Joint Animal Services (JAS) ushered in the new year with a big thanks to the Thurston County community for its continued support of the regional open-admissions shelter.
JAS Executive Director Sarah Hock, reflecting on the past year in a press release dated December 26, said 2023 was a memorable year with many ups and downs, “from the massive sewer repair that shut down the shelter to the large-scale intake of over 150 cats from a hoarding case and finally having our in-house veterinary team.”
Hock acknowledged the importance of JAS volunteers, who generously dedicate their “time and compassion” to help lost and abandoned animals. The organization also expressed its appreciation of those who offer their hearts and homes to foster animals.“We are forever grateful to all the foster parents who have stepped up to help us save more lives,” JAS writes.
JAS also expressed gratitude for the many people who have adopted animals from the shelter: “We are also incredibly thankful to the wonderful individuals and families who have chosen to adopt their new furry family members. We believe rescue animals are pure love,” added Joint.
The collaborative efforts of rescue partners are also acknowledged as the “core” of the agency’s “lifesaving efforts.”
“On behalf of the Joint Animal Services Commission, staff, and residents, we cannot thank everyone enough for their dedication and love for voiceless animals. We look forward to what 2024 has in store,” they enthuse as a send-off to the eventful year.
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judyartley
They are not an open-admission shelter. I'm a senior who had to find a new home for my 58 pound dog. I delivered balance problems and couldn't risk walking her. Also she's a shepherd greyhound mix and needs a lot of exercise. I didn't have any friends or family who could take her. I was desparate and tried to get her into the shelter. I was told I couldn't bring her in until three months had passed. I told them that I was a senior with a new health problem and had to find her a home right away. They didn't care. No more donations from me to our animal shelter!
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