Shelter Caring For Over 100 Animals

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 Monday 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 to confirm and learn requirements for reclaim.

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. 7, the total intake is 1567: 640 dogs and 927 cats in need. There are 116 animals in care: 47 dogs and 69 cats.

The shelter is always looking for dog walkers, kitten cuddlers, laundry washers, and puppy bathers. You won’t regret volunteering.

Stop by or visit www.janssenanimalshelter. org to see all dogs and cats eager for a family of their own to love.

Statistics for the week of Oct. 25-Nov. 7 include: Intake: 62 Adoptions: 41 Transferred to Rescue: 41 Return to Owner: 5 Humane Euthanasia: 2