Columbus Animal Shelter

!!!ADOPTED!!!

!!!REUNITED WITH OWNER!!!

Huge shout out to Jacki Keating for fostering these guys. They have a long road ahead of them but they are in great hands.

Whew! It's hot out there. Be sure your pets have plenty of water and a cool spot to hang out. And, to avoid heatstroke and burnt paws, keep outings with your dog to the coolest parts of the day -- early morning and evening. Stay cool and stay hydrated, friends!

!!!ADOPTED!!!
Momma cat and her babies have been adopted out as barn kitties.

It has been a rather successful trapping season with breeding female number 3. The first was transfered to YVAS as she was close to her due date. The second was placed in foster with her newborns and will soon be fixed and placed as a barn cat with the help of Savage Cat Rescue. Her kittens have become 'foster fails' and will become permanent residents at the foster home. This momma and her babies will be up for adoption soon, be sure to keep an eye out for our post and spread the word.

Kitten season is still in full swing, just got these cuties in. 2 males and 2 females, they will be held for 5 days before going up for adoption. Around 5 weeks old they are wild but easily tamed down. Contact Animal Control at 406-780-0009 if you might be interested on taking one or just want to help socialize.

!!!REUNITED WITH OWNER!!!

!!!ADOPTED!!!

!!!PLACED IN FOSTER!!!

!!!TRANSFERED TO YVAS!!!

Kitten Season is here, folks! This is the time of year when moms are having babies, and kittens are being found left and right. But fear not - we've got you covered with everything you need to help these adorable furballs thrive.

🐾 Stop by tonight's FREE Paws & Learn workshop at 6:30 PM where you'll learn the delicate balance of when intervention is necessary, when to leave them be, and other tips to provide the best care. 🐾

Whether you're a seasoned rescuer or a newbie to kitten care, this workshop is perfect for everyone who wants to make a difference in the lives of these tiny creatures.

!!!FOUND CAT!!!
Neutered male kitten around 6 months old trapped on W 5th Ave, please contact Animal Control at 406-780-0009 to pick up.

Spaying or neutering your pet is important, but you might have questions about the surgery. Here are some answers from our Medical Care Coordinator: https://vettechtips.com/spay_neuter_your_dog_cat/?fbclid=IwAR1Z-uazbMgk3H6KigTqAu2Sutn7zFbsB0TjwIGL5PGmT-0hb5D3tCNSg3g

Chanda and Baby Spice are here to remind you about tonight's low-cost vaccination clinic from 4-7 PM at YVAS, located at 1735 Monad Road. (Clearly, one is more excited about vaccines than the other.)

Vaccinations offered: Rabies, Distemper (DHPP or FVRCP), Bordetella (Kennel Cough). Vaccines will be administered on a first-come, first-served basis; quantities are limited.

Pricing per animal:
One vaccination – $15
Two vaccinations – $20
Three vaccinations – $25
Microchip – $20

Animals must come on a leash or be contained in carriers (only one pet per carrier). No appointment is necessary; cash or credit cards will be accepted.

!!!MICROCHIPS WORK!!!
This big friendly boy was picked up after he kept repeatedly showing up at someone's house. Thinking that he was possibly lost they called Animal Control to come pick him up. At the shelter he was scanned for a chip and with just a few phone calls his owner was on their way to bail him out. Turns out he wasn't lost at all, just double dipping on houses to get some extra kibble. Cats are notorious for this and with microchips owners can quickly be found and informed of their unfaithful feline.

The annual Rabies clinic will be later than normal this year on Febuary 24th. Licensing fees will be $12.50 for spayed/neutered pets and $27.50 for intact pets. Vaccines are of limited supply and may run out towards the end of the clinic, please plan accordingly.

UPDATE: This clinic is now FULL for all appointments. We will host another low-cost clinic in February, so watch our Facebook & website for more details. See the link below to get signed up for our waitlist.

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Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter will be hosting another small, low-cost spay & neuter clinic! The clinic will take place on Saturday, January 27th and we will begin taking appointments on Monday, January 1st at 8 AM. Sign-ups for the spay & neuter clinics are now ONLINE ONLY. We will not be making any appointments in person or over the phone.

Visit the link below to make an appointment. If/when the clinic is full, please use the same link to be added to our waitlist:
https://yvas.org/events/spay-neuter-clinic-january-2024/

!!!TRANSFERRED TO SAVAGE CAT RESCUE!!!