Animal Shelter Faces Critical Week With 19 New Intakes

As of Feb. 13, the total 2026 intake for the Gardenia E. Janssen Animal Shelter is 132: 75 dogs and 57 cats in need. There are 87 animals in care: 50 dogs and 37 cats.

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

Statistics for the week of Feb. 7-13 include: Intake - 19 Adoptions - 12 Transfer to Rescue - 5 Return To Owner - 1 Euthanasia - 1 The animal shelter is open 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday for all normal operations. The shelter is closed to the public with staff onsite for animal care from 8 a.m. 4 p.m. on Monday. 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 to confirm and learn requirements for reclaim.

The adoption fee for any dog or cat is $80 and includes: spay or neuter when age/appropriate, age-appropriate vaccines while in care, rabies vaccine, and a microchip: a $250 - $300 value.