Improvise. Adapt. Overcome.
After careful consideration, Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter has made the difficult decision not to return to our former building and will be ending our lease agreement with the City of Billings. This decision wasn’t made lightly, but the events of September 10th and the serious safety concerns that followed left us with no path forward in that facility. Our top priority remains protecting our staff, volunteers, and the animals entrusted to our care.
While saying goodbye to our longtime home is heartbreaking, this is also a moment of new beginnings. We’re still here for the animals — just spread out across three temporary locations while we fundraise for a safe, permanent shelter.
Animal Care & Adoptions: Lionheart Cannabis (temporary housing for strays and adoptable pets)
Medical Procedures: YVAS Learning Center on Grand Avenue
Storage & Supplies: Warehouse in Worden, MTOur mission hasn’t changed — only our address. We remain committed to providing compassionate care and second chances for every animal who comes through our doors. As we continue to care for animals and serve our community, we’ll also move forward with plans to build a new shelter — one that truly reflects the strength, compassion, and heart of Billings.
Right now, we need your help to make that possible. Over the next month, we must move every piece of equipment and furniture from the old building — kennels, sheds, lockers, and more.
We’re looking for trailers, trucks, flatbeds, and helping hands.If you can lend a hand or a haul, please contact Izzy at [email protected] or 406-294-7387.
Our mailing address during this transition is:P.O. Box 20920, Billings, MT 59104
Thank you for standing with us through change, challenge, and new beginnings. Together, we’ll continue to improvise, adapt, and rebuild — just like we always have. 