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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 PATRICK's adoption status with email updates.
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PATRICK

Domestic Mediumhair

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

Domestic Mediumhair

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

Shih Tzu

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

Domestic Mediumhair

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

Domestic Mediumhair

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

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Kitten
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 PLATTE's adoption status with email updates.
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PLATTE

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Kitten
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 Hindorff's adoption status with email updates.
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Hindorff

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Adult
Colorado Springs, CO
We'll also keep you updated on WINIFRED's adoption status with email updates.
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WINIFRED

Guinea Pig

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Aurora, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Nicky's adoption status with email updates.
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Nicky

Labrador Retriever

Female, Young
Boulder, CO
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dfgfretr

Alaskan Malamute

Female, Puppy
LITTLETON, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Jolene's adoption status with email updates.
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Jolene

Chihuahua/Beagle

Female, Puppy
Evergreen, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Black Beauty's adoption status with email updates.
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Black Beauty

Australian Cattle Dog/Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 1 mo
Aurora, CO

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