Shelter Reports 863 Animals Taken In During 2026

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.

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

As of July, 31 the total 2026 intake is 863: 347 dogs and 516 cats in need. There are 124 animals in care: 57 dogs and 67 cats.

Help the shelter help them. The shelter could really use some fosters for kittens and is always looking for dog walkers, kitten cuddlers, laundry washers, and puppy bathers. You won’t regret volunteering.

Statistics for the week of July 25-31 include: Intake - 25 Adoptions - 12 Transfer to Rescue - 19 Return To Owner - 2 Euthanasia - 0 Year-to-Date intake statistics per area includes: Fayette County - 475 La Grange - 271 Schulenburg - 63 Carmine - 2 Fayetteville - 12 Round Top - 17 Ellinger - 3 Flatonia - 20