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My basic info
Breed
Mixed Breed (Large)
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn
Age
Adult
Size
–
Weight
–
Sex
Female
Pet ID
29542
My details
Spayed / Neutered
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Name: Athena Age: 2-3 years old Breed: Mixed breed Gender: spayed female Current Weight: Estimated weight when grown: full grown House broke: Unknown Good with Dogs: Unknown (came in with other dogs) Good with Cats: Unknown Good with Children: Unknown Heartworm Test: negative Adoption Fee: $100 Misc. Information: Athena was surrendered to the shelter after her owner left her behind with a family member. She is a very sweet girl who is more than ready to find a forever family of her own. She has been introduced to a staff members dog and though she wasn't overly thrilled about him being around she didn't seem to care as long as he wasn't in her bubble. She will need slow and controlled introductions to new dogs once in a new home. She has been in the shelter for several months and ideally giving her a room to herself with a space that is just for her would be best. This will help her to decompress and feel safe from all the day in and out stress and excitement that she has been through while in the shelter. Please give her time to adjust and settle in, this could takes several weeks to months. She is a GREAT dog who just needs someone to give her a chance. Athena does appear to have some possible arthritis in the rear legs that gets aggravated when she does strenuous activities like running. This will need to be monitored as she gets older, and can be helped with joint supplements. The shelter provides a 5-day health guarantee for adopted animals. This includes health conditions not present or known about by the shelter at the of adoption, which adopter becomes aware of within 5 days. Injuries or accidents that occur at the adopter's home are not covered. The shelter is not responsible for incurred costs from local veterinarians due to non-compliance. ALL adoptions are final! Animals can be returned to the shelter for any reason, however, there are NO refunds or exchanges.
Name: Athena Age: 2-3 years old Breed: Mixed breed Gender: spayed female Current Weight: Estimated weight when grown: full grown House broke: Unknown Good with Dogs: Unknown (came in with other dogs) Good with Cats: Unknown Good with Children: Unknown Heartworm Test: negative Adoption Fee: $100 Misc. Information: Athena was surrendered to the shelter after her owner left her behind with a family member. She is a very sweet girl who is more than ready to find a forever family of her own. She has been introduced to a staff members dog and though she wasn't overly thrilled about him being around she didn't seem to care as long as he wasn't in her bubble. She will need slow and controlled introductions to new dogs once in a new home. She has been in the shelter for several months and ideally giving her a room to herself with a space that is just for her would be best. This will help her to decompress and feel safe from all the day in and out stress and excitement that she has been through while in the shelter. Please give her time to adjust and settle in, this could takes several weeks to months. She is a GREAT dog who just needs someone to give her a chance. Athena does appear to have some possible arthritis in the rear legs that gets aggravated when she does strenuous activities like running. This will need to be monitored as she gets older, and can be helped with joint supplements. The shelter provides a 5-day health guarantee for adopted animals. This includes health conditions not present or known about by the shelter at the of adoption, which adopter becomes aware of within 5 days. Injuries or accidents that occur at the adopter's home are not covered. The shelter is not responsible for incurred costs from local veterinarians due to non-compliance. ALL adoptions are final! Animals can be returned to the shelter for any reason, however, there are NO refunds or exchanges.
So, what is an open adoption policy …..
Here at Jefferson City Animal Shelter we take an Adopters Welcome approach to pet adoption. That means...no long application process, no judgement and in many cases you can take the pet home the same day!
Did you know that the Humane Society of the United States, The Shelter Project, Maddie’s Fund and ASPCA are just a few of animal advocate groups currently supporting the “open adoption” process.
So, what does an open adoption policy mean for the animals…..
It means: Reducing the length of stay for the pet, in a stressful environment. Which in turn, opens up much needed space for more unwanted pets to be helped.
Did you know that Open Adoption policies are premised on data and studies that prove that returns do not increase when adoption restrictions are lifted.1
According to The Humane Society of the United States research shows that marketing techniques like same day adoptions, pets as gifts, reduced adoption fees and other adoption gimmicks have NO NEGATIVE effect on the care and love animals receive once they’re in their new home. And getting pets home as soon as possible actually protects them from stress and illness, even euthanasia.1
So if you are considering a new pet ...stop by the Jefferson City Animal Shelter we have awesome companion animals just waiting for a Happy Beginning.
Adoption fees:
$125 for puppies up to 5 months old.
$100 for dogs older than 5 months old.
$75 for kittens up to 5 months old.
$50 for cats older than 5 months old.
$30 for rabbits.
$15 for guinea pigs.
We accept cash, check (local), Visa, MasterCard and Discover.
Adoption fees include: spay/neuter surgery, Heartworm Test, Felv/Fiv test (cats), 1st set of annual boosters, rabies vaccination, deworming, 1 month flea/tick prevention, 1 month Heartworm Prevention (dogs) and Avid microchip. We want you and your new pet to be a success story so we are always available to answer your questions.
We have an Open Adoption Policy.
So, what is an open adoption policy …..
Here at Jefferson City Animal Shelter we take an Adopters Welcome approach to pet adoption. That means...no long application process, no judgement and in many cases you can take the pet home the same day!
Did you know that the Humane Society of the United States, The Shelter Project, Maddie’s Fund and ASPCA are just a few of animal advocate groups currently supporting the “open adoption” process.
So, what does an open adoption policy mean for the animals…..
It means: Reducing the length of stay for the pet, in a stressful environment. Which in turn, opens up much needed space for more unwanted pets to be helped.
Did you know that Open Adoption policies are premised on data and studies that prove that returns do not increase when adoption restrictions are lifted.1
According to The Humane Society of the United States research shows that marketing techniques like same day adoptions, pets as gifts, reduced adoption fees and other adoption gimmicks have NO NEGATIVE effect on the care and love animals receive once they’re in their new home. And getting pets home as soon as possible actually protects them from stress and illness, even euthanasia.1
So if you are considering a new pet ...stop by the Jefferson City Animal Shelter we have awesome companion animals just waiting for a Happy Beginning.
Adoption fees:
$125 for puppies up to 5 months old.
$100 for dogs older than 5 months old.
$75 for kittens up to 5 months old.
$50 for cats older than 5 months old.
$30 for rabbits.
$15 for guinea pigs.
We accept cash, check (local), Visa, MasterCard and Discover.
Adoption fees include: spay/neuter surgery, Heartworm Test, Felv/Fiv test (cats), 1st set of annual boosters, rabies vaccination, deworming, 1 month flea/tick prevention, 1 month Heartworm Prevention (dogs) and Avid microchip. We want you and your new pet to be a success story so we are always available to answer your questions.
2308 HydePark Rd
Jefferson City, MO
573-634-6429
Hours: Monday - Friday Noon - 5:30 PM.
Closed Saturdays and Sundays
2308 HydePark Rd
Jefferson City, MO
573-634-6429
Hours: Monday - Friday Noon - 5:30 PM.
Closed Saturdays and Sundays
More about this shelter
Our Purpose
Animal Control is responsible for maintaining and operating the Jefferson City Animal Shelter, as well as aiding the public with animal disturbances and nuisances.
What We Do
- rescuing stray animals within the limits of Jefferson City.
- removing wildlife from living spaces in homes and work areas.
- investigating animal abuse calls.
- reporting bite incidents.
- taking necessary action when citizens do not comply with City animal ordinances.
- collecting dead animals, both road kill and euthanized at local veterinarian offices.
- investigating unclean yard complaints.
- investigating barking complaints.
- corralling loose livestock.
- collecting injured animals.
- assisting police with animals while they are serving warrants.
- investigating abandoned animal reports.
- informing the public of city and county ordinances.
Contact Information
Open Monday through Saturday from 12 pm to 4:30 pm for adoptions.
Animal Control is located with-in and available Monday through Saturday from 8 to 4:30.
Jefferson City Animal Shelter
2308 Hyde Park Road Jefferson City, MO 65109
Phone: (573) 634-6429
Fax: (573) 659-8209
For after hours animal control emergencies please call (573) 634-6429.
Our Purpose
Animal Control is responsible for maintaining and operating the Jefferson City Animal Shelter, as well as aiding the public with animal disturbances and nuisances.
What We Do
- rescuing stray animals within the limits of Jefferson City.
- removing wildlife from living spaces in homes and work areas.
- investigating animal abuse calls.
- reporting bite incidents.
- taking necessary action when citizens do not comply with City animal ordinances.
- collecting dead animals, both road kill and euthanized at local veterinarian offices.
- investigating unclean yard complaints.
- investigating barking complaints.
- corralling loose livestock.
- collecting injured animals.
- assisting police with animals while they are serving warrants.
- investigating abandoned animal reports.
- informing the public of city and county ordinances.
Contact Information
Open Monday through Saturday from 12 pm to 4:30 pm for adoptions.
Animal Control is located with-in and available Monday through Saturday from 8 to 4:30.
Jefferson City Animal Shelter
2308 Hyde Park Road Jefferson City, MO 65109
Phone: (573) 634-6429
Fax: (573) 659-8209
For after hours animal control emergencies please call (573) 634-6429.
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