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​The Heartland Pet Connection has been serving the homeless animals of south central Nebraska since October 2004.  Our facility provides a safe haven for lost and surrendered pets and an opportunity for many families to find the perfect companion.  Animal control is provided by the Hastings Police Department and the Adams County Sheriff’s Department.

At the shelter, animals are cared for with compassion and kindness. The safety and health of these animals is a priority for staff and the many volunteers that work at the shelter.  Each animal receives veterinary care as well as necessary vaccinations and tests to ensure that it is in the best health before ever being put up for adoption.  It is our goal to provide the best care possible for the homeless animals that need it the most.

Our  History

The Heartland Pet Connection is owned and operated by the Hastings Animal Shelter Association, Inc., a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 2001. We are a non-profit organization, not managed by city or county government.
The concepts of changing the community’s animal shelter was originally introduced to the community as the WAGS project – Wonderful Animals – Great Space. It was born out of the compassion felt by many of Hastings area residents who wanted to improve the lives of hundreds of animals that passed through the dilapidated city animal shelter. The original WAGS Project was a grassroots effort that has expanded into a variety of avenues all carefully designed to serve the needs of people and animals in this community.

Our Mission statement

The mission of the Heartland Pet Connection is to serve as a voice for the humane treatment of all animals, and to better the connection of people to pets through education.
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Staff Members

The Heartland Pet Connection staff members care for each of the animals as if they were their own pet. All of the pets receive individual care and attention from the staff and our wonderful volunteers. Ask one of our friendly staff members to help you find your new forever friend!

Board Members

  • Pam Aanas
  • ​Lacey Gawrych
  • Jake Klabenes​​​
  • Tara McDaneld​​
  • Joe Patterson
  • Bill Primrose
  • Penny Pratt
  • Steve Stenner
  • Jackson VanSkiver

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Heartland Pet Connection
1807 West J Street

Hastings, NE 68901

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Phone

Monday  2:00-5:30PM CST
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday- Friday 
2:00-5:30PM CST
Saturday 10:00-2:00 PM CST
Sunday Closed
heartlandpetconnection@gmail.com
402-462-7387 (PETS)
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Virtual Tour
  • Contact Us
  • Farm Cat Adoption Program
  • Our Adoptable Pets
    • Adoption Process
    • Ophelia Project
    • Lonely Hearts Club Members
    • Happy Tails
    • Matchmaker Form
  • Donate
  • Volunteer Opportunties
  • News and Events
  • Tails End Gift Shop
  • Educational Opportunities