A No- Kill, Non-Profit Animal Rescue
Saving Lives One Pet at a TimeYucaipa Valley Animal Placement Society is a no kill, nonprofit animal rescue that strives to prevent the euthanasia of dogs and cats in shelters throughout the region by providing them a temporary safe haven until a permanent loving home can be found.
Getting Involved
Save an Animal
Adopting a Pet
At Yucaipa Animal Placement Society we have many wonderful dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens available for adoption. We rescue pets from local shelters and take in pets from owners can no longer care for them and we house them at the YAPS rescue facility until they are adopted.
MakING a Donation
Yucaipa Animal Placement Society’s (YAPS) mission is to provide a temporary safe haven for orphan pets until a permanent loving home can be found. Donations allow us to carry out our mission to save more lives. Your contributions go towards fees for providing care to the pets of YAPS.
Pets Adopted in 2021
Pet of the Month
November 2021 - Meet Spot!
Spot is an incredibly sweet, 1 year old Pit Bull mix. Her and her sister Ginger arrived at YAPS when they were just 8 months. Ginger has found her home and now it’s Spot’s turn. This girl deserves an amazing family and a lifetime of love.
Spot is an exceptional dog that loves affection and people of all ages. She isn’t a fan of cats but you never know, she may change her mind. This delightful dog that will make you laugh with her silly antics and will melt your heart with her loyalty. We are shocked that she has not been adopted. In the warm weather, Spot is a huge fan of water play. Actually, she doesn’t mind playing in water anytime.
Want to meet Spot? Then, come to YAPS! You can call 909-790-1440 or email info@yaps.org for details!
What We Do
Our Programs
Rescuing Pets
Animal Licensing
Finding Pets a Home
Spay & Neuter
What Drives Us
Our Mission
Yucaipa Valley Animal Placement Society is a no kill, nonprofit animal rescue that strives to prevent the euthanasia of dogs and cats in shelters throughout the region by providing them a temporary safe haven until a permanent loving home can be found.
Get Involved
Thank you for your interest in the Volunteer Program at Yucaipa Animal Placement Society. Being a nonprofit, we have a very small staff and lots of furry friends who need daily care and support. We rely heavily on our dedicated volunteers to help us fulfill our mission of helping homeless pets in the Inland Empire and surrounding areas.
Upcoming Events
Oct 2 - 10th Annual Bets for Pets Casino Night
Bets for Pets is back! Tickets are limited and available for purchase now.
Please call ahead to purchase tickets at the YAPS Office, 909-790-1440.
On Saturday, October 2, 2021, Yucaipa Animal Placement Society will host a casino night fundraiser with table games and bingo. Tickets are $35.00 per person and include lasagna dinner from Toscano’s, soft drinks, dessert and casino chips for play. There will be plenty of beer, wine and spirits on hand to keep you in a gambling state of mind… Read More.
Oct 9 - Wag and Walk
Wag & Walk is back! Reservations are required.
Get a little exercise and do something good by enjoying a morning walk with one of the dogs at YAPS. The walk is about 2.5 miles and begins at the picturesque grounds of YAPS, then onto Chapman Heights Road. The walk starts promptly at 8:30am and lasts about an hour. Participants are encouraged to arrive by 8:00am… Read More.
Learn More About
Pet Adoption
Our Adoption Process
We always ask that the dog(s) that are part of your family come in to meet their new potential canine pal. If you are renting, we need landlord approval before the pet can go home. We require that you meet a pet in person before adopting.
Adopting FAQs
Choosing a pet is a very personal decision, and we feel it is best that the person who will be caring for the pet be involved in the process. Since adopting a pet is a commitment for life, we feel it is very important to insure the highest quality relationship for both the pet and family.