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My name is Captain!

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Facts about me

Breed
German Shepherd Dog/Labrador Retriever
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn - with Black
Age
Adult
Size
(When grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Weight
Sex
Male
Pet ID

My info

Small red x Not good with kids
Small red x Not good with dogs
Small red x Not good with cats
Small blue checkmark Needs experienced adopter
Small blue checkmark Shots current
Small blue checkmark Spayed / Neutered
Small blue checkmark Housetrained

My story

Our long term resident, Captain, has seen many other dogs come and go while he has been at the shelter waiting and waiting for his forever home. This boy loves toys, going for a brisk walk and car rides. He is also housebroken and knows basic commands. He thrives on being with his person and he is BIG enough to fill all your affection needs. Captain loves mental and physical simulation to keep him happy/content.



Captain has a high prey drive and loves to chase squirrels, chipmunks, etc. and will dig under fences to try to get to them. His adopter needs to understand that he loves to eat so much that he needs to be left alone while he enjoys his meals and treats. He would probably do best as an only dog and in a home with no/older children. This Shepherd mix boy is about 6-7 years old and 55 pounds.

Captain would do best in a home with the following criteria:

-No kids, other dogs/cats/pets

-Experienced dog owner

-Low foot traffic home (non active home without lots of people coming in and out)



Please understand that we are an animal shelter and thus unable to say whether the dogs are housebroken as they are not in homes.



If you are interested in adopting, we encourage you to please submit an application on our website today so that we can try and process and pre-approve any potential adopters prior to our next adoption event.



PLEASE USE THIS LINK TO SUBMIT AN ADOPTION APPLICATION. WE ONLY ACCEPT ADOPTION APPLICATIONS THROUGH OUR WEBSITE. ANY OTHERS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.

Application link here: http://www.oscaranimalrescue.org/oscar-1-application.html



Adoption Process:

1.Fill out an application

2.Meet & Greet

3.Adoption contract & adoption fee

Captain's adoption fee is $100. This covers all age-appropriate shots, vetting & microchipping.



**If you are coming to an adoption event to see a certain dog/cat, please email ahead of time to make sure that dog/cat will be there that day. Please email 1-2 days before the event, as some animals are placed during the week and our list is constantly changing.

For a list of upcoming pet adoption events go to: www.OscarAnimalRescue.org



One Step Closer Animal Rescue is a 501c3 non-profit organization. Donations are TAX DEDUCTIBLE to the extent allowed by law. If you would like to make a donation to help us rescue more animals please send donations to PO Box 248, Sparta, NJ 07871. Please make your check payable to O.S.C.A.R.. Thank you for helping us save as many lives as we can.



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One Step Closer Animal Rescue (O.S.C.A.R.)

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Address
PO Box 248, Sparta, NJ 07871
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Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Adoption Process:
1.Fill out an application
2.Meet & Greet
3.Adoption contract & adoption fee

For an application go to: www.OscarAnimalRescue.org

The adoption process is to first fill out an application. You can go to www.OscarAnimalRescue.org to fill out the application. Once we call your references and if its a good fit for all, we schedule a meet and greet.

Our dogs/cats are not first come/first serve. We place our dogs/cats with the home that is the best fit for them. Not all animals are good in all homes, whether it’s their personalities, nature, or breed. We base our decision on what’s best for the dog/cat and the family. Thanks for understanding!

Please remember everyone who resides in the home must know about the adoption, and its not a surprise to any member of the family. We need everyone to be on board about adopting. Thank you for understanding.

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PLEASE NOTE:

Our shelter is not open to the public and is by appointment only. That's because at OSCAR, one of our highest priorities is the health and well-being of the animals in our care. Unlike city shelters or pounds, whose residents are in place for a short time, as a no-kill shelter, our pets are often with us for weeks, months or even years. The shelter is the only safe place and home they know. When strangers, even well-meaning ones looking to adopt, walk through the shelter, it stresses our animals. We make appointments for potential adopters that submitted applications that have been approved through our process to meet our dogs either in our BarkYard or one of our meeting rooms. We’ll spend as much time as you need and introduce you to as many animals as you’d like to meet in order to make the best match and help you find the perfect new family member!

We hold pet adoption events as much as possible for anyone interested in our animals. It is a great chance for you to come down and meet a bunch of dogs/cats before deciding who is a good fit for you. If you are coming to an adoption event to see a certain dog/cat, please email ahead of time to make sure that dog/cat will be there that day. Please email 1-2 days before the event, as some animals are placed during the week and our list is constantly changing. Individual meet and greets with specific animals are by appointment only.

An approved application must be on file prior to scheduling of a meet and greet.

More about this rescue

Adoption Events & Fundraising Events:
For more information on these and other events visit: http://www.oscaranimalrescue.org/oscar-1-events.html
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Upcoming Events:

Sun. June 11 "Pet Adoption Event" (12noon-2pm)
PetSmart
367 Mt Hope Avenue
Rockaway Township, NJ 07866
**List of dogs available to be posted on Facebook/Instagram prior to event.

Sun. June 25 "Pet Adoption Event" (12noon-2pm)
OSCAR Animal Rescue Shelter
155 Stanhope Sparta Road
Andover, NJ 07821

Sun. July 16 "Pet Adoption Event" (12noon-2pm)
PetSmart
367 Mt Hope Avenue
Rockaway Township, NJ 07866
**List of dogs available to be posted on Facebook/Instagram prior to event.

Sun. July 30 "Pet Adoption Event" (12noon-2pm)
PetSmart
367 Mt Hope Avenue
Rockaway Township, NJ 07866
**List of dogs available to be posted on Facebook/Instagram prior to event.

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SUPPLIES WE NEED:
Crates/Kennels (wire or plastic)
Paper Towels
Dog Bowls
Dog/Puppy Food (dry and canned)
Flea Medications (spray or monthly)
Leashes
Collars-all sizes
Dog Beds
Cleaning Supplies (bleach, pinesol, paper towels..etc.)
Plastic Gloves (medium and large)
Puppy Play Pens (aka X pens)
Dog Treats/Bones
Dog Toys/Chews
Garage Bags
Cat Litter
Cat Food (dry & wet)




One Step Closer Animal Rescue is a 501c3 non-profit organization. Donations are TAX DEDUCTIBLE to the extent allowed by law. If you would like to make a donation to help us rescue more animals please send donations to PO Box 248, Sparta, NJ 07871. Please make your check payable to O.S.C.A.R.. Thank you for helping us save as many lives as we can.