Bergen County SPCA

05/23/2026

05/20/2026

Good information!
If you suspect an at risk, Animal contact your local police department and ask for their humane law-enforcement officer.

☀️ Would you leave a child outside in 90° heat without shade or water?
🐕 A dog is no different.

⚖️ In New Jersey, leaving a dog outside in extreme heat without proper shade and continuous access to clean water may constitute animal cruelty under N.J.S.A. 4:22-17.2 and 4:22-17.5.

⚠️ Temperature alone is NOT the only factor.
🐾 NJ law also considers:
• Age
• Health condition
• Size
• Thickness of fur/hair
• Direct sunlight
• Hot pavement

🔥 All of these can increase the danger to a dog.

🚨 Heatstroke is a medical emergency.
🐶 Signs of heatstroke include:
• Excessive panting
• Drooling
• Vomiting
• Weakness or collapse
• Confusion
• Seizures
• Organ failure
• Death

🏠 A dog house alone is NOT enough.
🌡️ Dog houses must have proper ventilation, shade, and cooling protection. A poorly ventilated dog house can trap dangerous heat inside.

📸 If you see a dog in unsafe living conditions:
• Safely document the conditions
• Note the temperature, time, and location
• Contact local animal control or police
• If the dog appears in immediate medical distress, call 911 or emergency responders

Please message us, if nobody responds. Send us all the information, including pictures.

❤️ Dogs depend on humans for protection from the elements.

04/20/2026

Today is Volunteer Appreciation Day!
Did you know all of our members are volunteers!
They receive no compensation and are dedicated to helping, putting the welfare of animals first!
Thank you to all of our member’s

04/12/2026

Today at NO EMPTY BOWLS we were able to assist 73 individuals with free pet food. Food was supplied for almost 300 companion animals.
We thank everyone who has donated, helped and attended our fundraisers to support Bergen County SPCA and our mission! We also thank Bergen County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center for collaborating with us.
We couldn’t do what we do without all of you!
THANK YOU!
Bergen County SPCA receives no outside funding and relies on the generosity of our supporters.
If you would like to support no empty bowls, there are links on our website and how you can help. You are welcome to donate directly. Either send us a message and we can arrange pick up or you’re welcome to drop off your donation at the Bergen County animal shelter and adoption center just be sure to label it for Bergen County SPCA (no empty bowls)
www.bergenspca.org

04/12/2026

Today is National Pet Day!
Bergen County SPCA wants to celebrate all pet adopters, fosters, and owners for giving animals loving homes and providing them with proper care!

04/08/2026

04/02/2026

April is Animal Cruelty Awareness Month!
Although Bergen County SPCA no longer investigates animal cruelty and neglect we are still actively working to get it addressed and to educate people on what to look for and how to report it.
In New Jersey animal cruelty and neglect must be reported to the police department. Every police agency has a designated Humane Law Enforcement Officer.

03/20/2026

Great information!