February 01, 2022 11:45 AM
Breed-specific legislation (BSL) is exactly what it sounds like: laws designed to target individual breeds of dogs by limiting their legal ownership, restricting their adoptability, and making it overall more expensive...
January 16, 2022 5:41 PM
Betty White wasn’t just a treasure on screen, she was also one of the most respected and passionate voices for animal welfare in America. In honor of her life-long generosity and legacy of philanthropy, animal advocates across...
January 14, 2022 8:54 AM
Even in the cold weather, animals at LHS like Bobo love playing in the snow. In order to ensure they can play safely, LHS uses special ice melt...
January 14, 2022 8:45 AM
Adopting a new pet can be a life-enriching experience but it also comes with responsibility for the whole family. If you’re thinking of bringing a new best friend into your family from LHS or any other...
December 06, 2021 1:37 PM
If you’ve visited the LHS website over the past few days, you may have noticed some big changes to its look and feel. That’s because. after months of work reviewing and retooling the content and resources offered on...
November 27, 2021 2:05 PM
When Europa first came into our orbit at LHS, things were looking a little bleak. The new mom of five had been living alone in a windowless basement – doing her...
November 27, 2021 1:49 PM
When Liberty Humane became the animal control provider for Jersey City in 2016, we were determined to set the community up for long-term success. One of the first steps toward this goal...
November 27, 2021 1:38 PM
When the Animal Response Team phone rings, there’s no telling what may be waiting on the other line. In the case of a call that came in late August, it was...
November 27, 2021 1:24 PM
During the pandemic we’ve all been overwhelmed with trends and numbers – so. many. numbers. - but here’s a few more we thought you’d find interesting: Since...
November 24, 2021 3:18 PM
Best practices for the management of outdoor cats have changed significantly over the last few years. Watch LHS’s Executive Director in a moderated conversation with national cat policy...
October 14, 2021 7:44 AM
Change can be hard for anyone. Typically, animals admitted to shelters are scared and exhibit signs of stress. The strange sights, smells, and sounds of...
October 14, 2021 7:43 AM
Earlier this month 10 dogs from shelters impacted by Hurricane Ida arrived at Liberty Humane Society for medical care and adoption. The animals are arriving in Jersey City as...
