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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!.

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THESE FEATURED PETS ARE WAITING PATIENTLY FOR THEIR FOREVER HOMES!

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

Meet Rylo!

Breed: Labrador Retriever/Australian Shepherd
Color: Black
Age: Young
Size: Medium
Weight: 26-60 lbs (when grown)
Sex: Male - Neutered

Good with dogs
Not good with cats
Shots current
Housetrained


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

"Rylo was surrendered because his owner did not have time for him and he was mostly left in a crate. This beautiful boy is so very smart. He knows sit and lay down on command and does pretty well on leash. Rylo likes to greet you by standing up on his rear legs to say hi. Because of this he would do best in a home without young/small kids so he doesn't accidently knock them down. Rylo is great with other dogs but likes to chase cats for fun. Rylo is about 1-2 years old and weighs about 55 pounds. Please help Rylo find the loving home he deserves."


Click this link to learn more about Rylo.

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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.


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

Meet Jingle!

Breed: Beagle/Rat Terrier
Color: White - with Gray or Silver
Age: Adult
Size: Medium
Weight: 45 lbs (when grown)
Sex: Male- Neutered

NOT good with Kids.
Good with dogs
Shots current


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

It's Jingle all the way! This boy has been dubbed the Mayor of OSCAR since he loves to visit everyone. He loves the other dogs and being out in the play yard and visiting with everyone. We do not know what he thinks of cats. He does know basic commands,walks well on a leash and rolls over for belly rubs.

Jingle was an owner surrender after 6 years for becoming "aggressive" with the husband & wife. At the shelter, Jingle has been very sweet, friendly, silly, affectionate, playful - with no issues at all with any of the staff or volunteers - male or female - so we have not figured out why the family surrendered him. And, although he has lived with children for 6 years, he would do best in a quiet yet active (walks, playful, etc) home without kids running around or lots of people coming in and out for parties, etc. Jingle is about 8 years old and 45 pounds. Please help Jingle find the loving home he is looking for live out his golden years.


Click this link to learn more about Jingle.


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

Meet Shaggy #2!

Breed: Miniature Poodle/Bichon Frise
Color: White
Age: Senior
Size: Medium
Weight: 26-60 lbs
Sex: Male-Neutered

Good with dogs
Good with cats
Shots current
Housetrained

My Personality: Affectionate, Food-motivated, Gentle, Playful, Quiet, Snuggly


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

Shaggy #2 is an affectionate, friendly, gentle, and playful senior dog! This happy boy is a snuggle bug who enjoys spending his days lounging around, going on nice walks, playing with his favourite toys, and eating frozen food-stuffed Kongs. Despite his cataracts, Shaggy gets around just fine, walks on stairs and can jump on couches and beds with minor assistance. He is crate-trained but prefers to spend his time with his people or his foster dog siblings. He even gets along with cats! Shaggy is housebroken, uses a pee pad, and is crate-trained. He already knows basic commands like "sit" and "shake" and can be left free in the house as he doesn't destroy things. He is also very food-motivated and always comes running when he hears the sound of a treat! At 11 years old, Shaggy is an easy-going and low-maintenance senior dog who is just looking for a loving home where he can spend his golden years. He has so much love and affection to give and will provide endless snuggles and companionship. If you think you can give Shaggy the loving home he deserves, please submit an adoption application today. Let's find this sweet boy his forever home!

Update: Our vet has determined Shaggy has food allergies and is doing great on a prescription diet which has been helping with his skin and fur allergies/sensitivity. He is itching much less. He is currently getting monthly cytopoint shots while his skin is healing. Shaggy also was seen by an eye specialist and it was determined that, although he would be able to undergo anesthesia, he has an additional eye issue that would keep him from having successful cataract procedure.

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

Click this link to learn more about Shaggy #2


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

Meet Kelly!

Breed: English Pointer/Beagle
Color: White - with Red, Golden, Orange or Chestnut
Age: Adult
Size: Small
Weight: 25 lbs
Sex: Female-Spayed

Shots current


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

Kelly is on the timid side but is a very sweet dog. Whoever adopts her will have to give her time to come out of her shell. It will probably take a couple weeks before she feels comfortable. In the beginning she will most likely try to avoid the people in the home. Kelley also appears to be more comfortable with women in the beginning than men. Because of her shyness, Kelly should be in a home with older children (15+).

Kelly was surrendered when she got into an altercation with another female dog in the home and the owner got bit when she tried to separate the dogs. It was the only time Kelly has bitten and it was not because she meant to bite the owner. Because of this, Kelly should only be in a home with another male dog or be an only dog.

Kelly has been evaluated by an experienced dog trainer who feels that if Kelly "goes into the right environment and is given enough time to come out of her shell and bond with her new owners, I think she will do very well. She did not display any aggression when she was being evaluated, she only appeared shy with someone she had never met before. She was very sweet and loving to the person that brought her in, which shows that she will make strong bonds with the people she knows and is a very sweet dog once that bond is made."

Outside of the noisy shelter and in the play yard, Kelly is much more relaxed and is very affectionate. She loves attention and being pet. Kelly is about 34 pounds and 5 years old. Give Kelly a second chance and help her find the loving home she deserves.

Click this link to learn more about Kelly


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

Meet Ace!

Breed: Labrador Retriever/Shepherd (Unknown Type)
Color: Black - with White
Age: Young
Size: Medium
Weight: 26-60 lbs(when grown)
Sex: Male-Neutered

Good with kids
Good with dogs
Shots current


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

"What a happy boy! Ace is super friendly and loves people of all ages. He also gets along with other dogs but we do not know what he thinks about cats. Ace walks pretty well on a leash; he is excited the first 2 minutes and settles down. Ace also enjoys playing with sticks and stuffed animals and romping in the yard. He will play fetch with a squeaky toy and knows sit before you throw the toy. He also knows sit before he gets his food. Ace also loves to ride in the car. He would do best with an active family and a yard to play in. This handsome boy is about 2 years old and 58 pounds. Please help Ace find the forever home that he deserves."

Update: Ace was treated for Lyme & Anaplasmosis. He has finished his treatment and feeling great. This boy is full of joy and ready to go home with you!


Click this link to learn more about Ace.


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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.


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