O.S.C.A.R. Adoptable Pets
Click on Dogs or Cats!

Home
Adoption Application & Info
Before You Adopt
Pet Adoption & Events
Our Shelter
Shelter Sponsorships
About Us
Contact Us
Featured Pets
Happy Tails
Interested in Fostering?
Shop & Support O.S.C.A.R.
Donating & Wish List
Volunteering
Kids Helping O.S.C.A.R.
Surrenders & TNR
Low Cost Spay/Neuter
Pet Safety Tips
Lost/Found Pets
Sponsors & Links
FAQ's
Forms & Docs


One Step Closer Animal Rescue (O.S.C.A.R.)

'Helping you find your new best friend'

Sparta, NJ

Featured Pets


Sometimes there is a pet whose face or story just touches your heart.

Special Dogs at OSCAR Animal Rescue

Our featured dogs and cats are often with O.S.C.A.R. longer than other pets. Sometimes they have special needs and other times it just takes longer to find them the right family. So, it often costs more for their care.

Here are some deserving pets who really need forever families.
Can you open your home to one of them?

If you are not in the position to adopt a pet of your own right now, why not consider SPONSORING a dog or cat? Occasionally, we have pets with special needs who require extra vet care, medications, and special food. Your SPONSORSHIP will help us give them all the special care they need as they wait for their forever family.



Please type 'Sponsor' in the Special Instructions box. Thank you!.

____________________________________________________________

THESE FEATURED PETS ARE WAITING PATIENTLY FOR THEIR FOREVER HOMES!

____________________________________________________________


Adopt Rescue Dogs and Puppies from OSCAR Animal Rescue in Sparta, NJ

Meet Lulu!

Breed: Redbone Coonhound/Labrador Retriever
Color: Brown/Chocolate
Age: Puppy
Size: Medium
Weight: 26-60 lbs when grown
Sex: Female - Spayed

Shots current
Good with dogs


Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Lulu has this awesome smile that shows you how much she is loving life. She is a sweet, happy girl that is a puppy just trying to figure out the world. Lulu loves when you talk to her and give her love. She is also good with people and other dogs. We do not know what she thinks of cats. Lulu is 10 months old and 37 pounds. Please help Lulu find the loving home she deserves.


Click this link to learn more about Lulu.

_________________________________________


Adopt Rescue Dogs and Puppies from OSCAR Animal Rescue in Sparta, NJ

Meet Lucy!

Breed: Labrador Retriever/Border Collie
Color: Black - with White
Age: Young
Size: Medium
Weight: 50-60 lbs(when grown)
Sex: Female-Spayed

Good with dogs
Shots current


Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Lucy is a bundle of energy and ready for a new home. Lucy would love a big yard and an active family. She loves to run, play and go on hikes. Lucy knows some basic commands (see video) and is very smart. She has been walking with the dog walkers who say she is a little strong on the leash because she gets excited and could use some continued training with a harness walker which she should catch on quick since she is so smart. Lucy is good with other dogs, we do not know what she thinks of cats. This friendly girl is about a year old and 55 pounds. Please help Lucy find the loving home she deserves.

Click this link to learn more about Lucy.

_________________________________________


Adopt Rescue Dogs and Puppies from OSCAR Animal Rescue in Sparta, NJ

Meet Joey Junior!

Breed: Chihuahua
Color: Tan/Yellow/Fawn - with White
Age: Young
Size: Small
Weight: 25 lbs or less (when grown)
Sex: Male
Details:
Not good with kids
Good with dogs
Neutered
Shots current


Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Joey Junior was rescued from bad living conditions. He was living mostly outside and has not been around many people and was therefore shy. After warming up in his foster home, he is now enjoying the company of other small dogs, treats, chin scratches and gentle head rubs. He enjoys sleeping in a little dog bed and happy. We do not know what he thinks of cats. Joey prefers women and is not so much a fan of men - perhaps something that must have happened in his past. Prior to arriving at OSCAR, Joey had been known to scale a chain link fence so a close eye should be kept on him when in the yard (however since he has been with his foster, there have been no issues with this at all). Joey would do best in a a home with at least one other small dog to keep him company. Joey Junior is just 4 years old and 11 pounds. Please help Joey find the loving home he deserves.

Update: Joey had tested Lyme+ and has completed his course of antibiotic. He was a champ taking his pill everyday and is feeling/acting great. Joey is ready to go home!

**Please note that we have two dogs with similar names. To avoid any confusion or delays, please refer to this dog as JOEY JUNIOR in any correspondence/applications.

Click this link to learn more about Joey Junior.


_________________________________________


Adopt Rescue Dogs and Puppies from OSCAR Animal Rescue in Sparta, NJ

Meet Mila!

Breed: Anatolian Shepherd/German Shepherd Dog
Color: Tricolor (Tan/Brown & Black & White)
Age: Young
Size: X-Large
Weight: 101 lbs or more (when grown)
Sex: Female

My details:
Good with kids
Not good with dogs
Needs experienced adopter
Shots current
Spayed


Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Mila was surrendered because she wanted to be with people rather than sheep so she wasn't a very good livestock guard dog. Mila is really just a big ham who loves belly rubs. She is tons of fun and loves people. She is very food motivated so this can be used to help do some training with her. Mila loves people and would prefer to be the only dog in the home. We do not know what she thinks of cats. Due to her size, a home with kids 8+ is preferred (she loves kids but may accidently knock some smaller ones over). This gorgeous girl is about 2-3 years old and 108 pounds of hunka hunka burning love. Please help Mila find the loving home she deserves.

Additional video of Mila: Mila Video

**Please note we currently have another dog with a similar name. Please make sure you use the spelling "MILA" on your application or correspondence to avoid any confusions.

Click this link to learn more about Mila.


_________________________________________


Adopt Rescue Dogs and Puppies from OSCAR Animal Rescue in Sparta, NJ

Meet Tucker!

Breed: Labrador Retriever/Shepherd (Unknown Type)
Color: Tan/Yellow/Fawn - with Black
Age: Puppy
Size: Medium
Weight: 26-60 lbs (when grown)
Sex: Male

My details:
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Shots current
Neutered


Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Tucker loves to sit on your lap. He is super affectionate and loves peanut butter on his treats. In the play yard, he will romp and then chill out in the grass and enjoys getting belly rubs. Tucker is good with other dogs & kids. We do not know what he thinks of cats. Tucker is about 8-9 months old and 42 pounds. Please help Tucker find the loving home he deserves.

"Ten Pack" puppies are: (girls) - Margo, Prissy, Pumpkin, Spice & Sunny. (boys) - Arlo, Buster, Lil Bit, Peco & Tucker

***You must provide a vet reference for a current or past pet you have/had.***

Click this link to learn more about Tucker.


_________________________________________


Adopt Rescue Dogs and Puppies from OSCAR Animal Rescue in Sparta, NJ

Meet Prissy!

Breed: Labrador Retriever/Retriever (Unknown Type)
Color: Black
Age: Puppy
Size: Medium
Weight: 26-60 lbs (when grown)
Sex: Female

My details:
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Shots current
Spayed


Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Prissy was part of a large litter of puppies. She loves to lie on her belly with her long back legs stretched all the way out. She is also very affectionate and loves playing with stuffed toys, especially the ones that squeak. Prissy is an amazing dog; she is smart, happy, playful and friendly. She is good with other dogs & kids. We do not know what they think of cats. Prissy is about 8-9 months old and 38 pounds. Please help Prissy find the loving home she deserves.

"Ten Pack" puppies are: (girls) - Margo, Prissy, Pumpkin, Spice & Sunny. (boys) - Arlo, Buster, Lil Bit, Peco & Tucker

***You must provide a vet reference for a current or past pet you have/had.***

Click this link to learn more about Prissy.


_________________________________________


Adopt Rescue Dogs and Puppies from OSCAR Animal Rescue in Sparta, NJ

Meet Mocha!

Breed: Chihuahua/Miniature Pinscher
Color: Brown/Chocolate
Age: Adult
Size: Small
Weight: 25 lbs or less (when grown)
Sex: Male

My details: Good with dogs
Shots current
Neutered


Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Meet Mocha. Mocha's owner surrendered him when she moved and could not take him with her. He originally came to us with his "brother" and have been in foster care, living with several other small dogs. Mocha has thrived in his foster home and has made friends with the other dogs. He loves to run around in the yard and explore with the others. He is happy, outgoing and social as well. Mocha would do best in a home with at least one other small dog in the home to keep him company. He is about 5-6 years old and 13 pounds. Please help Mocha find the loving home he deserves.

Click this link to learn more about Mocha.


_________________________________________


Adopt Rescue Dogs and Puppies from OSCAR Animal Rescue in Sparta, NJ

Meet Margo #2

Breed: Labrador Retriever/Border Collie
Color: Black - with White
Age: Puppy
Size: Medium
Weight: 26-60 lbs (when grown)
Sex: Female

My details:
Good with dogs
Shots current
Spayed


Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Margo #2 was surrendered because her owner was living in a hotel and that is no place for a puppy. Margo is all puppy. Play, play, play, eat, sleep, play more! She loves everyone and is great with other dogs. We do not know what this happy go lucky gal thinks of cats. Margo #2 is about a year old and 43 pounds. Please help Margo #2 find the loving home she deserves.

*Please note we currently have two dogs with similar names. Please refer to this dog as MARGO#2 when filling out your application or emailing to avoid any confusions or delays in processing.*

***You must provide a vet reference for a current or past pet you have/had.***

Click this link to learn more about Margo #2.


_________________________________________


Adopt Rescue Dogs and Puppies from OSCAR Animal Rescue in Sparta, NJ

Meet Peco!

Breed: Labrador Retriever/Shepherd (Unknown Type)
Color: Tan/Yellow/Fawn - with Black
Age: Puppy
Size: Medium
Weight: 26-60 lbs (when grown)
Sex: Male

My details>
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Shots current
Neutered


Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Peco was part of a litter of 10 puppies (5 girls & 5 boys) who were living in the woods. Since then they have been given lots of love, good food and necessary vetting care. They are now all happy, playful, friendly bundles of joy who are good with other dogs & kids. We do not know what they think of cats. Peco is about 8-9 months old and 42 pounds. Please help Peco find the loving home he deserves.

"Ten Pack" puppies are: (girls) - Margo, Prissy, Pumpkin, Spice & Sunny. (boys) - Arlo, Buster, Lil Bit, Peco & Tucker

***You must provide a vet reference for a current or past pet you have/had.***

Click this link to learn more about Peco.


_________________________________________


Adopt Rescue Dogs and Puppies from OSCAR Animal Rescue in Sparta, NJ

Meet Drax - The Sweetheart with a Smile!

Breed: Labrador Retriever/Treeing Walker Coonhound
Color: Black - with White
Age: Puppy
Size: Medium
Weight: 26-60 lbs (when grown)
Sex: Male

My details:
Good with dogs
Shots current
Neutered


Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Drax is a favorite of the shelter staff, and it's easy to see why. With his charming grin and soulful eyes, this loving boy has stolen the hearts of staff and volunteers alike. He's a rare gem who values affection over treats. He'd much rather lean into your chest for a hug than chase after a biscuit.

At first, Drax may be a little shy with new people and unfamiliar places. But once you've earned his trust, he'll become your loyal shadow, always close by and looking to you for comfort and guidance. Whether it's a walk in the park or an encounter with something new (like a person on a bike!), Drax looks to his trusted humans for reassurance and love.

He knows how to sit for a treat, but his favorite trick is winning you over with his heart. Playful and gentle, Drax is just as happy chasing a toy as he is curled up in your lap giving and receiving affection. One of his most endearing quirks? He won't come inside unless you open your arms to offer him a hug.

Drax has watched his siblings find their forever homes and wonders when it will be his turn. He's ready. He's affectionate. He's full of love. And he's hoping for someone to give him the chance he so deeply deserves.

If you're looking for a loyal, loving companion who will cherish every moment by your side, Drax is your guy. Come meet him and you just might find your new best friend.

Drax gets along with people and other dogs. We do not know what he thinks of cats. Drax is about a year old and 31 pounds.

Click this link to learn more about Drax.


_________________________________________


Meet these and other great pets at O.S.C.A.R.'s next Pet Adoption Event!