Animal Shelters in Denver, CO
Browse animal shelters and rescues in Denver. Find adoption centers throughout the Mile High City helping pets find homes.
Featured Shelters & Rescues
A Friend of Jack Rescue
Denver, CO 80223
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A Friend of Jack Rescue is a foster-based 501c(3) non-profit rescue dedicated to finding loving, lasting homes for unwanted dogs...
Angels With Paws Cat Adoption and Shelter
1970 Kipling Street
Lakewood, CO 80215
📞 Phone:(303) 274-2264
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We are a 501 c3 Non-profit, Charity Organization, operating a Limited Intake, mostly Cage-free Rescue & Shelter. Our primary focus...
CLAWA Animal Rescue
Thornton, CO 80260
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CLAWA Animal Rescue is an all breed rescue dedicated to rescuing and caring for abandoned dogs and abused dogs, dogs...
Colorado Corgis and Friends
Denver, CO 80224
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Our mission is to help find Corgis and other breeds loving forever homes, share our knowledge of the Corgi breed...
Colorado Herding Dog Rescue
Denver, CO 80222
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The goal of Colorado Herding Dog Rescue is to help place Australian Shepherds, Border Collies and other herding breeds in...
Denver Cat Rescue
3929 Tennyson Street
Denver, CO 80212
📞 Phone:(720) 335-5918
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Our mission is two-fold. We save kitties at high risk of euthanasia from states that lack the funding and resources...
Denver Kittens
Lakewood, CO 80226
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Provide free and low-cost spay and neuter for cats and kittens Support Trap, Neuter, Return (TNR) efforts Provide rescue for...
Ferret Dreams Rescue & Adoption
2102 S. Clarkson St.
Denver, CO 80210
📞 Phone:(303) 953-0733
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We rescue sick, abused, abandoned, neglected and surrendered ferrets in Colorado. We are the only ferret specific no-kill rescue in...
Front Range German Shepherd Rescue
Lakewood, CO 80214
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Colorado Front Range German Shepherd Rescue is a small group of German Shepherd lovers in the Denver area who volunteer...
HO-BO Care Boxer Rescue
Denver, CO 80209
📞 Phone:(303) 744-8329
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Ho-Bo Care Boxer Rescue is a non-profit, all volunteer group in Colorado. Our small group consists of people who care...
HomeComings Rescue
Lakewood, CO 80226
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HomeComings Rescue is a 501c3 non-profit, rescue based in Lakewood, Colorado. ?Our mission is to work toward the no-kill solution...
Humane Colorado
2080 S. Quebec St.
Denver, CO 80231
📞 Phone:(303) 751-5772
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Jailbreak Husky Rescue
Denver, CO 80219
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Jailbreak Husky Rescue is a 501(C)(3) and PACFA licensed organization based out of Colorado that aims to rescue, rehabilitate, transport,...
Life is Better Rescue, Inc.
PO Box #200
Lakewood, CO 80226
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Everyone who is passionate about rescuing has a story about how they got where they are, or why they do...
MaxFund No-Kill Animal Shelter
720 w 10th ave
Denver, CO 80204
📞 Phone:(720) 266-6081
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MaxFund is a non-profit organization established to provide medical care for injured pets with no known owners and to find...
Moms and Mutts: Colorado Rescue for Pregnant and Nursing Dogs
Lakewood, CO 80227
📞 Phone:(720) 532-1668
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We are a 501c3 non-profit rescue dedicated to saving pregnant and nursing dogs from high kill shelters all over the...
Nikenos Second Chances
1446 Estes St
Lakewood, CO 80215
📞 Phone:(720) 514-2543
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Nikeno's Second Chances started as a response to the unfulfilled need for professional assistance during the dog adoption process. While...
About Pet Adoption in Denver
Denver is home to numerous animal shelters and rescue organizations dedicated to helping pets find loving families. With a pet ownership rate of 61%, the city has a strong community of animal lovers.
Whether you're looking to adopt a dog, cat, or other pet, you'll find many reputable organizations offering adoption services, foster programs, and volunteer opportunities throughout Denver and Colorado.
Why Adopt from a Shelter?
- ✓Save a Life: Give a deserving animal a second chance
- ✓Cost-Effective: Lower adoption fees than breeders
- ✓Health Checked: Pets are vetted, vaccinated, and spayed/neutered
- ✓Support Included: Guidance from experienced staff