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Wayward Journey is a nonprofit that focuses its efforts on community based programs, many of which are in partnership with the Grass Valley Animal Control.

Wayward Journey is a nonprofit that partners with the Grass Valley Animal Control Shelter by managing their volunteer and foster programs. Wayward Journey financially supports the medical needs of shelter animals when their needs are above and beyond the shelter's budget. Learn more about the work we do at waywardjourney.org.

11/14/2026

ADOPTED!! Happy tails to Jellybean and her new family! 🏠 ❤️

11/13/2026

Where are our sports fans at?!

While supplies last, come get your pet ID tags with your favorite team on them! We also have basic pet tags available. All just for a $10 donation!

📍 Grass Valley Animal Shelter 556 Freeman Lane
⏰ Tuesday through Saturday 12-4

11/12/2026

Things have greatly improved over the years, but we can still do more to better the outcomes for cats.

Share your ideas on how we can create a better system for our feline friends!

Data: Shelter Animals Count

11/12/2026

Meet Nola—our resilient girl!

As you can see, Nola came into our shelter emaciated and not cared for. Despite her circumstance, she has been nothing but sweet to everyone who meets her. She is gaining an average of 5 lbs every week and is ready to continue her healing journey with a loving family. Nola will be a loyal and loving companion to her forever family.

Check out what her foster shared:

Nola’s really good in the house, no potty accidents, doesn’t get into anything, and plays with her toys. She knows sit, come and shake, and listens when I tell her no. She rides well in the car, eats really well, sleeps through the night, does fine passing other dogs on the trail, loves a cuddle and being brushed.

Nola is back at the shelter and ready to find her forever family who will continue her healing journey. Meet her at the Grass Valley Animal Shelter Tuesday through Saturday 12-4!

11/12/2026

Here are 3 things we are falling for this November.

1. Adopt your next companion dog or cat. Visit the Grass Valley Animal Shelter Tues-Sat 12-4 pm!

2. Prevent more unwanted dogs and cats by getting yours spayed and neutered. The Gold Country Animal Clinic offers affordable spay and neuter options.

3. Support guardians when times are tough. If we can keep families together, we try! It is why we offer a pet food pantry every Saturday at the Grass Valley Animal Shelter. We always need donations of dog and cat food, which can be dropped off at the shelter.

As a compassionate animal lover, what are you falling for this November?

11/11/2026

Part of our enrichment program is getting dogs out of the shelter and into the community. Jellybean visited Mountain Mutts and met the incredible owner, Chelsey! Of course she had to do some shopping in the store and picked out a yummy chew. Then she learned ‘paw’ and did so well even with all the distractions! Jellybean loved her day out but she’d love a home of her own even more! 🏠

11/11/2026

🇺🇸🐾 Honoring Our Veterans – Happy Veterans Day! 🐾🇺🇸
Please note that the Friends of Grass Valley Animal Control Shelter will be CLOSED tomorrow, November 11th, in honor of Veterans Day.
Today, we honor the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed for our country. We also want to recognize the four-legged heroes who have served alongside them — the military working dogs who have protected our troops, detected danger, searched for survivors, and provided comfort and companionship.
These loyal canines have made incredible sacrifices and deserve our gratitude, too. ❤️🐕
From all of us at Wayward Journey, thank you to our veterans, active-duty service members, and their canine companions for your courage, dedication, and service.
We remember. We honor. We thank you. 🇺🇸

11/10/2026

Save the date, 12/6 from 2-5! We will be hosting a holiday event at Gold Vibe with booths to shop including Mountain Mutts, delicious food, and yummy drinks! $1 from every drink sold will be donated to the animals.

Also featuring Premiere Portrait Photographer in Grass Valley, CA who will be doing family portraits! Bring your dogs along for the photos if you’d like! Three Lillies will have a few photo packages to choose from and a portion of sales is donated back to the animals. It’s a great time to get your holiday pictures done while supporting a good cause! It’s going to be a great time!

11/09/2026

Data shows that pets are statistically less likely to be reunited with their owners if brought to a shelter than if kept in their community. 😔 The best thing you can do for healthy, friendly stray pets is to try to find their owners and reunite families before bringing them to a shelter.

To support this initiative, we now have low-cost pet tags at the Grass Valley Animal Shelter. Stop by 556 Freeman Lane during open hours 12-4 Tuesday through Saturday to make a $10 pet ID tag. This helps ensure your pet will be returned to you instead of brought to a shelter. Let’s all do our part to keep animals safe and in their homes!

11/09/2026

So many adorable kittens are looking for their forever homes! ❤️ Could one of them be the perfect addition to your family?
We always recommend adopting two kittens together so they can grow up with a built-in best friend, playmate, and cuddle buddy! 🐾🐾
Come meet our adorable, available kittens at the Grass Valley Animal Shelter!
📍 556 Freeman Lane, Grass Valley
📅 Tuesday through Saturday
⏰ 12 PM – 4 PM
Come find your new furry family members. Your forever friend is waiting! ❤️

Address

556b Freeman Lane
Grass Valley, CA
95945

Website

http://Waywardjourney.org/

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