Companion Animal Trust

Jersey City, New Jersey 07304

About this shelter

Companion Animal Trust in Jersey City, NJ

We are a grassroots 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to animal welfare. Our mission focuses on rescuing, medically treating, and rehoming the many cats living and breeding on the streets, which number in the tens of thousands. Additionally, we advocate for Trap Neuter Return in our community through our Neighborhood Feral Cat Initiative program.

Before you go

Adopting from Companion Animal Trust

Adoption process

The adoption process includes completing an application that necessitates two personal references, a veterinary reference, and a landlord reference. Additionally, a signed agreement is required. Please note that declawing is not permitted. The adoption fee is $100, which covers the cost of vaccinations and spaying or neutering the pet.

Service area
We serve Northern New Jersey, specifically Hudson County, which includes the cities of Jersey City, Bayonne, Hoboken, Union City, and Weehawken.

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