Ark-Valley Humane Society

Ark-Valley Humane Society An animal shelter serving the community of Chaffee County, Colorado. Our Key Values:
Compassion: for those we serve, animals and humans.

Leadership: inspiring hope and kindness through strength, education and example. Kindness: towards people and pets that find themselves in difficult situations. Transparency: in our relationships and partnerships with the work we do.

01/10/2025

Adult adoptable dogs and their New Years Resolutions! (Are any of these also your resolutions? Find more information on adoptable dogs and apply for adoption: https://www.ark-valley.org/adopt/dogs/

01/09/2025

Sometimes you just want to stay in bed! And adoptable Charcoal is happy to do that with you 🥰

1.5 year-old Hound Mix Clyde was recently placed in a foster home with kids and has been doing well! Here is what his fo...
01/08/2025

1.5 year-old Hound Mix Clyde was recently placed in a foster home with kids and has been doing well! Here is what his foster has to say:

"He’s doing great, he is just so sweet. He tends to sniff everything on walks, but if you walk fast he’ll keep going. He likes to wait at the window until we get home, he got caught on the table looking out the window 🤣"

If you are interested in meeting Clyde, fill out an application at ark-valley.org so the foster can bring him in for a meet-and-greet!

01/07/2025

Our staff provides enrichment to shelter animals to help engage their minds and positively impact their well-being. Watch adoptable Queenie play with this puzzle toy made with rolls and treats 😻

01/06/2025

Duke has been through a lot since his owner sadly passed away. He moved to a few places until he arrived at AVHS. Despite going through all that, Duke is the happiest, sweetest boy! He has even been in a foster home recently and did really well! Apply at ark-valley.org to meet Duke

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟We are thrilled to announce that Ark-Valley Humane Society has received a generous $7,000 grant from t...
01/05/2025

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

We are thrilled to announce that Ark-Valley Humane Society has received a generous $7,000 grant from the Animal Assistance Foundation 🎉 This incredible gift will create a lasting impact on the care of shelter animals and help sustain our lifesaving efforts.

Thank you Animal Assistance Foundation for supporting our mission to ensure the welfare of companion animals through compassion and care.

**Courtesy Post**If interested or if you have any questions, please reach out to Anita directly (text preferred over cal...
01/05/2025

**Courtesy Post**

If interested or if you have any questions, please reach out to Anita directly (text preferred over calling) at 502-415-8948.

Ferdinand is looking for a new home.

"6ish year old mixed-breed neutered male. According to a Royal Canine genetic health analysis he is a American Staffs. Terrier, Belgian Malinois and Shepherd mix. Hasn’t been around cats or livestock. He has met children and did ok, I think he’d do well with children with dog experience. He is very tolerant of people including medical procedures at the vet. He loves other dogs, but needs slow introductions with new dogs. In the past he has done okay if the dog was on the other side of a fence for a while first or in a neutral place like dog park or staying at a kennel. We board him sometimes which has other dogs and never got a bad report, but I think they are slowly introduced into the main area with the other dogs. He is more reactive when he is on a leash and will pull, bark. He would do okay as an only dog but would love a sibling. He is a former street dog from Guadalajara, Mexico. Fully vaccinated and microchipped. Has some allergies/sensitive skin. Crate trained. Knows several commands including sit, stay, lay down, give paw and roll over."

Disclaimer: All courtesy posts are made on behalf of owners residing in Chaffee County. These animals are not being adopted from Ark-Valley Humane Society, Inc. and are not in an AVHS foster home. AVHS is not responsible and/or liable for the outcome of any adoption made through these listings as we are only providing information. AVHS is also not responsible and is held harmless for the accuracy and reliability of the information provided within these listings. Owners that we provide a courtesy post for, and the adopters, bear the full responsibility and liability for any animal listed.

Adoptable Zeus recently got to go on a hike with one of our wonderful volunteers! They said he was very excited to go. Z...
01/04/2025

Adoptable Zeus recently got to go on a hike with one of our wonderful volunteers! They said he was very excited to go. Zeus was happy to pass by other dogs and keep adventuring ahead. He has played with other dogs previously and has done well! If you are interested in meeting Zeus, apply for him on our website ark-valley.org

Want to learn more about volunteering in the new year? Visit the link in our bio.

01/03/2025

Adoptable El Louise is purring in this video! She just has resting grumpy face…

01/03/2025

Adoptable Nancy loves to play fetch 🎾 She will even throw the ball back to you! Nancy is looking for a home to play fetch with her! She would prefer a home without kids. She also loves to go on walks and get scratches from volunteers! Want to meet Nancy? Apply for her on our website ark-valley.org

Ark-Valley Humane Society will be closed Wednesday (1/1/25) for New Year's Day. Normal operating hours (Monday-Saturday ...
12/31/2024

Ark-Valley Humane Society will be closed Wednesday (1/1/25) for New Year's Day. Normal operating hours (Monday-Saturday 12-5PM) will resume on Thursday (1/2/25). We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you!

Here are some photos of adoptable Elvis during his walk/playtime with volunteers!Interested in adopting Elvis? Fill out ...
12/31/2024

Here are some photos of adoptable Elvis during his walk/playtime with volunteers!

Interested in adopting Elvis? Fill out an Adoption Matchmaker on our website ark-valley.org

Learn more information about volunteering here: https://www.ark-valley.org/get-involved/adult-volunteers/

12/30/2024

Are you looking for a lap cat? How about double lap cats? Adoptable Boots and Sushi are both happy to jump into your lap for snuggles! Sometimes both at the same time…

Address

701 Gregg Drive
Buena Vista, CO
81211

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 5:30pm
Tuesday 12pm - 5:30pm
Wednesday 12pm - 5:30pm
Thursday 12pm - 5:30pm
Friday 12pm - 5:30pm
Saturday 12pm - 5:30pm

Telephone

+17193952737

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Videos

Adult adoptable dogs and their New Years Resolutions! (Are any of these also your resolutions? Find more information on adoptable dogs and apply for adoption: https://www.ark-valley.org/adopt/dogs/

Sometimes you just want to stay in bed! And adoptable Charcoal is happy to do that with you 🥰

Our staff provides enrichment to shelter animals to help engage their minds and positively impact their well-being. Watch adoptable Queenie play with this puzzle toy made with rolls and treats 😻

Duke has been through a lot since his owner sadly passed away. He moved to a few places until he arrived at AVHS. Despite going through all that, Duke is the happiest, sweetest boy! He has even been in a foster home recently and did really well! Apply at ark-valley.org to meet Duke

Adoptable El Louise is purring in this video! She just has resting grumpy face…

Adoptable Nancy loves to play fetch 🎾 She will even throw the ball back to you! Nancy is looking for a home to play fetch with her! She would prefer a home without kids. She also loves to go on walks and get scratches from volunteers! Want to meet Nancy? Apply for her on our website ark-valley.org

Are you looking for a lap cat? How about double lap cats? Adoptable Boots and Sushi are both happy to jump into your lap for snuggles! Sometimes both at the same time…

Watch Kona meet a new friend! Kona has a reported history of doing well with other dogs. However, it is helpful to us to do slow and safe dog intros to get a better idea of how they will interact. Plus, it’s great for dogs’ well-being to have play groups at the shelter! Here’s Kona meeting Azia, who was recently adopted. He was happy to make a new friend! Apply to meet sweet Kona at ark-valley.org.

Adoptable Nala has beautiful blue eyes 🤩… which are hard to get a video of because she loves pets so much! But I am happy to oblige 🥰

Kona thinks you should get a 2025 AVHS Calendar! $15 for sale at AVHS. Proceeds from this calendar benefit homeless pets like Kona!

Who wins the Meow Contest? 🏆

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