Shelter Friends

We are an all-volunteer, 501(c)3 organization dedicated to the welfare of Josephine County Animal Shelter animals. Thank you!
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Shelter Friends is dedicated to the welfare, rehabilitation and re-homing of displaced animals of Josephine County in southern Oregon. Shelter Friends depends on donations and the generosity of the public and volunteers to do the work of supporting the needs of the animals in the county animal shelter. Tax deductible donations can be mailed to and will be gratefully received at:
Shelter Friends
PO

Box 173
Grants Pass, OR 97528

*please note: because we are all volunteers, we do not have a physical office location, nor a dedicated telephone number. If you would like to get in touch with Shelter Friends, please leave us a message here and someone will respond promptly.

06/12/2026

🐾 Hot pavement can burn your dog's paws in seconds.
As temperatures rise, sidewalks, asphalt, and parking lots can become much hotter than the air around us. If it's too hot for the back of your hand to comfortably touch for 7 seconds, it's too hot for your dog's paws.
Before heading out for a walk:
☀️ Walk during cooler morning or evening hours
☀️ Stick to grass or shaded paths when possible
☀️ Watch for signs of discomfort, limping, or excessive licking of paws
☀️ Always bring water for you and your pup
A little extra caution can help keep your furry friend safe, comfortable, and ready for more adventures all summer long. 🐶❤️

06/08/2026

🐾 Pets of the Week: Meet Taki & Cassini 🐾
Shelter Friends will pay half of their adoption fees.
🧡 Taki's Story
Taki is a dapper gentleman at ~6 years old and ~86 lbs. This big boy has a real big heart with lots of love to give. He will lean into your leg for ear scratches or rear-end scratches. He loves to stay right by your side, no matter what you are doing! Taki does great on leash and doesn't pull much at all. He's met other dogs and he's met them nicely, but prefers to seek out human affection over dog affection. We are unsure of his history with kids or cats, but we are hopeful that he could do well due to his gentle demeanor!
He's fixed, vaccinated, microchipped and up to date on parasite preventatives. He is $185 to bring home, but mention this ad and Shelter Friends will pay half that fee.
🧡 Meet Cassini
Meet Cassini! This lovely lady is about 2-3 years old. She has been used to living indoors only. She has lived with kids and dogs before! Cassini is loving and curious, and readily accepts as many pets as you'll give her. Cassini is very tidy is is said to have excellent litter box manners in the home. She doesn't love to be picked up too much, but gladly will sit on your lap and loves to be pet!
I am fixed, vaccinated, microchipped and up to date on parasite preventatives. I am $95 to bring home, but mention this ad and Shelter Friends will pay half of that fee.
They are available at the Josephine County Animal Shelter.
❤ A huge thank you to Roe Motors for their continued sponsorship.
Find our Pets of the Week on 98.3 KLDR, 94.7 KRRM and KAJO - 99.7FM.
If interested, please call the shelter at (541) 474-5458. You can view more adoptable pets at www.jocoshelter.com/adoptions.
Walk-ins are welcome, however we highly recommend calling first to check on availability and location (some animals may be offsite or unavailable). Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times, especially for dogs.
The Josephine County Animal Shelter is located at 1420 Brookside Blvd across from the airport in Merlin. Hours are 10-4, Monday -Saturday.
They are closed 12:00-12:45 for lunch.
Thank you.

06/03/2026

I’d love to be your adventure buddy!! ⬇️

06/01/2026

🐾 Pets of the Week: Meet Cooper & Jasmine, a sweet senior girl 🐾
Shelter Friends will pay half of their adoption fees.
🧡 Copper's Story
Cooper is an extremely intelligent border collie mix. He is a tall and handsome 56 pounds, and is about 3 and a half years old. He is very treat motivated and has decent recall. He knows his name very well and knows sit and lay down, but prefers to be on the move. He can be a little shy with new people, and trusts quickly. He loves to explore and is learning that going on adventures is awesome! He is pretty easy to walk on leash. He previously lived with other dogs, cats and livestock and was said he did good with everyone. We would recommend older, respectful kids due to his initial shy nature. Cooper is a very sweet boy who just wants somebody to love him, could that be you?
He's fixed, vaccinated, microchipped and up to date on parasite preventatives. He is $185 to bring home, but mention this ad and Shelter Friends will pay half that fee.
🧡 Meet Jasmine
My name is Jasmine or Jazzy and I am a fixed 13 year old female! I was brought into the shelter through no fault of my own, and I'm searching for a loving comfortable home to enjoy my golden years. I have spent all my life as an indoor kitty and that's what I prefer. I am litter box trained, and I am great with kids! I prefer quieter and calmer environments, with lots of love and soft blankets to sleep on. I have had a little bump on my face for quite a few years now, and it hasn't impacted my life at all. Vet staff believes it's no cause for concern, and I don't seem to care about my beauty mark one bit! As a senior, I have slowed down somewhat and don't keep up with my grooming as much, but my favorite thing in this world is being brushed. I will love you forever if you brush me!!!! I'm such a sweet girl, really a staff favorite, and I can't wait to find my forever home.
She is fixed, vaccinated, microchipped and up to date on parasite preventatives. She is $47.50 to bring home, but mention this ad and Shelter Friends will pay half of that fee.

They are available at the Josephine County Animal Shelter.

❤ A huge thank you to Roe Motors for their continued sponsorship.
Find our Pets of the Week on 94.7 KRRM, 98.3 KLDR and KAJO - 99.7FM.

If interested, please call the shelter at (541) 474-5458. You can view more adoptable pets at www.jocoshelter.com/adoptions.
Walk-ins are welcome, however we highly recommend calling first to check on availability and location (some animals may be offsite or unavailable). Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times, especially for dogs.
The Josephine County Animal Shelter is located at 1420 Brookside Blvd across from the airport in Merlin. Hours are 10-4, Monday -Saturday.
They are closed 12:00-12:45 for lunch.
Thank you.

05/25/2026

🐾 Pets of the Week: Meet Flint & Misty 🐾
Shelter Friends will pay half of their adoption fees.
🧡 Flint's Story
Flint is a handsome fella at ~4 year old and ~90 lbs! He's a big guy with a big heart and loves to jump into your lap for love! Adventures (walks, hikes, etc) are super fun to him and would love someone just as adventurous as him! He's met other dogs and has done well with respectful dogs, but is appropriately corrective towards dogs with no manners. He lived with cats for a few months and was reported to be friendly and playful with them! We are unsure of his history with kids, but his previous owner stated he has such a sweet temperament that he believes he would do well with them. He's a loving, goofy, and attentive boy and he's looking for his new best friend, could that be you?
He is fixed, vaccinated. microchipped and up to date on parasite preventatives. He is $185 to bring home, but mention this ad and Shelter Friends will pay half that fee.
🧡 Meet Misty
Misty, here! I'm just a young girl around 1.5 years old looking for a new home. I am loving and affectionate, and assertive and confident. I am girl with a big personality! Aren't my unique markings beautiful?
My history is a bit of a mystery as I was left on someone's porch in a box. They don't know where I came from and I'm ready to start over fresh!
I'm fixed, vaccinated, microchipped and up to date on parasite preventatives. I am $95 to bring home, but mention this ad and Shelter Friends will pay half of that fee.

They are available at the Josephine County Animal Shelter.

❤ A huge thank you to Roe Motors for their continued sponsorship.
Find our Pets of the Week on 94.7, 98.3 and KAJO - 99.7FM.

If interested, please call the shelter at (541) 474-5458. You can view more adoptable pets at www.jocoshelter.com/adoptions.
Walk-ins are welcome, however we highly recommend calling first to check on availability and location (some animals may be offsite or unavailable). Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times, especially for dogs.
The Josephine County Animal Shelter is located at 1420 Brookside Blvd across from the airport in Merlin. Hours are 10-4, Monday -Saturday.
They are closed 12:00-12:45 for lunch.
Thank you.

05/21/2026

Thank you to everyone who voted in support of the Animal Control and Animal Shelter levy. Because of this community’s kindness and belief in protecting vulnerable animals, the levy has unofficially passed.
This means continued care, safety, shelter, and second chances for so many animals who have nowhere else to turn. It means support for the people working tirelessly behind the scenes every single day to protect and care for them.
To every person who shared information, volunteered, advocated, donated, and voted, thank you for standing with the animals and for believing they matter.
Josephine County, your voices made a difference!
Sincerely,
Shelter Friends 🧡

05/20/2026

Potty training a puppy can feel overwhelming at times, but you don’t have to do it alone! 🐾 Through our partnership with the Josephine County Animal Shelter, we’re proud to provide resources, tips, and support to help pet parents navigate the puppy stages with confidence while helping every pup grow into a happy, healthy companion.

Check out this resource ➡️ https://savethewhiskers.org/resources/ /90

05/18/2026

🐾 Pets of the Week: Meet Ruby & Bandit 🐾
Shelter Friends will pay half of their adoption fees.
🧡 Ruby's Story
Ruby is a gem in a world full of rocks. She's a very affectionate and smart girl at ~6 years old and ~80lbs (but she could lose a few lbs). She is a professional ball catcher and an extraordinary kiddie pool diver. Ruby loves to be doted on and told how good of a girl she is while leaning into your leg for rear-end scratches. She has the cutest face with one ear up and one ear down that is sure to bring a smile to your face. Being a matured lady, she is well-rounded; great on leash, good with other dogs, social with people, as well as treat and toy motivated. We are unsure of how she is with kids or cats. Due to her sweet and gentle demeanor, we hope that she would do well with proper introductions! She's a smart cookie who knows sit and lay down, but she could probably learn a few more tricks easily! If you're looking for a dog who is smart, motivated, full of life but also knows when it's time to settle down, Ruby could be the one for you!
She is fixed, vaccinated. microchipped and up to date on parasite preventatives. She is $185 to bring home, but mention this ad and Shelter Friends will pay half that fee.
🧡 Meet Bandit
My name is Bandit and I am an ~11 month old fixed male! I have lived as an indoor/outdoor kitty and I love to explore. I have lived with other cats before, but didn't like sharing the spotlight too much. I would do best as a solo cat. I have never lived with dogs before. I have done well with older kids, but have no experience with younger kids. I love playing with toys and getting head scratches! I'm very sweet, and love as much attention as you will give me! I love to flop over for pets. I may not grow too much more, but I'm still under a year old so I could end up being a pretty big guy! I can't wait to find a loving home to call my own. Come meet me at the shelter today and see what makes me so special!
He is fixed, vaccinated, microchipped and up to date on parasite preventatives. He is $95 to bring home, but mention this ad and Shelter Friends will pay half of that fee.

They are available at the Josephine County Animal Shelter.

❤ A huge thank you to Roe Motors for their continued sponsorship.
Find our Pets of the Week on 98.3 KLDR - The Music Leader, 94.7 KRRM - Your Brand of Country and KAJO - 99.7FM. Your Hometown Radio Station.

If interested, please call the shelter at (541) 474-5458. You can view more adoptable pets at www.jocoshelter.com/adoptions.
Walk-ins are welcome, however we highly recommend calling first to check on availability and location (some animals may be offsite or unavailable). Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times, especially for dogs.
The Josephine County Animal Shelter is located at 1420 Brookside Blvd across from the airport in Merlin. Hours are 10-4, Monday -Saturday.
They are closed 12:00-12:45 for lunch.
Thank you.

05/17/2026

Just facts. They need you to vote YES

05/16/2026

And just like that, senior Alice will be living her best life in her forever home! ⬇️🧡

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Website

http://www.savethewhiskers.org/

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