Yvonneka Foundation -

Dog Shelter

We rescue stray and injured dogs and rehabilitate them. And provide them with permanent loving homes.

Socialize

We socialize dogs that have been mistreated to trust humans after their previous terrible experiences.

Education

We provide programs in schools to educate children to pass on the information to their parents who may not be informed.

Food

We provide food for stray animals no matter where they may be found. There is always a need to provide.

Rescuing Dogs Since 2012

Featured Cause

We rescue dogs in terrible conditions and rehabilitate them.

The foundation supports the shelter where the rescued dogs are housed. Including 24 hour staff, maintenance and veterinary care.

It can cost up to $1000 USD to rehabilitate one dog. But their will to live and unconditional love and gratitude, are priceless.

Dogs are people too. And they don’t deserve to suffer. The dogs we rescue get sterilized and brought back to optimum health and are then sent to the USA and Canada where they have forever homes waiting for them.

We urgently need your support in order to continue this noble cause.

Shelter Feeding and Rehabilitation

Raised: $1450

50%

Why Choose Us

Guaranteed Results

We work in concert with many organizations that have a constant list of good loving homes waiting for their forever pet.

Our Commitment To Dogs and Cats in Puerto Vallarta

No dog or cat left behind !

Most Trusted

Every dollar you donate goes 100% to the welfare of the animals.

No Goal Requirement

Any amount is welcome. Every little bit counts a lot.

Tax Advantages

We are a non-profit 501 3c Charity. We depend entirely from your donations which are tax deductible.

Our Experience

We have been actively rescuing and rehabilitating dogs for since 2012.

Our Causes

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14%

Charity Activity of The Year

The largest charity event of the year is a fundraising party to support our flying dogs and their chaperones when they fly to the USA to their new forever homes. The cost of sending each dog is around $500 USD. We need your support to change more lives forever.

RAISED$700

GOAL$50000

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Education

We administer school programs in public schools for the purpose of increasing awareness to the plight of stray animals. Children are very receptive to important information that they can then pass on to their parents and together can benefit the lives of all animals.

RAISED$80

GOAL$1000

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Food and Shelter for Stray Animals

We Provide Food and shelter for stray animals no matter where they may be found.

RAISED$90

GOAL$1000

Latest News

They are both thriving

I thought I’d send you some pictures of the puppies and doggy family. As you can see, they are all buddies. The picture of the three white dogs picture are Maggie, Lucy and Panchito. Next photo is Roxy staring at Lucy while she eats; she loves to eat the adult food even though she has
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We are so pleased with her temperament

Visiting Puppy Paradise was the highlight

Yvonne Kalman

President

Jessica Montes

Administrator and Social Media Marketing

Nayeli Gutierrez

Shelter Manager

Chely Muñoz

Shelter Logistics Manager

How Can You Help Us

Get In Touch

Don’t hesitate to e-mail us, we will be glad you did.

Be A Flight Angel

Help us accompany our rescues to new homes in the USA.

Support An Event

We hold a yearly Gala Event as a fundraiser.

Become Volunteer

You can become a volunteer at our shelter.

Our Adoption Stories

I just wanted to write an official thank you letter from our family! From day 1, Loba has been a complete angel. I have no words for her perfection, she is everything you said she would be and more.
We are so pleased with her temperament.
Thank you so much for everything, I could never have expected adoption to be so fulfilling! I will definitely be recommending you to anyone who is looking for a new companion.

We are so pleased with her temperament

“Visiting Puppy Paradise was the highlight of our two months in Puerto Vallarta. It was heartwarming to see how beautifully the pups of all ages are cared for and got along with each other. And it was love at first sight when our 6 month old Lotus was placed in my lap during lunch. She immediately peed all over me, christening me as “hers.” We thought about it over night and knew that Lotus was our newest family member. 3 months later she continues to light up our life with her playful, loving energy. Lotus is such a good natured little dog.”

Visiting Puppy Paradise was the highlight

~ Michael Melancon, Glenn Johnson & Alex Schalasky of Palm Springs, California -

We adopted our dog Friday here only a week ago and he’s the sweeter than we could have ever imagined. The staff at the Shelter was friendly, helpful and knowledgable about the dogs under their care. I will definitely be suggesting Yvonneka Foundation’s Adoption service to all my friends and family who are interested in adopting a dog. A+

Martin

We adopted our baby here just under 1 year ago, everyone was so helpful and still remembers him when we go in to the clinic. He is just the best, we adore him so much! So thankful for Yvonneka Foundation for helping us find our sweet Bruno. We are celebrating his first birthday with lots of treats and toys and a doggy meal at the Lazy Dog (but not too many treats because he is on a diet, per Dr. Tran’s advice :P)!

Sara

We got our sweet baby boy Virgil there on August 10th for our sons 6th birthday staff was beyond helpful friendly and animals are well cared for by staff thank you for a great experience with Yvonneka Foundation!

Chris

I recently found a cat with an eye injury. He was extremely skinny and had an open eye wound. I gained the kitty’s trust and brought him to the shelter, they helped me so much and more importantly they helped the kitty. I will be forever grateful to Yvonneka Foundation. They are such a wonderful organization for cats and dogs that need help.