Animal Shelter Update

The Gardenia E. Janssen Animal Shelter is open from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday for all normal operations. The shelter is closed to the public on Mondays with staff onsite for animal care from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Reclaims are allowed on Monday after 10 a.m. by appointment. If you believe your lost pet may be in care, call (979) 966-0021.

The adoption fee for any dog or cat is $75 and includes: spay or neuter when, age/appropriate, age appropriate vaccines, rabies vaccine, and a microchip: a $250-$300 value.

As of Nov. 21, the total 2025 intake is 1,605: 666 dogs and 939 cats in need. There are 98 animals in care: 47 dogs and 51 cats.

The shelter is always looking for dog walkers, kitten cuddlers, laundry washers, and puppy bathers.

Statistics for thee week of Nov. 15 -21 include: Intake - 12 In care (foster) - 98 Adoptions - 9 Transfer to Rescue - 18 Return to Owner - 2 Euthanasia - 2 Stop by or visit www.janssenanimalshelter. org to see all dogs and cats eager for a family of their own to love.