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We are proud to report that Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter is officially a Fear Free shelter! So what exactly is Fear Free…? Fear Free is a national program that provides education to shelters, rescues, and volunteers about animals’ emotional needs. Fear Free empowers animal caregivers with strategies and techniques designed to reduce the negative emotional…

Older animals have much to offer and make some of the best companions!  Here at Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter, we believe that just as animals of all ages should have loving companions, so should people. Our Seniors Adopting Seniors Program helps place senior dogs and cats, who are 8 years of age or older, in…

What is Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease?  Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV or RHD) is a highly contagious disease caused by a calicivirus that affects rabbits. Until 2020, it had not been known to affect North American native rabbits. In February of 2021, the first cases of RHDV were positively diagnosed in Yellowstone County. The disease affects…

With rising concerns of possible pet poisonings in Yellowstone County in mind, here is a list of precautions you can take to cut down on the risk to your pet, signs of possible poisoning, and actions to take if you suspect your pet has been poisoned. How can I keep my pets safe from poisoning?…

Low-cost Spay & Neuter Services: Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter:  YVAS has several options for low-cost spays & neuters: Monthly, low-cost spay & neuter clinics – Sign-ups for these clinics usually occur on the first of the month, with the clinic occurring on a Saturday later in that same month at our Learning Center.  We release…

Do you love dog parks? We do too!  Here are some things to consider to keep your pups and others safe: Most dog owners would attest that dog parks are the #1 place to get your dog to exercise and socialize them at the same time; however, that might not be the case for your…

Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter (YVAS) is thrilled to announce the launch of its new program, Project Reunite. Beginning February 2023, YVAS will be providing free collars and ID tags for every dog and cat adopted from its facility as part of their new program called Project Reunite.  Nationally, less than 2% of lost cats and…

Thanks for looking out for the most vulnerable animals in our community!  In most cases, kittens don’t actually need to be rescued – a kitten’s best chance of survival is with her mother. First: Take a look at this flowchart, it will help you make decisions that increase kittens’ chances of thriving.  Click here for…