Friends of the Clifton Animal Shelter
Together, We Make a Difference
At Friends of the Clifton Animal Shelter, we are dedicated to providing compassionate care for our animals while helping them find the loving homes they deserve. Our mission is to give every shelter cat and dog a second chance at a happy life.
Our Commitment to Care
As a non-profit 501(c) volunteer organization, we rely on the kindness of our community to sustain our mission. We are deeply grateful for our dedicated team and the generous supporters who help us provide the essentials—like food, toys, and care—that keep our shelter pets thriving until they find their permanent families.
Your Partner in Adoption
We believe in the power of the perfect match. By getting to know your household and lifestyle, we can ensure that every adoption creates a joyful, lifelong partnership. Our goal is to guide you through every step of the process with resources and support so you and your new pet can thrive together.
Visit Us
Our shelter is located in the Clifton Municipal Complex at 900 Clifton Avenue, right behind City Hall on Dog Pound Road. We operate by appointment to ensure every family receives the personal attention they need; please call us at (973) 470-5936 or submit an online application to begin your journey. We look forward to introducing you to your new best friend!
Trust Assessment
BronzeRated Sep 5, 2026
NonprofitVerifiedOperating 30+ years
FinancesOnline Review Highlights
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10/20 - Meet Cash, a handsome boy with a heart of gold and a story that deserves a much happier ending. At just a year old, Cash should be spending his days playing, exploring, and snuggling in a loving home. Instead, he was literally abandoned in an ATM vestibule. We may never understand how someone could leave this sweet boy behind, but we know he deserves so much better. Cash is sweet, playful, and social, and he’s ready to bring his fun-loving personality into a home of his own. He has so much love and life ahead of him, and all he needs is someone willing to give him the chance he deserves. Let’s turn Cash’s story from abandonment into a happy ending. Could you be the one to give this handsome boy his fresh start? #CliftonAnimalShelter #AdoptDontShop #AdoptCash #RescueCat #ForeverHome
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10/19 - Meet Rory, the blue-eyed beauty who’s ready to find her way home! This gorgeous mixed-breed girl came to Clifton Animal Shelter as a stray about a week ago, and she’s already making an impression. At around a year old, Rory is full of energy, enthusiasm, and that youthful zest for life that keeps you on your toes! And those eyes! Rory has the most beautiful ice-blue eyes that are impossible to ignore. She’s a real head-turner, but she’s so much more than a pretty face. Rory is ready for a family who can keep up with her energy, give her plenty of love, and help her start the next chapter of her life. She didn’t ask to end up in a shelter, and we’d love nothing more than to see her trading kennel life for a couch, a yard, and a family of her own. Could Rory be the blue-eyed girl you’ve been looking for? Please share to help this beautiful girl find her forever home! #CliftonAnimalShelter #AdoptDontShop #RescueDog #AdoptRory #ForeverHome
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10/15 - Senior dogs deserve to be someone’s whole world, too. ❤️ Moto Moto is around 10–12 years old, and all he wants is what every dog deserves: someone to love and someone to love him back. This handsome senior absolutely LOVES people! He’s easy to walk, 100% housebroken, and already knows how to be a wonderful companion. No puppy chaos, no housebreaking headaches. Just a sweet older boy who wants to spend his days with his favorite humans. Moto Moto has so much love left to give. He shouldn’t have to spend his golden years in a shelter. He deserves a soft bed, a loving home, and a family who will show him that his best days are still ahead of him. Could you be the person who gives Moto Moto his happily ever after? Please don’t overlook the seniors. Sometimes, the very best dogs are the ones who need us most. Please share to help Moto Moto find the loving home he deserves! #CliftonAnimalShelter #AdoptASeniorDog #SeniorDogsRock #AdoptDontShop #GiveHimAHome
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10/13 - Churu treats? YES, PLEASE! Chip and Reese know exactly how to make the most of snack time! These two sweet boys are experts at enjoying the little things, and watching them savor their favorite treat is guaranteed to make you smile. Now, if only someone would give them the treat they’ve been waiting for most of all: a forever home! Chip and Reese are still waiting for their chance to be someone’s beloved family members. Could you be the one to make their wish come true? Please share to help these boys find the loving home they deserve! #CliftonAnimalShelter #AdoptDontShop #ChipAndReese #RescueCats #AdoptLocal
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10/11 - Winston has been waiting for weeks, and somehow, he keeps getting overlooked. 💔 When Winston first arrived at the shelter, he was so frightened. The world felt overwhelming, and he wasn’t sure who to trust. But with patience, kindness, and love from our volunteers, this sweet boy has made wonderful progress. He’s learning that people can be gentle and that maybe, just maybe, things are going to be okay. Now Winston needs someone to see what we see. A dog who has come so far. A dog who deserves to finally feel safe. A dog who shouldn’t have to spend another day wondering when his person will come. Winston would thrive in a quiet, calm home where he can continue to build confidence at his own pace. And here’s a bonus: he gets along with cats! Please don’t let Winston be the dog everyone passes by. He doesn’t need a perfect home. He needs a patient heart, a little understanding, and someone willing to give him the chance he’s been waiting for. Winston has waited long enough. Could you be the one who finally chooses him? Please share his story. His person might be just one share away. #AdoptWinston #AdoptDontShop #RescueDog #CliftonAnimalShelter #GiveHimAChance
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10/10 - Maple and Mocha are two peas in a pod! These girls adore each other, and watching them love on each other is enough to melt your heart. They’re a bonded pair, which means they’ll be looking for a home together. Double the love, double the purrs, and double the fun! Who has room in their heart for these two sweethearts? #CliftonAnimalShelter #AdoptDontShop #BondedCats #RescueCats #DoubleTheLove
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10/9 - Reese and Chip are busy showing off their playful side! These sweet siblings are about 5-6 months old and are the last two of their family still waiting for a home. Their mom and brother have already been adopted, and now it’s their turn! They were found outside and deserve a lifetime of love, safety, and happy days filled with playtime. Could you be the one to make their wish come true? Better yet, adopt them together! #AdoptDontShop #CliftonAnimalShelter #RescueCats #AdoptAShelterCat #ForeverHome
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10/1 - Modelo and Coquito have clearly decided that volunteer Mark is their new favorite human. And honestly, we can’t blame them! These two sweet boys are all about hanging out, getting some attention, and soaking up the love from our awesome volunteers. Mark always seems to have a way with our shelter babies, and these two are definitely taking advantage of it! Now all they need is a family of their own to love them just as much. ❤️ #CliftonAnimalShelter #ModeloAndCoquito #AdoptDontShop #ShelterCats
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9/30 - Meet River. This pretty girl is about a year old and came to us as a stray. She’s still getting settled in, so we’re taking our time getting to know her and letting her show us who she is. We’ll have more to share about River as her personality starts to shine through. For now, she’s safe, cared for, and waiting for her next chapter to begin. Welcome to the shelter, sweet River. We’re happy you’re here. #CliftonAnimalShelter #AdoptDontShop #ShelterCat #River
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9/27 - Coco would like everyone to know that she has officially approved her new bed AND her new toy. Honestly, we’re not sure which she loves more. The bed is perfect for lounging, the toy is perfect for playing, and Coco is perfect at enjoying both. It’s the little things that make shelter life a little sweeter. ❤️ #CliftonAnimalShelter #Coco #ShelterLife #ShelterBaby
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