain the shelter and help us increase our efforts and make necessary updates to provide a more enriching environment for the animals in our care.
Engraved bricks will help pave the way for future animals needing our help. Ideas for engraving:

Honor or memorialize a family member or someone special
Gift giving (Holiday, birthday, anniversary)
Engrave your business or organization name
Include a personal message of support

Costs:

4 x 8 Brick ($100)
8 x x Brick ($250)

Extras (available online only):

Donor Brick – order an exact duplicate of the brick you are purchasing. (4 x 4 Brick $75, 8 x 8 Brick $200) Donor Bricks will need to be picked up at the shelter.
Donor Certificate – order a printed certificate on heavy iron paper showing your inscription on red-colored brick. ($20). Donor Certificates will be mailed.

Order online today, or you can also use our downloadable form. Place your order before April 1, 2023. The estimate for installation is fall of 2023.

Mt. Pleasant Kitten Donation Shower!
2023-04-16
The kittens are coming!
You’re invited to Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter to learn about our kitten foster program and help us collect the supplies we need for kitten season. This open house will be purrfect for anyone interested in learning more about how we help our community’s most vulnerable.
Sunday, April 16, 2023 – 1 pm to 3 pm
194 State Route 10, East Hanover, NJ 07936
R.S.V.P. by April 5th to Rose Cigna, Foster & Volunteer Programs Manager
You can support our efforts by donating using the links below.

NASCAR Day Giveathon
2023-05-16 - 2023-05-19
We are excited to join The NASCAR Foundation for the NASCAR Day Giveathon! Created in honor of NASCAR’s 75th Anniversary, the NASCAR Day Giveathon is a joint effort of the NASCAR industry to provide much-needed funds to communities nationwide.
Save the date! Starting May 16 at 5 pm EST, you can help our organization by donating to us or sharing our fundraiser during the 75-hour period.
Register online

Summer Shred Event
2023-07-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter, 194 State Route 10 West, East Hanover, NJ, 07936, United States
Have paper piling up? Have it shredded by the professionals! Paper will be shredded on-site by a professional shredding company. Simply pull up in front of the shelter. Volunteers will be there to help you!
The suggested donation per banker’s box is $10.

Adoption Event at The Famished Frog
2023-07-23 12:00 - 14:00
Join us at the Famished Frog for an adoption event. Meet some of the animals available for adoption.

CLEAR THE SHELTERS WEEKEND!
2023-08-18 - 2023-08-21 | Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter, 194 State Route 10 West, East Hanover, NJ, 07936, United States
This weekend is our big event! Starting Friday, August 18th, through Monday, August 21st, adopters get to name their adoption fees. Clear the Shelters is a nation-wide effort to help find animals in shelters a loving, permanent home.
Adoption hours:
Friday & Monday: 12 pm to 4 pm
Saturday & Sunday: 12 pm to 5 pm
No appointment is necessary! Visit the shelter today and find your new best friend.

Jordan's Way Live!
2023-08-23 18:00 - 21:00 | Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter, 194 State Route 10 West, East Hanover, NJ, 07936, United States
Jordan’s Way’s LIVE is returning to Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter and we can’t wait!
Kris and the team from Jordan’s Way are on their 50-state tour helping shelters across the county. They will be on-site Tuesday, August 23rd from 6pm-9pm for a LIVE stream on Facebook. There will be new challenges during the event along with some past favorites – water challenges, wiener mania for the pups, and let’s not forget the historic pies to the face!
YOUR HELP IS NEEDED! We are seeking local businesses and individuals to match donations during the fundraiser. We will announce them live during the event. Donors are welcome to join us in the fun for the live event! Please send inquiries to admin@njshelter.org.

PetSmart Adoption Event
2023-08-27 12:00 - 14:30 | Petsmart, 190 NJ-10 West, East Hanover, NJ, 07936, United States
Join us at PetSmart in East Hanover for our weekly Adoption Event. Meet with our volunteers and a few of the animals available for adoption at our shelter. We hope to see you there!

Ridgedale Federal Credit Union Adoption Event
2023-09-05 12:00 - 14:00
Join us for a fun adoption event at Ridgedale Federal Credit Union (time to be advised). Meet some of the amazing dogs available for adoption.

MLB Network Adoption Event
2023-09-14
Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter is pleased to announce that we are once again partnering with MLB Network to host an adoption event at their site in Secaucus, New Jersey.
We will need the help of our amazing volunteers to assist with bringing animals to and from the event, as well as working the information table and networking with MLB Network employees and guests. For more details or to sign up, please email rose.cigna@njshelter.org.

Porsches and Pooches - hosted by Paul Miller Porsche
2023-09-23 10:00 - 13:00 | Paul Miller Porsche, 3419 US 46, Parsippany, NJ, 07054, United States
Join us at Paul Miller Porsche for a fun day for the entire family featuring dogs available for adoption.
Volunteers are needed to make this event successful. We will need dog walkers to transport animals to and from the event, as well as volunteers to host the information table. Those interested in signing up can email rose.cigna@njshelter.org or log in to VolunteerHub for more details.

An Evening with Hannah Shaw, the Kitten Lady!
2023-10-18 19:00 - 20:30
Join us for an evening with Hannah Shaw where she will talk about fostering kittens, how to care for ringworm babies at home, socializing kittens, bottle babies, and more!
Get your tickets online at Register for Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter’s event (bloomerang.co)

Poorly Drawn Pets!
2023-10-23 08:00 - 2023-10-28 17:00

Tribute Tree
2023-11-05 13:00 - 15:00
We know the impact a beloved pet can make throughout our lifetime. Sunday, November 5th, we’d like to have a chance to come together and acknowledge those special loved ones that have left paw prints on our hearts.

Date: Sunday, November 5th, 2023
Time: 1 PM – 3 PM
Location: Tom Rinaldi Rec Center in East Hanover, NJ. (Off Eagle Rock Ave, across from Sorrento’s Bakery and the Hanover Manor.)

You are invited to come share memories, stories, and support others. We will recite a roster of pets being honored by their families. As each animal’s name is called, attendees will be handed a leaf that can be placed on the memorial tree. Once all names have been read, the tree will be lit in their honor.

You can purchase a memorial leaf tag online here: https://bit.ly/MPASTributeTree

Whether or not you are in attendance on November 5th, your pet’s name will be announced.

We also know that through our grief, new animals come into our lives. They help us heal, comfort us, and open our hearts again.

If you’d like to honor a living pet, please purchase an honor leaf tag here: https://bit.ly/MPASTributeTree

*Please be sure to write your pet’s name in the “comment” section of the form, as well as how many people will be in attendance that day.*

Memorial and honor leaves are $15 per pet. 100% of funds raised will be used in honor of your pet to support those who are waiting for their forever homes.
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PetSmart's National Adoption Week!
2023-11-06 - 2023-11-12 | Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter, 194 State Route 10 West, East Hanover, NJ, 07936, United States
Here’s some great news! November 6-12, 2023, adopters have the opportunity to “name” their adoption fee for all animals aged six months and up. This is an incredible chance to welcome a new furry family member into your home, and it’s a heartwarming way to give a loving pet the forever home they’ve been waiting for.
Visit the shelter or the East Hanover PetSmart to meet our wonderful animals and take advantage of this special offer. Let’s make this week extra special by finding these pets loving homes with adopters like you!

Holiday Craft Fair
2023-11-25 12:00 - 18:00 | Morristown Armory, 430 Western Avenue, Morristown, NJ, 430 Western Avenue, Morristown, NJ, 07960, United States
Join us at Megabite Events’ annual Holiday Craft and Food Festival!
Get ready for a shopping extravaganza on November 25th at our 2nd Annual Holiday Craft and Food Festival!

What to Expect:

Over 100+ Vendors: Explore a diverse array of items including candles, jewelry, socks, wood and metal carvings, chocolate bombs, candy, baked goods, and more. Find the perfect last-minute holiday gifts!
Live DJ: Groove to the beats as you shop for unique treasures.
Henna Tattoo and Face Painters: Treat your kids to some artistic fun!
Best Food Trucks in NJ: Indulge your taste buds with delectable bites from some of the finest food trucks in New Jersey.
Pictures with Santa: Capture the magic of the season with a festive photo session.
Dogs and Cats will be there for adoption from Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter.

Event Details:

Date: November 25th
Time: 12 Noon- 6pm
Location: Morristown Armory
Entrance Fee: Advanced tickets are only $5(children 8 and under are free!)
Day of the event $7 (children 8 and under are free!)

Let’s kick off the holiday shopping season together, supporting our local small businesses and helping the animals at Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter! Mark your calendars, bring your family and friends, and join us for a day of festive fun, unique finds, and community spirit. See you there!

Giving Tuesday
2023-11-28
Hello! Giving Tuesday (11/28) is a day focused on generosity and LOCAL impact. Every dollar raised during this time will help support the medical care for the nearly 1000 animals who come through our doors each year. We hope to raise $10,000.

Here is how you can help! SHARE YOUR STORY!

You are in a unique position as a member of the MPAS family. We ask you to utilize your favorite social media platform to share ‘what it means to you to be a team member at MPAS and encourage others to give! Share your story or video on social media between now and Nov 28th and tag Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter! Share why helping the animals at Mt. Pleasant is important to you and ask your friends to think of us during the giving season.

Holiday Portraits
2023-12-03 12:00 - 15:00 | Tom Rinaldi Recreation Center, 5th Street, East Hanover, NJ, 07936, United States
Join us for a day of holiday fun; Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter is hosting a holiday photo shoot! Bring your family, including the furry members, and get your portrait taken to use for your holiday cards.

Date: December 3rd, 2023
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Tom Rinaldi Recreation Center (Off Eagle Rock Avenue, across from Sorrento’s Bakery.)
Please note: All pets in attendance must be leashed.

You will be able to choose from three different backdrops, including a winter scene, a Christmas scene, and a snowman scene. Or, pick all three!
A digital copy of your portrait(s) will be emailed for a donation of $20 per backdrop.

Please register for the event here: https://bit.ly/MPASHolidayPortraits

Sip and Paint
2024-01-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Painting With a Twist, 440 Main Rd, Montville, NJ, 07082, United States
Join us with friends and family for a Sip and Paint to benefit Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter.
Thursday, January 18th, 2023
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Hosted by Painting With A Twist
440 Main Rd, Montville, NJ
A talented instructor will show us how to paint this beautiful moonlit scene! Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter will provide non-alcoholic refreshments and snacks. This event is also BYOW (Bring Your Own Wine.) Cups are provided.
Click here to reserve your spot

Spring Shred Event
2024-04-27 09:00 - 13:00 | Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter, 194 State Route 10 West, East Hanover, NJ, 07936, United States
This Saturday!
Join us at Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter’s
Spring Shred Event
Don’t miss this opportunity to declutter responsibly, safely dispose of your confidential documents and make a positive impact on the lives of animals in need.
Saturday, April 27, 2024
9 AM – 1 PM
Paper is safely shredded on-site by the professionals.
$10 donation per banker-sized box.
Proceeds from the event directly contribute to the care of animals in our shelter.
Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter
194 State Route 10 West, East Hanover, NJ 07936.
Simply drive-up and volunteers will be on hand to help you.

If you have any questions, contact clare.oshea@njshelter.org

Spring Shred event sponsored by:

Intro to Kitten Fostering
2024-06-23 11:00 - 12:00 | Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter, 194 State Route 10 West, East Hanover, NJ, 07936, United States
In this workshop, Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter Foster Manager, Rose M. Cigna, will guide you through the basics of kitten fostering. You will learn about the responsibilities and rewards of fostering, how to prepare your home, and what to expect during the fostering process. This session is perfect for those who are considering becoming foster parents for the first time.

Baby Bottle Bootcamp
2024-06-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter, 194 State Route 10 West, East Hanover, NJ, 07936, United States
This intensive workshop focuses on caring for bottle-fed kittens, also known as “bottle babies.” Foster Manager Rose M. Cigna will provide detailed instruction on feeding techniques, recognizing and addressing common health issues, and ensuring these vulnerable kittens thrive. Ideal for fosters ready to take on the challenge of caring for the youngest and most fragile kittens.
Join us and make a difference in the lives of these precious kittens. Your participation in these workshops will not only enhance your fostering skills but also contribute to the well-being of our furry friends in need. For more information and to register, please visit our website or contact Rose at rose.cigna@njshelter.org.

Arden Courts Community Day
2024-07-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Arden Courts Whippany, 18 Eden Lane, Whippany, New Jersey, 07981
It’s raining cats and dogs! Join us at Arden Courts on Saturday July 20 from 10am-12pm for a community adoption event!

Clear the Shelters
2024-08-10 08:00 - 2024-09-10 17:00 | Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter, 194 State Route 10 West, East Hanover, NJ, 07936, United States
Join Us for NBC-Telemundo’s Clear the Shelters Event!
Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter is thrilled to announce that we are once again participating in NBC-Telemundo’s annual Clear the Shelters event! This special event, celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, is a nationwide effort to find loving homes for animals in need, and we are excited to be part of it.
Event Dates:
August 10th through September 10th
Celebrate With Us!
For an entire month, we’ll be celebrating this milestone with a variety of exciting promotions and adoption discounts to help you find your perfect furry companion. Here’s what you can look forward to:

Adoption Discounts: Take advantage of reduced adoption fees on many of our amazing animals.
Name Your Adoption Fees: On select days, you can choose to name your own adoption fee, allowing you to make a difference in a pet’s life while staying within your budget.
Special Events: Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for announcements about special events and activities happening at the shelter throughout the month.

Why Adopt?
Adopting a pet from Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter means you are giving a deserving animal a chance at a happy, fulfilling life. Every animal in our shelter has its own unique story, and by choosing adoption, you become part of that story.
How You Can Help:

Adopt: Open your heart and home to a pet in need.
Share: Spread the word about Clear the Shelters and encourage friends and family to consider adoption.
Volunteer: Join us as a volunteer to help during this busy time and beyond.

Join the Celebration!
Visit Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter between August 10th and September 10th to participate in this incredible event and find your new best friend. Our dedicated team is here to assist you in finding the perfect match for your family.
Thank you for supporting Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter and helping us continue our mission to rescue, nurture, and adopt animals in need. We can’t wait to see you and celebrate the joy of adoption together!

Poorly Drawn Pets
2024-08-19 08:00 - 2024-08-24 17:00 | Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter, 194 State Route 10 West, East Hanover, NJ, 07936, United States
Poorly Drawn Pets is back! Donate, send us your pet’s picture on our Facebook Event Page, and receive a drawing which may or may not be good. Join us for our silliest fundraiser of the year.

Wine Tasting Event
2024-10-17 18:30 - 21:30 | Hanover Manor, 16 Eagle Rock Avenue, East Hanover, New Jersey, 16 Eagle Rock Avenue, East Hanover, NJ, 07936, United States

Spooktacular Tails at PetSmart
2024-10-26 12:00 - 15:00
Get ready for a spooktacular time! Join Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter and Ms. North Jersey of International Pageants at PetSmart in East Hanover on Saturday, October 26th, from 12 pm to 3 pm for Spooktacular Tails – a fun-filled afternoon supporting our shelter animals!
Highlights of the day include:

Dog Costume Contest at 1 pm – bring your pup in their best spooky get-up!
Pet Psychic readings – find out what your furry friend is thinking!
Music by Special Request Entertainment
Glitter Tattoos by Parteaz – for kids & adults!

It’s all happening for a great cause, so come join the fun, help us collect donations, and make a difference for homeless pets!
Location: PetSmart, East Hanover (Route 10)
Time: 12 pm – 3 pm (Costume Contest at 1 pm)
We can’t wait to see you there!

Whiskey & Cigar Night
2024-11-06 18:00 - 22:30 | Casa de Montecristo, 301 NJ-10, Whippany, NJ 07981, 301 NJ-10, Whippany, NJ, 07981, United States
Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter’s Whiskey & Cigar Night fundraiser is an elegant event designed to support the shelter’s mission. Attendees will enjoy an evening of fine whiskey tastings, premium cigars, and gourmet foods. The event will feature a silent auction. This sophisticated gathering aims to bring together animal lovers and supporters for a memorable night of indulgence and philanthropy.

An Evening with Hannah Shaw
2024-11-14 19:00 - 20:30
oin us for an exciting virtual event with renowned kitten rescuer and advocate, Hannah Shaw, also known as The Kitten Lady! This informative and inspiring event will take place on November 14th from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM, offering you a unique opportunity to learn from one of the most prominent figures in the world of animal rescue.
Tickets available here: https://bit.ly/3zF8cR6

Empty the Shelters™ - Bissell Pet Foundation
2024-12-01 - 2024-12-17 | Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter, 194 State Route 10 West, East Hanover, NJ, 07936, United States
The holiday magic begins at Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter! We’re thrilled to partner with BISSELL Pet Foundation and Cathy Bissell for Empty the Shelters™ – Holiday Hope, running from December 1st to December 10th! ❤️

Now is the perfect time to bring home a new furry family member. BISSELL Pet Foundation is sponsoring reduced adoption fees to help pets find their loving homes just in time for the holidays. Whether you’re ready to adopt, interested in fostering, or simply want to help spread the word, you can make a difference this season. Visit us at Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter to meet your new best friend and help us save lives—one adoption at a time.

Let’s make this holiday season unforgettable for pets in need!
