UPDATE: Police Address Rumors in Dog Death Cases in Keansburg

According to the Keansburg Police Dept, two dogs have died since Oct. 6 from ingesting a toxic substance. They say rumors that more have died are untrue.

Keansburg Police and Monmouth County SPCA Police Chief Victor "Buddy" Amato are investigating the deaths of two dogs -- one that died of ingesting anti-freeze and another that died from ingesting an undetermined toxic substance. A healthy family pet that lived in a house near East Church Street died on Oct. 6 within 24 hours after ingesting what the veterinarian believed to have been anti-freeze. The death of the Jack Russell terrier was reported to Keansburg Police and Amato by a veterinarian about three days ago. Yesterday, Keansburg Police received a report that another dog passed away and that the dog had also possibly ingested something toxic, said Keansburg Deputy Chief Michael Pigott.  "We couldn't determine that, but we are looking…

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Patch Pets: Meet Ella and Kiki

The Monmouth County SPCA has a large selection of pets at their Eatontown and Freehold Raceway Mall shelters waiting to be adopted

The Monmouth County SPCA has many animals looking for forever homes. Ella is a 10-month-old boxer/terrier mix described as happy and outgoing. She loves showing affection and gets along with other dogs. Although Ella is deaf, she does respond to hand signals and will adapt to your household and family activities. Kiki has been at the SPCA for a year with her son after being transferred from an overcrowded shelter elsewhere. She's a gentle, friendly and loving cat who is great with people as well as other cats and dogs. Call the Homeward Bound Adoption Center at 732-542-5962 for more information. Adopters can also choose to e-mail their new, direct adoption e-mail.  The Monmouth County SPCA has a location at 260 Wall St., Eatontown, which …

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Patch Pets: Meet Archie and Noah

The Monmouth County SPCA has a big selection of pets at their Eatontown and Freehold Raceway Mall shelters waiting to be adopted.

The Monmouth County SPCA has many animals looking for forever homes. Archie, a 1-year-old wirehaired terrier, loves being with people, playing with toys, taking a nice walk and cuddling in laps. Noah is a fun-loving 4-year-old cat who came to the SPCA because his former owner had a cat allergy. Noah loves attention — his ideal afternoon is sitting beside someone on the couch and having a snack. Call the Homeward Bound Adoption Center at 732-542-5962 for more information. Adopters can also choose to e-mail their new, direct adoption e-mail.  The Monmouth County SPCA has a location at 260 Wall St., Eatontown, which is open 1 to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday and noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Their new location at the Freehold Raceway Mall, …

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Patch Pets: Meet Tony and Stevie

The Monmouth County SPCA has a big selection of pets at their Eatontown and Freehold Raceway Mall shelters waiting to be adopted.

The Monmouth County SPCA has many animals looking for forever homes. Call the Homeward Bound Adoption Center at 732-542-5962 for more information. Adopters can also choose to e-mail their new, direct adoption e-mail.  The Monmouth County SPCA has a location at 260 Wall St., Eatontown, which is open Monday through Friday 1 to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday noon to 5 p.m. Their new location at the Freehold Raceway Mall, 3710 Route 9, is open Thursday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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iPlay America to Host SPCA Fur Ball

Tickets are $150 and all proceeds go to the Monmouth County SPCA.

The Monmouth County SPCA will be the beneficiary of a fundraiser hosted by a local amusement park this weekend. iPlay America, an indoor theme park in Freehold, will host the annual Monmouth County SPCA Fur Ball at its Encore Event Center on Saturday, April 21 at 6 p.m. “We’re very excited to be hosting the SPCA’s Fur Ball,” said iPlay America President and CEO Robert McDaid. “Our management and staff have a strong affinity to dogs and cats and this is going to be a fun event for all involved." For $150, guests can enjoy fine dining, an open bar, an auction and live music by Brian Kirk and the Jirks. Guests will also have the opportunity to enjoy iPlay America's rides, boardwalk-style games laser tag, bumper cars, bowling, a 4D motion …

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Get Out: Nosferatu, Chili Cook-Off, Spooktacular

Find out where the fun is at in Monmouth County this weekend.

When & where:  Saturday, Oct. 28 at 11 a.m. at Monmouth County Library Headquarters in Manalapan Why you should go: Get into the spirit of Halloween with a showing of the classic 1922 silent film Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror. New York City Museum of Modern Art Senior Piano Accompanist Stuart Oderman will provide a musical voice to the film with his piano playing. What does it cost: Free When & where:  Sunday, Oct. 30 from noon to 5 p.m. at Monmouth County SPCA Homeward Bound Adoption Center, 260 Wall St. in Eatontown Why you should go: The week-long Monmouth County SPCA Empty the Shelter Adoptathon will culminate with a celebration on Sunday with The Wag Band, Camp Bow Wow, Purr n Pooch, 2 Dogs Design, and Underdogs. Potential pet …

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Patch Pets: Meet Bella and Twizzler

Pets available for adoption from the Monmouth County SPCA

From the Monmouth County SPCA: Bella is a beautiful six-year old girl. She is a calm, loving dog who knows “sit” and “paw." Bella would much rather give kisses and be petted than play with toys, but she does play with some! We know that Bella had a less-than-happy past life; we’d love to see her with a wonderful new family soon! She enjoys going for rides in the car. Please call the Homeward Bound Adoption Center at 732-542-5962 for more information. Adopters can also choose to email our new, direct adoption email at: adoptions@monmouthcountyspca.org.   Twizzler is a sweet seven-year old girl who enjoys playing with mice that rattle and loves her scratching post.  She likes being petted, but sometimes would rather just be alone.  She …

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