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Love, locally sourced: DAS never turns an animal away and cares for 12,000+ animals each year.

21/07/2024

The moment when you are FINALLY living your best cat life 😍

Adopt don't shop! Visit Denver Animal Shelter and rescue your new best friend today! We have so many sweet animals looking for their forever homes. View all of our available animals on our website at www.denveranimalshelter.org.

20/07/2024

Firework, Rhaenrya, Luna, Erryk, and Karma are just a few of the adorable dogs available for adoption at Denver Animal Shelter this weekend. If you have been feeling the pull to adopt- now is the time! Our adoption special this month is $50 for any dog or cat over 1 year of age. All of our adoptions include the spay/neuter surgery, vaccines, a microchip, and a Denver license for Denver residents. View all of our available animals on our website with their individual bios at www.denveranimalshelter.org.

19/07/2024

This summer has been HOT HOT HOT and the homeless pups at Denver Animal Shelter need your help to Play It Cool!

We're raising funds to install shade structures in our dog play yards, ensuring our shelter pups can enjoy playtime while staying cool. These play yards are more than just spaces; they are vital sanctuaries where our furry friends can run, jump, and play freely. They provide stress relief, health benefits, and opportunities for socialization. Join us in supporting these pups by donating today: https://www.mightycause.com/story/Playintheshade

Let's make a difference together!

18/07/2024

Don't forget that all throughout July you can bring you cat (in a carrier) to Denver Animal Shelter- any day of the week during business hours to get a FREE microchip! Help ensure that if your cat gets lost, they can be returned home ❤️

17/07/2024

Animals love us humans unconditionally, but sometimes, they have no one to love them back. This is the unfortunate truth for many homeless pets in our community.

But it doesn’t have to be that way.

Rambo arrived at DAS hairless and bright red, though he’s normally brown. The owners of the 7-month-old pit bull surrendered him after he was diagnosed with demodex or red mange. Demodex is a mite that invades the hair follicles, causing hair to fall out. DAS vet Dr. Devon Wochele says usually it’s very easy to treat, but in Rambo’s case, his owners noticed the hair loss months ago and never sought treatment, leaving Rambo completely bald.

With time and treatment from Denver Animal Shelter staff, Rambo looks much better, ready to take on a new battle with a new family by his side.

To continue providing top-notch care for abused dogs like Rambo, Denver Animal Protection needs your help.

You can make a difference in the lives Denver’s most vulnerable animals by participating in Cycle for Strays, Denver Animal Protection’s team for the Denver Century Ride.

Visit the event page for details: https://www.mightycause.com/event/Cycleforstrays2024

16/07/2024

Last month our Veterinary Staff reached 1,000 spay/neuter surgeries for public owned animals! This means they did this many surgeries in addition to all the surgeries they do for the animals in our care at Denver Animal Shelter. Through our Community Engagement Program we are able to reach people and pets in need and schedule their pets for spay/neuter surgeries. Way to go team!

15/07/2024

Meet Melo!

Melo is a 3-year-old Anatolian Shepherd. He is currently staying in a foster home because he is stressed and shy at the Shelter. He much rather be in the comfort of a home; especially one where he can become part of the family. The foster parent tells us that Melo is house broken and does really well in a crate. He does well when receiving a bath. He does really well on the leash/harness despite these things being new to him. He is currently living with another dog and has met several other dogs and done well. Overall he is a bit anxious and is taking some time to adjust, but is very sweet! He is about 110lbs. Any children in the home need to be at least 10 years old. He will be back at the Shelter next weekend for adoption visits.

14/07/2024

WARNING:
A Denver resident got a phone call saying her lost pet got hit by a car and was having emergency surgery at Denver Animal Shelter. The caller told her she needed to pay $3,000 through PayPal or Venmo, no credit cards. This is a scam!

DAS will never ask for money over the phone. If you get a call like this, jot down the phone number and hang up. You can also report the call to police.

If you post to a Lost Pets website or on social media, limit what personal information you post and prepare to be contacted by fraudsters.

12/07/2024

Meet Kai! He enjoyed a Tails on Trails outing with one of our volunteers earlier this week. He has been at the Shelter since mid-May and is looking for his forever home. He may be 6, but he doesn't act a day over 1! He still has plenty of energy for a pup getting up there in age. He would even still love to join you on hikes, runs and adventures! Due to his playful zest for life, he may be too much for small children. Despite his active lifestyle, Kai also knows the importance of slowing down and savoring life's simple pleasures. He's an expert at lounging on the couch and soaking up all the love and attention he can get. Kai has plenty of love left to give and he's just waiting for the right family to share it with. If you're ready to open your heart and home to an older adult dog who's young at heart, this guy is the perfect match for you. Come meet him at Denver Animal Shelter!

11/07/2024

Recently our DAP Field Services Staff presented at the Bureau of Animal Protection (BAP) conference at CSU SPUR Campus. Lead Animal Protection Officer Kris Swanson presented with Assistant District Attorney Ashley Beck on dangerous animal case investigation and prosecution. Field Manager Josh Rolfe, Animal Protection Officer Supervisors Noah Imai and Audrey Borsick lead multiple roundtable discussions with officers that have three or more years of experience in the field. They presented investigation walkthroughs with prior DAP case examples to teach these experienced officers how to better work though complex investigations.

The conference is designed to provide training for law enforcement, veterinarians, current BAP agents, and individuals working for municipalities, law enforcement, and non-profit organizations interested in becoming BAP agents. The conference included presentations on new animal protection initiatives in Colorado, and hands-on training from the Colorado Department of Agriculture and the Colorado Humane Society.

10/07/2024

Calling all animal lovers and kind hearts! We're on a mission to purchase shade structures for our dog play yards so Shelter pups can play and stay cool at the same time. A play yard isn't just a space, it's a haven where our furry friends can run, jump, and play without a care. It's their stress-reliever, health booster, and socialization hub. Let's come together as a community and show these pups some love! Please donate today at: https://www.mightycause.com/story/Playintheshade

09/07/2024

Don't miss your opportunity to join our Foster Program right in the middle of kitten and puppy season! We can always use more foster volunteers to help with these underage animals and also the many other adult animals that need a foster home temporarily. Our Foster Program is very flexible. Register today and join us this Saturday for our Volunteer Orientation and Foster Program Training!

https://bit.ly/3qftK2f

08/07/2024

❤️ Adoption Update ❤️

"Hershey has been renamed Ellie. She's acclimating well and beginning to learn a few commands. We love her so much and are so glad we were able to make her a part of our family. Thank you to the entire DAP team for their hard work and dedication on behalf of these amazing animals such as Ellie."

Thank you for adopting from Denver Animal Shelter!

07/07/2024

Our small dogs need collars too! It is our preference that volunteers and staff utilize clip leashes instead of slip leashes for comfort and safety when walking a dog (less risk of the dog getting off leash). We are running low on x-small martingale collars for our small dogs. Please check out our Amazon Wishlist if you are willing to donate one and send it directly to us. Our Amazon Wishlist also has other items we are in need of for dog enrichment at the shelter such as frisbees, small-medium slow feeders, and lick mats.

When you order directly from our Amazon Wishlist it will mail the item to us at Denver Animal Shelter. If you choose to purchase in store and drop off at the Shelter, we are located at 1241 W. Bayaud Ave, Denver CO 80223.

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Thank you to all our supporters for helping us take great care of the animals at the Shelter! 🙏 🐾 ❤️

06/07/2024

One more week until our July Volunteer Orientation! Denver Animal Shelter volunteers are able to socialize with the animals, help out in our vet clinic, facilitate adoption visits, and so much more! Register online and join us on July 13th to learn more about our program. We can't wait to see you there! Visit our website for more information:
https://bit.ly/3qftK2f

05/07/2024

We hope everyone had a wonderful 4th of July! If you have the day off- this is the perfect time to adopt a new friend and get to spend a couple extra days at home with them. We have a bunch of incredible dogs (cats and guinea pigs too!) available for adoption at Denver Animal Shelter. All dogs and cats over 1 year of age have a $50 adoption fee. Check out our current list of available animals on our website before you come in!

Pictured here celebrating America this week is Freddie Mercury, Adonis, Bruno, Carter, Ducky, Miklo, Rocky, and Starla 🎆

04/07/2024

Happy 4th of July!

Denver Animal Shelter is CLOSED today for the holiday. We will reopen tomorrow at 11 a.m. Our after hours kennels are open to the public today. Staff and volunteers will be at the Shelter caring for the animals. July 4th and the days following are typically our busiest days of the year. Help us keep animals home safe by following these pet safety tips.

03/07/2024

Help your lost cat get home safely! Bring your cat (in a carrier) to Denver Animal Shelter for a FREE microchip during July.

02/07/2024

Love cycling? Want to help homeless pets? If you answered yes to either of those questions then you've GOT to check out our upcoming event, Cycle for Strays!

Cycle for Strays is Denver Animal Shelter's team for the Denver Century Ride, a fun and inspiriting event taking place on September 28. We invite all animal lovers to join our team and/or donate to help support the 12,000+ animals whose lives we touch each year.

We hope you can join us!

Visit the event page for details: https://www.mightycause.com/event/Cycleforstrays2024

02/07/2024

Thank you so much to everyone who came out last Saturday to support our Tats for Tails event! Huge shout out to Think Tank Tattoo!!

01/07/2024

Our community stepped up in August to raise enough money to build a brand-new play yard, Hugo’s Yard, for our vulnerable pooches to play, decompress from stress, and exercise in a safe and secure environment. Now, we are launching a new campaign to pay for shade structures so our homeless hounds can play and stay cool at the same time. The $30,000 goal will help us build pergolas on three of our play yards. Play yards have the added benefit of making dogs more adoptable since it socializes them with other dogs and humans. Interacting with adoptable dogs in play yards also allows shelter staff to gain information about a dog’s behavior to best match them to potential homes. Please donate what you can to give our pups the best shot at a happy, fulfilled future.

https://www.mightycause.com/story/Playintheshade

01/07/2024

Hot dogs, cool cats - adopt your new best friend this month!

Adoption fees at Denver Animal Shelter are $50 for all dogs and cats over 1 year of age throughout July 2024. Check out our current list of available animals on our website at www.denveranimalshelter.org

30/06/2024

Looking for a different type of animal in your life? What about an adorable small mammal? Say hello to Pizza, Dough, Cheddar, Asiago, Coco, and Red! They are all available for adoption at Denver Animal Shelter. We are an open admission shelter which means we typically have more than dogs and cats available for adoption. We also currently have multiple birds available. Check out our available animals on our website!

29/06/2024

TODAY is Tats for Tails! Swing by on Broadway from 12 pm – 6 pm to get a sweet tattoo and mingle with adoptable pups. Who knows, you might just meet your new best friend! Plus, we'll have music pumping and good vibes all around, so it's guaranteed to be a paw-some time. Tattoos are first come, first served. Think Tank is a cash-only shop. Please ensure you bring cash for your tattoo and to tip your artist. For details visit: https://bit.ly/tatsfortails

28/06/2024

We have been so moved by the outpouring of support to our Raise Your Paw Donation Drive.

Caring people like you have really stepped up! But the cost of food, supplies, and lifesaving veterinary care are higher than ever before. We urgently need every dollar we can raise this time of year.

Right now, we have several animals at the Shelter who need extra veterinary care on top of the extra puppies and kittens we see every spring.

There are only TWO days left to have your donation matched! Please, consider donating at: mightycause.com/story/Raiseyourpaw2024

Thank you for caring!

27/06/2024

Sign up to join our volunteer team today and make a difference in the lives of the animals in our care at Denver Animal Shelter! We have a variety of volunteer opportunities available. Currently our junior volunteer spots are full for junior volunteers (8-15 years of age) and their parents. Our next Volunteer Orientation is Saturday, July 13, 2024. Apply through the link in our bio or go to the below link to learn more!

https://bit.ly/3qftK2f

26/06/2024

❤️ Adoption Update ❤️

"I am so happy to report that Wendell is doing amazing and adjusting really well. He’s such a sweet cuddle bug. He loves going on walks and barking at anyone and everyone he sees. He thinks he’s a guard dog. 😄 He has been such a joy to have and I’m so lucky to be the one who gets to share life with him. Thank you for taking such great care of him."

Thank you for adoption from Denver Animal Shelter!

26/06/2024

Meet Gertrude, the lovable Pit Bull with a heart as big as her appetite for treats! This sweet girl adores spending her days outdoors, exploring every nook and cranny with boundless curiosity and enthusiasm. When she's not sniffing out new adventures, you can find Gertrude zooming around with joy, her playful spirit contagious to all around her. While she thrives on affection, Gertrude can be sensitive to handling, making her best suited for a home with kids who are at least 12 years old, where she can feel safe and secure. She has been polite but disinterested in other dogs, so bring your pups in to see if they are best buds. If you're ready to open your heart and home to this delightful companion, Gertrude is eagerly waiting to become your new best friend! Visit her at Denver Animal Shelter 💜

25/06/2024

Tats for Tails is THIS SATURDAY June 29 at Think Tank Tattoo!

Event will include:
• A meet and greet with adoptable pups from Denver Animal Shelter
• Hawaiian food by .birdz
• Fresh lemonade by
• An amazing selection of nearly 100 animal flash designs (too many to fit on the poster) from the talented artists at both Think Tank Tattoo and Think Tank South at a flat rate of $200ea (first come, first served, color-optional), and all proceeds will be donated to Denver Animal Shelter
• Think Tank is a cash-only shop. Please ensure you bring cash for your tattoo and to tip your artist

Hope to see you there!

25/06/2024

Denver Animal Shelter is currently seeking contract veterinarians! Please message us for further details!

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Monday	10:30 - 18:30
Tuesday	10:30 - 18:30
Wednesday	10:30 - 18:30
Thursday	10:30 - 18:30
Friday	10:30 - 18:30
Saturday	11:00 - 17:00
Sunday	11:00 - 17:00

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Why adopt a puppy when you can adopt a senior dog who already knows all the things, just wants to cuddle, and can plug right into your life with minimal training? Come visit Ducky this weekend at Denver Animal Shelter and meet your new companion 🩵 #SeniorSaturday

Ruby is a playful and polite 1-year-old looking for her forever home. She is shy at first, but quickly blossoms into a loving little cuddle bug. She enjoys laying around the office while the Shelter Staff does there computer work. She is young and sometimes the world seems big and scary. She lived with a cat briefly and didn’t really like to share her space with it so she may prefer to go to a feline-free home. Come meet her at the Denver Animal Shelter and see if she’s the perfect fit for your family. 🐾 #AdoptDontShop #RescueDog #ChihuahuaShihTzuMix #AdoptMe #DogAdoption #DenverAnimalShelter #RescuePets #DogLovers #AdoptAShelterDog #FureverHome

✨ Meet Coffee! ✨ Coffee is a sweet and friendly 9-year-old Welsh Corgi mix looking for her forever home. Coffee is the perfect companion for a calm and relaxed household. If you’re looking for a loyal friend to relax and unwind with, Coffee is your girl! Come meet her at the Denver Animal Shelter and see if she’s the perfect fit for your family. #AdoptDontShop #RescueDog #WelshCorgiMix #AdoptMe #DogAdoption #DenverAnimalShelter #RescuePets #DogLovers #AdoptAShelterDog #FureverHome

Happy Caturday! 🐱💜🐾

Toro is a big fan of belly rubs and treats! He seems interested in other dogs at the Shelter, so if you have other pups in the home, bring them in so they can meet each other. Come visit this sweet guy at Denver Animal Shelter!

Get ready with me for dog socialization- ASMR Edition. Featuring Chad- the sweetest, softest, cutest 3 year old dog available for adoption at Denver Animal Shelter.

Zendaya is vibing with the new TSwift album 🎶 this energetic girl is available for adoption at Denver Animal Shelter 🐾

Happy National Puppy Day! 🐾❤️

Jimmy is a 5 year old Australian Cattle Dog looking for a loving family to adopt him from Denver Animal Shelter! Come meet him today ❤️

Pregame Super Bowl interviews from our DAS puppies (available for adoption on 2/15) 😍 🐾

A few weeks ago some of our staff and volunteers completed the Shelter Playgroup Alliance training to learn more about enrichment, safe animal handling, and dog playgroups 🐾❤️ #animalwelfare

We’re Animal Protection Officers….🐾❤️

Sometimes life is simple at the shelter. Just a pup and his volunteer working on some basic training ❤️🐾

Looking for a way to get involved in the community with your kiddo? We accept volunteers as young as 8 years old in our volunteer program. Our application is live on our website for our first orientation of 2024 which will be Saturday, January 20. Sign up and join our team today!

We are grateful for Chuck & Don's Pet Food & Supplies for spreading joy this holiday season! All the pups at Denver Animal Shelter are snuggling their bears 🥰

We are so grateful to all of our donors and supporters who helped make Hugo's play yard happen for the dogs at Denver Animal Shelter! You made a world of difference in the lives of shelter dogs this year! 🙏 ❤️

The adorable faces of shelter pups after being told they are a good boy or girl 🥰 featured in this video is Sero, Violin, Virgo, Buddy, and Harlow- all available for adoption at Denver Animal Shelter.

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Come adopt your new best friend at Denver Animal Shelter! We are open 7 days a week and have all types of animals available for adoption.

Cats are not an addiction! We currently have a cat adoption special at the Denver Animal Shelter running until the end of June.

Look at all the pretty girls available at the Denver Animal Shelter.

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