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Dumb Friends League

Animal shelter in Denver, CO

When our organization was founded in 1910, it was named after a London, England, animal welfare group called Our Dumb Friends League. In those days, the term dumb was widely used to refer to animals because they lacked the power of human speech. Today, the Dumb Friends League, headquartered in Denver, is the largest community-based animal welfare organization in the Rocky Mountain region, providing a strong and steadfast voice for those who cannot speak for themselves.

As part of a compassionate community, we:

- Rescue sick, injured and neglected animals
- Investigate cases of neglect and mistreatment
- Provide shelter, veterinary care, and behavior and training programs to homeless companion animals and horses
- Adopt homeless pets and horses to new homes
- Reduce pet overpopulation through mobile spay and neuter projects in underserved areas
- Offer learning opportunities for the public to keep more pets in homes
- Educate children and adults about animals and their needs

The Dumb Friends League is committed to the welfare of animals:

- We shall provide shelter and care for animals
- We shall provide programs and services that enhance the bond between animals and people
- We shall be advocates for animals, speaking for those who cannot speak for themselves

Contact —
Email customercare@ddfl.org
Phone (303) 751-5772
Website
Address
2080 S Quebec St
Denver, CO 80231
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2080 S Quebec St

Denver, CO 80231

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Adoptable pets at Dumb Friends League

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

Ferret

Male, Young
Denver, CO
We'll also keep you updated on SWIPER's adoption status with email updates.
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SWIPER

Ferret

Male, Baby
Denver, CO
We'll also keep you updated on NYLA's adoption status with email updates.
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NYLA

Ferret

Female, Baby
Denver, CO
We'll also keep you updated on NALA's adoption status with email updates.
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NALA

Ferret

Female, Baby
Denver, CO
We'll also keep you updated on MARLA's adoption status with email updates.
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MARLA

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Kitten
Denver, CO
We'll also keep you updated on SIERRA's adoption status with email updates.
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SIERRA

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Kitten
Denver, CO
We'll also keep you updated on MR NIBBLES's adoption status with email updates.
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MR NIBBLES

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Kitten
Denver, CO
We'll also keep you updated on BELLA's adoption status with email updates.
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BELLA

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Adult
Denver, CO
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Shelter FAQs

The Dumb Friends League, headquartered in Denver, is the largest community-based animal welfare organization in the Rocky Mountain region with locations in Denver, Castle Rock and Franktown.

Additional adoption info

What you’ll need:

Bring ID – We’ll need a valid photo ID with your current address. If your ID does not have your current address, please also bring another type of proof, such a utility bill, water bill or auto registration.

Bring family members – It’s important that the pet you’re adopting fits in with your family, so if you have kids, bring them! If you’re looking to add another dog, bring your family dog. Cats take longer to adjust to new family members, so we don’t recommend cat-dog or cat-cat visits.

Adoption fees:

Please keep in mind that our adoption fees don’t come close to covering all the costs of caring for the thousands of animals that come to us each year. Thank you for your support and understanding. Our standard fees are:

Cats & kittens:
5 months and under $200
6 months to 1 year $150
1 year to 5 years $110
5 years and older $50

Dogs & puppies:
5 months and under $350
6 months to 1 year $250
1 year to 5 years $200
5 years and older $100

Other pets:
Ferrets: $75
Rabbits: $45
Guinea pigs: $30
Small pets start at: $5

http://www.ddfl.org/ways-to-give/donate

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

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 3 mos
Boulder, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Standard Poodle's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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Standard Poodle

Poodle (Standard)

Male, Puppy
LITTLETON, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Tatum ***RESCUE CENTER***'s adoption status with email updates.
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Tatum ***RESCUE CENTER***

Beagle

Female, 6 mos
Littleton, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Leeloo (bonded to Meecah)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Leeloo (bonded to Meecah)

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Senior
Lakewood, CO
We'll also keep you updated on SCRAPPY DOO's adoption status with email updates.
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SCRAPPY DOO

American Pit Bull Terrier/Labrador Retriever

Female, 5 mos
Denver, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Jersey's adoption status with email updates.
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Jersey

Boxer

Female, Young
Denver, CO

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