The Last Resort

Hewitt West Milford, New Jersey 07421
Dogs, Cats & Other Animals
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The Last Resort in West Milford, NJ

The Last Resort is a no-kill, foster-based animal rescue located in West Milford, New Jersey, in Passaic County, about 20 miles southeast of Paterson, NJ. It's a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to saving dogs from high-kill shelters, mainly in southern and east coast states, and works to provide permanent re-homing for the animals it rescues. Its team of rescuers, vet techs, trainers, foster homes, and volunteers relies on fundraising, education, and community support to help homeless, neglected, abandoned, and abused animals. The Last Resort is one of 17 animal shelters and rescues serving Passaic County, NJ.

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Adopting from The Last Resort

Adoption process

Prospective adopters must fill out an adoption application as the first step; animals live in foster homes so the rescue can get to know them and match them with the most compatible family before finalizing adoption.

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Passaic County
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Dogs, Cats & Other Animals

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