The Horse Protection League in Arvada, Colorado
About The Horse Protection League
The Horse Protection League is an animal rescue in Arvada, Jefferson County, Colorado. Its name and records point to a focus on horses. It is registered with the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, recognized in 1994. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is Golden Retriever Rescue of the Rockies, about 2.1 mi away.
Map
39.80616, -105.20234
What The Horse Protection League does
- Pet adoption Not available
- Accepts owner surrenders Not available
- Lost and found pets Not available
- Foster program Not available
- Volunteer program Not available
- Spay and neuter clinic Not available
- Vaccination clinic Not available
- Microchipping Not available
- No-kill (stated) Not available
- Wheelchair accessible Not available
- Dogs Not available
- Cats Not available
- Rabbits and small animals Not available
- Birds Not available
- Reptiles Not available
- Horses Yes
- Farm animals Not available
- Wildlife Not available
Nearby shelters and rescues
- Golden Retriever Rescue of the Rockies15350 W 72nd Ave, Arvada, COAnimal rescue2.1 mi
- Safe Harbor Lab Rescue601 16th St # C322, Golden, COAnimal rescue3.8 mi
- Rocky Mountain Horse Rescue9190 Alkire St, Arvada, COAnimal rescue5.0 mi
- Foothills Animal Shelter580 McIntyre St, Golden, COAnimal shelter5.8 mi
- Angels With Paws1970 Kipling St, Lakewood, COAnimal shelter6.4 mi
- Almost Home Adoptions For Rescued Cats6010 W 88th Ave, Westminster, COAnimal rescue8.2 mi
- Life Is Better Rescue98 Wadsworth Blvd Unit 127, Lakewood, COAnimal rescue8.8 mi
- Cat Care Society5787 W 6th Ave, Lakewood, COAnimal shelter9.4 mi
- Downtown Animal Care Center1041 Galapago St, Denver, COAnimal shelter12 mi
- MaxFund No-Kill Animal Shelter and Adoption Center958 Inca St, Denver, CO · No-killAnimal shelter12 mi
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Where is The Horse Protection League located?
The Horse Protection League is at 17999 W 60th Ave, Arvada, CO 80403 in Jefferson County.
What are the hours of The Horse Protection League?
No opening hours are on record. Call at (303) 216-0141 or check its website before visiting; many shelters keep separate hours for adoptions, intake and lost-pet searches.
How do I adopt from The Horse Protection League?
Start on thehpl.org, where most shelters and rescues list their adoptable animals and application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip. Rescues often place animals from foster homes, so meetings are by appointment.
Can I surrender a pet to The Horse Protection League?
Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.
Are donations to The Horse Protection League tax-deductible?
The Horse Protection League matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 84-1280550), with reported annual revenue of about $228,797. Donations to 501(c)(3) charities are usually tax-deductible; ask the organization for a receipt. Many shelters also post a wish list of supplies they need.
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