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Yavapai Humane Society is passionate about finding forever homes for the 3,000+ animals we rescue each year. Opt to adopt!
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Volunteers are critical to the work we do and they help YHS make a difference in the lives of animals and the people of Yavapai County.
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Information about taking care of your pet and how we can take care of your pet for you.
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World Rabies Day
September 29 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Equine Tour
September 30 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Discount Vaccine Clinic and Dog Adoptions at Dogtoberfest
October 1 @ 9:45 am - 3:30 pm
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Equine Tour
October 7 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Equine Tour
October 14 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
In the News
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August 8, 2016 by Terri Davis ‘Pied’ for a cause
Granite Gate Senior Living Community recently held a “Pie in the Face” employee fundraiser for the Yavapai Humane Society. YHS’s director of operations, Lori Richey, and development assistant More
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April 5, 2016 by Elisabeth Haugan 59 dogs removed from hoarding situation need your help
This Arizona Gives Day, Tuesday, April 5, donate to Yavapai Humane Society (YHS) and become a hero to 59 dogs we rescued from a hoardin More
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January 7, 2016 by Ed Boks, Former executive director An Integrated Approach to Helping Horses
Yavapai Humane Society will launch our new Equine Initiative later this year. Our Executive Director, Ed Boks, and Director of the Equine Initiative, Nina Ekholm Fry, recently sat down with More
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November 17, 2016 by Elisabeth Haugan Announcing Our New Executive Director
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February 4, 2016 by Ed Boks, Former executive director Beat the Heat
February is National Spay/Neuter Awareness month. Awareness can sometimes be uncomfortable. For instance, are you aware that 2.7 million dogs and cats are killed in American animal shelters every year More
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November 8, 2016 by Scott Shephard BIG Veterans Day Sale at the YHS Thrift Store
This sale is HUGE! Friday only, November 11, join other shoppers and animal lovers this Veterans Day at the YHS Thrift Store! Because YHS loves our pets and vets, Yavapai Humane Society is offering 50 More
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February 4, 2016 by Elisabeth Haugan Bill’s Newscast: Humane Society Branches Out
By Bill Monroe, KQNA News, 1130 AM The Yavapai Humane Society is hoping to More
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December 18, 2015 by Ed Boks, Former executive director Daily Courier Column: Practical consequences of the no-kill ethic
Although the Yavapai Humane Society (YHS) has been providing animal sheltering services to our community for 43 years, it was only five and a half years ago More
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January 18, 2017 by Scott Shephard Dozen precious pups, all find fur-ever homes!
We have wonderful news. Today, Murphy was adopted. He is the last to reach his forever home of the twelve dogs YHS retrieved from a difficult situation on Nov 10, 2016. In an area low on resources More
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January 21, 2016 by Ed Boks, Former executive director Equine Program Planned to Open in June
Residents should be able to start adopting by June from Yavapai Humane Society By Briana Lonas, Chino Valley Review Nearly every cat and dog has a shot at getting adopted at the More
Pet Tips
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August 25, 2015 by Elisabeth Haugan Back to School 101 for Pets
“Where’s my human?” This question runs across a dog’s mind a lot these days, now that everyone is back in school. The back-to-school time can pose some interesting challenges to pets, so let More
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February 4, 2016 by Ed Boks, Former executive director Beat the Heat
February is National Spay/Neuter Awareness month. Awareness can sometimes be uncomfortable. For instance, are you aware that 2.7 million dogs and cats are killed in American animal shelters every year More
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February 24, 2016 by Ed Boks, Former executive director Benefits to exercising with your four-legged best friend
Are you having trouble sticking to your new year's resolution of exercising more? Maybe you need a good physical trainer to help you meet your fitness goals: your best friend! Research shows that dogs More
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July 8, 2015 by Elisabeth Haugan Comforting Your Pet During the Monsoons
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March 25, 2016 by Elisabeth Haugan Companionship good for the body and soul
Just another amazing example of how your dog is really the best companion...a workout buddy and a source of unconditional love. The human-animal bond is so powerful!
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March 3, 2016 by Ed Boks, Former executive director How dogs identify friend and foe
According to a recent study reported in the journal Current Biology, dogs can pick up emotional cues from another dog by watching the direction of its wagging tail. In a series of lab experiments, More
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July 1, 2015 by Elisabeth Haugan Keeping Pets Safe During the 4th of July
The 4th of July is a time for outdoor celebrations, picnics, barbecues and of course, fireworks. Before you pack up to go to the lake or the outdoor arena, stadium or even your own front yard to en More
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December 21, 2014 by Elisabeth Haugan Keeping Pets Safe in Colder Months
Winter in particular can bring some dangers pets don’t typically experience during other seasons. Tips to help keep your pets safe during the chilly months include:
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September 4, 2015 by Elisabeth Haugan Labor Day Safety Tips for Pet Owners
Yavapai Humane Society (YHS) urges pet owners to bear safety in mind this holiday weekend. With Labor Day festivities, dogs and cats can get lost in the shuffle. Safety tips for outdoor activities, More
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January 21, 2016 by Elisabeth Haugan Lessons for Pets After Rabies Scare
When we got the call from Animal Control in early December that a domestic cat had been positively identified for rabies, disbelief and concern immediately set in. Our community hadn't seen a rabies c More
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