Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter

Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter is a non-profit organization dedicated to building a community where every animal is cared for.

Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter (YVAS) is the largest-volume shelter in Montana; caring for thousands of lost & transitioning animals every year. We have made many changes over the years, ever-evolving to provide the best care for animals and the people of the Billings community. Our current shelter programs include reuniting lost pets with their owners, adoption, foster care, volunteer, outreac

h & education, low-cost spay & neuter clinics, and our life-saving Working Cat Program. For more information about the shelter, please visit our website at www.yvas.org.

🎉🐾 Barkitecture! 🐾🎉Final Post!With so many guests, auctions, and activities, an event like Barkitecture wouldn’t be comp...
06/19/2026

🎉🐾 Barkitecture! 🐾🎉

Final Post!

With so many guests, auctions, and activities, an event like Barkitecture wouldn’t be complete without some seriously good food—and our community did not disappoint! 🍽️💛

A huge thank you to:
🍴 Club Lux
🍴 Scratch Kitchen
🍴 Shamrock Foods

From fueling our guests to keeping everyone going through a full night of fun, you all went above and beyond. And yes… that mac ’n’ cheese was absolutely legendary. 🧀🔥

We are so grateful for the generosity, time, and delicious support that helped make Barkitecture such a success. 💛🐾

☀️🐾 It is OFFICIALLY summer vacation! 🐾☀️We’re packed, prepped, and ready for all of this summer’s adventures… but you k...
06/19/2026

☀️🐾 It is OFFICIALLY summer vacation! 🐾☀️

We’re packed, prepped, and ready for all of this summer’s adventures… but you know what might be missing? A new rescued best friend to tag along! 🐶🏕️🌊

From June 19th–22nd, we’re holding adoption promotion to help our furry friends trade kennel life for summer vacay vibes. All adult animals are $10!💚

Whether you’re looking for a hiking buddy, road trip copilot, lake-day sidekick, or professional couch lounger, we’ve got someone ready to join your crew. 🐱🚗☀️

Come down, meet your match, and splash into adoption this summer! 🌴🐾

06/18/2026

💚🐾 Sweet Max has been waiting for over 70 DAYS in foster care! 🐾💚

This handsome boy is more than ready to find his forever family. Max is the perfect mix of adventure buddy and couch companion. Whether he's exploring the great outdoors, relaxing at home, or splashing around in the water (one of his favorite things!), he's happiest when he's spending time with his people. 🌊🏕️🛋️

Even better? Max has shown that he does exceptionally well with other dogs and would likely love having a canine friend to share his adventures with. 🐶💛

After more than 70 days of waiting, we know there's a family out there that's perfect for him.
Click the link below to learn more about Max and schedule a meet-and-greet with him and his foster family today! 🏡✨🐾

https://yvas.org/directory/pet/max-23

🎉🐾 Barkitecture! 🐾🎉Post 5/6Of course, a successful event doesn’t happen without incredible entertainment—and this year w...
06/18/2026

🎉🐾 Barkitecture! 🐾🎉

Post 5/6

Of course, a successful event doesn’t happen without incredible entertainment—and this year was no exception! 💛

We are beyond thankful to for capturing the night through photography, preserving these special moments in our fundraising journey so we can look back on them for years to come. 📸✨

A huge shoutout to Alex Nauman and friends, who brought the energy with an upbeat, lively sound that kept the entire evening full of excitement and good vibes. 🎶🐶 And thank you as well to everyone who supported sound and production behind the scenes—you helped make everything run seamlessly!

This event truly came alive because of the talented, generous, and creative people who gave their time and skills to support the animals in our care. 💛🐾

Let’s hear it for the artists, musicians, and behind-the-scenes magic makers who made Barkitecture unforgettable! 👏🎉

🎉🐾 Barkitecture 🐾🎉Post 4/6Who are we kidding—you can’t have a successful event without the incredible guests who show up...
06/17/2026

🎉🐾 Barkitecture 🐾🎉

Post 4/6

Who are we kidding—you can’t have a successful event without the incredible guests who show up and make it happen! 💛

From longtime shelter supporters to new faces just joining the journey toward our future building, everyone who came together in May made a meaningful impact on our mission. 🏡✨

We are so grateful to have a community that is deeply passionate about animal welfare and willing to show up, support, and believe in what we’re building together. 🐶🐱

Thank you to all the kind souls who attended Barkitecture 2026—you showed out in the best way possible, and we are so lucky to have you in our corner. 💛🐾

🎉🐾 Barkitecture 2026 — What a night! 🐾🎉Post 3/6In May, we hosted our second annual Barkitecture fundraiser in support of...
06/16/2026

🎉🐾 Barkitecture 2026 — What a night! 🐾🎉

Post 3/6

In May, we hosted our second annual Barkitecture fundraiser in support of YVAS’s future building— From funky, one-of-a-kind doghouse auctions to raffle baskets, music, and a night full of friends and fun, this event brought our community together in the best way possible. 🎶🐶

We are especially grateful for the incredible local partners who helped bring it all to life. Whether through donated time, financial support, or their amazing building and creative skills, every contribution helped move us closer to a new shelter for the animals and people we serve. This event truly showcased what makes our community so special—people showing up, giving big, and building something better together.

Let’s hear it for everyone who made Barkitecture possible! 👏🎉

Table Sponsors:
ZooMT
CDA
Langlas
Vivere Advisors
Corby
Coleman Monson & Small
Stockman Bank
Tom Farrow
Mary Jo
Brian Harvey

Builders:
Dustin Sowards
Jerome Baily
David Nemer
Kenton Beebe

Artists:
Judd Thompson (High noon painting)
Kate Morris (bird bath)
Garth Howley (bat house)
David Nemer/Reliable Tent and Tipi (dog tent)
Joanne Barringer (SPELL CHECK) (dog bed)
Craig Whitley (weather vane)

In kind basket donations:
Nothing Bundt Cake
Yellowstone Country Club
Nara
Newman Restoration
Scheels
Base Camp
Sara Nagel Photography
Blind Cat Chocolate
Black Orchid Yoga Studio
Art House
Billings Bronzing
April’s Therapeutic Kneads Massage
Tina Jensen
Alicia Wright
Evolutions Dance Sport
Bark Park
406 Dock Diving
Follow My Lead
Rose Pet Care
Lavendar Haze
The Cattle Punchers
Peaceful Paws LLC
Pet Passages
Matt the Painter
MARS
Master L**e
Beartooth Performance
Nanas Bloomers
The Northern Hotel
Ox Ax Throwing

Photos by our lovely photographer- Sara Nagel

We're excited to announce a new partnership with Pet Palace!Every dog adopted from YVAS will receive 3 FREE DAYS of dog ...
06/15/2026

We're excited to announce a new partnership with Pet Palace!

Every dog adopted from YVAS will receive 3 FREE DAYS of dog daycare at Pet Palace, to help make the transition into their new home a little easier.
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A new environment can be a big adjustment for any dog. This generous gift gives our adopters an opportunity to help their new family member:

🐾 Burn off energy in a safe, structured environment
🐾 Socialize with other dogs
🐾 Build confidence and settle into their new routine
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We are incredibly grateful to Pet Palace for supporting our adopters and our alumni dogs. Their willingness to invest in the long-term success of shelter pets demonstrates a shared commitment to helping dogs not only find homes - but thrive in them. Partnerships like this help set families and pets up for success from day one.
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Please join us in thanking Pet Palace for their generosity and dedication to the pets in our community! 🐶❤️

📍 Pet Palace Boarding & Grooming
219 South Washington Avenue, Laurel, MT 59044
📞 406-628-8760
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**See poster in comments for more details.

🧺🐾 Help! We're running low! 🐾🧺Our towel stash is wiped out, and we could use your help!We're in need of used bath towels...
06/15/2026

🧺🐾 Help! We're running low! 🐾🧺

Our towel stash is wiped out, and we could use your help!

We're in need of used bath towels for the animals in our care. Towels are one of our most-used supplies—they help us with cleaning, provide cozy bedding, aid in medical care, and even serve as enrichment for our furry friends. 🐶🐱💚

Got a few old towels taking up space in a closet or linen cabinet? We'd be happy to give them a second life!

Donations can be dropped off at YVAS at 5056 Jellison Rd, Unit #1 during our open hours or left in our donation bin outside.

Thank you for helping keep our animals clean, comfortable, and cared for! 🐾✨

🥾🐾 Oh, we are SO back! 🐾🥾Hiking Hounds is back for the summer! ☀️🐶Join us for a tail-waggin’ good time as we take shelte...
06/15/2026

🥾🐾 Oh, we are SO back! 🐾🥾

Hiking Hounds is back for the summer! ☀️🐶

Join us for a tail-waggin’ good time as we take shelter dogs out for some much-needed adventure on the Billings trails. Fresh air, happy pups, and a whole lot of fun—what more could you ask for? 💛🌄

👉 Click the link below to sign up today!

https://yvas.org/events/hiking-hounds-june-2026/

🌈✨ Woah! New merch alert! ✨🌈We are SO excited to be part of this year’s 406 Pride Festival! 🐾💛Stop by our booth to check...
06/14/2026

🌈✨ Woah! New merch alert! ✨🌈

We are SO excited to be part of this year’s 406 Pride Festival! 🐾💛

Stop by our booth to check out our brand-new stickers and merch—perfect for showing off your pride and your love for shelter animals. 🌟🐶🐱

Grab a sticker (or two… we won’t judge 👀) at the festival or click the link below to shop today! 🎉

https://yvas.org/product/pride-stickers/

Address

5056 Jellison Road
Billings, MT
59101

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 7pm
Tuesday 12pm - 7pm
Thursday 12pm - 7pm
Friday 12pm - 7pm
Saturday 12pm - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+14062947387

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