Shelter visits
Weekend trips that feel simple
Students sign up, ride the school bus to partner shelters, and spend the day cleaning, walking, and socializing animals in a safe, organized way.
Why HADS exists
Friendly for dogs. Real for students.
HADS connects St. Johnsbury Academy Jeju students with abandoned dogs and cats at local shelters so that every visit feels intentional, calm, and meaningful.
For the animals
Dogs get more than food and water
Regular visits mean better enrichment, cleaner spaces, and more chances for shy animals to slowly trust people again.
For students
A gentle way to learn responsibility
New volunteers get guidance from experienced members and staff so that caring for dogs feels rewarding instead of overwhelming.
At the shelters
Meet some of the dogs we visit
Scroll sideways or tap the arrows to browse a few of the many friends we have met on Jeju.
Nurung
A gentle senior dog who loves slow walks, sun, and quiet attention from students.
Happy Shelter · Weekend visit
Hodu
Curious and energetic, always the first to greet the bus when volunteers arrive.
Jeju city shelter · Adoption ready
Bori
Shy at first, but slowly opens up when students sit nearby and move at her pace.
Partner shelter · Long term resident