JERSEY CITY, N.J. — Jersey City Animal Care & Control has been officially recognized as a no-kill shelter for 2025 by the Best Friends Animal Society, following a year of marked improvements in animal welfare and shelter operations.
The designation means the shelter saved more than 90% of the dogs and cats in its care, a benchmark set by Best Friends in its annual shelter statistics report. City officials said over 1,000 animals were surrendered by owners since municipal operations took over in January.
“This national recognition is a testament to our team’s compassion and tireless work to protect and advocate for Jersey City’s most vulnerable animals,” said Mayor Steven M. Fulop…