Friends of Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter

Rabies Clinic
2022-06-08 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 360 Haywood Rd Manahawkin, NJ 08050, 360 Haywood Rd, Manahawkin, NJ, 08050
Rabies Clinic is organized and run by the Ocean County Dept of Health, please call the numbers listed with any questions.
Both of our facilities offer free rabies vaccinations available for the public for cats and dogs.
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
CALL TO SCHEDULE TODAY!
Jackson (Northern OCAF) 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month: 732-657-8086
Manahawkin (Southern OCAF) 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month: 609-978-0127

Clinics run from 11am to 12pm, and we take a total of 60 appointments per clinic. There is a maximum of four pets per person. Cats and dogs only, kittens need to be at least 3 pounds for vaccination, puppies need to be at least 12 weeks of age.

Dogs must be restrained on a proper fitting collar or harness and leash.
Cats need to be secured in a carrier.

If your pet has received a prior rabies vaccination, bring in the certificate, or vet records indicating the vaccination, and the vaccine your pet receives will be valid for 3 years. If you do not have proof of a prior rabies vaccination, or if it is the first time your pet is receiving the vaccination, the shot will be valid for 1 year. Please bring the proof of prior vaccination with you, as we will not be able to look up anything or contact your veterinarian when we are in the middle of the clinic.

Shelter Closed
2022-05-30 | NJ
Shelter closed for Memorial Day Holiday

Free Rabies Clinic
2022-05-25 11:00 - 12:00, 2022-05-11 11:00 - 12:00, 2022-04-27 11:00 - 12:00, 2022-04-13 11:00 - 12:00, 2022-03-23 11:00 - 12:00 | 360 Haywood Rd Manahawkin, NJ 08050, 360 Haywood Rd, Manahawkin, NJ, 08050

Calloway's Gift Auction & 50/50
2022-05-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Calloway’s, 597 Main St, West Creek, NJ, 08092, United States

Allaire Park Flea Market
2022-05-14 08:00 - 14:00, 2022-04-09 08:00 - 14:00, 2022-03-19 08:00 - 14:00 | Allaire State Park, 4263 Atlantic Ave, Farmingdale, NJ, 07727
We will have a table at the Allaire Flea Markets, all proceeds go to helping the homeless cats with either TNR, fostering, or medical care.
We are looking for volunteers to help, if you are interested please call Donna Brower at 609-332-5552

Admission sold at the door.$5 per person 12 and up(donation to the Historic Village at Allaire). Includes free admission to the Historic Village at Allaire. Pilsen Gourmet Food Truck, General Store, and Bakery will be open as well.

The Big Kid Toy Show
2022-04-30 12:00 - 18:00 | 933 Monmouth County Road Cream Ridge, NJ, 933 Monmouth County Road, Cream Ridge, NJ
FOSOCAS will have a table at this event.

Annual Meeting
2022-04-23 12:00 - 15:00 | Stafford Community Center, 775 E Bay Ave, Manahawkin, NJ, 08050, United States
Hi Fellow Friends! It has been 2 years since we all last met and we are so excited to announce we are holding our Annual Meeting again!
Starting at Noon, light fare will be served as we have a meet and greet. Meet Board & Committee Chairpeople and find out how you can volunteer to help save the homeless pets in our area.
Brian Rumpf represents the the 9th Legislative District in the New Jersey General Assembly and is on the Health Committee which covers animal welfare. He will talk about some of the programs and responsibilities of the Health Department such as the rabies clinic, policies and day to day operations of the shelter.
Kelly Karch from the Stafford Animal Control will be speaking about topics such as Lost Pets and Trapping Wildlife.

Pet Pictures with the Easter Bunny & Bake Sale
2022-04-16 09:00 - 13:00 | PETSMART, 219 Stafford Park , Manahawkin , NJ
Come have your dog or other pet meet & have their picture taken with the Easter Bunny! Pet Pictures are from 11am-1pm. Bake Sale starts at 9am.
And get a sweet treat while you are there from our Bake Sale!
If you would like to donate baked goods please have them individually wrapped and you can drop off at PetSmart between 9-10am.
For pet pictures, please make sure. your pet is on a leash or in a carrier.

Free Rabies Clinic
2022-03-09 11:00 - 12:00 | 360 Haywood Rd Manahawkin, NJ 08050, 360 Haywood Rd, Manahawkin, NJ, 08050
Both of our facilities offer free rabies vaccinations available for the public for cats and dogs.
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
CALL TO SCHEDULE TODAY!
Jackson (Northern OCAF) 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month: 732-657-8086
Manahawkin (Southern OCAF) 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month: 609-978-0127

Clinics run from 11am to 12pm, and we take a total of 60 appointments per clinic. There is a maximum of four pets per person. Cats and dogs only, kittens need to be at least 3 pounds for vaccination, puppies need to be at least 12 weeks of age.

Dogs must be restrained on a proper fitting collar or harness and leash.
Cats need to be secured in a carrier.

If your pet has received a prior rabies vaccination, bring in the certificate, or vet records indicating the vaccination, and the vaccine your pet receives will be valid for 3 years. If you do not have proof of a prior rabies vaccination, or if it is the first time your pet is receiving the vaccination, the shot will be valid for 1 year. Please bring the proof of prior vaccination with you, as we will not be able to look up anything or contact your veterinarian when we are in the middle of the clinic.

Bake Sale
2022-03-05 10:00 - 15:00 | PETSMART, 219 Stafford Park , Manahawkin , NJ
Our first Bake Sale at PetSmart in Manahawkin in 2 years! We are in need of Bake Sale donations–all baked goods need to be individually wrapped and can be dropped off at PetSmart on Saturday morning.

Giving Tuesday
2021-11-30 | NJ
Friends, we know it has been a hard couple of years and we are super thankful for all of your support through out it! But we need your help….the homeless pet problem sadly did not get better.
We need funds to help with veterinary costs, TNR & maintaining feral cat communities, and for the ever going emergencies that happen. Your contribution will make an impact, whether you donate $5 or $500. Every little bit helps. Thank you for your support!
For those who are on Facebook, you can go to this link to donate. Facebook does not charge us processing fees: https://www.facebook.com/donate/1323473274758321/10159861142537082/
Or if you prefer you can donate through our website: https://www.fosocas.org/product/donation/
Or you can mail your donations to: P.O Box 1162 Manahawkin, NJ 08050

Flea Market at Allaire State Park
2021-11-20 08:00 - 14:00, 2021-10-09 08:00 - 14:00, 2021-09-11 08:00 - 14:00, 2021-08-07 08:00 - 14:00, 2021-07-10 08:00 - 14:00, 2021-05-08 08:00 - 14:00 | Allaire State Park, 4263 Atlantic Ave, Farmingdale, NJ, 07727
Flea Market, 8 am – 2 pm; $5 Adult, children under 12 free. Allaire Members get free admission!

13th Annual Fall Furfest
2021-10-23 13:00 - 16:00 | 360 Haywood Rd Manahawkin, NJ 08050, 360 Haywood Rd, Manahawkin, NJ, 08050
It’s our 13th Annual Fall Furfest and Halloween Pet Parade! Prizes, Ribbons, Giveaways and an Adoption Event!
Event starts at 1pm; Parade begins at 1:30pm and the Shelter is open from 1-4pm for adoptions!

Holiday Wreath Fundraiser
2021-10-14 - 2021-12-05 | NJ
Back by popular demand–the Holiday Wreath Fundraiser! We are raising money to help the homeless pets of the Southern Ocean County area. The many things we do for the pets is provide medical and health care, foster care, love and compassion. We are also very active with the feral cats and provide TNR and colony care but we can’t do this without funds! Thank you for your donations!
https://ThreeRiversFundraising.com/fund/fsocas-wr21

Barktoberfest
2021-10-02 10:00 - 16:00 | Island Beach State Park, 2401 Central Ave, Seaside Park, NJ, 08752
The Friends will be attending! Please join us!
Barktoberfest – Fall Festival and Pet Expo
Saturday October 2nd, 2021
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Located at Swimming Area 1
Barktoberfest will feature craft and pet supply vendors, rescue groups, food trucks, a pet costume parade, and more! We hope you will be able to join us for this fun new festival celebrating our beloved furry friends. Pets on a leash are welcome to attend.
More details to come! Please check this website for details: https://www.friendsofibsp.org/events/may-day/

Dog Yappy Hour
2021-06-12 10:00 - 14:00 | Miller Air Park, 101 Airport Rd, Bayville, NJ, 08721

Flea Market at Allaire State Park
2021-06-12 08:00 - 14:00 | Allaire State Park, 4263 Atlantic Ave, Farmingdale, NJ, 07727
Flea Market, 8 am – 2 pm; $5 Adult, children under 12 free. Allaire Members get free admission!
Rain date is Sunday June 13th

Flea Market at Allaire State Park
2021-04-10 08:00 - 14:00 | Allaire State Park, 4263 Atlantic Ave, Farmingdale, NJ, 07727
Flea Market, 8 am – 2 pm; $5 Adult, children under 12 free. Allaire Members get free admission!

Rain Date on Sunday 4/11

OneHope Wine Fundraiser
2021-03-21 08:00 - 2021-04-09 23:30 | NJ
OneHope Wine Fundraiser link
