How much does it cost to adopt a dog from Denver animal shelter?

Visit our Lost Pets page to view animals available for holds. Only two holds are allowed per animal: 1st Hold – $20….Adoption Fees.

Type Fee
Adult Dogs (1 – 5 yrs) $150
Senior Dogs (6+ yrs) $100
Kittens (2 mos – 5 mos) $110
Adult Cats (6 mos – 6 yrs) $95

How do you get a puppy in Colorado?

The best way to find a pet is by searching shelters in your areas. Your local city or county will likely have a municipal shelter that rehomes strays and abandoned dogs. You can also look at private, nonprofit rescues. We have a list of dog adoption services below to get you started.

How do I foster a dog in Denver?

To become a foster volunteer please complete a general volunteer application on our main volunteer page….Become A Foster Volunteer

  1. Complete General Volunteer Application and pay $30 application fee.
  2. Attend volunteer orientation.
  3. Complete background check.
  4. Complete foster training.
  5. Complete home inspection.

Why is it so hard to adopt a dog from a rescue?

Given that rescue dogs come from more difficult backgrounds, they often require specific living requirements and specialist care that the average aspiring dog owner, through no fault of their own, is unable to provide, making the adoption process very hard.

What are the requirements to adopt a dog?

What Are the Requirements to Adopt a Pet?

  • What Do I Need to Adopt a Dog or Cat from a Shelter or Rescue?
  • Application. The first pet adoption requirement is to submit an application.
  • Home Visit.
  • Age Requirements.
  • Valid Identification.
  • Family Meet and Greet.
  • Adoption Fee.

How much does a Colorado mountain dog cost?

Even though they won’t break the bank, Colorado Mountain Dogs aren’t a cheap breed. A puppy will cost between $800 and $1000. Given their large sized dogs, they’ll require quite a bit of food.

What does fostering a dog mean?

Fostering an animal can help them recover from neglect, abuse, illness or injury – taking the first steps towards finding a new, loving forever home. When you foster an animal you’ll also be freeing up space in our centres so that we can rescue more animals in desperate need.

How can we help animal shelters?

How To Help Animal Shelters And Make A Difference

  1. Adopt. Adopting a pet is certainly the most effective way to assist your local animal shelter.
  2. Foster.
  3. Donate Funds.
  4. Donate Supplies.
  5. Volunteer.
  6. Craft for a Cause.
  7. The Solution to Animal Homelessness.