APL Knows..

that with dedication and determination, New Jersey can be a better place for animals

Our Work

Wildlife Advocacy

Hunting is the past. Currently available nonlethal wildlife science is the future. APLNJ works to resolve conflict through modern and humane solutions.

Community Cat Advocacy

APLNJ endorses Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) as the humane, effective and cost-effective method of managing community cat numbers.

Non-Animal Research

Imagine having your body left to science while you’re still using it. Learn about the plight of animals used in experimentation, product testing and research.

Compassionate Eating

All beings want to live. See the reality of animals raised for food and how you can say no to the madness.

Join our Outreach Team

If no one knows what's happening to animals, it will never change. Join us and be a part of that change. Education is key!

Bear Group Saves Bears

Join us to stop bear hunts, implement nonlethal strategies, and permanently protect bears.

Pat Summers's Blog

AnimalBeat II comes to you via APLNJ, complementing the animal advocacy work of APLNJ.

What's New / Take Action

Saving the Right Whale – Take critical action today.

Banners flying down the shore for the right whales:

NOAA & Congress: HelpRightWhalesNow.com

August 19, 2023: From Atlantic City to Belmar from ~12:30 PM

September 4, 2023: Sandy Hook to Long Branch from ~12:30 PM or 1:00 PM

2023: NEW Call to Action for Bears

Please visit our black bear advocacy page here. We have new data that shows the bear population is half what the Fish and Council claimed to get its “emergency” bear hunt. There are new talking points that you can use in your messages. The results of the black bear comment period are in. A whopping 83.7% of public comments received were opposed to the entire bear policy. Please visit our bear advocacy page and use the new data to help our beloved black bears.

New Bear Billboard

Our 2023 billboard campaign kicks off soon. We are working on a new message, which will send a strong message against the bear hunt.

Check out our NEW Online Shop

We’ve lots of choices in great, high-quality, apparel and accessories. Make a statement, spread the word, and support APLNJ’s animal work at the same time. Click here.

New Jersey Animal Cruelty Statutes

Are you familiar with New Jersey’s laws protecting animals? While we often criticize them as limited are, New Jersey ranks second of all 50 states in overall protection, according to an HSUS report. To see the ranking, click here. If you are a New Jersey resident, you should familiarize yourself with our laws. Click here for a complete list.

Are you caring for community cats?

APLNJ’s Community Cat network connects feral cat caregivers all across New Jersey. If you are in any way involved in Trap-Neuter—and Return (TNR), join our program to obtain help, connect with others in your area, find out about free cat food opportunities, be eligible for spay/neuter subsidy and more. Read all about it.