Why adopt?
You can save a life.
Over 35% of cats and dogs the Humane Society of Yuma takes in are euthanized every year because there are so many more homeless animals looking for a home than there are homes adopting them.
Every pet deserves a chance to have a forever home.
With so many wonderful cats and dogs entering our shelter, you are sure to find a forever friend.
It's economical.
Buying a pet from a breeder or a store can cost hundreds of dollars. Shelter pets are under a hundred and come with proper vaccinations and are spayed or neutered.
Many are trained.
Owners turn over their animals in large numbers. Most of these animals come already trained with a history of their behaviors, likes and dislikes.
Many are purebred.
If you have your heart set on a purebred you may be surprised to know that 20% of the dogs that enter our shelter are purebreds.