Sue, a 2-month-old Domestic Shorthair kitten, was the first cat adopted from the Burlington County Animal Shelter in 2026. The cat was brought to the shelter on Nov. 26 after being found on the side of Route 38 in Lumberton.
The Burlington County Commissioners celebrated the Burlington County Animal Shelter’s first adoptions of 2026.
The first cat was adopted on Friday, Jan. 2, when Sue, a 2-month-old Domestic Shorthair kitten, was taken home by a Burlington County family. A day later, Kai, a 9-year-old Pitbull terrier mix, was adopted by a Mount Holly family, making him the first dog adopted from the shelter this year.
Both animals experienced some hard times before arriving at the shelter.
Sue was brought to the shelter on Nov. 26 after being found on the side of Route 38 in Lumberton. Kai was surrendered to the shelter in early November after his owner passed away.
“Both these animals had a tough 2025 but are starting out the new year in new loving homes,” said Burlington County Commissioner Randy Brolo, the new liaison to the County Health Department and animal shelter. “Our most sincere thanks and best wishes go out to both families for opening their hearts and homes to these wonderful animals. We hope more families will follow in their example and consider adopting or fostering from our shelter.”
The Burlington County Animal Shelter is located at 35 Academy Drive in Westampton. Walk-in visits to the shelter are welcome on Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 3:30 p.m. and on Thursdays from noon to 6:30 p.m. Visits on Wednesdays are by appointment only.
Information and photos of the shelter’s available dogs and cats can be found online at https://www.co.burlington.nj.us/1446/Available-for-Adoption.
Adoption fees are typically $75 for dogs and $45 for cats. However, the fees are waived for any seniors over 65, military veterans and active-duty or reserve service members, and also for any law enforcement, firefighters, emergency medical service personnel or other first responders.
“Nearly 1,400 animals were adopted from the shelter last year thanks to the kindness of loving families and the devoted care provided by the shelter’s dedicated staff and volunteers,” Brolo said. “We’re hoping 2026 will feature even more happy tales, so please, if you’re thinking about adding a new pet to your family, please visit the Burlington County Animal Shelter.”
