Yucca Valley Animal Shelter Reported 82 Dogs in September, Above Its Listed Dog Capacity

YUCCA VALLEY, San Bernardino County — A dated population snapshot published by Yucca Valley’s Animal Shelter shows the shelter operating under heavy pressure in September 2026, providing a concrete reason for residents interested in adopting or volunteering to check available opportunities.

The town’s official shelter webpage lists a September 10, 2026 population of 82 dogs and 16 cats. It lists space for 57 medium/large dogs and 37 cat kennels. On that snapshot, the number of dogs was substantially above the posted dog capacity. The page also displays an operating-capacity percentage of 143.86%.

Important: this is not today’s shelter count

These are historical figures from September 10, not an estimate of the current November population. The town says its population data are updated on weekdays. Readers should check the shelter’s current listing rather than assume an individual animal is still present.

How to help responsibly

The municipal site provides pages for adoptable animals, lost-and-found pets, rescue partners and volunteering. It also describes a restricted urgent list for animals whose care or available space creates special challenges. Adoption and rescue decisions must use the shelter’s current policies and individual animal information; this article does not direct anyone toward a particular animal.

The shelter is at 4755 Malin Way, Yucca Valley and lists 760-365-3111. Posted phone hours are Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; visiting hours are Tuesday through Saturday, noon–5 p.m..

Source: Town of Yucca Valley — Animal Shelter. The date of the population snapshot is essential context.

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