Ruby Marine River Project

In the heart of Alaska, where rivers are lifelines and roads are few, the Ruby Marine River Project stands as a testament to what partnership and compassion can achieve.

Each year, countless outdoor dogs in remote villages endure freezing temperatures without proper shelter. Recognizing this urgent need, Straw for Dogs, in partnership with Ruby Marine, launched the Ruby Marine River Project – a mission to deliver dog houses and straw to rural river communities along the Tanana, Yukon, Koyukuk, and Innoko Rivers.

The Ruby Marine River Project is a collaborative effort to improve the living conditions of outdoor dogs in Alaska. By transporting durable dog houses and straw bedding along the Tanana, Yukon, Koyukuk, and Innoko Rivers, we’re able to bring warmth and comfort to dogs facing harsh winters in remote communities.

In these regions, dogs are more than pets — they’re companions, workers, and family. But limited access to resources makes it difficult to provide proper shelter and care.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of Ruby Marine, who donated all transportation, we delivered dog houses and straw at no cost to the villages — reaching even the most isolated areas by river.

With additional support from Lotto Alaska, this project reflects our ongoing commitment to animal welfare and rural community support — making sure every dog has a safe, warm place to rest.