News articles

44 Result(s) Found

Denver Animal Shelter Adopts Program to Bring Comfort, Music to Pets

Published on May 12, 2025

A Houston boy is spreading his vision of delivering live music to animals at Denver Animal Shelter. Nonprofit organization Wild Tunes launched an innovative program to improve the lives of dogs and cats at DAS. By performing live music and creating soothing melodies, Wild Tunes aims to reduce animal stress levels, make them more comfortable and increase their chances of finding forever homes.

Tagged as: , Animal Shelter, Event, News, Press release, Public Health & Environment

On the Job: DAP Officers' Multiple Skills Protect Pets, Community

Published on May 06, 2025

People used to call them “dog catchers.” But today’s animal control officers are like the Swiss Army knives of animal welfare. They enforce animal laws, act like social workers, educate the public on responsible pet ownership, and risk their lives as emergency responders, all while keeping animals and our community safe.

Tagged as: , Animal Shelter, Public Health & Environment

Denver Reminds Drivers of Danger of Hot Cars Through Parking App

Published on April 10, 2025

It is a dangerous problem that communities across the country see each year, including here in Denver—drivers leaving their children or pets alone in hot cars only to return to tragedy. Now, the Denver Department of Public Health & Environment, Denver's Department of Transportation & Infrastructure and PayByPhone have teamed up to remind drivers to never leave kids or pets alone in vehicles.

Tagged as: , Animal Shelter, News, Press release, Public Health & Environment, Transportation and Infrastructure

DDPHE Blog: What it Takes to Raise Backyard Chickens in Denver

Published on March 17, 2025

The price of eggs at the grocery store may have some of you coming out of your shells and asking about alternatives to the supermarket, like producing eggs in your own backyard.
Here’s how to get started with your own backyard egg production:
In the City and County of Denver, you’ll first need to purchase a food-producing animal permit for $25.

Tagged as: , Animal Shelter, Public Health & Environment

Raise a Pint and a Paw for a Good Cause at St. Pittie's Pub Crawl

Published on March 10, 2025

Get ready to raise a pint for pitties while bringing good luck to all the homeless pets at Denver Animal Shelter (DAS) this Saturday.
DAS invites the community to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with its second annual St. Pittie’s Day Pub Crawl on March 15.

Tagged as: , Animal Shelter, Event, News, Press release, Public Health & Environment

Bring Love to Shelter Pets With Valentine's Bedtime Stories

Published on February 11, 2025

Share the love with homeless dogs and cats at Denver Animal Shelter (DAS) this Valentine’s weekend with Bedtime Stories.
DAS invites the community to arrive at the shelter in their coziest pajamas, with their favorite books, sit outside kennels, and read to adoptable dogs and cats. Each reader supports the shelter’s ongoing efforts to care for Denver's most vulnerable pets.

Tagged as: , Animal Shelter, News, Press release, Public Health & Environment

Denver Animal Shelter Warns Community of Lost Pet Scam

Published on December 06, 2024

Denver Animal Shelter (DAS) is sounding the alarm about scammers playing Grinch on owners of lost pets this holiday season.
A number of residents have come to DAS looking for their lost pets because they received a phone call from someone saying their lost pet is at the shelter and needs emergency surgery after being hit by a car.

Tagged as: , Animal Shelter, Press release, Public Health & Environment

DDPHE Blog: Animal Protection Teams Up With Community to Save Dog

Published on December 06, 2024

He’d been on the run in Denver for months when someone shot him in the face. Volunteers in the community set a trap to finally capture the 3-year-old Aussie shepherd. In turn, he captured the hearts of many.

Tagged as: , Animal Shelter, News, Public Health & Environment, Safety

Denver Animal Shelter Offers a Gift of Reduced Fees for Homeless Pets

Published on December 03, 2024

The homeless dogs and cats at Denver Animal Shelter (DAS) have made a singular wish—they all want a home for the holidays. So, DAS is helping to make that wish come true by reducing adoption fees by up to two-thirds. All dogs and cats over 1 year old are just $50 through Dec. 31. Regular dog adoption fees are $150, cat adoption fees are $95.

Tagged as: , Animal Shelter, Press release, Public Health & Environment, Special Events

Denver Animal Protection Offers Tips to Keep Pets Safe on Halloween

Published on October 24, 2024

Halloween is a night of fun frights for humans but can be a horribly haunting holiday for our pets. Frightened animals are more likely to bite, scratch or bolt from your house to escape perceived danger, and certain foods can make them sick. So Denver Animal Protection offers this sound advice to keep your dogs and cats safe when ghosts and goblins lurk into your neighborhood.