Bergen County Animal Shelter Guide: Adoption Hours, Lost Pets, Surrender Fees, Animal Control, Video & Map
Use this Bergen County Animal Shelter guide when you need the official Teterboro address, phone numbers, adoption hours, adoption process, lost-pet reclaim proof, owner-surrender fees, Animal Control phone, volunteer options, map, and a helpful video before visiting.
Shelter phone 201-229-4600
Adoption hours shown 1 PM–5 PM daily except Monday
Quick Answer: What is Bergen County Animal Shelter and who should use it?
Bergen County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is the county animal shelter in Teterboro, New Jersey, located at 100 United Lane. Residents and visitors use it to adopt dogs, cats and small animals, reclaim lost pets, report or ask about animals handled by Animal Control, surrender pets from contracted towns, volunteer, foster, and access community pet-owner help.
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Bergen County Animal Shelter quick facts
Video Guide: Bergen County shelter pets and adoption context
People searching for Bergen County Animal Shelter often want to see the animals and understand why some pets stay in care for a long time. This video is not a replacement for the official adoption list, but it is useful for adoption intent because it shows real shelter pets and helps visitors think about long-term residents, patience, and what to ask before adopting.
Bergen County Animal Shelter adoption hours and process
The official adoption page says the shelter is open for adoptions from 1 PM to 5 PM every day except Monday. The page also states that people wishing to adopt are carefully screened so animals can be placed in the best-suited home. That means adoption is not just a quick pickup; expect questions, matching, and review.
Use Bergen County’s official adoption page to see available animals and current instructions. Petfinder can help, but the County page should be treated as the primary source.
The County provides separate application routes for dogs and for cats or small domestic animals. Use the correct form for the animal you want.
The official page says adopters are carefully screened. Be ready to discuss your home, schedule, experience, children, other pets, landlord rules, and the animal’s needs.
Adoption hours are 1 PM–5 PM daily except Monday. Arrive with enough time to meet animals, ask questions, and complete paperwork.
Ask about vaccines, spay/neuter, microchip, illness history, medications, bite history, fear, energy level, litter habits, leash manners, and first-week care.
Bring a carrier for cats or small animals and a safe leash/vehicle plan for dogs. Do not transport a new pet loose in the car.
Bergen County Animal Shelter adoption fees and what to ask
The official pages retrieved for this guide confirmed adoption hours and application routes, but did not provide a single stable public adoption-fee table in the retrieved snippets. Because shelter fees and adoption specials can change, confirm the current adoption fee directly before visiting.
| Question | Why it matters | Ask this before adopting |
|---|---|---|
| What is the current adoption fee? | Fees may vary by animal type, age, special event, or policy update. | “What is today’s adoption fee for this specific dog/cat/small animal?” |
| What medical care is included? | Adoption value depends on vaccines, spay/neuter, microchip, testing, and follow-up needs. | “What has already been done, and what will I need to schedule after adoption?” |
| Can the pet go home today? | Some animals may need a medical hold, surgery, treatment, or paperwork before leaving. | “If approved, is pickup same-day or later?” |
| Are there restrictions? | Some pets may need no other pets, no small children, a fenced yard, experienced adopters, or special care. | “What type of home is best for this animal?” |
Before you visit Bergen County Animal Shelter for adoption
Lost dog or cat in Bergen County: what to do first
The official lost-pet page says you should come to the shelter to fill out a lost report and look to see if your pet is there. It also says you must bring identification and proof that the animal is yours. This proof can include a town license, vaccine certificate, vet records, or purchase receipt.
The official page specifically says to come to the shelter to fill out a lost report and look for your pet.
Bring your ID plus town license, vaccine certificate, vet records, purchase receipt, or other acceptable ownership proof.
Call 201-229-4600 and describe the pet, last-known location, microchip status, collar, and date missing.
Use the AAHA Universal Pet Microchip Lookup and update your phone/email with the chip company.
Ask neighbors, check hiding places, post responsibly, use Petco Love Lost, and check nearby municipal shelters if your pet crossed town lines.
Pet intake can change daily. Recheck the shelter and online listings if your pet is still missing.
Found a pet in Bergen County: safe next steps
If you found a dog, cat, or small animal in Bergen County, do not assume the pet was abandoned. Many lost animals are owned indoor pets that escaped after a door opened, a storm, fireworks, fence work, a move, or a car accident. Your goal is to help the animal get home safely and legally.
Surrendering a pet to Bergen County Animal Shelter
The official assistance page says that if you are unable to personally find a new home for your pet, you may bring your dog, cat, or small animal to BCAS Monday through Friday between 1 PM and 5 PM. It also says BCAS is open-admission for residents from contracted towns and asks owners to bring veterinary records.
| Owner-surrender item | Official guidance | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|
| When to bring a pet | Monday–Friday, 1 PM–5 PM | Call first if your situation is urgent or you are unsure about contracted-town eligibility. |
| Eligible residents | Residents from contracted towns | Bring proof of residency and ask if your municipality is covered. |
| Veterinary records | Bring any veterinary records you have | Vaccines, medications, surgery, behavior, bite, illness and microchip records help the shelter. |
| Dog surrender fee | $50 | Confirm accepted payment method before arrival. |
| Cat surrender fee | $30 | Bring carrier and medical records. |
| Small animal surrender fee | $15 | Ask what species and enclosure rules apply. |
Bergen County Animal Control, non-emergency concerns and urgent danger
Bergen County’s adoption application contact page lists an Animal Control phone number of 201-229-4616. Use the shelter phone for adoption, lost/found, and shelter questions. Use Animal Control when your question involves field response, animal-control handling, or a municipality that uses Bergen County services.
Bergen County pet services: volunteer, foster, wildlife, TNR and community support
Bergen County’s official mission includes humane treatment, reuniting lost pets, adoption, foster care, wildlife rehabilitation, reducing animal populations through spay/neuter and TNR, and education. The shelter also lists volunteer opportunities where people may help walk dogs or socialize cats.
Call scripts for Bergen County Animal Shelter needs
A short, clear message helps staff understand your situation faster.
Adoption script: “Hi, I’m interested in adopting [dog/cat/small animal]. I saw [pet name or description] on the official Bergen County adoption page. What application should I complete, and is the pet still available?”
Lost pet script: “Hi, my [dog/cat] is missing from [town/location]. The pet is [description], has [collar/microchip/license], and I can bring legal proof such as [license/vaccine/vet record]. Should I come in to file a lost report?”
Found pet script: “Hi, I found a [dog/cat/small animal] near [town/street]. The animal appears [safe/injured/scared/aggressive]. Should I contact Animal Control, bring the pet in, or file a found report?”
Surrender script: “Hi, I live in [town] and need help rehoming or surrendering my [dog/cat/small animal]. Am I in a contracted town, what fee applies, and what records should I bring?”
Bergen County Animal Shelter map and visit planning
Bergen County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is listed at 100 United Lane, Teterboro, NJ 07608. Use the map below for route planning, then confirm current hours and service rules before driving.
Official Bergen County Animal Shelter links
Nearby and related animal resources
If your pet crossed municipal boundaries or someone transported the animal, check more than one official shelter or lost-pet resource. Bergen County is dense, and pets may be found in a nearby town rather than the exact town where they went missing.
Common Bergen County Animal Shelter mistakes to avoid
Bergen County Animal Shelter FAQs
The official shelter phone number is 201-229-4600. Animal Control is listed as 201-229-4616.
Bergen County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is located at 100 United Lane, Teterboro, NJ 07608.
The official adoption page says the shelter is open for adoptions from 1 PM to 5 PM every day except Monday.
Start with the official animals-for-adoption page and complete the correct application for a dog, cat, or small domestic animal. Adopters are screened so pets can be placed in suitable homes.
The official lost-pet page says acceptable proof may include a town license, vaccine certificate, vet records, or purchase receipt. Pictures or videos are not legal proof of ownership.
Go to the shelter to fill out a lost report and look for your pet, call the shelter, update the microchip registry, bring legal proof of ownership, and check nearby shelters and lost-pet tools.
The official assistance page says residents from contracted towns may bring a dog, cat, or small animal Monday through Friday between 1 PM and 5 PM. Bring veterinary records and confirm eligibility first.
The official assistance page lists $50 to surrender a dog, $30 to surrender a cat, and $15 to surrender small animals.
Yes. The official volunteer page describes dog walking and cat socializing as important volunteer roles that improve shelter animals’ quality of life.
Bergen County lists Animal Control phone as 201-229-4616.
There are online videos featuring Bergen County Animal Shelter pets and shelter visits. Use videos for context only and verify current pet availability on the official adoption page.
No. Animal-Shelter.org is an independent animal shelter and animal control directory. The official Bergen County Animal Shelter website is on bergencountynj.gov.
Animal Shelter Action Planner: Lost Pet, Found Pet, Adoption, Reclaim & Surrender Helper
Use this free tool to create a practical next-step plan before visiting or contacting an animal shelter, humane society, rescue, or animal control agency. It does not search a live shelter database, but it helps you prepare the right documents, questions, safety steps, and official-source searches.
Build a USA-wide shelter action plan
Select your situation and location. The tool will create a general action plan, search links, call questions, and a copyable checklist.
Lost pet recovery checklist
Check the steps you have completed. This helps you stay organized during the first urgent hours and days.
Found pet safety decision helper
Use this when you find a stray or loose pet and need a safe next step.
Adoption readiness checker
This helps adopters prepare before visiting a shelter or rescue. It is not a guarantee of approval.
Pet reclaim document checklist
If your pet may be at a shelter, prepare proof before visiting. Exact requirements and fees vary by agency.
Owner surrender preparation helper
Surrender rules vary. Many shelters require appointments, proof of residence, behavior/medical information, and may offer alternatives.
Animal control contact decision helper
Choose the situation and get a general USA-wide contact path. Local rules may differ.
Adoption and first-month budget planner
This is a planning guide, not a shelter fee database. Always confirm adoption fees and included services with the shelter.
Your generated shelter plan
Your action plan, search links, call script, checklist, or budget guide will appear here.
Start with the Planner tab
Select your state, city/county/ZIP, pet type, and goal. The tool will create a practical USA-wide shelter action plan.
Privacy note: this tool runs in your browser. It does not send your entries to animal-shelter.org.