Meet Sarge — a happy, affectionate boy with the softest ears and the most soulful, expressive eyes. Sarge walks well on a leash. He knows how to sit and give paw. He is very playful and he responds well to treats for training and rides great in the car (just needs a boost to get in). We do not know what he thinks of cats.
Despite facing some tough breaks, Sarge still has a loving heart and a joyful spirit, and he’s ready for the chance to be someone’s forever companion. Poor Sarge has been adopted and returned twice, through no fault of his own.
🏠 First Return: Sarge lived peacefully for two years with a family that included four tween-to-teen boys. One day, while a child was playing basketball, Sarge grabbed the child’s hand. The hand was bruised but not broken or punctured — it’s very likely he mistook the hand for the ball. This was an isolated incident; there had never been any previous issues or concerns with Sarge during his time with that family.
🏠 Second Return: In his next adoptive home, Sarge was resting when a house guest he had never met leaned over and touched him, waking him from sleep. Startled, Sarge bit the guest. He was later professionally evaluated by a trainer who emphasized the importance of giving dogs space while they’re sleeping — especially when they're still adjusting to a new environment. The trainer felt Sarge behaved in a way many dogs might when startled and stressed, and reaffirmed that he is a good dog who simply needs thoughtful, respectful handling.
To set Sarge up for success, we’re looking for a calm, adult-only home or one with older teens who can respect boundaries. He will thrive with someone who understands dog body language, gives him time to adjust, and follows best practices like not disturbing a sleeping dog. Sarge is not a “problem dog” — he’s a normal dog who’s been put in a few tough situations. What he needs now is a person or family who will advocate for him, respect his space, and love him for the amazing companion he is. Sarge is about 4-5 years old and 66 pounds. Please help Sarge find the loving home he deserves.
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 they have been housebroken in the past, they will need time to acclimate to a new home routine from the shelter.
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
Sarge's adoption fee is $200. This also covers all age-appropriate shots, spay/neuter, 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.
Don't forget to "Like Us" on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/pages/One-Step-Closer-Animal-Rescue-OSCAR/462492563811538
Follow us on:
https://www.instagram.com/oscaranimalrescue/
https://www.tiktok.com/@o.s.c.a.r.dog
Meet Sarge — a happy, affectionate boy with the softest ears and the most soulful, expressive eyes. Sarge walks well on a leash. He knows how to sit and give paw. He is very playful and he responds well to treats for training and rides great in the car (just needs a boost to get in). We do not know what he thinks of cats.
Despite facing some tough breaks, Sarge still has a loving heart and a joyful spirit, and he’s ready for the chance to be someone’s forever companion. Poor Sarge has been adopted and returned twice, through no fault of his own.
🏠 First Return: Sarge lived peacefully for two years with a family that included four tween-to-teen boys. One day, while a child was playing basketball, Sarge grabbed the child’s hand. The hand was bruised but not broken or punctured — it’s very likely he mistook the hand for the ball. This was an isolated incident; there had never been any previous issues or concerns with Sarge during his time with that family.
🏠 Second Return: In his next adoptive home, Sarge was resting when a house guest he had never met leaned over and touched him, waking him from sleep. Startled, Sarge bit the guest. He was later professionally evaluated by a trainer who emphasized the importance of giving dogs space while they’re sleeping — especially when they're still adjusting to a new environment. The trainer felt Sarge behaved in a way many dogs might when startled and stressed, and reaffirmed that he is a good dog who simply needs thoughtful, respectful handling.
To set Sarge up for success, we’re looking for a calm, adult-only home or one with older teens who can respect boundaries. He will thrive with someone who understands dog body language, gives him time to adjust, and follows best practices like not disturbing a sleeping dog. Sarge is not a “problem dog” — he’s a normal dog who’s been put in a few tough situations. What he needs now is a person or family who will advocate for him, respect his space, and love him for the amazing companion he is. Sarge is about 4-5 years old and 66 pounds. Please help Sarge find the loving home he deserves.
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 they have been housebroken in the past, they will need time to acclimate to a new home routine from the shelter.
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
Sarge's adoption fee is $200. This also covers all age-appropriate shots, spay/neuter, 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.
Don't forget to "Like Us" on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/pages/One-Step-Closer-Animal-Rescue-OSCAR/462492563811538
Follow us on:
https://www.instagram.com/oscaranimalrescue/
https://www.tiktok.com/@o.s.c.a.r.dog
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.
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.
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.
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 Adoption Events:
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SUPPLIES WE NEED:
Paper Towels
Dog/Puppy Food (dry and canned)
Leashes
Cleaning Supplies (bleach, pinesol, paper towels..etc.)
Plastic Gloves (medium and large)
Dog Treats/Bones
Dog Toys/Chews
Garage Bags
Laundry Detergent
Peanut Butter
Poop 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.
Adoption Events & Fundraising Events:
For more information on these and other events visit: http://www.oscaranimalrescue.org/oscar-1-events.html
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Upcoming Adoption Events:
*********************************************************************
SUPPLIES WE NEED:
Paper Towels
Dog/Puppy Food (dry and canned)
Leashes
Cleaning Supplies (bleach, pinesol, paper towels..etc.)
Plastic Gloves (medium and large)
Dog Treats/Bones
Dog Toys/Chews
Garage Bags
Laundry Detergent
Peanut Butter
Poop 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.
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