Forms for The Canine Corner

Welcome to the Forms page of The Canine Corner, where you can find all the necessary forms to provide information and comments related to animal welfare issues in New Jersey. Whether you are looking tell us about your experiences, asking for assistance in helping a companion animal or want to volunteer your time so help stop the puppy mill pipeline or learn how you can advocate, we are here to assist you every step of the way.  

Just find your area of interested or where to provide information below.

Retail Rescue Issues - 

2025 Bad Experiences

 

Although Pixies and Paws markets itself as a rescue, records show that it has imported hundreds of puppies into New Jersey, many of which were sourced from high-volume breeders and brokers, including individuals and facilities flagged in government reports and national advocacy watchdog publications.

These animals are not strays or abandoned pets rescued from overcrowded shelters. Instead, they appear to be purpose-bred puppies, purchased in bulk and transported across state lines—then made available for “adoption” at fixed fees that closely resemble retail pet store pricing.

If you or someone you know has had a concerning experience with Pixies and Paws, we encourage you to share it with us. We cannot advocate for change without your voice and your story.

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A Quick Way to Report Animal Welfare Issues

Request for Assistance: Unresolved Animal Control or Cruelty Reports

If you’ve reported an animal control or cruelty issue and no action has been taken, please complete the form below. We’ll review your submission to see if we can assist or refer it to the appropriate authorities.

Animal Cruelty - When a person is hurting an animal.
Animal Control - When an animal is hurting another animal or person or at large, stray, etc.

Your input helps us identify patterns and advocate for enforcement.
Thank you for speaking up for animals.












While photos help everyone understand the situation, NEVER trespass on someone's private property to obtain the photos. Do the best you can. Never break the law. Two wrongs do not make a right. And never put yourself in a dangerous situation. None of us is Superman! We do, however, rely on pictures to advocate for the animals.

If you have more photos or videos, please email them to Info@TheCanineCorner.org

Just let us know you did that.












HELP US - Advocate  

ONE WAY - STOP THE PUPPY MILL PIPELINE INTO NJ 

S2511/A4051

🚨 HELP US – SUPPORT S2511/A4051
Stop the Puppy Mill Pipeline into NJ!

Too many pet store puppies—and even animals from so-called “rescues”—are sourced from out-of-state puppy mills. Pet dealers and puppy-flipping rescues are profiting by disguising retail sales as adoptions, deceiving the public while animals suffer.

S2511/A4051 will shut down the pipeline by banning the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits unless they come from legitimate shelters and rescues.

📣 Take action. Be their voice. Demand change.

BUT THERE ARE MANY WAYS TO HELP, NOT JUST WITH S2511/A4051!
















Shining a Light When It’s Needed Most in Some Animal Shelters

When Help Isn’t Enough—Some Shelters Need Oversight

Many animal shelters in New Jersey are overcrowded, understaffed, and severely under-resourced. The people working in these facilities are often stretched thin, doing everything they can to care for animals with limited funding, limited space, and little public support. These shelters deserve compassion, community involvement, and your help—whether through fostering, volunteering, donating, or advocating for more resources.

 

But not all shelters are doing the best they can.

 

There are some facilities that lack transparency, operate without adequate oversight, and fail to meet even the most basic standards of humane care. These are not just overwhelmed shelters—they are operations where systemic neglect, mismanagement, or disregard for animal welfare may be taking place behind closed doors.

 

These shelters don’t need more volunteers.
They need public accountability, regulatory scrutiny, and the courage of people willing to speak up.

 

If you believe a shelter in New Jersey is:

  • Turning away stray animals unlawfully

  • Failing to provide proper food, water, or veterinary care

  • Housing animals in unsafe or unsanitary conditions

  • Operating without required licenses or inspections

  • Mishandling funds intended for animal care

  • Ignoring public complaints or refusing to respond transparently

…then we want to hear from you.

 

⚠️ You may be the only voice those animals have.

Your concerns could help bring serious issues to light, support formal investigations, and ultimately improve conditions for the animals and communities affected.

 

📝 Submit information confidentially through our Shelter Oversight Form


📢 Together, we can shine a light where it's needed most—and hold the system accountable.





Volunteering Matters - A Variety of Areas















Stepping Up to Volunteer

Now That You’ve Stepped Up, Here’s Why You Matter

You’ve made the decision to get involved—and we hope you know just how powerful that is.

In choosing to advocate for animals, you are stepping into a role that truly changes lives. You are now part of a growing movement across New Jersey working to protect vulnerable companion animals, improve shelter conditions, strengthen enforcement, and shape policies that save lives and taxpayer dollars through humane, effective care.

Your voice, your time, and your effort matter—not just to the animals, but to the communities they live in and the future of animal welfare in our state.

How You Make a Difference

Community Involvement
Volunteer, foster, or attend local meetings. Your presence gives animals a voice in your community.

Outreach and Education
Share facts, stories, and resources. Raising awareness builds public support and drives long-term change.

Letter and Petition Writing
Contact local leaders or sign petitions to push for stronger laws, better shelters, and real accountability.

Legislative Advocacy
Stay informed on animal-related bills like S2511/A4051. Knowledge fuels effective advocacy.

Join or Start a Group
Team up with others who care. Collective efforts bring louder voices and bigger impact.

Build Partnerships
Collaborate with rescues, veterinarians, and fellow advocates. Working together strengthens the movement.

Why It All Matters

Many shelters in New Jersey are doing incredible work with limited resources. They need our support.
But some facilities lack transparency, turn away stray animals unlawfully, and fail both the animals and the public. These places don’t need more volunteers—they need oversight, public pressure, and reform.

That’s where you come in.
You help shine the light.
You help government work better—more humanely and more efficiently.
You are the change vulnerable animals are counting on.

Let’s Keep Going—Together

You’ve taken the first step. Let’s take the next one.

Visit our Forms & Action Hub to report concerns, volunteer, or advocate for animals across New Jersey.
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've grown through unwavering dedication and a commitment to continuous improvement. Each step has reinforced our core belief in the power of collaboration and the importance of integrity. We're passionate about what we do, and we're excited to share our story with you.

What Are Backyard Breeders? 

Backyard breeders are individuals who breed animals—typically dogs or cats—without proper knowledge, standards, or oversight. Their operations are often informal, unregulated, and motivated by profit rather than the health or welfare of the animals.

The Impact on Communities

  • Higher stray and surrender rates

  • Greater burden on shelters and animal control

  • Increased complaints and public frustration

  • More animals at risk of euthanasia

How You Can Advocate in Your Community

  1. Learn the Law

    • Review your town’s current ordinances on animal breeding, kennel licensing, and pet sales.

  2. Identify the Problem

    • Are there known backyard breeders in your area? Are animals being sold online or in parking lots?

  3. Build Local Support

    • Connect with neighbors, rescue groups, veterinarians, and shelter staff.

    • Share facts and explain the local impact.

  4. Propose a Local Ordinance

    • Consider model legislation that limits unlicensed breeding or requires breeder permits.

    • Require spay/neuter policies and inspections for multiple litters.

  5. Engage with Local Officials

    • Attend town council meetings.

    • Provide public comment.

    • Request a formal review or introduce a proposed ordinance.

  6. Report Concerns

    • If you suspect illegal or unethical breeding, report it to local animal control or health departments.

Need Help Getting Started?

We can assist with:

  • Drafting ordinance language

  • Connecting you to other advocates

  • Reviewing local laws and proposing improvements

  • Supporting public awareness and education

Contact us to learn more or to take the first step in your town.

Together, we can protect animals, ease the burden on shelters, and promote responsible breeding and adoption practices across New Jersey.