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La Plata County Humane Society

Animal shelter in Durango, CO

La Plata County Humane Society was established as a 501(c) 3 animal shelter in 1971. The humane society was created to provide shelter for homeless animals, rescue animals in distress, assist in the investigation and prosecution of reported cruelty and abuse, find homes for unwanted animals, and encourage kindness and responsibility toward all living things through humane education.

The Thrift Store was established in 1990 to raise monies for the homeless animals. They sell gently-used goods donated by our community. We accept donations 7 days a week through our on-site drive through donation center. The Thrift Store helps to support other local non-profits in the community by donating clothing, toiletries and vouchers to the Volunteers of America (VOA), La Plata Family Coalition, the Women’s Resource Center and many other non-profits.

The Shelter & Thrift Store are directed by nine elected board members. In 2000, a veterinarian was added to our staff to insure that all animals have a health and wellness check, are spayed or neutered, provided initial vaccines, implanted with a identification microchip and have the best quality care before leaving our facility. We are committed to helping animals become their best selves before they are adopted into forever homes.

Help Us, Help Them, One Paw at a Time.

Contact —
Email info@lpchumanesociety.org
Phone (970) 259-2847
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Address
1111 South Camino del Rio
Durango, CO 81303
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1111 South Camino del Rio

Durango, CO 81303

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Adoptable pets at La Plata County Humane Society

We'll also keep you updated on Doko's adoption status with email updates.
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Doko

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 8 mos
Durango, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Enzo's adoption status with email updates.
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Enzo

Labrador Retriever

Male, 4 mos
Durango, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Muggins's adoption status with email updates.
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Muggins

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, 5 mos
Durango, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Jayla's adoption status with email updates.
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Jayla

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, 3 mos
Durango, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Sparky's adoption status with email updates.
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Sparky

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 10 mos
Durango, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Penny's adoption status with email updates.
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Penny

American Pit Bull Terrier/Husky

Female, 11 mos
Durango, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Potato's adoption status with email updates.
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Potato

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
Durango, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Oswalt's adoption status with email updates.
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Oswalt

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 mos
Durango, CO
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Shelter FAQs

We are an open admission shelter serving La Plata County, Colorado (Bayfield, Durango, Hermosa, Hesperus and Ignacio).

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Submit Application
  • 3. Approve Application
  • 4. Meet the Pet
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Pay Fee
  • 7. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Requirements for Adoption:

- An approved adoption application is required. You can submit adoption application online or fill one out in person during our normal business hours.
- Must be at least 21 with a valid ID.
- Required dog introduction (your dog(s) must meet our dog).
- Home inspection if interested in one of our "Special Needs" dogs.

Adoption Fees:

Dogs:

- 0-6 months: $199 and up
- 7 months and older: $99 and up
- Over 7 years old: $49 and up

Small Breed Dogs:

- 0-6 months: $249 and up
- 7 months and older: $149 and up
- Over 4 years old: $99 and up

Cats:

- 0-6 months: $79
- 7 months and older: $49
- Over 7 years old: $29
- Barn: $9

* Adoption fees subject to change without notice.
** For the most up-to-date information on our adoption process, visit our website: https://lpchumanesociety.org/adopt/how-to-adopt/

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https://lpchumanesociety.org/adopt/how-to-adopt/

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We'll also keep you updated on Nigel's adoption status with email updates.
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Nigel

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs
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Mari

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 4 yrs 10 mos
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We'll also keep you updated on Ken's adoption status with email updates.
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Ken

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, 2 mos
Farmington, NM
We'll also keep you updated on Zamir's adoption status with email updates.
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Zamir

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 7 mos
Farmington, NM
We'll also keep you updated on Tres Leches's adoption status with email updates.
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Tres Leches

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 10 mos
Farmington, NM
We'll also keep you updated on 55409585's adoption status with email updates.
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55409585

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Cortez, CO

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