Dear Jim, Claire, Mary, Davey, Helen, Drew, and George and all the volunteers who helped Mommy at the shelter. Here are some pictures of her at her new house. She loves it here and is doing very well. Thank you, for all your help. A big hello to Buster, Bill, and little Buck janice , eugene and MOLLY Brown!!!!!!!

Just wanted to drop you a note to let you know Allie was adopted today. Her new home has been waiting patiently for her arrival for 3 weeks as she needed to be spayed... They are a retired couple from Egg Harbor City who have owned brittany's and border collies for their entire lives. She will be lavished with love and attention truly what every animal needs. Thanks so much for letting us pull her and bring her into foster care. She was a true delight and we will miss her!!

Dear Mr. Bowen,

Just wanted to write and let you know how wonderful and caring Claire and the staff at the Toms River Shelter are.  I just recently lost our family dog Nicky who is 17years old. The wind one day blew open the gate and he wondered off. Thanks to some caring neighbors animal control was called and he was taken in.  I am so thankful.  I called Claire in the morning about Nicky and I was very upset.  She calmed me down and was very happy to tell me they had Nicky there at the Shelter.  When I went to the shelter to pick up Nicky I was greeted with a warm hello and they were so happy Nicky's owner was found.  I know its only January 12th but Claire and her staff made my year already.  They helped me out to my car which I can't thank them enough because my hands were shaking from being so happy in finding Nicky. I will always remember my new friends at the shelter and they will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,

Attached is a picture, she was named Bell when she was at the shelter

"Rescuing one dog will not change the world.... But for that dog the world will be forever changed"
Michelle Falkinburg
American Brittany Rescue-NJ
609-296-8278

One autumn day in October 2005 a two year old was getting ready to celebrate her third birthday. The guests arrived with bags and boxes of all sizes for the birthday girl Jillian ( Pictured on left with Jim Bowen). After the party all those bags and boxes got loaded up into the car and were taken to the Toms River Animal Facility. They were bags of dog and cat food, treats and toys, blankets and cat litter. The staff and volunteers at the shelter greeted Jillian with joy and excitement.

Jamie Patterson Jr. and Zoe Perozzi have been best friends since pre K and are now making their communion together at Holy Family on May 1st. The 7 year olds decided that they would like to donate to the animals instead of giving the traditional favors. When they visited the shelter, Jamie and Zoe were able to interact with some of the animals. “It’s great that these young kids are getting into good habits,” says Jim Bowen manager at the shelter.

There are many things in this world that wouldn’t be possible without volunteers. They have a special way of caring, helping and dedication to really make a difference. With a small staff for such a large town, and a volunteer roster of about 30, the Toms River Animal Facility relies heavily on their volunteers. Jen and Carol are among these volunteers and are also persons served at Bancroft.

Bancroft, based in Haddonfield, NJ was founded in 1883. This nonprofit cooperation supports both children and adults with developmental challenges and acquired brain injuries.
“Bancroft strives to ensure that every person is given opportunities for lifelong learning and fulfillment. The organization does this by altering perceptions and supporting people with neurological challenges in achieving their life goals as valued and respected members of our world,” the Bancroft mission statement mandates.

Dear Jim,

Hi. Just thought I send a picture or two of Junior and Joe taking a nap on a recent snowy day.  The dog was also napping, I leaned on him to take the shot. I hope the picture carried over in this email. They get along great.  His ears are cleared up. 

Hi!  I hope that this letter finds its way all of you who took such great care of Taco before we adopted him a little bit back.  And if not, would you please pass it on to them!

We just wanted to pass on a little note to you all and tell you that WE LOVE OUR TACO!  He is one great dog and no, you can't have him back!