Adopting A Pet
We have many wonderful animals available for adoption. Although we try to update our database daily, we have new animals coming to the shelter all the time and we often have more animals than are listed below. We also cannot guarantee that the animals listed will still be available when you visit. To check on the status of a particular pet, or if you are looking for something specific, please call us at (303) 698-0076 or
visit us. 
Our Location:
Denver Animal Care and Control
Division of Animal Control
678 S Jason Street
Denver, CO 80223
Hours
OFFICE HOURS:
Monday - Friday 9:00 A.M. - 6:30 P.M.
Saturday 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Sundays CLOSED
ANIMAL VISITATION HOURS
Monday - Friday 11:00 A.M. - 6:30 P.M.
Saturday 11:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Sunday CLOSED
ADOPTION HOURS:
Monday - Friday 11:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Saturday 11:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Sunday CLOSED
Closed Sundays/Holiday's
Adoption requirements Information
- You will need a driver's license or I.D. with your current address listed. You can pay by check, cash, Visa or MasterCard.
- If you adopt an animal that is already spayed or neutered, you may take your new pet home right away.
- Otherwise, you will be able to pick up your pet from the spay/neuter clinic after the surgery.
- You may walk through our kennels and meet the pets available for adoption. If you have questions about any of the animals, just ask.
How Much Does it Cost?
- Adoption fees range from $25-98 for dogs and cats depending on the type and age of the pet, and whether or not the pet has been spayed or neutered.
- See the complete list of fees
- The Denver Municipal Animal Shelter periodically has snakes, rabbits, birds, fish, iguanas, and other animals for adoption. Call (303) 698-0076 for availability and fees.
- Seniors over age 65 receive a discount on adoptions.