Popcorn Park Zoo

Popcorn Park Zoo is a small 7acre zoo located in Forked River, New Jersey, within Lacey Township. According to the Associated Humane Societies, the zoo is "a sanctuary for abandoned, injured, ill, exploited, abused or elderly wildlife, exotic and farm animals, and birds." The zoo has programs to educate visitors about animals and their environments and offers hundreds of rescued dogs and cats for adoption.HistoryPopcorn Park Zoo was established in 1977 as a wildlife refuge for exotic and farm animals that were abused, ill, injured, handicapped, elderly, or exploited.AttractionsPopcorn Park Zoo has over 200 animals including Bengal tigers, Siberian tigers, African lions, mountain lions, American black bears, an Arabian camel from the Rough Point estate of Doris Duke, and numerous species of monkeys, foxes, and white-tailed deer. Princess, the camel, died February 2, 2014.AttackPark animals suffered an attack in May 2003, when three teenagers, all 18 years old, killed three ducks, three emus and two rheas. The teens were arraigned and held on $50,000 bail a week later. Cymbals Eat Guitars, an American rock band, reference the attack on their 2014 track "2 Hip Soul".,

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1 Humane Way
Forked River, NJ 08731
United States
Marry

Marry is the total package—affectionate, gentle, and ready to love! This young grey tabby is as sweet as they come....

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Ace

Ace is ready to be your forever friend! Young, petite, and full of love—Ace is one special kitty. Weighing in...

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Stumpy

Stumpy is all purrs and head bumps! This 5 year old orange tabby is as sweet as they come. At...

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Peachie

Peachie is the sweetest little snack around! This 9lb orange tabby king is as lovable as they come. Found as...

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Lonnie

Lonnie is cute as a button! Stop what you're doing and come meet Lonnie! This 2 year old sweetheart has...

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Wes

Wes is a cool guy! One year old Wes is barely out of puppyhood and already on the hunt for...

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Konga

Baby do the KONGA! Three year old Konga is always on the move—whether she’s strutting her stuff on the treadmill,...

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Queen

Queen is that girl! Two year old Queen was surrendered due to landlord issues, and she's been winning hearts at...

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Vader

Presa lovers- meet Vader! 2 yrs old, 120 lbs, Presa Canario! This is the dog you're looking for! Vader's a...

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Bethy

Bethy is a sweetheart searching for her soft landing Five year old Bethy is an overbred mama who’s finally getting...

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Blossom

Beautiful Blossom needs a home! Four year old Blossom is a beauty! Surrendered by her previous owners, Blossom is looking...

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Scrappy

Scrappy the terrier is ready for his fresh start! This mighty munchkin is 7 years old, 30lbs, and full of...

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Louie

Tri-color beefcake Louie needs YOU! Beefy bro Louie is the 60lb American Bully you've been waiting for! He may have...

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Penelope

Penelope is an easygoing dog down for it all! Two year old Penelope is 80lbs of gentle girl. She's easy...

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Gina

She’s a runner, she’s a track star! Gina was found as a lost dog running at large, but luckily our...

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Toby

Toby is a tough little cookie looking for a family that gets small dogs and their 'tudes. This 3-year-old Chihuahua...

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Max

Adopt Max! Max is a cutie pie terrier mix who’s ready to find his forever home! He’s friendly with our...

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Renegade

Herrrrreeee comessss RRRRRenegade!!! This 8-month-old pup is all gas, no brakes-and he's coming in hot with nothing but good vibes...

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Opal

Opal holds our hearts in the palm of her paw. Clearly an overbred mama, all Opal wants now is the...

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Brooke

Found tied to a park bench, Brooke's story could've started sad-but she's writing her own happy chapter! About 1 year...

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Thelma

Thelma’s story starts with heartbreak—but she’s rewriting it with love. Just as the day was winding down, we found sweet...

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Jade

Jade’s ready for her soft life era! At around 4 years old, this beautiful American Bully has already lived a...

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Fenrir

Like a creature from a tale, Fenrir is legendary. This young Cane Corso mix is sweet, silly, and super friendly!...

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Maggie

Maggie is a special girl looking for a special family 5 year old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Maggie isn’t for...

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Alfa

Meet Alfa, our 2-year-old gentle giant Thought to be a mastiff-husky mix, Alfa is an 80lb goofball with an even...

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Olive

Meet Olive, the adorable little pup with a special touch! Olive found herself in our care after her owner faced...

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Billy

Billy made a comeback-gaining weight and confidence! Now all he needs is a home to be the cherry on top!...

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Ava

Go BIG or go HOME In New Jersey, we go big or go home-and that's the vibe Ava is bringing!...

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Roc

Roc is a solid, handsome dude! At 3 years old, this 90lb American Bully is starting over after being surrendered...

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Cilantro

Check Cilantro's underbite! This 5-year-old American Bully was found as a lost dog and is now at AHS Newark while...

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Hulk

HUBBA HUBBA! Our jaws literally hit the floor when we saw Hulk! This 2-year-old, 80lb hunk of a pup is...

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Mason

Mason is a 4-year-old, 50lb bundle of sweetness just waiting for his second chance While Mason likes people just fine,...

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Gianna

Gianna is a 3 month old puppy ready to leave the shelter behind! A boxer/pittie mix, we estimate Gianna to...

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Isla

Isla is the total package! At 8 years old, Isla is a mellow, affectionate pup who's mastered the art of...

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Sunflower

Meet Sunflower. This petite pittie got her name from the cheerful sunflower collar she was wearing when she was found...

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Waffle

Wiggly Waffle wants a home! Meet Waffle, the 2 year old brindle beauty with the best wiggle butt in the...

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Trina

Trina's got zoomies for dayyyys! One year old Trina is all puppy energy and pure joy! Rescued as a lost...

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Junior

The Ultimate Combo Deal: Frenchie x Pittie, 100% Good Boy!!! What do you get when you mix a French Bulldog...

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Chocolate

Chocolate is so over the situationships-she's ready for the real deal. At just 1 year old, this gentle girl has...

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King

Sure, King's got a head the size of a boulder-but have you seen those little teefers?! This 2-year-old blockhead is...

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Sheldon

Sheldon is a solid 10/10—no notes. Dog-friendly- CHECK Kid-approved (for sturdy, playful kiddos!)- CHECK Certified goofball with a heart of...

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Nida

Personal space? Nida's never heard of it-and she's not sorry! Three-year-old Nida is the ultimate cuddlebug. Rescued as a lost...

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Baby

Baby, a stunning 6 year old cookies-and-cream pittie mix with the softest eyes and the sweetest soul. Baby has clearly...

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Berkeley

Berkeley is the newest pup to steal our hearts-and seriously, just look at him. How could you not fall in...

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Milkshake

Adopters- where you at?! Milkshake was supposed to bring all the adopters to the yard... but he's still here! This...

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Margo

Love a chunky dog? Then you're going to adore Margo! This 2-year-old peach came to us as a lost dog,...

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Thor

Thor may be big in size, but he's gentle in nature! This 85-pound god of a dog may look mighty,...

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Snow

Life hack: Is life boring? Adopt a husky-you'll never be bored again Meet Snow, our young and wildly unique husky...

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Ava

Ava- 4 years old, Dog-approved &Vacuum-hater (relatable) Ava was the first to admit she was NOT thriving in the shelter....

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Bruji and Coco

Bruji & Coco: Bonded Sisters Looking for a Home Together!! These senior sweethearts found themselves in the shelter after their...

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Neo

Meet Neo – the happiest hippo on the block! Neo was recently found wandering the streets, but you'd never guess...

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Rio

Meet Rio – the freedom-seeker with a heart full of love! Rio was found wandering the streets, but his journey...

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Biscuit

Biscuit has a reputation at the shelter—he’s known as the sweetest cat ever by our vet staff, who absolutely adore...

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Papa

Meet Papa – the ultimate cheeky chonk! Recently surrendered, Papa has already stolen our hearts with his adorable looks and...

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Carlos

Carlos says adopt. We listen to Carlos. This handsome guy has been overlooked for a while, and we're not sure...

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Ellie

Ellie is a spunky sweetheart! Ellie is one of those dogs who’s just full of personality. Found as a lost...

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Twix

Sneak Preview—Don’t Tell a Soul You Saw This! Meet the newest AHS dog on the block, Twix! This 2-year-old brindle...

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Tommy

Meet Tommy – The Cool, Collected Companion You’ve Been Waiting For! Tommy is the definition of calm, cool, and collected....

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Judith

Meet Judith—aka Big Booty Judy! This 2-year-old queen has it ALL—sweetness, charm, and a little extra wiggle in her walk!...

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Dominic

Dominic—Your Hidden Gem! Somehow, Dominic keeps flying under the radar—but it’s time for this 4-year-old superstar to shine! Found as...

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Phoebe

Phoebe is ready to hit the ground running-literally! This 2-year-old shepherd mix isn't just an active pup; she's a prolific...

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Ari

Meet Your New BFF—Ari! Ari is a stunning blue mixed breed boy with a heart of 24K gold—seriously, no one...

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Joy

Joy is an adora-BULLY delight! At just 2 years old, Joy is waddling through life on her stubby little legs...

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Biscotti

Meet Biscotti – The Sweetest Rescue Ready for a Fresh Start! Biscotti’s story is heartbreaking—found abandoned in an empty home,...

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Shadow

Be Shadow's best buddy! Shepherd mix Shadow bonds easily with people and any one she meets becomes an auto-bestie! This...

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Henry

Henry is getting his first taste of freedom in a foster home, and he's loving every second of it! This...

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Stan

Stan is the Man! 1-year-old Stan dreams day and night of finding a family to love! He’s hoping for a...

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Eclipse

Total Eclipse of our hearts! Eclipse is our ruggedly handsome, floppy-eared buddy boy searching for a home! At 2 years...

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Paco

Paco loves everyone! Friendly with kids 10+ and he gets along great with other dogs! Paco is yearning to be...

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Deuce

Deuce—The One and Only! Looking for a dog with a sparkling personality? Look no further than Deuce! This 4-year-old sweetheart...

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Mazie

Behind every soulful gaze of a shelter dog is a past we'll never fully know. Mazie is one of those...

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Kyra

Kyra is an XL Bully with an XL heart! At 5 years old and 110+ lbs, Kyra is a big...

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Deuce

Double the love with Deuce! Life threw Deuce a curveball when his family faced housing difficulties, leaving this 2-year-old, boxer-looking...

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Ivory

Are you Ivory’s lucky charm? At just 1 year old, Ivory had a home, a doggy sibling, and a child...

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Darla

Darla – Your Future Best Friend Awaits! Darla’s journey to us is a mystery—found as a lost dog, we don’t...

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Lilia

Lilia – The 40lb Lovebug! Lilia may be new to the shelter, but she’s already stealing hearts left and right!...

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Thalia

Meet Thalia - Your New Ride-or-Die Bestie! Thalia's journey hasn't been the easiest-found lost and alone, likely used for breeding...

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Big Delicious

Adopt Big Delicious! Meet Big Delicious (aka Delish), a 5-year-old, 80lb American Bully built for cuddles and love! Found as...

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Johnny

Meet Johnny – The Ultimate Rockstar Pup! Johnny may have the wisdom of an old soul, but don’t be fooled—this...

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Zeus

Zeus – Jaw-Droppingly Handsome! Zeus is BIG—like BIG big. At over 100lbs, this mastiff mix is an absolute unit! But...

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Linx

Meet Linx – Your Perfect Pittie Pal! Linx is a one-year-old, black-and-white sweetheart who’s ready to steal your heart! At...

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Diamond

We can see your future, and Diamond is in it! 5 year-old Diamond has a glimmer of the future, and...

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Cinnamon

Cinnamon’s story starts in heartbreak —she was left behind in an empty apartment, confused and alone. But even after all...

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Sly

Sly didn’t get the fresh start he deserved in 2025… Can you imagine being abandoned just three days into the...

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Coconut

We’re NUTS for Coconut! Coconut is a big, goofy, fun loving 5 year old with coconuts practically rattling around in...

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Cricket

Cricket knows what love is-and she's ready to share it! Despite a rough start in life, where she lacked proper...

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Adina

Hey bestie- meet your new bestie! At 2 years old, Adina is the perfect mix of loving, adaptable, and full...

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Igor

Meet Igor – the goofball looking for his forever home! Once lost but now found (yeah, it’s a little cheesy,...

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Khloe

Khloe is a stunning 4-year-old bully mix with a playful spirit and a heart full of love. This toy enthusiast...

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Cashew

Meet Cashew, a 4 year old, 50-pound bundle of joy who made the most of our holiday toy room! This...

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Jesse

Adopt terrific dog Jesse! Jesse is a wonderful companion—she's friendly with both chill dogs and kids, making her the perfect...

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Randy

Randy is so lovable! Found as a stray, Randy quickly wrapped us around his little paw. This 2-year-old is such...

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Riley

Meet Riley, a.k.a. “King of the Jowls”! This 4 year old big-headed bully boy is the perfect mix of laid-back...

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Skylar

Skylar, from wanderer to wonder Skylar’s story starts on the streets, but this 4 year old beauty is ready to...

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Flash

Now you see him, now you don't! Stuffed animals hate to see his husky mix coming! Flash is an adorable...

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Remmington

Love off the charts! Our 6 year old pittie terrier friend Remington, with a heart as big as his smile....

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Junior

14 year old Senior cat Junior needs a home!! Junior is a distinguished gentleman currently in foster care! He’s a...

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Bonnie

Calling Cane Corso lovers Bonnie is calling your name! This extremely well trained, big hearted and massive girl is searching...

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Titan

Titan, our little weenie Young boy Titan may have a name that's strong and powerful- but inside he's just a...

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Chrissy

Take a dip with Chrissy! Chrissy is cooling off on this hot holiday weekend! Just about 4 years old, Chrissy...

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