We have new our operating hours! We are now open Monday-Friday 11:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Night drop kennels are available if a lost pet is found while the shelter is closed.
Location and Phone Numbers
1241 W. Bayaud Ave.
Denver, CO 80223 (View Map)
Officer Dispatch 720-913-2080
All Other Inquiries 3-1-1 or 720-913-1311
Hours of Operation
Adoptions
- Monday – Friday | 11:30 a.m-6:30 p.m.
- Saturday & Sunday | 11 a.m-4 p.m.
Adoption visitations must start at least an hour before closing. You can view animals until closing time.
Lost and Found
- Monday – Friday | 11:30 a.m-6:30 p.m.
- Saturday & Sunday | 11 a.m-4 p.m
Owner redemption paperwork must be started 30 minutes prior to closing.
Events
View our calendar to find dates for our vaccination clinics, Cats on Mats, and other special events.
Closures
The Denver Animal Shelter follows the City and County of Denver's closure schedule. Find scheduled holiday closures by visiting the city's Event - Holiday Closures page.