Animal Alliance and Hunterdon Humane Animal Shelter Unite to Enhance Animal Welfare in New Jersey

Animal Alliance has officially merged with the Hunterdon Humane Animal Shelter, forming one of New Jersey's largest private animal welfare organizations.

 

The unified entity will continue under the Animal Alliance name, operating from locations in Lambertville and Milford.

 

Plans are underway to construct a state-of-the-art shelter in Hunterdon County.

 

"This merger represents a significant opportunity to innovate and collaborate, ensuring more animals find their forever homes," said Annie Trinkle, founder and executive director of Animal Alliance.

 

The organization will maintain existing programs, including animal rescue, pet adoption, low-cost spay/neuter services, and community outreach.

 

The Planned Pethood Clinic in Lambertville will continue offering affordable pet wellness services, with a satellite clinic planned for Milford.

 

A $5.5 million capital campaign has been launched to fund the renovation and expansion of the former Hunterdon Humane site in Milford.

 

Initial plans focus on modernizing the facility to provide a safe and enriching environment for animals.

 

"This partnership allows us to leverage our strengths and enhance our capabilities for the benefit of Hunterdon County's animals," said Alison Abou-Daoud, president of the Animal Alliance Board of Trustees.

 

Tanya Nelesnik, president of Hunterdon Humane Animal Shelter, expressed enthusiasm about the Milford shelter's reopening.

 

"We chose Animal Alliance for their integrity and commitment to animal welfare in Hunterdon County," she said.

 

Trinkle noted that shelters nationwide are at capacity due to increased pet relinquishments and decreased adoptions.

 

Since its inception in 2002, Animal Alliance has rescued and placed approximately 500 animals annually and performed over 2,000 spay/neuter procedures each year.

 

With 20 employees and over 150 active volunteers, the organization continues to make a significant impact in the community.