Father John's Animal House

Father John's Animal House A 501(c)(3) no-kill cat and dog shelter located in Sussex County, NJ. Since 1999. It was decided to tear down the entire shelter and rebuild it.
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Father John’s Animal House was founded in 1999, by a small and very dedicated group of people that recognized a great need in our community to help homeless and otherwise unwanted pets. The land and facility was acquired through a few large donations and the shelter was immediately able to start placing animals into loving adoptive homes. The land was originally owned by Father John, a retired mem

ber of the clergy, who took exceedingly good care of his livestock. The shelter was named after him to honor his dedication to the welfare of animals. As the years went by, the maintenance of the facility was becoming more and more difficult. A large fund drive and challenge grant funded the project, and the shelter was rebuilt in 2012. State of the art features have been incorporated, including floors that are impervious to liquid soaking in, ventilation systems to reduce airborne pathogens and illness, and sound absorbing panels, which reduce barking dog noise. Room layout was designed for the comfort and care of the animals, including free-roaming cat rooms and indoor kennel runs for the dogs. The shelter now has the capacity to safely and responsibly place over 500 animals each year. Each animal is fully vetted, spayed or neutered, vaccinated and microchipped prior to leaving for their adoptive home. Our shelter personnel work hard to match each adoptive family with the perfect animal to become their lifelong pet. Our overall mission is not only to place animals into loving homes but to promote spay and neuter to alleviate the problem of homeless animals and overcrowded shelters. We value the bond people have with animals and strive to give each homeless animal a family that will love and care for it for a lifetime.

09/02/2026

A HUGE thank you to Olivia from Royal Buick GMC! 🐾

Olivia has truly stepped up to the plate to help us find loving homes for as many of our shelter cats and dogs as possible! ❤️🐶🐱

Thanks to Olivia, this Saturday, you can save $50 off each adoption fee! 🎉 And that’s not all, you may even have the chance to win $100!

Thinking about adding a furry friend to your family? This is the perfect weekend to make it happen! Come meet our amazing cats and dogs and find your new best friend. 🏡✨

Not the right time to adopt? That’s okay! You can still make a HUGE difference by sharing this post and spreading the word. The more people who see it, the better chance our shelter pets have of finding the loving families they deserve. 🥹

Thank you, Olivia, and Royal Buick GMC, for helping us give these deserving pets a second chance!

09/01/2026

Important Update: Never a dull moment in animal rescue!

After taking in over 40 cats from a local hoarding case l, we’ve been struggling to keep up with the spread of ringworm throughout the shelter. We’re working hard to treat the cats affected and contain the spread while keeping everyone safe ❤️

09/01/2026

Just kidding! 😉😂 Tank is actually the sweetest boy and gets SO excited to meet a puppy around the shelter!

We seriously can’t believe that this handsome boy is still here 😭 Come meet Tank and see what a lovable guy he is!

Start by filling out our adoption questionnaire 👉 www.fatherjohns.org/adopt ✨🏡

08/29/2026

Consider this your sign to come in TODAY and adopt one of our cutest available kittens! 🐱💕

Your new best friend could be waiting for you at Father John’s! 🏠🐾

Ready to meet them? Start by filling out our adoption questionnaire at fatherjohns.org/adopt 🤩

08/27/2026

🌟 Welcome back to Meet Our Pets in the Spotlight, sponsored by Wantage Veterinary Hospital and Dr. Bullock! 🌟

This week, we’re shining the spotlight on Pea Protein and Ponyo! 🐱❤️

It’s pretty hard to focus on work when there’s this much cuteness around! 😂 These two 5-month-old kittens are both energetic, playful, and absolutely love attention. Pea Protein is a funny little girl who will keep you laughing, while Ponyo is a total lovebug who will nuzzle right up to you and even let you give him belly rubs! 🥹

Both would love to go home with another kitty friend, and they’re always ready to make new friends and soak up some love. Neither has been around kids or dogs, but we think these sweet and silly kittens could be the perfect addition to the right home!

Think Pea Protein or Ponyo might be your perfect match? Fill out an adoption questionnaire at www.fatherjohns.org/adopt ✨🏡

And remember, thanks to Wantage Veterinary Hospital and Dr. Bullock, every animal adopted from Father John’s Animal House receives a FREE veterinary exam to help them start their new life off on the right paw! 🩺🐾

08/27/2026

Lights, camera, ADOPTION ✨🍿🎬🐾❤️😉

These stars are ready for their next role: being your best friend!

Want to cast one of them in your family?! Start by filling out our adoption questionnaire 👉 www.fatherjohns.org/adopt 🤩

We’re hiring kennel staff! 🐾💙Although we’re so sad to see two of our amazing Kennel Care Counselors move on, we’re also ...
08/21/2026

We’re hiring kennel staff! 🐾💙

Although we’re so sad to see two of our amazing Kennel Care Counselors move on, we’re also incredibly excited for them as they begin their next journeys!

Working at Father John’s is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of animals who need us most. Every day, our kennel team plays an important role in caring for, comforting, and helping prepare our animals for their forever homes!

If you’re looking for a job where you can make a real difference, consider joining our team! 🐶

📩 Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

08/20/2026

🌟 Welcome back to Meet Our Pet in the Spotlight, sponsored by Wantage Veterinary Hospital and Dr. Bullock! 🌟

This week’s featured pet is Kane! 🐶🎾🐕‍🦺

Kane is an adorable 1½ year old boy who came to Father John’s when his previous owner was no longer able to care for him. At about 52 pounds, Kane may look like a big guy, but there’s one thing you might not notice in his pictures, he has the cutest little short legs! 🥹🐾

He’s a lovable guy who is looking for someone willing to give him the time and patience he needs to feel safe and comfortable!

Think Kane might be the perfect fit for your family? Fill out an adoption questionnaire at www.fatherjohns.org/adopt 🏡✨

And remember, thanks to Wantage Veterinary Hospital and Dr. Bullock, every animal adopted from Father John’s Animal House receives a FREE veterinary exam to help them start their new life off on the right paw! 🩺

A huge thank you to Wantage Veterinary Hospital and Dr. Bullock for supporting our mission and helping pets like Kane find the loving homes they deserve! 💙

Please like, comment, and share this video to help Kane find his forever family!

08/19/2026

Well...we’re back again asking for kitten food! 😅 With so many little ones in our care, we go through wet kitten food so quickly!

If you’d like to help keep our tiniest residents happy, healthy, and well-fed, we would be so grateful for a donation of wet kitten food. Every can helps! 🐾

Thank you for always helping us care for all of our hungry little bellies! ❤️🐱

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Address

50 Father Johns Lane
Lafayette, NJ
07848

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 4pm
Tuesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 11am - 4pm
Friday 11am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

+19733005909

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