AHS & Popcorn Park News

Meet Sammy the African Serval – Our Newest Resident!

Meet Sammy the African Serval – Our Newest Resident!

Sammy arrived at Popcorn Park in October, where he will live the life he deserves—wild at heart, yet forever safe and cared for among our exotic Big Cats!Meet Sammy, a striking African Serval who now calls Popcorn Park Animal Refuge home! Sammy joined us in October...

AHS on the Drew Barrymore Show!

AHS on the Drew Barrymore Show!

AHS Stopped by to meet Drew Barrymore & showcase our mission! Check out the video here!Did you catch us live yesterday with Drew? Drew Barrymore, Ross Mathews and Valerie Bertinelli spoke with AHS Newark's Volunteer Coordinator, Nita Talarico, on all things AHS...

AHS Featured on NBC New York

AHS Featured on NBC New York

A recent NBC segment brings awareness to AHS as space runs out in our Newark Shelter for dogsA recent video, released by NBC, highlights struggles with rising intake numbers at AHS. We have seen an over 50% increase in the number of dogs coming into our shelters over...

Senior Dog Fluffy Deserves a Peaceful Place to Call Home

Senior Dog Fluffy Deserves a Peaceful Place to Call Home

Our perfect little gentleman Fluffy is here to ask for your help.  He's just sitting here, whiling away the days, when he could be resting comfortably in YOUR fabulous foster home!  Fluffy is about 13 years old.  He was surrendered to our Newark shelter due to his...

Scout Project Enhances Enrichment for Shelter Dogs

Scout Project Enhances Enrichment for Shelter Dogs

At the Associated Humane Societies, we’re always striving to make our shelter an enriching place where animals can grow, heal, and prepare for their adoptive homes. Thanks to Molly, a Life Scout from BSA Troop 570, our dog exercise yard and facilities in our Forked...

Welcome Clifford: The Big Red Tegu!

Welcome Clifford: The Big Red Tegu!

Rescued from a Newark, NJ parking lot, Clifford joins our team of Popcorn Park Animal Ambassadors as part of our education programs!Meet Clifford, one of our newest rescued animals at Popcorn Park! Clifford was found roaming a parking lot in Newark, NJ, dehydrated and...

Ophelia’s Recovery From Neglect Starts With You

Ophelia’s Recovery From Neglect Starts With You

After a lifetime of neglect, Ophelia finds safety at AHSFirst off:  We apologize for the graphic photos, but this is a situation that is graphic, heartbreaking, and downright criminal.  Sadly, there's no one to charge criminally in a case of blatant cruelty such as...

“Spice Up Your Life” with Spice Girl!

“Spice Up Your Life” with Spice Girl!

At AHS, we believe every animal deserves a chance at a loving home, and Spice Girl is a perfect example of our commitment to this mission. Born in 2020, this resilient 4-year-old Boerboel first arrived at our Newark, NJ shelter in November 2022 when her previous owner...

Beating the Heat: Summer Fun & Ice Cream for Pups at AHS

Beating the Heat: Summer Fun & Ice Cream for Pups at AHS

This summer has been a scorcher, with temperatures soaring past 90 degrees almost daily. At the Associated Humane Societies, our dedicated staff and volunteers have been working tirelessly to ensure our dogs stay cool and comfortable during these heat waves.To keep...