An avid animal lover for the entirety of her life, Sarah always knew she wanted to open an animal rescue. When forming Fixing the Boro with cofounders Chris and Beth, they realized rescue alone was not enough for our area or for a genuine goal to lower the number of animals in need in our area. The overall goal to open a spay/neuter clinic was formed, and Fixing the Boro began to take shape as a group interested in not just helping animals in need but actually FIXING the problem of pet overpopulation at its source.

Sarah’s home is filled with adopted pups and kitties, and she has a menagerie of farm animals as well. From chickens and goats to horses and mini horses, her heart beats for the animals, and she looks forward to continuing to help our community pets for many years to come.

Janelle, originally from Minnesota, found her way to Statesboro after meeting her husband. Upon graduation from Georgia Southern with a Bachelor’s in Finance, she embraced the role of a stay-at-home mom. In 2020, a heartfelt plea for a quiet refuge for a mother dog and puppies caught her attention. Without hesitation, Janelle opened her heart and home to Gracie and her pups, the mother dog pictured above, and thus began her deep involvement with the animal rescue efforts of Fixing the Boro.

Driven by her passion for making a difference, Janelle took on the role of Foster Coordinator, immersing herself in the world of animal welfare. After about a year, her journey took a new turn as she transitioned to the clinic side of the organization, stepping into the role of “Clinic Director.”

Janelle is a devoted wife and mother of 4, whose household is a symphony of joyful chaos. With children, four dogs (Gracie, Lucy, Zoomie, and Dizmo), and a cat named George, there’s never a shortage of excitement under her roof! Adding to the excitement, Janelle readily opens her heart and home to a revolving door of foster animals.

Shelby, a proud Statesboro native who now calls Metter, GA home, shares her home with a lively bunch of fur babies—her dogs, Sully, Charlotte, Pita, and Amelia, alongside her guinea pig, Miss Scarlett, and her esteemed “kitty committee.” Since her earliest memories, Shelby has been drawn to animals of all shapes and sizes, though she readily confesses to being more of a ‘Crazy Cat Lady’ at heart!

In 2011, Shelby graduated from Ogeechee Technical College with an Associate’s Degree in Veterinary Technology. Since November 2017, she has dedicated herself as a Foster Mama with FTB, a role she cherishes deeply. The following year, she was humbled by the invitation to serve as an officer, a position she has proudly held since late summer of 2018.

In October 2023, Shelby bid farewell to her five-year tenure with the State of Georgia to embark on a full-time adventure in the crazy world of animal wellfare.

Cera grew up in a military family traveling the world. Throughout her life, she developed a passion for working hands-on with animals and volunteered at local animal shelters. From the moment that Cera began working with animals, she knew that she had found her calling to help animals. At Fixing The Boro, she’s found the perfect place to turn her dreams into reality. Outside of Fixing The Boro, Cera has 3 dogs and 3 cats of her own that she deeply adores. Cera loves to run, and hike to connect with nature, and even takes her dogs on marathons with her!

Since joining the Fixing The Boro team in 2020, Cera has dedicatedly and enthusiastically taken on the roles of Practice Manager and Spay it Forward Coordinator. Her commitment to animal health shines through in everything she does, making her a valued member of the team.

Ally Brock is a passionate animal lover whose journey began in Georgia. Growing up surrounded by dogs and horses, Ally’s affinity for animals shaped her path. She started school at Georgia Southern University in 2017 and found Fixing the Boro. She started fostering and quickly found herself using her studies in Public Relations to manage Fixing the Boro’s social media accounts. Post-graduation, Ally adopted her dog Harper from Fixing the Boro and made Atlanta her new home. She continues to help create graphics for the FTB social media accounts!

Rebecca, our Small Animal Coordinator originally from Macon, GA, has been an integral part of Fixing the Boro for three years. Her journey with us began when she fell in love with Statesboro’s tight-knit community during her college years.

Passionate about animal welfare, Rebecca finds joy in being surrounded by like-minded women who share her dedication to ensuring every animal receives the love and care they deserve. In addition to her role in animal rescue, she brings her expertise to curating our lobby merchandise, ensuring every product reflects our mission of promoting happy, healthy pets. At the heart of it all are her beloved FTB alums, Ivy and Daisy, who bring endless joy to her life. Ivy and Daisy embody the love and dedication Rebecca pours into her work every day. With a BBA in Marketing and a wealth of marketing certificates, Rebecca’s skills and passion converge to make a lasting impact on both our organization and the animals we serve.

Alexis, a Savannah native, has always held an unwavering passion for animals. From her earliest days, she’s been captivated by creatures of all shapes and sizes, never hesitating to ask her parents for yet another addition to the family, whether it be a horse, a cow, a cat, or even an elephant (it doesn’t hurt to ask, right?). But it was her beloved childhood pet poodle, Dexter,
who truly stole her heart with his love for playing dress-up and pink-painted nails.

During her college years, Alexis decided to welcome a dog of her own, Benji, sparking a deep-seated desire to make a difference in the lives of animals in need. Refusing to stop there, she extended her family once more, welcoming her second dog, Bowie, and began fostering with Fixing the Boro—an experience that transformed her life in profound ways. It was in fostering that Alexis discovered her true purpose, and she hasn’t looked back since.

Today, Alexis is an integral member of our rescue team, channeling her passion and dedication to bettering the state of animal welfare within our community. With five cherished pets of her own, including three Fixing the Boro Alumni, Alexis continues to extend her heart and home to animals in need, opening her doors to fosters and providing them with the love and care they deserve.