Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc.

Category: Animal shelter

Address: 2 Shelter Ln, Oakland, NJ 07436, USA

Phone: +12013375180

Opening hours

Sunday: 12–4PM

Monday: 12–6PM

Tuesday: 12–6PM

Wednesday: 12–6PM

Thursday: 12–6PM

Friday: 12–6PM

Saturday: 12–6PM

Reviews

Karen Levi

Sep 7, 2022

I have repeatedly and respectfully asked to be removed from RBARI's mailing list, yet I continue to get inundated with emails. It really shouldn't be this difficult to get one's name removed. It's so frustrating. I've spoken with the Director and the office numerous times.

Darya Ivanova

Aug 23, 2022

My absolute favorite shelter!! The staff are so lovely and the shelter is very clean. The animals look well cared for and had toys and everything! We were given time to interact with the kitties and the staff were knowledgeable about every one of them. Can't recommend them enough!

Hannah Ong

Aug 9, 2022

I highly recommend adopting your next guinea pig or pet from RBARI. I felt really supported throughout the adoption process and was given a lot of information on how to take care of pigs, including tips on how to pick them up from the cage and cutting their nails. Staff/volunteers were really sweet and amazing. It’s also really much better to adopt than shop for guinea pigs as the staff have great knowledge about which pigs are able to get along with each other plus these guinea pigs are typically tamer. It was a great experience.

Engineer Cat

Aug 8, 2022

RBAFI is fantastic. I was getting so discouraged contacting rescues, filling out applications and not getting any call back and then I found RBAFI and they had a beautiful 5yo dog that I was interested in adopting. I emailed them directly asking if Belle was still available to adopt instead of filling the application out first. I had a reply the next day saying yes and a link to the adoption application. I filled out the application and the next morning Heather contact me and said she got the application and thought we would be a great fit for Belle. She was very knowledgeable about Belle's situation and was able to answer all the questions I had. She even said they "cat tested" her being in my application it was noted I have two cats. She did great with her cat test and we setup a meet and greet for the next day. They stayed open late on Friday being I didn't get out of work till after they closed. When we got there Alison brought Belle out and we were in love. She is very sweet and full of love. They took good care of her while she was there and it showed. Alison was able to answer additional questions we had and also was familiar with Belle's situation. We absolute wanted to adopt her and she came home with us that night! She has been fantastic and she gets along absolutely perfect with the cats who immediately wanted to meet her when she walked in the door unlike when people they don't know come over or other dogs. I suggest if you are looing to adopt a pet check RBARI adoptable pets first. Their only goal is to give animals a chance at a good home. No ridiculously outrageously high adoption fees, no ridiculous questions, no ridiculous request like signing a paper saying they can come to your house at anytime to do a welfare check. REALLY there are rescues out there asking for that and $1,600 adoption fees. Those places are the reason why people buy dogs instead of adopting and clearly RBARI recognizes that and do their do diligence to place a dog in a good home without all that other nonsense. Thank You so much RBARI. Pictures will continue to come!

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Questions & Answers

Photos of available dogs?

Louise Pelaez | Sep 13, 2018
Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc. | Sep 13, 2019

Indeed we do!!: http://rbari.org/find-your-furever-friend/available-dogs.html

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I have a cat that lives outside my house I’m giving her shelter in my house since it’s really cold and also feeding her and making her feel comfortable.would I be able to bring her in for you guys to take her she looks around 6 months probably 1 yr

lisa melendez | Sep 13, 2019
Wendy WWilliams | Sep 13, 2019

You should call them directly

I have a large collection of sheets in good condition, do you accept these items? I know that you accept towels.

Patty Levine (Ooh! I Love That) | Sep 13, 2018
Lyn Ofrane | Sep 13, 2018

Yes

Hello. I’m looking for a low-cost agency to spay our 2years old dog. Can you recommend one? Thanks

J. Aledo | Feb 14, 2022
Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc. | Feb 14, 2022

Yes, we can suggest to you: People for Animals: 973-282-0890 / Friends of Animals: 800-321-7387 / FOCAS 201-943-4019 / or SPAY USA : 1-800-248-SPAY

We have 2 small animal carriers that our cats have out grown, would you like them? They have only been used twice.

Shawn Kane | Sep 13, 2018
Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc. | Sep 13, 2019

Yes, we could probably use them. Please call and ask for someone in the cattery at 201-337-5180

Hi what do you do to surrender a dog?

caroline salzman | Sep 13, 2018
Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc. | Sep 13, 2018

See our website regarding surrendering your dog: https://rbari.org/find-your-furever-friend/surrendering-a-pet.html

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Did Quasimodo get adopted? I friend funded him and I don't see his photo on the available dog lists. I hope he got a forever home!

Suzanne Folwell | Sep 13, 2018
Lyn Ofrane | Sep 13, 2018

Call the shelter and ask....

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We have a large collection of bath towels in good shape. Can you use them at the shelter?

Bob Fahey | Sep 13, 2018
Lyn Ofrane | Sep 13, 2018

Yes, Rbari can definitely utilize them! You can leave them outside the door on the benches if no one is available or the shelter is closed. Thanks so much for your generosity!

Are you a No Kill Shelter?

Monica Stack | Sep 13, 2018
x | Sep 13, 2018

Most definitely

I have 4 kittens. Can I bring them to your organization?

Adele Stavish | Jul 14, 2022
Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc. | Jul 14, 2022

Hello and thanks for reaching out! Please head to our website, www.rbari.org, and submit a cat surrender questionnaire. This form provides us with the information we need to determine if we are able to intake at this time.

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Can 11-13 year olds volunteer me and my brother and my moms friend would like to volunteer with parent permission we just wanna know the age ranges first :)

Jalyce L | Jan 15, 2022
Katie Quinn | Jan 15, 2022

I believe you must be 18, it's a liability thing

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Hello i have a barely used cat scratching post. would you want this? we adopted our cat from RBARI a year ago.

Christine Accetta | Jan 15, 2022
Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc. | Jan 15, 2022

Hello Christine, Thank you so very much for thinking of us and donating the cat scratching post!! We can definitely make good use of this post with all of our fabulous kitties, here in the shelter!! Have a wonderful holiday!! RBARI TEAM

unable to view what dogs are available for adoption , when i click on available dogs nothing happens, it just takes me back to the applicationsame place. How can i find the animal so i can submit . Any suggestions.

G Haux | Sep 12, 2021
Christopher Matarazzo | Sep 12, 2021

What kind of device are you using? I'm on PC and I can see the dogs with no issues here: https://rbari.org/adopt/available-dogs.html

Was the ramapo-Bergen animal refuge taking taking care of Bear, the dog tossed from a car in September? My home school student and I are interested in his welfare.

Donna Olster | Sep 12, 2021
SandiA Ashley | Sep 12, 2021

I don't know but if you give them a call I'm sure someone would be happy to let you know.

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do you guys have a Black and Tan male, Pomeranian for adoption?

cynthia c. | Sep 12, 2020
Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc. | Sep 12, 2020

Hi Cynthia, Currently, we don't have any Pomeranians available for adoption. However, please keep checking our website, www.rbari.org, as we do get new dogs often. If you see someone you're interested in, you can also fill out our adoption application on the site as well. Kind Regards, Team RBARI

Do you let 12 year old volunteer?

Amy Rosazza | Sep 12, 2020
Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc. | Sep 12, 2020

Hello! You can learn more about our volunteer program by visiting https://rbari.org/volunteer

Do you take gently used bed linens and towels as a donation

Ann Rodriguez | Sep 12, 2020
Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc. | Sep 12, 2020

Yes, we can use sheets, towels, and very thin blankets. We do not accept heavy comforters, pillows and cushions. Please feel free to drop your donations off at any time in our bins located outside the front office, or come into the office for a tax donation form for your convenience. Thank you !!

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Can one surrender a pet?

Jenn Quintana | Sep 12, 2020
Wendy WWilliams | Sep 12, 2020

Yes but call 1st

when are you open to the public?

Patricia Terrents | Sep 13, 2019
Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc. | Sep 13, 2019

Hi Patricia!, Monday Closed Tuesday 2–8PM Wednesday Closed Thursday 2–8PM Friday Closed Saturday 12–6PM Sunday 12–4PM

Do you ever hold a 'garage sale event' where the proceeds go to benefit the shelter? I have items I would like to contribute. Please let me know. Please post this info on your web site. Thank you, best regards.

Cindy Peterson | Sep 13, 2018
Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc. | Sep 13, 2019

Yes! You can bring items to the Midland Park Community Thrift Store on Mondays & first Saturday of each month from 10am-2pm. * please inform that your goods are for "RBARI #30" [Shopping Hours] : Tue - Sat 10am-4pm. [Address] : Lower Shopping Level 85 Godwin Avenue, Midland Park, NJ 07432 Thanks!

what's the minimum age for somebody to volunteer

Isabella Soreco | Sep 13, 2018
Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc. | Sep 13, 2018

Hi! This should help answer your question: https://rbari.org/volunteer/volunteering-at-rbari.html

Do u have any rabbits?

Hannah Glauber | Sep 13, 2018
Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc. | Sep 13, 2018

Thank you for asking. We do not have rabbits. We only have dogs and cats at the shelter.

My boss has taken in and been caring for 5 or so cats for 6 months now. What we would like to know is that can your organization fix them and we will continue to care for them? Please contact me so we know how to go forward.

Kathleen McGrath | Sep 13, 2018
susan finn | Sep 13, 2019

Angels for Animals, or Friends of the Animals, I believe is the name. They will give you a certificate for a major discount for fixing your animals if you use one of their local vets. I have used them before. Good luck!

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What is the best time to volunteer on a sat or sunday?

James McCoy | Sep 13, 2018
Bob Snyder | Sep 13, 2018

Open Sunday

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Do you need knitted or crocheted pet blankets

celeste ammerman | Sep 13, 2018
Gina Amesbury | Sep 13, 2018

Always

Do you have any hedgehogs

Cynthia Blackmon | Sep 13, 2017
Marlow Leon | Sep 13, 2017

They do not

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