Yakima Family Times

If you’re looking for no kill dog shelters or a dog rescue in Yakima or an alternative to the humane society’s shelter then you’ve come to the right place. Whether you need a dog rescued, or you want to be a foster-pet-care provider or just want to volunteer your time helping animals at a dog rescue, the organizations below would probably love to hear from you.

Find a no-kill dog rescue in Yakima

Rez Dog Rescue in Wapato is a non profit Pet Rescue located in the Yakima Valley of Washington State. RDR’s mission is dedicated in rescuing abused, injured and unwanted dogs and cats in an effort to give them a 2nd chance in life. The organization doesn’t have their own website, but you can email them at rezdogrescue@clearwire.net or call 509-823-1037

Finally Home Rescue is in West Valley. Their mission statement says: We are here simply for the health, welfare & safety of the animals. Their website lists dogs that are ready to be adopted. The facility takes volunteers and donations, their vet bills are huge.

Yakima Valley Pet Rescue is a non-profit, no-kill pet rescue organization led by dedicated volunteers. We save homeless and neglected dogs and cats from around the Yakima Valley, and beyond, and find them loving, happy homes. They’re in their 8th year right now.

Lifesavers Pet Rescue places dogs in foster homes until they’re well enough to be adopted. According to their website: “Lifesavers Rescue is a Washington State non profit organization. We are a small, all volunteer group of people who are willing to open our homes, yards, arms and lives to unwanted dogs.”

Wags to Riches states “We are here for the welfare of homeless animals. Our priority is to facilitate the rescue and adoption of stray, abandoned, neglected, abused, and surrendered animals and to place them into permanent, loving homes. In the interim, we will provide appropriate foster and veterinary care, proper nourishment, and give them plenty of love and attention.”

Barks R Us says “We are a small rescue. We appreciate email contacts whenever possible. Please check daily as we have wonderful, available dogs and puppies needing homes. Barks R Us Rescue appreciates donations so that we can continue our rescue work. We are always in need of dog food, feed bowls, bedding, blankets, dog toys, dog houses and foster homes.” Elly can be reaches at 509-248-2457 or by email at
barksrus@aol.com

The KIDS’ MARATHON is set for October 17th at 1 PM. This is a great way to encourage kids to do a little exercise several days a week!! Entry forms, information, and recording sheets can be found at the website below. http://www.hcrunner s.org/ Feel free to pass this on: Everyone (public school, homeschool, etc.) is [...]

When parents send their children to school every day, they might expect that the school goes to great lengths to protect the children entrusted to their care,. But not in Selah, Washington. At least one Selah school is hosting a website that displays the children’s names, homeroom teacher and picture. As if that isn’t enough, [...]

Kids can get free breakfast and lunch at several Yakima schools and parks this summer. ParentHelp123 is a website run by the state, to help low income families find resources that will help them take care of their kids. The free summer meals program, however, isn’t just for low-income kids. From their website: The Summer [...]

B&C Sewing is planning to hold summer sew camps again this year for children and teens. My daughter went two years ago and had a great time, I encourage anyone who has a child (boy or girl!) with an interest in sewing to sign up. The teacher was wonderful when we were there and sewing [...]

Pediatricians in Yakima have websites that are nearly impossible to find. In fact, when you search for “Yakima Pediatrics” or “Pediatrician in Yakima” What you find is a mishmash of websites, mostly designed to trick you into clicking on ads (Not that I’m complaining if you want to click on mine) But that doesn’t help [...]

Buy Local! Next time you’re shopping for a special gift, check out these mom-made goods in Yakima. Etsy.com is a website where artists of all kinds sell handmade items. Vintage goods are also sold on Etsy. That 70′s Shoppe sells vintage toys, clothing, appliances and collectibles. White Birch Weddings Sells handmade necklaces with beautiful satin [...]

In the wholesome children’s movie Grand Champion there’s a quote I’ve always loved. Try as I may, I can’t find the exact wording, but it goes something like this; “There are places in a child’s heart that only horses can reach.” Anyone who’s ever loved a horse as a child can understand what that means. [...]

11th Ave Ballet School recently added information about their dance-themed birthday parties to their FaceBook page. These parties are for 8 kids and suitable for parties at your home or at the studio.  They offer several different themes, like The Nutcracker, line dancing, fairy tales, seasonal specialties and more. During the party, a real live [...]

If you’re looking to take swing dancing classes in Yakima, you’re in good company. Yakima has several swing dancing groups, and oportunities to go swing dancing several times a month in Yakima’s West side, Terrace Heights and throughout the Yakima Valley and in Ellensburg. Swing Dancing at the Terrace Heights Grange The Dance Syndicate of [...]