Wantage Township Animal Control
The Wantage Animal Shelter is located behind the Municipal Building; the entrance is on Brown Road. The Wantage Animal Control officer is out on calls quite often so please leave a message and you will be called back as soon as possible.
Contact Info
Bob Wagner, ACO
Phone Number: 973-875-9390
Shelter hours:
To make an appointment please call 973-875-9390.
Monday through Friday:
9 to 11 a.m.
or by appointment
Saturday and Sunday:
by appointment only
Adoption Fees
Dogs: $35
Puppies: purebred $45, mixed $35
Cats and Kittens: $25
Surrender Policies
You must call to make an appointment to surrender your pet.
Surrender Fees:
Dogs and Puppies:
over 25 lbs. $50
under 25 lbs. $25
Cats and Kittens:
cats $25
kittens $15
Donations...are ALWAYS welcome
- canned or dry dog food
- canned or dry cat food
- puppy and kitten food
- litter
- bleach, laundry detergent
- dishwasher soap
- blankets and towels
- pet toys
Rabies Clinics
Free rabies clinics are held annually. The next scheduled clinic will be held on November 4, 2022, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the municipal garage. Bring proof of prior rabies shot. Dogs must be leashed, cats in a carrier. Animals must be accompanied by an adult.
How long will my pet's rabies shot be good for?
Dog Licences
Licences are required for all dogs six months old and older that reside in the Township. Owners of new dogs must obtain a license for their dog within ten days of when their dog reaches licensing age. Dog licence forms are are due in January. Owners of a dog found to be unlicensed after February 1 shall be required to pay a late fee. Additionally, the person harboring the dog may be subject to a fine for failure to obtain a dog license. If a dog has a valid license from another NJ municipality, a Wantage Dog License may be obtained at no cost. License renewals are mailed to dog owners in early January. Forms for new dogs may be picked up in the municipal office or download a dog license form here.
Completed forms should be mailed with:
- the appropriate fee
- a stamped, self addressed envelope
- proof of rabies vaccination
- proof of spay/neuter
Dog License
Wantage Township Municipal Building
888 State Highway 23
Wantage, NJ 07461
Helpful Links from the NJ Department of Health
View It's the Law at nj.gov/health/vph/animal-control/its-the-law/
View information about rabies at nj.gov/health/cd/topics/rabies.shtml
Adoption Days
Adoption days are held thoroughout the year at locations within our coverage. Please check the Wantage Shelter's Facebook page for upcoming Adoption Days.