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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 WOOLY BEAR's adoption status with email updates.
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WOOLY BEAR

Siberian Husky

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

Guinea Pig

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

Pit Bull Terrier

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

Domestic Mediumhair

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

Domestic Mediumhair

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

Domestic Mediumhair

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

Domestic Mediumhair

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

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 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 Maestro's adoption status with email updates.
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Maestro

Labrador Retriever

Male, 4 yrs 6 mos
Littleton, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Nikkei's adoption status with email updates.
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Nikkei

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Labrador Retriever/Retriever (Unknown Type)

Female, 5 yrs 11 mos
Evergreen, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Pocahontas (Medical Hold)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Pocahontas (Medical Hold)

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 mos
Denver, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Diamond's adoption status with email updates.
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Diamond

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 6 yrs 5 mos
Littleton, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Pippa's adoption status with email updates.
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Pippa

Great Dane

Female, 3 mos
Sedalia, CO

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