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1. Where can I find information about gerbils?

The Gerbil Information Page is the English version of a gerbil site from the Netherlands.

2. Where can I find information about hamsters?

The Hamster Society provides breed descriptions. Hamster Land has more information.

3. Where can I find information about rescued rabbits?

The best site we've found for rabbits is The House Rabbit Society. It covers all aspects of rabbit behavior and care.

We almost always have rabbits available for adoption at the shelter. They must be spayed or neutered before leaving the shelter.

4. Where can I find information about rescued guinea pigs?

The Guinea Pig Compendium is a good place to start for information on Guinea pigs. Guinea pigs are often available for adoption at the shelter, too.

5. What information do I need to know to keep a ferret?

Keeping a pet ferret in New Jersey requires a permit from the Department of Fish, Game and Wildlife. Information and applications are available when adopting a ferret from the shelter. NetVet Ferrets provides links to numerous ferret sites.

6. What animals besides dogs and cats are available for adoption?

We occasionally have other animals for adoption; most commonly pot-bellied pigs, chickens, mice, rats, iguanas, turtles, canaries, cockatrices, and parakeets.