Pets

Approximately 300 people gathered at the Ukrainian Cultural Center on Davidson Avenue October 5 to help Second Chance for Animals in its biggest fundraiser of the year. Second Chance is the organization that provides the bulk of operating expenses for the Franklin Township Animal Shelter. The event sold out weeks ago, and is one of the hottest tickets among the …

SANTA SMOOCH – Santa Claus Bob gets a nose kiss from one of the pooches brought to SGS December 19 for the annual Santa Paws fundraiser. One of the biggest fundraisers for the organization that supports the Franklin Township Animal Shelter wrapped up on December 9. “Santa Paws,” sponsored by Second Chance for Animals, offers pet parents a chance to …

SMILE! – The annual Santa Paws fundraiser is one of the largest such events for Second Chance for Animals. The annual “Santa Paws” pet photo fundraiser for Second Chance for Animals returned to Franklin Middle School – Sampson G. Smith campus on December 2. Nearly 60 pets were photographed during the day. Second Chance for Animals provides financial support for …

About a dozen animals were brought by their owners September 30 to the township Animal Shelter for the annual St. Francis Day Blessing of the Animals. The ceremony was conducted by The Rev. Joanna Hollis, rector of Christ Church in New Brunswick, and The Rev. D. Scott Russell, chaplain of The Canterbury House Episcopal Chapel, also in New Brunswick. Following …

The Franklin Township Animal Shelter was one of 200 animal welfare organizations receiving donations from Ocean State Job Lot. (Photo: OSJL.) The Franklin Township Animal Shelter was one of more than 200 animal shelters welfare organizations receiving donations from Ocean State Job Lot’s “To The Rescue” program. The shelter received a $1,500 “Crazy Deal” gift card to purchase necessary supplies …

The Franklin Township Animal Shelter was recently the beneficiary of some donations from Ocean State Job Lot in Franklin Park. (Photo: Ocean State Job Lot.) The Franklin Township Animal Shelter was one of more than 200 animal welfare organizations throughout the region benefiting from Ocean State Job Lots third annual “To the Rescue” charitable program. Recipients include municipal shelters, wildlife …

The first weekend in October saw a number of events occur in Franklin. On October 7, the Franklin High School senior field hockey players were celebrated with their senior night. Those honored were Tabatha Alegria, team co-captain Rebecca Russo, team co-captain Molly Smith, team co-captain Samantha Gordon, Taylor Hoyte, Amanda Gutierrez, Thara Muhammad, and Noelia Abreu. Watch a video of …

Sweet, affectionate, and playful…that’s Syrus! He is 9 years young and was surrendered to the Franklin Township Animal Shelter post-neuter when he developed separation anxiety and related destructive behaviors after the surgery. Syrus would do best in a home where he is not left alone for any extended period of time. He loves attention and being around people, and could …

We have kittens! They are of varying colors, ages, and sizes. We have males and females of the adorable variety. All are ready to go to their fur-ever homes! Please be aware that since all kittens are spayed or neutered prior to adoption, the smallest kittens we have available are at least 2 pounds and at least 9 weeks old. …

Meet Hamper Kitty! She is between 7-9 years of age and was found abandoned on the side of the road in a hamper during a snowstorm. There are times when she enjoys being petted, but she also needs you to know that she is an independent thinker and sometimes there’s some serious catitude beneath the pretty exterior. Hamper Kitty can …