Roof collapse at NJ animal shelter leaves 30 dogs in need of emergency foster homes
NEWARK, New Jersey (WABC) -- A roof collapse has displaced 30 dogs at the Associated Humane Societies of Newark following the weekend snowstorm.
Shelter officials say part of the roof over the rear kennels collapsed Sunday night after heavy snow from a neighboring building fell onto the structure.
No animals or staff members were injured in the incident, but the damage has left multiple dogs in need of emergency foster homes.
"We are still taking in stray dogs, lost dogs," said Olivia Gonzalez of the Associated Humane Societies of Newark. "So in this time that we are unable to house dogs in those 30 kennels, the foster support is vital to us."
The shelter is urgently seeking foster families willing to care for dogs weighing 40 pounds and over for two to four weeks. Shelter officials say supplies will be provided.
Applications to foster a furry friend are open, and while officials say they are grateful for those who have come forward, more help is still needed.
"We just ask that fosters who have submitted applications to be patient with us," Gonzalez said. "We're reviewing them as quickly and thoroughly as possible, and we will be getting back to every foster very shortly."
Those who are unable to foster but would still like to help are encouraged to donate through the shelter's Amazon wish list.
Click here for more information on fostering.
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