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Gardenia E. Janssen Animal Shelter
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Hearts of Fayette County

Stories that show the best of us

A journal shining a light on the people who make GJAS a place of hope — stories of fostering, volunteering, adoption, remembrance, and the community work that transforms the lives of cats and dogs in need.

Volunteer

Why I Volunteer at the Animal Shelter — and Why You Can Too

I may not be able to take them all home, but I can make their time at the shelter happier, calmer, and full of love.

Kim Bartos · Aug 30, 2026

Have a story to share?

Adopted from us? Fostered a bottle baby? Watched a Freedom Ride change a life? Write it below — our team reads every story, and the best ones will be published right here (we'll email you first).

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Stories are reviewed before publishing — we'll email you before anything goes live.

Every story starts with a second chance

Somewhere in our kennels, your next chapter is waiting. Come meet the animals — Tuesday through Saturday, no appointment needed.

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