Humane Society of Ocean City Mission Statement

The mission of the Humane Society of Ocean City, New Jersey (HSOC) is to provide a compassionate and healthy environment for the homeless animals in our care until they can be placed into permanent homes or become permanent residents of the shelter.

The HSOC strives to promote responsible pet ownership and reduce the suffering caused by pet overpopulation and animal cruelty by offering affordable spay/neuter solutions, veterinary services, animal control services, animal cruelty investigation, and humane education programs to the community.

The Humane Society of Ocean City is a private, non-profit (501)(c)(3) organization located in Ocean City, New Jersey. HSOC operates a "No-Kill" Animal Shelter, a Veterinary Medical Center, an affordable spay/neuter clinic and a humane educational center.

Since 1964, HSOC has proudly served Ocean City and surrounding communities. Our Shelter has rescued and cared for many stray and abandoned pets. HSOC strives to place its homeless residents into good, loving homes. For unwanted pets, HSOC provides them a safe, clean, and happy home in the Shelter for the rest of their precious lives.

In September 2002, HSOC opened the Woody Johnson Medical Educational Building which houses a veterinary medical center with a full time staff, spay/neuter and humane educational services. The local public is welcome to bring their pets and apply for spay or neuter appointments for affordable fees. The medical center has state-of-the-art medical equipment and is staffed by a licensed veterinarian and professional assistants. The educational center holds classes and shelter tours for children and young adults on the proper treatment and care of companion animals. The HSOC also teaches respect for all animals.

There are other ways we help pets, as you will learn by reviewing the many areas of our website. With your financial support and volunteer efforts, we can transform our hopes into realities.

We stand by our motto: "Providing the highest level of compassion and service to our animal friends!"